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Jesus Is Enough To Change A City - Acts 19 Intro To Colossians Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Nov 5, 2014

Today's cities are not so different from First Century cities as one might think. Jesus was enough to change Ephesus. He is enough to change your city!

I need to give you a background of the book of Ephesians, so you can see that it applies to our city. This way, you can get a feel for WHY Paul wrote what he did in the book. Ephesus was one of the premier city of the Roman Empire. It was situated on It benefitted from a great road system, ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Introduction To The Psalms Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 14, 2022

We are not simply to read psalms; we are to be immersed in them so that they profoundly shape how we relate to God. The psalms are the divinely ordained way to learn devotion to our God. (Tim Keller)

Introduction to the Psalms The psalms of the Old Testament are at the heart of the spiritual experiences of Jew and Gentile believer alike. (Shelly) The book of Psalms was a manual and guide for the devotional life of Jewish believers. It came to be used as a hymnal at the temple and synagogue. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Above Me Now!!!

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Apr 6, 2020

But you simply gotta turn it over to the hands of one who is above you, and trust that when you put it in the hands of the the one who is above you,,,,

Its Above Me Now!!! (Joshua; 6: 1-6,20) (*** Greetings and Protocol,,,,,,,) As,,,, we prepare our hearts,,, and mind to receive the word of God,,,, The prayerful takes hold of us and controls our daily living,,,, I wish that you would take a moment too bow and be in prayer with ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Apostolic

Romans Aints To Saints Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 28, 2024

The book of Romans is known for the famous “Romans Road” to salvation – to life by the Spirit off God – to the One who can take an “aint” and make them a “saint.”

Series: Never seen before in 2024 Thesis: To see or experience something we have never seen before in 2024 requires us to do something we have never done before – So what is that “One Thing” you need to do that you have not done before? Maybe it is to read and study the Bible in 2024! Maybe believe ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17, Romans 3:23, Romans 3:10, Romans 5:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Created And Cherished

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 22, 2018

God cherishes what He created

How wonderful to hear a child reading Scripture that speaks of the wonder of God creating that child! Here’s what we’re going to learn today: God cherishes what He created. I was struck by three headlines this past week… • A false alarm warning of a nuclear missile strike in Hawaii sent people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Endurance

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 10, 2001

Ernest Shackleton’s 1914 Antarctic expedition provides a powerful example of endurance (with applications for the marriage relationship).

This morning, I’d like to tell you a story. It’s a true story, about an epic journey undertaken in the early part of this century. It’s a tale of great deeds attempted, of great disappointments and failures, and also of great achievements. And it’s a tale of a group of ordinary men who were pushed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

Amos - The Amateur But Authentic Prophet Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jun 16, 2001

Amos was an Amateur but Authentic Prophet who faithfully delivered God’s message to Israel, clashing with the culture and church of his day, with a vital message for the church of all ages.

AMOS - THE AMATEUR BUT AUTHENTIC PROPHET Amos had no intention of becoming a prophet. He’d never attended "the schools of the prophets" that were the conventional launch of a prophetic ministry. In fact he was a sheep breeder and a fig-tree grower who lived about 2,800 years ago in the Judean ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Presenting Arms: Embrace For Life Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 1, 2001

Incredible numbers of people are falling, and we have contributed by pushing them to the edge and failing to listen. But at the Lord’s Table we see the embracing arms of Christ and are empowered to lift the fallen and give them life.

Those of you who were in my Vacation Bible School class know what happened – the class was supposed to run from 7:15 until 9:00 each night. At 8:57, what did I say? Something like: I know you have to go, but there are just a couple more points I want to make. And so, at a few minutes after 9, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving Activities

Contributed by Ronald Keller on Nov 25, 2002

Instructions from the Prophet Isaiah, teamed with some historical tidbits from the life of John Adams and some recollections and activities from my boyhood--that should help us have a more blessed Thanksgiving

Isaiah 12 “THANKSGIVING ACTIVITIES” (You will want to substitute your own introduction--In place of my introduction, which is much longer and more personal than I would usually use.) INTRODUCTION When I was a child, my family would alternate Thanksgiving Day feasts and activities between the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Law, Property Rights Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Dec 28, 2002

Let’s walk with Israel as God gives HIS vision of proper property laws. God will show what is expected in negligence, rights against theft and rights against harming the property of others or when your property is harmed. Needless to say it is a far cry

God’s Law, Property Rights Property damaged by negligence Property rights against theft Property rights against bringing harm Exodus 21:33-22:15 DBF, Sunday Sermon, 12/29/02 In today’s society we do hear a lot bantered about regarding rights. Of course properly stated most of the arguments are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Refreshing My Guilty Times Series

Contributed by James Botts on Aug 29, 2002

“Refreshing My Guilty Times” will examine Psalm 32:1-11 which explains how to experience the blessing of God’s forgiveness and the refreshment of His presence in times when guilt makes us feel like we’re no good.

The Crossing Community Church Times Of Refreshing “Refreshing My Guilty Times” Pastor Jim Botts August 25th, 2002 Introduction In Edgar Allan Poe’s story, “The Tell-Tale Heart” the main character committed murder. Unable to escape the haunting guilt of his deed, he begins to hear the heartbeat of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Rules And Boundaries Give Meaning To Sports And Life"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 21, 2002

Take away rules and you have no game in sports. Take away God’s commandments and Rules and you have chaos and life implodes.

Rules and Boundaries Give Meaning to Sports and Life. -Practice setting Boundaries for Your Life- Matthew 7:21-27 It is the rules and boundaries that make sports an exciting game. Take away the rules and boundaries and you have no game. Even so in the Christian life God’s commandments are given ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Free Methodist

Soldiers Of Christ Arise

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 22, 2003

Today, as we study the account in Numbers chapter 25 of God’s faithful soldier Phinehas we will see that Phinehas was a man who LOVED GOD! AND HATED SIN!

"SOLDIERS OF CHRIST ARISE! (LOVE GOD! HATE SIN!)" TEXT: NUMBERS CHAPTER 25 INTRODUCTION As we study from the book of Numbers today we will be introduced to one of the GREAT HEROES of the Bible. He may be a someone that you have never heard of before, but after today you will never forget him. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 25:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church That Is Prayed For Series

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jul 27, 2003

This sermon looks at the prayer that Paul prayed for the Ephesian church and then uses his prayer as a basis for what we need to pray for in our church: Strength in the inner being, Dwelling of Christ in our hearts, and Comprehending God’s Love.

Ephesians 3:14-21 "A Church That Is Prayed For" Preached on July 27, 2003 at Clara/Winchester UMC Before the term “mega church” was ever conceived, Charles H. Spurgeon pioneered one right in the heart of London, England. When he was just twenty years of age, the New Park Street ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

"Peace And The Iraqi War!"

Contributed by Dave Martin on Mar 22, 2003

Do you have peace as you view the current world situations? Talk of weapons of mass destruction, E-Bombs, the MOAB, cruise missiles, 24 hour news coverage of the war in Iraq...

Peace and the Iraqi War! Text: Jer. 50:21-46 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin – March 23, 2003 Introduction – current events Modern day Iraq is the cradle of civilization – Adam & Eve. Gen 2:10-14 speaks of the Garden of Eden and four rivers that flowed from it. Two ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:21-46

Denomination: Bible Church