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Sunday School: Why We Do It

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Sep 6, 2002

relevance of Sunday school teaching.

Sunday School: Christian Education in the Church. 1 Cor.14:1-18 Here are some samples of kids’ prayers: Dear God, Maybe if Cain and able had their own rooms, they wouldn’t kill each other so much. It worked for me and my brother! Dear God, thank You so much for my new baby brother but what I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"More Than Just A Parade"

Contributed by Donald Smith on Apr 24, 2003

Jesus has the power to bring not only peace but chaos as well, just as he did on that first Palm Sunday...

"More Than Just a Parade" A story is told about a famous preacher long ago who pastored a church that was filled every Sunday by people who traveled miles on foot just to hear his messages. One day, as the church was emptying, a passerby asked one of the people in the church why this preacher’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

God As Good Shepherd

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jun 23, 2002

Symbolic language is used throughout the Bible to describe God. Among the most precious and universally undertood is that of God as Shepherd.

pI PETER 5 TRINITY 3 SHEPHERD SUNDAY Introduction Use of symbols - by Jesus in communication. Among the most powerful are those comparing Jesus to the life of a Shepherd. This is an old thought -- God was referred to as "The Shepherd of Israel." This imagery is used to communicate who God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Anglican

Faithful Angels (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 22, 2003

This is the 3rd study in the study "Angelology".

FAITHFUL ANGELS (Part 1) It is believed that all angels were originally created without fault and like Adam in the Garden were placed on some sort of probation. They were theologically, during this time, posse non pecarre (able not to sin). But the probation period ended when Heaven’s chief ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Provisions Of God Series

Contributed by Terry Stivers on May 20, 2003

In 2 Chronicles 7:14 it says, "if my people". Moses shares with us who we are in the presence of God. We need revival in our hearts and lives that will conform us to the identity of Christ.

PROVISIONS OF GOD Ex. 34:8-10 INTRO: Famous Violinist Setting out from Hamburg, Germany, one day to give a concert in London, violinist Fritz Kreisler had an hour before his boat sailed. He wandered into a music shop, where the proprietor asked if he might look at the violin Kreisler was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Exodus 34:8-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Cold Water For A Thirsty Soul

Contributed by Kenneth Wooley on Jun 23, 2003

Working our way through Proverbs.

(20) "nitre" is like a soda which fizzes when combined with vinegar. Being a happy-go-lucky, bubbly personality around a person whose heart is heavy is as bad as stealing his jacket in cold weather or rubbing salt in his wounds. Only a fool sings songs to a broken heart. To do so is to imply that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Of Jabez: Ask For The Biggest Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Aug 6, 2001

This is the third installment in a ongoing series based on the Prayer of Jabez

ASK FOR THE BIGGEST I Chronicles 4:10b INTRODUCTION: There is a story told of a wonderful, elderly, Christian lady who had very little money and lived in a rundown house, but despite her situation she was always giving praise to the Lord. Her only problem was with the old man who lived next door. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is Lord

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Jan 7, 2006

To show the absolute authority and Lordship of Christ which will some day be acknowledged by the whole of humanity

One of the most beautiful passages in the whole of the Bible is Philippians 2:5-8 that talks about how Christ left heaven, how he left a throne and came down to earth, to be spat upon, beaten, killed, treated as dirt, cursed and to have his name used as a swear word. Verses full of meaning and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Uses Little People

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Jan 20, 2004

Paul was converted by Jesus, but he needed Ananias too

Sometimes a Minister can be too busy - with Church Buildings to care for, and money to raise to run and repair them - with meetings to attend, and an area to minister to, he can be too busy. Too busy for his family, too busy for his Congregation, too busy for God. I say this with feeling, for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"When The Doorbell Rings, Am I Home?" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Dec 23, 2004

Jesus has made salvation available to all people. Why are not all people saved? When the Doorbell to our heart rings, am I home???

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches December 26, 2004 “When the Doorbell Rings, Am I Home?” Titus 2:11-15 INTRODUCTION: How many of you have already had someone stop by your house at this Christmas season or will sometime before the end of December? How did you know they were at your door? You might ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Hope, Love And The Trinity

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 21, 2005

Our hope for healing and wholeness is found in the love of God demonstrated in the eternal fellowship of the Trinity. Also Jn. 1:1-4, 14:13-21; Rom. 8:18-39

Hope, Love and the Trinity (Praise & Healing Service Message, 2/20/05) There are 2 “In the beginnings” in Scripture. (Gen. 1 and John 1) Gen. 1:1-2 Why did God create the world and us? Did He have a need? He needed an outlet for His love? Some suggest that. But it almost implies a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Love God & Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Oct 12, 2001

An inductive message that seeks to eliminate inadequate answers to the question “How can I know God is working in my life?” As a result, individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will pray at the altar rail to receive God’s help in order to love Him with a

Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to love God and their neighbors. Visual Illustration: “Stone Tablets” marked I and II for the two greatest commandments. Key Question: How can I know God is working in my life? 1. Some people suggest looking for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

Persistence In Prayer

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 17, 2001

God is looking for people who are persistent prayers; people who are prepared to be changed through prayer and people who have time for Him.

21-10-01 Briningham/Binham Luke 18:1-8 – Persistence in Prayer Father, we pray this morning that you will reveal more about the nature of prayer to us. We ask this in Jesus’ Name Amen. Story: At the turn of the century in Switzerland, a small ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Checking Your Spiritual Status

Contributed by Gary Smith on Jan 15, 2003

What is your spiritual condition? Steps to improving your realtionship with God.

“Checking Your Spiritual Status” TEXT: Isaiah 40:31 (KJV)31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Introduction: The Word ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Church Of God

The Power And Authority Of Christ Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

Mark presents the credentials that give Jesus Christ authority and power.

The Power and Authority of Christ The Book of Mark Mark 1:21-2:13 I. Introduction: A. Many people exercise authority and power over us today. 1. Government 2. Bosses 3. Teachers 4. Parents B. All of them have this authority and power because they have certain credentials or qualifications which ...read more

Denomination: Baptist