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Temple Builders Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 21, 2022

If you want to build a lasting, vibrant church that perseveres, then start with the right foundation—Jesus Christ. Build a quality structure on that foundation—build up fully devoted followers of Christ. And maintain that structure with unity, godly wisdom, and teamwork.

A New York family bought a ranch out West where they intended to raise cattle. Friends visited and asked if the ranch had a name. “Well,” said the would-be rancher, “I wanted to name it the Bar-J. My wife favored Suzy Q. One son liked the Flying W, and the other wants Lazy Y. So we're calling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-23, 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Prayer Provides Hope

Contributed by Pastor Butch Woolsey on Sep 10, 2022

PRAYER IS THE GREATEST WEAPON GOD GAVE US

Prayer Provides Hope Luke 18:1-8 We need encouragement to pray consistently and never quit. "A Time for Hope! Real Issues, Real Hope, Real Help!" Hope is one of life’s most important possessions. Every one of us needs hope. Hope is what motivates us to get out of bed in the morning. Have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Revelation 3:20

Best. Job. Ever. Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 7, 2022

After taking most of Romans 2 to explain that there is no distinction between Jew and Gentile, Paul throws a curve in Romans 3:1. Turns out, there is an advantage to being a Jew after all.

Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Romans 3. I appreciate Lauren reading the Scripture passage for us earlier. You guys should be proud of Lauren. This year she is taking leadership in the State of Alabama as one of the emerging leaders identified by the Alabama WMU, and this past weekend ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8, 1 Corinthians 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Like No Other

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 16, 2022

Like No Other Christmas Eve 2021

Like No Other Christmas Eve 2021 Intro So good to share this time with you. As I’ve shared before, this night has long been a special night for me. I still can recall the night of Christmas Eve when I was 16 years old. I had come to enjoy the Christmas holiday like most kids... and that included ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Wise About Justice Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 15, 2024

There is no doubt that God cares about justice for all people and it comes from His character. Because God cares about justice, especially for the powerless and the voice-less, so should God's people.

A. The story is told about a police officer in a small town who stopped a driver who was speeding down Main Street. 1. “But officer,” the man said, “I can explain.” 2. “Just be quiet!!!” snapped the officer. “Or I'm going to let you cool off in jail until the chief gets back.” 3. “But ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:8-9, Proverbs 24:11-12, Isaiah 30:18, Deuteronomy 32:4, Deuteronomy 24:14-22, Proverbs 21:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disquiet The Inhabitants

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 12, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 50: 1 – 46

Jeremiah 50: 1 – 46 Disquiet the inhabitants 1 The word that the LORD spoke against Babylon and against the land of the Chaldeans by Jeremiah the prophet. 2 “Declare among the nations, proclaim, and set up a standard; Proclaim—do not conceal it—Say, ‘Babylon is taken, Bel is shamed. Merodach is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2001

In the message James the half brother of Jesus will teach us we CAN turn our trials into triumphs. (Real Faith For The Real World - prt one)

"Turning Trials Into Triumphs" TEXT: JAMES 1:1-12 Today we begin a study of the book of James. But before we begin our study I think it would be good for us to do a little background about this great book in God’s Word. Now, one thing that often adds a great deal of insight to the meaning of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Persistent Prayer Provides Hope Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 1, 2007

An encouragement to pray consistently and never quit.

Persistent Prayer Provides Hope Part 1 of 4 in the series "A Time for Hope! Real Issues, Real Hope, Real Help!" We’re beginning a new series today that deals with hope. Hope is one of life’s most important possessions. Every one of us needs hope. Hope is what motivates us to get out of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Essence Of Your Strength ~ Self Control Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 19, 2008

I guess of all the nine fruits of the Spirit, “self-control” is the one with which we might feel the greatest sense of unease. Self-control is allowing God to be in control of your will and heart and seeking the Spirit to enable us. Then we will know what

Opening illustration: Some years ago the press had reported that the president of a Midwestern theological seminary was fired after the Board of Directors determined that his temper had imperiled his leadership. The president confessed to “misappropriation of anger,” and after hours of agonizing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Was God? Tsunami's And Sovereignty Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 10, 2007

In the face of massive natural disaster, what do we say in response to the question "where was God?"

Where Was God? Tsunami’s and Sovereignty Isaiah 61 January 16, 2005 Intro: (video clip) The Issue: Romans 12:2 (NLT) says, “let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think”. What should we think about the recent disaster which has been the focus of much of the world ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Pay Back Part 1 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 13, 2010

A study of chapter 7 verses 1 through 18

Ezekiel 7: 1 – 18 ‘Pay back’ Part 1 1 Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “And you, son of man, thus says the Lord GOD to the land of Israel: An end! The end has come upon the four corners of the land. 3 Now the end has come upon you, and I will send My ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 7:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Time Is Now! Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Mar 5, 2012

In many Christian circles fasting has fallen out of favor, yet Jesus' expecation appears to be that His followers WILL fast! Why ought we to fast? What is fasting? What blessing comes from fasting? How do we go about starting a fast? Come and see wh

The Time Is Now! - Matthew 6:16-18 - March 4, 2012 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #20 Let’s open our Bibles this morning to the 6th chapter of the Gospel of Matthew as we continue in our study of the Sermon on the Mount. If you’re joining us for the first ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: *other

Hope

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

Hope (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Psalm 13. Ill: Years ago an S-4 submarine was rammed by a ship off the coast of Massachusetts. • It sank immediately. • The entire crew was trapped in a prison house of death. • Every effort was made to rescue the crew; • But all ultimately ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

Christmas Through The Eyes Of A Man Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 12, 2010

Don't drop the ball; provide loving leadership.

Christmas Through the Eyes of a Man Matthew 1:18-25 Rev. Brian Bill 12/12/10 Two weeks ago, Steve Johnson, a receiver for the Buffalo Bills, inexplicably dropped what would’ve been a game-winning 40-yard easy touchdown catch against the Pittsburgh Steelers in overtime. After dropping it, he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The End To An Extraordinary Letter Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Oct 6, 2010

In these last few verses of Ephesians, Paul blesses his readers with grace, peace, love and faith - all of which are themes running through the whole letter of Ephesians.

Ephesians 6:21-24 The End to an extraordinary letter Well we’ve finally arrived. We are at the end, the end of Ephesians. I don’t know if you’ve been counting, but guess how many sermons we’ve had on Ephesians this year? 22. This final one will bring it to 23. 23 sermons on 6 chapters. In most ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:21-24

Denomination: Baptist