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  • O Grave, Where Is Your Victory?

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025
     | 86 views

    In Christ, death is sleep; resurrection at His coming grants immortality; hope rests on Jesus’ victory, not inherent human immortality.

    Introduction Picture a quiet country cemetery just before sunrise. Mist curls low among the stones. The dew is heavy, the birds only beginning to stir. Nothing seems more final than that stillness. Yet the Christian confession dares to speak right into that silence: “O death, where is thy ...read more

  • Hope On The Edge

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025
     | 63 views

    Christ’s fulfilled signs remind us we live on the edge, but His promise turns our fear into hope and readiness.

    Frank Sinatra used to sing, > “Just what makes that little old ant think he’ll move that rubber tree plant?” Anyone knows an ant can’t… But he’s got high hopes. That silly song always makes me smile. It’s about an ant with more courage than common sense — a creature who refuses to quit even ...read more

  • The Art Of Servanthood

    Contributed by Timothy Lueking on Sep 7, 2001
    based on 182 ratings
     | 14,574 views

    Why is being a servant of God such an Art?

    The Art of Servanthood John 13:1-17 A. Introduction 1. The Water (Anonymous) It was one of the hottest days of the dry season. We had not seen rain in almost a month. The crops were dying. Cows had stopped giving milk. The creeks and streams were long gone back into the earth. It was a ...read more

  • Give Him Your Highest Praise

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 11,740 views

    Palm Sunday message

    Luke 19:28-40 After Jesus had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. 29 As he approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, saying to them, 30 "Go to the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied ...read more

  • Living Epistles

    Contributed by John Johnson on Oct 26, 2002
    based on 127 ratings
     | 76,848 views

    We are living epistles that others may see and glorify our Father.

    Living Epistles 2 Corinthians 3:2-3 Throughout the bible we find that we as Christians have been compared to many things. We have been compared to branches. I am the true vine, ye are the “branches”. We have been compared to salt. “Ye are the salt of the earth.” We have been compared to ...read more

  • Citizens Of Heaven, Impacting Earth

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,695 views

    A message given on Faith and Freedom Sunday, urging active involvment in a society in bad need of Jesus.

    Citizens of Heaven, Impacting Earth Matthew 5:14-16; Philippians 3:20 October 6, 2002 Introduction Today is Faith and Freedom Sunday, a special day of prayer and instruction started by the Alliance Defense Fund, founded by such people as Dr. James Dobson, Bill Bright, and Larry Burkett. The ...read more

  • 6. Real Life Christianity Vs "Hallmark” Christianity Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 9, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,638 views

    All Christians should understand that Real Life Christianity does not always have “happy endings”, but it is still a lifestyle worth living.

    INTRO: Enjoyed watching “The Polar Express” DVD last December. Our kids are at the age where there is bit of doubt about the reality of Santa Claus. But after watching the movie – they were true believers once again! It just HAD to be real! But we know a time will come when they will grow ...read more

  • Intro To Romans Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Dec 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,356 views

    Intro to Romans

    The book of Romans was written by the Apostle Paul in or about the year A.D. 57. The Apostle Paul before coming to faith in Christ was driven to seek out those who called themselves Christians in order to bring them to trial. Christianity at that time was against the law. At times the ...read more

  • Burn The Ships Series

    Contributed by Dennis Cummins on Oct 18, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,518 views

    We can become so consumed with holding onto things that we think fulfill us that we miss holding onto the one that can fulfill us. This series can be viewed or listened on Itunes under ExperienceChurch.tv or on our website at www.experiencechurch.tv in

    American Idols – 3 Burn the ships Have you wondered why we tend to miss the obvious… Here are some claims that were put on Pastors resumes. • "In the five churches I have faithfully served over the past two years ..." • "My hobbies are pit bulls and automatic weapons." • "I am willing to ...read more

  • 'tis The Season

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 29, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,347 views

    The shallow adulation and transitory merriment that the people showed toward John the Baptist is echoed toward Christ in the world’s celebration during what is known as advent or the Christmas season.

    ‘TIS THE SEASON JOHN 5:35 I. The Season of John the Baptist A. The Ministry of John the Baptist 1. He was a burning and a shining light 2. Several words can be used for light a. Luchnos – a portable lamp or luminary. b. phōs – light, source of luminousness 3. A light shining in the darkness ...read more

  • A Christmas Catalog

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,297 views

    The Word of God is a gift catalog and contains a list of priceless items that every person should avail themselves of.

    A CHRISTMAS CATALOG Isaiah 9:6,7 MOST HOMES HAVE AT LEAST ONE CATALOG, if not more. They come regularly. They come often. They come without request. But when the advent season arrives, they descend upon us in droves. Every trip to the mailbox ends with an armload of these slick winter ...read more

  • Light To See By

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 23, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,391 views

    The light of Christ reveals the hearts of men and the heart of God.

    First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas Christmas Day 2011 LIGHT TO SEE BY Isaac Butterworth Luke 2:25-35 (NIV) 25 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. 26 It had been ...read more

  • Jesus Resurrection & "U"

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 26, 2007
     | 4,227 views

    Our greatest need is restoration, and spiritual healing, so God sent Jesus for "U".

    Jesus Resurrection & "U" Matt 26:53-54 NIV Luke 24:1-10 KJV 1 Now upon the first day of the week, very early in the morning, they came unto the sepulchre, bringing the spices which they had prepared, and certain others with them. 2 And they found the stone rolled away from the sepulchre. 3 ...read more

  • Jerusalem Jews For Jesus Ii Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 2, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,847 views

    Our Faith has roots that go back to the beginning: we are connected.

    Jerusalem Jews for Jesus II (Acts 1:1-8, part two) 1.True story from Reader’s Digest: Our surname, Stead, rhymes with bed, but people often say steed, like the horse. One day a business associate of mine came over to the house and was greeted by my mother. "Is Mr. Steed in?" the woman ...read more

  • Has Your Walk Changed?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 21, 2013
    based on 10 ratings
     | 12,814 views

    One’s walk is the daily conduct of one’s life; the habitual way or direction of one’s life. When a person receives Christ as Savior and the Lord of their life that person is to live a changed life, walking in a new direction. Has your walked changed?

    Has Your Walk Changed? Ephesians 2:1-7 In Colossians 2:6, we are instructed, “As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him.” One’s walk is the daily conduct of one’s life; the habitual way or direction of one’s life. When a person receives Christ as Savior and the Lord of ...read more