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Some Reflections On The Ascension Of Jesus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 31, 2011

What does the Ascension mean to us in 21st Century Britain

Three guiding lights for the Church Luke 24:44-53 The story of the Ascension of Jesus Christ is a wonderful piece of history, but what relevance does have to us in 21st Century Britain. May I answer my own question by telling you a story? Story: Norman Cates shared the humorous story of a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Anglican

What Our Country Needs From Us

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jul 2, 2011

What our country needs from us as God's people is to live in such a way that gives the gospel credibility.

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas July 3, 2011 WHAT OUR COUNTRY NEEDS FROM US Isaac Butterworth 1 Timothy 2:1-7 (NIV) 1 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

5 Things To Remember In A Crisis

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 10, 2013

In the midst of a crisis it becomes easy to forget God's promises.

It a plain and simple fact of life, if you’re breathing you will experience a crisis of biblical proportions. Maybe your crisis is a divorce, or a job loss, or foreclosure, or the death of someone close, or a prodigal child, or the betrayal of a close friend, or abuse, or you are told those ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: *other

Where Are You? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 6, 2012

God calls us. Jesus has taught us, "Many are called, but few are chosen." However, the first time man was called by God, what was the purpose of His calling? The message explores that call and refocuses the divine call to our generation.

The LORD God called to the man and said to him, “Where are you?” [1] G reat questions are not meant to reveal information to the interlocutor; great questions are meant to compel the one questioned to discover what should have been obvious. All of us have a tendency to wear masks. In fact, the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gifts Vs Spiritual Responsibilites

Contributed by Joe Robbins on Aug 28, 2009

Some Christians are given gifts, but All Christians are to be responsible.

Spiritual Gifts vs Spiritual Responsibilities I Cor. 12:7-11,28 I. Some Christians are given . . . Divine Wisdom (v8) But all Believers are called . . To live wisely. Romans 16:19, Ephesians 5:15, Colossians 4:5 II. Some Christians are given . . . Extraordinary Faith ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Iron Sharpens Iron

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Mar 14, 2009

Shows our obligation to a healthy relationship

“Iron Sharpens Iron” Proverbs 27: 17 As iron sharpens iron, So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend. This particular text expressly speaks of fundamentals on relationship; moreover, shows how people are redeemed and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Learn To Detect Neglect"

Contributed by Joe Robbins on Mar 20, 2009

God extends His arms to us each day. But how often do we ignore his overtures?

"Learn To Detect Neglect" Hebrews 12:15 (all scriptures used are NLT Neglect, according to the dictionary, is "a lack of due care and concern often resulting in an unintended injury to another." A neglected child, longing for the love of a parent, often suffers extreme emotional trauma. Even ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:15

Denomination: Church Of God

But I Still Don't Feel Forgiven

Contributed by Garrick Ace on Jan 25, 2010

What do you do when you say all the right things to God, but you still don't feel forgiven?

I Still Don't Feel Forgiven 2 Chr 34:23-31 23 She said to them, "This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: Tell the man who sent you to me, 24 'This is what the LORD says: I am going to bring disaster on this place and its people— all the curses written in the book that has been read ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:23-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do We Have Free Will?

Contributed by Ken Henson on May 24, 2014

Many physicists and scientists now argue that humans do not have free will. The Bible teaches we are free to choose.

Do we have free will? I think most people are actually not really interested in this question. But there are some really interesting and important aspects to this question. John Searle argues philosophers have not really made any progress on this question in the past hundred years or so. I think ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:14-17

Denomination: *other

God’s Purpose In Government Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 1, 2012

Contrary to popular Christian belief, God intends for us to be involved in the process of government and to exert Christian influence there. He created governments for the good of man. When Christian neglect their stewardship responsibilities they remove

1. Cartoon: Two men on a park bench; one lets out a loud SIGH; the second man stands and says, “Well, if you are gonna’ talk politics, I’m outta’ here!” 2. Three Great Institutions of God: a. Family b. Church c. Government 3. Mixed reviews on how we look at government a. Support (blindly? – Acts ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You Have To Do What You Don’t Want To Do Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 27, 2017

God and His Word may dictate that we do things we would rather not do or be involved in unpleasant situations we would rather avoid. It is when we obey but don’t feel like obeying that we really honor God the most.

When You Have to Do What You Don’t Want to Do (2 Kings 8:1-15, 9:1-10, 13:14-25) 1. Sometimes you have to do what you have to do. In 1935, Charles Darrow brought his invention of Monopoly to Parker Brothers. The experts at Parker Brothers rejected the game for "containing fifty-two fundamental ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Failure Leads To Faith Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 27, 2017

How failure leads to faith

A. INTRODUCTION: OUR RESPONSE TO FAILURE AND DISAPPOINTMENT WILL DETERMINE OUR SUCCESS IN LIFE: EXODUS 4:29-31 1. Moses gathered the elders to present his credentials. a. Aaron faithfully delivered God’s message. “And Aaron spoke all the words which the LORD had spoken to Moses” ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

Molded By God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2016

We may share in his creative work through faith, or we may forget the power of his shaping hands and look to our own ingenuity, our own capacity to market and manage our Christian fellowship. The security of God's people lies only in the Potter's Hand.

Opening illustration: I read a story of a woman on vacation that was shopping in the finest stores. One day she saw the most beautiful cup she had ever seen. She went in bought the cup and every day she would take the cup out and admire it. She would even talk to the cup and say, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Back To The Basics - Missions Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2012

All believers are called to participate in missions.

Back to the Basics - Missions July 22, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: All believers are called to participate in missions. Focus Passage: Acts 17:16-34 Supplemental Passage: "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

Unified In Our Compassion Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 8, 2010

If we are to follow the example of Christ, then we must be Unified in our Compassion.

Intro. As you know, our theme is the Church in Unity. We must begin by unified in our Consecration. We must accept the challenge of reaching the lost, here and around the world and be Unified in our Commission. Today, our next part, could be easily tied to the Commission. The area of unity ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist