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Acquire The Fire Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 25, 2008

Welcome the interruption of the Holy Spirit.

ACQUIRE THE FIRE Acts 2.1-4 S: Change C: Holy Spirit Th: Choose the Fire Pr: WELCOME THE INTERRUPTION OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Type: Narrative, Inductive I. PENTECOST (1) II. TOGETHER (1) III. SOUND AND FLAME (2-3) IV. FILLED (4) V. COMMUNICATION (4) PA: How is the change to be observed? • Welcome ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Few Good Leaders Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 20, 2018

Message 10 in our exposition of Nehemiah. This message explores Nehemiah's choosing of good people for leadership.

"A few Good People" Chico Alliance Church REVIEW Nehemiah's journal recounts a two phase restoration project. Phase one was to rebuild secure walls. Walls provide protection and purity from outside enemies Spiritual walls are constructed through obedience to the truth of Scripture. Nehemiah has ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Lesson From Mom

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 10, 2017

This morning I would like us to focus on the 3rd section of Proverbs 31 and review the life lesson and advice that King Lemuel’s mother told him. Our mothers often teach us valuable lessons with their words and with their actions. What did King Lemuel’s

A LESSON FROM MOM PROVERBS 31:8-9 #MothersDay2017 INTRODUCTION… http://www1.cbn.com/family/%27never-turn-down-a-mint%27-and-other-life-lessons-from-mom The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) posted a list of valuable lessons that mothers teach us. The following are life lessons we may have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Surpassing Grace Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 9, 2015

God abundantly supplies so that we having been blessed can in turn bless others which results in everyone blessing God. The grace of Christian giving pours the blessings of God on all involved, the giver, the recipient, those concerned, & God.

2 CORINTHIANS 9: 8-15 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] THE SURPASSING GRACE OF GOD [Psalms 112] Christian giving always rebounds with multiplied blessings for the giver. But not only is the giver blessed, the recipient is also. With so many unselfish blessings flowing around, thankfulness and glory ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Made For So Much More

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 28, 2024

The first several verses of Ecclesiastes capture this reality well and sum it up in one word: Futility.

Have you ever been disappointed with your life? Has there ever been a time in your life where you found yourself saying, “What’s the use?” Life can do that to us. We work hard—at our job, at our ministry, at school, on our relationships. And then comes that time when you stop, and look it all ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Experience Fullness Of The Spirit's Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What Are the Requirements for Experiencing Fullness of the Spirit's Power? - 1.

What Are the Requirements for Experiencing Fullness of the Spirit's Power? - 1. A person must totally surrender the control of their mind, will and emotions to the Holy Spirit as directed by Bible. (Gal. 5: 16) 2. At conversion a believer becomes complete in Christ but usually does not learn ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Innocent Suffering Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 12, 2001

In today’s psalm, first lesson and gospel, the theme of innocent suffering gives us the opportunity to ponder what this means for us today.

Sermon for Palm/Passion Sunday, Year C Based on Ps. 31:9-16; Isa. 50:4-9a; Lk. 23:1-49 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “Innocent Suffering” Preaching on Palm/Passion Sunday is like trying to see and appreciate the details of a beautiful landscape, while, at the same time, you’re traveling 500 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9, Luke 23:1-49

Denomination: Lutheran

Discipleship In Marriage

Contributed by Mark Johnson on Jun 7, 2001

How our relationship with God can teach us about our marriage relationship

Steven and Julianne, you know that you are disciples of or apprentices to Jesus, there is no distinction between the sacred and the secular. Every aspect of your lives comes under the influence of Jesus, and becomes part of your apprenticeship. This includes your marriage relationship. In 1 John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19-21

Denomination: Mennonite

How To Experience Fullness Of The Spirit's Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What Are the Requirements for Experiencing Fullness of the Spirit's Power? 1.

What Are the Requirements for Experiencing Fullness of the Spirit's Power? 1. A person must totally surrender the control of their mind, will and emotions to the Holy Spirit as directed by Bible. (Gal. 5:16) At conversion a believer becomes complete in Christ but usually does not learn what it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Eight Point Stress Reduction Plan

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Paul’s Eight Point Stress Reduction Plan - Phil. 4:4-8

Paul’s Eight Point Stress Reduction Plan - Phil. 4:4-8 Illustration:Traits characteristic of the stress-prone: 1. Plans day unrealistically 2. First to arrive, last to leave 3. Always in a hurry 4. Makes no plan for relaxation 5. Feels guilty about doing anything other than work 6. Sees ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8, Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Guidelines For Interceding For People In Authority

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 20, 2004

As we pray in the power of the Spirit for our authorities, we will experience numerous spin off benefits in the way the Lord blesses those who are over us.

Prayer Guidelines for Interceding for People in Authority (1 Timothy 2:1-2:6) Illustration: I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, but especially for those who in authority. --1 Timothy 2:1 Over the centuries since Jesus died ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Human Solution Series

Contributed by Brian Cunningham on Sep 15, 2005

Show God the Place

The book of 2 Kings is a gloomy, yet revival based synopsis. The biblical times are almost apocaliptic in the message, as the Northern and Southern kingdoms struggle for their independence. Isreal and Judah are in an all out race to heavily market their governing power in the mist of religous ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Build A Church

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 23, 2002

The Church Of Jesus Christ is more then a building...

How to Build a Church Church Growth April 7, 2002 I. It was heard that He was in the house (Mark 2:1,2 NKJV) 1 And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. 2 Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming The Problem Of Procrastination

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 26, 2006

Some people think to themselves, "Do it tomorrow - you’ve made enough mistakes for today." Procrastination is the fertilizer that makes difficulties grow.

Overcoming the Problem of Procrastination Some people think to themselves, "Do it tomorrow - you’ve made enough mistakes for today." "A diet is what you keep putting off while you keep putting on. No farmer ever plowed a field by turning it over in his mind. The kindness planned for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-36, John 10:31-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Principle Of Measure

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jun 1, 2005

To motivate the hearer to completely seek God in all aspects of his/her life (salvation, life style, tithes giving, relationships).

THE PRINCIPLE OF MEASURE Luke 6:38 TEXT: Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.” PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to completely seek ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Nazarene