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  • Go For It

    Contributed by Babatunde Olugboji on Jul 28, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,553 views

    This sermon is about the lessons we can learn from the attitude of the elder brother of the prodigal son

    Go for it Five Lessons from the Elder Son’s Attitude Luke 15 This is one of the most preached texts in the Bible, but I believe God will speak to you today through this narrative as you are reading this. I will not be focusing on the ‘lost son’ or ‘prodigal son’ but ...read more

  • The Amazing Prisoner Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 6, 2021
     | 1,357 views

    When God gets a hold on us and we are serious about growing in the Lord, we have the potential to make a good impression for the Kingdom of God. We can bloom where we are planted.

    The Amazing Prisoner (Acts 27:1-28:31) [Note: When I preached this sermon, after reading Ben Witherington's commentary on Acts, I filled in a number of details, particularly why ships were sailing at a somewhat dangerous time of year. Adding these details, I only got through the first point ...read more

  • Learn From Jethro

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 30, 2015
     | 6,183 views

    To show that the LORD will teach us everything about Him, even using righteous people such as Jethro and the elders of Israel.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you learn from instruction? Yes. We learn by being instructed Proverbs 21:11 (Amplified Bible) When the scoffer is punished, the fool gets a lesson in being wise; but men of [godly] Wisdom and good sense learn by being instructed. Proverbs 1:5 (Amplified Bible) The wise also ...read more

  • Serving The Church Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,560 views

    SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES

    QUALIFICATIONS FOR DEACONS -- MEN OF DIGNITY BIG IDEA: SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES INTRODUCTION: Wiersbe: "The first deacons were appointed to be assistants to the apostles. In a local church today ...read more

  • The Next Generation Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 8, 2013
     | 9,304 views

    The Christian, and especially the elder of the church, is engaged in a lifelong campaign. He must prepare the next generation to enter into the conflict.

    “This charge I entrust to you, Timothy, my child, in accordance with the prophecies previously made about you, that by them you may wage the good warfare, holding faith and a good conscience. By rejecting this, some have made shipwreck of their faith, among whom are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I ...read more

  • Right Church Leadership (1 Timothy 3)

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 6, 2024
     | 434 views

    Do we have the right to reinterpret Paul's inspired qualifications for elders and deacons, adapting them to a sinful society? Let's find out in 1 Timothy 3.

    Do we have any authority to ignore Paul’s inspired qualifications for elders and deacons? Do we have any authority for man-made requirements? Do we have any authority to ordain women as elders? Do we trust that God inspired Paul with instructions for all time, or do we bend them to suit the whims ...read more

  • The Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on May 5, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 38,430 views

    The younger son wanted blessing without relationship. So did the elder son. And so do we today.

    This morning, we continue our journey through the parables of Christ. As we’ve noted before, a parable is a short story which is intended to teach or illustrate some spiritual truth. Parables are small but powerful, and this is demonstrated by their familiarity. Few of us, I imagine, could explain ...read more

  • Despised Not Series

    Contributed by Joshua Moran on Jan 25, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,733 views

    Breaking down 1 Timothy 4:12, we realize there is a major miscommunication amongst youth today.

    TEENAGERS AND THEIR GOD: DESPISED NOT 1 Timothy 4:12 Part 1 of 3 Joshua Moran Introduction I. DESPISED NOT A. Youthfulness B. Examples II. YOUR CONDUCT A. Word B. Love C. Spirit D. Faith E. Purity A teenager that says there is no God is a fool! A teenager that ...read more

  • Setting The Bar High

    Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Jun 9, 2021
     | 3,031 views

    God expects believer to be an example for other believers

    Introduction: Have you seen the high jump competition in the Olympics? How the champions are decided? Most of the times there are 2 or 3 finalist and the bar is set for each one to clear. Next attempt is done with bar set higher and the person who clears the bar set at highest position wins. In ...read more

  • "Peter, Feed My Sheep” (13 Of 21)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022
     | 1,833 views

    Now I am not a chef, but I would imagine that if you were going to feed a group of chefs, you had better know something about cooking.

    Our Lord told Peter to, "feed My sheep.” In this particular passage of scripture, he is feeding the “Spiritual Chefs”, the ministers of the gospel. Notice that he speaks of: I. THE ELDER Verse 1. "The elders which are among you...” From this verse we see who he is addressing and ...read more

  • Being Second Place Series

    Contributed by Timothy Lueking on Mar 11, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,352 views

    A sermon on what it truly means to honor God out of respect and humility.

    Being Second Place Exodus 20:4-6 A. Introduction 1. When I was in high school I loved running track and cross-country. They were both very challenging and exciting for me but there is a little secret that I have to share with you about those days, I did not like to loose. I did everything that I ...read more

  • The Supremacy Of Christ

    Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 6,836 views

    Jesus Christ is pre-eminent over all creatures in all respects.

    READ: Colossians 1:15-20 This letter of Paul to the Colossians is primarily POLEMIC in nature. That is, Paul is writing to refute a particular error that was threatening the life of the church there at Colosse. Scholars call it "The Colossian Heresy". There is much debate about EXACTLY what ...read more

  • When God Blesses Us Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 8,310 views

    WHEN BLESSINGS COME DOWN, PRAISE AND RESPECT SHOULD GO UP

    BIG IDEA: WHEN BLESSINGS COME DOWN, PRAISE AND RESPECT SHOULD GO UP I. (:1-3) GOD’S PEOPLE SEEK BLESSINGS SO THAT GOD MAY BE KNOWN AND PRAISED A. The Nature of God’s Blessings 1. Be Gracious 2. Bless Us 3. Cause His face to shine upon us How should we seek these blessings? Through Prayer B. ...read more

  • Will That Be Short Or Long Hair?

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 3, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,701 views

    God’s conflict resolution plan for the family is centered in relationships of respect.

    On his sixteenth birthday a son approached his father and said, "Dad, I’m sixteen now. When I get my license, can I drive the family car?" His dad looked at him and said, "Son, driving the car takes maturity, and first, you must prove that you are responsible enough. And one way you must do that is ...read more

  • Value Authority Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 14, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,241 views

    Christian parents need to model and teach what it means to respect authority.

    The Bible makes it clear that showing respect for authority is to be a priority for the child of God. "Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Consequently, ...read more