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God Gave Us A Perfect Heart; He Is Able To Keep It Perfect.

Contributed by David Leach on Jan 5, 2014

In order to receive a new, perfect heart we must be made clean from all our past sins:

1 God gave us a Perfect Heart; He is able to keep it perfect In order to receive a new, perfect heart we must be made clean from all our past sins: Ezek 36:25 Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean... What is this clean water that cleanses us from all our past sins? The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:25-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Does Pleasure Never Seem To Last? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the first message in a series from the book of Ecclesiastes that examines Solomon's wisdom in regard to the mistakes that he had made in his life. This message examines the pursuit of pleasure and how it can squeeze God out of our lives..

Dear Diary, “Why does pleasure never seem to last?” That question is at the heart of America’s relentless pursuit of pleasure. Americans are constantly moving from one thing to another in hope of finding something that will provide pleasure that doesn’t fade away. As I was ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gift Of Freedom Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 1, 2011

We have a great gift, what are we doing with it?

INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • Freedom. It is never free. For some reason freedom is something that has to be fought for. • For freedom to be experienced, blood has to be shed. In the world there are always people, groups, and governments who want to make sure you lose your freedom. • Satan ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From An Evil-Doer To An Evangelist

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 18, 2012

The demonic filled Gentile who became a fire-filled Evangelist for God

Mark 5:1-20 So they arrived at the other side of the lake, in the region of the Gerasenes. When Jesus climbed out of the boat, a man possessed by an evil spirit came out from a cemetery to meet him. This man lived among the burial caves and could no longer be restrained, even with a chain. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Foursquare

The Qualifications & Responsibilities Of Pastors Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 8, 2014

Paul reminds Titus of his mission on Crete. He was to solidify a witness for Jesus Christ by appointing leaders. All church leaders are to meet the standards set forth here & guide others to greater maturity in their relationship with Christ.

TITUS 1: 5-9 THE QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PASTORS Paul here reminds Titus of his mission or what he would have him accomplish while in Crete. It was no small job for Paul wanted Titus to carry out the arrangements which would organize the churches there. He starts off with the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

We Speak Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 25, 2015

More like a Bible study on 1, 2 Timothy and Titus on We Speak of the Gospel (Material adapted from J.K. Jones Jr. at North American Christian Convention)

HoHum: One day I was looking for something in our medicine cabinet at home. I was amazed to see how many different types of pills that were in there (remember to bring pills from home). I’ve brought a few examples to show you. Take a few samples and talk about them. As I looked at these ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Rebel Without A Cause"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 5, 2015

A sermon based on the parable of the Prodigal Son.

"Rebel Without a Cause" "Luke 15:11-32 A young woman writes: "My dad kept a coin jar on his dresser. Every night when he got home from work, the first thing he did was head upstairs to change his clothes. You could hear the familiar jangling of coins as they spilled from his pocket and he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: United Methodist

True Freedom: A Biblical Perspectives Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Oct 3, 2014

“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”(John 8:32)

“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”(John 8:32) We struggle for freedom, seeks freedom and dream about it, Freedom is a basic human desire and everyone craves for it. Freedom is not just a Democratic/ humanitarian theme; it’s the divine theme. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32, Romans 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prodigal Son Part One Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 15, 2014

The prodigal son is an example of how much God loves us and will welcome us back into His presence. What can we learn about God and what can we apply to our loves concerning His love and forgiveness.

The Prodigal son Luke 15:11-15:24 Introduction- This morning we are going to talk about the parables of Jesus. It is a familiar passage that everyone can relate too. Luke 15 contains 3 parables. 1. Parable of the lost sheep- Jesus says suppose you have 100 sheep and one leaves. You go out and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Which Christ Do You Follow? Part 2

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 10, 2014

A false teaching had seeped into the Colossian Church, called Gnosticism. This teaching has attacked the very person-hood of Jesus Christ and denied His deity.

A false teaching had seeped into the Colossian Church, called Gnosticism. This teaching has attacked the very person-hood of Jesus Christ and denied His deity. Today the Gnostic belief is still alive and well, in the form of the New Age movement and other, shall we say, “Created” ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15

Denomination: Baptist

By Means Of A Harlot

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 21, 2016

To show that harlots is a trap to a man, will reduce a man for mere payment for food and will endanger the man's life because his loved ones will be next to be attacked by the harlot.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you protected by Wisdom? Yes, because the Great I Am lives within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that harlots is a trap to a man, will reduce a man for mere payment for food and will endanger the man's life because his loved ones will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why The Wait? Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

Jesus' return is imminent but He is patiently awaiting the fullness of those whom will be saved.

CONTINUING THE THOUGHT. Last week we spent our time together considering the reality of Jesus’ Second Coming and Power to Judge sin and sinners especially in light of the false teachers who were denying such among the Church that Peter was writing to. The false teachers denied Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Achan's Sin

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Achan's Sin

Joshua 7 Achan's Sin 1. The Restraint Of Sin 4 So there went up thither of the people about three thousand men: and they fled before the men of Ai. 5 And the men of Ai smote of them about thirty and six men: for they chased them from before the gate even unto Shebarim, and smote them in the ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Gospel: Rights Of Sonship Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 18, 2015

The passage of Galatians 3:26-4:7 is about Sonship. We find here about the tremendous privilege of Sonship that comes with faith in Christ. We became Sons of God when we trusted Christ as savior. We actually become a child of the king.

When you look at the coaching career of the winningest coach in division 1 basketball, Bobby Knight you see he has coached some pretty impressive players. He has coached Isaih Thomas, Michael Jordan (on the Olympic team) and other very notable players. Which one do you suppose was his favorite to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christ As Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 19, 2015

Jesus made it clear that true disciples forsake all to follow him.

Putting on a uniform does not make you a soldier. Qualifications are made clear for soldiers. Kevin Ammerman of Indiana was determined to join the military, but at 351 pounds he was turned down from each branch because he was ‘too big.’ He lost 160 pounds, met the requirements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational