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Article #9 - Justification, Regneration And Adoption Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

Number Nine in a 16-part series on the Nazarene Articles of Faith, this sermon deals with those things that occur during our conversion.

Article of Faith #9 - Justification, Regeneration, and Adoption Date: Sunday, July 25, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Before we begin our study on the Ninth Article of Faith this morning, I’d like to take a moment for a very quick review of the first eight articles. We began our study ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Drawing In The Sand

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Dec 4, 2011

When we say that someone crosses the line is because they have start behaving in a way that is not acceptable. If someone tells a vulgar joke in a place or occasion that is not appropriate you may say that that person crossed the line. Crossing the line i

If you draw a line in the sand, you establish a limit beyond which things will be unacceptable. The idea is that you establish a line that shouldn't be crossed or there will be severe consequences. It is easy to cross that line since there is not a physical barrier that would keep you from crossing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

What About David's Mother?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on May 10, 2009

Who made David a man of God?

What about David’s mother? PR 31:10 A good woman is hard to find and worth far more than diamonds. 11 Her husband trusts her without reserve, and never has reason to regret it. 23 Her husband is greatly respected when he deliberates with the city fathers. 25 She always faces tomorrow with a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Steadfast Church: Part Two: Stephen's Execution

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 14, 2015

CONTINUING WITH THE THOUGHT OF THE STEADFAST CHURCH

A STEADFAST CHURCH: STEPHEN'S EXECUTION ACTS 7:54 – ACTS 8:4 POINT ONE: STEPHEN’S EXECUTION: PSALM 116:15: THE DEATH OF ONE THAT BELONGS TO THE LORD IS PRECIOUS IN HIS SIGHT. STEPHEN REALIZED THAT HE WAS SOON TO DIE, BUT HE HAD A CALMNESS AND PEACE AROUND HIM THAT ONLY GOD CAN ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Little Giant

Contributed by David Nolte on May 15, 2016

David's faith in the livingx God defeated Goliath

“The Little Giant” 1 Samuel 17:32-51 David P. Nolte There they stood, eyeball to kneecap, two opponents, two giants. One young, ruddy, handsome; the other burly, brutish, and so ugly his mother had to close her eyes to kiss him goodnight. One was small, the other over 9 feet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"He Is No Fool....make A Decision" ~ For What Will You Give Your Life?

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on May 23, 2016

For what will you give your life? Ex.of Eric Liddell, Jim Elliot. Abram:Overcomng fear of uncertainty; Moses: Overcoming fear of inadequacy; David: Overcoming fear of difficulty. "He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose!"

Title: “He is no fool….make a decision” Text: 2 Timothy 1: 7, 12 Purpose: We don't have to be paralyzed by fear ********************************************************** Introduction (Are there some things worth fighting for?) (For what will you give your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Sermon: How To Support Leadership

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 3, 2022

Since success comes from partnership, collaboration, and cooperation, why should support be a one-way street? Maybe it’s time to start thinking about how you can support your pastors, your apostles, or your leaders to maximize their success.

Sermon: How To Support Leadership Text: 1Ch 12:32, 38 And of the children of Issachar, which were men that had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do; the heads of them were two hundred; and all their brethren were at their commandment. 38 “All these men of war, that could keep ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32-38, 2 Timothy 4:1-6, Genesis 49:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

Received By Revelation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 1, 2018

The message for his readers is that the Gospel he preaches was given to him by Jesus Christ; there is not a spark of human creativity in it, or the slightest touch of human cunning. It is not of, by, or from man. It is not according to man. . .

August 25, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter II.A Received by Revelation (1:11-12) Galatians 1.11-12 (KJV) 11 But I certify you, brethren, that the Gospel which was preached of me is not after man. 12 For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Anatomy Of A Healthy Church

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 3, 2018

church health is more important than church growth.

“Anatomy of a Healthy Church” Acts 11:19-30, 13:1-3 Introduction: Welcome to this last worship service of 2017. As I begin my preaching and teaching ministry here at Thayer Church my prayer is that that Lord will use me to be a blessing to you and your family. Sis. Judy and I are excited about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3, Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Free From Fear

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 21, 2022

Fear, especially the fear of death, can turn us into slaves living in bondage. The devil uses fear to rob us of our freedom and abundant life. He uses fear to seize us, take hold of us, and suck the life right out of us! But the Son sets us free!

In John 8:36 we read, “Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.” We all desire abundant life, but if we are held in bondage then we are not experiencing true life; and one major thing that holds us captive is “fear.” Frank Herbert, in his Dune Chronicles, says that the “fear ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Breakthrough Or Breakdown

Contributed by David Dailey on May 23, 2003

using spiritural weapons against discouragement so we have breakthrough not break down

Breakdown or Breakthrough I Samuel 27:1 And David said in his heart: I shall now one day perish by the hand of Saul. There is nothing better for me than I should speedily escape into the land of the Philistines; and Saul shall despair of me, to seek me any more in any coast of Israel, so shall ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Optimism In The Face Of Tragedy

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003

A reflection on 9/11/01

Optimism In The Face of Tragedy 10/30/01 “We all face tragedy. What’s more, we’ve all received the symbols of tragedy. Yours might be a telegram from the war department, an ID bracelet from the hospital, a scar, or a court subpoena. We don’t like these symbols, nor do we want these symbols. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9, 2 Samuel 12:1-23

Denomination: Mennonite

Someone Is Watching You Series

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002

People are watching us all the time to see how a Christian responds in all situations, may they see ou dependance upon the Lord.

1 Peter 2:11 - 3:7 VCC September 27, 1998 Someone is Watching You Introduction 2:11,12, We are encouraged to act a certain way, live, think, believe different than the world around us. living as aliens and strangers, with a mission, a purpose, knowing our destiny. Someone is watching us walk by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Unlikely Conversion

Contributed by Gary Washburn on May 31, 2002

Some people have read portions of the book of Romans and had a life changing experience. The Reformation and the great Awakening was sparked by men reading Romans.

Series: Riches in Romans Romans 1:1 This book is about introducing good news to bad sinners. An Unlikely Conversion Intro: I have never preached through Romans because I felt it was more than I could handle, and I was right. I know I am in over my head. Romans is a book that probably ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1, Acts 9:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sticks, Stones And Words

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.: 1. It was a great moment in the history of Israel--God was going to select Israel's first king. a. Samuel gathered all Israel at Mizpah. b. Selection process began (20-24). c. Everybody was happy .... or were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-27