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God's Message To The Hard-Hearted

Contributed by Jyoti Banerjee on Nov 27, 2006

The parable of the lost son demonstrates the impact of hard-heartedness on relationships, families and communities.

Twenty years ago, I visited the city of Calcutta on work. I was looking forward to the visit because it was the city my father grew up in, and being a typical Bengali, he was very proud of his city. But I was also looking forward to the trip because there was a little old lady in Calcutta that I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Anglican

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Contributed by Dr. Wheeler Jones on Oct 1, 2004

I have a very Delicious and sustaining memory of the time she was associated with this church. Mother Mayfield loved the church. This soldier possessed a deep and abiding committment to our Lord. Her love was evidenced by the multiple obstacles she con

Job 14:14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come. "IF" Has this world been so kind to you that you should leave with regret? There are better things ahead than any we leave behind. ~ C. S. Lewis ~ I am thankful for the life of Sis. ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

What To See Before Moving Day Series

Contributed by Michael West on Aug 5, 2006

Desiring the move of God in our lives that will enable us to reach out and be the disciplemakers we have been called to be.

Sunday August 6th, 2006 by: Pastor Michael West Series: Move It Sermon: What to See before moving day Scripture: Mark 9:19-24 Mark 5:36 As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, He said to the ruler of the synagogue, "Do not be afraid; only believe." Mark 9:23 Jesus said to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:19-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who's The Greatest In The Kingdom? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 16, 2008

This is a message in a series based on questions that Jesus asked and that were asked of Him.

There seems to be a fundamental human urge in all of us that causes us to want to be the greatest at doing or being something James and John are really a good representation of the human race when they ask Jesus to let them sit on each side of Him in His kingdom. . If left to go unchecked this can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Real Food And Real Drink

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Aug 16, 2003

Unless you eat my flesh and drink my blood, you will not have eternal life. What does this mean?

Text - NIV John ch.6 vs.51-58 These are the words of Jesus: 51. I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he (or she) will live forever. This bread is my flesh which I will give for the life of the world. 52. Then the Jews began to argue sharply (quarrel) ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Anglican

Home And Work

Contributed by Don Baggett on Sep 5, 2008

According to Colossians, the result of being in Christ, and having Christ in you, is not only a tremendous difference in your mind and heart, but also home and work.

If somebody runs up to you on the street this next week and asks, “What’s the main thought in the book of Colossians,” I hope you will quickly tell them, “That in all things, He might have the preeminence!” In chapter one, we see that the way to be fully pleasing to the Lord is to make sure He has ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Call No Man Father! Series

Contributed by David Smith on Jun 19, 2009

You must not be called ’Teacher,’ because you are all equal and have only one Teacher. And you must not call anyone here on earth ’Father,’ because you have only the one Father in heaven. Nor should you be called ’Leader,’ because your one and only leader

“Call no man ‘Father’” says Jesus. That’s part of our reading today from Matthew 23. Jesus says, “call no man ‘Father’”. What’s that doing here? And I don’t just mean what’s it doing here as this week’s reading. I mean, what’s it doing in the Bible? Since the (not so recent) publication of “The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:8-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Prayer Keys - Submission Series

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Jan 9, 2012

Jesus often prayed privately. When he said, “Not my will, but thy will be done.” He did not get what he wanted, but he got what he needed. He had the strength to face what was to come. The time to choose submission is now. If we wait, we may not desire to

“Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the ground and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will.” Matthew 26:39 Our list of prayer keys uses Matthew 26:39 as the text for submission. I generally use the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Baptist

A Fresh Start

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Aug 13, 2014

This text is one of multiple examples in the bible that God wants to give us a fresh start.

50In the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: 51Speak to the Israelites, and say to them: When you cross over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, 52you shall drive out all the inhabitants of the land from before you, destroy all their figured stones, destroy all ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 33:50-56

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge Of Conformity

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 13, 2013

A message preached at a legislative prayer breakfast to challenge listeners to stay true to their convictions.

“The Challenge of Conformity” Dan 3:1-30 ********** Daniel 3:1 Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold, whose height was threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof six cubits: he set it up in the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon. INTRODUCTION: What is conformity? ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Cultivating A Culture Of Change

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 15, 2013

A sermon that examines the necessity of change for growth.

“Cultivating a Culture of Change” Acts 2:41,47, 4:4, 5:14, 6:1 Acts 2:41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 2:47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Watch, Pray, Stand Luke 21:36 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Mar 15, 2014

Recognize the signs, rather than being caught in the Worldview of the day. Pray Always, rather than allowing addictions to dominate your consciousness. Stand before the Son of Man, rather than falling into the traps of the devil. Watch, Pray always, Stand

Luke 21:34 “But take heed to yourselves, lest your hearts be weighed down with carousing, drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that Day come on you unexpectedly. 35 For it will come as a snare on all those who dwell on the face of the whole earth. 36 Watch therefore, and pray always that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:34-38

Denomination: *other

The Invincibility Of Love

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 16, 2011

The unfailing nature of love.

“The Invincibility of Love” 1 Corinthians 13:8 1 Corinthians 13:8 Charity never faileth: but whether there be prophecies, they shall fail; whether there be tongues, they shall cease; whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away. There was this preacher who was an avid golfer. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8

Denomination: Baptist

7 Ways To Increase Your Faith

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 8, 2009

Peter had faith, but he knew it needed to grow. He instructs us on 7 areas to add to our faith. Peter the rock, from a sinful swearing sailor, to a fisher of men, a preacher and founder of the church.

3.08.2009 Sermon By William Akehurst, HSWC Increasing and Adding to our faith Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith. His faith was strong even to his death. Lets listen to what he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Community Or Chaos: The Danger Of Doing Business As Usual Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009

The danger of doing business as usual is that you will miss your mission, that you will miss your miracle, and you will miss the Master.

Community or Chaos: The Danger of Doing Business as Usual John 21: 1-12 John 21:3 “I go a fishing.” The life and times of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. reflects the Black Church and Black people at their best. We are all proud of his academic and social accomplishments. Unfortunately, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-12

Denomination: Baptist