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Religious Party Poopers

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

based on 20 ratings

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A look at hypocrisy.

In what way was Christianity new and improved from Judaism? Why is it inappropriate for Christians to boring and depressed? Why do so many people have the idea that Christians are narrow minded and uncompassionate people? How can we balance celebration in Jesus with a serious commitment? Well ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Citizen Of Heaven

Contributed by William Young on Sep 10, 2001

based on 39 ratings

| 9,027 views

It is a wondrous thing that you and I can become a citizen of Heaven NOW in this life!

(Sermon outline authored by Dr. Phil Sanders) A CITIZEN OF HEAVEN Phil 3:20-21 Introduction: 1. It is a wondrous thing that you and I can become a citizen of Heaven NOW in this life: a. Jesus is preparing a place just for me! (Jno 14:1-3) b. Jesus is now preparing me just for that place (2 Cor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34, Philippians 3:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hook, Line And Sinker

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 10, 2001

based on 191 ratings

| 8,446 views

This sermon, based upon James 1:13-18 clearly sets forth how we can win over temptation.

James 1:13-18 "Hook, Line and Sinker" By Pastor Mark Hiehle There is almost nothing like it in the world. To see the eyes and expression on a little boy’s face the very first time he experiences it. Little boys dream about it. Old men still tell about it with great excitement ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The Party Hardy Weigh In?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 4, 2002

based on 46 ratings

| 4,896 views

You will be weighed on God’s balances, hope we are not found wanting?

THE PARTY HARDY WEIGH IN? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Daniel 5:27 Tekel: Thou art weighed in the balances, and found wanting. Heb. 12:1 ... Lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily beset ...and run with patience HOW SAD TO BE FOUND WANTING? I ponder have needs or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1, Daniel 5:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Silence In Heaven Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Nov 13, 2002

based on 73 ratings

| 12,076 views

Week 20 in a Wednesday evening study on the book of Revelation

WEEK 20 ¡§Silence in Heaven¡¨ Date: November 14, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation 8:1-6 Introduction Someone asked me the other day why are we studying Revelation? I have to ask this question, why was Revelation written? Not for our entertainment. Not to confuse us. But to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

When Hurts Run Deep Series

Contributed by Steven Platt on Oct 29, 2002

based on 75 ratings

| 9,032 views

Sermon based upon the book of Philemon. Illustrates the plight of Philemon to forgive Onesimus and how Paul aided in the process.

Read the Book of Philemon I Onesimus A. Name means "Useful" - But wasn’t very useful B. Slave of Philemon 1. Unlike slaves in America 2. Slaves were more like employees 3. Often were paid C. Caused Philemon to lose some money 1. Criminal intent - Money ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Preciousness Of Death

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on May 1, 2002

based on 328 ratings

| 65,382 views

Although difficult for us to cope with, the death of a saint is precious to God.

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." This seems like an odd verse. Why would death be precious to God? Wasn’t it the entrance of sin into the world that brought forth the curse of death? Certainly God abhors sin, and I would be willing to say that individuals ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15, Psalm 116:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Up Against A Wall

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

based on 8 ratings

| 3,281 views

Encouragement from Joshua

Intro: Last week we learned some lessons about Moses. We talked about Moses giving the leadership of the nation of Israel over to Joshua. This morning, we want to learn some lessons from Joshua’s first days of leadership. Joshua has been with Moses for 40 years in the wilderness wanderings. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fear Factor Series

Contributed by Tony Earl on Nov 23, 2006

| 4,026 views

This new series deals with the phenomenon of reality TV. The focus of this series is upon what is ’really’ real.

REALITY CHECK SERIES # 1 The Fear Factor Intro: We begin tonight a new series that I believe is relevant to us all. It is relevant, because it deals with reality. There seems to be a craze today when it comes to ’reality t.v." I know most of have at least heard of them. There is The Fear Factor, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Baptist

Joining Together Of Two Cultures

Contributed by Nelson Lin on Nov 7, 2006

based on 20 ratings

| 6,911 views

This wedding message was used at a bi-racial wedding ceremony. The audience was mostly non church going people. Had a lot of positive comments on the differences between covenant marriage and contract marriage.

Marriage Ceremony of Dan and Kimm August 5, 2006 Greeting On behalf of Kimm and Dan, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome all of you. I know that some of you traveled a great distance to be here, some of you even came from another country, Texas, just to be here to celebrate this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Making The Adjustments Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Dec 12, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 20,447 views

Sermon on the adjustments to our lives God expects when we commit to following Him and seeking His will.

Making the Adjustments Luke 9:18-24 INTRO.: When God spoke to Moses, he was challenged to make some major adjustments in his life. He was called upon to leave the place he had lived for 40 years and abandon his life as a shepherd to take on an impossible assignment for God and God’s people. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Birth Of Jesus

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 26, 2003

based on 14 ratings

| 22,728 views

Matthew opens his gospel with the genealogy of Jesus. From Abraham to Joseph the births of those in the genealogy were natural births, except one.

The Birth of Jesus Matthew 1:18-25 Matthew opens his gospel with the genealogy of Jesus. From Abraham to Joseph the births of those in the genealogy were natural births, except one. In verse 16 it is written, “Jacob was the father of Joseph the husband of Mary, by which Jesus was born, who is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Holiness

Doing What You're Told

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 11, 2006

based on 1 rating

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The comparison of Naaman in 2 Kings5:1-14 and the leper healed by Jesus in Mark 1:40-45 reveals to us that we should follow God’s leading and do what God tells us in the good as well as the bad places of our lives.

Doing What You’re Told – Mark 1: 40 – 45 / 2 Kings 5: 1 - 14 Intro: I was the youngest grandchild on both sides of my family. Consequently, I was always being told what to do. That was one thing I disliked about being the youngest. Yet, when I questioned why I should do something I always got ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Amazing Race

Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Jun 27, 2005

based on 9 ratings

| 12,634 views

Running the race of life as a Christian.

Introduction: Have you seen that reality T.V. show called “The Amazing Race”? It takes different teams of people and has them running from one exotic location to another trying to be the first to arrive at the final destination. It’s kind of a crazy show as most reality TV shows are, but it’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Change Your Thoughts And It Will Change You!

Contributed by Rev. Roberto D. Abella on Nov 9, 2004

based on 184 ratings

| 51,013 views

Psychologists teach us that there are two mental laws that contribute heavily to our mental state of being. In other words, whether we’re happy or sad.

CHANGE your THOUGHTS and it will Change YOU! Romans 12:1-4 Psychologists teach us that there are two mental laws that contribute heavily to our mental state of being. In other words, whether we’re happy or sad. They are: 1: The Law of Concentration. 2: The Law of Substitution. The Law of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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