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The Overseer’s Fitness-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 26, 2012

4 of 6. Paul related the moral qualifications for an overseer of the Church. Character traits for overseers of the church are definitive. ?How is his fitness determined? An overseer’s fitness is decided by his...

The OVERSEER’s FITNESS-IV—1Timothy 3:1-7 Attention: My CDL. I went to truck driving school, went thru the appropriate training, passed the appropriate tests, made the appropriate contacts. I was trained for a few months on the road/I learned much from my trainers. I eventually was cut loose on my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Doing? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 31, 2012

In selecting elders we need to see their calling and purpose; the need for delegating authority; and key actions involved in the process.

A photographer from a well-known national magazine was assigned to cover the fires at Yellowstone National Park. The magazine wanted to show some of the heroic work of the fire fighters as they battled the blaze. When the photographer arrived, he realized that the smoke was so thick that it would ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Deeper Calling Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 2, 2012

Loving your neighbor as yourself is not longer the standard Jesus calls us to. Let us see what He calls us to do.

A Trip to Hell (Preached first on 15/06/08, Sunday) Text: Rev. 20:15 Introduction Often the word “hell” is thrown around casually like it was no big deal. Many people even joke about Hell. Some have been heard saying that they didn’t mind going to Hell, because all of their favorite film ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Value Of A Man

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Jun 28, 2012

The value of a man from God's perspective. Preached on Father's Day.

The Value of a Man Genesis 18:19 Albert Einstein said, “The value of a man resides in what he gives and not in what he is capable of receiving.” Today, I want to talk to you about the value of a man. That includes Father’s of course. And I’m going to refer to the value ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:19

Denomination: Wesleyan

The One Door Of It All Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 2, 2012

As the Good Shepherd, Jesus is the ONE DOOR that brings protection and provisions for the sheep of his pasture.

1. Candid Camera and Shepherd Story The “Candid Camera” TV show went to an exclusive prep school where all of the students were well above average. The “Candid Camera” people posed as career consultants who were going to advise these brilliant young men concerning the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Best Laid Plans. . . Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 14, 2012

We may think we have everything under control but a great sin is omitting the reality of God and his leadership in our lives.

1. Lighthouse and Battleship There was an officer in the Navy who had always dreamed of commanding a battleship. He finally achieved that dream and was given commission of the newest and proudest ship in the fleet. One stormy night, as the ship plowed through the seas, the captain was on duty on ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Drop Dead Fred Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 1, 2007

Exposition of Acts 5:1-6, about the results of Ananias and Sapphira’s lies upon the church

Text: Acts 5:1-16, Title: Drop Dead Fred, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/2/07 A. Opening illustration: Tell about that Church of God evangelist praying at the invitation…At the end of the island I noticed a small green frog. He was exactly half in and half out of the water. He was a very small frog with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Rebuilder's Burden Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 1, 2007

Exposition of Neh 1 about hte burden that Nehemiah had for the Kingdom of God

Text: Nehemiah 1:1-11, Title: A Rebuilder’s Burden, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/26/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Al Green’s perspective on rebuilding Bay St. Louis, B. Background to passage: Recount briefly the historical setting of the captivity, and the returns of Ezra and Nehemiah under the reign of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Spreading The Joy

Contributed by Neil Uebergang on Dec 17, 2012

Every now and then someone becomes inconsolable because of loss and grief or trauma. The question we are going to be considering throughout this message is 'How do we comfort ourselves let alone someone else in the face of increasing amounts of "Joy-Buste

Spreading the Joy 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Is Just The Beginning Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Jan 6, 2013

Christmas shouldn't be the end of the season but just the beginning for us

Christ is Just the Beginning Luke 2:1-7 When will you begin to take down your Christmas decorations? In our family, my wife begins no later than December 28th. The reality is that the decorations may come down but I’m responsible for dragging the tree upstairs to the attic and so it may stay ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Things You Should Teach

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 13, 2013

To enumerate the things we should teach.

I. EXORDIUM: What do you need to teach? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the things we should teach. IV. TEXT: Titus 2:15 (Amplified Bible) Tell [them all] these things. Urge (advise, encourage, warn) and rebuke with full authority. Let no one despise or ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Revelation Of God's Wrath Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Mar 21, 2019

God's Righteousness is revealed in the Gospel. God's wrath is revealed in man's ungodliness and unrighteousness.

New Sermon series starts today, “The Wrath of God.” Why such a subject? When I look at the world and I see atrocities. People cheering when they pass a law in NY allowing abortions up to the day of birth. A state Governor advocating for post birth abortion (think about that). Biological men ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Being Intentional: The Parable Of The Ten Virgins. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 9, 2021

A passage of teaching at the Fiji Officers councils 2021. This led to a discussion about what is the good oil that fuels our ministry and keeps us intentional.

Being intentional: The parable of the ten virgins. Matthew 25:1-13 At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise. The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Love’s Response To Hate

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

Jesus was our Savior on the cross, but He was also our Judge, and He forgave us and all mankind for the sins that are sins of omission. These are sins we are not aware of and so we can never confess. Jesus forgave these along with all other sins.

One of the most diabolical criminals of his day, and the first big time American gangster, was also a very impressive pulpit orator. John Murrell as a youth was caught for horse stealing, and after a public whipping he was sent to prison. He declared eternal vengeance upon society for this, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Patriotic In Prayer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

Paul is saying that no Christian can stay out of politics. If you are obligated to pray for politicians then you are involved on the highest level. The only way to stay out of politics is to stay out of the will of God on this issue of prayer for your leaders.

Paul was a man of authority who respected the authority of others. In Acts 23 it is recorded that he was struck on the mouth, and he began to rebuke the one who did it. Those who were near by asked, "Would you revile God's high priest?" Paul answered, "I did not know brethren ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8