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What Kind Of Soil Are You?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 27, 2002

based on 119 ratings

| 21,255 views

In life, just like in a garden, there are different kinds of soil. The kind of soil you are will determine how God can impact your life.

Matthew 13:1-23 What Kind of Soil Are You? I’m not a gardener, nor do I play one on TV – but my wife is. And I’ve tilled around a bit – and dug into the soil we have around our house to put in sprinklers and the like. It’s bad stuff – with lots of clay. I have learned the clay doesn’t grow things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Prayer, Power, And Personal Problems Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 2, 2003

based on 9 ratings

| 7,234 views

Many of our interpersonal problems are actually personal, the resulting of feeling weak. Paul’s strategy was to pray for those with whom he had conflict, and that helped him become whole. The cross demonstrates the power of weakness. For Reformation Su

When we are in trouble, our first instinct is to pray. And that’s right. That’s as it should be. The only problem is that when we are in trouble, our first instinct is to pray for ourselves. And that’s where something goes wrong. That’s our mistake. Pray for someone else, and we will discover ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-10, Psalm 46:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Compassion Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 8, 2003

based on 27 ratings

| 9,017 views

The purpose of this sermon is to teach the church the importance of DOING SOMETHING with our faith and not just be hearers only and then to lead the church in praying like Nehemiah did.

Nehemiah Compassion August 10, 2003 Nehemiah 1 Intro: A. [Humor: Is That a Welcome?, Citation: Gary Shank, Olathe, Kans. "Lite Fare," Christian Reader.] Seen on a church sign: We Care About You Sundays 10 a.m. Only B. Today we are moving to the OT book of Nehemiah and in the first chapter I want ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come Into The Harvest

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 19, 2001

based on 38 ratings

| 10,720 views

Every believer is called to reap the harvest by using spiritual gifts God has given.

What a privilege and honor to be called and used by God to do His will. Our calling is not to put our focus on this earth, nor is it to make the world a better place. Our calling is to follow Jesus Christ on a pilgrimage to heaven. In doing so, we will also fulfill God’s purpose for our life along ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-36, Luke 9:37-44

Denomination: Baptist

Where Do We Go From Here? Series

Contributed by William Jewett on Nov 27, 2001

based on 44 ratings

| 8,157 views

part 4 of our series on worship as a lifestyle not an event or place

God is the Audience of My Worship Gordon Dahl said, "Most middle-class Americans tend to worship their work, work at their play, and play at their worship." William Temple, the renowned archbishop of Canterbury, defined worship as quickening the conscience by the holiness of God, feeding the mind ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

Denomination: *other

Extreme Privilege Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

based on 47 ratings

| 5,436 views

In order to be a world changer, I must be willing to lay down my life daily through intimacy with God. Part 2 of a series called "How to Change Your World"

How to Change Your World – Part 2 October 21, 2001 Public School 279 in Brooklyn, New York has used the Internet to post some ways that their elementary students believe they could make the world a better place. A student named C.J. says…I would make the world a better place by trying to make ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Does Environment Matter?”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 21, 2001

based on 199 ratings

| 10,865 views

Year A. December 30, 2001 Matthew 2: 13-23 Title: “Does environment matter?”

Year A. December 23, 2001 Matthew 2: 13-23 Title: “Does environment matter?” Joseph flees to Egypt with Jesus and Mary because Herod is out to kill the child Jesus. When safe, they return and take up residence in Nazareth. If Joseph or Mary or both, had told Jesus stories of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 22, 2001

based on 36 ratings

| 8,614 views

The birth is miraculous, the blessing is salvation, and the beauty is Christ.

The Birth of Christ Luke 2:1-14 INTRO.- ILL.- A boy said to his friend, "Does your baby brother talk yet?" His buddy replied, "He doesn’t have to. He gets everything he wants by yelling." Babies will be babies, won’t they? Babies come in all varieties, shapes, sizes and weights, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Receive Freely Or Fairly

Contributed by Michael Semon on Nov 8, 2002

based on 4 ratings

| 3,123 views

God’s relationship with you is the template for how you are to have relationships with others.

A successful relationship begins with several characteristics that when placed together form a beautiful tapestry of growth, strength and health. These characteristics include: self-regulation, "going in the other direction," facing your anxiety, receiving freely, relationship continuum, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:6

Denomination: Baptist

Answering The Call (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 7, 2000

based on 74 ratings

| 5,172 views

This sermon is part 2 and looks at the how complacency weakens our faith and how works are essential for spiritual growth.

Answering The Call (Part II) Consequences of Complacency 2 Samuel 11: 1 It happened in the spring of the year, at the time when kings go out to battle, that David sent Joab and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the people of Ammon and besieged Rabbah. But David remained ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16, 2 Samuel 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Changes Ii; What We Are

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Nov 8, 2000

based on 74 ratings

| 4,626 views

Sermon on changes that must take place in a believers life.

CHANGES II; WHAT WE ARE TITUS 3:3 One word that is very popular now a days is “change”. We have elected a new president, and with that there will be change. Some say the change will be good, others still say that the change will be bad. Many people desire change, I would even go so far ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Bible Church

Will The Real Jesus Please Stand Up. Series

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Jan 22, 2004

based on 47 ratings

| 5,081 views

The first in a series on the life of Jesus through the book of John. Many things influence our perception of Jesus. This sermon attempts to open our eyes to the real Jesus vs. the Jesus we may have perceived him to be.

Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up John 1:1-18 The other day as I sat at my desk I was talking on the phone, communicating by Instant Messenger and answering email all at the same time. I also had the radio playing in the background. It was during this time that I glanced down at my Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Connect The Dots Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 2, 2004

based on 30 ratings

| 5,945 views

Learn some keys to continuing the connection factor in this practical message on fellowship.

Connect the Dots Keys to Continuing the Connection 11/12/03 I. Introduction In a seminary Missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guard Duty

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jun 12, 2006

based on 104 ratings

| 18,619 views

A message on the nature of the heart and how crucial it is to protect it and fill it with Scripture.

Trinity Baptist Church May 28, 2006 Guard Duty Proverbs 4:23 Imagine a mountain village sitting at a high elevation. The little village is situated such that its water resources are very limited. Aside from collected rain water, it has only one source -- a sparkling clear, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

Will The Real Jesus Please Stand Up? Series

Contributed by Keith Miller on Jul 6, 2006

based on 20 ratings

| 8,345 views

This sermon looks at Psalm 2 for the purpose of addressing the divinity, sovereignty, majesty, and kingship of Jesus Christ in an effort to show just how awesome Jesus Christ really is.

Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up? Psalm 2 Introduction We have discussed the history of the Bible, we have looked at the role of women in the church, and last week we reflected on what Jesus actually said about Himself. I want to read one final quote from Dan Brown’s book then wrap this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

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