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"The Church Goes Viral" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Nov 29, 2013

I want to make the illustration of what it means to go viral on the internet. This happens all the time because people of our generation practically live on the web. As we continue in Acts chapter 11 we see that the church had already grown very rapidly.

There’s a saying online when something gets really popular, that it goes “viral”. Not too long ago there a was 4 minute video posted on Youtube by a fellow named Jefferson Bethke. It was poem entitled, “Why I hate religion but Love Jesus”. In less than two years it was ...read more

Heaven As It Is Now Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2011

Heaven as it is now is not Heaven as it is yet going to be This is an instructional message regarding the developing nature of Heaven as it is right now

Ephesians 4:8-10; Hebrews 11:39-40 Intro: What would a series on Heaven be without a few “Gates of Heaven” stories? 3 men died – a doctor, a school teacher, and the head of a large HMO. Each was called forward. The Doctor first. “What did you do on earth?” I healed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reality Of Joy

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 28, 2023

What is Biblical Joy? Throughout the New Testament, we are encouraged to be joyful and to rejoice. But does that mean that we always have to be happy?

The question that Paul seems to be trying to answer for most of this passage of scripture is, how Jewish do you have to be to be a Christian? It was the question of whether or not Christians had to follow all of the Jewish regulations and guidelines was an ongoing debate throughout the New ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Giving Generously Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 2, 2023

When we give with thanksgiving in our hearts and with faith that the Lord will provide us with our basic needs such an act is truly a sweet aroma unto the Lord!

Generous Giving Philippians 4:10-20 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Sitting in a dark dreary prison for five years, chained to a Praetorian Guard, totally reliant on others for the necessities of life and yet still have an attitude of unspeakable joy, would require an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Deviled Ham

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Mar 30, 2023

Almost as soon as those devils entered those pigs, the whole herd of deviled ham ran down into the sea and drowned themselves.

Have you ever been in the presence of real evil? Now, I’m not talking about someone who cut you off in traffic or someone else who may have cheated you in some way. I’m not talking about that person on your friends list who’s a raging liberal (or ultra conservative, as the case may be) who’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

#6 Jesus Begins His Ministry Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 26, 2020

Stories of preachers' first sermons that were massive fails are legendary. Most preachers had a shaky start to their ministries. Not so Jesus. This sermon examines two important things He did to launch His earthly ministry.

#6 Jesus Begins His Ministry Series: Mark Chuck Sligh January 26, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please turn in your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Living Humbly

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

The importance of Humility

Living Humbly - 1 Peter 2b July 13, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 2. We want to continue on in our study of the book of 1 Peter. Remember that Peter is writing to give practical help to Christians dealing with daily problems. He starts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Questions And Answers In Jesus Day: How Long Has This Been Happening? Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 16, 2015

Questions and Answers in Jesus Day: How Long Has This Been Happening? - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OULINE: Cause of failure - Prayer ignored (vs 28-29) Result of failure - Power obstructed (vs 14-18) Cure for failure - Priority given (vs 17-27) SERMONBODY: Key verse 21: (N.I.V.): “Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-20

Denomination: Brethren

God Saves A Toughened Heart Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 9, 2017

Have you ever known someone you though was a “tough case” when it came to believing in Christ? The conversion of the tough Roman jailor in Philippi shows that even the tough cases can be saved by a Christian faith that is real.

God Saves a Toughened Heart Series: Acts Chuck Sligh May 7, 2017 TEXT: Turn in your Bibles to Acts 16 NOTE: A PowerPoint or ProPresenter 6 slide presentation is available for this sermon upon request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Adapted from a sermon by Jerry Shirley on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Riding Out The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Nick S Panico on May 20, 2016

In all our lives we must face storms. Sudden and unexpected winds of adversity which blow in and blow up. How do we not just survive the storm but thrive in it and through it.

“Riding Out the Storms of Life” (Mat 14:22-33 NIV) Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. {23} After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came, he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Home In His Grace; Growing In Faith (A Homecoming Service Message)

Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 26, 2024

This sermon emphasizes embracing our place in God's family, committing to spiritual growth, living as a dwelling place for His Spirit and is an invitation to find security, belonging, and love in God's grace and to continually grow in faith together as a church.

Introduction Video Ill.: Welcome Home - Playback Media I say it too: Welcome home! Home, Sweet Home By Sermon Central [(Michael P. Green. (2000). 1500 illustrations for biblical preaching (68). Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books.) From a sermon by Matthew Kratz, Hope that Stands in the Storm] Copied ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22, Ephesians 1:13-14, Psalm 18:2, 2 Peter 3:18, Luke 8:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Marriage Bed?

Contributed by David Anderson on May 3, 2001

God has provided the institution of marriage to make us better individuals living within healthier societies.

Sermon: “What Marriage Bed?” Rev. David Anderson Hebrews 13:4 I want you to take a walk with me. The day is warm, but not heavy as we walk down a small path in a flowered meadow. The grass is still wet with dew. We hear birds singing, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4, Matthew 19:5

Denomination: Lutheran

Living A Life Without Compromise

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 6, 2002

You can life a live without compromise by making several commitments.

Living A Life Without Compromise Daniel 1:1-20 The life of Daniel is the story of a young man that “Lived a Life Without Compromise.” The setting for the book of Daniel is during the third year reign of Jehoidakim king of Judah. Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon occupied the territory of Judah. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-20

Denomination: Free Methodist

"Christmas Presence"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 20, 2002

He has always been with us. A Christmas sermon

“Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and shall bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel, which translated means, ‘God with us’.” Many years ago, I saw a Sunday morning newspaper comic strip that depicted a father and son, on a snowy day, looking in the front window of a department ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Orthodox

Narnia: The Light Of The Lamp-Post Series

Contributed by Ron Hammer on Nov 28, 2005

One of the most enduring images from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is the Lamp-Post. This sermon uses that image as a springboad into the theme of light in the story of redemption.

The Light of the Lamp-Post Selected Texts “Not for me” said Peter; “I’m going to explore in the house.” Everyone agreed to this and that was how the adventures began… And shortly after that they looked into a room that was quite empty except for one big wardrobe; the sort that has a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational