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Get Your Weather Report Here

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 5, 2006

1- We must interpret the times, not the seasons 2- We must beware of the yeast, not the bread 3- We must cling to the rock, not the sand

INTRO.- ILL.- It was autumn, and the Indians on the remote reservation asked their new Chief if the winter was going to be cold or mild. Since he was a new Indian Chief in a modern society, he had never been taught the old secrets, and when he looked at the sky, he couldn’t tell what the weather ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-20, Matthew 17:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

New Wine In Old Skins Series

Contributed by Eric Carey-Holt on Feb 12, 2003

Jesus prayed and relied on the Holy Spirit for every change. Even at the times of Christ’s greatest popularity He knew that only the Spirit produces lasting change.

NEW CLOTHES ON OLD COAT__ MATT 9:16-17 NEW WINE IN OLD SKIN__LUKE 5: 36-39 TEXT. Luke 5:36 “He told them this parable: "No one tears a patch from a new garment and sews it on an old one. If he does, he will have torn the new garment, and the patch from the new will not match the old. 37 And no one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:16-17, Luke 5:36-39

Denomination: Methodist

Paul's Rebuke (Lesson 1) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jul 2, 2020

To establish that Paul rebuked Peter for walking not uprightly before the church. When men from James came to Antioch, Peter withdrew and separated himself from eating with the Gentiles, for fear of the circumcision. This same fear exists today, among believers and leaders in the Lord’s church.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Paul’s Rebuke Remarks. 1. This is lesson 1, in the sermon-series entitled: “He walked not uprightly.” This sermon deals with an important truth to be heard again by the church, and maybe for the first time the religious world. There may come a time, and today is that time; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-5, Galatians 2:11-21, Acts 15:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship Like A Girl! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 28, 2009

It is an insult that is still used today on playgrounds across the globe. Little boys testing their strength and dexterity against one another revert back to this proverbial slap in the face by throwing down the gauntlet of this time proven stab. However

“Like a Girl” Part 4 – Worship Like A Girl I. Introduction One of the greatest insults you could say to a guy is that you throw like a girl, run like a girl but over the next few weeks I want to reevaluate what was once an insult and make it instead a challenge. Fight like a girl. Pray like a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Accuser Of The Brethren Series

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 26, 2001

An exhortation to forgive the brethren

Accuser of the Brethren - Part 1 I do not know about you, but I make a lot of mistakes. In fact, I sin. I spend quite a bit of time in prayer telling God what He already knows about my failures, fumbles, and foolish sins. I do not waste my time thinking I am perfect because that would be a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Revelation 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

Your Purpose For Being Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 19, 2004

3rd in series of 5 messages. Five humble men discovered their purpose because they were willing to understand that there is more to life than fish

Living the Good Life Jesus came for one purpose John 10:10b “…I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Learning about Living the Good Life Finding the Source of Significance – John 1:1-13 Satisfying the Hunger for Approval – John 1:14-34 Discovering Your Purpose for Being – ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Bring About Change As Jesus Did - Luke 5:15,16

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How To Bring About Change As Jesus Did - Luke 5:15,16

How To Bring About Change As Jesus Did - Luke 5:15,16 Quote: Some people will change when they see the light. Others change only when they feel the heat. Traditional. Quote: Everything continues in a state of rest unless it is compelled to change by forces impressed upon it. Issac Newton, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Forgive Me For My Sins Series

Contributed by Brian Chandler on Jul 21, 2011

Asking God's forgiveness in prayer.

Get Connected: A Daily Pattern for Prayer “God Forgive Me for My Sins” Week 4 Matthew 6:12 We are learning what it means to pray to God and how to be more effective in our prayer life so that our prayers are not hindered but answered. The Lord is teaching us from Matthew chapter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

There Is One Path To Glory (John 12:12-26) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 23, 2022

And it's through the cross, not the crowds.

Let's start today by simply rereading our passage from last week, John 11:55-12:11. This will help us remember where we are in the gospel of John: (55) Now, the Passover of the Judeans was near, and many went up to Jerusalem from the surrounding area before the Passover, in order that they ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-26, Zechariah 9:9

The Day The Stone Cried Out!

Contributed by James Owens on Aug 29, 2001

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ causes the stone of His tomb to proclaim, "He is risen!"

“The Day The Stone Cried Out!” Text: Luke 19:37- 40 Matthew 27:57- 60 Introduction: The Triumphant Entry of the King! 1. Jesus was here at the height of His popularity.  Healing the sick, cleansing the lepers, raising the dead, etc.  Even after His statement in John 6 – It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-60, Luke 19:37-40

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Jesus Respected People's Freedom To Choose

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

God created everyone with a free will to choose between good and evil.

God created everyone with a free will to choose between good and evil. No where in the gospels is there any example of Jesus trying to force a person to go against their individual will. Jesus knew that a person convinced against his will is of the same opinion still. All Christians have the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Your Responsibility

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 25, 2002

We can’t gussy up our attitudes or actions to make them seem righteous on the outside and think that we are pleasing God. It’s much better to be transparent and let God deal with you, than try to hide sin under a pretty blanket.

The latest answer when you are caught making a mistake, doing something wrong – even breaking the law is: There was an error in judgment. Not, I goofed, or I’m guilty – but an error in judgment was made. That goes right along with this one: "I assume responsibility for all of my actions, except the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-65

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How God Works In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 7, 2020

1. He teaches us to wait on the Lord (vs. 33; 36-37). 2. He leads us to live the right way (vs. 34). 3. He helps us to witness for Him (vs. 34-35). 4. He works on our weaknesses (vs. 36-38).

How God Works in Our Lives The Gospel of John John 13:33-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 19, 2017 (Revised January 7, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 13. Most of you know that in this chapter God's Word has moved forward to the night before the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:33-38

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Lost Coin Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Jun 5, 2005

Part of the series on the Parables of Jesus - The Parable of the Coin

Parable of the Coin – Grace 8 • We move on from the Parables of the Kingdom to the Parables of Grace • One point I should make before we go any further • The parables of Jesus are not just cute stories that He told. As with all His teaching and actions they contain the words of life • We need to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:24-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Elvis Has Left The Building Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 6, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke 14: 7 – 11

Luke 14: 7 – 11 Elvis Has Left The Building 7 So He told a parable to those who were invited, when He noted how they chose the best places, saying to them: 8 “When you are invited by anyone to a wedding feast, do not sit down in the best place, lest one more honorable than you be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel