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The Name Above All Names Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 13, 2025

| 803 views

Based on Philippians 2:5-11 - Challenges hearers to consider the power of the name of Jesus.

“THE NAME ABOVE ALL NAMES” Philippians 2:5-11 FBCF – 5/11/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – In 1950, the great Scottish American preacher Peter Marshall stood before the United States Senate & share this: “The modern challenge to motherhood is the eternal challenge – that of being a godly woman. The very ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Principles In Responding To Donald Trump's Victory

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 9, 2024

based on 1 rating

| 1,780 views

Presidential elections often bring divisions in many countries and sadly churches. Friendships and fellowship are damaged. How should we respond to Trump's victory according to the biblical principles?

DONALD J. TRUMP has officially won the 2024 ELECTION in AMERICA with a landslide victory (he won both the "popular vote" and the "electoral college"). He defeated Vice President Kamala Harris who received more campaign funds and extraordinary support from the mass media and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:21, 1 Corinthians 3:4-7, Jeremiah 17:5, Isaiah 2:22, 1 Timothy 2:1-3, Ephesians 6:12, John 10:10, 1 Corinthians 3:3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guidance

Contributed by Warren Bird on Dec 15, 2002

based on 65 ratings

| 16,715 views

How does God guide us in the decisions we have to make? This sermon provides an outline of a Biblical model of guidance, using Colossians 3.

Introduction I don’t suppose many of you are old enough to remember the original TV Quiz Show, “Pick-a-Box”. It was hugely successful back in the very early days of television in Australia in the 1950’s and 60’s – so, yes, all the episodes were in black and white. The big moments in “Pick-a-Box” ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17, Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Before I Die

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 27, 2002

based on 76 ratings

| 6,656 views

Why does Luke include the story of Simeon in his gospel? Four lessons based on his cameo appearance.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - All scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - What do you most want to do before you die? Hike the Grand Canyon? Run the Boston Marathon? Have grandchildren? Win $315 million in the lottery? What do you have to do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: *other

Cloth Tearer Or Net Mender?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 14, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 5,312 views

We all know that division causes problems - but where does it really come from? Paul gives us insights and warnings that any one of us could be the cause of division in our church. Find out the qualities of a good and bad leader.

For an audio copy of this message, go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com 10 I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought. First off, I like how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Day Of The Living Dead

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Feb 26, 2001

based on 91 ratings

| 3,160 views

Worship is an act of total commitmentresulting in a life which is continually transformed

Day of the Living Dead Introduction Soren Kierkegaard described Christian worship as a performance in which God is the audience, the congregation is the performer, and those who stand up before the congregation (preachers, readers, choir, soloists) are the prompters. Someone has suggested that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

From Saving And Managing To Redeeming Time

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Nov 15, 2000

based on 306 ratings

| 22,340 views

We tend to focus on saving and managing time, but God calls us to redeem time.

FROM SAVING AND MANAGING TO REDEEMING TIME In a lifetime the average North American will spend: Six months sitting at stoplights Eight months opening junk mail One year looking for misplaced objects 2 years unsuccessfully returning phone calls 5 years waiting in line 6 years eating 21 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16, Philippians 4:5

Denomination: Methodist

Victory Celebration

Contributed by Steve Heartsill on Nov 22, 2000

based on 171 ratings

| 25,811 views

Celebrating the goodness of God

VICTORY CELEBRATION Psalm 149 A chauffeur in a big, black, limousine, was sailing down the interstate at 105 miles an hour. A State Trooper pulled him over, got out, leaned into the window of the car and said, "Do you realize that you were going 105 miles an hour?" The chauffeur said, "Yes sir, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 149:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Beware

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 29, 2002

based on 7 ratings

| 6,127 views

When things seem to be going well.....BEWARE....this is exactly the time when satan lulls us into a sense of false security...only to spring his wicked traps.

BEWARE ILLUSTRATION: Look at the beautiful bird sitting on the tree limb...soaking in the sunshine...singing such a beautiful song. This bird seems so, at peace, with everything. She seems to have a full belly and a beautiful day awaits her...BAM...CRASH! 1. The lights go out...the cat got ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Shall We Cast Our Burdens?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 5, 2003

based on 29 ratings

| 13,004 views

We all carry many pressures, strains and burdens, how shall we deal with all this negative attack? God invites us to bring it all to Him.

WHERE ARE YOU GOING TO CAST YOUR CARES? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Psa. 55:22 Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee; He shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. KJV: Luke 21:14 Settle it therefore in your hearts, not to meditate before what ye ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:22, Luke 21:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Have Yourself A Selfish Little Christmas

Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 19, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 3,068 views

Christmas has come to be the most self-centered holiday of the year - which is truly ironic considering the real meaning of Christmas - bringing God-centered life to the world. Student ministry PowerPoint format.

[HAVE YOURSELF A SELFISH LITTLE CHRISTMAS] Slide graphics – Christmas Grinch. Slide Verses – This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 1 John 4:10 The meaning of Christmas, I think you would agree, has changed over the years. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Issue

Contributed by Juan Lane on May 27, 2005

based on 49 ratings

| 41,086 views

We should all realize that we all have issues

What Is Your Issue Scripture Reference: Mark 5:25-34 (KJV) Mark 5:25-34 25 And a certain woman, which had an issue of blood twelve years, 26 And had suffered many things of many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse, 27 When she had heard ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 1, 2004

based on 94 ratings

| 23,660 views

Many people have questions they would like to ask God. One of the biggest questions is why does God allow bad things to happen to good people. We will examine why God allows bad things to happen.

“Questions For God: Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?” Introduction: John was just 31 years old; he was a new father, and a dedicated Christian. He seemed to have everything going for him. John had a great family, a beautiful wife, and he loved them dearly. One day on his way to work ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Apprentice Series

Contributed by Ric Freeman on May 2, 2004

based on 16 ratings

| 8,421 views

loosely based on "the Travelers Gift" by Andy Andrews

The Apprentice April 18, 2004 AM Psalm 25:1-14 There is much talk right now about another of the reality type TV shows called the "Apprentice. It stars Donald Trump -- the billionaire -- And it gives young men and women a chance to work under him and possibly land a really nice job. And of course ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Two Luring Ladies Series

Contributed by Rob Jansons on Apr 10, 2007

based on 1 rating

| 5,289 views

Introduction to the book of Proverbs, along with a "dramatic" reading which personifies lady wisdom and madame folly.

We are looking at the book of Proverbs this fall, and wisdom literature (which includes more than just the proverbs). Last weeks sermon condensed into a proverb (non-biblical) “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.” (When talking about my family, they used the word: “nut”) And the greek ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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