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Learning To Obey

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 6, 2005

Learn from the experience of Joseph what it means to trust God and obey Him.

There is one scene that is often seen during Christmas – the scene of the manger, with two adults standing by and a baby lying in the manger. We see that put up in many shopping malls, printed on Christmas cards. When we look at Joseph and Mary, what do we see? We see two very obedient people. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

David, God's Man

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Oct 7, 2006

This sermon takes us in a deep look at the story of David and the gaint, and a veiw of his heart.

DAVID, GODS MAN 1 Samuel 17 LETS VEIW THIS CHAPTER TOGETHER. THE STORY OF DAVID AND Goliath CONSIDER SOME THOUGHTS. #1· Think of a giant as anything that bullies or controls a person, family, or church. · #2 What are some of the giants that Christian men face? · #3 What are some giants ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-58

Denomination: Church Of God

Spring Training

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 6, 2003

Life is our spring training that is preparing us for the season that lies ahead.

Spring Training Every year in February, baseball players head to Arizona and Florida to prepare for the upcoming baseball season. They gather to stretch muscles, practice their skills, get in shape, and work on the fundamentals to help them play together as a team. Pitchers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

See The Glory Of The Coming Lord

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 19, 2007

Advent 2(B) - See the glory of the coming Lord. I. Hear God’s gracious comfort. II. Prepare the desert highway. III. Believe his everlasting word.

SEE THE GLORY OF THE COMING LORD (Outline) December 9, 2007 - ADVENT 2 - Isaiah 40:1-8 INTRO: Another week has quickly passed. We draw ever quicker and closer to the blessed celebration of the baby Jesus born in Bethlehem. In the midst of Jesus’ humble birth we look and see the glory of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Taking God For Granted Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 14, 2007

To remind the people the importance of thanking the Lord for all things.

Title: Taking God for Granted Theme: To remind the people the importance of thanking the Lord for all things. Text: Luke 17:11-19 Luke 17:11. And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. 12 And as he entered into a certain village, there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Pathway Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 9, 2008

The paths that we choose today, will determine our final destination.

The Pathway 2 Peter 1:1-11 Intro In my office, I have a poem by Edgar A. Guest, about the roads we take in life. The easy roads are crowded and the level roads are jammed; the pleasant little rivers with the drifting folks are crammed. But off yonder, where it’s rocky, where you get a better ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Relating Righteously Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Nov 17, 2008

Husbands, wives, children, employees, and employers listen up!

Ephesians 5:22-6:9: Relating Righteously Pastor Eric J. Hanson November 16, 2008 Introduction Last time we left off with a verse that sets the tone for today’s message. Verse 21 of Ephesians 5 commands all followers of Jesus Christ to “submit to one another”. What is our motivation for this? The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preventing An Epidemic Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Tonight I believe the Lord is asking us to help prevent an epidemic. This epidemic is not just simply sin, although it is sin. This epidemic is dangerous and deadly. This epidemic not only affects you, but also can potentially bring destruction to the

James 5:13-20 13Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. 14Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Know Your Deeds

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Are you spiritually dead or alive? Your "deeds" answer for themselves.

Revelation 3:1b-3 “I know your deeds, you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not found your deeds complete in the sight of my God. Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; obey it, and repent. But ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bright Hope For Dark Days, Pt. 3

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Aug 16, 2008

Rock solid faith is needed for the dark days we live in and I believe that rock solid faith helps to bring light to anyone’s life – no matter what! Please don’t think of strong faith as a nicety for life, but rather a necessity for life!

Matthew 17:20 “If you have faith…nothing will be impossible for you.” VIDEO Warren Wiersbe said, “It’s not the fact of life that determines hope, but the faith of life.” Rock solid faith is needed for the dark days we live in and I believe that rock solid faith helps to bring light to anyone’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: Our Indiscrible Gift

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 9, 2008

❶. Indiscernible in its Treasure ❷. Indiscernible in its Measure ❸. Indiscernible in its Pleasure

2 Corinthians 9:15KJV 15 Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift. America’s Funniest Home Videos, a young boy was shown on Christmas morning. He came down to see a large present beside the tree and ran over to tear it open to see what was inside. The paper went flying and suddenly he broke ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

Conquer Or Cope?

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Dec 26, 2008

The best way to conquer the crisis is to cling to God together as a church.

Most of us if not all are facing the new year with fear. We hear a lot nowadays that we would really feel the crunch of the global financial crisis as we enter the new year. We monitor the news and watch the stock exchange reports flatline. It looked like the heart monitor reading of a person who ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 2 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Apr 18, 2008

Genesis verse-by-verse

Genesis 2 Have you ever looked at a beautiful sculpture and just marveled at it’s beauty? You know, you’re looking at a statue or a sculpture, realizing that at one time it was just a big block of stone or an awkward lump of clay, but now it stands as a work of art filled with amazing detail and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:6-19

Denomination: Baptist

Showing Your Faith?

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Apr 21, 2008

A sermon for the 6th Sunday of Easter

Sixth Sunday of Easter John 14:15-21 Showing your Faith? 15* ¶ "If you love me, you will keep my commandments. 16* And I will pray the Father, and he will give you another Counselor, to be with you for ever, 17* even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Heroes #2: Run Towards Your Giant Series

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Jul 12, 2008

David, the shepherd boy, was a young person who knew God, was strong in the Lord, and had great adventures. His victory over the giant Goliath is an example for us as to how we can overcome the giant troubles and problems in our lives.

HEROES #2: RUNNING TOWARDS YOUR GIANT INTRO TO TOPIC: Review last week. Although Jesus is the world’s greatest superhero, God is calling every one of us to be heroes as well. Heroes are made when you make a choice – will you be a hero? KEY TEXT: Daniel 11:32b. “But the people who know ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Denomination: *other