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Ananias Sent To Saul

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

Ananias is here ordered to go and look after him, to heal and help him; for he that causeth grief will have compassion.

Ananias is here ordered to go and look after him, to heal and help him; for he that causeth grief will have compassion. A native of Damascus; for it is said <Acts 22:12> that he had a good report of all the Jews who dwelt there, as a devout man according to the law; he had lately embraced the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Immutability Of God

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 21, 2004

In a world kept chaotic by change, you will eventually discover that this is one of the most precious qualities of God. He doesn’t change.

TEXT: Malachi 3:6a TITLE: THE IMMUTABILITY OF GOD (A God Who Does Not Change) In a world kept chaotic by change, you will eventually discover that this is one of the most precious qualities of God. He doesn’t change. Do you ever feel like just holding up your hands and screaming, “Time out!” ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Provides Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

God provides for Israel in the Wildenness

Big Question - Who do you trust? Care - Provision, Protection Choose the wrong one and you will be sorry Protect the wrong thing and you will be sorry Matt. 10:28 Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but can’t kill the soul. Instead, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Relationships That Work Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 18, 2004

God’s model for marriage, principles for parenting, and way in the workplace are explored in this practical message.

INTRODUCTION During the rehearsal for a wedding the bride was nervous and had trouble getting the details right on how to walk down the aisle. Her pastor took her aside to give her some advice. He told her when you enter the church tomorrow, you will be will be walking down the same aisle you’ve ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Be Afraid; Just Believe

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 28, 2005

PENTECOST 6(B) - Jesus comforts believers concerning the fear of death by saying: "Do not be afraid; just believe", as he reminds believers of the certainty of eternal life.

DO NOT BE AFRAID; JUST BELIEVE (Outline) MARK 5:21-24; 35-43 - June 26, 2005 - PENTECOST 6 INTRO: One of mankind’s great fears is the fear of the unknown. Very often many people get them-selves overly excited about the uncertainty of the future. Many worry about the things that might happen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Lutheran

We All Got One – Is Yours Too Big? Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 15, 2004

According to Scripture the “ego control mechanism” is the Word of God – the Bible. Uncontrolled egos have a way of slipping out in our speech. This message looks at 3 “slips of the tongue” regarding our ego.

WE ALL GOT ONE – IS YOURS TOO BIG? Romans 12:3 Romans 12:3 For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you. INTRODUCTION: What ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3, Psalm 19:4

Denomination: Baptist

Thou Anointest My Head With Oil

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 1, 2008

A closer look at Psalm 23 verse 5 Thou anointest my head with oil

Psalm 23 The psalm is probably one of the most famous and best loved of the psalms. It has brought comfort and support to many over the centuries Story: Some years ago a famous actor was giving an after dinner speech. He asked his audience if there was any famous poem that they would like him ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

"Lord, Increase Our Faith"

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 5, 2007

A sermon for the 19th Sunday after Pentecost, Series C, Proper 22

19th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 22] October 7, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you sent your Son into our world to reveal your will and grace for our lives. But we confess that we have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Stumbling Block Vs Steppin Stone?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 13, 2003

It may take a crucified individual to take a crucified church to the feet of a crucified Savior.

STUMBLING BLOCK VS STEPPING STONE --- MORE THAN A CONQUEROR? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 2 Timothy 1 :12 For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3, 2 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

So That They May Know Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 15, 2008

No. 7 in a series of 8 messages on the church covenant dealing with our care for one another

Text: 1 John 3:11-18, Title: So That They May Know, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/7/08, PM A. Opening illustration: read first half of letter on p. 90 MacArthur Comm Acts 1-12 B. Background to passage: John is writing to a church involved in a split with its roots in theology. He wrote the book to salvage ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth Reaping (In The Field) Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010

God directs our paths and turns our trials into blessings; He works behind the scenes in Ruth chapter two. Ruth doesn't despair but gets to work.

The tragic atmosphere of Ruth chapter one changes dramatically in chapter two. In the opening verses we see Ruth undaunted by her plight. She could have chosen Naomi’s despair and bitterness, but instead she looks to God’s provision as she heads for the fields. Ruth wasn’t a ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Congregational

A Heart For The Lord

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Nov 16, 2011

Do the so called transparent barriers that we construct between ourselves and God’s word provide enough safety from God’s wrath?

A Heart for the Lord Readings: Matthew 15:1-20 15:1-20pp -- Mk 7:1-23 1 Then some Pharisees and teachers of the law came to Jesus from Jerusalem and asked, 2 "Why do your disciples break the tradition of the elders? They don't wash their hands before they eat!" 3 Jesus replied, "And why do you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Collision Of Life And Truth

Contributed by Monty Mora on Dec 7, 2011

The Parable of the Prodigal Son brings people to place where, “Their life and His truth collide”.

Title: The Collision of Life and Truth Text: Luke 15:1-31 Theme: The Parable of the Prodigal Son Introduction A Parable is a short story that conveys a moral truth in a person’s life. Every parable (1) sketches a setting, (2) describes an action & (3) shows a result. Most parables contain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Grace At Work 15 - Pastor Teacher2 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 23, 2013

Ministry Gifts - Pastor Teacher The What - The pastor, elder, is to shepherd God’s flock; an underling of the Chief Shepherd. The How - The shepherding God’s flock is accomplished by the teaching of God’s Word.

Dakota Community Church February 24, 2013 Grace at Work - 15 Pastor Teacher 2 Ephesians 4:11-13 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13

Denomination: Mennonite

Points Of Aim

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 25, 2013

Exposition of John

Text: John 12:27-36, Title: Points of Aim, Date/Place: NRBC, 2.24.13, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: Continuing in John with the final teachings of Christ. The Christian life is about loving Christ, and engaging Christ, so we look now at the continuation of his teaching ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-36

Denomination: Baptist