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Word Of God At Thessalonica Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 29, 2004

The impact of the Word of God at Thessalonica

I Thessalonians 213-16 Just after Janet and I had started to date she went to live in France for a year. One day while I was at UUJ I was standing at the bus turning circle at the Loughshore when I noticed this girl coming towards me. I thought she looks very like Janet but it can’t be because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Unity In Diversity

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

God uses our uniqueness to build his body

“Unity in Diversity” Acts 11:19-30 Intro: Read “First EZ Church” For many of us, this is our idea of a church. Some of you might have even been scrambling for a pencil to jot down the address. But the truth is, often our churches are not what God designed for them to be. This morning, we want ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Advice For A New Beginning

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 5, 2004

The general principle stated in this passage is simple, “Be careful how you live your life.” And then we are given three important directives to consider.

“Good Advice For A New Beginning” Ephesians 5:15-17 Just one year ago a thug, dictator and mass murderer by the name of Saddam Hussein was trying to be the modern incarnation of Nebuchadnezzar, the great ruler of Babylon. He built himself opulent palaces while his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is This Man Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jun 10, 2003

Jesus teaches the disciples that the Gospel is for everyone.

Last Sunday as we shuffled Mark and Barnabas, Peter, Paul & Mary around on this stage, we learned that the book of Mark is not only an account of Jesus’ life and activity, but it is also a blueprint for the church to follow, a model for carrying out the work of the church. In Mark, you will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Brethren

Transformed Thinking About Myself Series

Contributed by Warren Bird on Feb 11, 2003

If you are a transformed and renewed Christian, how ought you to think about yourself? Soberly, neither too high nor too low; and as a servant of others.

Introduction I start this week with a brief reminder of the theme of these last few chapters of Romans – putting our faith into practice, applying God’s will in our lives. To do this properly requires us NOT to let the world squeeze us into its shape, but to have our minds shaped by God Himself. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unlimited Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 14, 2005

We have been forgiven much, therefore we must forgive others much.

Perhaps you’ve heard the story about the stubborn old farmer who was plowing his field. A neighbor who was watching as he tried to guide the mule finally said, "I don’t want to butt in, but you could save yourself a lot of work by saying "gee" and "haw," instead of jerking on the reins." The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

What's It Mean To Be Shrewd?

Contributed by Edward Frey on Oct 11, 2001

Christian shrewdness means to use earthly treasures to build heavnly friendships

Sermon Text: Luke 16:1-10 WHAT’S IT MEAN TO BE SHREWD? Do you know any shrewd characters? It all depends on our understanding of the word “shrewd”. That word seems to cause red flags to come up in our minds. Perhaps we equate shrewdness with dishonesty. We might think a businessman is shrewd ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Potential Of An Unlimited Life Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 12, 2006

To Christian "in Christ" an invitation is given to unlimited life. Unlimited life is a gift from God -- Grace, Unlimited Life comes from the presence of God -- Peace, Unlimited Life comes from our position with God -- Place (standing)

Intro: Life unlimited has Christ as its center. The false teachers in Colosse are trying to move the church from its center. Paul is teaching them how to deal with the false teachers. Colossians 2.20 “If you have died with Christ to the elementary principles of the world, why as if you were ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Which Side Of The Door? Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Apr 23, 2007

when God closes the door on the last day which side will you be left standing on?

Luke 13.22-30 The story is told of a little Jimmy who came home from school and asked his parents the following question: “Where did I come from?” Mum looks at Dad, Dad looks at Mum – the ‘birds and the bees’ moment has suddenly arrived. Mum smiles and as she leaves the room she says ‘This is a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Hope Of Healing

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 25, 2008

This is a seminar message that I prepared for a mission trip to train pastors in Mexican ministers

The Hope of Healing Selected Passages Mexico Seminar Presentation Introduction The Bible is filled with events that cannot be called anything except miraculous. There are so many that we can’t even list them all but here are just a few of the ones that come to mind. The Red Sea parts for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23-25

Denomination: Church Of God

The Mystery Of Peace

Contributed by Adeolu Akin-Abraham on Dec 2, 2009

Complete peace; inward peace and the fullness of peace is in fellowship with God. Total freedom at all times from any form of physical and spiritual harassment can only come from God.

Complete peace; inward peace and the fullness of peace is in fellowship with God. Total freedom at all times from any form of physical and spiritual harassment can only come from God. It can be argued a lot of marriages and certainly, the work environment have become battle grounds for many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Miracle Of Pentecost Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

I believe that the miracle of Pentecost is the secret to meeting the deepest longings in the church today. The one thing I hear, again and again, is a plea for power to live the Christian life.

THE MIRACLE OF PENTECOST ACTS 2:1-3 I believe that the miracle of Pentecost is the secret to meeting the deepest longings in the church today. The one thing I hear, again and again, is a plea for power to live the Christian life. And what I hear from people today is not so much a disbelief ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-3

Dealing With Your Brothers

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Mar 30, 2009

How to handle conflict. Main scripture and exposition is not addresssed until the 1/3 of the way through the messaage. Expanded outline

DEALING WITH OUR BROTHERS This past week, I had to kill a chicken. I was not happy about the situation, and Drew was even more upset. Tuesday I went out to our chicken pen to let the chickens out. Usually, all of them except some hens that might be trying to lay an egg at the time run out as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Languages Explained

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 24, 2015

Many people are mystified about the gift set having to do with speaking in unknown (to the one who is speaking) languages. This message seeks to shed some light on this interesting topic.

Heavenly Languages Explained Pastor Eric J. Hanson May 24, 2015 Today is Pentecost Sunday. This is a good time to remember what happened on the first Pentecost after the resurrection and ascension of the Lord, and to consider what these things means for us now. Let’s review Acts 1:1-14 so as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Heavenly Language

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 30, 2015

The proper uses of speaking in an unknown (to the speaker) language, both in private, and in public settings.

Heavenly Languages Explained Pastor Eric J. Hanson May 24, 2015 Today is Pentecost Sunday. This is a good time to remember what happened on the first Pentecost after the resurrection and ascension of the Lord, and to consider what these things means for us now. Let’s review Acts 1:1-14 so as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational