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  • From Hope To Faith

    Contributed by Tim Clutter on Nov 15, 2000
    based on 94 ratings
     | 6,836 views

    This sermon was for the purpose of encouraging the people in what they have been doing and to motivate them to take another step in being faithful to God by Praying, Reading Scripture and taking action by using their Spiritual Gifts.

    FROM HOPE TO FAITH The title of my sermon today is, "From Hope to Faith." From Hope to Faith. How can we get from hope to faith? We will dig into the scriptures today to see just what God asks us to do to move from having hope to having faith. Fred Rogers. Anyone know who Fred Rogers is? Fred ...read more

  • The Family, The Future Of The Church

    Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 27,056 views

    “Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord” Colossians 3:16.

    Theme: The Family, the Future of the Church Text: 1 Sam.2:18-20, 26; Col. 3:12-17; Lk.2:41-52 The celebrations ushering in the New Year tomorrow will, in effect, bring the Christmas celebrations to an end. We cannot, however, afford to forget the good news of Christ’s birth. His birth, sinless ...read more

  • Finding God In The Silence Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 19, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 11,188 views

    In considering the spiritual discipline of solitude and silence, we want to ask: 1. Why do we need solitude? 2. What are the benefits of solitude? 3. How do we move into solitude?

    We seem to be obsessed with our bodies. If you believed the commercials, you would believe that you really can lose 30 pounds in ten days while eating everything you want. Or if that doesn’t work, you can buy the Reduce-EZ girdle, and lose weight just by wearing it. If that doesn’t do it, you ...read more

  • Facing A Hostile World

    Contributed by Warren Bird on Jul 24, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,924 views

    The world is hostile to God and His people. It was to David, son of Jesse, also. How did he face spiritual opposition and what can we learn for the battle we are called to fight today?

    Introduction I read something this week that reinforced a conviction that has been growing in my mind over the past several months. What I read was a news item about a plaque that has been taken away from a tourist centre at the Grand Canyon in the USA. Have any of you been to the Grand ...read more

  • To The Rescue!

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Sep 27, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,157 views

    Pentecost 16: We find ourselves on the short end of a spiritual battle. But our help comes from God. He changes the tide of the battle and wins the victory for us through Jesus’ Cross.

    The most scared that I can ever remember being happened when I was about 4 years old. My dad had taken me with him to the Mexican border city of Reynosa. He had gone there to make a purchase. I remember him parking in front of a store that seemed very busy. He needed to go inside and so he asked me ...read more

  • In The Footsteps Of Abraham

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 15, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,189 views

    In terms of God’s promises to Abraham, we claim that we are indeed hair of Abraham. But the question is—are we heir in the spiritual heritage of Abraham? Are we heir in the call and journey of Abraham?

    December 7, 2002 I. Introduction: Within the Christian tradition, one of the truths that we share with our Jewish and Muslim brothers is the understanding that we are heir of Abraham. And we readily apply this understanding to the promise that God gave to Abraham. As God had indeed blessed ...read more

  • Sanctity Of Life Today, Tommorow, And Yesterday

    Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 20, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 4,956 views

    Where do we stand as a Nation Spiritually? If we think that it is not our concern to care for those who cannot care for themselves, we must remember the past, look at the present, and plan for the future.

    First Baptist Church 545 South Main Jellico, Tennessee. 37762 Pastor: Michael Blankenship Web Address: www.jfb.faithsite.com/default.asp Sunday Morning 1-21-2001 Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. As we swore in a new president yesterday, amidst the fanfare and rejoicing by many conservative minds, I ...read more

  • Watch Them Dogs

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 22, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,236 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to move the hearers to LOOK-OUT for religious leaders (which are spiritually blind, greedy, and lazy) that will attempt to turn them against the principles and teachings of Jesus Christ through their WORDS AND ACTIONS.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia References: Acts 21:40 (ex. Of Paul’s ability to address folk in the Hebrew Tongue/Language); Ezekiel 33:2; Hebrews 13:17; 1 Chr. 12:32 (ex. Of the prophets understanding what Israel ought to do); Romans 8:26-27 (… the spirit enabling the ...read more

  • "The Surpassing Riches Of His Grace" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 9, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,707 views

    Through the planning and accomplishing of our salvation, God has vindicated His Holy name forever. We are the living testimony to the surpassing riches of His grace. (#18 in the Every Spiritual Blessing series)

    In verse 7 of Ephesians 2, Paul is finishing the statement that he begins in verse 4. But I want to back up just for a moment, all the way to the beginning of the chapter, and let’s refresh ourselves as to the progression of Paul’s address here. He reminds his readers that they were dead ...read more

  • Except Thou Bless Me 2 Of 3! Series

    Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 21, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,964 views

    Christian life is warfare like wrestling. Unless you are a serious spiritual wrestler you may fail to exprience the power , joy of God’s word and blessing. God blesses a serious wrestler ....

    God blesses serious wrestlers! Prayer is warfare; it is great work .Prayer like anything else should produce fruits, outputs or returns. Unless and until that happens keep on praying. Keep on believing. Keep on pleading. God blesses serious wrestlers. Until you touch it never stop ...read more

  • Training To Be A Good Soldier

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,278 views

    What if you could sit under one of the greatest Generals in all of God’s army? Would you listen to what he has to say about basic training for spiritual battle?

    Training to be a Good Soldier 2 Timothy 2:1-13 Paul, the General, gives instructions to the Private Timothy. Having the right equipment for battle is great, but you have to know what to do with it. This is basic training for church work. Debate right now about what a “cut and run” policy ...read more

  • Lose The Weight Of Complacency Series

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 46 ratings
     | 10,995 views

    The first in a series used at New Year’s. We Christians can get used to a routine of "being good." We need to break free from complacency and push ourselves to spiritual excellence.

    Lose the weight of complacency Purpose: To challenge us to break free from status quo personal Christianity. 1. These are a few of my favorite things: · Chocolate Ice Cream sprinkled with dry coffee grounds, anything that begins with the words Little Debbie, any restaurant that ends with the word ...read more

  • Lose The Weight Of Unforgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 73 ratings
     | 11,459 views

    A final sermon in the "Lose the weight of ..." series. This message looks at what forgiveness is and what it isn’t. A tough message for those dealing with forgiveness issues, but a challenging one for those seeking spiritual health.

    Lose the weight of unforgiveness Purpose: To illustrate the destructive nature of unforgiveness and to give opportunity to forgive. 1. This month we’re trying to lose the weight. Hebrews 12:1, "Let us throw off everything that hinders." 2. (I started this message with a personal story of friends ...read more

  • The Wise, The Prudent, And The Babies

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jul 3, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,867 views

    Life in the Kingdom is not an intellectual meritocracy. Rather, it is a respite for those who labor and are heavy laden in their spiritual ignorance. In one prayer of thanksgiving, Jesus condemns the "wise and prudent," and He welcomes the babes into Hi

    The Wise, the Prudent, and the Babies Matthew 11:20-30 When I first began attending Dallas Seminary, I noticed something happening among many of my fellow students. Two, things, actually. On one hand, the academic atmosphere of the place seemed to make some students bloom into these ...read more

  • Twelve Truths That Jesus Taught About Farming

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 14,401 views

    Good sowing is done with confident hope that God will give the harvest! Let us ask the Lord for wisdom, faith and guidance in knowing how to be the best spiritual farmers He wants us to be.

    Twelve Truths That Jesus Taught About Farming (Mark 4:1-4:22) Illustration: Other seed fell on good ground and yielded a crop that sprang up, increased, and produced. --Mark 4:8 John Chrysostom was one of the most captivating preachers of the early Christian church. However, he recognized that ...read more