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Unable To Be Silenced Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2010

The disciples were bold in their witness to what Jesus Christ had done. Attempts by the authorities to silence them failed. God had called them to be his witnesses and they could not keep silent.

Acts 5:27-32 “Unable to be Silenced” INTRODUCTION There are times that the courage of others amazes us. Recently I viewed the movie, “The Hurt Locker.” It is a story about the war in Iraq. I was amazed and humbled by the courage of the soldiers who were portrayed in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ Is Enough

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 17, 2013

Rom. 8:31 gives us a battle cry against the treats of life. We that God is avialable and on our side

KJV What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? Amp - What then shall we say to [all] this? If God is for us, who [can be] against us? [Who can be our foe, if God is on our side? BATTLE CRIES - Rebel Yell was used during charges to intimidate the enemy and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Letter Ever Written Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 5, 2007

This sermon, which is the first in a series on "Romans: The Good News of God," introduces the greatest letter ever written, Paul’s letter to the Romans.

Scripture He was pacing back and forth, thoughtful and expectant. Physically, he was not an impressive man (see for example 2 Corinthians 10:10; Galatians 4:14). He had scars and blemishes all over his body from his various beatings and stonings. His body was weathered and leathered by many years ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Nonviolence

Contributed by Daniel Keeran on Mar 27, 2018

This is a review of nonviolence in early Christian thought through the fourth century.

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find? First Century There is no example or teaching in the New Testament that Christians can ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nonviolence In Early Christian Thought Through The Fourth Century

Contributed by Daniel Keeran on Apr 3, 2019

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find?

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find? First Century There is no example or teaching in the New Testament that Christians can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is It A Sin To Doubt?

Contributed by Dr. Randy Croft on Nov 15, 2002

Lessons on faith and doubt, looking through the life of Thomas

Is It a Sin to Doubt? by Randy Croft One of the hardest decisions Krista and I made before Jacob was born was not which hospital to have the birth. Not which doctor would deliver our little guy. Not which pediatrician we would see, even though we went back and forth on that call. The hardest ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Components Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 14, 2011

The 3 components of salvation (intellectual, emotional, volitional) are seen in Peter’s sermon on Pentecost.

The Components of Salvation Chuck Sligh TEXT: Acts 2:14-40 INTRODUCTION Illus. - Down through the centuries there have been many instances of remarkable conversions when people heard the Gospel preached. St. Augustine was a wayward youth who resisted the prayers of a godly mother. On a visit to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-40

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrate God’s Greatness

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 30, 2011

1. Celebrate Christ’s great sympathy toward us (vs. 1-6). 2. Celebrate Christ’s great opportunity for us (vs. 5-11). 3. Celebrate Christ’s great ability to help us (vs. 2-4 & 11-13).

Celebrate God’s Greatness John 6:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Nov. 15, 2009 *Many people in our church have dreamed of a new children’s building for almost 20 years, and this year our dream has come to life! We are here today to celebrate this dream, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

God Pleads For Our Peace

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 16, 2012

Three pleas from the greatest Peacemaker: 1. Stand firm in your faith (vs. 1). 2. Attempt to agree in the Lord (vs. 2). 3. Help hold other people together (vs. 3).

God Pleads for Our Peace Philippians 4:1-3 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 30, 2012 *Sometimes I think back to the church I attended in my teen years. That church had a terrible split when I was about 16. How bad was it? -- So bad that they went to court. And they fought ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Misfortune Of The Rich Fool

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Jan 7, 2003

Through this sermon we will define what the rich fool did with the harvest God filled his barns with. We will also uncover three steps you can take to get rid of greed.

Text: Luke 12:13-21 The Misfortune Of The Rich Fool A. People invest their money in… a. The Stock Market b. Stocks and Bonds c. Retirement Funds B. There is no greater place to invest your money than the Kingdom of God C. We must beware of becoming greedy with what God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On A Balanced Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 31, 2022

The theory of a well-balanced life is primarily related to one, that provides optimal benefits.

Albert Einstein, a German-born theoretical physicist once remarked: “Life is like riding a bicycle, in order to keep your balance, you must keep moving.” Leviticus 19:36 reminds us: “You shall have just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin: I am the Lord your God, who brought you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3, Philippians 4:5, Galatians 5:13, Titus 2:7

Evolution: A Fairy Tale For Adults, Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004

Scholarly presentation w/ many facts, much data, and all in the spotlight of the Word of God! Powerpoints for entire series at website under "Devilution"

EVOLUTION: A FAIRY TALE FOR ADULTS Questions People Ask We need to know what we believe and why we believe it. Take all the questions people in the world have, and they all boil down to one question… “Did God create man, or did man create God?” In other words, “Is man created in the image of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:20, Genesis 1:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Mystery Babylon, The Rise Of The Papacy And Anti-Semitism Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 10, 2015

Slowly, ever so slowly, the papacy emerges. Attitudes change. The church looks strangely different. When she lashes out at the Jews who were her first members, and her Savior, we know things have evolved the wrong way...

NINETEEN: THE SLOW EMERGENCE OF THE PAPACY So, the location is to be Rome. The man is to be "Peter." Said Leo I, leader of the church in the middle of the 5th century: "From the whole world, a single man, 'Peter', is chosen and appointed to rank before all Gentiles and all apostles, all Fathers of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 17, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Parable of the Rich Fool" Luke 12:13-21 A sermon for 8/7/22 - Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 12 “13 Then one from the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” 14 But He said to him, “Man, who made Me a judge or an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, 1 Peter 4:10, Matthew 10:7-10, Genesis 19:1, Ruth 4:1-2, Ephesians 4:28, Ephesians 6:10-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Are We Ready To Wait For God's Time, Season?

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Aug 13, 2020

We are in lockdown for the last few months. Covid-19 hunts us and ruins our lives. Are we not frustrated with God? Are we not upset with God?

Are we ready to wait for God's time, season? Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, We are in lockdown for the last few months. Covid-19 hunts us and ruins our lives. Are we not frustrated with God? Are we not upset with God? We question: why did God bring this pandemic into the world? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35, Luke 6:12, Matthew 14:23, Luke 5:16, Luke 4:42, Luke 9:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other