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The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Like...

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Sep 18, 2006

A look at some of the parables in Matthew 13.

The Kingdom of Heaven is Like… Matthew 13:31-35; 44-52 September 17, 2006 Introduction As we go through the book of Matthew, we’ve had opportunity to witness Jesus in action, particularly in how He taught about the Kingdom of God, or the Kingdom of Heaven. And over the last few weeks we’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Vitality Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 29, 2010

Actions are vital signs of real faith. Faith that moves is faith that is alive. Faith that pleases God must find expression in actions that please God.

The Vitality of Faith James 2:14-26 Intro: If you’ve studied Romans or Galatians recently, you might come to this particular passage in James and wonder if Paul and James believed the same thing about what it meant to be saved or to be a Christian. Martin Luther was impacted very strongly ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ Crucified Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 24, 2010

We preach Christ crucified. I. Christ crucified - REJECTED II. Christ crucified – ACCEPTED

Christ Crucified Our text for today is found in First Corinthians chapter one. Follow along with me as I read: “We preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to the Jews and foolishness to the Gentiles. Yet to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ is God’s power and God’s wisdom.” 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Showcase Of Grace

Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 23, 2016

God's grace is given to us to be displayed like a masterpiece.

I want to share a story with you of a man who discovered grace, not only from God but also from man. It has been stated that grace is “ getting the absolute best when deserving the absolute worst.” The word for grace in the Greek meant unmerited favor. So you football pros can play a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:7-10

Denomination: Foursquare

Developing Sticking Power Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 7, 2016

The is a sermon on faithfulness from the series on the fruit of the Spirit. How to become faithful with: 1. Your PROMISES 2. Your RELATIONSHIPS 3. Your ABILITIES 4. Your TIME 5. Your GIVING

Fruit Of The Spirit – Faithfulness Developing Sticking Power So far in our study of the fruit of the Spirit, we have looked at love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and goodness. Today we will consider the quality of faithfulness. Our focal verse for this series is from the book of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What God Can Do With A Happy Meal!

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 25, 2016

Often we feel like our resources are inadequate. "There's no way God can use me." But we find that God delights to use weak things because it redirects people to Him. Little is much when God is in it.

WHAT GOD CAN DO WITH A HAPPY MEAL John 6:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Euphemisms of a low IQ 1. Elevator doesn’t reach the top floor; 2. 2 bubbles shy of a bubble bath; 3. Not playing with a full desk; 4. Few French fries short of a Happy Meal; 5. Light’s on but nobody’s ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Faith Of Jabez Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 3, 2016

This sermon looks at the faith of Jabez when he prayed. There are five points: 1. Jabez had a life of FAITH 2. Jabez prayed for God to BLESS him 3. Jabez prayed to have MORE than he had 4. Jabez prayed to have God’s PRESENCE in his life 5. Jabez prayed for God’s PROTECTION

The Faith of Jabez Did you know that God never meant for us to live an average life. He has designed us for excellence. He has created us for success. He wants us to live above the norm. Each one of us is uniquely created by Him and for Him. Instead of being one in a million, you’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Using Scripture To Defeat Worry

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 1, 2017

This message looks at worry as a battle and shares examples of how to use Scripture as a weapon to defeat worry.

EFFECTIVE? Worry is activity without advancement. - Matthew 6:27. - Worry comes naturally to most people. It’s a natural, although sinful, response to many of the problems that we encounter in life. - One of the difficulties with worry is that worry makes us feel like we’re doing something when ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A New Body

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Jan 16, 2017

This sermon is the first in a series for January 2017 called "Start Something New." Many focus on body image issues when making New Year's Resolutions. In baptism, we have "put on Christ," and God sees His perfect, sinless Son. THERE'S your new body!

It’s that time again—time to set lofty goals for yourself. Time to aim high for 2017. Time to dream that you might be one of only 8% of Americans who actually fulfill a new year’s resolution! Year after year, we do this to ourselves…no matter how many times we fall into the 92% failure category. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

God’s Part And My Part – In Changing Me Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 30, 2016

This sermon looks at Basic Equipment For Spiritual Growth 1. I Need A Good BIBLE 2. I Need A Good TRAINER 3. I Need Exercise SPACE

God’s Part and My Part – In Changing Me Most of you know the story of how I became the pastor here. It was not because of my theological education. It was not because of my denominational affiliation. It was not because I knew someone – who knew someone – who knew ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cast A Clear Vision For Sons And Daughters Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock on Parenting

It is my personal passion to do what I can to build strong homes in a culture where the family is being redefined and its importance is undermined. David lamented the same thing in Psalms 11, where he posed the poignant question, “…if the foundations are destroyed, what can the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Lust Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on May 2, 2018

When sexual desire is twisted into lustfulness

Deadly Sins and Transforming Virtues Series - 2 LUST I had some fun with people this week. When asked what I was studying for today’s message, my answer was ‘I am spending time with lust.’ Inevitably the surprised look gave way to a laugh that was an implied question asking what I meant! ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Winsome Church

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on May 28, 2015

A winsome church does God's work God's way for the sake of God's world.

THE WALL STREET JOURNAL recently published a report indicating that “the U.S. now has a bigger share of people who don’t identify with any religion than those who do. In the last seven years, the number of people unaffiliated with either Roman Catholic or mainline Protestant churches ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Is Calling

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 4, 2015

A Biblical record of God calling, the purpose of His calling, and two remarkable aspects of His calling.

GOD IS CALLING TO YOU Rom. 10:20-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CALLING 911 1. Marie got deathly ill and Boudreaux called 911. The 911 operator told Boudreaux that they would send someone out right away. 2. "Where do you live at?" asked the operator. Boudreaux replied, "At de end of Eucalyptus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Have Less Stress Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 24, 2015

This sermon looks at seven principles for stress management. 1. Know Who You Are 2. Know who you want to please 3. Know what you want to accomplish 4. Focus on one thing at a time 5. Make a habit of personal prayer 6. Take time to rest 7. Give your stress to Christ

How to Have Less Stress Jesus Christ was a person who was constantly under pressure. Because of His popularity – people always wanted to be around Him. He had to seek out times for personal privacy. Other people repeatedly misunderstood Him – criticized Him – ridiculed Him. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational