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Why Should I Believe In Creation Vs. Evolution Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 4, 2009

Discusses some differences between evolution and Creation and why Creation bests accounts for the evidence we find.

Why Should I Believe…Creation vs. Evolution? Genesis 1:1-31 The Biblical Account of creation… …best accounts for the Beginning Evolution says, “In the beginning, We have no idea” Creation says, “In the beginning God created…” …best accounts for the fossil record Evolution says life developed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The Churches In North America Need

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Nov 10, 2008

Sermon looks at Is. 64 and contrasts what Isaish saw as spiritual needs and what the church needs today

What the church in North America needs today - Isaiah 64:1-9 (TLB) Introduction Well good morning. In case you didn’t notice there have been two dramatic things that recently occurred in North America. First Stephen Harper was re-elected as Canada’s Prime Minister. Secondly and more striking Obama ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-8

Sell Out And Buy Up! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 17, 2012

How the parable of the hidden treasure and the parable of the pearl represent two different ways people come into a relationship with Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION Matthew 13 contains seven parables about the Kingdom of heaven. Today we’re going to examine the short twin parables of the treasure buried in the field and the valuable pearl. As we talk about the Kingdom of heaven, you must remember only thing necessary for a kingdom is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

God's Dragnet Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 17, 2012

A look at the parable of the net in three stages and personal applications of this truth.

INTRODUCTION In Matthew 13, there are seven parables Jesus told about the Kingdom of Heaven. We looked at two long parables, the Parable of the Sower and the Parable of the Wheat and Weeds. Then we looked at four short parables, the mustard seed, yeast, a buried treasure and a pearl of great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-53

Denomination: Baptist

God's Friend Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 27, 2012

Sinners can get get close to a holy God only if they we appeal to His grace. Pray that God in His grace would show us His path, grant us His presence, and reveal to us His person, which He has already done in His Son. Get close to Jesus and you will get

On one occasion, Dr. Mortimer Adler suddenly left a discussion group at a tea quite disgusted, slamming the door after him. Someone in the group, trying to relieve the tension, remarked, “Well, he's gone.” To which the hostess replied, “No, he isn't. That's a closet!” ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What The Bible Can Do For Me Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Nov 9, 2012

Packed with facts and stories, this sermon is designed to excite people about reading the Bible. It’s the introductory message in The Bible Questions Campaign.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Faith - Real & False!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

Faith - real & false! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 2 verses 14-26 Ill: Alexander Graham Bell was an amazingly talented person. • He invented the multiple telegraph, • The audiometer - which is used to test your hearing, • The tricycle landing gear you find on planes, • And a host of other ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Brethren

Coping With A Busy And Stress Filled Life

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

coping with a busy and stress filled life. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 10 verses 38-42. Ill: • Outside the Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen, • Which is Denmark’s Parliament building. • There are three stone figures guarding the entrance. • They represent the earache, the headache, and the stomach ache. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Brethren

Our Relationship In The Church. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010

Our relationship in the Church. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Session 2: Our relationship in the Church. Reading: Romans chapter 12 verse 1-3. Ill: • On a wall near the main entrance to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, • Is a portrait with the following inscription: “James Butler Bonham—no picture of him exists. This portrait is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

The Breath Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 12, 2010

The Faith is under assault by a wicked world. In such times, believers are encouraged by the knowledge that God shall prevail; and the evidence for this truth is the eternal Word that reveals the Son of God.

A voice says, “Cry!” And I said, “What shall I cry?” All flesh is grass, and all its beauty is like the flower of the field. The grass withers, the flower fades when the breath of the LORD blows on it; surely the people are grass. The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Fit: Discipline Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 2, 2011

It takes discipline to be a disciple because spiritual growth is intentional, not automatic.

Getting Fit: Discipline 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Rev. Brian Bill 1/2/11 This past week our family had the opportunity to spend time with our nephew Ashton, who has been in Army Basic Training for the past nine weeks. To say the least, he is a changed man. Before I go much further, if you have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Man - Poor Man

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 7, 2011

wealthy or poor - Each group has its own problems – Real Wealth is a Matter of Understanding Sufficiency in Christ

"Rich Man - Poor Man" James 1:9-12 OPEN: So we are continuing our journey through the book of James and one of the things we've noted right from the beginning is that James is a man who thinks in a way that is vastly different from the norms we run into in normal society. (whatever that is) If ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ahhh Love Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 13, 2010

A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 17

Song of Songs 1: 1 – 17 Ahhh… Love 1 The song of songs, which is Solomon’s. 2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth— For your love is better than wine. 3 Because of the fragrance of your good ointments, your name is ointment poured forth; therefore the virgins ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Holding Fast To Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 14, 2010

The church in Thyatira demonstrates the need to follow the ways of Jesus in order to prevent being deceived.

In our culture, I think there is sometimes a tendency for us to look around at all the mega churches, even some right around us, and to begin to think that a smaller church like TFC really isn’t all that significant to the kingdom of God. But Jesus’ message to the church in Thyatira ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, Revelation 3:11

Denomination: Baptist

Love Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 19, 2010

A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 17

Song of Songs 1: 1 – 17 Love 1 The song of songs, which is Solomon’s. 2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth— For your love is better than wine. 3 Because of the fragrance of your good ointments, your name is ointment poured forth; therefore the virgins love you. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel