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The Paradox Of The Cross

Contributed by John Covell on Oct 20, 2000

based on 88 ratings

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Outreach message describing our value to God

Introduction (title slide) Everyone wants a good deal, but what’s a good deal for one person may not be such a good deal for another. Whenever I fly, I like to read “Sky Mall” magazine , the mail-order catalog that is found in the seat pocket in front of your seat. This magazine contains some of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is This Religion? Series

Contributed by Clint Meade on Oct 27, 2007

based on 5 ratings

| 7,747 views

A look at Colossians 2:20-23

Agnes de Rochier was the only daughter of one of the wealthiest merchants of Paris, and was admired by all for her beauty and virtue. In 1403 her father died leaving her all his wealth. Rumours of her supposed relationships with some of the young men in the area surfaced. She determined to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Pleasing God Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Mar 13, 2006

based on 8 ratings

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This message looks at how faith is the only way to please God and everything flows from this.

Genuine complaints received by Britain’s travel operators No one told us there would be fish in the sea. The children were startled. We had to queue outside with no air conditioning. The brochure stated "No hairdressers at the accommodation". We’re trainee hairdressers, will we be OK staying ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:2-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

What About Faith And Good Works? (Part 2)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Apr 7, 2001

based on 82 ratings

| 2,495 views

. In this section of James’ letter, we see an objection stated (v. 18a), the objection challenged (vv. 18b-19), and the objector confronted (v. 20).

What About Faith and Good Works? An Answer to the Skeptic James 2:18-20 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church April 8, 2001 Introduction: A couple of weeks ago I talked about the way James weaved a courtroom drama throughout his writing, in the first half of chapter two. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18-20

Denomination: *other

Delighting In The Lord

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

based on 19 ratings

| 43,151 views

Are you enjoying God? Are you enjoying all the trimmings? Sermon begins with a clip from movie "What about Bob?" and discusses how we enjoy our journey with God.

Delighting in the Lord Ps 37:4[1] 5-29-05 Intro I want to introduce the message this morning with a clip from the movie, “What About Bob?” Ch 9: (0:49:36) to (0:51:22) Our subject this morning is: Delight yourself in the Lord. Bob’s attitude toward his meal gives us some idea of what it means ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:4

Denomination: Charismatic

Freedom, The Grand Proposition (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on Jun 7, 2002

based on 29 ratings

| 3,809 views

The second part of a two part look at Paul’s Grand Proposition in Galatians (2:15-21).

Freedom, The Grand Proposition (Part Two) (Galatians 2:17-21) Theme: Faith is the SOURCE of justification and the STANDARD by which justified human beings are to live out their lives. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Search Of Authentic Faith Series

Contributed by Josh Reich on May 12, 2007

based on 10 ratings

| 5,193 views

How do you know if faith is real? Is it possible to have a faith that is fake? How do you know the difference? Where do works fit with faith? Are they extra, needed for salvation?

This weekend was a cool weekend in the life of our church. On Friday, the women’s ministry had a come n go dessert, and even though I wasn’t there, I heard it was a good time. Then on Saturday morning, we had a church and neighborhood clean-up. It was a great time to clean up our church, as well ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The Cross Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 9, 2003

based on 15 ratings

| 4,544 views

Justification--how Christ’s work on the cross has put us in right standing with God. It is by faith and not by works.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 13, 2003 Lessons from the Cross Romans 5:1-8 INTRODUCTION: ILLUSTRATION: The other morning I was going to make some Grandes Orange Cinnamon rolls. The cans are supposed to be easy to open. You just peal the label off and insert a spoon and the can pops ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Get Right With God (Sermon #3) Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 12, 2003

based on 47 ratings

| 3,743 views

Paul gives another secret of real joy -- how to get right with God. Paul examines several ways he COULD try, and rejects each of them in favor of real FAITH.

Sermon #3: Get Right Before God 4 ¶ Though I might also have confidence in the flesh. If any other man thinketh that he hath whereof he might trust in the flesh, I more: 5 Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, an Hebrew of the Hebrews; as touching the law, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Holiness

Luther's Revelation

Contributed by Woodrow Freeze on Nov 23, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 3,828 views

A sermon preached at Homecoming, focusing on Martin Luther’s revelation surrounding "the just shall live by faith."

For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. (Romans 1:16-17) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Can Change Everything For You! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 25, 2023

| 2,045 views

This Easter God wants to give you... 1. Truth worth trusting (vs. 5-6). 2. A new life worth living (vs. 6-8). 3. The Lord worth loving (vs. 9). 4. The story worth sharing (vs. 7, 10). 5. The future worth finding (vs. 7, 10).

Easter Can Change Everything for You! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 28:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 25, 2023) MESSAGE: *How are you doing this morning? By God’s grace we are able to be here today. And I’ve got to say: you look good. Some of us have on new clothes, and you look good. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Victory Of The Cross

Contributed by Wendy Pratt on Mar 30, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 5,805 views

The Easter story from the perspective of Mary Magdalene, including a recap of recent events.

Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I come to you this morning to share the story of what happened on that first Easter. My name is Mary—Mary of Magdala, though you know me as Mary Magdalene. Just to be correct, Magdalene was not my last name—it referred to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hitting The Nail On The Head

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 18, 2005

based on 59 ratings

| 15,331 views

Apply an obscure OT story to today, using the various events in a parallel form.

“Hitting the Nail on the Head” Judges 4:4-9 OBJECTIVE: To apply this obscure OT story to today, using the various events in a parallel to today. INTRODUCTION: Illustration “The Story of Deborah, Barak and Jael” Constantly throughout the OT we find that Israel would fall out of favor with GOD and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Got Grace? Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Apr 26, 2001

based on 66 ratings

| 4,575 views

This sermon focuses on what grace really is and how it affects our lives today.

Personal Questions… Got Grace? Ephesians 2:8-9 April 1, 2001 Intro: A. Ever wonder how the "Got Milk" ads got started? Well there is a "Got Milk" internet site that tells the story… In 1993 milk consumption in California had declined steadily for 20 years, so milk processors from all over the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Must I Do?

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 25, 2002

based on 34 ratings

| 6,587 views

I would like us to try to answer the question, ‘what is a Christian?’ There is a huge amount of confusion over this issue!

WHAT MUST I DO? Mark 10:17-22 INTRODUCTION This morning I would like us to try to answer the question, ‘what is a Christian?’ There is a huge amount of confusion over this issue! I believe it’s important to be able to provide an answer to this question for 2 reasons – 1. So we can ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

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