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Abraham, A Man Challenged #7 Series

Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 19, 2008

A Man of Covenant

Abraham, a Man of challenge, Faith, Promise A Man of Covenant Reading: Genesis 15:7ff "...he believed in the LORD, and He accounted it to him for righteousness." As we trace the life of Abram, we can clearly see growth in his comprehension of and faith in God. There are times when no matter ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:7-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Safe Place

Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007

God desires that we sense that we are safe in this life. However, many of God’s people live life in fear rather than safety.

A Safe Place Vision Sunday Ps 16:1-3…Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge. I said to the LORD, "You are my Master! All the good things I have are from you." The godly people in the land are my true heroes! I take pleasure in them! NLT Introduction: Every one of us in this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Real Man's Faith

Contributed by Larry Finley on Jun 19, 2008

Real faith makes a real man

A REAL MAN’S FAITH 6/12/08 Hebrews 11:24-29 S__L__R__ 1. RECANTS EGYPT’S POSITION Vs. 24 A. Personal Decision 1. Head –“come to years” a. mature enough to make a life changing decision b. probably around 40 yrs. old 2. Heart a. ‘refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter’ ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are You Headed?

Contributed by Brian Menear on Apr 1, 2007

Heading in the wrong direction from God will lead to trouble. Jonah learned that the hard way.

Where Are You Headed? It’s easy to get in a hurry when we know what the reward is. Some of us get more “motivated” to get things done when we know someone is watching us. Moving quickly is good as long as we are moving in the right direction. God wants us to move. Where we want to go and where ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be All You Can Be Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 15, 2007

God desires for us to become all the can. John gives us 5 needs, thoughts, or issues to "deal with" IF we are to Be all we can be.

* In 1981, the US Army unveiled one of the most popular jingles they ever used. What was the jingle? Most of us remember it; “be all that you can be in the Army.” The target was young men and the “pride factor” which they possess. * It does not stretch the imagination at all to realize that God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Man With The Foot Shaped Mouth And The Cross Shaped Heart

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Feb 11, 2005

Peter, In all His faults was still worthy to serve Christ

1. WHO WAS THIS MAN SIMON? • He was the third disciple called by Jesus (VS 42) • Andrew 1st and John 2nd • Peter was Andrews brother (VS 40) • Jesus recognized Simon before he was officially introduced • He immediately recognized Simon’s leadership qualities and changed his name • This was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

Healing Hands Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 24, 2005

A look at the hands of Jesus and their incredible power of healing

“God and Human Hands” “Healing Hands” March 20, 2005 Intro: Today we are going to look at the hands of Jesus. We are not going to focus on the scenes from the events leading to the cross, but we are going to look at the incredible power of the healing hands of Christ. *Quote from Dr. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Our Dual Citizenship

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 2, 2005

As children of God we have dual citizenship: as citizens of our native country and as citizens of the Kingdom of God.

OUR DUAL CITIZENSHIP So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God’s household, having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself being the corner stone. Ephesians 2:19-20 Then the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

How Will You Be Remembered?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 8, 2006

We study Mary of Bethany for a good example of building a MEMORIAL that will stand the test of time. Mary is found three times at Jesus’ feet.

HOW WILL I BE REMEMBERED? FOUND AT JESUS’ FEET! MARY OF BETHANY TEACHES US A LESSON STILL REAL TODAY. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. HAVE YOU EVER DESIRED TO BE SPECIAL? DO YOU WANT TO BE REMEBERED? A. Live so the Preacher can tell the truth at your funeral! B. I am told ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The True Vine

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 9, 2005

Abiding in Christ is our vital connection to eternal life.

The True Vine Jn. 15:1 I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. Intro: In the 15th chapter of the Gospel of John a drama is unfolding in the form of a parable told by Jesus. A drama is unfolding in this passage, and indeed, in our lives. As in many good plays, the primary ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

All You Need Is God's Word Series

Contributed by Leonard Hunt on Aug 1, 2005

The only way to grow spiritually is through God’s word. All you need is God’s Word alone!

All you need is the Word! 1st Peter 1:22-2:3 Intro: a. Peter is a book of hope. Tells us how to have hope and live holy. Hope is apart of holiness. Can’t have one without the other. He says over and over again no matter what you can have hope. b. Romans 15:4 say – as long as we have the word of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restoring The Value Of Worship Series

Contributed by Stuart Blount on Aug 10, 2005

The greatest and highest use of music and song, of our voices and our bodies, are to express to the God who has loved us and saved us, pure worship. This message is part of a series that explores how we can reach higher in worship

A statement of our values of worship: We believe that God has blessed mankind with the gift of music and song, and that the highest use of this gift is to worship God. We believe that the church should be skilled, creative and enthusiastic in its use of music. We worship with contemporary songs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fervent Love Series

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Nov 24, 2005

Christians should have genuine love for each other.

1 Peter 1:22-25 Fervent Love Introduction: In verse 13 Peter began to apply the truths learned in v. 1-12. He told us that because of what God has done we should 1) gird up our minds 2) Be sober in our conduct 3) have a hope that does not waver 4) Be Holy in all that we do. Then, last week, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord's Table

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Nov 29, 2005

To see the Lord’s Table as a life-giving experience and to understand the benefits made available to a believer through our Communion with the Lord.

Talk about- Communion, Lord’s Table, Lord’s Supper To benefit from Communion- must be seen as more than a ritual- it is a life-giving experience. Communion- fellowship, partnership, participation. Can also be seen as communication … He speaks, we listen, we speak, He listens. To understand ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:3-13

Denomination: Charismatic

They Presented Gifts To Him

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 10, 2005

The three different kinds of gifts have been suggested as representing various truths about the Lord Jesus. Every suggestion has it own special merit and message.

THEY PRESENTED GIFTS TO HIM "Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, "Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him." 3 When Herod ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist