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I Will Build My Church Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 16, 2014

This lesson introduces this series by examining Matthew 16:13-19, showing that Jesus is the builder, architect, and owner of His church.

Whenever we look at the religious landscape today that is known by the word “Christianity,” it seems clear that what we see is so different than what we see in the Bible. We see multiple denominations that teach different, and at times, contradictory things. Of course, when teachings ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Soul's Anchor

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 29, 2015

A sermon to encourage those who are in trouble.

"The Soul's Anchor" Hebrews 6:19 Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast... Introduction: Does it seem like to you that everything that we used to be able to count on has changed? It certainly seems that way doesn't it, especially if you are anywhere near my age or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:19

Denomination: Baptist

"is It Time To House Clean, Or To Clean House" (Sermon 6 In The Series On The Gospel Of John 2021) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Mar 29, 2021

This message deals with Jesus as he cleanse the temple of God, restoring it to the Holiness of God.

“IS IT TIME TO HOUSE CLEAN OR TO CLEAN HOUSE?” [Sermon # 6 in Series on The Gospel of John 2021] John 2:12-25 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ February 21, 2021 Video Sermon Link: https://youtu.be/jau4yyge16s INTRODUCTION: 1.) Last week we saw some exciting events as Jesus turned ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25, Matthew 14:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Presence Of God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

It is love that longs to experience all that can be experienced of the presence of God within time. The ideal of both the Old Testament and the New Testament is to enter the presence of God to the highest degree possible. The ultimate goal being to be in His objective presence.

A four year old attended a prayer meeting with his parents, and that night when he knelt to say his prayers before going to bed he prayed, "Dear Lord, we had a good time at church tonight. I wish you could have been there." The child was not critical of the church as being godless, he ...read more

Do Not Become Weary Doing Good

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 31, 2018

This sermon is going to look at some of the practical ways that today’s church can walk in the Spirit so that we might no longer look “foolish” but faithful in the eyes of our risen Savior!

Do not Become Weary Doing Good Galatians 6:1-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 To either get a word or pdf copy or to see a video of the sermon go to the website “You foolish Galatians” is what the church of Galatia has been known for ever since Paul wrote to them. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 11: As They Are Taught By God To Love One Another Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 3, 2018

Just as God’s love is a holy love, so our love for God and for one another ought to motivate us to holy living.

7/16/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 11: As They Are Taught by God to Love One Another (1Thessalonians 4:9) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:9 (NIV) Now about your love for one another we do not need to write to you, for you yourselves have been taught by God to love each other. Lesson 11 Introduction The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:9

Denomination: Baptist

Pleasing God Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 28, 2017

We please God when we make pleasing Him a priority.

Title: Pleasing God Text: I Thessalonians 2:1-12 Introduction The Apostle Paul was a gutsy guy. He did not hesitate to encourage people to imitate his life. He often said, “follow my example” or “imitate me.” • Therefore I urge you to imitate me. II Corinthians 4:16 • Dear brothers and sisters, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep The Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 11, 2014

The theme of James is more than patience through trials. James is exhorting us to stay FAITHFUL in the face of PERSECUTION. He is exhorting us to KEEP the FAITH.

There’s a familiar story about the new bride who is cooking a big family dinner. As the ladies are gathered in the kitchen, the bride puts the roast in the pan and asks her mother why we always cut the end of the roast and put it in another pan? They ask grandma who says, “well honey, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Winning Formula !!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Sep 18, 2012

To toe the Jesus’ style of ministry which was all about PRACTICING FIRST BEFORE PREACHING.

THE WINNING FORMULA ACTION: Display of picture of the Enthroned Jesus ’Jesus is the winner man, the winner man, the winner man…I am on the winning side, on the winning side, on the winning side’… so resonates a melodious praise number (usually sung ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1

Denomination: *other

Jesus Rejected At Nazareth

Contributed by Chris Blackshaw on Apr 13, 2012

An in depth understanding of the bible passage of Jesus' rejection in his home town and what message it has for us today.

Our reading from Luke 4:16-30 is known as the Rejection at Nazareth. It takes place immediately after Jesus had been tempted by the devil in the Judean Desert and before he travels to Capernaum, where he teaches and performs many miracles. In it we find a fast moving story that turns from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Methodist

Carpe Diem Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 1, 2007

Exposition of Neh 2:1-8, about his wise decisions toward attaining his God-inspired vision for the Kingdom

Text: Nehemiah 2:1-8, Title: Carpe Diem, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/2/07, PM A. Opening illustration: In 1944, Leander McCormick-Goodheart, a recruiter for the Ford Motor Company, toured fifty universities across the United States to recruit the outstanding graduating student of each institution. At Leigh ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Stunted Growth Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Feb 10, 2009

The Corinthian error of stopping at salvation and seeking to add to our faith from other sources is an easy and common one to make - but also dangerous and harmful to our spiritual health.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today II. DEALING WITH OBVIOUS DISEASES A. CANCER “STUNTED GROWTH” (1 Cor. 3:1-23) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, February 8, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: Ever try arguing with a baby? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Struggling To Be A People Of Integrity

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 12, 2009

Preached 1989. A people of integrity will not act as though God is automatically on their side, apart from righteousness; and they will pay attention to the way in which leadership is chosen.

On this Independence Day weekend we think about our nation’s history, our nation’s life. As we do so I want to assure you that we will be wrestling with the word of God, not just scattering political opinions over the landscape like birdseed. I am not here as political pundit, but as a pastor and ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Cowboy And The Shepherd

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Apr 7, 2008

A sermon fro the 4th Sunday of Easter Good Shepherd

Fourth Sunday of Easter John 10:1-10 The cowboy and the shepherd 1 ¶ "Truly, truly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door but climbs in by another way, that man is a thief and a robber; 2 but he who enters by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 To him the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Building The Walls And Hanging The Gates

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Apr 12, 2008

Prayer is the first step to achieving desired results.

Building the Walls and Hanging the Gates October 29, 2006 Penn Yan NY Neh 1:1-5 In the month of Kislev in the twentieth year, while I was in the citadel of Susa, 2 Hanani, one of my brothers, came from Judah with some other men, and I questioned them about the Jewish remnant that survived the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-18

Denomination: Nazarene