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The Victory Of The Suffering Of Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 1, 2014

In His victory we are made victorious, even when we suffer unjustly, and for His cause.

THE VICTORY OF CHRIST’S SUFFERING. 1 Peter 3:13-22. Who will harm us if we do that which is good (1 Peter 3:13)? The question is rhetorical. If God be for us, who can be against us (Romans 8:31)? Yet even if we do seem to suffer for righteousness’ sake (1 Peter 3:14), we have the blessing of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Condemnation For Those In Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 1, 2014

Paul tells why there is no condemnation for us. 1- No condemnation - Jesus set us free 2- No condemnation - The Spirit empowers us

INTRO.- Someone wrote: “Everything happens for a reason, but sometimes the reason is that you’re stupid and make bad decisions.” True. Stupid and sinful. ILL.- June, 2012. The longtime girlfriend of Boston mobster James "Whitey" Bulger was sentenced to eight years in prison ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul, Christ's Slave Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

TO UNDERSTAND THE BOOK OF ROMANS, YOU NEED TO UNDERSTAND THE TRANSFORMING POWER OF GRACE THAT CHANGED THE AUTHOR FROM SAUL TO PAUL. THIS IS A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF HIS JOURNEY AND ENCOUNTER WITH GRACE

Paul, Christ’s Slave Romans 1:1 -- Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God I. Meet Saul, the Killer a. When we first see Paul, the author of half the New Testament, he is called by another name – Saul i. Like many whose encounter with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Church Of God

Who Is Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

HOW DOES PAUL INTRODUCE JESUS CHRIST TO THE CHURCH AT ROME? WHO DOES HE SHOW CHRIST TO BE?

Romans 1:3-4 – Who is Jesus Christ Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh; And declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead: I. In Romans 1:1-2 we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:3-4

Denomination: Church Of God

To Know Christ Better

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jan 6, 2014

Among the resolutions we can make, resolving to know Christ better is one of the best things we can do for ourselves

To Know Christ Better Ephesians 1:15-19 Text: “...that you may know him better.” (v17) I have more than 200 Facebook friends which is quite moderate to some people I know who have over 600! I would like to say "I know them all”! Actually, I know some things about all of them, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Lamps For Christ! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 10, 2014

Jesus uses two great illustrations of what the Christian is. 1-Salt-To prevent decay and corruption, to flavor to living, to bring healing. 2-Light-To dispense and disperse light to a dark world!

Matthew 5:14-16-“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Your Life In Christ

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 12, 2014

How will you consider a life that is well-lived. Be the salt of the earth and light of the world for Christ, bring others to praise God with you.

How would you consider a life well-lived? Read Matt 5:13-16. The Christian faith is not simply a collection of doctrines and beliefs, although these are important. • At its root, Christianity is a life experience: a life-changing, personal experience of the risen Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ Or Antichrist: The Fact Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Nov 18, 2015

Who comes first, Christ or antichrist? This message lays the groundwork upon which we can build.

1. INTRODUCTION Yes, there are apparent contradictions in the Bible. A number of them! (I said apparent, not actual!) Ever tried to reconcile Divine Sovereignty with human free will? Justice with mercy? A Divine yet human Saviour? Ever struggled with the place of grace vs works in salvation? And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ Our King

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 21, 2015

The Book of Revelation tells us to lean into our faith in a Christ who holds the future in his hands. Nothing can frustrate his eternal will, and that eternal will includes us who will be spending eternity with him in his eternal kingdom here on earth.

A minister and his wife were on their way home on a Sunday evening. He was tired because he preached five times that day. His wife asked a question to which he answered in anger. Immediately he felt conviction and apologized to his wife. He said, “Forgive me. I’m quite tired. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Anglican

Keep Christ In Christmas

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 30, 2015

We should be the image of Christ to all who see us.

Keep Christ in CHRISTmas November 29, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We should be the image of Christ to all who see us. Focus Passage: Philippians 2:1-8 Introduction: Several years ago, I was working at a nursing home in Vinita, a young ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Encounter Christ Powerfully Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 12, 2015

The focus of the book of Revelation is Jesus. This message gives us a powerful encounter with the One who makes everything right.

Series: Victorious! “Encounter Christ Powerfully” Revelation 1:1-20 Open As we get started this morning, turn in your Bibles to Revelation 1 and have that ready as we go through the message this morning. Last week, we began our study through the book of Revelation. This ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rejoice In The Throne Of Christ! Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 17, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ rules from His eternal throne, you are able to find stability and security in Him.

Rejoice in the Throne of Christ! 2 Samuel 7 PROPOSITION: Because Christ rules from His eternal throne, you are able to find stability and security in Him. I. Focus on the blessings of God. v. 1-3 A. David pondered God’s blessings (1-2). 1. He was made king. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Is Found In Christ! Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because the immutable Christ is coming again, you can find hope in Him.

Hope is found in Christ! Malachi 1-4 PROPOSITION: Because the immutable Christ is coming again, you can find hope in Him. I. Admit to God that you have a sin problem! A. The nature of man’s relationship with God is changed (1:1-2:9). 1. Man is separated from God by his sin. 2. Man ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Whose Son Is The Christ? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 19, 2015

The question about David's son in Luke 20:41-44 teaches us that Jesus is David's son and also David's Lord.

Scripture Jesus is in the final week of his life. After his triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, Jesus returned to the temple on Monday and drove out the merchants who were selling their wares and obscuring people’s access to God. This enraged the religious rulers, who then ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:41-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Conquering Christ Of Christmas

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 22, 2015

Will Christ be the center of your celebration this Christmas season? Are you living for the things that Christ died for?

Introduction: Will Christ be the center of your celebration this Christmas season? Are you living for the things that Christ died for? The Christian needs to remember that our joy is because of Jesus, our songs because of our Savior, our love because of our Lord, our inheritance is because of His ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God