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Faith, Part 3 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 20, 2011

Part 3 of 6 in a series on exploring "Faith". This message focuses on utilizing our faith to praise the Lord in every circumstance; and ensuring that our focus is on giving Him glory and honor always.

Psalm 100 There was a preacher that was trying to sell his horse. A potential buyer came to the church for a test ride. "Before you start" the preacher said," you should know that this horse only responds to church talk. Go is praise the lord and stop is amen." So the man on the horse says ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith, Part 4 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 24, 2011

Part 4 of 6 in a series on exploring "Faith". This message focuses on understanding that in our faith we must come together at the church for one purpose -- to continue the Earthly ministry of Jesus Christ by introducing others to the Father.

The Purpose of the Church (Faith Series, Part 4) Various Scriptures - Always been varying opinions about the functions of the church - This morning, we are going to look at its four highest priorities - As we seek to grow in faith, we must continue to grow towards God - When things continue to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith, Part 6 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 1, 2011

Part 6 in a series on exploring "Faith". This message focuses on Peter and John going to worship and seeing (and seizing) the opportunity to share Jesus with a man who needed so much more than just material goods. It is in this act, that we should see o

Faith in Action, Part 1 (Part 6) Acts 3:1-10 - When it comes to our faith, the most difficult thing often is putting it into action - What the Lord calls us to do is to act; to respond; to move – no matter the cause - Perhaps the most difficult is to respond to His calling; to move when ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith, Part 7 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 1, 2011

Part 7 in a series on exploring "Faith". This message focuses on the response of the crowd after seeing a man healed by Peter through the power of the Holy Spirit. It explores the question, "Why, if going to church to worship God, would the religious of

Faith in Action, Part 2 (Part 7) Acts 3:10-16 - In part 1 of this message we discussed several important key items -- 1. Peter and John were going to worship because they desired to -- 2. Peter saw an opportunity to practice what he had learned from Jesus -- 3. Peter had a desire to share Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For Such A Time As This Part 1

Contributed by Greg Laurie on Feb 21, 2014

We learn that our lives belong to God. He created us, called us, gifted us, and now wants to use us.

A True Fairy Tale? Everybody seems to like a fairy tale (especially little girls). My granddaughters love for me to make up fairy tales, and they always want to be in them. They act out the parts as I tell the story and they always want there to be princesses, fairies, and of course a wicked ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For Such A Time As This Part 2

Contributed by Greg Laurie on Feb 21, 2014

With every choice, we are either sowing to the flesh or to the Spirit!

Unchangeable Laws My wife came home from the market a while back and asked me to unload the car. We have an SUV, and when I opened it, one bag fell out to the ground. Now there were maybe ten bags inside which were full of cans, vegetables, boxes, etc. And in one bag, a carton of eggs. So which ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Today Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 15, 2014

Part 1 of this series focuses on the genealogy of Adam to Noah. I specifically explain what really happened with the flood and how their lives are similar to what we are seeing today.

Today (Part 1) Scriptures: Genesis 3:17-19; 5:3-32 6:3; Jude 14-15; Introduction: The title of my message this morning is “Today” and this will; be part one as I will not be able to complete this message this morning. As I worked on this message, it was a struggle. I struggled ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Today Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 30, 2014

Part two focuses on how we need to understand that our days here on earth are transient and that we must find ways to use them for God's service. It includes a personal testimony of how God dealt with me as I was experiencing some things.

Today (Part 2) Scriptures: Psalm 39:4, 5; 90:9-12; 139:16, 23, 24; 73:3, 5, 7, 13-14, 17, 21-24; Matthew 6:25-34 Psalm 73:3, 5, 7, 13-14, 17, 21-24 Introduction: Two weeks ago I shared with you part one of this series I’ve titled “Today”. In pat one of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:3-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gideon - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 14, 2014

Gideon has an encounter with The Angel of The LORD! Who is this? Is He just another nameless angel? Or is He God in human form prior to the Incarnation?

Last week in verses Judges 6:1-10 Israel had been committing spiritual adultery That’s not a term I made up Many of the prophets used the term adultery because it was graphic We are to be the bride of Christ God disciplined them in an attempt to bring them back to Himself He gave ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Truthiness Part I Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 19, 2014

All scripture is inspired by God and is useful...

Title: Truthiness (Part 1) Text: II Timothy 3:14-16 Thesis: All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful…” Series: Belonging, Believing and Becoming I invite you to journey with us as people who value: • Belonging to a caring faith community. • Believing the truth of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gideon - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 22, 2014

This sermon takes us through the bulk of Judges 6 mostly as a narrative with some insight included. It then returns to vs 13 where Gideon accuses God of abandonment. Compares Gideon's doubts w/David's eagerness w/Goliath. Then asks, "How about you?"

We’ve been taking a look at the life of Gideon, one of the Judges of Israel in the Old Testament. Was he someone we should model our lives after, someone we should avoid or something in between? Hebrews 11:32-34 “(32) And what more shall I say? I do not have time to tell about Gideon, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-40

Denomination: Nazarene

Truthness Part 2 Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 27, 2014

Those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ are assured of eternal life.

Believing II Title: Truthiness (Part 2) Text: I John 5:11-13 Thesis: Those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ are assured of eternal life. Series: Belonging, Believing and Becoming I invite you to journey with us as people who value: • Belonging to a caring faith community. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gideon - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 29, 2014

So, Gideon's army is gathered but it's too big. How does God whittle it down to size? How does God orchestrate the attack? Who wants equal billing with God in taking credit? Gideon. God deserves all of the glory for all of the great things He does! Amen?

Well, we’ve finally come to Judges 7 where we get to take a look at the great deliverance of the Lord for Israel over the Midianites, the Amalekites and the people of the east. OK, so today, we’re just going to go over a brief recap of the battle with the horde which had gathered in ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Gideon - Part 5 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 5, 2014

Gideon has been coaxed and prodded to and through a battle for the Lord (and Gideon ...) Now, he's in the mop up operation and deals violently with two towns that don't help him out. What are we to think of these actions? Where is the Lord in them?

Well, we’ve finally come to Judges 8:4-21 Note to self: Be familiar enough with this segment of the story so that you can tell it in your own words with confidence. The main battle is over the original odds of 300 to 135,000 has been reduced to 300 to 15,000 or from 1:450 to 1:50. The 300 ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:4-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Gideon - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 13, 2014

The final part of the Gideon saga - Gideon kills the two kings, refuses to lead Israel, makes an idol of an ephod of gold, lives in peace and has seventy sons by many wives and a concubine. What can we learn from the account of Gideon?

We've finally arrived at the end of the saga of Gideon, one of the judges of Israel. Judges 8:18-35 Recount the story of Zebah, Zalmunna and Gideon’s brothers. Who were the men you killed in Tabor? Kill ‘em, son … Kill us yourself, if you’re man enough! Gideon is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:18-35

Denomination: Nazarene