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Three Views Of Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Terry Rolen on Feb 15, 2007

based on 34 ratings

| 10,239 views

In this sermon we will explore three ways "grace" is used in Romans 5. Grace as a place, grace asthe manner in which God reaches to us, and grace as salvation.

Three Views of Amazing Grace Romans 5 Grace is a thoroughly biblical concept. More precisely it is thoroughly New Testament concept. And no author of the New Testament uses the word more often, more broadly than Paul. Grace is used just a handful of times in the gospels. But approximately 50 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-21

Denomination: Church Of God

I Once Was Lost

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 13, 2005

based on 55 ratings

| 7,885 views

The three parables of Luke 15

ABC’s Emmy Award-winning show Lost is now in its second season. It’s website sums up the show this way: “After Oceanic Air flight 815 tore apart in mid-air and crashed on a Pacific island, its survivors were forced to find inner strength they never knew they had in order to survive. But they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

Living In God's World & God's Way (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Mar 13, 2007

based on 18 ratings

| 12,450 views

In this message I want to show you what I think God will do with your passion and drive this year, if you use Col. 3:23(or one of your choosing) as a motivational device.

Sermon Series:2007-Releasing Your Drive and Passion for God Today’s Message: Living in God’s World & God’s Way (Part 1) Text: Colossians 3:23 - NIV; NLT; MSG Dr. Ken Squires, Jr. January 07, 2006 Edited by Dale Weaver (23) Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessed Are Those Who Hunger And Thirst Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Sep 30, 2005

based on 45 ratings

| 10,290 views

God wants us to hunger and thirst after Him (4th Beatitude)

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness for they will be filled. (Matthew 5:6) 1Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3The tempter came to him and said, “If you are the Son of God, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope Waits Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 12, 2005

based on 48 ratings

| 8,361 views

Our hope in heaven gives us the ability to endure the struggles of life.

Hope Waits Revelation 21: 1 - 4, 15 - 27 Three weeks ago we began a series of messages on hope. In the first we talked about the power of memory. Our hope for the future depends upon our memory of the past. When we recall God’s faithfulness through the ages we can face the future with hope. In the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bad Girls Of Jesus' Genealogy Series

Contributed by Robert Warren on Mar 11, 2005

based on 26 ratings

| 21,531 views

By examining the four women in Jesus’ genealogy we see God’s love and grace by sending a savior for all people.

“The Bad Girls of Jesus’ Genealogy” Matthew 1:1-17 Robert Warren Westmoreland Church of Christ March 6th, 2005 1. Once again I am going to preach from Matthew 1:1-17 which is the genealogy, or family tree, of Jesus, the son of Abraham, the Son of David. a. Last week we looked at the whole list of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is That In Your Hand?

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

based on 71 ratings

| 17,527 views

Encouraging people to use what ever God has given them for his service - Example of Moses and his staff.

What is that in your hand? It is so encouraging isn’t it to see how many people are involved in ministry in this church. That says to me that there are many people who are serious about using their gifts and talents for God. This is encouraging because this means that you either 1) know what ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ - Master Military Strategist

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 6, 2003

based on 64 ratings

| 6,679 views

We need to trust Christ’s "war plan", even when it seems the battle is going against us.

Over the past couple of weeks, since the war in Iraq began, we have been subjected to a barrage of television commentators expressing their views on the conduct of the war. Every channel has their own set of talking heads – retired generals arguing about whether we have enough troops and tanks on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

An Unguarded Moment Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Nov 5, 2002

based on 58 ratings

| 10,961 views

#1 of 4 sermons dealing with David’s sin with Bathsheba, its effects and David’s ultimate restoration.

An Unguarded Moment (2 Samuel 11:1-13) I. David’s Sin Surprises and Shock Us A. David’s reputation B. Bathsheba’s beauty C. Uriah’s integrity II. David’s Sin Was Doubly Tragic A. David was not where he should have been B. It was not a great passion Introduction Marriage is a sacred relationship. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Don't Just Do Something, Sit There

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Nov 5, 2003

based on 184 ratings

| 37,291 views

There are two things we should remember about prayer. One -- we should retreat from the busy-ness of the world on occasion to have quiet time of prayer with God. Second -- AMEN doesn’t mean ’good-bye God’ but rather ’Action.’

A few years ago I was in a conversation with some folks and we started talking about Sunday morning worship and each of us began sharing what was his or her favorite part. One person said it was the Apostles’ Creed, because it was at that moment that he was able to stand up and declare his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:28-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Facing Giant Problems

Contributed by Mark Engler on Sep 7, 2002

based on 124 ratings

| 28,925 views

David faced gaint problems. In Facing Goliath he faced one of the biggest problems in his life. This sermon takes a look at how he dealt with that problem and it applies it to everyday life.

Sermon by Rodney Brown, Revised by Mark Engler “FACING GIANT PROBLEMS” 1 Sam. 17, Psalm 20:7-8 If you were asked to name a great battle, what would come to mind? Pearl Harbor? Gettysburg? The Alamo? Maybe what began at the World Trade Center almost a year ago? Some battles are a bit ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7-8, 1 Samuel 17:8-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Battle

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 15, 2002

based on 69 ratings

| 11,252 views

To win the battle, you must: 1. Understand the reality of evil. 2. You must be prepared for battle. 3. You must be strengthened by prayer.

Neville Chamberlain was known for his policy of appeasement. As the prime minister of Britain before World War II, he knew that the country was still weary from the first World War, and wanted to avoid a European war at all costs. The problem was that at the same time Hitler was planning to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Methodist

Survivor 3: How To Survive The Failure Of Sin Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Sep 30, 2002

based on 358 ratings

| 27,710 views

The third message in my SURVIVOR series, showing how we can receive forgiveness and restoration when we sin (09-29-2002).

Opening Illustration Two Kentucky horse racing stable owners had developed a keen rivalry. Each spring they both entered a horse in a local steeplechase. One of them thought that having a professional rider might give his horse an edge in the race, so he hired a hot-shot jockey. Well, the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

It's In Your Blood

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 1, 2002

based on 127 ratings

| 14,704 views

All that a Christian is and does is due to the fact that the Holy Spirit brings him to faith and works in him.

May 5, 2002 John 14:15-21 It’s In Your Blood “If you love me, you will obey what I command. 16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Lutheran

A Fresh Touch From God Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 27, 2004

based on 21 ratings

| 10,635 views

The Christmas Touch - part 3 Lessons learned from the shepherds.

Advent: This morning our journey to Bethlehem continues. The season surrounds us and the pace quickens as we count down the final days to Christmas. Amidst the hustle and bustle we sometimes suffer from tunnel vision. We’ll wake up one day and realize Christmas has come and gone and we missed what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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