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#9 Remove The Weight Bitterness Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2002

We consider the 9th weight of BITTERNESS and how we must unload this weight to grow.

9 of a 12 part series. #9 REMOVE THE WEIGHTS ... BITTERNESS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 12: 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, LET US LAY ASIDE EVERY WEIGHT AND SIN WHICH DOTH SO EASILY BESET US, AND LET SO RUN WITH ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prayer Changes Things

Contributed by Larry Horn on Nov 3, 2001

This sermon helps us understand that if we live for God, Prayer is an effective way to overcome.

God is Still on the Throne and Prayer Changes Things  In today’s modern world sometimes it is hard for us to realize the power of prayer.  Man has accomplished so much that often we look for solutions to life’s problems in the natural world before even seeking God.  I am ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-6, 2 Kings 20:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beauty Of Heaven

Contributed by William Young on Aug 25, 2001

So many good people are misguided as to the true beauty of Heaven

The Beauty of Heaven Rev 21; 1,2 Introduction 1. Scripture distinctly reveals the fact that the world is not destined to remain as it is. 2. Nature reveals this as well in her constant rejuvenation; Summer-fall-winter-spring. 3. For the Christian no thought is more pleasing that the beauty of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Of Samson

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 10, 2001

What can we learn from Samson?

NARRATIVE OF THE LIFE OF SAMSON The circumstances of his birth. 1. Israel had done evil in the sight of God and were under the domination of the Philistines for 40 years. 2. This was a usual cycle for Israel. a. Sin b. Servitude c. Sorrow d. Salvation The family of Samson 1. Manoah was the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Into It!

Contributed by Mike Spain on Feb 25, 2002

Here is a message that is based from The 50 Day Spiritual Adventure "More Than Survivors". It’s has a bit of a postmodern feel to it, but with a strong challenge to get into the everyday world so many Christians are offended by.

INTRO: Here’s a question! Have you ever spoken with someone visiting from another country? What’s the one thing we always seem to ask a foreigner? “How do you like America?” And what’s the one thing they always seem to say in return? “I like America. America very good”, or whatever the variation of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-28, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can Count On God

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Realizing God's faithfulness makes prayer less difficult.

Thesis: Realizing God's faithfulness makes prayer less difficult. Intro.: 1. One of the most difficult things for a Christian is often represented as one of the easiest--prayer. a. Prayer is difficult. b. Not the "pat," "stock," rote, routine prayers we all get used to saying, but real, deep, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-8

God Can Use You

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Sep 1, 2002

God often uses the most unlikey people to do His work. He can use you as well. Note: At the (*) I has asked a violin player to beging playing the hymn "Amazing Grace". I would imagine that your piano or organ player could do the same. The effect was phen

God Can Use You 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 Intro: It never ceases to amaze me the people that God chooses to do His work. -We would choose “the wise, the mighty, the weak”. Vs 26 -Instead God uses... (Vss. 27,28) -"The foolish things of the world to confound the wise;" -"The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of The Cross

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 26, 2002

There is soul saving power in the message of the cross.

THE WORD OF THE CROSS I Cor. 1:17-18 INTRO. "preaching" = word (logos) See John 1:1; explain - What is the significance of a word? Words without proper definitions are just so much useless babble. It is not the word itself that carries power, but rather the meaning of that word. God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Turning Trials Into Triumph Series

Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 14, 2005

We all deal with trials and tribulations each and every day, the world and Christians alike need to know the value of pressing through the tough times!

PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Turning Trials into Triumph” (James 1:2-4) INTRO.  Have you heard: “When life hands you a lemon make lemonade”  This is much easier said than done… but the idea is sound! - it is biblical - Many bible characters have shown that with God’s help they can ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Future Of The Fantastic Family.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Apr 9, 2005

For every born-again believer, the best is yet to come.

The future of the fantastic family. Revelation 21: 9 -- 22: 5. 04/10/05 When Jesus attended the marriage at Cana, the people ran out of wine, the fruit of the vine. The mother of Jesus came to him and told him the situation about the wine running out. Jesus told some of his disciples to take ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is Like A Box Of Jell-O

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jan 11, 2005

Sermon highlighting the impact of attitude upon successful Christian living.

LIFE IS LIKE A BOX OF JELL-O Mark 4:26 TEXT: Jesus also said, “Here is another illustration of what the Kingdom of God is like ..." (NLT) PROPOSITION: To motive the unsaved hearer and saved hearer to give his/her life fully to the care of God. INTRODUCTION: Have on display several boxes of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26

Denomination: Nazarene

God Of The Mountain And God Of The Valley

Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 6, 2006

No matter where we are, He is God. He is faithful in the mountain and the valley!

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA The God of the Mountain & The God of the Valley I Kings 20:22-29 Intro: This is a time in Israel when Ahab king of Israel in Samaria had just experienced a great victory in battle against Ben Hadad king of the Syrians. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

El Shaddai- The God That Is More Than Enough

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 23, 2005

When you come to the place where he is all you have, you will find that he is all you need! He is more than enough.

From The Desk Of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA El Shaddai- The God That Is More Than Enough Exodus 6:1-9 Intro: In this passage Moses is going to the Hebrew Children in Egypt to preach a sermon of hope to them. God says that he is going to lead them out of bondage. He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:1-9, Exodus 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Marvel Of Springtime

Contributed by Charles Clary on Mar 19, 2002

The onset of Spring is set forth as a glorious picture of Christ’s renewal of His church.

On March 20th you and I will enjoy another vernal equinox or the coming of Spring to the Northern Hemisphere. What a glorious time of the year! One of the great poets said, "The trumpet of prophecy, O Wind. If Winter come, can Spring be far behind?" Spring casts its magical spell over young ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:10-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Be Deceived

Contributed by Wade Biggs on Oct 18, 2000

Too many people in the Church are deceived today concerning God's wisdom, word, will, and His way.

Too many people in the Church are deceived today concerning God's wisdom, word, will, and His way. They are following after their hearts instead of the Heart of God. David was a man after God's own heart, but it wasn't God who lead David to do what he did with Bathesheba. What we need to-day in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:8-16