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Walking For Our Life As A Follower Of Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 27, 2015

This message looks at the christian walk as a lifestyle

WALKING FOR OUR LIFE AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST Philippians 3:16-19 however, let us keep living by that same standard to which we have attained. 17  Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who walk according to the pattern you have in us. 18  For many walk, of whom I often told you, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Foundations Of The Faith: Baptism

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017

BAPTISM IS ONE OF THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH. SOMETIMES WE GET SO FAMILIAR WITH WHAT WE BELIEVE THAT WE LOSE SIGHT OF THESE BASIC THOUGHTS. REVIEW IS OFTEN TIME WELL INVESTED.

FOUNDATIONS OF THE FAITH: BAPTISM MATTHEW 3:13-17 TODAY WE ARE CONTINUING WITH OUR SERIES ON THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH, BY LOOKING AT BAPTISM. BAPTISM IS A CONTROVERSIAL POINT OF CHRISTENDOM, AND IT IS NOT MY POINT TO ADD FIRE TO THE CONTROVESY, BUT TO EXAMINE WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAY ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Dust: An Emblem Of God's Glory

Contributed by Tristan Jether Orpiada on Jul 9, 2019

WHAT A GLORIOUS EXPERIENCE WE WILL BE WITH GOD. FROM DIRTY DUST TO DIAMONDS. FROM BEING PRICELESS TO BEING PRECIOUS JEWELS . WE ARE THE EMBLEM OF GOD’S GLORY!!!

GENESIS is the book of origins and beginnings. That is why we derived the word “GENERATION” from its name. Here, we read the story of God’s marvelous creation of the universe, the heavens and the earth. Every living things plants and animals namely, land and water bodies, celestial bodies such as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Apostolic

Commanded To Function Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2019

The function that God has commanded all of us to have in Leviticus 11:45 God commands, “you must be holy because I am holy”.

We continue in our series dare to be different and this month our theme is different function. The word Function is a Noun and it means an activity that is natural to or the purpose of a person or thing. So for this all-age service what I want us to think about is the function that God has ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:45, Exodus 20:1-17, Ephesians 1:4-7, 1 Peter 1:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Second Coming Of The King Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Second Coming of the King

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Second Coming of the King Luke 17:20-37 December 6, 2009 We are in the middle of three weeks on the kingdom. Last week I spoke on the nature of the kingdom; this week I want to share about the second coming of the kingdom or the consummation of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Priestly Blessing Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 27, 2015

God blesses us and causes us to be a blessing to others. We need to learn what it means to bless, and to let people know we are blessed.

“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.” In Fiddler on the Roof, a man from the Jewish village of Anatevka asks the Rabbi, “Is there a blessing for the Czar?” The ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Congregational

The God Of The Unexpected (Part 5 Exodus) Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on May 12, 2018

At the Red Sea the Israelites are caught between the Red Sea and the Army. They have no Idea that God is about to do the unexpected. What challenges in your life call for you to look to an Unexpected action by God

Exodus 14:10-22 10 As Pharaoh drew near, the Israelites looked back, and there were the Egyptians advancing on them. In great fear the Israelites cried out to the Lord. 11 They said to Moses, “Was it because there were no graves in Egypt that you have taken us away to die in the wilderness? What ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord Hath Heard The Voice Of My Weeping

Contributed by Mark Roper on Aug 2, 2013

Growth & maturity come through stress & strain & struggle as we endeavor to live the Christian life.

THE LORD HATH HEARD THE VOICE OF MY WEEPING. 8/4/2013 PAIN PASSES, BUT BEAUTY REMAINS Pierre Auguste Renoir is a famous French artist who lived in the late 19th century to the early 20th century. He was known for his paintings, mostly depicting family life. But there was one disease that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Wonders Of The Spiritual Realm Ii: The Wonder Of A True Friend Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 3, 2019

Jesus our Lord has given His disciples an honorary promotion by elevating our status from servant to friend. What a Friend we have in Jesus! To have a friend, be a friend - as was Jonathan to David.

THE WONDER OF HAVING A TRUE FRIEND How does the honorary promotion that Jesus gave you make you feel? Remember: Jesus elevated your status from “servant” to “friend” (John 15:15) -- when you ...read more

Peter, An Apostle Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 29, 2013

We must know who Peter is to understand his letters.

We will start a new study series today. We will look at the letters from Peter. Open your bibles to 1 Peter 1… Today, we will look at the background of this letter to have a better understanding of what it is saying; but let us go ahead and read v1-9 of 1 Peter Chapter 1; read along with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Times Of Distress Call For Times Of Prayer

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 1, 2013

Verse by verse study form the book of Psalm. David doesn’t ask for immunity from judgement, but for the tempering of God’s discipline with mercy. Listen to Hebrews 12:10-11NLT  For our earthly fathers disciplined us for a few years, doing the best they k

Times Of Distress Call For Times Of Prayer Psalm 6:1-10NKJ O Lord, do not rebuke me in Your anger, Nor chasten me in Your hot displeasure. 2 Have mercy on me, O Lord, for I am weak; O Lord, heal me, for my bones are troubled. 3 My soul also is greatly troubled; But You, O Lord—how long? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Dress A Sermon Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 1, 2020

In order to be presentable, a sermon must be properly dressed!

HOW TO DRESS A SERMON Preaching involves all the components of dressing appropriately for the occasion. You would not go swimming in a three-piece suit and tie any more than you would enter the pulpit in only your underwear! How your dress your sermon will determine your ability to communicate ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:10

Denomination: Church Of God

"Grasping The Great Prize – Horse Race”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 5, 2020

The disciples jockey for #1. Just like in the Kentucky Derby. Jesus reminds them to be humble, trusting as a little child. People graspe for greatness... So did Adam and Eve,

In Jesus Holy Name September 6, 2020 Text: Matthew 18:3,4,10 Pentecost XIV - Redeemer “Grasping the Great Prize – Horse Race” Yesterday was the Kentucky Derby. It was run at the wrong time of the year, few if any fans in the stand…no famous hats on display. No ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:3, Luke 9:46-48

Denomination: Lutheran

The Challenge To Eat Right (Spiritually) Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 7, 2020

In this world, we, as Christians, eat a whole lot of junk that the world says tastes really good.

Introduction One of the biggest challenges as a parent is to get your young child to eat right. They want to eat junk. When your child hits the preteen age, their favorite food is not broccoli but McDonald Chicken nuggets (for some reason all kids love McDonald chicken nuggets). Once again ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Deep: Redeemed #3 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 27, 2019

A decision to follow Jesus allows us to radically disregard our past so that He can partner with us for the healing of the world in Jesus’ name.

Over the course of the last 2 weeks, we have been swimming through our message series we entitled, “Deep.” For those who haven’t been with us, let me bring you up to speed. We are reading through the story of the Samaritan woman at the well. You find the story in John 4. The first week was about ...read more

Scripture: John 4:28-42, 1 Corinthians 3:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational