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Mercy . . . Mercy! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 4, 2008

What does it mean to be merciful? Can you be merciful without forgiving others?

Mercy . . . . Mercy November 2, 2008 Matthew 5:3-7 Does anyone who is over 30 years old remember what happened on March 24, 1989? When most of us struggle with what we had for breakfast this morning, this one is a real brain tester. It was a cold night off the coast of Alaska. The captain of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

"Can You See The Manger?"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 17, 2008

This is a sermon for Christmas Eve. (includes quotes from "God Came Near" & "The Purpose of Christmas" Art work can be emailed (a manger set, under a Christmas tree hidden by Christmas gifts)

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2008 Christmas Eve– Luke 2:8-12 Redeemer “Can You See The Manger?” The Christmas event that we celebrate this evening is God’s love story, visible and recorded in human history. The message of Christmas is simple. “You matter to God.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Part 4 - Peace Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 27, 2006

Examine the Spiritual Fruit of PEACE and how we can obtain it.

The Fruit of the Spirit Part 4 – Peace Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on Fruits of the Holy Spirit. We’ve already spoke about what it means to be filled or covered with the Holy Spirit. And we’ve also ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Bible Church

Warnings About Worship Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 11, 2009

Not all worship is acceptable to God

SERIES: “BE SATISFIED” “WARNINGS ABOUT WORSHIP” ECCLESIASTES 5:1-7 OPEN Some warnings seem humorous. I remember seeing a box some years back with the following label: WARNING! This box contains envelopes. It’s been reported that there is a sign posted on a Catholic church that reads: ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born Right The First Time?

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jun 11, 2009

Jesus won’t make you a better man - he’ll make you a new one.

I apologize this morning if you hear me coughing a bit – I’ve been suffering from some sort of the plague. Of course, I haven’t suffered enough to go to the doctor – I am, after all, a guy. I’d like to believe that my suffering has a purpose. That it makes me more of a man. And, when it comes to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Saved?

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 17, 2010

How exactly does one go from death unto life?

HOW TO BE SAVED? Have you come to a place in your life, where you know for certain, that if you died you would go to heaven? The only answer is, “Yes” or “No” or “I don’t know.” If you were standing before God’s right now and He were to ask you, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Reversal Of Fortunes Series

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Aug 23, 2007

True wealth is measured not in money but in faith.

I will send the powerpoint that goes with this sermon for free if you send me an email and reference this sermon title. jaywmc@aol.com “The Reversal of Fortunes” James 1:9-11 “True wealth is measured not in money but in faith.” Sunday Morning Sermon 08.05.07 Intro: (start with title and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Help For The Hard Storms Of Life - Part 2

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 16, 2008

Most of the worst storms we’ll face won’t have anything to do with the weather. But someday, you will find yourself in a storm just as serious as Paul faced here.

Help for the Hard Storms of Life - Part 2 Acts 27:21-44 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 4, 2008 *I’ve been in a few bad storms. In 1982 I was flying to Korea to help negotiate a contract for the Air Force, and while we were out in the middle of the Pacific, we went through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:21-44

Denomination: Baptist

"The Widow's Might"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 24, 2013

God has a claim on your life. He does not just claim a part of you for Himself. He claims all of you. He doesn’t just want part of you…He wants all of you.

HEARTBEATS “The Widow’s Might” Mark 12: 41-44 Burt Reynolds once starred in a film titled “The End.” In the movie he decides to take his life by swimming as far as he can until he is completely exhausted and then not having the strength to get back he thought he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

We Can Do This

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Apr 18, 2012

The mission of the church no matter how you word it is to make disciples

WE CAN DO THIS Matthew 28:18-20 Intro: There’s a story told about a Barber who got saved. Now this Barber was known to be eccentric. He was actually mentally deficient and although he had a good heart, he usually did or said things the wrong way. People would overlook him because they knew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Widow's Might

Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 2, 2014

God has a claim on your life. He does not just claim a part of you for Himself. He claims all of you. He doesn’t just want part of you…He wants all of you.

Burt Reynolds once starred in a film titled “The End.” In the movie he decides to take his life by swimming as far as he can until he is completely exhausted and then not having the strength to get back he thought he would drown. But as he begins to sink under the water he changes his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Claim The Name"

Contributed by John Bergh on Apr 8, 2011

Jesus has many names that tell us He will always be there for us.

Jan. 23, 2011 Isaiah 9:2-7 C & Z “Claim the Name" There are many times in our lives when we take God for granted. For instance we are truly blessed that we can have a meal every day. For many people of the world this is a luxury. The people of Haiti for example have a hard ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Methodist

"Me? Barabbas?”

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 26, 2018

Barabbas watched as Jesus was beaten with HIS beating, as Jesus took up HIS cross, and as Jesus was peirced with HIS nails. He got a special revelation of Jesus as his substitute!

“ME? BARABBAS?” Mt. 27:15-17, 20-26 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: You really wonder about people’s common sense when you’ve read some of these instruction labels: 1. On a hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping. 2. On box of Cracker Jacks: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:15-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Align Your Soul With The Spirit: Discerning God's Voice From Your Inner Voice Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 24, 2024

Have you ever had an experience where you knew that God was telling you to do something? But part of you resists the leading of God. And you ask yourself, “Did God really say that? Or am I just making that up in my own mind?”

I remember early on as a Christian I had a dream. I had listening to different ministries and churches and I was just learning the faith. I remember having a dream one night that I was at this church, big, with many people. But it all felt dead, empty, and I left the building. Outside the building ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Salvation Army

Having Confidence When We Are Fearful

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 7, 2022

What do we do when the ugly little head of fear begins to creep into our lives? What is it that causes you fear? An example of Abram's life shows us what we should do and what we shouldn't do.

Fear. Whether we want to admit it or not, fear is something that we have to wrestle with. The fear of standing on the ladder that's two stories high. Fear of a spider crawling on your skin. The fear of snakes. The fear of standing on a stage with the spotlight beaming on you. The fear of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20, Genesis 13:1-4, Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Baptist