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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
This sermon explores the importance of relationships in our spiritual journey, their role in our growth, and how to reflect God's love through them.
Good morning! It is a joy to stand before you today, to share in the fellowship of God's love and to speak on a topic that touches the very core of our existence - relationships. We are, after all, relational beings, created by a relational God. We are not solitary creatures, but ones made for ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 12:26
Topics: Relationships, Shaping
Basic elements of preaching to defend the Christian faith
Lesson Goal Introduce some basic elements of preaching apologetically. Lesson Intro In Philippians 1:7, 17 Paul defended the Christian faith. Defending the Christian faith has a long history. Those who have a particular gift in this area have served the church well throughout Christian history. ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
How do we overcome the fears that threaten to ruin our relationships in life?
Today we want see how God can transform relationships. We want to look at fears that ruin relationships and how to overcome them. To do that, we’re going back to look at the first man and woman. God made Adam and put him in the Garden of Eden, a perfect paradise. Now, after each day of ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 3:6-19
God remains committed and faithful when things go from bad to worse. Restoration matters to God.
We put the fun in dysfunctional. We’re probably a lot like you in that we have struggled in coming to understand why God created us and then placed us in such crazy mixed up families. Can I get a witness? The good news this morning is that we are not alone. Throughout the ages, people have ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 39:2, Joshua 1:5, 2 Corinthians 4:17
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The Bible is replete with stories of individuals who faced the consequences of their actions, and one such story is that of Pharaoh in the book of Exodus.
Pharaoh’s refusal to change his ways and let the Israelites go led to a series of devastating plagues that ultimately resulted in the loss of his son and his army. This article will explore the biblical principles behind Pharaoh’s failure to change for the better and the consequences that ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Exodus 5:2, 2 Corinthians 7:10
Explores the depth of Job's relationship with God, emphasizing the importance and impact of divine intimacy in shaping our lives.
Hey there, everyone! It's so awesome to see you all here. We're about to kick off a talk that I think is going to really hit home for a lot of us. I mean, who among us doesn't long for a deeper, more intimate relationship with God, right? Today, we're going to be hanging out in the book of Job, ...read more
Topics: Job's Relationship, Intimate Relationship, God
So oftentimes, emotions function like the lights on our dashboard. When the engine light comes on, something needs to be paid attention to.
Today I want to talk about our emotional life. Maybe this is an area for you that seems out-of-control for you. Or perhaps the opposite: you feel a bit dead, almost feeling-less. Recently Time magazine even ran an article about how to handle your emotions during tough economic times. I’m ...read more
Scripture: John 11:32-35
Denomination: Vineyard
Helping ourselves and others relate to Jesus not as one who started a new religion… nor who can be known merely through religious tradition… but who defies religious confines… and who seeks relationship.
Intro – One of the more interesting dynamics in my own process of having ‘holy conversation’ is when someone asks what I do. When they discover I’m a pastor… I’ve seen all sorts of things go off. Discomfort with their behavior, discomfort with what they then expect from me, or even just ...read more
Scripture: John 4:4-12
IN A SIMILAR FASHION, WE FOCUS ON OUR FEARS RATHER THAN ON OUR FAITH. We worry because we focus on our wants rather than our abundance.
Do you know the best way to swat a fly? According to the scientific journal NATURE the best way is to take a piece of tissue paper in each hand. Approach the fly from the left and right at the same time, keeping the hands equidistant from the fly and moving to and fro slightly. Then with both ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34
Denomination: United Methodist
Godly imagination to make God more real in your practical, daily life.
Considering the Most Holy Trinity with affection [The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, June 11, 2017] The mystics often use the affective mode of meditation to ponder the Three Persons of the Most Holy Trinity, using their imagination. It's on the level of feelings; an emotionalization ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 34:4, John 3:16
Denomination: Catholic
There is power in the name of Jesus. Many people around the world know the name of Jesus. But, is knowing the name enough?
Random Thoughts "No Jesus" Last week we talked about idolatry. the idea that people make god to fit in their minds and pockets. They say things like "my god wouldn't judge anyone" or "my god wouldn't allow suffering" and of course "my god would never send someone to hell". We discovered that ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:9
Questions at the Last Supper
A. INTRODUCTION 1. The first question was asked by Peter. “Lord, where are You going?” (John 13:36). Answer: “In My Father’s house are many mansions . . . I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2). “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me” (v. 1). a. Jesus ...read more
Scripture: John 14:1
Let me begin by asking you a question that you will probably prefer not to answer. When was the last time your mouth got you in trouble? Have you ever said something this you wish you had not?
“Taming the Tongue” James 3:1-12 Let me begin by asking you a question that you will probably prefer not to answer. When was the last time your mouth got you in trouble? Have you ever said something this you wish you had not? If I were to ask you what is the most hurtful thing anyone ...read more
Scripture: James 3:1-12
The bride’s purity is the foundation of this joyful relationship with the groom. The key thing here is “purity.” This is the overwhelming factor in the bride’s relationship with the groom.
William Bower came to our church a very discouraged, retired pastor who had been abused throughout his pastorates. I knew the background story and when his wife died, he sank into a great slough of despond. When he came to the church, he drug his depression along with him. Nobody ever really saw ...read more
Scripture: Song of Songs 6:4-13
Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance
Jesus teaches that thoughts and words are sin and that they damage relationships.
STICKS AND STONES Matthew 5:21-26 Intro: As I was growing up, one of my favorite shows was the incredible Hulk. How many remember The Hulk? It was a series where the main star David Banner was turned into the Hulk when he got angry. I don’t remember how he got the affliction of turning into ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26
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