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Return To Me

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Aug 5, 2004

America has strayed so far -- is there hope? I’ve fallen -- is there hope? Look at Jeremiah’s picture of a God who says, "No matter what you’ve done. . . return to me!" *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

The word “return” and its derivatives occurs 112 times in the book of Jeremiah. The picture of God we get is that of a God who is following his chosen people to the very “brink of the falls”, so to speak, saying, “IT DOESN”T HAVE TO BE THIS WAY!” <ILLUS> Niagara falls, the “point of no ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 24:7

Denomination: Holiness

Revelation, Part 34 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 7, 2008

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation, Part 34 Revelation, 17:12-18 Introduction Tonight we will finish Chapter 17 and look ahead a bit in history. Read Rev 17:12-18 Pray As we discussed last week, the 10 horns represent 10 future kings who will give their power over to the anti-Christ, but more importantly – this final ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Woman And The Beast Series

Contributed by Bill Burress on Oct 27, 2008

A look at the woman and the beast

“The Woman & The Beast” Last week we looked at the seven bowls which were God’s final judgments for man on earth. This would be the end of the Tribulation period, which would end with Jesus coming back to earth and stopping the Battle of Armageddon. Up until now John has revealed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If There Is Sin, What Then?

Contributed by Brian Hamrick on Apr 28, 2006

The ins and outs of how to practice church discipline for the glory of God and the good of the church.

If There is Sin, What Then? Matthew 18:15-20 (Given at an associational meeting) All of our churches have the same main problem. It isn’t the number of baptisms we had last year. It isn’t how much we gave to missions. It’s simple. Your church has this problem, my church has this problem, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Expert Witnesses For Christ

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 31, 2005

In a court of law, an expert witness is one who is recognized by others in their field as an expert. According to the law this expert is able to appear before a court of law and is able to justify his or her professional opinion under cross-examination.

Turn Your Bibles to Matthew 4:18-20 Title: Expert Witnesses for Christ Theme: Telling People about Jesus Christ: Introduction: In a court of law, an expert witness is one who is recognized by others in their field as an expert. According to the law this expert is able to appear before a court ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Are You Listening To? Series

Contributed by Susan Blader on Nov 1, 2006

As we face decisions in life, we need to learn how to be discerning and ultimately seek communication with God rather than directives.

Who Are You Listening To? A sermon on Isaiah 30:21and Proverbs 16:29-30 As we begin each day of our lives, we all have decisions to make. Some are easy and some are difficult. And there are many voices competing for our attention and our loyalty. As soon as I rise each morning, often before I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:21

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Tenebrae - Jesus' Funeral

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 2, 2018

This Tenebrae service is designed to be conducted as a funeral service for a dear friend.

Opening congregational hymn - #385 - Near the Cross Welcome and thank you for your time in being here this evening to pay your respects and to show your love for someone whom we loved so dearly. We gather this evening to celebrate the life and accomplishments of Jesus Christ our Lord. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Important Instructions From Jesus Our King (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 24, 2021

Jesus wants us... 1. To make His message our priority (vs. 5-8). 2. To trust in His ability (vs. 8-10). 3. To follow His plan for our service (vs. 11-13). 4. To recognize the danger of rejecting Him (vs. 14-15). 5. To walk in the wisdom of the Lord (vs. 16).

Important Instructions from Jesus Our King (Part 1) The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 10:5-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared December 24, 2021) MESSAGE: *Someone put together a list called "Kid’s Instructions on Life." Nine-year-old Rocky said: "When feeding seagulls, always wear a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

If Rock's Could Talk

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004

A third person Christmas narrative told from the perspective of a rock watching the comings and goings of a millenia of people around Bethlehem.

Year by year we faithfully return to these passages to consider this Christmas story. Most of you have heard the story from childhood on, that the Son of God was born, not in a palace but a stable. So common in this story that we see portions of it painted is store windows, broadcast on TV shows ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Laying Down The Law

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

What do we do with the OT law

Laying down the Law Matthew 5:17-48 5/25/97 Intro: Did you ever hear about the chicken who crossed the road? She laid it on the line! Jesus lays it on the line too in the Sermon on the Mount. Look with me at Matthew 5: 17-48. We just finished looking at the beatitudes, Jesus’ call for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going For The Gold

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Feb 13, 2006

This sermon compares the need for Motivation in order for Olympic athletes to win the Gold to our need for God’s Love to be our Motivation n Going for the Gold in Life.

Going for the Gold in Life 1John 4:7-21 Intro.: A. This weekend the Winter Olympics started. Some of the events include Figure Skating, Bobsleding, the Luge, Downhill Skiing, Speed skating, Cross Country skiing, snowboarding, etc. One of the elements of the Olympics is hearing the stories of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Adventist

Still Not Enough

Contributed by Ben Bannister on Oct 11, 2004

This sermon explains that Christ is the only way to Heaven.

Text: Luke 18:9-14 ETS: Jesus tells a story about a tax collector and a Pharisee. ESS: There are three reasons why the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisee’s is not good enough for God. OSS: The lost and religious will turn to Christ for their salvation. PQ: Why is the righteousness of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

319 - Parallels Of The "Lost” Parables

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Mar 12, 2005

What lesson was Jesus teaching with these three “lost” parables? Jesus was teaching that the purpose he welcomes “sinners” is because they are lost & we the “church” can learn from these steps: Sinners are lost, but we must seek them (evangelize), find

Sermon Study #319 - PARALLELS OF THE “LOST” PARABLES Then last months of the Christ started with the raising of Lazarus and ended with the anointing at Bethany. Within these months, Christ told many parables and conducted many miracles. In these last months, Christ told three most popular ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Religious Party Poopers

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A look at hypocrisy.

In what way was Christianity new and improved from Judaism? Why is it inappropriate for Christians to boring and depressed? Why do so many people have the idea that Christians are narrow minded and uncompassionate people? How can we balance celebration in Jesus with a serious commitment? Well ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Boat Potatoes Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jun 19, 2001

This is the third in a four part series based on Matthew 14:22-32

BOAT POTATOES Matthew 14:22-32 INTRODUCTION: Charles Swindoll, in his book "Three Steps Forward, Two Steps Back," tells the story of a farmer who wanted to impress his hunting buddies. So, he bought the smartest, most expensive hunting dog he could find and he trained this dog to do things no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ