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Going Forward With God Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Jan 24, 2009

A rather mediocre sermon about Jacob’s facinating encounter with God at the Jabbok. The so-so title tells it all.

If you take the Bible seriously, it’s quite a frustrating book. Within its pages are outrageous commands like “be holy” (1 Peter 1:16) and “offer the parts of your body to [God] as instruments of righteousness” (Romans 6:13). Jesus laid a heavy burden on us when He said, “…be perfect, just as ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Loves Divorced People

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Feb 3, 2009

Jesus hates divorce but He loves divorced people. How do I know -- The Bible tells me so

The Bible is a big book. It contains over 31,000 verses and lots of words. Some verses are difficult to understand and some are so clear that we wish they were harder to understand. Peter addresses this subject when he talks about some of Paul’s letters in particular and all scripture in general. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Difference Makers Settle Differences Series

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 5, 2009

There will always be disputes as long as there is sin in the world. How we handle them tells how God has influenced us.

Difference Makers Settle differences Acts 15 We live in a world that is full of disputes, whether it be about politics, religion, sports, there will always be disputes. We live in a world of dispute and debate. It’s everywhere: at home, at work, in politics, and even in the church! In this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Grace To His Obstinate Children Series

Contributed by Jeff Voorhees on Sep 7, 2008

Isaiah tells the people of Judah that he will be there for them--his obstinate children--even though they rebel against him now.

Isaiah 30 The Promises of God—Grace to Obstinate Children Beloved, For those of you who have had children, did you ever have a particularly obstinate child? All of us have strong willed children. In fact, there are far more strong willed children than compliant children. The scariest part of our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Love Is The Greatest" 1 Cor. 13 Pt 13 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 22, 2008

Paul tells a church which is divided that they need to live and act in love because this is the most excellent way to serve God.

“Love is the Greatest” Opening Illustration: Open with the Jars of Clay video, “They will know we are Christians by our love.” Thesis: Paul tells a church which is divided that they need to live and act in love because this is the most excellent way to serve God. Scripture Texts: I Cor. 12:31: ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Fervent In Your Love

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 12, 2009

Peter tells us that we must be of sound judgment and sober spirit to prepare for the last days in which we live.

Be Fervent in your Love! Prayer Open with prayer … 1 Ki 4:29 As God gave to Solomon … (wisdom, great discernment, breadth of mind) Introduction We will be looking at 1 Pet 4:1-11 … 1Pet 4:1-2 Jews- believed suffering was a great purifier. Suffering tends to distract our focus from the many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Denomination: Charismatic

If God Is For Us..... Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 31, 2009

If God is for us, who can be against us; share the power of eternal life by telling them about Jesus Christ!

Hooray! We will finish the Book of Genesis today!! I hope you have learned how awesome God is and how loving He is! Whenever you open your Bible, will you remind yourself of how it all began: In the beginning God! From the Book of Genesis we learned: God created everything! God promised ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Know Whom I Have Beleived

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 12, 2008

The bible tells us that we are to trust God for all things. Then why do we rely on "self" so much?

April 13, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Proverbs 3:5-10 Subject: Trusting God Title: I Know Whom I Have Believed Author Tim Hansel tells this story in his book, Holy Sweat. One day, while my son Zac and I were out in the country, climbing around in some cliffs, I heard a voice from above me yell, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is Worship? Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 18, 2008

What does the Bible tell us about worship? This sermons summarizes the main New Testament teachings on this controversial subject.

1. Illus. of touring three churches • Traditional church. Only songs they sing are great old hymns of the faith. They sing the doxology after they take the offering. The choir special is an anthem written in the 60’s. The only musical instruments are the piano and organ. The congregation is very ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47

Denomination: Baptist

How To Recognize A Real Friend Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 24, 2008

How can you tell a real friend? Solomon gives us some concrete answers, and they may surprise you!

1. Illus. of Don Johnson • Actor best know for his roles in Miami Vice and Nash Bridges. • Back in the 70’s went through a truckload of cocaine and alcohol. He wrecked a half dozen cars, etc. • In 1983 checked into a rehab center and got clean. Turned his life around. • A reporter asked him if he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:26

Denomination: Baptist

Great Grace #5: Crucified With Christ And Living By Faith Series

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Mar 3, 2013

The Good News of the Gospel tells us that we are justified by faith, crucified with Christ, and we can now live by faith.

GREAT GRACE & FREEDOM #5: CRUCIFIED WITH CHRIST; LIVING BY FAITH INTRO TO TOPIC: WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO LIVE BY FAITH? STORY #1: One night a house caught fire and a young boy was forced to flee to the roof. The father stood on the ground below with outstretched arms, calling to his son, "Jump! I'll ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: *other

Asleep At The Wheel Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 19, 2013

As we look at the disicples this mornig, we see Jesus has a word for us as He tells us to spiritually be awake.

Asleep at the wheel Matthew 26:36-46 Introduction- We started last week a mini -series for Easter called “journey to the cross.” Last week we saw Jesus telling His disciples that if they (we) were truly going to follow Jesus; we would have to do three things. (1) Deny yourself ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Nazarene

The Direction Of Worth Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 8, 2013

This message looks at the value and worth of the gospel and our responsibility to multiply this value and worth through telling others about Christ!

THE DIRECTION OF WORTH Acts 13:42-52 As Paul and Barnabas were leaving the synagogue, the people invited them to speak further about these things on the next Sabbath. 43  When the congregation was dismissed, many of the Jews and devout converts to Judaism followed Paul and Barnabas, who talked with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Lone Manger - The Real Story Of Christmas

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Dec 13, 2012

This message tells of how a Savior was born in a Lone Manger to resue His people from sin. This is the true meaning of Christmas.

The Lone Manger – The Real Story of Christmas Luke 2:1-14; Isa 9:1-7 Introduction When I was a kid growing up I used to watch the TV show The Lone Ranger He was a Texas Ranger that was one of 13 that had been ambushed and left for dead He was the only one to survive – hence Lone ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Partnership

Contributed by Neil Uebergang on Dec 14, 2012

What does the joy of forgiveness and the joy of partnership of God mean to you? Can others tell that you have joy?

Joy in Partnership 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational