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  • When Life Spins Out Of Control

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 24, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,667 views

    The story of Ruth is a story of a woman whose life has spun out of control. Does she look to society for help? Does she use her sexuality to manipulate others to help? Or does she call on her redeemer?

    Have you ever noticed that so many of the Calls to Worship that we hear in church talk about joy? Ps 66: “Shout with joy to God, all the earth! Sing the glory of his name; make his praise glorious!” Ps 100 “Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him ...read more

  • What Masks Do You Wear?

    Contributed by Warren Curry on Jun 16, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 34,199 views

    The church is supposed to be a family. Why do we have such a hard time letting one another into our lives...we’re not that different.

    What Masks Do You Wear? Hebrews 4:13 The Bible is full of religious festivals and celebrations. They’re even authorized by God to have them. And the Jewish people were very serious about following the rules of having such festivals. The Jews were given many feast days in which to recognize. ...read more

  • Keep Your Focus Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 20, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 69,093 views

    In the midst of trouble, we need to keep our focus

    INTRODUCTION • As we live our lives, it is easy to lose focus on what is important. It is so easy to get caught up in the problems of life that we forget where are focus is supposed to be. • Throughout this letter to the church, Paul has reminded us that Jesus is going to return at any time and ...read more

  • Transformer

    Contributed by John Beehler on Jan 13, 2004
    based on 77 ratings
     | 9,241 views

    Jesus is the “Transformer”, and through his abundant grace we are transformed from plain old water into the finest of wine.

    Water into Wine A minister is driving and he’s stopped for speeding. The state trooper smells alcohol on his breath, and sees an empty wine bottle on the floor, and he says, “Sir, have you been drinking?” And the minister says, “Just water.” The trooper says, “Then why do I smell ...read more

  • Why Crying Makes All The Difference Series

    Contributed by Kent Kessler on Apr 8, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,415 views

    Things we cry about are significant to us. What do you cry about? Are they the things Jesus cries over?

    “When Crying Makes All The Difference” As you look back over your life, what were the things that made you cry? Death. Births. Extremely joyful events: marriage. Physical pain. What do you cry about? What do you cry for? Cry over? It was June 1, 1991 when an officer came into my home and told ...read more

  • Faith That Is Tested

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Oct 25, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,738 views

    Abraham’s life testifies that it is our FAITH that pleases God. But our FAITH must be tested, forging our character and refining our trust to prepare us for the day when our FAITH will become sight.

    FAITH THAT IS TESTED Genesis 22: 1-14 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay October 22, 2006 INTRODUCTION A. About last week’s message. 1. Last week we have learned that trusting the Lord brings: • Deliverance 1. saved us “out from horrible pit;” from helplessness and ...read more

  • Knowing The Heart Of God

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 16, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,108 views

    Know the heart of God for the lost. Looking at the life of Jesus, we come to understand what is needed to reach the lost - compassion.

    Sometime in July, we were looking at this passage during our prayer meeting: • Somehow I was drawn to one particular word, in verse 7. • Jesus says, “I tell you that in the same way, there will be MORE rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over 99 righteous persons who do not need to ...read more

  • A New Look At The Church Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 11, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,510 views

    What does God expect of His church?

    The book of Colossians shows that being connected through faith to Jesus Christ has totally changed our lives: • We have a new hope. • We have a new perspective on life. • We have a new joy. • We have a new family. • We have a new way of living. AUTHOR: The apostle Paul (1:1). Timothy is also ...read more

  • It's A Wonderful Life In The Face Of Trouble Series

    Contributed by Randall Bergsma on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,340 views

    Life is difficult. Christmas can bring crisis for many. But it can still be wonderful because God came in Jesus to be with me.

    Intro: Have you ever felt you might be better off dead than alive? The struggles of life seem to surmount the beauties of life and you begin to wonder “what’s the point?” That’s what happened to Geoge Bailey in the classic film It’s a wonderful Life. In this scene your about to see, George, who ...read more

  • 4 Pictures

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 30, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,023 views

    A sermon of Psalm 107 on 4 pictures of the unsaved

    Sermon for 1/28/2007 Psalm 107:1-32 Introduction: Song by Paul Overstreet- God is good all the time He put a song of praise In this heart of mine God is good all the time Through the darkest night His light will shine God is good God is good all the time WBTU: A. Turn to Psalm 107 and we will ...read more

  • Going Deep And Getting Close Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,803 views

    4th of 4 on Friendship with God. How to get deep and close to God. The secret is not as hard as you may think.

    Going Deep and Getting Close 1 Thess 5:16-18 16 Always be joyful. 17 Pray continually, 18 and give thanks whatever happens. That is what God wants for you in Christ Jesus. Paul writes to Christians in Thessalonica and encourages them to "pray without ceasing". This kind of prayer is less about ...read more

  • The Fruit Of The Spirit- Joy Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 24, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,299 views

    Joy is something that too many of us are missing out on in life.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever been around a person who no matter what is going on around them, seem to be calm and peaceful? • These people seem to have something that is special about them. • As you look at them, you wish that you could deal with life’s problems with the same ...read more

  • Loving God More In The New Year

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 1, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,014 views

    Sermon given on January 1, 2006 to challenge the congregation to love God more in the New Year.

    Loving God More in the New Year Matthew 22:34-39 Interviews and polls taken in America reveal that a high percentage of Americans, 85%, say they believe in God or a higher power. If you walked downtown on the streets of San Jose and asked the question – “What do you believe about God?” You ...read more

  • Encounter The Possibilities

    Contributed by Shane Hart on Jan 13, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,126 views

    Life will be phenomenal if we dare to encounter the possibilities of what God has planned next.

    Title: “Encounter the Possibilities” Text: Eccl. 9:4-10 Theme: Going all out Key thought: With God, this could be a phenomonal year if we will dare to encounter the possibilities. Turn with me to Ecclesiastes chapter 9. With God, this year could be phenomenal if we will dare to encounter the ...read more

  • Connecting With God Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,950 views

    Epilogue to the four message series on Treasure Principles. This message is about the importance of giving thanks and was preached the Sunday following Thanksgiving

    Treasure Principles Connecting With God Habit of Life A thankful spirit is one of the key distinguishing marks of a Christian. It sets us apart from the world, it makes us different. In 21st-century America, we live in an entitlement culture. We have so much wealth as a society that we tend to ...read more