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Five Who Followed In Faith

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 9, 2015

Five Men Who Followed Jesus – John chapter 1 verses 35-51 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Ill: • The body of missionary and explorer David Livingstone; • Was buried in Westminster Abbey England in 1874. • But one part of him was missing! • His heart was buried in the Africa he loved. • It was buried at the foot of a tall mpundu tree in a small African ...read more

Scripture: John 1:25-51

Denomination: Brethren

The Challenge Of God's Call-9 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 18, 2015

9 of 10. Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call is a significant challenge. But why? 16 challenges of/to answering God’s call. God’s call presents a challenge to...

The CHALLENGE OF GOD's CALL-IX—Exodus 3:1-22 Assistance/Availability/Discovering/Significance Attention: Need: Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call presents a significant challenge. To What does God’s call present a challenge? 16 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Relational Health Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 3, 2016

TRANSFORMED – How God Changes Us Relational Health – Mark chapter 12 verses 29-30 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A relationship with God the Father through Jesus Christ. (2). A relationships with other people through the power of the Holy Spirit (3). A relationships with other people requires awareness through the Word of God • (3a). Be aware of your priorities. • (3b). ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-30

Denomination: Brethren

The Journey Of Faith Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 31, 2016

In “The Journey of Faith” from Psalm 23, we experience: 1) God’s provision (Psalm 23:1–3) and 2) God’s protection (Psalm 23:4–6).

Psalm 23:1–6. 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Other

Witnessing Like Paul Witnessed Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2016

In this sermon, we review the times Paul was on trial and how he was a good witness during those opportunities.

Introduction: A. One day a small town prosecuting attorney called his first witness to the stand in a trial. 1. The witness was a grandmotherly, elderly woman. 2. He approached her and asked, “Mrs. Jones, do you know me?” 3. The elderly woman responded, “Why, yes, I do know you ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit WHAT IT IS -- WHAT IT DOES FOR YOU -- HOW TO RECEIVE IT

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit WHAT IT IS -- WHAT IT DOES FOR YOU -- HOW TO RECEIVE IT BIBLICAL BACKGROUND "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1

Denomination: Foursquare

A Study Of The Book Of Romans Lesson 33 Series

Contributed by James May on May 20, 2015

Continuation of the expository study of the Book of Romans

Book of Romans Study Lesson # 33 – Romans 12:14-16 By Rev. James May As we continue our study of Romans chapter 12 we will see that the Apostle Paul is giving us a lot of practical means of being obedient servants and faithful Disciples of Christ. As we grow in the Lord, the things that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation, 3, Things That Are (On Earth) Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 12, 2015

The fabled letters to the seven churches turn out to be (are you ready for this) letters to the seven churches. Period. Where all the rest comes from I know not. But these churches were chosen because they represent every church that has ever existed.

2a. The things which are (on earth). (2-3) The communication to the seven churches of Asia is just what it appears to be: seven letters addressed to seven real churches, blessing them and warning them. All the fantasies of theologians through the years attempting to make these churches into ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Loving The Brethren-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 21, 2015

2 of 8. Peter exhorted the aliens to love their brothers & sisters in Christ as they were also loved by God. Christians are to love as they are loved by God. But how are they to live out that love? God’s love is lived out thru an encounter with...

LOVING THE BRETHREN-II—1Peter 1:22—2:12 Attention: So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that Christians are...CONSIDERED ALIEN(:1-2)... We’ve examined...WHAT’s So GREAT About GOD—(:3-12) And discovered God’s means of...UNLEASHING Your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Good People Suffer?

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 25, 2015

This is a lesson about terrorists and falling towers. Everybody still talks about that day; it was a day of tragedy and injustice. People were going about their business when they were suddenly and brutally killed.

11-18-04 Why Do Good People Suffer? Luke 13:1-13:9 INTRODUCTION Today, I want to speak to you on “Why Do Good People Suffer?” I’ve taught on suffering before. In fact, one lady told me, “Preacher, I never knew what suffering was until I heard you preach. Now I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of God's Guidance Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jun 15, 2015

After the giving of the Law to Moses, it is time to move forward and prepare the people to claim the Promised Land. Along the way, though difficult the way maybe, God has promised to guide them until they reach their eternal destination.

THE PROMISE OF GOD'S GUIDANCE SCRIPTURE READING: Exodus 23:20-26 (NIV) 20 “See, I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared. 21 Pay attention to him and listen to what he says. Do not rebel against him; he will not forgive your ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-33

Denomination: Nazarene

Seven Biblical Principles To Fortify Faith Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jul 4, 2015

Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. (Colossians 2:6-7ESV)

There are seven vital Principles that Fortify Faith: Decisiveness, Diligence, Determination, Dedication, Discipline, Dependence and Discernment. Bible Reference (Colossians 2:6-7, James 1: 8, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Proverbs 4:23, 1 Corinthians 2:2, Romans 12:1, 1 Timothy 4:7, John 15:5, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does Our Church Government Look Like? Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 4, 2015

Are we patterned on Rome, on America, or on the Bible in our church? Who is in charge?

CHURCH GOVERNMENT If Paul were to visit other American congregations, he might be just as appalled at the male leadership as at the female. He would see that, in the main, congregations are built around one man. And with sorrow he would note that the size of the congregation is in direct ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Power Series

Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Jun 7, 2012

The logos of the cross, the message of the cross is that Christ crucified is the power and wisdom of God.

Spiritual Power 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5 For our culture the big event today is not church. It’s the Giants and the Patriots in what we call the Superbowl. Who knows how many words have been spent analyzing who has the wisest strategy to win? Which advertisers will create the best commercials and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Jun 7, 2012

Spiritual maturity comes not in some “new” teaching, but through a deeper grasp of the cross of Christ.

Spiritual Maturity 1 Corinthians 3 For those of you who are new, we are in a series called Spiritual Wisdom in a Foolish World, looking at deep roots of our faith. The Apostle Paul wrote a letter to the Christians in ancient Corinth in Greece. The churches there were filled with immature people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free