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  • Your Attitude Is Everything

    Contributed by Dan Steadman on Jul 31, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,376 views

    Comparison of the prayers and attitudes of the publican and the Pharisee in Luke 18:9-14.

    Luke 18:9-14 Your Attitude Is Everything 1/8/04 Two men went to church. One went to tell God how good he was; the other went to agree with God that he was hopeless without God. Do you know people like these men? Can you picture them in your mind? Into which group do you fall? For ...read more

  • Gripped By Grace Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 30, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,899 views

    The supernatural work of God in changing Saul’s life tells us of God’s grace and hope for the lost.

    In the last few chapters we saw 2 Spirit-filled deacons - Stephen and Philip who became pioneers in bringing the Gospel beyond Jerusalem. • In chapters 9 and 10, Luke tells us of 2 extraordinary conversions – Saul and Cornelius, which eventually set the mission going. Saul’s conversion marks ...read more

  • The Road Trip To Heaven

    Contributed by Tim Larrimore on Nov 12, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,402 views

    TO HELP WHILE ON OUR WAY TO HEAVEN

    THE ROAD TRIP TO HEAVEN Text: 2 Tim. 4:6-8 Intro: All of us have taken trips before. To have a successful trip there are some things you need to do. 1. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT VEHICLE TO GET YOU WHERE YOU NEED TO GO. A) You don’t want something that will breakdown on you half way. 2Ti 4:7 ...read more

  • Detours Series

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Aug 28, 2012
    based on 16 ratings
     | 23,534 views

    Detours send us on unfamiliar routes that require us to trust the sign makers.

    Detours PPT 1 Series Title Slide PPT 2 (Image change ahead, and definition of a detour) A detour is an unexpected event that changes the course of your life. Today I want to talk about God's involvement in the detours of life. There are many, many examples we could use from scripture but I want ...read more

  • “are You As Faithful As An Elephant?” (Horton Hatches The Egg) Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 1, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,211 views

    This is the first message in a series that examines the parallels between well know Dr. Seuss stories and Biblical Truth.

    Introduction: This series is entitled “The Gospel by Dr. Seuss.” Who would have thought that weaved through out the pages of Dr. Seuss’ stories were nuggets of Biblical truth. As we go through this series we will draw parallels between Biblical truth and some of Dr. Seuss’ ...read more

  • Recognizing God

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,089 views

    Many a times we have wondered what would it be like if God showed up? In fact God is looking for that time alone with you so that you would voluntarily shut yourself out from the busyness of life and respond to His attention. Will we?

    Opening illustration: Children sometimes seem like they have holes in their ears. You tell them what you want them to do, and it goes in and out without ever being registered. But if you promise something special to a child, they will not ever forget. Try to tell your child that you can’t go ...read more

  • "Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Giving Up On Perfect:" Series

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,620 views

    A sermon for the Second Sunday of Advent.

    Luke 1:26-38 “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Giving up on Perfect” (based on Mike Slaughter's book) How many of you have seen the movie Christmas Vacation starring Chevy Chase? The movie has become a holiday favorite. It’s a parody about the false expectations that we often ...read more

  • A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 18, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,845 views

    What if, literally, you or I had been there first-hand, up-close and personal? Would it change our understanding? Perspective? Convictions? Priorities? Lives? What if, we were there as one of His disciples?

    A DISCIPLE 2nd in Series: “What If YOU Were There?” Perth Bible Church, March 28, 2010 AM Service Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: The Passion is not just about Jesus, His disciples, or the people living in Jerusalem 2,000 years ago. It is every bit as much about you and ...read more

  • Struggling With Stress Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,954 views

    Stress is a common reality in life and learning how to cope with stress is essential to walking with Christ

    Struggling with Stress Luke 8:22-25 Series: Winning the Battle with Anxiety May 5, 2013 Morning Service Traits characteristic of the stress-prone: 1. Plans day unrealistically 2. First to arrive, last to leave 3. Always in a hurry 4. Makes no plan for relaxation 5. Feels guilty about doing ...read more

  • A Life Worth Living

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 14, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,767 views

    Sometimes we wonder if our lives really matter. Paul defines a life worth living in this intro to his letter to the Colossians. He reminds us of what truly matters to God.

    Colossians 1:9-14 A Life Worth Living Do you ever wonder if your life has amounted to much? Do you ever rehearse a lifetime of regrets, and wish you had one big do-over, to go back and live life differently? What kind of life should we live if we really want a life worth living? My intent today is ...read more

  • "Two Miracles, Two Expecting”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 16, 2021
     | 3,867 views

    “Expecting” is the word we use when a woman is pregnant. Mary and Elizabeth are miraculously expecting a baby. God's plan for the salvation of humanity and the defeat of Satan's authority enter human history at Bethlehem. Includes a quote from Josh McDowell.

    In Jesus Holy Name December 19, 2021 Text: Luke 1:39,56 Redeemer “Two Miracles, Two Expecting” Some of you had the good fortune of attending a baby shower last Sunday after church. Baby showers are joyous occasions. Everyone celebrates the ...read more

  • Stand Still And Watch

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 3, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,333 views

    The record of King Jehoshaphat learning about a planned invasion of Judah provides an example of how we are to respond when we feel overwhelmed and unprepared when we are attacked.

    Take your bibles and turn to 2 Chronicles 20. We’re going to start in verse 17 and then we’re going to back up and get into the chapter a little bit. (17) Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: ...read more

  • Blind Faith

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 20, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,954 views

    A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent, Year A

    March 19, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9:1-41 Blind Faith Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. A famous test was conducted in 1999 called The Invisible Gorilla. Perhaps you’ve seen the video. ...read more

  • Solomon's Unseen Journey

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,668 views

    Through 'Lessons from Solomon's Unseen Journey,' we'll uncover the deeper parts of his life. / Let me start with a story that might remind us of our journeys

    "Good morning, everyone. Today, we're going to explore King Solomon's story. / Known for his Wisdom, there's more to his life than we often hear about. / Through 'Lessons from Solomon's Unseen Journey,' we'll uncover the deeper parts of his life. / Let me start with ...read more

  • Jesus In The Storm With Us

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 20, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 27,285 views

    Christian faith is secure only when we recognize and live daily with the assurance that God is always with us, even in the storms of life.

    JESUS IN THE STORM WITH US Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36 and Psalm 29:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Christian faith is secure only when we recognize and live daily with the assurance that God is always with us, even in the storms of life. Most of us are acquainted with the story recorded in Matthew’s gospel ...read more