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You Were Created To Become Like Christ Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

You were created to become like Christ

“YOU WERE CREATED TO BECOME LIKE CHRIST” Sunday, May 16, 2004 Welcome back to the 4th week of 40 Days of Purpose where we have taken 40 days out of our schedule and set them aside as a church and as individuals to discover the answer to the question “What on Earth are we here for?” How are we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Part 4: Gideon V. Midian Series

Contributed by James Jackson on May 4, 2021

For the fourth time, Israel repeats their sin cycle. Why can't they just stay saved?

[Open with video of opening scene from "The Incredibles," where Mr Incredible says, "No matter how many times you save the world, it always ends up in jeopardy again] How many of you have ever felt like Mr. Incredible from that video? “No matter how many times you save the world, it ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 20, 2020

Jesus, the true manna from heaven, offers us bread that will satisfy us for eternity.

I AM…the Bread of Life John 6:22-51 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 9-19-2020 I’m Stuffed! I remember the first time I visited Maxine's grandma in Leesville, Louisiana for Thanksgiving. We ate for what it seemed like for hours - multiple courses and several desserts that ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

What Does He Want From Me?

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Dec 6, 2005

God uses faithful people to achieve His purposes of redemption.

#2005-49 Title: What Does He Want From Me? Text: Luke 1:5-9, 11-17, 57-60 Truth: God uses faithful people to help achieve His purpose of redemption. Aim: To encourage availability to God for His purpose of redemption. Life ?: What does God want from Me? INTRODUCTION I suppose the most ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-60

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving Living!

Contributed by Tim Diack on Oct 8, 2012

Does living with an attitude of gratitude depend upon our circumstances - which are always changing - or is true thanksgiving living rooted in a deeper truth? Read on to discover how we can live with thanksgiving in our hearts every day of the year!

Thanksgiving Living! - Psalm 100 Series: Thanksgiving Well as I begin this morning I want to share with you a letter written by a young woman who had recently left her home in small town Canada to attend college in the big city. This is what she writes: ["Dear Mom: I’m so sorry that I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: *other

Spiritual Warfare: The Flesh Vs. The Spirit Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 1, 2019

Galatians 5:16–18 introduces the passage by setting forth the nature of Spiritual Warfare between the flesh and the Spirit. In this we see 1) The Warfare Command (Galatians 5:16), 2) The Warfare Conflict (Galatians 5:17), and 3) The Warfare Caution (Galatians 5:18).

One of the most tragic elements of warfare is the event of collateral damage. Often in military operations, civilians are caught in the crossfire. Whether it is in Palestine or Iraq, civilians often get hurt between two fighting forces. Sometimes, one side, usually the weaker one, deliberately puts ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-18

Denomination: Other

Extreme Makeover: Big Ears Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Mar 26, 2004

This is the first sermon in a series titled Extreme Makeover. Jesus wants to give you big ears so that you can hear his word and do what it says.

EXTREME MAKEOVER: BIG EARS James 1:19-27 March 28, 2004 Series Introduction: Our culture today is really into makeovers. There are all kinds of reality makeover programs on television today. Most deal with getting a new haircut, a new hair color, help with makeup and a new wardrobe. But a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Bulging Eyes Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 22, 2012

The bulging eye’s disease which Jesus is talking about here is directly related to what our minds and hearts dwell on. When Jesus readjusts the false scale for sin he makes it clear that lusting after another is already the first step of sin and the same

Series: Cliff Hangers Jesus teaching from the Sermon on the Mount: These teachings were risky, some would even say very dangerous, they would be teachings that would be opposite of what the religious leaders of the day were teaching, and they would become points of dissension and points of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wise Up About Your Life Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Apr 8, 2002

An introduction to wisdom, proverbs, and four prerequisites to wising up about our lives.

All of us carry with us the collective wisdom passed on to us by the people who’ve been most significant in our lives. We’ve picked this wisdom up from parents, friends, teachers, coaches…all the people who shaped and molded us as we were growing up. Some of this wisdom is very helpful. But some of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 3:19-20, Proverbs 3:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Man's Home Is His Castle

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jul 25, 2003

This is the first sermon in a series on Esther. It focuses on control. We can’t control life or anything about it. But we can yield control to God.

Esther 1 July 27, 2003 “A man’s home is his castle” INTRODUCTION A rather weak-willed husband who was having some trouble getting his wife to submit to him went to a psychiatrist to get some help. He was advised by the psychiatrist to assert himself. "You don’t have to let your ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Going All The Way! Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 10, 2001

As we study the early part of the book of Joshua today - I want us each to consider what it means for us to cross over ‘our’ spiritual Jordan AND go ALL the way with God (Real People - True Stories - part six)

"Joshua, Going All The Way...." Real People - TRUE Stories Part 6 TEXT: JOSHUA 1-4 [1:1-9] I am sure that most of us have heard the expression that Almost only counts in horse shoes and hand grenades. To almost hit your target with a grenade or to almost get a ringer, sometimes is good ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disciples Or Dabblers?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 15, 2022

This sermon was a four-part podcast at GodNAmerica.com which asked: Are we fully committed to Jesus or just dabbling in Christianity?

Intro – Part 1 1. Jesus came into the world to “seek and save the lost” (Luke 19:10). In doing so, he changed people from being the disciples of Satan to become His disciples. Jesus did what Rabbis do, they make disciples. 2. To be a disciple, one must follow the precepts and instructions of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"precepts From The Empty Tomb."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 1, 2024

This message relates to the story of Jesus's crucifixion. It depicts the disciples, who were heartbroken and hiding in an upper room after Jesus's death, with their hopes shattered. The message conveys the excitement when Jesus appears before them after his resurrection.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Luke 24:49) "] And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high." (John 20:19-20) [19] "Then ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-20, John 20:21-23, John 20:21-25, John 20:26-29, Matthew 12:40, 1 Peter 3:19-20, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Would Jesus Say To Howard Stern? Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 8, 2002

What Jesus would say about sex and the way our culture views and uses it.

“What Would Jesus Say to Howard Stern?” 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, 1 John 5:2-3, John 15:13 INTRODUCTION: Howard Stern: He’s called “Shock-Jock.” He proclaims himself as “King of the Media.” Maybe he is. He has over 25 million listeners, his radio show is No. 1 in most large city markets and he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8, 1 John 5:3-8

Denomination: Christian Church

The Reality Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 6, 2015

The resurrection changes everything!

The Reality Of The Resurrection Text: John 20:19-29; John 21:15-19 Introduction 1. As Christians, we must remember not only Christ's death but also His resurrection. The resurrection is not only power for eternal living, but for everyday life. This power is clearly revealed in the lives of the ...read more

Denomination: Methodist