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Stephen: His Life & His Love; Pt 1 By Dr. Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 7, 2004

While in seminary, I was asked, "What is the best translation of the New Testament?" I replied, "My Grandmother." Today Stephen serves as our best example of the qualities of a servant. Let’s examine them together!

Introduction I. I was standing in the hall following Chapel at Seminary and was asked by a fellow student, what I thought was the best translation of the New Testament was, I replied, "My Grandmother..." Surprised my friend continued his questioning by returning with, "I didn’t know your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

"The Table" By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Nov 9, 2004

Two bits of advice, Always drink upstream from the herd and never loose sight of the important things in life. Especially as a Christian the purpose and blessing of coming to the Lord’s Table. Let’s examine this together!

Introduction Introduction It is called a variety of things: Eucharist, Holy Communion; The Lord’s Table; The Lord’s Supper. It isn’t what it’s called as it is that we Remember! I believe that today’s Church and Congreation has lost sight of the preciousness of the Lord’s Table. What we SEE is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:18-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Puzzle Of Powerful Patience Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 5, 2006

Christians come in all different shapes and sizes. Different backgrounds make it difficult for them to all get along. Patience is the Spirit given quality that helps us fit everyone together into a church that praises God.

OPEN: How many of you like to put together jigsaw puzzles. Diana and I have always doing that… although we’ve not done it nearly so much since we’ve had kids. Sometime ago, I ran across the following article: “Everything I needed to know about life, I learned from a jigsaw puzzle.” 1. Establish the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Transformed

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

In this coming year we hope to work well together as a church in the tasks to proclaim Christ and to worship Him. Before we can do so as a church, we as individuals need to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.

Introductory Considerations 1. One of most beautiful expressions of worship and praise is Handel’s Messiah - I love to hear good orchestra play this wonderful work and listen to choir sing the chorus. 2. Perhaps I am picturing an ideal situation in my mind, but I like to think of the church as an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Overcoming Divisive Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many great congregations have suffered from people with divisive attitudes. The Lord has placed each of us in His body to be lovingly united in spirit, intent on one purpose, striving together for the faith of the gospel.

Overcoming Divisive Attitudes Illustration:A monk joined a monastery and took a vow of silence. After the first 10 years his superior called him in and asked, "Do you have anything to say?" The monk replied, "Food bad." After another 10 years the monk again had opportunity to voice his thoughts. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Religiously Transmitted Diseases

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 18, 2009

Did you know that there are spiritual diseases you can catch from practicing your religion? Jesus shows us two of them in Luke 15:11-32. Let’s explore them together.

RELIGIOUSLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES 2 RELIGIOUSLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES IN LUKE 15:11-31 September 20, 2009 ________________________________________ (I credit Ed Gungor for the title of this message. His book entitled "Religously Transmitted Diseases" served as a jumping off point for me to write ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Enduring Faith

Contributed by John Harper on Feb 3, 2009

Faith and endurance go together. Faith is not faith without endurance. Let’s stop bragging about our faith, and let’s live out a faith that will endure any situation that we may face.

“ENDURING FAITH” Hebrews 11:30-40 January 25, 2009 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God Introduction: A small boy riding a bus home from Sunday school was very proud of the card he had received, which had a picture and a caption that read: “Have Faith in God.” Then to his dismay the card ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Prayer: #1-Access Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 2, 2009

The first message in a series on the Power of Prayer written by Max Lucado, This message deals with our access to the throne room of Heaven showing that Father, Son, and Spirit all work together to give you access in prayer.

Power of Prayer #1:ACCESS Ephesians 2:18 CHCC: June 7, 2009 (from Discover the Power of Prayer by Max Lucado) VIDEO: Break Down the Wall INTRODUCTION: St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome has a holy door called the “Porta Sancta” which is only opened during a Holy Year of Jubilee which occurs ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Home Improvement

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 11, 2007

These are very serious times in which we live and nothing is more important than the training of our children to be followers of God. Pastor Greg Phillips, children’s pastor of COTR, and myself taught this sermon together.

(GARY)(Put on tool belt- get from tool box) Talk this morning about families and children. I have asked Pastor Greg- Children’s Pastor- to team up with me on this topic. Our theme is- Home Improvements. Around my house there is always something that needs to be repaired or improved. A house in many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Charismatic

Stuck On Jesus

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 3, 2008

This sermon gives details about the adhesive protein called ’Laminin’ that holds our body’s cellular structure together. That protein molecule is in the shape of the cross. Audio, text, communion message will be at www.sermonlist.com

(Links to all photos are at bottom of last page) I should begin by telling you that this is not one of my regular sermons. It is a teaching sermon, but what it teaches is primarily the concept of God’s greatness. The focal point of this sermon is to show you how powerful and how magnanimous ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: *other

Faith, Part 4 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 24, 2011

Part 4 of 6 in a series on exploring "Faith". This message focuses on understanding that in our faith we must come together at the church for one purpose -- to continue the Earthly ministry of Jesus Christ by introducing others to the Father.

The Purpose of the Church (Faith Series, Part 4) Various Scriptures - Always been varying opinions about the functions of the church - This morning, we are going to look at its four highest priorities - As we seek to grow in faith, we must continue to grow towards God - When things continue to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parable Of The Laborers In The Vineyard Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 15, 2007

Is God really fair? Our Lord’s Justice, Faithfulness, Sovereignty, and Judgment all come together as He answers Peter’s questions. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

The Laborers in the Vineyard Matthew 20:1-16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/LaborersInVineyard.html I. THE SETTING A. THE CONVERSATION WITH THE RICH YOUNG RULER - Mt 19:16-22 1. Jesus had been approached by this man with a question concerning eternal life 2. In the course of their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Discipline Of Fasting

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Feb 23, 2020

Ezra the scribe knew his people needed to prepare their hearts for the difficult and dangerous journey ahead. In this sermon we look at why we as the church are called to fast and pray together, especially during the season of Lent.

A FAMILY ON THE MOVE For our family, there is rarely any experience more stressful than preparing for a trip back to Iowa to visit our parents. The kids are always excited about the prospect of staying in motels, of visiting with Grandma and Grandpa, of going out to eat at restaurants, and of ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21-23, Nehemiah 1:1-6, Jonah 3:5-10, Joel 2:12-13, Psalm 35:11-14, Psalm 69:9-12, Matthew 6:16-18, Acts 13:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

A Passion To Serve

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 3, 2020

There is this big disconnect between loving the Lord and serving Him because many who say they love the Lord really don’t love Him. We will learn today that Jesus links together love and service.

If one were to take a survey and ask Christians the question “Do you love the Lord” the results of the survey would probably indicate that 99.9% of all surveyed "loved the Lord." Most would even say they "loved the Lord a lot." If one were to survey these same people and ask ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Good News And Bad News Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 8, 2013

The phrase "I have good news and bad news" has pretty much been immortalized. But it reminds us that the sweet and bitter are often mixed together. Revelation paints such a 'good news-badnews' picture of life.

“The Great Unveiling: Good News and Bad News” Rev. 10:1 – 11:19 The phrase of “I have good news and bad news” has pretty much been immortalized. It’s often used jokingly, sometimes seriously; it points to the fact that things could be worse, or perhaps that ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed