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Prayer Life Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 2, 2022

The very simple parameter to know the will of God for your daily life actions and decisions is, even after your fervent prayer, if you still struggle to go ahead with your decision which is the clear parameter that it’s not the will of God.

Mark 1:35-39, Prayer Life of Jesus Greetings: The Lord is Good, his love endures forever. Introduction: It is said that Satan is afraid of the knees that bend before God. He is not bothered by people who do not pray. He does not bother about the singers, and preachers but only the prayer ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Methodist

The Standard Of The Sleeve Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2022

Sick. Dissatisfied. The never-ending drive to keep up. We have OCD . . . Obsessive Comparison Disorder . . . and it is killing us!

OCD Pt. 1 - The Standard of The Sleeve I. Introduction I am sure it began in elementary school. Looking at the shoes the other kids were wearing. Examining who had the most friends or could jump further when we played the game where you jumped the two ropes on the ground. However, in my day, it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

From The Street Where You Live To The Faraway Towns

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 8, 2021

Jesus' ministry pulls him in two directions: very close to the person in need and outwards to encounter all people. Our first instinct is to keep Jesus solely for ourselves. But as his divine grace lifts us up, he calls us outward into our lives of purpose

February 7, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 1:29-39 From the Street Where You Live to the Faraway Towns Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. When I go for a walk along a neighborhood street, I like to look at the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Lutheran

"Pilgrimage To A Holy Place”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 11, 2021

Transfiguration Sunday, The Mountain top experience was a moment of Intimacy with God. Jesus restores our friendship by his death and resurrection. We have the Holy Spirit as a gift, who still creates mountaintop moments.

In Jesus Holy Name February 13, 2021 Text: Mark 9:2-4 Transfiguration Redeemer “Pilgrimage to a Holy Place” God speaks loudest on mountains. Think Mount Moriah, Mount Sinai, ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Thank God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

People can even take a miracle for granted, and not be thankful. Not being thankful is one of mankind's greatest sins. It shows that man is blind to the grace of God. To go through life and never say thank you to God is to live the ultimate in the cursed life.

Ed Spencer was a hero of one of the worst shipwrecks ever on Lake Michigan. He was studying for the ministry at the Methodist Seminary in Evanston, Ill. On the night of Sept. 8, 1860 he was awakened by the shouts of other students in the dormitory. A shipwreck had taken place not far away. And ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-21

Killing The Prophets

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 24, 2021

Elijah’s persecution has been echoed by many ancient prophets and modern preachers. What can we learn from this faithful messenger’s recovery from a bitter experience? Let’s look at his story in 1 Kings 19:1-21.

Prelude Elijah’s persecution has been echoed by many ancient prophets and modern preachers. Purpose: What can we learn from this faithful messenger’s recovery from a bitter experience? Plan: Let’s look at his story in 1 Kings 19:1-21. He Arose and Ran After his powerful confrontation with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of Worship

Contributed by Michael Mays on Aug 27, 2021

Many have preached on Isaiah 6; this is a music minister's take on the passage, and its implications on godly, righteous living.

I. Introduction A. After attending church one Sunday morning, a little boy knelt at his bedside that night and prayed, "Dear God, we had a good time at church today--but I wish you had been there!" B. In what ways do we evaluate our worship? How do we determine if “God ...read more

Thank God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 30, 2021

Only one out of 10 that Jesus cured of leprosy bothered to come back and thank Him. People can even take a miracle for granted, and not be thankful. Not being thankful is one of mankind's greatest sins. It shows that man is blind to the grace of God.

Ed Spencer was a hero of one of the worst shipwrecks ever on Lake Michigan. He was studying for the ministry at the Methodist Seminary in Evanston, Ill. On the night of Sept. 8, 1860 he was awakened by the shouts of other students in the dormitory. A shipwreck had taken place not far away. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-21

What Do You See When There Is Nothing There?

Contributed by Wayne Dunaway on Jul 5, 2021

The Power of His Resurrection

Introduction: Matthew 28:5-6 1. When the women came to the tomb looking for the body of Jesus, they were told by an angel, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come see the place where the Lord lay.” 2. They came to see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Shoe-Leather Faith Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 30, 2020

Paul continues to deal with the lives we are to live as believers, particularly living out our faith. John MacArthur summarized this passage as possessing shoe-leather faith. Our faith can't be hidden away or only revealed on special occasions, it needs to displayed every day we live.

Shoe-Leather Faith 1 Thessalonians 4: 9-12 The opening verses of this chapter dealt with the lives of believers and their responsibility to maintain godly character and integrity before the world. Paul left them a stirring exhortation in Vv. 1-8. These verses are a continuation of that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

"why Does The Resurrection Matter"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb.

Why does the Resurrection matter? John 20:1-20 History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb. History also records that in the year 483 BC that Buddha who about 80 at the time died from eating ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Take Pleasure, He’s In Control.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 8, 2020

Paul wrote maybe the most interesting book of the NT—2 Corinthians. In fact, I had the privilege of hearing Doctor Archibald Hart. He spent 3 hours speaking on 2 Corinthians, In this 3 hour didactic...

Take Pleasure, He’s In Control. 2 Corinthians 12:7-10NKJV A couple was celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. They had both been exemplary people. Suddenly an angel appeared in front of them; “I have come to grant each of you one request: what have you always wished for?” The woman smiled ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, 2 Corinthians 11:21-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Sweet The Smell Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Apr 18, 2022

Jesus is on His way to Jerusalem. When Jesus arrives there, He will be rejected by the Jews, betrayed into the hands of the Gentiles and crucified on a Roman cross. Jesus is headed to His death at Calvary.

INTRODUCTION: WELCOME! Thank you for allowing me into your lives this morning and Thank you for choosing to worship with us today at The Bridge in this beautiful new facility! God is SO GOOD! We are offically in the Easter season and I am starting a series of messages titled 7 Mile ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Breath Of Fresh Air

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Apr 20, 2022

Life can knock the wind out of us. Jesus shows up in those closed in places where we hide to breathe fresh Spirit into us to empower us to go on living into the mission He has called us into.

SERMON TITLE: A Breath of Fresh Air TEXT: John 20:19-29 (NRSV) I. INTRODUCTION: Have you ever got the wind knocked out of you? Maybe as a child, you fell on the playground, or you were somehow hit in the stomach and couldn’t breathe. It is terrifying in those moments when it seems like time stands ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stir Up The Gift That Is In You

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Apr 22, 2014

It doesn't matter how gifted you are it profits you nothing if the gift is not activated

Paul’s exhortation to Timothy was to stir up (agitate, disturb, wake up) The gift that was in him This Gift is the HolyGhost It is evident that Paul understood that it wasn’t enough to receive this gift but the gift must stay active, the gift must be stirred, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal