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God Doesn't Play Favorites Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Feb 20, 2004

based on 86 ratings

| 10,734 views

In the body of Christ, God does not show favoritism and He expects you to do welcome those who would be welcomed by Him. Every person does matter to God.

God doesn’t play favorites James 2:1-13 Introduction Shortly after the close of the Civil War, a former slave entered a fashionable church in Richmond, one Sunday morning at the beginning of a communion service. When the time came, he walked down the aisle and knelt at the altar. A rustle of shock ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fruit Of The Spirit Is Kindness Or Kinder And Gentler Christians

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Feb 28, 2004

based on 41 ratings

| 6,054 views

Jesus exhibited kindness by His life...likewise, Christians need to exhibit kindness in our lives as well.

Sunday Evening; February 29, 2004 Title: The Fruit of the Spirit is Kindness Or, A Kinder and Gentler Christian Read Text: Galatians 5:22-23 Introduction 1. Mamie Adams always went to a certain branch post office in her town because the postal employees there were always friendly. One day, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Freedom

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 20, 2004

based on 46 ratings

| 11,225 views

A sermon for the 12th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 16 Jesus healing a woman on the sabbath

12th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 16 Luke 13:10-17 Freedom "Now he was teaching in one of the synagogues on the sabbath. And there was a woman who had had a spirit of infirmity for eighteen years; she was bent over and could not fully straighten herself. And when Jesus saw her, he called her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Am I Here?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Aug 31, 2004

based on 18 ratings

| 3,969 views

Questions about our life purpose are asked and answered.

I begin this morning with a question, “Are you a why, a what or a how person?” What people ask: What do I need to do next? What do I need to do to get this job done? What do I need to do to get to this person to notice me? What can I do to get more people to church? What can I say to so and so to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:12-34

Denomination: Church Of God

God Is Our Refuge

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 7, 2004

based on 57 ratings

| 7,301 views

A sermon to remind us that in these times of natural disaster and world turmoil - God is Our Refuge

God is Our Refuge I. The World is in Turmoil II. God is in Control III. Our Hearts Can be at Peace It seems that every time these day that we turn on the news, we see tragedy. Florida has been pounded by two hurricanes in as little as three weeks and there is the possibility that yet another one is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Died For You Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 2, 2004

based on 54 ratings

| 20,268 views

What does it mean that Jesus died for you?

INTRODUCTION • Here we are, one week from Resurrection Sunday. Over the last two weeks we have looked at the fact that Jesus is the Son of God and then we found out that He is the only way to God. • If Jesus is the son of God and He is he only way to get to God, then what? • This week we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Forgotten Many!

Contributed by Jim Mazzulla on Apr 6, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 4,933 views

As the years roll by, it seems that many have forgotten that they were once lost and have been found by the LOVE of JESUS!

"The Forgotten MANY!" “…The harvest truly [is] great, but the labourers [are] few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest.” Luke 10:2 WARNING: Today’s devotion may be hazardous to religious hypocrites and those caught up in false ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:2, Matthew 9:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Receiving The Peace Of Easter Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 13, 2004

based on 69 ratings

| 5,568 views

Learn why the peace of God can be so easily received.

Happy Easter everyone! I came across an imagined conversation between two Roman soldiers guarding Jesus’ tomb on that first Easter morning. Each had his cup of coffee in hand. Moments before the angel appeared, one soldier said to the other, “Cheer up, it’s Sunday morning. The way I see it, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: *other

Sanctification...does That Compute?

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 18, 2005

based on 21 ratings

| 4,069 views

A sermon comparing the spyware problem on a computer with the sin-problem in the life of a person.

Introduction 1. On Friday, Pastor Debbie was having trouble with her computer… • And she asked me to help… • With our new Helping Hands Ministry… • I had planned to sign on to help with computer problems… • So, I guess this was my first call for help!... • In any event, what I found when I saw her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Grace Is Sufficient

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Jun 28, 2005

based on 37 ratings

| 53,184 views

Understanding that Grace is a Gift granted by God

Grace defined: getting what we do not deserve. An unmerited or undeserved favor from God. Grace is a gift. A gift is not something given to somewhat because they are deserving. That would be considered a wage. A gift is something given by someone who loves the recipient. Understanding ...read more

Scripture: John 1:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

"The Hazards Of Holding On To Sin"

Contributed by Linda Hull on May 30, 2004

based on 40 ratings

| 11,004 views

Thesis: Sin blocks fellowship with our Lord. Sin hinders our prayers and praises. Sin destroys lives.

Word Count: 1424 THE HAZARDS OF HOLDING ON TO SIN Thesis: Sin blocks fellowship with our Lord. Sin hinders our prayers and praises. Sin destroys lives. Text: Romans 1:18-32 Opening: Every person in this room has a story to tell about how sin has affected their life or the life of someone ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 14, 2004

based on 18 ratings

| 8,454 views

This is the 3rd sermon and service notes for the series "Christmas Brings". (Drama by Chris St.Clair II).

Series: Christmas Brings…[#3] FAITH Hebrews 11:1 Welcome Hymn 88 “Hark The Herald Angels Sing” Hymn 108 “How Great Our Joy” Offering Hymn 103 “Away In A Manger” Children’s Choir “Open The Eyes Of My Heart” Introduction: “When in doubt, just have faith.” I have heard statements like this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

A New Beginning

Contributed by Michael Hand on May 17, 2002

based on 14 ratings

| 23,600 views

Purpose a "new beginning" for the Lord as we look at two areas in the Bible to help us improve our Christian walk using Saul and Jonah as examples.

A New Beginning Let’s talk about “new beginnings” this morning! The kind of “new beginnings” that really mean something. Starting fresh again...with a new awakening in your Christian walk. And why not! ...we’re still in the very first few weeks of an entire new year. To help show you ...and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of Fearing God And Keeping His Commandments

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 135 ratings

| 40,733 views

Fearing God brings the mercy of God, greater blessings, greater confidence, separates from evil, pleasure to God, sanctuary in times of trouble and so much more. (Ten points) h. It brings Christian fellowship (Mal. 3:16) i. It supersedes the fear of man

How to Fear God and Keep His Commands (Psa 112:1,2) "Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in His commands. He will not fear when the evil day comes. Because his heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord." Fear of God - A reverential trust in God with a hatred for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Father Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001

based on 20 ratings

| 3,411 views

Part 13 in Sermon on Mount series, looks at the attributes of the Father

`HOW’S YOUR PRAYER LIFE? AFTER ALL WHEN JESUS SAID, WHEN YOU PRAY. NOW HE SEEMED PRETTY DEFINITE AT THIS POINT, HE DIDN’T SAY, IF YOU PRAY, INSTEAD HE SAID WHEN YOU PRAY. HE SEEMED PRETTY CONVINCED THAT CHRISTIANS WOULD PRAY. AND HE SAID THAT WHEN WE PRAYED THAT WE SHOULD NOT PRAY LIKE THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

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