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Defending The Faith Sermon Iv: Embrace The Deity Of Christ Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 6, 2020

In times of upheaval when our Christian Faith is being attacked relentlessly by unbelievers and scoffers, mature Christians embrace the truth of the Deity of Christ our Lord by whose authority we continue to order our lives.

IN TIMES LIKE THESE --- MATURE CHRISTIANS EMBRACE THE TRUTH OF THE DEITY OF CHRIST In the minds of many people God is a distant, foreign, unknown entity that exists out there somewhere. On the other hand, some folks say they believe in God but pay no attention to what His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Words Of Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

No words can describe the depth to which man had fallen in killing the only perfect man whoever lived. But there are no words of cursing coming from that cross. There are no words of revenge, but unbelievably we hear words of love.

The one subject that is appropriate for every Christian holiday, and for the season of lent, and for the recognition of Washington and Lincoln, and for the Valentine season is the subject of love. It is not only the greatest of the Christian virtues, but is the most universally relevant subject ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-35

Honest To God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

Dishonesty will hinder the work of God in the soul of any man, whether they be believer or unbeliever. Honesty, therefore, or facing up to the full truth about ourselves in relation to God and the world, is a subject we cannot afford to neglect.

Branch Rickey use to coach the University of Michigan baseball team before he became manager of the Dodgers. One day they were playing Brown University, and the Brown catcher, Walter Snell, hit what might have been a three bagger, but he stretched it into a home run. The first baseman, however, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:6

Living Above Reproach Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

To live above reproach means to lead a life that is free from blame, accusation, or scandal. It is the call to reflect God’s holiness in our character, conduct, and speech so that our lives will be a testimony to the unbelieving world.

Title: LIVING ABOVE REPROACH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:15 "That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world." Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 3:2; ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:15, 1 Timothy 3:2, Colossians 1:22, 1 Peter 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seven Bowls Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Aug 21, 2023

Study #6: The last seven judgements are poured out on unbelievers during the last half of the Tribulation. The drying up of the Euphrates, the kings from the east, Armageddon, the splitting of the Mount of Olives, and the Millennial Reign are all discussed.

NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. In this session, we will look at the Seven Bowls or vials. You should be aware that they are sometimes called the “seven plagues,” for just a few verses earlier, in Revelation 15:6, we read, “And out ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

If You're Thankful And You Know It...

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 8, 2022

A message delivered on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. This is a study of the impact of a thankful heart on the follower of the Christ.

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Serving Our Seniors

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 23, 2005

Part of an ongoing effort to get people involved in hands on ministry at the local level with this message focusing on elder care. (Note to Sermoncentral-This is part of the series but was a message from an out side speaker. I wanted to give you the whole

May 1, 2005 Serving Our Seniors By Lester Gallihue 1 John 1:9, John 10:1-10, Numbers 6:24-26 I truly appreciate the opportunity to be here. It’s really a wonderful spiritual experience and I can feel the vibes. It really helps me and I am sure it helps you. I want to read a passage which I ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Authority Of Jesus In Our Lives. Series

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Sep 24, 2011

Jesus authority superceded all authority in heaven and earth. Unlike the chief priests and elders, who chose to challenge Jesus, we are to bow down to his authority and let His Most Excellency rule our heast, minds and souls.

THE AUTHORITY OF JESUS IN OUR LIVES - BY REVEREND MATTHEW OLANREWAJU It has been coming! It has been coming for a long time, the only surprise here is the fact that the Pharisees, Chief priests and the elders had held on for so long before running out of patience with Jesus. I mean, for a long ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-27

Denomination: Methodist

Posture For Worship

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

In Revelation 5, worship began following the revelation of Jesus Christ as the triumphant Lamb who was worthy of opening the scroll. Prior to singing a brand-new song, 24 elders prostrated themselves before the lamb as the first act of worship/adoration.

In Revelation 5, worship began following the revelation of Jesus Christ as the triumphant Lamb who was worthy of opening the scroll. Prior to singing a brand-new song, 24 elders prostrated themselves before the lamb as the first act of worship/adoration. One of the postures of worship is to fall to ...read more

Lost…at Home Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Apr 15, 2002

In Luke 15, Luke gives a series of three parables in response to the criticism of the scribes and Pharisees that Jesus received unbelieving sinners and even ate with them. Today, our focus is on the second of these stories – a lost coin that had value and

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: How many of you chronically lose or misplace things? You never notice that something is lost until you need it and it’s always in the last place you look. Have you ever noticed the intensity with which you will search for an inanimate object when you need it? Your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

The Parable Of The Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 29, 2011

The parable of the ten virgins is given to accentuate the incalculable importance of being spiritually prepared to meet Christ when He returns to earth, because after He appears, unbelievers who are then alive will have no further chance for salvation.

A fun part of summer are the frequent weddings that occur. So much has changed over the years with weddings. No longer just a formal service in a church with a standard liturgy and vows, now couples often write their own vows, and for the more ambitious couples, it may be an outdoor service at an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Other

Eight Highway Signs That Lead To Hell

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jul 31, 2011

First let me tell you that this passage is addressed to people that have an aspiration to go to heaven but because of personal issues will not make it. This is not an advice to unbelievers but rather a strong warning to us Christians and Church going peop

You are in a journey with Jesus Christ but there's always some choices we can make. There is a gate at the end of this journey. Jesus said that the road is not easy to follow and we will be tempted to take other roads. Matthew 7:13 (NLT) You can enter God's Kingdom only through the narrow gate. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Difference (Psalm 1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

This expository message, adapted from a sermon by Steven Shepherd, underscores the difference between believers and unbelievers as laid out in Psalm 1. Unlike the lost, believers should be Separated from the World, Saturated in the Word, and Situated by t

The Difference: Psalm One Scott Bayles, pastor Adapted from a sermon by Steven Shepherd Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/19/2012 I came across some jokes this week that I thought I’d share with you. • What’s the difference between a northern fairytale and a southern ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

Branches Broken Off And Branches Grafted On

Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Nov 4, 2009

To show that while gentiles have not suffered as God’s people, the Jews, have suffered, we cannot be arrogant or unbelieving and presume upon God but must come together with the Jews in humble faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

1. The Sadness of the Broken off Branches and the Future Triumph (15,16,23,24,26,27) What a storm we might have seen or experienced! The images in this part of Romans speak so clearly to the sadness of the situation of those branches broken off from the Tree. Have you seen trees whose branches ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Death Of Samson

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 28, 2016

To show that life could be longer if we believe and live by faith GOD's WORDS found in Genesis 6:3 and we could judge for the LORD here on earth and lot, lot longer than the life of wicked unbelievers.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have long life? Yes. 120 years. Genesis 6:3 (Amplified Bible) Then the Lord said, My Spirit shall not forever dwell and strive with man, for he also is flesh; but his days shall yet be 120 years. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:31

Denomination: Pentecostal