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Funeral Service For Unbeliever

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 12, 2012

Funerals for the unbelieving is a difficult task for preachers. It is, however, an opportunity to be an encouragement to the family as we honor the good aspects of the deceased person's life.

Song – No Tears in Heaven – Seating Guests Song – Home of the Soul – Family Enters and is Seated Congregational Song – Sing Hallelujah The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He restores ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

That Mighty Little Mustard Seed

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 3, 2018

out of something small can come great things

Mark 4:30-32 Have you ever seen a mustard seed? I have one in my hand, but unless you are very, very close to me, you will not be able to see it. This little seed is one of the most mysterious seeds in nature. It is hard to believe that from this tiny little seed, a plant that grows . . . and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:30-32

Denomination: Episcopal

The Head Of The Corner Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Aug 24, 2024

Just imagine Peter, John and now this healed man all detained. The reason; A man was healed without the permission of the leaders of the Temple.

“The Head Of The Corner” Acts 4:5-11 Just imagine Peter, John and now this healed man all detained. The reason; A man was healed without the permission of the leaders of the Temple. They spent the night in jail and I can only imagine what is going through their minds. Since we have no statements ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Last Raps Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 8, 2018

As he concludes his letter, the writer to the Hebrews reminds us to give special care to three relationships in our spiritual lives.

Last Raps (Hebrews 13:7-23) 1. A game warden catches an unlicensed fisherman in the act. "You're going to pay a big fine for all those fish in your bucket" But, officer, I didn't catch these -- they are my pet fish and I just bring them here to swim. When they're done they jump back into the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Becoming Christmas Wise Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025

The newborn King of the Jews

1. “Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem, in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. At about that time some astrologers from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, ‘Where is the newborn King of the Jews? For we have seen his star in far-off eastern lands, and have come to worship him.’” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming Christmas Wise Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

The Scriptures are still the place to find the way to Jesus.

1. “Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem, in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. At about that time some astrologers from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, ‘Where is the newborn King of the Jews? For we have seen his star in far-off eastern lands, and have come to worship him.’” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God Made Us Series

Contributed by Leroy Redding on Jul 10, 2007

Psalm 139 #3

“GOD MADE US” Psalm 139:13-24 Have you ever seen a potter fashion a piece of pottery? It’s a fascinating thing to see. He puts this lump of clay on a circular table and he starts the table spinning. And looking at that soggy piece of mud, you have no idea of what it will eventually turn out to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Prize Every Time - Which Way Will You Run Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 30, 2005

Many Christians don’t understand the prize they should be running for. Do you?

(synopsis: I Corinthians 9:19-27 tells us that Paul was running toward a prize. A goal that each of us should pursue) OPEN: Hall of Famer Bob Feller was a major league pitcher for the Cleveland Indians back in the 30s, 40s and 50s. He was signed up in 1935 when he was only 16 years old, and in his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Messiah Who Values The Child Within Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 11, 2011

If we want to be a part of the Kingdom of God we need to develop childlike faith.

A Messiah Who Values the Child Within Text: Matt. 18:1-14 Introduction 1. Illustration: The more we know of God, the more unreservedly we will trust him; the greater our progress in theology, the simpler and more childlike will be our faith (J. G. Machen). 2. No one loves and values children ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Ladder

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 15, 2012

The experience of Jacob at Bethel, and what it can mean today -- God still extends his staircase down to us at unexpected times.

The story of Jacob and his brother Esau is a tangled one, filled with deceit, intrigue and animosity. Esau despised his birthright and sold it to Jacob for a pot of stew. Jacob then deceived their father and got him to bless him as the ruler and chief heir of the family. So tensions ran high ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Methodist

Don’t Leave Anybody Out

Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 27, 2013

We are all bound together in the bundle of life, we have an inter-dependency that ties us together and the truth is I need you and you need me!

“And the eye cannot say unto the hand I have no need of thee; nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of thee.” Introduction Most of us are familiar with the story of the ugly duckling that, though ridiculed, thought of as being very insignificant among the other little ducks, persecuted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:21

Denomination: Baptist

A Magnificent Obsession Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 6, 2018

Most people have experienced bizarre or inappropriate thoughts and have engaged in repetitive behaviors at times. However, people with obsessive-compulsive disorder find that their disturbing thoughts and behaviors consume large amounts of time . . . . .

7-1-04 Title: A Magnificent Obsession Text: “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” (Philippians 1:21) Bible Reading: Philippians 1:21; 3:7-11 Introduction: The title of today’s lesson is “A Magnificent Obsession.” So let’s begin by answering the question, “What is an obsession?” I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

There Must Be Factions?

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

Many doctrinal disputes within the Body of Christ are simply due to different uses of words.

For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that divisions exist among you; and I partly believe it. For there must be also factions among you, that they that are approved may be made manifest among you. (1 Cor. 11:18-19, ASV) Controversies over Bible interpretation often cause ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Came And He Comes Be Prepared Series

Contributed by Kurt Mccray on May 23, 2001

Inspirational Words, for the Believer and the Seeker. Take heed!!

He Came and He Comes, Be Prepared Inspirational Words to the Believer, and those who seek God.... Greetings, in the precious Holy Name of Jesus Christ, who is my Lord and personal Saviour. I come to you with my mind on Him, whom is able to keep me from falling. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:4, Isaiah 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

He Came And He Comes Be Prepared Series

Contributed by Kurt Mccray on Jun 5, 2001

Inspirational words to the lost and the found.

He Came and He Comes, Be Prepared Inspirational Words to the Unbeliever, and those who seek God.... Greetings, in the precious Holy Name of Jesus Christ, who is my Lord and personal Saviour. I come to you with my mind on Him, whom is able to keep me from falling. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-14, Matthew 24:7-8

Denomination: Baptist