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Anger Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 15, 2017

This message deals with the answer to our angry moments - LOVE.

Anger Part 4 (Applied Love) Scriptures: Ephesians 4:26-5:2; 1 John 4:7-21 Introduction This message will conclude my series on anger. This morning we will revisit what Paul wrote to the Church of Ephesus in Ephesians chapter 4. Please turn with me to this chapter and we will begin reading ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Everything Goes Wrong Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 23, 2017

What do you do when EVERYTHING goes wrong in your life? That is exactly what happened to Paul in Acts 21. This sermon explains what to do when your world falls apart.

When Everything Goes Wrong Series: Acts Chuck Sligh October 15, 2017 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 21 INTRODUCTION Did you ever have one of those weeks when EVERYTHING went ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:18-40

Denomination: Baptist

Making Something Good From Something Bad Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 30, 2017

We learn from Paul's experience with his Roman imprisonment that God can use bad things that happen to us for good.

Introduction: A. Today, we are continuing in our sermon series on Paul’s letter to the Philippians called “Joy for the Journey.” 1. I want us to continue to understand how attitude makes a difference in whether or not we experience joy for the journey. 2. But by attitude, I don’t mean a foolish ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Governance-&-Marriage-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 2, 2017

1 of 6. Peter pressed & confirmed the crucial role of Christian governance regarding Christian marriage. But how is Christian governance addressed in our marital obligations? Christian governance in MARRIAGE addresses...

‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church—1Peter 3:8-12 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is...! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 4, 2017

A look at Hebrews to better understand who Jesus is. . .

Jesus Is . . . Hebrews 13:1-6 November 5, 2017 Have you ever been in a situation where you wonder ‘what’s the right thing to do in this situation?’ You wonder about it, but most of the time we know what the right thing to do is . . . don’t we? We generally balk at doing it, because doing the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Burning The Bulls Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 5, 2017

When Martin Luther posted his challenge to the church's selling of indulgences on the church door in Wittenberg, Pope Leo X was not pleased. The Pope issue a Papal Bull condemning Luther as a heretic. Luther responded by burning copies of the Bull.

OPEN: October 31st was Halloween… but it was also the date of something even more significant. Many churches celebrate the last day of October as “Reformation Day” – the day (500 years ago) when Martin Luther nailed a document to the door of a Church building in Wittenberg, Germany that challenged ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hell In The Hallways

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 9, 2017

A hallway is a place of transition, and a place of testing. It is what you do in the hallways of life that will determine the doors God will open for you. From Ps. 105 we use Joseph as our example and look at the trials, tests, and triumphs of hallways.

Hell in the Hallways PPT 1 Message Title (Note to Pastor's I created a powerpoint presentation for this message,if interested Email me at ikings1844@yahoo.com and I will send it to you.) Introduction: Explain message I was in the car on the way to a large church where I was going to preach this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:16-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Connecting With The Creator's Kids' Kids. Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 11, 2017

This message looks at the cost and return on investing in the lives of children.

Have you ever stepped on a piece of Lego, in the dark?  Have you ever wondered how something so small that provides so much enjoyment can cause so much pain? Well, you’re in luck, because I’m going to explain the science behind the pain.  There are basically four reasons that are wrapped up in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Teaching Them To Observe All Things

Contributed by Michael Grant on Nov 29, 2016

Expounding on the Great Commission as well as looking at the Ordinance of The Lords Supper

Teaching them to observe all things– Matthew 28:18-20 & Mark 14:22-25 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:22-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Free From The Enemy Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 2, 2016

The enemy cannot hold the curse over you for you have been redemed from the curse of the Law.

December 4, 2016 Morning Worship Text: Galatians 3:7-8 Subject: Redeemed Title: Free From the Enemy: Redeemed Part 4 We continue today with our sermon series called “Redeemed”. Jesus has redeemed us from the curse of the Law. Isn’t that right? You are redeemed and you are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Story Of Royalty Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 4, 2016

We all know the story of the Three Kings at Christmas, here is a story seldom told of the Two Kings

The Story of Royalty We all know the Story; we’ve heard it over and over again. If you close your eyes you can almost picture them. Riding their camels across the desert at night, the moon highlighting their royal robes and crowns against the stark desert sand. It is a very familiar ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Bill Walker on Dec 4, 2016

The word in Genesis. The word in John. Jesus' encounter with Nicodemus.

IN THE BEGINNING John 1:1-4, 14; 43-51 Today, I want to begin a short series that will look at some interesting people and their encounters with Jesus. I’ll begin by asking a couple of questions: What are some of your memorable encounters with Jesus? What is your relationship with Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Surprises

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 6, 2016

Christmas is meant to be a time of surprises, that's why we wrap up gifts! The first Christmas was definitely a big surprise: Jesus' parents,how He was born,who was notified, how He saved, and that He's coming back!

CHRISTMAS SURPRISES Luke 1:26-37 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Jewish lady named Mrs. Rosenberg many years ago was stranded late one night at a fashionable resort - one that did not admit Jews. The desk clerk looked down at his book and said, "Sorry, no rooms. The hotel is full." 2. The Jewish lady ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God With Us

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 18, 2016

Let’s look at Matthew 1:18-25, Joseph's dilemma, the meanings of Jesus' names and whether or not Mary remained a perpetual virgin.

The Savior's Next Step for Our Church Acts 1:12-26 (Initial reading: vs. 8-14) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 19, 2013 *This is last week's issue of "The Baptist Message," and the headline for this article is: "Hankins Delivers Sobering News to 2020 Commission." It tells us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Beauty Of Christmas

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 22, 2016

There are many things that make Christmas beautiful. Here are three that make it beautiful for me.

The Beauty of Christmas Chuck Sligh December 18, 2016 TEXT: Matthew 1:18-2:2 – Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist