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Choosing Forgiveness.

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 31, 2002

based on 57 ratings

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A sermon moving towards Advent that discusses forgiveness. Uses a number of illustrations that i used from Sermon central

Choosing Forgiveness. The season we are in at the moment is advent. Advent kinda means anticipation - expecting something. When we think about what we are expecting it is of course the celebration of the coming of Jesus. If we were to think of what the coming of Jesus ushers in for us - high on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dr. Dolittle Series

Contributed by Chris Thron on Sep 27, 2002

based on 21 ratings

| 5,086 views

Use portion of movie "Dr Dolittle" to illustrate God’s calling us to serve Him, and to minister to the poor.

Doctor Dolittle A. Preliminaries (Ask before showning movie) 1.He had a gift. What was it? 2. When did he first become aware that he had a gift? (As a child) 3. How did people respond to his gift? They misunderstand, they think he’s crazy Everyone – even those closest to him. 4. So what was ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:3, Proverbs 19:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Of The Caves

Contributed by Steven Cook on Jan 5, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 9,279 views

An examination of four different caves in the Word of God provides us with a wonderful picture of the love of God for us all.

“Gospel of the Caves” 1 Samuel 22:1-2 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. As a child, I enjoyed playing in the hills and especially in caves. B. There are many things that you can discover in caves: 1. Dead Sea Scrolls in 1947 2. Ashes of the Red Heifer (early 70’s) C. There are 4 Particular ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Who Goes To Hell And How To Miss It

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 15, 2002

based on 19 ratings

| 4,711 views

The Bible tells us who goes to hell, but it also tells us how we can miss it!

MATT.7:13-14 "WHO GOES TO HELL AND HOW TO MISS IT" INTRO: Do many people go to hell? * Yes! Jesus teaches that there are far more people who die unsaved and go to hell than there are Christians who go to heaven! (Look at our text) * The gate to hell is wide and the road to hell is broad and many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Saint Of Sharing

Contributed by Jacob Golden, Jr. on Apr 20, 2002

based on 96 ratings

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John the Baptist calls us to share. If we follow his direction — Behold! The Christ is already among us!

The Patron Saint of Sharing Luke 3:7–20 • Isaiah 12:2-6 December 14, 1997 • Third Sunday in Advent (c) “What shall we do?” That’s the question asked of John the Baptist three times in this story. The multitudes ask: “What shall we do?” The tax collectors ask: “Teacher, what shall we do?” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-20, Isaiah 12:2-6

Denomination: Methodist

The Lord Has Set My Heart Free

Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 3, 2001

based on 12 ratings

| 3,473 views

The love of God revealed in Christ frees us from sorrow and empowers us to run in thankful service to him

Sermonette Text: Psalm 119: 25-32 Pentecost 12 -- Mission Festival “Hit the dirt! Take cover!” Those are words spoken by someone on the defensive. You’d expect soldiers to shout such things. Bullets are flying. Explosions are going off. People screaming. “Hit the dirt!” And so down ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:25-32

Denomination: Lutheran

"What Is Good?” (Micah) Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 10, 2002

based on 134 ratings

| 18,988 views

The world needs to see us see us acting justly, loving mercy and walking humbly before God.

“What is Good?” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Whether it’s Christmas or someone’s birthday, or any other gift-giving occasion, there are some people simply impossible to find gifts for—what do you get for someone who doesn’t want or need anything? ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

Denomination: Congregational

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002

based on 206 ratings

| 23,669 views

Jesus in His great love for us, has given us the spiritul gifts necessary to serve Him wholeheartedly.

1. There continues to be a lot of confusion and misunderstanding surrounding the wonderful spiritual gifts of God. a. Yes… there’s been serious abuse and misuse b. And yes… that’s made people ignore and avoid them… c. There’s are tons misinterpretations & misrepresentations. BUT NONE of that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16, Ephesians 2:8-10, Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Divine Teacher,& Revealer Series

Contributed by Normand Cote on Jun 8, 2001

based on 95 ratings

| 6,730 views

To show that God has given all believers the Holy Spirit to teach us and reveal to us the things of God.

Sermon title: A divine Teacher & Revealer Scripture: John 16:14; 14:26 Introduction: Who here wants to learn? Who wants to learn something that others have not learned? What would you like to learn about if you had a choice? The computer is something that I think many of us are learning about. In ...read more

Scripture: John 16:14, John 14:26

Denomination: Adventist

Why Paul Did Not Let People's Sentiments Determine His Direction

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

based on 45 ratings

| 4,019 views

Paul shows us how to avoid allowing peoples’ sentiments deter us from following God’s will

Why Paul Did Not Let People’s Sentiments Determine His Direction (Acts 21:1-16) Quote:Sometimes the Lord calms the storm. Sometimes he lets the storm rage and calms his child. Illustration:Louis Pasteur is reported to have had such an irrational fear of dirt and infection he refused to shake ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Defeating Fortune And Misfortune

Contributed by James Harrington on Jan 29, 2003

based on 10 ratings

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What is it that brings us to God? The story of Job helps us in defeating fortune and misfortune and stay focused on God.

Introduction: 1. Oscar Wilder once wrote, "In this world there are only two tragedies. One is not getting what one wants and the other is getting it." 2. Job knew the tragedies of getting all that he wanted and the loss of all that was precious. 3. The story of Job helps us in defeating fortune and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Somerset Is A Grace Place Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Feb 13, 2003

based on 27 ratings

| 4,731 views

The purpose of this sermon is to show us what we must do in order for God’s grace to abound in us.

1 Corinthians Somerset is a Grace Place! 1 Corinthians 5 February 16, 2003 Intro: A [Rock and a Soft Place, Citation: Anna Zogg, Salt Lake City, Utah. Christian Reader, "Lite Fare."] Soon after my brother moved, he made a point of meeting his new neighbors. He found that a Christian family ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fame Series

Contributed by Luciano Lombardi on Feb 27, 2001

based on 65 ratings

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Objective: Our fame is found in Jesus who lifts us up with him; restoring us and the world to the Father.

FAME Subject: Our Life in Jesus Text: John 17:1-5 Time: Sunday night June 18, 2000 Question: Where do we find our fame? Introduction: Where do you go to get fame? - Hollywood California / New York City - ride a barrel over the Falls - “everyone will have their 15 minutes of fame” - ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Con Brio-With Spirit

Contributed by Richard Jones on Mar 14, 2001

based on 69 ratings

| 3,319 views

Has God called us to the normal mundane life, or has He called us to so much more?

“Con Brio” Introduction: In his Letter to the Ephesians, the Apostle Paul writes: Look carefully then, how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of the time...Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Will of the Lord is (Eph. 5:15,17). Regrettably, many ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Colossians 3:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Dare To Conquer Again Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 2, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 4,715 views

Jesus’ resurrection enables us to be conquerors. God has gone to incredible lengths for us, how will we respond?

Dare to Conquer Again – “Up From the Grave” Lent 2003 Easter Sunday, April 20, 2003 – Romans 8:31-39 Intro: These epitaphs are reported to be from actual tombstones: On the grave of Ezekial Aikle in East Dalhousie Cemetery, Nova Scotia: Here lies Ezekial Aikle, Age 102. The Good Die Young. In a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

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