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Beyond Reason

Contributed by Mike Shreve on Jan 5, 2004

based on 9 ratings

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There are many unwilling heroes throughout Scripture. Humble men that recognized their own incompetence, and yet God sought them out in order to use them for His glory. Recognizing these were men that would shy away from resting upon their own abilities a

Joshua 1:10-18 A Study of the Book of Joshua Sermon 2 “Beyond Reason” Joshua 1:10-18 Slide 2>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> A.W. Tozer writes, we cannot think rightly of God until we begin to think of Him as always being there, and there first. Joshua had this to learn. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Circle Of Life Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 15, 2004

based on 34 ratings

| 23,289 views

2nd in series of 5 on John 3-4. When I see a movie or hear a young person talk about the "circle of life" I really can’t help but think of Nicodemus – an intelligent and perceptive man who really want to understand about life. He is the man who came to

From Mortal to Immortal A Study of John 3-4 The Circle of Life Have you heard of the “circle of life”? What do you think of when you hear about the "Circle of Life?" In an unofficial and unscientific survey I’ve conducted during the past week most people think of the "Lion King" when they hear ...read more

Scripture: John 3:9-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Christmas Should Mean

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 9, 2002

based on 41 ratings

| 3,882 views

The meaning of Christmas is often lost in our secular celebrations.

INTRODUCTION A. Where did the celebration come from 1. Origin of the festival is unknown 2. Derived in part from rites held by German and Celtic people to celebrate the winter solstice 3. Christmas festivals have been observed by Christians since the 4th century 4. Incorporate, as many of our other ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Rolling With The Punches - Coping With Change

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 3, 2001

based on 79 ratings

| 11,287 views

We can thrive in the midst of change by relying on our unchanging God.

"There is nothing more difficult to take in hand, more perilous to conduct, or more uncertain in its success, than to take the lead in the introduction of a new order of things. Because the innovator has for enemies all those who have done well under the old conditions, and lukewarm defenders in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Sights In The Rear View Mirror

Contributed by James May on Apr 18, 2001

based on 77 ratings

| 10,711 views

What things are we dragging behind us as we walk with the Lord. Quit looking back and look ahead for today is the first day of your eternal life.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:6-8, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Everybody Is Going Somewhere

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 21, 2001

based on 90 ratings

| 5,608 views

The pull of the world is so loud and overwhelming to everyone, while the church sites silently off to the side. “...and only a few find it.”

May 20, 2001 Sand Flat Baptist Church David Yarbrough “Everybody is Going Somewhere” Matthew 7:13-14 As a boy one of my favorite pass times was fishing. I grew up between two lakes that provided an abundance of opportunity for me to fish. My favorite lure was a little spinner bait called an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Motivation Of The Church”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Nov 26, 2001

based on 44 ratings

| 9,170 views

The proper motivation for a church to carry a crazy message to a confussed world of lost souls.

This story deals with a rather old fashioned lady, who was planning a couple of weeks vacation in Florida. She also was quite delicate and elegant with her language. She wrote a letter to a particular campground and asked for reservations. She wanted to make sure the campground was fully equipped ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Life Takes A Wrong Turn...i Need A Miracle Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Nov 30, 2001

based on 83 ratings

| 10,401 views

Things don’t always go as expected. Joseph found it out, and so have you. What do I do when life seemingly takes a wrong turn and I need a miracle?

For Horace Walpole life had taken a wrong turn somewhere along his journey. Life had become drab and dreary, just an existence. I won’t ask for a show of hands though I think some of you could relate to Horace’s situation. It is where you are right now. You made plans in life and somewhere ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Change--Not!

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 9, 2001

based on 27 ratings

| 5,954 views

Jesus is the constant, consistent, completely sufficient source of our salvation.

Three or four summers ago we did a family vacation trip that included a stop at Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park. I suspect that many of you have been there and can picture this geyser that was named Old Faithful because like clockwork, every 67 minutes, there is a spectacular eruption ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8-25

Denomination: *other

Taking Your Prayer Life Seriously Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Mar 3, 2002

based on 118 ratings

| 19,785 views

In this sermon we take a close look at James 5:13-18.

Taking Your Prayer Life Seriously Intro: Statistics on # of people who pray in America. An overwhelming majority of Americans believe in prayer and believe that God answers prayer. 54% said they pray every day 29% said they pray several times a day. Newsweek March 31, 1997, pp. 57-65 ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Going On A Little Further

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Mar 16, 2002

based on 69 ratings

| 11,680 views

Using Jesus Gethsemane experience of "going on a little further" He is seen as going further in compassion, commitment and courage.

Going on a Little Further Matthew 26:39 Introduction Illustration: Gordon MacDonald said, “You can tell whether you are becoming a servant by how you act when people treat you like one.” How do you react when you are treated like a servant? I must confess that my reaction isn’t always a prime ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcome Spiritual Deception

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 18, 2002

based on 44 ratings

| 7,902 views

Learn how a believer can overcome spiritual deception.

A few years back when I began training college students on how to study the Bible and to lead Bible studies, I decided to first teach on the authority of the Bible for our faith. So after a bit of singing, I got up to teach. I began with prayer, and half way through my praying, I stopped and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: *other

True Integrity

Contributed by Lance Ladd on Aug 14, 2001

based on 154 ratings

| 11,749 views

viewing the integrity of Jesus

True Integrity Matthew 22:15 IHCC 8/5/01 Cleveland Stroud had coached the Blue Collar Bulldogs for 18 years before his basketball team made it to the state championship. Stroud recalls that "it was the perfect night" when they won. "A night you dream of." He was carried around the gym on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nehemiah, Vision And Action

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 31, 2000

based on 188 ratings

| 12,993 views

A look at Nehemiah and how he saw his dream fulfilled

IT WAS A CUSHY JOB. AND HE KNEW IT. IT WAS PROBABLY THE BEST JOB IN THE KINGDOM AND HE WAS WELL AWARE OF HOW LUCKY HE WAS TO HAVE IT. WORK WASN'T ALWAYS EASY TO FIND ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU WERE A FOREIGNER. MOST OF HIS FRIENDS WORKED AS LABOURERS, AND IN UNSKILLED POSITIONS. EVEN THOSE WHO HAD ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Turning Points

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

based on 128 ratings

| 8,410 views

Patience is needed to accomplish great things.

Turning Points Phil 3:5-6 In his 84 years, Thomas Edison patented over a thousand inventions. He is most famous for inventing the light bulb, but made more money off the alkaline battery. Edison was a bulldog, unwilling to accept failure as a final outcome to his efforts. Before he successfully ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

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