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Pathway To The Christian Life

Contributed by Rev. Moses Assniyi on May 22, 2011

The pathway of the Christian life is a journey that is preplan by God and He handle the map for us to follow. As we set out for the journey God will then take the ashes of our lives and turn them into something beautiful;such is the pathway of the christi

Introduction The chronicles of the biblical heroes are clearly spelt out, whether good or bad. The bible is always honest in recording the faults and mistakes of the greatest men and women. These biographies are written to encourage us. The pathway of the Christian life is to see God taken the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Does God Think About Our Plans? (James 4:13-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 1, 2022

We can make plans, but God expects us to be flexible, and willing to set them aside, for Him. We delight in God, living in faithfulness to Him. We don't delight in stuff.

Today, our focus will be on James 4:13-17. One of the interesting things about this passage is that there two pretty different ways of reading it. Both approaches take the verses seriously. Both issue a call, and a challenge, that the church needs to hear. But they differ in what exactly that ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Sermon: How Do You See The Future

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 1, 2024

“What do you see in the future? It is the same kind of questions people are asking today. When will we return to normal? When will the prices come down? Is there anyone worth voting for? Do we need a set of new leaders?

Sermon: How Do You See The Future Scripture: Isaiah 21:11-12 This message came to me concerning Edom: Someone from Edom keeps calling to me, “Watchman, how much longer until morning? When will the night be over?” 12 The watchman replies, “Morning is coming, but night will soon return. If you wish ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 21:11-12, Isaiah 21:1-10, Psalm 30:5, John 8:32, Hebrews 12:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Zechariah's Prophetic Poetry Series

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Dec 16, 2014

This world is full of darkness and sadness, which is why we need Christmas. As Zechariah proclaims, Christmas is when God's light breaks into the world in Jesus Christ and sets the stage for a whole new world.

You know, it’s been kind of a tough week, hasn’t it? Monday morning, the big news around the globe was a massive hostage situation in a coffee shop in Australia. By Monday evening, we were getting word that a man in Pennsylvania had shot and killed five people and was on the run. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Denomination: United Methodist

Five Pressing Desires In Christian Living Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 10, 2019

Paul gets a clear vision of Christ and abandon all that he was for (1) a Personal Knowledge of Christ (2) a Personal Position in Christ (3) the Personal Power of Christ (4) a Personal Perfection in Christ (5) a Personal Possession of Christ.

Subject: Five Pressing Desires Text: Philippians 3:1-15 Introduction: Paul, who is the writer of our text, provides a plan for the Philippians Church as they move forward to become the best that they could be for Christ. Rather than be complacent with where they were, they needed to set their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Visualize Your Resurrec

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on May 4, 2014

Sometimes God give me visions --shows me images and speaks at the same time. This one was humorous and self-deprecating --about rising from the death of our failures and sins to the life and calling God has for us.

TITLE: Visualize Your Resurrection 04-28-2014 Read Romans 6:1-11 in in its entirety as the service begins TEXT: 1 Corinthians 11:1 1Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Christ. Romans 6:1-11 Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of his wonderful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Are You Going

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 19, 2008

What is it that drives your day, day in and day out. Do you feel that you are merely walking around in circles or just passing yourself by. God has a specific vision for each of us. What is yours?

Where Are You Going? Proverbs 29:18 Intro How many of you know where you are going today? Really, do you know where you are going? I am not talking about for lunch or dinner here. I am talking about what drives your day; day in and day out. Some of you probably feel like you pass yourselves ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Winning

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005

God has a prosperous future for His children and each of us are to run the race set before us. The problem is that most of us don’t know or we forget that we’re in a race

Vince Lombardi once said, “Winning is a habit and so is losing.” God has a prosperous future for His children and each of us are to run the race set before us. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exploding Manhole Covers Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 31, 2003

A series of exploding manhole covers in Washington is compared with the series of unexpected and disruptive events in Paul’s life. Surviving becomes a matter of one’s vision of where we have come from and where we are going.

It all started in Georgetown. On M Street, in broad daylight, a manhole cover suddenly exploded into the air, flying six feet straight up and landing with a heavy clatter. There were no injuries, but there were fiery flames, an acrid smell, cars dodging one another, pedestrians pumping ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19

Denomination: Baptist

When Grace Battles Legalism -- Grace Wins Every Time

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jul 4, 2003

Jesus Christ is the Lord of Liberty. Whatever your bondage is, He can set you free. He takes your slavery and exchanges it for freedom

When Grace battles Legalism .. Grace wins every time! Galatians 2:1-21 Intro: Join me tonight in Galatians chapter two where Paul continues his defense of grace! Just put it down somewhere: Jesus Christ is the Lord of Liberty! He sets the prisoner free! And I don’t know what has you in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Ain't God Good!

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 14, 2003

God sets the standard for GOODNESS ... He turns badness into GOODNESS. It’s God’s nature to be good. We can trust in the GOODNESS of God.

“Ain’t God Good!” INTRODUCTION: God is good … AMEN? I learned this from childhood. 1.- When I was just a child, my mother taught me a prayer to say at mealtime: “God is great, God is GOOD, let us thank Him for our food. By His hands we all are fed. Give us Lord, our daily bread. Amen.” 2.- ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Matthew 19:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Sacrifice Of Praise

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 25, 2002

This outline sets forth the truth that praise is the noblest act of worship which prepares our hearts to serve Him and effectively witness of His love to the world.

THE SACRIFICE OF PRAISE “Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name.” Hebrews 13:15 A new year suggests a new start, thus this time of the year we give thought to making resolutions designed to enrich and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15

Denomination: Baptist

Amazing Love

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 23, 2004

An expository message on Isaiah 53. No other passage sets out the heart of love of the Lord seen in the Suffering Servant, the Messiah Jesus, more than this one.

AMAZING LOVE Isaiah 52:13-53:12 No other passage sets out the heart of love of the Lord seen in the Suffering Servant, the Messiah – Jesus – more than this one. And all this some 700 years before Christ lived on earth. The N.T. quotes more from Isaiah than all the other prophets combined, with ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-18, Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Taming A Fiery Tongue

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Sep 14, 2003

The tongue that is itself set on the fire of hell can be tamed and quenched by the refining and sanctifying fire of the Holy Spirit, if we will only allow the Lord to do so.

Text - James 3:1-12, RSV 1. Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers and sisters, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. 2. For all of us make many mistakes. Anyone who makes no mistakes in speaking is perfect, able to keep the whole body in check ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

"Great Expectations"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 29, 2004

Are your expectations of Jesus set too high? Or too low? Do you want Him to fix your little owies; or exercise resurrection power?

“Martha therefore said to Jesus, ‘Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died’.” Lazarus was dead and everyone was confused except Jesus. We’re not told all that went through the minds of the disciples during the two days Jesus delayed after hearing the news that His friend ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21

Denomination: Orthodox