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Revival Is In The Word Itself!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 16, 2005

Revival is so important. The word revival contains 21 items that will bring us to revival in our local churches, cities and nations.

REVIVAL IS IN THE WORD ITSELF! 2 Chr 7:14 KJV If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. 2 Chr 7:15 Now mine eyes shall be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-16

The Jesus Touch Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 1, 2006

Big Idea: Jesus Offers—and Delivers Freedom From the Oppressive Weight of Satan. Looking at the day that Jesus’ touch was remembered more than the words of His sermon

The Jesus Touch or, “The Day No One Remembered Jesus’ Sermon” Topic: Freedom from Crushing/Debilitating Burdens through Jesus Thesis: Make Use of the Reality Jesus Sets us Free from Oppressive Burdens Obviously need to rework the above . . . . Aim: To motivate people to seek and give ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Jesus For Christmas Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 22, 2006

The truth that we receive or reject Jesus in every choice we make must replace the idea that receiving him as Lord and Savior in a one-time event (i.e. baptism, church membership or sinner’s prayer).

Visual/Sensory Illustration(s) Pictures from A Christmas Carol movies Clips from A Christmas Carol movies Chains – actual chains hanging around or pictures; perhaps sound clips of rattling chains IDEAS for Other Illustrations Quotes from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens IDEAS ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Mighty God Series

Contributed by Brad Nelson on Dec 26, 2006

He Can Help

A CHILD IS BORN The Mighty God – He Can Help… Isaiah 9:6 Introduction: Some 15 or 16 years ago when I was still living in MO and desiring to become a pastor, I was involved in a ministry in my church where we would speak at small churches throughout the Midwest. Typically, we would travel to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Will See You Through

Contributed by James Powell on Dec 30, 2006

You can depend upon God

FEAR: Dr. Walter Cannon, a pioneer researcher in psychosomatic medicine at Harvard Univ., describes what happens to the human body when it becomes angry or fearful: "Respiration deepens; the heart beats more rapidly; the arterial pressure rises; the blood is shifted from the stomach and intestines ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-5

Denomination: Holiness

The Song Of Mary Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Dec 4, 2005

The song of Mary can become our song too as we allow the Holy Spirit to form Christ in us.

THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS: The Song of Mary Luke 1: 46-56 1. If we were to compile a list of as many songs of Christmas that we know or have heard, I imagine we would be able to come up with quite an extensive list. • I did a search on Yahoo under the keywords songs of Christmas and it pulled up 55 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: United Methodist

Narnia: Promises Foretold Series

Contributed by Glen Schlecht on Dec 5, 2005

Using the two prophecies in "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," see the parallels to Jesus and what it means for us today to bring us hope.

“Promises Foretold.¨ Mark 1:1-8, 12-4-05, Advent 2, Narnia 2 Children’s Message: For those of you who were here last week, you know that we. re getting ready for Christmas by thinking about a story called, “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe,.¨ from the Chronicles of Narnia. Today, we’re going ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

A Right Focus Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Dec 7, 2005

We may not have a perfect Christmas, but we can have a right Christmas when we focus on Jesus, this is #1 in a four part series - "I’m dreaming of a right christmas"

Introduction: The Christmas pageant at FIRST CHURCH was always a highlight of the holidays for the members of the church. The director took great pains to make sure everything was perfect for the performance. Lines were memorized, costumes were created and everything was just right for the annual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Much For This Soup?value?worth?then?now?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 12, 2005

Let us look at value and worth? What is a bowl of lentils worth? That all depends on how hungry you are, and how you value your birthright? Esau bought a very expensive bowl of soup?

VALUE? WORTH? THEN? NOW? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com KNOWING THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VALUE, PRICE AND WORTH? ( I hold before me a bag of lentils. We identify lentils as a Biblical food. You can buy a bag of lentils at any grocery store. The bag I purchased cost $0.79. It is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:30-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Devilution: Erosion Of Mankind--The Question Of First Cause Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 12, 2004

New Evolution Series: This week the Genesis Space Capsule came crashing down to earth…It’s crash is symbolic of the crash the theory of Evolution encounters when it drives by the intersection of the Bible, God’s Word! Powerpoint at website.

DEVILUTION: (EVOLUTION’S EROSION OF MANKIND) The Question of First Cause (Genesis 1:1) [Note: You have to view the PowerPoint Slideshow available at our website for download in order to get this message...the visuals are powerfully helpful!] This week the Genesis Space Capsule came crashing down ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Truth And Lies: Does God Eventually Save Everyone?”

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Sep 21, 2004

When the question is asked, “Will people in other religions eventually be saved by Christ? How do we respond? Learn how to give a strong defense of the truth.

Can you visualize in your mind…a woman in a third world country is living in horrible conditions and her two sons cling to life because of the curse of AIDS. Her husband has been killed because of their countries civil war that has lasted for decades. After months of unbearable suffering because of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:47-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commission

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 26, 2002

A great commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission will build a great church

Sermon for 8/25/2002 The Great Commission Matthew 28:18-20 Introduction: Gandhi- If it wasn’t for the Christians... WBTU: A. Sermon on the Great Commandment. A great commitment to the Great Commandment and to the Great Commission will grow a great church. B. Now Great Commission, tied in with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No One Can Really Explain Away The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Doug Koehler on May 22, 2002

There are souls who seek to explain away what God has done before them, even though they have seen His work with their own eyes. This text reminds us of how Peter dealt with those situations and thus we are encouraged by his actions.

May 19 2002 Day of Pentecost “The Activity of God is something that we just cannot explain away.” Acts 2:1-21 One of my long time friends, Charlie, was at my birthday party when I turned six. As a special gift to me, my mother hired a friend of hers who happened to do a few magic tricks. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

"Triumphant Faith"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 23, 2002

Psalm 27 is a mountain peak of trust and faith.

Psalm 27:1-9 “Triumphant Faith” By: Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Psalm 27 is a mountain peak of trust and faith in God. King David, who wrote this Psalm knew alot about fear. He was often on the run for his life. One attack came after ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

On Purpose

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 29, 2002

The Church has a specific purpose. But what is it? Our Purpose is to...

ON PURPOSE—Mark 12:28-31 & Matthew 28:18-20 An elderly woman went into the doctor’s office. When the doctor asked why she was there, she replied, "I’d like to have some birth-control pills." Taken back, the doctor thought for a minute & then said, "Excuse me, Mrs. Smith, but you’re 72 years old. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist