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That Was Then...

Contributed by Richard Jones on Nov 3, 2000

based on 108 ratings

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A look at today and where we are headed, as opposed to where we should be going.

“That was then, what is it now?” John 3:16 Until I was 27 years old God not only didn’t play a significant role in my life He basically had NO role in my life. Just like Paul, I thought Christians were weak and foolish. But at 27 years old I was confronted with the “Gospel” through a situation ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Unexpected Converts

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 26, 2000

based on 67 ratings

| 16,551 views

Grace. Those most people thought were least likely to become God’s people are the ones who come to Christ; while the ones often thought to be most likely became his enemies.

Two of the surprises that we come across as we read the New Testament are the people who become close to Jesus, and the people who are alienated from Jesus. It is surprising because it is exactly the opposite of what we would expect to find. We would expect Jesus to be close to the religious folk ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Discouraged And Depressed Series

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jun 28, 2004

based on 40 ratings

| 14,613 views

This sermon looks at how Elijah suffered from depression. It looks at the circumstances that made him more likely to suffer from depression and how God lifted him from that dark depression.

Tell me if you can identify with this song. “Gloom, Despair, and agony on me. Deep dark depression and endless misery. If it weren’t for bad luck, I’d have no luck at all, Gloom, despair, and agony on me.” I know that there are times in my past where that could’ve been the theme song of my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

God Is Our Source Of Comfort

Contributed by James May on Oct 19, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 13,021 views

Our God is a loving God. Though he is often forced through our disobedience to bring judgement, he always makes a way for us to repent and come back to him. Jesus is that way.

GOD IS OUR SOURCE OF COMFORT Isaiah 39:1-8, "At that time Merodachbaladan, the son of Baladan, king of Babylon, sent letters and a present to Hezekiah: for he had heard that he had been sick, and was recovered. And Hezekiah was glad of them, and shewed them the house of his precious things, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 39:1-8, Isaiah 40:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Radical Cleansing

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Sep 9, 2003

based on 19 ratings

| 6,732 views

Contemporary Holiness sermon with object lesson and communion medidation at the close. Part of series on Acts. Updated 12/05

Radical Cleansing Acts 15:8,9 Pastor Bob Hunter (Others sermons on Acts available at www.sermoncentral.com) Today I want to bring to a conclusion our summer series on Acts. Last summer we journeyed through the book of Acts from Chs. 1-8. This summer we covered Chs. 8-16, I gave you chapter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:8-9

Denomination: Holiness

Bigger Hearts For Lost People

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

based on 1 rating

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What was it that transformed a semi-defeated Bible study group meeting in an upper room in Jerusalem into this highly energized, Holy Spirit empowered, life-giving local church? The inundation of 3000 new converts on Pentecost Day.

Building Bigger Hearts for Lost People I would like to start with a multiple-choice question: Which of these would most likely transform the average sleepy, tradition-bound local church into a dynamic, fired-up, community of faith? Which of the following events? A) Burning the hymnbooks, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why We Preach On Giving

Contributed by Mike Garner on Aug 15, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 2,915 views

Why is it so hard for pastors to preach about giving? Why is it so hard for church members to hear about giving? Here are 3 reasons why preachers should NOT apologize for a sermon on giving - from a layperson!

What is On Your Mind? One of the most intriguing challenges for anyone who steps behind one of these (pulpits) is trying to figure out what¡¦s going on in your minds. What are you thinking as we speak? It¡¦s not always easy to read. But there is one time where it¡¦s really not all that hard to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spirit Of The Overcomer Pt3 Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 25, 2006

| 2,643 views

7 letter to the churches

REVELATION - Part 3 August 27, 2003 - Danny L. Williams Revelation 1:5-6 As we walk through the Book of Revelation together, remember that this special message has been given to reveal God’s truth, not conceal it, and to clarify God’s eternal purpose, not mystify it. This work was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret To Life

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Aug 19, 2005

based on 24 ratings

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God is the Creator, Center, and Comprehension of life.

THE SECRET TO LIFE John 1:2-5 By Cleavon P. Matthews August 2000 INTRODUCTION It is possible to be alive and still not have life. At this moment all of us are alive. We have the appropriate signs of life. We have brain function. Our hearts are contracting. Our major organs are performing. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:2-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Best Is Yet To Come Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jul 2, 2007

based on 15 ratings

| 14,139 views

Final in a four-part series from Ruth. Boaz fulfills his promise to redeem Ruth and illustrates Christ’s redemption of us.

Trinity Baptist Church July 1, 2007 Ruth: God Redeems The best is yet to come Ruth 4:1-22 I love a good read. And I really like stories with good endings. The book of Ruth gives us both. We’ve seen what a great piece of drama it is. Ruth is one of the Bible’s shorter books -- it only has ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

How To Enjoy Life And Not Just Endure It! Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 29, 2007

based on 14 ratings

| 14,004 views

How to follow Christ’s example of finding joy while we’re enduring life’s chaos.

HOW TO ENJOY LIFE & NOT JUST ENDURE IT, How Christ’s Suffering Changes My Perspective About Difficult Times (Hebrews chapter five) Today’s message is our last (for now) in the series from the letter to the Hebrew Christians of the First Century but I hope we can revisit this letter at a later ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Questions For God: Do You Ever Change Your Mind? Series

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Aug 1, 2008

based on 4 ratings

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Do you think God ever changes His mind?

Note: This is the sermon manuscript that Ben carried into the pulpit. Feel free to use it in any way to advance the kingdom of God. Questions For God: Do You Ever Change Your Mind? Exodus 32:7-14 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Morning, July 27, 2008 I am beginning a new series of messages ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Identity Theft - Mugged By The Mirror Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 12, 2009

based on 4 ratings

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A message about how a Christian can be mugged by the mirror, and have an inaccurate assessment of their worth.

Continuing in our series entitled Identity Theft. As you may recall from last week… the fastest growing crime in America is Identity Theft… a means by where who we are is taken by another. But of course our identity is far more than our credit card number or bank account. And in truth… the real ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping Promises And Extending Grace Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 28, 2009

based on 5 ratings

| 9,092 views

King David show wonderful grace toward Jonathan’s son, Mephibosheth and we learn of our need to receive God’s grace and dispense grace to others.

Introduction: A. What do you think of when I say the word “GRACE”? 1. Many of us probably think of the prayer we offer at mealtimes. 2. The story is told of a family who was inspired to do something after hearing a great sermon on evangelism. a. So they invited their neighbors to dinner the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Repentance Precedes Restoration Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 17, 2009

based on 60 ratings

| 45,774 views

Divine grace cannot be divorced from human responsibility. The bestowing of the riches of covenant grace are for those who are genuinely willing to turn away from sin to follow God alone.

ZECHARIAH 1:1-6 REPENTANCE PRECEDES RESTORATION [Haggai 1:1-11 / 2 Chronicles 7:14] The visions of God showering His people with the riches of divine treasure must first be prefaced by the message that travels parallel down the track, arm in arm with divine blessings. The eternal truth which ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

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