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Minister On Purpose Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on May 5, 2021

This message looks at ministry or service. “Every believer isn’t a pastor, but every believer is called into ministry. God calls all believers to minister to the world and the church. Service in the body isn’t optional for Christians” - Rick Warren

This morning we’ll be viewing the purpose of “ministry” or “service.” In The Purpose Driven Life, Rick Warren says, “Growing up, you may have thought that being ‘called’ by God was something only missionaries, pastors, nuns, and other ‘full-time’ church workers experienced, but the Bible says ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Cares About Fathers

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Jun 15, 2018

Jairus' daughter died and he went to Jesus. Advice to Fathers 1. Run to Jesus 2. Worship God 3. Exercise Faith in God

Fathers’ Day June 17th 2018 Jesus Cares about Fathers Luke 8:41-42 and 49-56. 41 And, behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue: and he fell down at Jesus' feet, and besought him that he would come into his house: 42 For he had one only daughter, about twelve ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Mar 14, 2018

God wants us to be victorious in life because of what He did for us through His Son Jesus Christ.

2 Corinthians 10:3-5 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Soul Series

Contributed by Andre King on Mar 21, 2019

MAN HAS SOMETHING THING DEEP INSIDE. AN IMPERCEPTIBLE, INVISIBLE SOMETHING THAT GIVES HIM SUPREMACY OVER ALL OTHER LIFE ON THIS PLANET. HELD WITHIN THE BONDS OF HIS CONSCIOUSNESS IS THE THING THAT MAKES MAN "ALIVE".

• THE VULCAN STATUE IS THE LARGEST CAST IRON STATUE IN THE WORLD, HE IS THE SYMBOL OF THE CITY BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA, • ONCE KNOWN AS "STEEL CITY", VULCAN PAYS TRIBUTE TO BIRMINGHAM'S ROOTS IN THE IRON AND STEEL INDUSTRY. • DESIGNED BY ITALIAN SCULPTOR GIUSEPPE MORETTI, IT'S MADE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Matthew 10:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mother's Day: Eve Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 13, 2024

Like Eve we all sin—and sometimes have to live with the consequences of those sins. We all struggle—parenthood is fraught with headaches and heartaches. But thankfully we can all experience salvation—because of Jesus

Mother’s Day: Eve Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Genesis 3-4 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/14/2017 Good morning, welcome to the Grove and Happy Mother’s Day! If anyone deserves a celebration, it’s Mom! And today at the Grove we’re happy to celebrate all the special women in our lives. So ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

10 Reasons To Be A Faithful Committed Church Member

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 3, 2024

How does Jesus picture His Church? A Church trying to “hold on?" Intimidated?Struggling with worldliness? Struggling to stay alive? NO! Rather, a Victorious Conquering Church!

10 REASONS TO BE A FAITHFUL COMMITTED CHURCH MEMBER INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TREEMENNDOUS Puppy For Sale--$5,000. 1. A little boy asked a salesman how to sell his puppy. He told him to put out advertising and make the price a little high so he could negotiate down to the price he wanted. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Sale Of The Soul

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 18, 2023

Let me give you some details on TWO things I believe you will find interesting.

First, let me tell you about something… (1) MAN HAS MADE In BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA, you will find THE VULCAN STATUE. Maybe you have never heard of the Vulcan statue. If you ever go to Birmingham, Alabama you should take time to visit this tourist site. The reason I mention this statue is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36, Matthew 10:28

Denomination: Baptist

Demons, Pigs, Restoration, And Rejection

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

Scripture presents demons not as mythological creatures, but as real beings involved in historical and future events. Jesus encountered many of them during His earthly ministry, and in His encounters, He healed the persons whom the demon or demons had taken residence.

Demons, Pigs, Restoration, and Rejection Scripture presents demons not as mythological creatures, but as real beings involved in historical and future events. Jesus encountered many of them during His earthly ministry, and in His encounters, He healed the persons whom the demon or demons had taken ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-29, Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Keys To Revival

Contributed by George Bannister on Jun 9, 2003

This is a revival preparation message.

TEXT: Chronicles 6:12-42 TOPIC : Four Keys To Revival INTRODUCTION: I. HUMILITY (VV. 12-13) A. Humility is the key to acceptance by God (Micah 6:8). 1. Humble yourself in the presence of people. 2. Humble yourself before God (1 Pet. 5:15) 3. Humility is important for all. a. David was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

"Worse Than Leprosy..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jan 4, 2006

A few sweet words and a little bit of kindness can coax the hottest iron out of a fire. So it is with gratitude. Let’s examine this truth together in Lukes story of the ten lepers!

Introduction I read recently of the story of the man who was betrayed by one he thought was his best friend. He went to him and asked, "How could you do this to me? Who picked you up out of the gutter? Who gave you your first job? Who lent you money and bailed you out of jail!" His reply was, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Not In Any Crisis Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 5, 2009

In every crisis, whether a wind on the lake or concerns about our daily bread, the Master counsels "Fear not, I am with you."

September 7, 2009 Caritas in Veritate Labor Day As we continue our reflections on human development, the Scriptures and the papal documents again converge in this pair of readings we hear proclaimed each Labor Day. God gave a twin gift to the earth in the beginning–a mist to water the soil, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:31-34

Denomination: Catholic

A Short Catechism

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 11, 2009

We expand the meaning of "believe and be baptized, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit."

Tuesday in Easter Week If you ever wished for a very short Catechism, Peter gives it to you today. What must you do to be saved: "Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 For the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Catholic

The Commands Of God

Contributed by Scott Delashaw on Mar 31, 2010

7 points of thought on what should be done with the commands of our Lord.

The Commands of God Intro- * Much has been said recently regarding the 10 commandments. It seems as if they have become more like 10 options or 10 opinions than Oracles of God. * Command- (Def) An order by an authority, an instruction to be carried out. A directive, mandate, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Greetings - A Lesson In Hebrew

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 22, 2018

Joshua says we have a choice for Good or Evil, Life or Death. James teaches that we should speak blessing and not cursing. The best choice each day is a blessed-good-life. We are to give praise and thanks to GOD and to be at peace with all mankind. LESSON: Consider our American greeting.

A Hebrew Lesson on Blessed Greetings William Akehurst, HSWC Joshua 24:14-15 James 3:10 In Scripture, Joshua says each day we have a choice for Good or Evil, Life or Death. In James, it teaches us that we should speak blessing and not cursing. The best choice each day is a blessed-good-life. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15, James 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foreknown And Predestinated By God

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jan 27, 2019

We are all FOREKNOWN and predestined by God Almighty but to fall into this perfect plan you need to be saved by accepting Jesus as your Lord and Personal Saviour.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: FOREKNOWN AND PREDESTINATED BY GOD Romans 8:29 King James Version (KJV) 29 For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. Hallelujah beloved, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29

Denomination: Charismatic