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  • Why Belong Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 9, 2011
     | 5,562 views

    Those who believe are taught the value of church membership.

    “Those who accepted [Peter’s] message were baptised, and that day about three thousand people were added… And the Lord was adding to their number every day those who were being saved.” , Charles Spurgeon told of his intense desire to be a member of a local church during one particular sermon. ...read more

  • Why Methodist

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,521 views

    This message talks about three strands of DNA which make us United Methodist.

    Why Methodist? 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Today we’re going to talk about three strands of DNA which make us United Methodist. In 18 years of being a Methodist pastor, I realized this week that I haven’t preached on this topic, which amazes me. So I’m excited about this message this morning. There’s ...read more

  • Why So Sad?

    Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,738 views

    Describes God's desire and provision for our Joy.

    Why so Sad? REFLECTION: Jesus clearly claimed that one purpose of His coming was to bring a fulfilling and abundant life to His disciples (John 10:10) ye most of us stumble along the narrow road too often defeated and dejected. We often excuse such attitudes by citing our circumstances, whether ...read more

  • Why Are You Crying?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 16, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,325 views

    If Christ Jesus is here among us, why do we insist on crying out to God? This is the question the angels posed to Mary and through this story to us.

    Why Are You Crying? John 20: 1 - 18 Intro: The young mom was driving her 3-year-old child to church early on Easter morning. As she drove she told the Easter story. “This is the day we celebrate Jesus coming back to life.” From the back seat she heard, “Will He be in church today?” I. Did ...read more

  • Out Of The Whirlwind

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 24, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,557 views

    We all want to know why we suffer.

    Then the LORD answered Job out of the whirlwind: "Who is this that darkens counsel by words without knowledge? Gird up your loins like a man, I will question you, and you shall declare to me. Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding. Who ...read more

  • The Hour Of Darkness Series

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 14, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 10,894 views

    This sermon examines how and why God allowed an hour of darkness in Jesus’ arrest at Gethsemane.

    March 12, 2006 Luke 22:47-54 While he was still speaking a crowd came up, and the man who was called Judas, one of the Twelve, was leading them. He approached Jesus to kiss him, but Jesus asked him, “Judas, are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?” When Jesus’ followers saw what was ...read more

  • To Live Is Christ

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 18, 2011
     | 5,747 views

    How do we balance our own pursuit of meaning and happiness with the call to live as Kingdom people? What role does suffering have in the Christian life and why in the world are we called not only to believe in Jesus but to suffer for him? A little bait an

    This dates me, I know, but I can sometimes relate to Charlie Brown in the Peanuts cartoons. Like the one where Lucy is philosophizing and Charlie is listening. As usual, Lucy has the floor, delivering one of her lectures. She says, "Charlie Brown, life is a lot like a deck chair. Some place it so ...read more

  • Why Belong

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 24, 2015
     | 6,057 views

    Teaching the importance of church membership for those who are redeemed.

    “Those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls… And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.” Charles Spurgeon spoke of his intense desire to be a member of a local church in an account provided ...read more

  • Don't Allow Stress Rob Your Joy Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Feb 13, 2007
     | 6,969 views

    Philippians is commonly called the "Book of Joy". But Paul presents several thieves that try to rob us of our joy. The fourth thief: "Stress."

    DO NOT ALLOW STRESS TO ROB YOUR JOY A. Have you ever had one of those days when nothing seems to go RIGHT? ILLUSTRATION: The ALARM CLOCK doesn’t go off leaving you only 15 minutes to get to WORK. After getting ready you RUSH to your CAR only to discover a FLAT TIRE. You hurriedly CHANGE the ...read more

  • Why Are We Here?

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 25, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 11,176 views

    God left His people here as physical and visible illustrations of the nature and person of God, which implies the seriousness of our fulfilling our purpose.

    Why Are We Here? Text: Eph.1: 9-10 Intro: The question we’re considering today is one that has puzzled mankind for many years. That question seems to gnaw at the soul of man, for somewhere in the core of his being he knows that life must ultimately have a purpose—that he must have a ...read more

  • Why Did They Go PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 516 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' baptism, the wisemen's search for God, and how these spiritual quests shape our understanding of faith and our place in God's narrative.

    Good morning, dear family of God, gathered here today in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. What a blessing it is to see each of your faces, shining with the light of His love and grace. It's a joy to be in fellowship with you, as we open our hearts and minds to the Word of God, seeking ...read more

  • Why Teamwork?

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 34,094 views

    A key to unlocking the door of revival at Christian Hills is teamwork and when the team players understand the following statement then we will have another key to unlocking revival.

    Why Does God want Teamwork? Recognition of new members at Christian Hills Church during Praise and Worship. Opening video Illustration: Teamwork “The Blue Angels” Illustration: Movie Clip on Teamwork – From “Remember the Titans.” Movie is focused on bringing together different cultures and ...read more

  • Frequently Asked Question

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,908 views

    The answer to Job’s anguished question of "Why?" does not come in words but in presence.

    I met Janet at a party, several years ago, the kind of combination business/social gathering where people talk shop, and network, and make superficial small talk. It’s the sort of event I usually avoid if at all possible, but of course it wasn’t always possible. Anyway, for some reason Janet ...read more

  • Why Belong?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 20, 2016
     | 4,684 views

    An apologia for belonging to your local congregaion.

    “Those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls… And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.” [1] In one of his sermons, Charles Spurgeon spoke of his intense desire to be a member of a local ...read more

  • Job Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 9, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,730 views

    The unbreakable relationship between one man and God

    May 29, 2021 Many are irritated by the book of Job and either discount it as purely fiction or ignore it all together for one reason – the unfair suffering of Job. Humans care very deeply about fairness and justice and if Job had been a terrible, awful person, we might very well have cheered ...read more