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Letting Go Of Unforgiveness

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 11, 2020

A look at five reasons why we don't want to forgive and four reasons why we must forgive. Unforgiveness blocks our prayers. Even confession is unavailing if we don't forgive.

LETTING GO OF UNFORGIVENESS Matthew 18:24-35 INTRODUCTION A. OPENING STORY 1. In New Hampshire, a man named Josh Muszynski stopped at a gas station and bought a pack of cigarettes with his debit card. A few hours later he was online checking his bank account and found that this particular pack ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:24-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Every Christian Needs (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Feb 10, 2014

God has created us in Christ to be a part of a group whereby we can love, share, serve, and give to one another. Why is this so important? Why does the Bible put such a high premium on this thing called fellowship?

What Every Christian Needs (Part 2) www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Today, you may feel very alone. But God never intended for people to go at life alone. God said about Adam, ìIt is not good that man should be aloneÖî Genesis 2:18 2. God has created us in Christ to be a part of a group ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1, Romans 15:1

Denomination: Bible Church

Established By Encouragement Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

There are disappointments in serving Jesus, that is why Paul needed the encouragement of others, and that is why we all do. The only way any Christian can be obedient over the long hall, and not get weary in well doing, is to be encouraged by other believers.

One of the greatest heroes in Minnesota history was James Root of White Bear. He was the engineer on the No. 4 Limited the day it pulled out of Duluth heading for St. Paul on Sept. 1, 1894. Before that day ended he saved the lives of nearly 400 people. Unknown to him and his passengers they were ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:11-13

Unanswered Prayer (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Feb 28, 2023

God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Mat 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

Three weeks ago, we studied how God invites us to ask Him. Therefore, do not hesitate to ask for something or express our wishes to God. The Lord Jesus said, "Ask, and it will be given to you." (Matthew 7:7). If so, why are there prayers that God does not answer? You may have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 2 Corinthians 11:7-9, Psalm 139:13, Matthew 26:39, Luke 9:54-56, 1 John 5:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unanswered Prayer (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 1, 2023

God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Mat 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

We have learned that God invites us to ask Him what we need (Matthew 7:7) because, number one, God wants us to be close to Him; number two, God wants us to always depend on Him; and number three, God wants to show His love to us. When we ask something from Him, we must be ready to get His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 John 5:14, Numbers 14:34-35, James 4:3, Deuteronomy 3:25-26, Jeremiah 29:4-7, Galatians 6:7, Deuteronomy 29:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unanswered Prayer (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 1, 2023

God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Matthew 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

Prayer is an essential part of the Christian life and an excellent means of communication with our Heavenly Father. We can express our deepest longings, fears, joys, and hopes through prayer, seek God's guidance and help and intercede for others. However, sometimes it seems God is not answering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 John 5:14, James 4:3, Psalm 66:18, Isaiah 59:1-2, 1 Peter 3:7, Jonah 3:5-10, Genesis 21:14-19, 1 Kings 21:17-29, Mark 7:24-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Love Sundays (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 30, 2020

David got excited when he was invited to the house of the Lord. He was glad! He rejoiced! Why? Because he loved the praise of God!

Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/24/16 • Music Video: What I Love About Sundays (Craig Morgan) I’ve never been much of a country music fan, but that song really speaks to me. Craig Morgan, the singer, describes the kind of Sundays that I long for and look forward to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

How To Love The Lord

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 16, 2003

Why is it that so few seem to understand Christ’s intention in the greatest commandment? Worshiping the Lord involves growing in maturity in four key areas.

How to Love the Lord (Mark 12:28-30) "What commandment is the foremost of all?" Jesus answered, "The foremost is, ’Hear, O Israel! The Lord our God is one Lord; and you shall love the Lord your God with all our heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength.” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All On The Altar Of Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 1, 2020

Why did God have the Israelites offer sacrifices? Was He hungry? And does God call on us to make sacrifices in the New Testament era?

There’s a true story of a church that had a parking problem. Right next door was a store that was closed on Sunday. So they asked the owner if they could use his parking lot. He said that they could use it for 51 Sundays out of the year but it would be chained off one week. They were happy with ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:22-26, Romans 12:1, Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resurrection: Redemption Ratified

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 19, 2003

The doctrine of the resurrection is vitally important to everything we believe concerning the Savior and salvation, and this message seeks to show why that is so.

Resurrection: Redemption Ratified Text: Matt.28: 1-8; I Cor.15: 14 Intro: What a wonderful time of year is spring. Everything around us begins to awaken from its winter sleep, and bud forth with new and vibrant life. Spring is my mother’s favorite season. She gets all enthused when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8, 1 Corinthians 15:14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Communicate The Gospel Effectively Series

Contributed by Everette Pafford on Apr 9, 2002

Part 3 continues to examine why the early church was so effective in the spread of the gospel and challenges us to so likewise.

“How to Communicate the Gospel Effectively” (Part III) For the past 3 weeks the lord has given me a word for us on Effectively Communicating the Gospel. This week I came across another story about effective communication. A woman from Kentucky tells this story. After directory assistance gave ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:19-20, Acts 3:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Supremacy Of Christ Is Defended Against Man-Made Rules & Regulations

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Oct 18, 2001

The sermon gets to the root of why man-made do’s and don’ts are inferior to actually knowing Chirst.

The Supremacy of Christ is Defended Against Man-Made Rules and Regulations Colossians 2:18-23 October 21, 2001 Intro: A. [Odd Laws Still on the Books, Citation: Robert W. Pelton in The Door. Christian Reader, Vol. 33, no. 5.] Young girls are never allowed to walk a tightrope in Wheeler, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's So Amazing About Amazing Grace

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jan 18, 2007

Why is grace so amazing? Find out 5 characteristics of grace and how it can change your life.

What’s So Amazing About Amazing Grace? We’re starting a series of messages this morning from the book of Romans, that I’ve entitled… “What’s So Amazing about GRACE?” I’m not talking about Grace Kelley, the famous actress… but the word ‘grace’. When you stop and think about it… we use the word ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Are You Too Comfortable?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001

3 Questions: "How does Jesus disturb people? Why does Jesus disturb people? How will you respond?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. In the 5th chapter of the Gospel of Mark there is an intriguing story. For many of you it is a familiar one, but let me briefly summarize it for you, & then read 3 verses from it. When Jesus & His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Given To Testify

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 23, 2006

A sermon that wraps up a morning of personal testimonies - giving biblical references on how to testify and why we must testify.

We all have a sphere of influence in our lives. That sphere is made up of those people in our lives that we have some influence over. And one of the strongest ways we can influence someone is through a personal testimony. That is when you tell someone else how something, or somebody, has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

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