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Reclaiming The Blueprint Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 24, 2024

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Many believers feel that something vital is missing from today's church, yearning for the vibrancy seen in the early church of Acts. God is calling us back to that original blueprint, to be a church devoted to Him, to each other, and to the mission of spreading His hope and redemption.

There is a growing sense among believers today that something essential is missing. We attend church services, participate in programs, and go through the motions of faith, yet we long for the vibrancy, the power, and the authentic community described in the book of Acts. It’s like we have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Other

Judas, Wrong Focus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 5, 2018

based on 1 rating

| 8,516 views

Judas shows what can happen when our focus in wrong for life.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The heart, it is a funny thing it is at times a complicated thing. • The heart is what drives us, it pumps the blood through our body that gives us life. • From a symbolic standpoint, the heart is the seat of our emotions. • When we speak of someone who perseveres through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Joy

Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 25, 2003

based on 41 ratings

| 8,139 views

You may be struggling through a difficult situation, uncertain of the future,troubled in your spirit,or struggling with sin. Open up your heart and let God embrace you and Bring you Spiritual Joy A joy like no other

SPIRITUAL JOY This morning I want to talk about a common experience That comes from an uncommon source It happens in heaven and on earth It can happen in the womb or even on ones death bed It is a powerful motivator That can come in small packages or in big events It is with us all the time Yet it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16, Luke 1:28-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No One Driven Away

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 13, 2005

based on 3 ratings

| 4,721 views

Jesus accepts all who come to Him in faith.

"HIM THAT COMETH TO ME I WILL IN NO WISE CAST OUT" (John 6:37). "WHOEVER COMES TO ME I WILL NEVER DRIVE AWAY" (John 6:37, NIV). This verse swings the broad gates of heaven wide open and promises that Jesus will receive all who come to the Father by Him. It means that the gospel is for you if you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:37

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Presents From Heaven

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 14, 2008

based on 14 ratings

| 4,959 views

Our Heavenly Father loves to give generous, lavish gifts to His children. He has many wonderful Christmas presents for everyone, and you don’t have to wait until December 25th to open them.

CHRISTMAS PRESENTS FROM HEAVEN ILLUSTRATION: Santa Letters "Dear Santa, you did not bring me anything good last year. You did not bring me anything good the year before that. This is your last chance. Signed, Alfred." "Dear Santa, there are three little boys who live at our house. There is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: *other

What Can The Cross Teach Me

Contributed by David Rogers on Jul 19, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 3,719 views

This is a sermon that tells how the letters in the word cross can teach us to be disciples.

What Can The Cross Do For Me? July 17 2005 Jesus tells us in Matthew 16: 24-26 24Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man would come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25For whosoever would save his life shall lose it: and whosoever shall lose his life for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

Give The Devil What He Deserves

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Feb 17, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 3,863 views

Battling satan!

GIVE THE DEVIL WHAT HE DESERVES Tonight as believers in Jesus Christ we should Already know that we are in a battle. We are fighting a war that’s spiritual And its happening whether we want it to or Not!! And especially in today’s world we have to Know how to equip ourselves, and how to Handle ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Greater Joy

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

based on 51 ratings

| 9,332 views

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. The richness of God’s word is how it speaks to us differently at different times. We can read same passage many times and yet be enlightened by it as if never read before. This happened to me as I read today’s passage, especially one verse.. Psa 4:7 You have filled my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Just One Look

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 27, 2006

based on 313 ratings

| 69,679 views

One look is all it takes to bring: Condemnation, Justification, Sanctification, & Glorification. Dozens of Bible examples of people being forever changed by just one look! Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

Just One Look Isaiah 45:22 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/JustOneLook.html "Look unto me and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth, for I am God and there is none else." Charles Spurgeon quoted this verse while testing the acoustics in a new sanctuary…he was later called to the bedside of a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:22, Isaiah 45:1

Denomination: Baptist

The First Two Questions Of The Bible Are Still The Most Important Questions

Contributed by David Gant on Sep 18, 2005

based on 54 ratings

| 28,802 views

This sermon is applicable to both believers and non-believers in developing their awareness of the need to Believe what God has said ... and calling them to accountability in their position before God or their walk with Him. It can be lengthy -- but tail

THE FIRST TWO QUESTIONS OF THE BIBLE ARE STILL THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS FOR TODAY This past week, as we have watched events unfold following the horrific, unimaginable horror of Hurricane Katrina, we hear a lot of questions. Ø Most of those questions need to be asked, and certainly some of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Enthusiasm

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 28, 2002

based on 156 ratings

| 20,760 views

To remind followers of Christ of the important role that enthusiasm plays in their witness.

Godly Enthusiasm Rom 12:9-12 9 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-12, Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Wesleyan

What's It Mean To Be Shrewd?

Contributed by Edward Frey on Oct 11, 2001

based on 24 ratings

| 11,411 views

Christian shrewdness means to use earthly treasures to build heavnly friendships

Sermon Text: Luke 16:1-10 WHAT’S IT MEAN TO BE SHREWD? Do you know any shrewd characters? It all depends on our understanding of the word “shrewd”. That word seems to cause red flags to come up in our minds. Perhaps we equate shrewdness with dishonesty. We might think a businessman is shrewd ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Resurrection Wonder Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Apr 20, 2006

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We need to recover our sense of resurrection wonder, joy, and excitement over what is possible with God.

“Resurrection Wonder” John 20: 1 – 18 1. Have any of you ever read the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes? In one storyline Calvin’s father is reading him a bedtime story – “Hamster Huey and Gooey Kablooey!” – and the poor father is getting really tired of this story. It’s Calvin’s favourite and he ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Four Words You Do Not Want To Hear God Say

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 10, 2004

based on 15 ratings

| 3,586 views

It takes more than the right password to enter God’s Kingdom.

Four Words You Never Want To Hear God Say Matt. 7.21-23 August 1, 2004 Chester FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: One week prior to this sermon, during the children’s sermon, plant a pea seed in one clear glass and a round pebble that looks like a pea ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008

based on 3 ratings

| 3,317 views

The Day of the Lord is a painful time, a time of judgment.

1. More than a few men and women have come by promising you and me to reveal the future. a. Come & follow me and I’ll let you know what’s in store for your life. SO Why are they so successful? b. How can people make a living on predicting the future? NOTE: Because man naturally wants to know what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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