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The Jesus Paradox Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 30, 2015

Jesus shows us the way to please God ... for Jesus the way up was down!

Title: The Jesus Paradox Text: Philippians 2:5-11 (Mark 11:1-11) Thesis: Jesus shows us the way to pleasing God. For Jesus the way up was down! Introduction A paradox is something that is contrary to expectations, existing beliefs or perceived opinions. It is a statement that appears to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Acknowledge Jesus In Everything

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 14, 2015

To show that our LORD JESUS is our reason to rejoice, eat and have peace.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you acknowledging the LORD before you eat? Yes. We pray and eat. 1 Corinthians 10:31 1 Corinthians 10:31 So then, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you may do, do all for the honor and glory of God. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 27:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Who Does What He Pleases

Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 14, 2016

We serve a God who does as He pleases

God who does what He pleases. psalm 115:1-3 1. God alone is to be glorified (115:1-3). “Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to Your name give glory because of Your lovingkindness, because of Your truth [or, faithfulness]. Why should the nations say, ‘Where, now, is their God?’ But ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"What To Do When You Come To The End Of Your Hope" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 14, 2016

How we can truly fight depression? The answer is hope. Hope keeps us from sinker deeper into depression.

“What to do when you come to the end of your Hope” 1st Kings 18-19 Distance runners, those who run marathons especially often experience what is called hitting the wall. A marathon is a 26 mile run and they say it usually happens around mile 20. Your energy runs out, your legs become ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit In The Writing Prophets

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 6, 2015

What the “Writing Prophets” – Isaiah through Malachi – have to say about the Holy Spirit.. Looking at the Nature of the Spirit, His Ministry, how He animates His servants, the Promise of Latter Day outpouring, and the Danger of Grieving the Spirit.

THE SPIRIT IN THE WRITING PROPHETS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man wanted to be a salesman, but he stuttered very badly. Then he saw an ad for a job as a Bible salesman for the Bible Society, and he decided to apply. 2. At the interview, they heard him stutter and said, "We're sorry, but there's ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Addiction Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 21, 2015

Preaching has taken over my life!

July 12, 2015 Church Planting My Addiction Acts 13:13-15 Opening words: I love this story. There was a pastor who never prepared his sermons in advance. His name was Ralph. Every Sunday morning he'd sit on the platform while the church was singing the hymns, desperately praying, "Lord, give me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-15

Denomination: Methodist

Eyes That Are Open Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 2, 2015

In order to be successful in being able to make change in one's life, we must be able to have eyes that are open to seeing some basic truths.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • 2015! WELCOME! I am excited for the New Year! • With a New Year comes excitement; we have habits to break and weight to lose as well as bank accounts to fill. • The New Year brings new possibilities, this is one of the reasons we celebrate the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:17-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jehovah Shalom

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 2, 2015

To show that only in the LORD and through Him we can obtain Perfect Peace and in no one, or nothing we can get peace only through the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have peace? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only in the LORD and through Him we can obtain Perfect Peace and in no one, or nothing we can get peace only through the LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Judges 6:24 (Amplified Bible) 6:24 Then Gideon ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Oh, Glorious Day - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Don Emmitte on Apr 21, 2014

This series was developed from the chorus of a wonderful song by Casting Crowns. The lyrics of the song were originally written by J. Wilbur Chapman in 1911. However, John Mark, Hall and Michael Bleecker rewrote the tune in 2009 for Casting Crowns.

“Living He Loved Me” Philippians 2:1-11 Sermon by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Today we begin a series developed from the chorus of a wonderful song by Casting Crowns. The lyrics of the song ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

One Way Hate

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 26, 2017

The Bible tells us that the world will hate us because it hated Jesus first. What does that mean to us? Should we consider the world to be our enemies? How should we respond?

Please open your Bibles to John 15:18-16:4 which we will read in a few minutes. In the Bible we often read of “the world”. The world consists of those who stand against Christ and His kingdom. In the time of Christ the world often referred to Jews who rejected the Jesus the Messiah. In a broader ...read more

Scripture: John 3:20, Acts 9:1-2, 2 Corinthians 11:24-26, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Matthew 5:43-45  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Message Of The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 22, 2017

The Gospel message is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is applied to our lives by faith, Repentance, and Baptism. Once we come into the Gospel we have forgiveness of sins, Holy Spirit, and eternal life.

“The Message of The Gospel Of Jesus Christ” 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 The Following link will take you to an MP3 recording of this message: http://chirb.it/neD5K0 INTRODUCTION: 1.) This morning as we look to the Word of God, I want us to look at the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 2.) When we speak of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David: "I've Fallen And I Can't Get Up" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 14, 2017

Avoiding Temptation & Sin, Decisions, Confession

OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - David: “I’ve Fallen and I Can’t Get Up” 2 Samuel 11:1-5 (p. 214) August 20, 2017 Introduction: Have you ever met someone who looks for a reason to say, “Gotcha.” Someone who finds some weird happiness in catching you in something? I heard about a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus, Who Is He Really Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 13, 2019

In this message we will look at some reasons why we should conclude that Jesus is God

Jesus: Who Was He Really? Once when Jesus was praying in private and his disciples were with him, he asked them, “Who do the crowds say I am?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, that one of the prophets of long ago has come back to life.” “But what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Roadside Conversation

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 24, 2017

I’M GOING TO SUGGEST TO YOU THAT THERE IS A HEARTBURN THAT YOU SHOULD DESIRE TO HAVE. IT IS A HEARTBURN THAT YOU SHOULD HOPE IS NOT QUENCHED, BUT IN FACT EXPANDED. IT IS A HEARTBURN THAT YOU SHOULD NOT SEEK RELIEF FROM.

A ROADSIDE CONVERSATION LUKE 24:13-35 HOW MANY OF YOU EVER HAD HEARTBURN? I’M SURE THAT MOST OF YOU, AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER, HAVE HAD TO DEAL WITH THIS CONDITION. IT’S NOT PLEASANT AND USUALLY HAPPENS AFTER WE HAVE ENJOYED A PARTICULAR FOOD, OR TOO MUCH FOOD IN GENERAL. TODAY THOUGH, I’M GOING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Deception (Part One) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 22, 2017

The word 'deceive' in its various forms occurs 87 times in the NIV. Deception is a dangerous thing; both in being deceived as well as being the one doing the deceiving. So let's find out how can we avoid the trappings of falling into either side of it.

THE DANGERS OF DECEPTION (part one) A man was standing on the street corner looking pitiful in his dark glasses and shabby clothes, holding a tin cup. A kindly man passed by and dropped a quarter in the cup. As he walked away and turned the corner he instinctively turned to look at the blind ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:13, Psalm 55:12-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ