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Where Is Andy?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 6, 2023

And he has compassion, And He will not send you away, And He feeds me, And he satisfies me, And He takes care of all.

Where is Andy? Matthew 14:13-21 I was watching a reel on facebook found this and thought that will work for a message. Don't know where the story originated. Little girl come home from church and she runs into kitchen opens drawers hollow, Where is Andy? She run upstairs where is Andy? Comes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

Work To Do

Contributed by Aaron Legendre on Mar 28, 2008

We as Christians have work to do,but how many actually do the work.

A letter from an unsaved man My friend, I stand in judgment now, and feel that you were the blame somehow. On earth I walked with you day by day, and never did you show the way. You knew the savior in truth and glory, but never did you tell the story. My knowledge then was very ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Women And Christianity Pt. 2

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Nov 24, 2013

In this concluding article of this title series, I want to focus on the ministries that are prohibited and the ministries that women can and should pursue.

In my previous article on this topic, I focused on how Christianity elevated the status and opportunities of women. I wrote about how Christian women, in the New Testament, have had (and, thus, still have) opportunities to labor for the Lord’s Church. However, I did mention in passing that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shepherding God's Flock Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 22, 2011

In the first four verses of 1 Peter 5, Peter discusses the ministry, motives and manner of leading of elders.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a preacher who quit the ministry after 20 years and became a funeral director. 1. When asked why he changed occupations, he said: “I spent 3 years trying to straighten out John, but John is still an alcoholic. Then I spent 6 months trying to straighten ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Like A Rock

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 29, 2007

Todays call to worship is all about building our lives on the rock of our salvation. That rock is Jesus Christ. He is described for us as the Corner Stone. We are also described as Living Stones built on Him.

Like A Rock Last week I introduced a new construction project to you. The project was entitled Lets Build a Church. As I outlined that project I finished by listing seven things that we could do that would help build our church. This week I would like to expand on one of those seven points. Id ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Umbrella Anointing

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on May 3, 2008

Find out the benefits of living ’under cover.’

I. Abiding Under the Shadow A. Text: Psalm 91:1-16 “[1] He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. [2] I will say of the LORD, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.’ [3] Surely He shall deliver you from the snare of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Obergefell V. Hodges: Supremely Wrong

Contributed by Jim Bennett on Jun 27, 2015

An examination of what HAS changed, what HAS NOT changed, and what NEEDS to change in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to force same-sex marriage on the American people.

I want to address three matters in this message with regard to the Supreme Court’s supremely satanic decision in Obergefell v. Hodges: What has changed, what hasn’t changed, and what must change. First of all, what has changed? For one thing, this nation. Obergefell v. Hodges is new ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 9, 2020

Today, I would like for us to look some more at the topic of the Routine of Discipleship...

Thus far in this series on discipleship we looked at “The Root of Discipleship” – Jesus commanded His followers to make disciples of all nations. Discipleship happens when Christians obey the Word of God and pass on their godly heritage to the next generation of Christians. We’ve discussed “The ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:2-5, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessed Are The Peacemakers

Contributed by Chris Surber on May 24, 2007

Each of us is a wounded warrior in the battle of life. We don’t have strength enough to fight the battles on our own. But as we surrender our brokenness to God, He will give us the strength to be peacemakers. He makes up the difference between our abil

“Blessed Are the Peacemakers” Mathew 5:9 Introduction In 1915 Moina Michael wrote a poem which says: We cherish too, the Poppy red… That grows on fields where valor led… It seems to signal to the skies…That blood of heroes never dies… Tomorrow is Memorial Day. Memorial Day is a time when we, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian Church

Choosing Allies Of Integrity Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Aug 20, 2007

3rd in a series from 1 Timothy. While the world looks for certain attributes in its leaders, good church leaders are measured by completely different standards.

Lessons for a Healthy Church Choosing Allies of Integrity 1 Timothy 3:1-13 Introduction: Spring is just 22 days away. Are you glancing at seed catalogs or wandering into the garden departments at the local stores to see what is being set out on display? Whether we are farming, planting a small ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Zeal For God

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

A challenging lesson on getting excited about serving God.

Title: Zeal for God Text: Multi-texted-Topical Introduction: Have you ever gotten tired of a concept or idea or maybe even a word. ‒ T.V. commercials remind me of this. ‒ How many of us really like the 3 minute long Sports Illustrated commercials any more? ‒ How many of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11, Hebrews 5:12-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lost

Contributed by Richard Scoggins on Jan 28, 2005

Illustrates the need for being spiritual compasses for those around us

I wanted to tell you men about a story that some of you may be able to relate to. I used to love to squirrel hunt. As a matter of fact I preferred it over just about any other kind of hunting. Well one day when I was about 19 while attending Southwest a friend of mine said that he had found the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

“everything Done Right”

Contributed by George Yates on Apr 10, 2012

Jesus did everything just as the Father wanted including His own baptism. He now enables us by His Spirit to live more and more as the Father desires.

I. A small country church was having a "baptizing" in a river on a cold January day. A. A revival meeting had just concluded. 1. The preacher asked one baptismal candidate, "Is the water cold?" 2. "Naw!" he replied. a. One of the deacons shouted: "Dip him ag'in preacher, he's still lyin'!" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Window Of Opportunity

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 30, 2012

Certain seasons of opportunity and time exist for people and churches. Don’t miss yours because you are not willing to do the serious soul searching needed to seize the day.

Text: Ezra 9-10, Title: Window of Opportunity, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/29/12, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: the temple had been completed and dedicated, and so Ezra was setting up the Levites and priests to serve in it. In the process, he finds out about a huge underlying sin ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Preach For Free? Must Be Crazy!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 24, 2017

People say preachers are in it for the money, but if one comes just ready to preach for free they think you are nuts. Where's the win-win? ;-)

Ever since I have been saved, I have heard that "Preachers are only in it for the money." My first pastor was driving a twelve-year-old car, raising four kids on a salary that was equal to what my father-in-law was paying in weekly taxes. Admittedly, when you look at the lifestyles of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:7-8, 1 Corinthians 9:18

Denomination: Baptist