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Very Religious Yet Very Lost!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 28, 2004

based on 51 ratings

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Ardent religious activity and a high and lofty intellect fall far short of the righteousness God requires.

VERY RELIGIOUS YET VERY LOST! 22 Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said: "Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; 23 for as I was passing through and considering the objects of your worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO THE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

At Home With Jesus

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

based on 40 ratings

| 7,163 views

I believe that many times Christians will know what it means to be a follower of Jesus, and they may rightfully call themselves Christians. And yet some people may not sense a connection with God.

Let’s begin tonight by giving thanks to what the Lord has been doing in each of our lives. I know that it is God that is doing these things. We are dependent on the Lord and His stirring our hearts. We can study, and train, and discuss what needs to be done and what should be done, but it will ...read more

Scripture: John 14:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Salvation Of The Gentiles, Pt. 1--The Searching Soldier Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 15, 2004

based on 54 ratings

| 6,211 views

CORNELIUS WAS A GOOD MAN, A GOD-FEARING MAN, A GENEROUS MAN, A PRAYING MAN, BUT NOT A SAVED MAN...YET! [GOOD HURRICANE ILLUSTRATION AND MISSIONS APPLICATION] Powerpoint at website.

The Salvation of the Gentiles, pt. 1 “The Searching Soldier” Acts 10:1-16 It’s now about 10 years after the day of Pentecost, and though the early church has made great strides and reached a lot of people, they are making no efforts to reach the Gentiles. Those 3k saved at Pentecost…all Jews. 5k ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven But Nobody Wants To Die

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 4, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 8,565 views

This sermon investigates the idea of carrying a cross if we are to follow Jesus. Also the hope of eternal life.

Everybody Wants to Go To Heaven But Nobody Wants to Die Luke 9:18-27 How many of you here this morning want to go to heaven? How many of you are enamored with the idea of dying. The truth is that heaven is a wonderful place ¡V people are just dying to get in. Tell me why you want to go to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: *other

Sometimes You Need To Keep Your Mouth Shut

Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Jul 7, 2004

based on 29 ratings

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Our tongue can get us into a lot of trouble. Taken from the 7 sin that are an abomination, this sermon deals with the three that del with the tongue.

SOMETIMES YOU NEED TO KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT Proverbs 6:12-19 Illustration: Some people just have a knack for saying the wrong thing. A state trooper pulled a man over for speeding on a deserted road. Since the road was clear and the weather fine, the trooper was indicated that he may not give the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Night Caller

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Jul 25, 2004

based on 10 ratings

| 3,807 views

Nicodemus Visits Jesus at night

The Night Caller John 3:1-16 Intro. It was late at night a knock on the door. We do not know why Jesus was alone, this was during the time of his great popularity we would have thought that some of his friends might be with him, they may have gone for food or most likely he had sent them out ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Transformed Life

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 20, 2004

based on 25 ratings

| 5,666 views

This is the seventh in a series of studies on Ephesians and deals with the hallmarks of a transformed life in Christ.

The Transformed Life Ephesians 4:17-32 As we continue to look at Paul¡¦s message concerning the early church and it¡¦s ministry, tonight we move on to a difficult and much maligned subject. The transformed life. Jesus makes it clear that Salvation is about Change ¡V it is not a magic incantation ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: *other

Spellbound.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 22, 2004

based on 11 ratings

| 2,778 views

How were you saved by the works of the law or by hearing the gospel?

Spellbound. Galatians 3:1 -- 5. 10/24/04 The first two chapters of this book, we find Paul sharing his personal testimony. He does this in many of the letters he has written. I just believe whether it is by letter or by voice a Christian will share what the Lord has none in his life. Paul has ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Law And The Lord.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 16, 2004

based on 12 ratings

| 2,699 views

There were those who were deserting the gospel of Grace to the false teaching of salvation by works.

The law and the Lord. Galatians 3:15 -- 25. 11/14/04 The theme of the book of Galatians is that when you are born-again, you are set free. This is the theme you need to remember when you read the book of Galatians. The message Paul preached when he got into the city is that a person is saved ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

Flesh

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004

based on 5 ratings

| 3,499 views

. Paul has already made it clear that there must be an inward change of heart and obedience to the law, and that mere external observances can never save a lost sinner. Now Paul proceeds to show how Abraham was pronounced righteous before he was circumc

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The flesh is a built-in law of failure, making it impossible for the natural man to please or serve God. It is a compulsive inner force inherited from man’s fall, which expresses itself in general and specific rebellion against God and His righteousness. The flesh can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

Justification

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004

based on 11 ratings

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In this passage Paul lists three great blessing of our justification: Peace with God, Access to God, and Glorious Hope of being with God.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Recently I read the biography of Norman Grubb, a missionary in Africa, and the leader of his mission for 30 years. I was struck by what he wrote: "At conversion we learned that we had not done what we should, but then we soon learn that of ourselves we cannot do what we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ's View Of Persecution

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on May 5, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 3,600 views

To inform believers that persecution is part of the Christian life.

DATE JESUS CHRIST’S VIEW OF PERSECUTION Matthew 5:9-13; Acts 4:15-21. INTRODUCTION: (Mat 5:13) "Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savor, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men." The N.T. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Welcome To Adulthood! Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 20, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Paul’s sequence of thought in this sermon may be summarized as follows: "Once we were slaves. Now we are sons. How, then, can we turn back to slavery?"

Scripture In the 1998 Disney movie Parent Trap, identical twins who were separated at birth by their parents’ divorce accidentally meet 11 years later at summer camp. Together the twins plan to switch identities, so each can meet the respective parent she’s never known and try to bring their ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Pastor's Perplexity Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 26, 2005

based on 15 ratings

| 7,310 views

In this personal section of Paul’s letter to the Galatians, Paul first appeals to them, then he fondly remembers their loving acceptance of him, and finally he reminds them of his attitude towards them.

Scripture We are working our way Sunday by Sunday through the apostle Paul’s letter to the Galatians. One of the advantages of this approach is that we cover the whole counsel of God—at least as it is revealed in this portion of God’s Word to us. By studying books of the Bible, or large sections ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Does It Take? [gospel - Assurance - Simple - Simplicity - Faith]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 23, 2005

based on 155 ratings

| 15,843 views

Gospel pollution and what it takes to truly be saved. Link included to Formatted Text, Powerpoint, and Handout.

What Does It Take? Acts 15:1-11 If someone were to walk up to you on the street and ask you out of the blue, “how can I be saved?”, what would you say? Would you know how to answer them? What would you say it would take for them to be born again? This is no small question…for the correct answer ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

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