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Reward

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 23, 2005

Though we look forward to glad heavenly reunion with Christ Jesus and with God at the end of our lives, we need not wait for that time. We can experience that nearness and relationship in the here and now. That is our reward for "receiving" God’s messen

Reward - Matthew 10: 40 - 42 Intro: Crime stoppers – reward for information leading to an arrest – getting a reward for returning something that was lost. The reward is usually tied to some thing or someone. Like links in a chain. I. William Barclay in his commentary on this passage points ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Waiting For God To Answer Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 1, 2022

Waiting patiently can be hard work, and this is especially true when we are waiting upon the Lord.

Waiting for God to answer My wife and I have just recovered from our second round of Covid-19. After each positive lateral flow test, we had to wait patiently for the day our tests would be negative. I am sure you would agree that waiting patiently can be hard work, and this is especially true ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Not Be Afraid, Just Believe

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Sep 8, 2023

Overhearing what they said, Jesus told him, “Don’t be afraid; just believe.”

1. NEVER LISTEN TO NEGATIVE REPORTS. Mark 5:35 35While Jesus was still speaking, some people came from the house of Jairus, the synagogue leader. “Your daughter is dead,” they said. “Why bother the teacher anymore?” Exposure to bad news increases stress Mark 5:36 36Overhearing what they said, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Are You In Support Or Insubordinate

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 31, 2021

No pastor should abuse his authority, but neither should any member needlessly undermine the ministry by resisting his leadership when there is no sin or heresy involved.

Scripture Reading: Hebrews 13:7,17 DISCLAIMER: This sermon in no wise condones abuse of authority or indicate that pastors are infallible. However, a man known to be of good character correctly interpreting the Word should be given due consideration when he seeks to lead the congregation in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7, Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Baptist

Jail In The Bible

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Sep 30, 2025

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Genesis 39:20 So Joseph’s master took him and put him into the jail, the place where the king’s prisoners were confined; and he was there in the jail. Genesis 39:21 But the Lord was with Joseph and extended kindness to him, and gave him favor in the sight of the chief jailer. Genesis 39:22 The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:20

Denomination: Vineyard

The Song Of Moses Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God is great and we are not. We should bring our big requests to God, trusting in His faithfulness and power.

What's up, guys? Today, we're talking about Moses, a guy who knew a thing or two about God's never-ending love, from the palace to the desert. Imagine you're on a roller coaster. You start at the top, feeling like a king or queen, then suddenly you're plunging down, feeling lost and scared. That's ...read more

Topics: Moses Life, Unfailing Love, Divine Guidance, Biblical Leadership

The Broken Body Of Jesus (Part 1)

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003

"The Lord Jesus the same night in which He was betrayed took bread: and when He had given thanks, He break it, and said, ’Take eat; this is My body which is broken for you; this do in remembrance of Me’" (I Cor. 11:23).

"The Lord Jesus the same night in which He was betrayed took bread: and when He had given thanks, He break it, and said, ’Take eat; this is My body which is broken for you; this do in remembrance of Me’" (I Cor. 11:23). A. WHY BREAD IS A SYMBOL OF HIS DEATH 1. Death. "Except a corn of wheat fall ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-56

Denomination: Baptist

One Fit Messiah

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Aug 9, 2004

As Jesus deals with Satan’s temptations he proves that He is the only one fit to be the Messiah of mankind.

You know it used to be that when you went to choose a Bible that your biggest decision was the type of cover to get. Then with the arrival of some of the more modern versions, one had to decide what version and what cover to get. Recently I received a catalogue from Christian Book Distributors. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

When Everyone's Gone Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Dec 31, 2004

The theme will be disappointment. For many people, the days after Christmas are filled with disappointment and for some, depression. The excitement of the holidays is over and everyone has gone home. Those whose children are now adults find themselves at

Luke 2:8-24, 39-40 My wife began the sermon by telling about the birth of our first son and the feeling she had when everyone went home and we were left alone to care for and raise him. There is always a “coming down” after an exciting event. The event can be the birth of a child, a spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-40

Denomination: Methodist

Going Forward As God's People

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Mar 13, 2001

What God can do for us when we really trust Him.

GOING FORWARD AS GOD’S PEOPLE Introduction A. Moses and Israel were between the Devil and the Deep Red Sea 1. They were in quite a predicament to say the least 2. What were they going to do? Pharaoh and Egyptians were almost upon them! B. We ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Is No Secret!

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 15, 2007

You might want to begin the message by reading the words to the song, "It Is No Secret" by Stuart Hamblen. He was a song writer and singer who came to know Christ as Savior. One night he was at a party, and Stuart made the comment "It is no secret what Go

You might want to begin the message by reading the words to the song, "It Is No Secret" by Stuart Hamblen. He was a song writer and singer who came to know Christ as Savior. One night he was at a party, and Stuart made the comment "It is no secret what God can do". Upon leaving, his host ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3: The Manger

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 27, 2010

God could have chosen for Jesus to be born at a relatives, near the temple, or at the home of the rich. However, He choose for Jesus to be born in a stable.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY DID GOD CHOOSE A MANGER? 1. God could have chosen for Jesus to be born at relatives, near the Temple, the home of the rich. “In the fullness of time God sent” (Gal. 4:4). “All things work together for good” (Rom. 8:28). God had a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Detours Off Of The Road To Hell!

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 19, 2010

I believe that in all of our lives that God has detours on the broad way that leads to death to the narrow way that leads to life. In this outline we list a few of the detours God places along the way to get us from the road to hell to the road that event

Detours off of the Road to Hell! I believe that in all of our lives that God has detours on the broad way that leads to death to the narrow way that leads to life. In this outline we list a few of the detours God places along the way to get us from the road to hell to the road that eventually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Waiting On The Lord In Tarsus (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Feb 6, 2013

The apostle Paul had to go through a “waiting” time periods After fleeing Jerusalem in Acts 9:30, Paul was sent to his hometown of Tarsus. Why did Paul have to wait patiently in Tarsus? What was God’s purpose?

Waiting on the Lord in Tarsus Acts 10 Introduction: 1. One of the hardest things in life to do is to wait. Our fleshly human nature despises waiting. 2. Yet, waiting is a vital part of the Christian life. Over and over again we see examples of this in the Bible. Here are just a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Bible Church

Benefits For Giving To The Poor

Contributed by Clarence Weaver Sr on Nov 23, 2013

In everyday living, we too have many opportunities to infuse our relationship with others with harmony. In Psalm 41 the Bible offer us seven benefits the Lord promise He will do for considering the poor.

Benefits For Giving To The Poor Proverbs 28:27; Psalm 41:1-3; Matthew 25:34-40 Elder Clarence Weaver Introduction What a great example of living in love and harmony Jesus gave to the world with His simple request for a drink of water from a Samaritan woman at the well in Samaria. Jews and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational