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Spending Time With God

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Aug 3, 2003

Stresses the importance of making a commitment to a daily time with God in prayer and Bible study

Spending Time With God Luke 5:16 Primary Purpose: To encourage the congregation to set aside daily time with God. President Franklin D. Roosevelt got tired of smiling that big smile and saying the usual things at all those White House receptions. So, one evening he decided to find out whether ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Fathering God's Way Part Two

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 30, 2002

Father’s Day Sermon - Part Two

Fathering God’s Way, Part Two Yeah But How? (Deuteronomy 6:1-9) Theme: God is the originator of Fatherhood; therefore, He is the source for how to do it properly. Purpose: After I preach this sermon, I want the fathers in the audience to see that there is an abundance of help available to them ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Our Church Doesn't Experience Revival

Contributed by Fred Elliott on Oct 24, 2008

The things that keep people from experiencing Revival in otheir lives

WHY OUR CHURCH DOESN’T EXPERIENCE REVIVAL Psalms 85: 6 & Psalms 51 10 - 13 Intro:A. If We look in the dictionary the word revival has two meanings listed 1. A series of meetings for the purpose of reawakening religious faith 2. A restoration to use, activity, or vigor ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love And Cherish Your Wives Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

As husbands, we are called to love and cherish our wives, just as Christ loves and cherishes the church.

In the book of Colossians, the Apostle Paul writes, " Husbands, love your wives, and do not be harsh with them Cherish Your Wives " (Colossians 3:19). This verse serves as a powerful reminder of the biblical mandate for husbands to love and cherish their wives. The Importance of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:19

True Mirror

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 7, 2021

You don’t have to cry for attention by wearing ‘Body hugging clothes’ which accentuates your body figure. God said ‘you need to be like a city on the hill’ shining bright.

TRUE MIRROR For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man who looks at his natural face in a mirror;(James 1:23). God’s Word is the TRUE MIRROW that reveals your TRUE SELF, be it : complacency, compromises or What makes you precious and valuable is not your colour , ...read more

Scripture: James 1:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting Connected (Pt. 3)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 19, 2003

This sermon talks about the steps to beginning the process of abiding in Christ.

Nov. 23, 2003 John 15 “Getting connected” (pt. 3) NOTE: All quotes unless otherwise indicated are from Secrets of the Vine by Bruce Wilkinson INTRODUCTION Crystal Finley gave birth last week. For almost 9 months, that child has been abiding in her mother’s womb. They have been ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Rock Solid Faith In The God Of The Impossible Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 19, 2023

“Jesus was indignant. He reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” Immediately the leprosy left him and he was cleansed.”

I remember growing up there were always students at school who were excluded. Some of them were excluded because they were different, they were handicapped, and others were excluded because they were considered different, were considered “losers” and sat at the “loser table.” What does it feel ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40, Mark 2:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

"dont Let The Big One Get Away"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 10, 2019

When fishing in order to catch the big one you have Go, Go to the place, Go to deep waters, and Go with a guide

“Don’t let the Big one get away” Luke 5:1-11 • First you have to “Go”, Second you have to “Go to the place” Third you have to “Go to Deeper Waters” • Fourth you always have to “Go with Jesus” 1. Why go fishing? Just to Go is stress relief “ some guys simply say “Freedom” • Grabs tackle box, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

"The Voice"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 16, 2012

The sermon is based upon the Voice of God why we hear the voice and why we don't.

Psalm 29 "The Voice" 1. Our text today says the Voice of the Lord is like: A. The Text says the Voice of the Lord is over the Waters The Voice of the Lord is like Thunder The Voice of the Lord is Powerful, The Voice of the Lord is Majestic (Holy Garments) The Voice of the Lord is able ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Springing Forth With Life

Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 10, 2008

This message emphasizes the importance of a passion for God’s Word in the heart of the believer for growth and maturity.

Matthew 13:1-9 (reader 1), 18-23 (reader 2) – (While the readers read the scripture, I was handing out a small packet of flower seeds to each person in the congregation) - Seeds suffer different fates - Open packets - Tie to seeds in their hands - Describe their likely fate But what is the seed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Wesleyan

Lost And Confused Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 12, 2006

Confusion sometimes stalks us. Comfort comes from Psalm 55. "Even while thousands are lined up against me, God hears it all...Pile your trouble on God’s shoulders, he’ll carry your load" (55:18,22).

Lost and Confused Psalm 55:1-14 (12-13) June 11, 2006 This is the second in a series of sermons about being lost. I would invite you this morning to remember a time when you were lost. I know you pretty well, and I don’t think that any of you have ever been lost on a desert island…at least no ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Etymology Of Life For The Church

Contributed by Bradley White-Findeisen on Feb 23, 2013

Our understanding of words like OBEY, WORSHIP, and CHURCH and the purpose of our gatherings has consequences effecting our lives as individuals and as the Church.

After one of the first performances of Handel's Messiah, one nobleman complimented the composer on the entertainment that he had given the town. My lord, said Handel, I should be sorry if I only entertained them. I wish to make them better. So let it be here this morning. I find the field of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: *other

Are You A Coffee Table Christian?

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2021

A Coffee table Christian is one that is set out for everyone to see but barely ever gets used and waiting to do something else.

Are you a coffee table Christian? Hebrews 4:12 2 Timothy 3:16 Good Morning Church! it is good to be in the house of the Lord! Are you a Coffee table Christian? One that looks good, out where everyone can see you but usually only looked at while you are waiting to do something else! Last week we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Nazarene

Whatever It Takes (#3) Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 25, 2004

This message is 3rd in a series of 4 messages that challenge the hearers to do "whatever it takes" to be the people that God has called them to be, and help their church be all that God would have it to be.

“WHATEVER IT TAKES” Luke 10:38-42 INTRO – The little girl’s father had just given her a silver dollar to put into her bank. She excitedly ran off to her room to "deposit" the coin. However, in a few minutes she returned and handed the silver coin back to her father. "Daddy," she said sadly, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Safe Sin

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 1, 2004

The word "safe sin" is an oxymoron. There really is no such thing as a "safe sin." All sin is wrong and God will judge it all.

TEXT: Ezekiel 18:4 TITLE: SAFE SIN This phrase “SAFE SIN” is what is called an oxymoron. Oxymorons are expressions or statements, which seem to contradict themselves but nonetheless make a point. Some examples are: “Cruel kindness,” or “clean dirt,” or “tough love.” As a rule these words just ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:4

Denomination: Pentecostal