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Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.

Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” 1. Only God can create something out of nothing, Hebrew: Bara. Evolutionists have to start with something. 2. The first verse is an acorn summary of all to follow. 3. The first verse begins with God the worker, not His ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Live Like You Were Dying Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

If you knew you had only 30 days left to live, what would you change?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. What does the popular song “Live Like You Were Dying” mean? a. We must reprioritize life. b. We can’t wait any longer. c. It’s now or never. 2. The song reminds us: a. Brevity of life. b. Get out of our rut. c. Realize we are human. d. Do what is imperative (not just ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1, Philippians 3:10-14, 1 Corinthians 9:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

Live Like You Were Dying Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

The core of our faith is loving God and loving others.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Life is like an onion; we grow layer by layer. 2. The core is eventually covered up. 3. We must strip away our stuff and scabs to focus on our real core. B. RELATIONSHIPS MATTER 1. The core of our faith is loving God and loving others. “A lawyer asked Jesus, what is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37, Ephesians 4:29, Ephesians 5:18, 1 Peter 1:23

Denomination: Baptist

Live Like You Were Dying Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

You can’t love God without loving people.

A. INTRODUCTION – ALL ABOUT LOVE 1. Who do people want around them when they are dying? Not the banker, stockbroker, boss, etc. they want people they love and those who love them. 2. You can’t love God without loving people. “Anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love” (1 John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8, 1 John 2:9, 1 Thessalonians 3:12, 1 John 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Live Like You Were Dying Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

We forgive others for our sake.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Forgiveness is one thing to give and receive when you face death. 2. Who needs it? a. After a divorce b. Broken friendship c. Business deals d. Abusive parent e. Family fights 3. When we are spiritually abandoned, recognize the elephant in the room. 4. If you don’t need this ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-17, Matthew 26:35

Denomination: Baptist

What God Teaches About Time Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019

God has given the gift of time to every person, at every place, for each evolving time.

A. WHAT GOD TEACHES ABOUT TIME “There is a time for everything . . . a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to harvest; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to tear down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Section (3) Practical Lesson From Pictures Of Pain Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 19, 2019

Sometimes God is teaching us through suffering.

VIII. PRACTICAL LESSON FROM PICTURES OF PAIN A. Not Comfortable -- Conformable B. The Battles of Life Are Not Easy. C. We Need Patience D. Times of Travail Can Be Times of Birth E. The Storms are Frightening F. Yield to the Pruning. IX. THE GOD WHO CARES Judges 6:13 -- Gideon -- ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:13, Ephesians 1:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Loneliness After Death Of A Loved One Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 25, 2019

After the death of a departed believer, we mourn for ourselves. We must look to our own spiritual health and growth.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Grief is like isolation when someone close dies and we are left without them. 2. Death is final, no re-runs, no GPS, re-calibrations. 3. Death is like losing a limb, it never grows back and you miss it every time you need it. 4. Four steps to grief: a. Loneliness ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 18 - For We Are Sons Of Light And Sons Of The Day Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 8, 2019

In this letter, Paul makes us aware that faith, hope, and love are very important to believers

10/21/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 18: For We are Sons of Light and Sons of the Day (1 Thessalonians 5:5-8) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:5-8 (NIV) You are all sons of the light and sons of the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness. So then, let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Book Of Titus Part 3 (Lessons On Titus Series) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 19, 2018

Jude longed to share the joys of salvation, which was the dominant theme uniting all of the Christian community, but an insidious cancer developing within the body of the believers threatened to destroy their peace and unity.

Peace is the serenity and confidence that come from reliance on God’s word and from looking above circumstances to the One who overrules all circumstances for the accomplishment of His own purposes. This is that same peace “beyond anything we can imagine” (Philippians 4:7). We can have no true and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 30. The Avoidance Of Oaths James 5:12 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned.

Text Lesson 30. James 5:12 (NIV) Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned. Commentary on James 5:12 Above all, my brothers and sisters, do ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritual Lessons From Elijah: Drawing Closer To God

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 5, 2023

Today, we delve into the remarkable story of the prophet Elijah and explore the spiritual lessons we can learn from his life. Through these powerful accounts, we discover seven key points that highlight how Elijah's journey can relate to our own spiritual walk.

Bold Faith and Trust in God (1 Kings 17:1-6): Elijah's story begins with an incredible act of faith as he confidently declares a drought upon the land of Israel. This demonstrates his unwavering trust in God's power and his willingness to obey divine instructions. Similarly, we can learn to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-6, 1 Kings 17:7-16, 1 Kings 18:36-39, 1 Kings 19:1-21, 2 Kings 2:9-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is There A Lesson In The Leftovers From The Five Thousand That Jesus Fed?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jun 19, 2023

Undoubtedly many have heard this passage of Scripture before. Hopefully, many have read this story of where Jesus feeds the multitude, the five thousand.

What a miracle to perform. I cannot imagine trying to feed that many people. No doubt there are quite a few mothers out there that would find that a daunting task. Can you see five thousand people coming through your door, walking to the dining room, either trying to find a place to sit or going ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Every Member Ministry Church Of Corinth Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

A spiritual gift is given to each of us.

A. INTRODUCTION: EMPHASIS - EVERY BELIEVER HAS A SPIRITUAL GIFT FOR MINISTRY “A spiritual gift is given to each of us” (1 Cor. 12:7). 1. Definition: A spiritual gift is divine enablement given to each believer to serve the Lord. 2. Basic teaching: a. All believers have a multitude of gifts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7, 1 Corinthians 12:31, Ephesians 4:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Fasting And How To Get Started Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

Christian fasting is a non-required discipline. It alters your diet, eliminates food and/or drink, for a biblical purpose, and accompanied with prayer.

A. CHRISTIAN FASTING IS A NON-REQUIRED DISCIPLINE Jesus said, “When you fast” (Matthew 6:16). Did Jesus mean you must fast, or did He give you an option? “If you fast?” Christian fasting is described: 1. Alters your diet, or 2. Eliminates food and/or drink 3. For a biblical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16, Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist