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The Pleasure Of Positive Thinking Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

Positive thinking does not mean, if you always think positive nothing will ever go wrong. That is wishful thinking, and it won't work. Positive thinking is telling yourself that even when things do go wrong, that is never the last word.

Have you ever watched a movie or play that ended with some basic problems unresolved? It is a great let down, for we expect that no matter how bad the situation is the bottom line will be a happy ending. We are conditioned to this. It is a part of our heritage through our fairy tales, novels, ...read more

Through Small Group Bible Study Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

We are to order our priorities around those of Jesus and arrange our lives in the example of Jesus. The challenge of doing this in the face of the world is monumental to say the least. The answer to living the life Jesus calls us to live in small groups

Small Groups James 5:16, Hebrews 3:13-14 When I graduated from seminary and moved back to New Orleans, my best friend from college called me and invited me to go to a restaurant on Old Metairie Road where they had installed a sand volleyball court. I had never played sand volleyball and so we got ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Methodist

The Original Grinch Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 10, 2018

There have always been those who hated Christmas: the Grinches and the Ebenezer Scrouges; the Bertrand Russels and the Richard Dawkins; but the original Grinch, who lived in the days of the Lord Jesus, was King Herod. He really tried to get rid of Christmas!

THE ORIGINAL GRINCH Mt. 2:1-8, 16-18 INTRODUCTION GRINCH SONG: “You’re a Mean One Mr. Grinch” 2:03 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27I3AN0XwP8 A. HUMOR: “Missing Jesus” 1. It was the day after Christmas at a church in San Francisco. Pastor Mike was looking at the nativity scene outside when he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Has Custody Of Your Mind And Words?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 9, 2018

We face a great danger in allowing negativism to take custody and permanent residence in our words and minds. Have we gown accustom to cynical and negative thought patterns? Can we change?

NEGATIVISM TAKES CUSTODY OF THE MIND? We must arise and IDENTIFY this CYNIC problem and keep it from taking CUSTODY and PERMANENT RESIDENCE in our heart and mind. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Life has a way that you will find that you are ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"If I Be Lifted Up”

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2018

A bold, powerful message of the urgent need today to lift up Jesus Christ through our lives, our actions, and our words. This is a message that will preach!

“IF I BE LIFTED UP” Jn. 12:32 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man had a heart attack and was brought to the ER. The doctor told him that he wouldn’t live unless he got a heart transplant right away. 2. Another doctor ran into the room and said, "You're in luck, two hearts just became available, so ...read more

Scripture: John 12:31-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A New Righteousness Part Iii

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 10, 2020

Jesus redefines the new righteousness by redefining sin itself: beyond the concrete act, sin begins with the intention of the heart. (Michael Card - The Gospel of Identity, P. 57)

Title: A New Righteousness Part III Text: Matthew 5:38-42 Thesis: Jesus redefines the new righteousness by redefining sin itself: beyond the concrete act, sin begins with the intention of the heart. (Michael Card, Matthew – The Gospel of Identity, P. 57) Jesus said, “Unless your righteousness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Faces Of Jesus

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 5, 2014

We do not always realize the roles or recognize the activity of Christ in our lives... unless we are looking.

Title: The Faces of Jesus Text: Luke 24:13-35 Thesis: We do not always realize the roles or recognize the activity of Christ in our lives. Significance: It is the Road to Emmaus text wherein we see Jesus as a stranger, as a guest and as a host. Introduction It seems like a long time ago but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 12, 2014

A sermon on giving

Why Give? Matthew 6:19-24 Bob Doyle tells the story of overhearing a father and daughter in their last moments together at the airport. They had announced the departure. Standing near the security gate, they hugged and the Father said, 'I love you, and I wish you enough.' The daughter replied, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Methodist

Changing Masters

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 6, 2014

Does it matter if we fight our sinful nature, or give up and give in? If faith is all that matters, why should we bother to live a godly life and listen to God’s commands? Paul’s question is one we also ought to ask ourselves: Who is your master?

Opening illustration: A pastor was teaching a Bible Information Class to a young couple who were brand new Christians. The first lesson was on law and gospel - the two basic messages in Scripture. The pastor explained the law: God desires us to be perfect, but we are sinful and can never reach ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Has The "Falling Away" Happened Yet?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 11, 2014

The Bible tells us that in the latter days there will be a collapse of morality ethics, & faith, called the falling away.

Has the falling away happened yet? Nov. 10th 2013 Introduction A Watching the world go to hell in a hat basket is depressing. (family, government, economy, social structure are collapsing.) 1 The Bible tells us that in the latter days there will also be a collapse of morality ethics, & faith. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Coat Of Many Colors - #8 Yellow Series

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Oct 9, 2013

This is study about the different color’s that could have been used in Joseph’s coat. Hopefully through this study, we can get a better understanding of the message Jacob (Israel) was imparting to Joseph.

This was a series of messages on the coat of many colors – Power point is available through E-Mail retssi@bellsouth.net Several Illustrations, points, and the main idea for this series of sermons dealing with the coat of many colors was from James May’s sermon, “A Coat Of Many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

My Heart’s Desire And Prayer Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 24, 2014

Paul’s desire which should also be our desire. 1- He had the desire to see people saved 2- He had the desire to preach the gospel

INTRO.- My heart’s desire. What is your heart’s desire? I think every human person has desires in life, and often, intense desires. I’m not sure it’s knowledge or wisdom, however, like Solomon asked for in I Kings 3:7-14. There may be certain days when we want wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Anatomy Of A Miracle: The Lystra Cripple Healed

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 22, 2019

We’re look this morning at the possibility of miracles, 5 reasons why it’s God’s will for you to be healed, and how to lay claim to your healing.

THE ANATOMY OF A MIRACLE: THE LYSTRA CRIPPLE HEALED Acts 14:8-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HE CAUGHT ON QUICKLY 1. A Jewish man moved into a Catholic neighborhood. Every Friday the Catholic's went crazy because, while they were morosely eating fish, the Jew was outside barbecuing steaks. So ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Comparison

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 24, 2019

Comparing ourselves to others creates problems-anger, envy, hatred, division and even murder. There are solutions to the problem: Take the Eternal Perspective 2. Count others as better 3. Follow Jesus 4. Be so busy being cool that you don’t notice what others are doing 5. Give Thanks

No Comparison Today I’d like to tell a few stories from the Bible, As well as read some of the Bible’s teachings concerning comparisons. Then, at the end, I’d like to consolidate some of the lessons we can learn from what the Bible teaches concerning comparison. This 5-Point message you’ll only ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-9, John 21:15-19

Denomination: *other

Cling To The Lord Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 4, 2019

Cling to the Lord, because you can count on Him. Don't cling to the world, because it will con you.

Several years ago, Our Daily Bread told the story of an elderly man, who lay in a hospital with his wife of 55 years sitting at his bedside. “Is that you, Ethel, at my side again?” he whispered. “Yes, dear,” she answered. He softly said to her, “Remember years ago when I was in the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16, Mark 8:34-36, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free