Sermons on Alliance:

When You Find Yourself In A Rut, Dig A Ditch

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 26, 2002

Break out of the rut that is sapping you of your hope and life. Learn the powerful principle of digging ditches in the middle of your dry place.

“WHEN YOU FIND YOURSELF IN A RUT, DIG A DITCH” 2 Kings 3:4-27 INTRO:1.Let’s first take a look at the background of this event. a)Israel had become a divided nation. b)King Jehosaphat ruled Judah - a righteous King. c)King Joram ruled Israel - Son of Ahab and Jezebel, an idolatrous king. d)Together ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:4-27, 2 Kings 3:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Time For Rainbows

Contributed by Jay Robison on Dec 11, 2007

The Rainbow is a promise of God to offer forgiveness. We all need it. God promises new beginnings. Used in Advent, but could be any time of year.

Beyond Your Wildest Dreams: Look: There is a Rainbow December 2, 2007 Jay Davis Robison GENESIS 9:8-16 Have you ever regretted doing something? As soon as it happened I knew I was in big trouble When I was youth minister I did not do victim games Those designed to make someone look silly ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy-Week 3 Series

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

How do we live lives of mercy.

Matthew 23:23 “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint, dill, and cummin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faith. It is these you ought to have practiced without neglecting the others. Reality TV shows I am reminded of a couple of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11

Denomination: Methodist

Let The Spirit Give You Greater Wisdom, Counsel And Knowledge

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 27, 2005

We all need more wisdom, counsel and knowledge. Ask the Lord to help you to gain greater insights from the Spirit in all aspects of your personal life, relationships and ministries.

Let the Spirit Give You Greater Wisdom, Counsel and Knowledge (Isa 11:2) Illustration: The Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. --Proverbs 2:6 Are there any limits to the knowledge we can acquire? With today’s amazing technology we are able to tap into incredible ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:2-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Samson

Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Jan 9, 2010

Second Chances

Samson Introduction: 1. Was Samson a sinner or a saint? a. Samson doesn’t fit into our box. b. It is hard to categorize him. c. I am so glad that God does not expect me to be perfect. 2. How can we claim the power of God? a. God wants us all to be strong in the face of despair. b. Even when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Courage

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 26, 2010

Jehoshaphat put God’s Kingdom in greater Spiritual order than at any time since Solomon. To ensure this order, he set “judges” in place and gave them principles to rule by: 1. Accountability to God (vs.6) 2. Integrity and honesty (vs.7) 3. Loyalty to God

Take Courage Text: 2 Chronicles 19:11b... Take courage as you fulfill your duties, and may the Lord be with those who do what is right.” Jehoshaphat faces possible death that was diverted by God, he’s rebuked because of his alliances. Vs.2 of II Chronicles 19 say’s, And Jehu ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 19:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord Will Heal You, Part 5 Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 7, 2014

The Gospel According to Hosea The Lord Will Heal You, part 5

The Gospel According to Hosea The Lord Will Heal You, part 5 Hosea 5 David Taylor We are a third of the way through our summer series, The Gospel According to Hosea, looking at God's faithful love for an unfaithful people. Let me recap where we have been. The first three chapters set the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Influence

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 6, 2011

God can use our influence for His kingdom and His glory

The Power of Influence Matthew 5:13-16 August 28, 2011 Morning Service Dr. John Geddie went to Aneityum, (Anatom) an island in Vanuatu in 1848 and worked there for God for 24 years. On the tablet erected to his memory these words are inscribed: When he landed, in 1848, there were no Christians. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Our Covenant Of Longevity

Contributed by George Izunwa on Oct 1, 2016

God has a provision for us to enjoy a long life & productive life here on earth. It is in the covenant we share in Christ Jesus.

Our covenant longevity service! Question: What is covenant longevity? - longevity simply means living to your appointed full age! Job 5:26 - longevity for the believer also means, living to be above 70yrs! Ps 90:10 - but covenant longevity is more than living to an old age; it is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Complete The Journey Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 5, 2017

This is a "bonus lesson" to the Leaving a Legacy series. We can't really leave a legacy if we stop the journey. The lesson encourages finishing the race and focusing on what is important in the long run.

1. Annette White has written a book entitled, “Bucket List Adventures.” She also has a website that lists 800+ items on her Bucket List. She shows her progress through broad topics with specific actions like: • Adventure – Catch a wave surfing • Animals and Nature – Bathe an elephant; Chase a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Ordinary To Extra Ordinary

Contributed by Sharoon Bhatti on Apr 20, 2017

Stop living an ordinary life. Repent for your sins and proclaim JESUS as your personal SAVIOR. You will receive the Holy Ghost as a gift from the heavenly Father. Like Apostles and many others. You will live an extra ordinary life.

I have been a cartoon lover from my young age. I watch cartoons for hours and hours without any break. I like cartoons like Superman, X – Men, He – Man and Spider Man. These super heroes intrigued and fantasized me. I always would think how I can have the same powers. Can I some day like Storm (X ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Study Of The Minor Prophets (2) Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

The Study Of The Minor Prophets (2)

The Study Of The Minor Prophets (2) 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: There are seventeen books of prophecy in the Old Testament. Five books are known as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

Provision Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 22, 2013

Whatever we may think of Elijah, “he was a man just like us.” So says the Apostle James (5:16-17). Yes, he was a mighty prophet, but he was also a flawed person with doubts, fears, and needs--a real person, not a superhero.

Whatever we may think of Elijah, “he was a man just like us.” So says the Apostle James (5:16-17). Yes, he was a mighty prophet, but he was also a flawed person with doubts, fears, and needs--a real person, not a superhero. He experienced success and despair. “He put on his ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Two Parades

Contributed by Michael Deaton on Mar 26, 2015

Two Parades that week. The triumphant entry into Jerusalem and the walk down the Via Dolorosa.

Two Parades Mark 15:16-24 There were two parades that day. The first was in the morning. Downtown was decked out in Red, White, and Blue bunting and American Flags. Yellow ribbons tied in oversize bows were wrapped around utility pools, parking meters and any object that couldn’t be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-24

Denomination: Methodist

The Proud And The Deceitful

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 11, 2008

No-it is not the name of a new soap opera, but a study of Genesis 37. Joseph abuses his spiritual gift, his brothers act in violence and deceit

Pastor David M. Wilson Grant Avenue Baptist Church Redondo Beach, CA (310) 376-7890 The Proud and the Deceitful No- this is not the title of a new soap opera! Instead it is a set of Bible Study Notes on Genesis 37 The first thing we see about Joseph is that he is willing to bring a bad report on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist