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Standing In The Gap

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 12, 2021

This message looks at how God calls believers to step up, one-by-one, and unite in order to form a wall against the flood of immorality that threatens to wash way our nation.

I’ve entitled our message this morning, “Standing in the Gap,” and I want to begin with a testimony by a woman from North Dakota: “The Sheyenne River, which flows past our backyard, went from its normal five feet to a major flood level . . . We felt overwhelmed with the preparations and thought of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The 165-Degree Life Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 12, 2024

King David leans into thankfulness by offering intentional sacrifices, praising God through song, and reorienting his heart about God’s sovereignty while praying for God’s favor. We absolutely can do the same!

LAYERS OF THANKSGIVING 2024: THE 165-DEGREE LIFE 1 CHRONICLES 16:1-36 #layersofthanksgiving INTRODUCTION… How Pop-Up Turkey Timers Work home.howstuffworks.com/pop-up-timer.htm [adapted] This morning we are going to talk turkey. Millions of people throughout the United States sit down to a big ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:1-36, Colossians 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ichabod: Where Is The Glory? Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 26, 2023

In the story of "Ichabod: Where is the Glory?" we explore God's presence, human frailty, and His enduring faithfulness. It's a journey from despair to restoration, revealing God's unchanging love.

Ichabod: Where is the Glory? Introduction: In our study of the book of Samuel, we come across a tragic event that signifies the departure of the glory of God from His people. The story of the Ark of the Covenant and its capture by the Philistines reveals the consequences of sin and disobedience. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:19-22, 1 Samuel 2:12-17, Exodus 40:34-35, Psalm 24:7-10, Exodus 25:8, Matthew 18:20, 1 Samuel 3:11-14, Leviticus 10:1-3, Numbers 4:15, 1 Corinthians 11:27-30, 1 Corinthians 2:14-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Exodus 24:16, Exodus 33:22, Exodus 40:34, Psalm 51:11, Revelation 2:4-5, Exodus 25:10-22, Exodus 25:22, Revelation 3:1-3, James 4:7-10, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Acts 3:19, Micah 6:6-8, Romans 12:1, Psalm 42:1-2, John 15:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Deserves Only Your Best

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 15, 2018

A study in the book of Deuteronomy 17: 1 – 20

Deuteronomy 17: 1 – 20 He deserves only your best 17 “You shall not sacrifice to the LORD your God a bull or sheep which has any blemish or defect, for that is an abomination to the LORD your God. 2 “If there is found among you, within any of your gates which the LORD your God gives you, a man or ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Miscellaneous Items

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 20, 2018

A study in the book of Deuteronomy 23: 1 – 25

Deuteronomy 23: 1 – 25 Miscellaneous Items 23 “He who is emasculated by crushing or mutilation shall not enter the assembly of the LORD. 2 “One of illegitimate birth shall not enter the assembly of the LORD; even to the tenth generation none of his descendants shall enter the assembly of the LORD. ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Clearing The Way-5 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 28, 2015

5 of 7. The psalmist described the means by which a young man was to cleanse his way or make his way straight in the world. One's way is to be properly maintained. But How? Clearing the Way(for Father’s Day) demands sustained..

CLEARING THE WAY-part 5—Psalm 119:9-16 The psalmist described the means by which a young man was to cleanse his way or make his way straight in the world. A young man entering adulthood &/or fatherhood can properly maintain his way in the world. How can a man(person) entering adulthood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowship In The Gospel Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 1, 2002

Paul’s ministry, like ours was one which relied not just on the power of God, but on many fellow workers sharing the load in the fellowship of the gospel.

Rom 15:14-16:27 The King of Syria was having trouble in his war with Israel. Every time he set up an ambush, Elisha, the prophet, would warn the king of Israel. So the King of Syria decided to send an army to capture Elisha to put an end to this nuisance. The army arrived at Dothan where Elisha ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Are You Wiser Than A 5th Grader? - Wisdom

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 27, 2004

Wisdom is the one thing you can sincerely ask God for and His answer is always yes! THE PRIORITY, PRODUCT, AND POWER OF WISDOM. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

Are You Wiser Than a 5th Grader? II Chronicles 1:7-12; James 3:13-17 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Wisdom.html The popular TV game show is a misnomer, because it doesn’t really test ‘smarts’, but ‘knowledge.’ It should be called “Are You More Knowledgeable than a 5th Grader?”! They haven’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Touches

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral message for Mrs. Betty Parker, a member of our church who had known for some time that she would die, and who had carefully thought through her relationships, her responsibilities, and her faith.

FINISHING TOUCHES (Philippians 1:3-11) I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ. Some tasks are never finished. No matter how much effort you put in, they are never finished. There is always more that could be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving Worship

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Nov 21, 2003

The message simply encourages particiapatory thanksgiving by the people of the congregation.

Thanksgiving Worship 1 Chronicles 16:7-36 November 23, 2003 Intro: A. Welcome to our Thanksgiving Worship at Somerset Church! B. [Getting Around to God, Citation: Joel Gregory, "The Unlikely Thanker," Preaching Today, Tape No. 110.] One Thanksgiving season a family was seated around their table, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:7-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Untied Or United? Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Nov 9, 2006

2nd in a series on 1 Corinthians: this sermon addresses the need for the church to be one in thought and purpose.

UNTIED OR UNITED? Some time ago I wrote an essay using this quote: “To profess faith in Christ is to be united with him, and if we are united with him then we are united with his body, the Church.” The problem with writing a 15-20 page paper is that the little details are lost on eyes that are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Mennonite

We Need Rain

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 23, 2009

Just as many of the people today in the Middle East and Central Asia, currently in the grip of one of the worst droughts in recent history, are desperate for rain, so the church needs to see its desperate need for a fresh rainfall from God.

WE NEED RAIN DEUTERONOMY 28:1-15, 23-24 Introduction: A few years ago much of the United States went through a severe dry spell. It was so dry that it had become an Internet joke. During that drought someone published this request online: “Please pray for rain: "It’s so dry in Tennessee that the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

7. Always A Place For You! Who? Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 9, 2006

CTK church always has a place for non-Christians and Christians who are repentant, but we do not have a place for unrepentant Christians.

INTRO: ACTUAL TABLOID HEADLINES FROM “WEEKLY WORLD NEWS” TIME-TRAVEL DOG FROM FUTURE HELD CAPTIVE! – WWN March 2006 MAN WITH LARGE FUZZY SLIPPERS CREATES ENOUGH ELECTRICITY TO HEAT HIS HOUSE — WWN February 2006 URBAN PLANNING NIGHTMARE: SELF-BUILDING STRIP MALLS INVADE U.S. — WWN February ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Hiding Place

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2010

Achan discovered the reality that sin has no hiding place and carries with it dire consequences not only for the offender but that are widespread. One man’s sin can destroy a family, a church, and even a nation.

No Hiding Place – Joshua 7:1-12 Introduction: The actions of a few can have positive or negative consequences for hundreds. This is powerfully illustrated in the life of a man named Achan. His attitude may have been the same as many today: what I do is nobody’s business but mine. Achan ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Driving Force Of Spiritual Debt-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 27, 2005

Part 3 of a 5-part sermon. Paul related to the Christian church in Rome, his keen sense of spiritual indebtedness. This sense of indebtedness drives the emissary/delegate/messenger of God. Spiritual indebtedness drives God’s messenger to...

THE DRIVING FORCE OF SPIRITUAL DEBT-III—Romans 1:8-17 Need: Debt causes many Americans to work at things they never intended to give themselves to. That is why retirement is sought & defended so vehemently by Americans. We spend our lives working off our debt—at anything that is financially ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Baptist