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God Is Active In The Lives Of The Faithful Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 13, 2023

In Daniel 5:1-31, we see what happens when God crashes a party.

Introduction What would happen if someone gave a party—and God crashed it? In the first verses of Daniel chapter 5, we find a description of a rather wild party thrown by a king named Belshazzar. Then we are told how his party was crashed. Right in the middle of the party, at what was probably ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

End Times

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 21, 2023

In Matthew chapter 24 Jesus laid out what the times just before His return would look like. From Growing Trials to Global Testimony leading to the Great Tribulation and finally the Glorious Trumpet.

END TIMES It was a mild October afternoon in 1982 and Badger Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin was packed. Over 60,000 die-hard University of Wisconsin fans were watching their beloved football team take a beating by Michigan State. What seemed odd was that it seemed the more their team lost the more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The High Priestly Prayer Of Jesus (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 11, 2023

Part 1 of a 2-part sermon that examines the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus as he prayed for God’s glory to be displayed in his life, and as he prayed for victory for the disciples who will carry the work forward on his behalf.

By show of hands this morning, let’s see how many of you remember these catch phrases from your childhood (my guess is that you responded to these, like I did, with an exaggerated eye roll but now you say some of them yourself): • Money doesn’t grow on trees. • Were you born in a barn? • They sure ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Loves A Cheerful Giver

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 18, 2021

The “tithe” is not our money; it’s God’s. When we refuse to trust the church in handling the tithe, and feel that we know the best use for it, then this is contempt for God and His Spirit, and we are treading on dangerous ground!

I remember when my wife and I first got married that she would tell me stories about the Christian camp she attended as a child, because camp meant so much to her growing up. One of the songs they sang at camp was called, “God Loves a Cheerful Giver,” which was about Ananias and Sapphira; and I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The People And The Book

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 1, 2020

‘The People and the Book’ – Nehemiah chapter 8 verses 1-11 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Visually: He made sure people could see him (vs 5). (2). Audibly: He made sure people could hear him (vs 5). (3). Respectfully: He made sure people were tuned in (vs 5b & 6). (4). Patiently: He made sure people were (vs 5b). (5). Clarity: He made sure people could ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-18

Denomination: Brethren

Should You Fear God? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

We think that grace means there’s nothing to fear in our behavior. And so the sanction of judgment has no place in our lives. But God is gracious and calls us back today to fear the behavior that leads to destruction.

I heard about a young boy that went off to one of these extremely expensive universities, and the bills were coming in monthly to these parents and they were struggling to keep their head above water. One day his mother received a letter from him and he said: “Dear Mom, I’m writing to inform you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

She Hath Chosen The Good Part

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 25, 2022

A famous actor was invited to a dinner party. After the main course, the actor was asked if he would be willing to recite a piece of poetry for the guests.

The actor readily agreed and asked if someone at the dinner table would like to suggest what he should recite. There was a deadly hush until an old clergyman raised his hand and said: “May I ask you to recite the 23rd Psalm?” The actor was rather taken back but agreed, saying: “I will recite Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Sing To The Lord! Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 8, 2021

Psalm 96 - Our worship to God, our witness to the nations, our waiting for the coming Kinmg.

Summer in the Psalms Psalm 96 - Proclaim the Greatness of God Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-08-2021 [Missa reading Psalm 96 in Spanish] Background of Psalm 96 This morning we continue our Summer in the Psalms series by looking at what commentators call a “missionary ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thanks-Living: Living A Vitality-Enriched Life

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 27, 2021

This message stresses the importance of worship that flows from appreciation love. Praise can flow from the lips of those who gather for worship, regardless of their circumstances.

In one electrifying moment a hush would fall over the congregants. It was the moment for which they had prepared themselves. The priest would meet them at the entrance to the temple, motion for the people to stand and call them to worship. Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-15, Psalm 116:7-9, 1 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Character Of A Disciple: A God Inspired Life Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 6, 2018

God wants us to be people of love and joy and peace. He wants to breathe into us the qualities of generosity, integrity, humility, and self-discipline. The disciples of Christ are “inspired” people ... Inspired by God's Holy Spirit.

Let’s go back to the beginning of this chapter … back to verse 1 (Philippians 2:1-5): “If then there is any encouragement in Christ … any consolation from love … any sharing in the Spirit … any compassion and sympathy … make my joy complete … be of the same mind … having the same love … being in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, Galatians 5:22-23, Ephesians 2:8-10, Philippians 2:1-5, Philippians 2:6-8, Galatians 5:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

'i Believe'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 15, 2018

‘I believe’ – 1 Timothy chapter 3 verse 16 – Sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Incarnation (2). Vindication (3). Visualisation (4). Proclamation (5). Confession (6). Ascension SERMON BODY: Ill: • The 1993 film Schindler's List; • Chronicled the heroic efforts of Czech born businessman Oskar Schindler, • Who tried to make his fortune during the Second ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Brethren

The Lesson Of The Alabaster Box.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 20, 2019

There is a something to learn about giving hidden in in the lesson of the Alabaster Box. Two giants that mock God's people are frustration and depressed. Are you in a season of testing? Refuse to fall into the trap of frustration and depression!

THE BROKEN ALASBATER BOX? TWO GIANTS: FRUSTRATION AND DISCOURAGEMENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (This lesson will be a series.) I HAVE A CANDLE BURNING UP FRONT. I dance with a butterfly (or my hands) around and around the flame. Have you ever sat around a campfire ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:37, 1 Samuel 30:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Invested Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 5, 2019

Unrighteous people vote AGAINST the church with their feet and their pocketbooks in order to "get their way." Righteous people should vote FOR their church with their feet and their pocketbooks. How can we do that?

OPEN: It was Palm Sunday 8-year-old Bobby stay home because of strep throat. When the family returned home carrying palm branches, he asked what they were for. His mother explained "People held them over Jesus' head as he walked by". The boy sighed and said. “Wouldn't you know it, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stop The World Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 27, 2016

In a world that has lost it's mind we need to stand firm in the Gospel of Jesus!

Stop The World Text: Acts 19:23-41 Introduction 1. Show the video "Stop The World" by Randy Stonehill. 2. We live in a society filled with contradictions. A. It's okay to murder babies but we really ought to save the wales! B. We're putting criminals in office because it's way too crowded in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-41

Denomination: Methodist

Beniah The Lion Killer

Contributed by Keith Maynard on Mar 5, 2016

Slaying giants in your life

Benaiah the Lion Killer 2 Samuel 23:20-21 • Benaiah was one of the top five soldiers in Israel • He was a General in the Israeli army • He was the Captain of King David’s bodyguards. • 1 Samuel 23:20B o “He also went down into a pit on a snowy day and killed a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:20-21

Denomination: Baptist