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Cannot Be Shaken

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 24, 2025

America stands at a spiritual crossroads—choosing between shallow, empire-tied morality or an authentic faith rooted in justice, compassion, and God’s unshakable kingdom.

Cannot Be Shaken Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost, Year C Hebrews 12:18–29 Introduction Good morning Church family: Week by week, we gather to sing, to pray, and to proclaim. Worship is not just what we do—it is who we are becoming. Beloved, we are living in a season of shaking. The so-called ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Foundation Of Our Worship Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001

All worship of God is to be built on a single foundation. The Tabernacle in the wilderness paints a beautiful picture of this foundation.

I. Foundation of the Tabernacle A. Basis of the Foundation (Exodus 38:25,27) 1. 100 Silver blocks, each weighing 100 lbs. 2. 10,000 lbs. = 5 tons 3. In each block of silver was a hole into which were fitted to two projections of each upright board which formed the walls of the Tabernacle proper. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:11-15, Exodus 38:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Powerless

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 8, 2004

There is power in prayer

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: This is a very touching scene as you see a father watch his boy being torn apart by evil forces and he begs Jesus for help. Jesus had come down from the mountaintop to find His own chosen followers baffled, helpless and ineffective. The father had gone to the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

Teach Me, O Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2023

In Psalm 143:10, we find a prayer for divine guidance and a recognition of God's role as our teacher and guide. His Spirit leads us on a sure and steady path.

"Teach Me, O Lord" Introduction: Today, we gather to explore the beautiful and heartfelt plea found in Psalm 143:10 from the New Living Translation. It reads, "Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing." Point 1: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:10, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Judging Others Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 30, 2024

Judging others is a sensitive topic, and the Bible has much to say about it.

Judging others is a sensitive topic, and the Bible has much to say about it. While we are called to discern and judge certain behaviors, we must do so with caution and humility. In this, we'll explore Bible verses that guide us on judging others, and how to do so in a way that honors God. ...read more

Scripture: John 7:24, Leviticus 19:15, 1 Peter 4:8

Distinguishing Between Divine And Demonic Influenced Voices In The Head

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 3, 2025

The phenomenon of hearing voices in one's head can be a source of great confusion, fear, and uncertainty. Some may view it as a

The phenomenon of hearing voices in one's head can be a source of great confusion, fear, and uncertainty. Some may view it as a sign of mental illness, while others may believe it to be a spiritual experience. As Christians, it is essential to approach this topic with a biblical perspective, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:8, 1 John 4:18

God's Last Minute Miracles SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Many Christians set resolutions or prophesy about what they want God to do in the upcoming year. As the year ends, many of these remain unresolved. This sermon is to encourage them that even if it's 1 minute before midnight on December 31, God can still perform miracles.

Exodus 12:1-2 - "The Lord said to Moses and Aaron in Egypt, 'This month is to be for you the first month, the first month of your year.'" Psalm 105:37 - "He brought out Israel, laden with silver and gold, and from among their tribes no one faltered." Although we are just a few hours away from the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-2

Topics: God's Provision, Faith

How Decision-Making Styles Affect Cross-Cultural Evangelistic Methods

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Helping people make decisions is at the very heart of evangelism. This made me wonder why nearly all of Christ’s evangelism endeavors varied to best suit the hearer’s decision-making processes? In each case Jesus took into consideration the patterns of th

HOW DECISION-MAKING STYLES AFFECT CROSS-CULTURAL EVANGELISTIC METHODS Introduction - Helping people make decisions is at the very heart of evangelism. This made me wonder why nearly all of Christ’s evangelism endeavors varied to best suit the hearer’s decision-making processes? In each case ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas According To John Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 7, 2013

John begins his examination of the ministry of Jesus by looking at the Incarnation. The message seeks to explore what this means for believers.

“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” [1] One can focus on minutiae and fail to see the beauty presented in the story of God’s love. Nevertheless, for a moment think of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

What's Wrong With Keeping The Law? Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006

Examines the OT Law and how a NT Christian is to relate to it, and to law-keeping in general

1. Title: What’s Wrong With Keeping The Law? 2. Text: Hebrews 8 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd., August 20, 2006, in the series “Nothing Better Than The Best” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand why the Old Covenant has been superseded by the New, and what we are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Minister To Drivers Like Paul, Expressives Like Peter Or Amiables Li

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2001

HOW TO MINISTER TO DRIVERS LIKE PAUL, EXPRESSIVES LIKE PETER OR AMIABLES LIKE JOSEPH - TEMPERAMENTS AND CONTEXTUALIZED CRISIS INTERVENTION

HOW TO MINISTER TO DRIVERS LIKE PAUL, EXPRESSIVES LIKE PETER OR AMIABLES LIKE JOSEPH - TEMPERAMENTS AND CONTEXTUALIZED CRISIS INTERVENTION Personality types as developed through one’s heredity or from one’s environment can also greatly influence the way one contextually views crisis. The various ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Missing Ingredient Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jan 29, 2006

We are to be devoted to prayer.

A PEOPLE WITH PURPOSE: THE MISSING INGREDIENT Acts 2:42-47 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE ARE TO BE DEVOTED TO PRAYER. ?: How? How do we act when we are devoted to prayer? KW: Approaches TS: We will find in our study of Scripture three approaches that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Hearers Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 16, 2009

How can we enjoy the blessing of God on our lives? Is it possible for a person to go to church every week and still not enjoy God’s blessing? According to James, it is. What is needed on our part for the blessing God has for us to be fully realized and en

Blessed Hearers James 1:19-25 5-11-08 This morning I’m reading our text from the New International Version. “My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Charismatic

"A Better Understanding" Series

Contributed by Rob Petersen on Jul 1, 2009

God’s Word exposes us for who we are; but we have an advocate in Jesus who understands us and offers us empowering grace.

DOMINANT THOUGHT: God’s Word exposes us for who we are; but we have an advocate in Jesus who understands us and offers us empowering grace. PURPOSE: - Head: The people will understand that God’s Word gives us a better understanding of who we are. - Head: The people will understand that Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Working Together Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 24, 2010

In today's lesson we learn that since working alone is futile, we ought to work together with others.

Scripture A New York Times article on people who are sick of too many hours at work tells the story of Diane Knorr, a former dot.com executive. “The first time I got a call way after hours from a senior manager, I remember being really flattered and thinking, ‘Wow! I’m really ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:4-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed