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The Ways Of The Rebellious Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 14, 2018

How do we recognize the false teachers that have crept into the Church (Jude 4)? by there actions and their ways.

Let me start by saying that I like things that feel good… • Warm fudge brownies • Driving fast • Telling someone off when they deserve it • Sleeping in late • Lots of Coffee Let me also say that not everything that feels good is good for me. Warm fudge brownies are wonderful … but too much of it ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 8, 2016

G.U.T.S: Genuine 5 reasons to share who we really are from 1 John (Series idea from Mike Mack in his book, Small Group Vital Signs, pgs. 103-111; Warren Wiersbe's book, "Be Real" provided the outline, pgs. 19-28)

HoHum: Mike Mack- When I was about 10 years old, I made friends with two brothers in my neighborhood, Tim and Jeff Ward. Perhaps because I did not have a brother living at home, or just for fun, I told them I had a twin brother named Mark. We would be playing Wiffle ball, and I’d go home, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Guard Your Heart (February 13, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 11, 2022

Judahs’ sins were engraved on the tablets of their hearts (Jeremiah 17:1). What sins would be engraved on our hearts? Their sin was idolatrous because they were putting faith in mere mortals rather than God. How are we any different today?

GUARD YOUR HEART Text: Jeremiah 17:5 - 10 Jeremiah 17: 5 - 10 Thus says the LORD: Cursed are those who trust in mere mortals and make mere flesh their strength, whose hearts turn away from the LORD.  (6)  They shall be like a shrub in the desert, and shall not see when relief comes. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Denomination: United Methodist

He Died In Your Place Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jun 8, 2021

Father's Day: As David cried out for Absalom, God is crying out for us. David wanted to lay down his life so that his son could live, and the heavenly Father has the same feelings of compassion toward us. That's why He sent Jesus.

As you know very well, today is Father’s Day, and what I wish to talk about is the great love to which we have access in our heavenly Father – a love so great that it would be willing sacrifice itself for our spiritual well-being and life. Jesus declared in John 15:13, “Greater love has no one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 10 - The Things God Detests Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 2, 2024

There are certain pagan practices that God detests, and we are cautioned to not dabble with them. Our protection comes from God alone, and we must be watchful so that we are not deceived by Satan’s cunning ploys.

The incident that we are studying in detail is from Numbers Chapter 23. As the people of Israel progressed towards the Promised Land, the King of Moab out of fear and envy wanted to curse the Israelites, and thereby hoped that he could hinder their advancements. He bribed the Prophet Balaam, and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:9-10, Numbers 23:19-21, Numbers 23:23, Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Exodus 4:1-3, Exodus 7:10-11, 2 Thessalonians 2:9, Exodus 8:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Church Tragedy: Devoid Of The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores navigating faith amidst worldly distractions, maintaining churches as sanctuaries of God's love, and fostering spirit-filled stewards for service.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a wonderful day to come together in the house of the Lord, to bask in His presence, to feel the warmth of His love and to seek His wisdom? His Word is our guide, our comfort, our hope, and our strength. It's a joy to be here with you, to share in this ...read more

Topics: Worldly Leadership

The Inside Divide PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores the importance of discerning deception, distinguishing false prophets, and defending against deceit in our spiritual journey, guided by Matthew 24:24.

Good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, united by our shared love for Christ, and our shared desire to understand His word more deeply? Today, we are going to turn our attention to a passage that may, at first, seem a bit daunting. But fear not! For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:24

Topics: Deception

Counterfeit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

This sermon explores discerning divine truth from deception, and defending against the devil's schemes, using wisdom from 2 Corinthians 11:13-15.

Good morning, beloved. In the words of the great Charles Spurgeon, "Discernment is not knowing the difference between right and wrong. It is knowing the difference between right and almost right." How fitting are these words as we gather today to delve into the depths of God's Word, seeking wisdom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:13-15

Topics: God Creates, Satan Counterfeits

Schemes Of The Devil

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 16, 2002

Some of the Devil’s schemes and provision God has made for our protection.

The Schemes of the Devil II Cor. 2:11 Eph. 6:11 INTRO.: Christians sometimes forget we are involved in an all out conflict with a powerful spiritual enemy, Satan. His name means Adversary. He opposes all that is good and noble in this world. Jesus called him the "prince of this world." Jn. 12:31. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

4 Easter A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Apr 18, 2002

To follow the Good Shepherd is to experience the awe felt by the early church in Acts 2

4 Easter A John 10:1-10 / Acts 2:42-47 21 April 2002 Sheep are an interesting lot. They are built close to the ground, think mostly about eating and often get themselves into trouble because they cannot see very far ahead and do not look much beyond the next mouthful. Some farmers in New ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Lutheran

God Wants Me To Be A Model Of His Character Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 29, 2006

God wants every believer to be a model of His character. This sermon addresses why.

Text: 1 Timothy 4:1-16 Title: God wants me to be a model of His Character (The purpose of discipleship) Intro: 5 Goals for every believer series.God wants me to be a model of His character. V12 “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our Family Values: Love, Acceptance And Forgiveness

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Aug 29, 2006

The church is the family of God. What are our family values? Love, acceptance and forgiveness. Morton Kelsey wrote, “The church is not a museum for saints, but a hospital for sinners.” What does that mean?

OUR FAMILY VALUES: LOVE, ACCEPTANCE AND FORGIVENESS INTRODUCTION: Welcome to our ‘family’. Every family has different values. Some families are really big on sports, others music, etc. What are our family values at Firestorm? OPENING TEXT: “Jesus said, "’You shall love the Lord your God with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: *other

Eleven Ways God Improves Us With Pruning

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 28, 2004

Jesus said that His Father prunes His children. The richest, the fullest, the most fruitful lives are those that have been strengthened through the painful process of tribulation. We have no right to believe that God will use us until He has cut away wha

Eleven Ways God Improves us With Pruning (John 15:2) Illustration:Every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. --John 15:2 I have several grapevines in my garden, and each year I cut out loads of long, spindly vines. Unless I remove these, they will take all the strength ...read more

Scripture: John 15:2-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Advent 1

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 26, 2005

What relevance does the Second Coming have to do with Advent - and what can we learn from it?

Old Romney 27-11-05 Story: On 13th September 1759, one of the most significant battles of the 18th Century was fought – the Battle of the Heights of Abraham. The Heights of Abraham were (and still are) the cliffs above the St. Lawrence river in front of the strategic city ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Anglican

Remember, Lest We Forget

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Oct 19, 2004

This message encourages us to not only remember those who have died to preserve our country’s freedom, but also to remember the One who suffered and died to set us free from the law of sin and death, providing us with eternal forgiveness and salvation.

REMEMBER, LEST WE FORGET Text: Ps.103: 2 Intro: Tomorrow we celebrate Memorial Day. It is a day set aside by our nation to remember and honor all who have paid the ultimate price to preserve and maintain our freedom. It is certainly befitting that we should honor those brave men and women ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2

Denomination: Baptist