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  • Restore Our Fortunes, O Lord!

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 8, 2013
    based on 74 ratings
     | 26,873 views

    It appears that God will bless us as we bless others with his message, with the gospel. Here’s God’s plan. (outline by A. Naismith) 1- The going of the servant 2- The flowing of the tears 3- The sowing of the seed 4- The mowing of the harvest

    INTRO.- V. 4 Restore our fortunes, O Lord. What happened to the people of God? They lost their fortunes when they were carried off into captivity. This captivity was the period in Jewish history during which the Jews of the ancient Kingdom of Judah were captives in Babylon. The people of God ...read more

  • Comforted But Not Comfortable

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 20, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 19,978 views

    No trial, no comfort and being comfortable is poverty.

    We live in a day when there is much hardship, sorrow, guilt and untimely deaths. People seek comfort for their sorrows in many ways. Many turn to drugs, alcohol, nicotine, sex and even food to feel better or to forget their pain for a while. Sadly, the pain returns and often the temporary cures ...read more

  • Averting An Apostasy

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 11, 2010
     | 4,943 views

    Apostasy, which basically refers to a backsliding or turning away from God, is unfortunately, something that is all too commonplace. This sermon deals with some ways in which apostasy can be averted.

    Averting An Apostasy Text: Judges 2:7-10 Intro: The word “apostasy” sounds a little ominous, doesn’t it? In very fact, the word definitely has a negative connotation. Webster’s New World Dictionary defines the word as, “an abandoning of what one has believed in, as a faith, cause, principles, ...read more

  • Parable Of The Trees

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 19, 2010
    based on 124 ratings
     | 27,319 views

    Here is the first parable in the Bible, and it is about America in these last days just as it was about Israel in those days. 3 steps in the decline of a nation. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

    Parable of the Trees Judges 9:8-15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ParableTrees.html Here is the first parable in the Bible, and it is about America in these last days. This passage shows us 3 steps in the decline of a nation. 1. The apostasy of an unthankful people. God had given Gideon a great ...read more

  • The Disection Of Falling And Rising

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jun 13, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,864 views

    The real power of the prodigal son story is that he returned, not to wealth, status and power, but to the Father.

    Returning To The Father Text:Luke 15:11-25 In considering this parable we must consider the 3 groups in the main to whom it was addressed: Verses 1-3 1. Publicans - needed to know about loving the lost. Jesus tells them of lost sheep, a lost coin, addressing that which most spoke to ...read more

  • Famine In The Land

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 10, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,379 views

    FAMINE OF THE WORD

    AMOS 8:11 Famine in the Land 3/10/08 I’m sure that most of us would have to agree that for the most part we here in the U.S. certainly have been blest as for as our material needs are concerned, but I believe that without a doubt our country is swiftly headed in ...read more

  • Runaway Bride

    Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Jun 30, 2005
    based on 79 ratings
     | 25,699 views

    We are living in a day when too many Christians are becoming "Runaway Brides". The recent case of the Runaway Bride is compared to the Christian who becomes lukewarm in their love and comittment to the Lord.

    USA Today Article referred to during this sermon: http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2005-06-21-runaway-bride-report_x.htm “Runaway Bride” Text: Rev. 21:2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. ...read more

  • The Dangers Of Grace Part 1

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 2, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,098 views

    Spiritual coldness, like an engine with no oil, is deadly if it isn't treated early because it will do so much damage before it becomes obvious.

    The Dangers of Grace Part I Deuteronomy 32:15-18 Purpose: To teach the early warning signs of getting away from the Lord. Aim: I want the listener to feel a deep sense of danger that their relationship with the Lord can grow cold very easily. INTRODUCTION: The most dangerous problem is the one ...read more

  • The Dangers Of Grace Part 2

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 3, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,136 views

    A new generation was about to embark on a brand new journey into the long awaited Promised Land. The circumstances would be new, the enemies they would face would be brutal, but the challenge from God would not change: love Him and serve Him with all the

    The Dangers of Grace Part 2 Deuteronomy 32:19-33 Purpose: To teach the early warning signs of getting away from the Lord. Aim: I want the listener to feel a deep sense of danger that their relationship with the Lord can grow cold very easily. INTRODUCTION: Moses is 120 years old and is about to ...read more

  • The Dan Lirette Story

    Contributed by Dan Lirette on Feb 3, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,020 views

    Dan Lirette of Moncton, NB, shares his testimony and offers hope to the lost and backslidden.

    Amazing Grace: The Dan Lirette Story My name is Dan Lirette and today I'd like to share my Testimony with you. I was born on November 2nd, 1976. From an early age my brother and I would attend a local Evangelical church with my parents, though both of my parents were not saved; my parents were ...read more

  • Beware Of Warnings

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 16, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,218 views

    God gives His people a watchman to protect their life. Brothers and sisters, in the weeks, months, and years that lie ahead, let us both, you and I, listen to the Word of God. And let us take heed to these warnings. So there will be life - eternal life.

    Opening illustration: Americans are getting warned to death. Manufacturers are growing increasingly wary of being sued when their products are misused, so they are attaching warning labels to hundreds of items. For example, a Batman outfit bears this caveat: “Parents, please exercise ...read more

  • Tears Shed On The Way Back Home

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 31, 2016
    based on 7 ratings
     | 21,635 views

    A sermon examining the road back to the Father's house.

    Tears Shed On The Way Back Home Psalm 6:1-10 Big Jim Hammil of the Kingsmen Quartet used to do a recitation that told the story of an evangelist was making his way home on a train. He sat down beside a young man, and after a while he noticed tears in his eyes. The minister asked if there was ...read more

  • Every Woman Can Be A Ruth Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 10, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,353 views

    Ten Decisions-Making Steps

    A. RUTH MARRIES INTO BACKSLIDDEN FAMILY 1. Naomi and Elimelech were bluebloods. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem” (1:2), original settlers of Bethlehem. 2. Planned temporary regression from God. “Went to sojourn in Moab” (1:1). 3. Could not leave. “Continued ...read more

  • Our Demas. (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 2, 2018
     | 3,183 views

    Paul was in prison thinking about Demas….Legend tells us, he was now a priest in a pagan temple, making lots of money!

    Our Demas Dec. 2, 2018 Philemon- 1:23-Epaphras, (Ef/A/Fras) my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, 24-as do Mark, Aristarchus (Air/U/Stock/us), Demas, Luke, my fellow laborers. ...read more

  • Do You Have A Calloused Heart?

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 7, 2019
     | 6,980 views

    We're all in the process of our hearts getting softer or getting harder in relation to God. We look at the 10 signs of a calloused heart and four things you can do to soften your heart.

    DO YOU HAVE A CALLOUSED HEART? Matt. 13:10-15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: A Difference of Origins 1. A New York Reporter needed to find out the public’s opinion about an event happening in Ukraine (“Man on the Street” segment). 2. So he went to Times Square and stopped three people to ask them ...read more

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