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Name The Benefits Of Worry?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2014

We can miss the mark and spend much of our time in useless areas. There are many dangerous habits we can drift into... Bring your worries and cares to Jesus.

IS THERE ANY PROFIT TO WORRY? WHY INVEST IN WORRY? I MISSED IT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this in two parts, you will need to condense to do in one part... I. HAVE YOU EVER MISSED IT? HAVE YOU EVER LOST SIGHT OF THE GOAL? A. TEXT: Galatians 6:9 And let us not be weary ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A "Lot" Of Choices Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 10, 2014

Lot's poor choices give us a negative example for life.

A “Lot” of Choices Genesis 13:1-12 • We have a lot of choices in this life. • Everyone remembers the choice Joshua laid out for the Israelites. • Jos 24:15 And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Champions Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014

As champions of the cross we are to lift high the cross of Christ.

Champions Of The Cross Text: Philippians 3:15-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: British Pastor and Scholar John Stott, in his book The Cross of Christ, wrote about the centrality of the Cross in the Christian Faith. He wrote, "...the cross transforms everything. It gives us a new worshipping ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-21

Denomination: Methodist

Psalms 1:1 – Unfriending Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 7, 2017

Does the experience of joy really depend on who I befriend? Who is really wise enough to discern when advice is malicious and wicked? Who is able to recognize when they are keeping the wrong company? How do I detect the traps of cynicism and mockery?

Psalms 1:1 – UNFRIENDING “Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers.” GO TO THAT PERSON’S PROFILE If David was on facebook he would have unfriended them. Brothers Abishai and Joab are as wicked ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mountain Stream.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 18, 2021

Out text tells us to stay away from those that can cause us trouble. Then several things are explained about this. Giving things to stay away from.

Sermon Title: Mountain Stream. Scripture Text: Psalms 1:1-6 Psalm 1 NLT 1 Oh, the joys of those who do not     follow the advice of the wicked,     or stand around with sinners,     or join in with mockers. 2 But they delight ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It Doesn’t Get Any Better Than This!

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 5, 2021

Everyone has times when they think "it can't get any better than this" and "it can't get any worse". Several examples of good things and bad things are examined, plus there's a word of encouragement at the end.

Edited from a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO Not an exact transcription. Introduction: How many of us can remember a time when we thought, “It doesn’t get any better than this?” I can think of a couple. One such instance happened back in the early 90’s when I was in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

Detrimental Competition-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 31, 2018

8 of 8. John the Baptist pointed out the detriments of competitive ministry. But when is competition detrimental to Christian ministry? A competitive spirit is detrimental to Christian ministry when...

DETRIMENTAL COMPETITION-VIII—John 3:22-36 Christians & the Church indeed have ‘the market’ on truth. We are in competition with false doctrine. But the Church invites grave difficulties upon herself when they become competitors among themselves...i.e., When their competition becomes detrimental ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Worst Than The First

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 24, 2016

To show that we need to win souls for the LORD JESUS CHRIST all the more in these last days so they won't grow from bad to worst.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a subject of GOD? Yes. James 4:7 (Amplified Bible) So be subject to God. Resist the devil [stand firm against him], and he will flee from you. Who is your pride? JESUS CHRIST. Philippians 3:3 (Amplified Bible) For we [Christians] are the true circumcision, who worship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. Say only what helps, each word a gift” (Ephesians 4:29)

Verses: James 1:26, JAmes 3:1-12; Proverbs 18:21; Psalm 19:14. Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your mouth. Say only what helps, each word a gift” (Ephesians 4:29) Today, we explore a vital aspect of our Christian walk: controlling our tongue. The Bible reminds us that though small, our ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26, Proverbs 18:21, Psalm 19:14

The Peace Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring peace found in Christ, which transcends understanding and remains steadfast in all life's circumstances.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in the pursuit of understanding and living out God's Word. We come together today, not as strangers on separate paths, but as fellow travelers on the road of faith, bound by a shared love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:15, John 14:27

Topics: Living In Peace, Through Good And Bad Times

How To Overcome Sin

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

Years ago a newspaper reporter asked then Governor of Arkansas, William Jefferson Clinton,

who was seeking to get the nomination of the democratic party to be the next candidate for president of the United States, this question, “Sir, it has been stated that you have had many adulterous relationships, is this true, or not true?” Mr. Clinton, with anger in his voice for being asked such ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:23

Denomination: Baptist

Late Comers

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007

WE NEVER REPORT TO WORK LATE, BUT WE WORSHIP AT OUR DISCRETION.

LATE COMERS MATTHEW 25:10 “But while they were on their way to buy the oil, the bridegroom arrived, the virgins who were ready went in with him to the wedding banquet. And the door was shut.” I was once invited to speak in an open air meeting in a remote rural village. I like keeping time and on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Hath Believed?

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 12, 2019

Of the many that hear the report of the gospel there are few, very few, that believe it.

WHO HATH BELIEVED? SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 53 Isaiah 53:1 “Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed?” KJV Isaiah 53:1 “Who has believed--trusted in, relied upon and clung to--our message of that which was revealed to us? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been ...read more

Scripture: John 4:50, John 20:29, Matthew 8:13, Isaiah 53:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 3, 2001

Why do bad things happen to good people? Let’s look at Job to see if we can find the answer

INTRODUCTION  Open with the “A Hero’s Faithful Final Hour.” (www.crosswalk.com)  Why did this have to happen to all these good people?  I could sit up here today and read you story after story about the good people who died in 911 2001.  Many people are asking ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bad Timing Can Cost You - Part Ii Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003

Delayed obedience can be a costly mistake.

Today we are continuing with the 2nd part of our series entitled "Bad Timing Can Cost You." (Show the Amertrade Bad Timing commercial). Our background passage today comes from Luke chapter 9. Luke 9:59-60 (CEV) Jesus told someone else to come with him. But the man said, “Lord, let me wait until ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:59-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational