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The Need For Encouragement Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007

Everyone needs a pat on the back from time to time, but we are also to be the one giving the pat on the back from time to time.

The Need for Encouragement 1 Samuel 23:15-18 Intro Jonathan’s experience with David illustrates the reality of the ministry of encouragement. Romans 15:5 says “May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus.” So, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Escape In The Night Lesson 47 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Escape in the night

A. WARNING TO PAUL 1. At Tyre disciples said not to go. “Not to go up to Jerusalem” (Acts 21:4). 2. The prophet Agabus warned. “So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man who owns this belt” (Acts 21:11). 3. Paul’s response. “I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die at Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:23-24, Proverbs 16:9, Acts 21:13, Acts 23:12

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is Better At The Beach - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 22, 2017

Today we continue our Summer Sermon Series on “Life is Better at the Beach”. There is so much to learn from the beach. God wants us to be effective. This means we need to live life strategically.

I. Riding the Waves (Adjusting to the “motion of God” in our lives) Romans 8:6 KJV - For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Matthew 16:24 KJV - Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6, Matthew 16:24, Isaiah 55:8-11, Hosea 10:35, Psalm 116:2, 1 John 5:14-15, Exodus 31:15, Leviticus 23:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus As The Wine Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Michael Eaton on Jul 29, 2017

This message is Chapter 2 of my book entitled, "John on the Run A Survey of the Bible New Testament Book of John." You can pick up this book at https://www.amazon.com/John-Run-Survey-Bible-Testament-ebook/dp/B01MXR29PB/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8

Introduction In many Christian circles, many take issue whenever the topic of drinking wine is discussed. It is a very controversial subject to say the least. My view is simple. The bible states, do not be drunk with wine, but be fill with the Spirit. (Ephesians 5:18) However, in our culture wine ...read more

Scripture: John 2:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Wealth Of Intercession Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 6, 2017

"intercessory prayer does not divert us from true contemplation, since authentic contemplation always has a place for others."

Thursday of 18th Week in Course 2017 Joy of the Gospel Our recent journey with the Holy Father through his encyclical, The Joy of the Gospel, has taken us to a place where we learn that our faithfulness to our call is the critical element of our discipleship. Our fruitfulness is assured if we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-10

Denomination: Catholic

Casting Away Anxiety Series

Contributed by Dr. Michael Eaton on Aug 10, 2017

This message is chapter three of my book entitled, "How To Overcome Anxiety In Life: Understanding the Will of God Through the Word of God." Take a look now@ http://tinyurl.com/y9ex4wt7

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens When Faith Comes From Within

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 15, 2018

The obverse side of the previous conversation: what comes out of the mouth when the heart is full of faith.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN FAITH COMES FROM WITHIN. Mark 7:24-37. In the earlier part of this chapter Jesus had disputed with some Scribes and Pharisees about ritual and tradition; and had taught those who would hear that defilement does not come from without, but from within (Mark 7:1-23). It is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ai Plunder? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 25, 2016

God allowed plunder at Ai but not at Jericho, why?

Let us continue worshiping our God by listening and learning from His Word. Open your Bibles to the Book of Joshua, which tells the story of the Israelites, God’s chosen People. We can learn much from the Israelites who were freed from their bondage in Egypt and were called to live a life ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Embrace The Mission!

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 2, 2016

Here are six qualities of those who are willing to embrace the mission of Christ to bring the gospel to the world!

Embrace the Mission Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 Introduction The spread of the Gospel Message in the first century is amazing. From 12 apostles to limited commission … to the day of Pentecost… The Kingdom is a grass-roots effort. Even today with all of our mass-media abilities, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Many Will Loose Their Faith At The End Days! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

Jesus is the source of our faith. Our faith comes from hearing the message of Gods word. Faith is trusting God in everything.

In the end times, many will turn their backs on God because anti-Christ will be everywhere preaching and manipulating everyone that God doesn’t exist. The Bible tells us that in the last days' people will fall away from faith because they seek for the knowledge and wisdom of mankind instead of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23, Matthew 24:42-44, Habakkuk 2:4

God's Promises Never Fails

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 5, 2019

To encourage believers to stay and live on GOD's Promises because GOD fulfills His WORDS.

I. EXORDIUM: When GOD says it, GOD fulfills it. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage believers to stay and live on GOD's Promises because GOD fulfills His WORDS. IV. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 1:20 For as many as are the promises of God, they all find their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Drop The Ball

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 17, 2019

Today is Father’s Day. I want to give every Dad a leadership message today. As you go… So goes your family. Let’s talk specifically about faith today… Don’t Drop the Ball

I. STAY THE COURSE 1 Chronicles 16:11 AMP Seek the Lord and His strength; yearn for and seek His face and to be in His presence continually! • Persevere - continued pursuit or prosecution of (Websters) A. In Prayer - Ephesians 6:18 CEV Never stop praying, especially for others. Always pray by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:11, Ephesians 6:18, Galatians 6:9, Colossians 1:21-23, Philippians 1:6, John 10:27-30, Jeremiah 32:40, 1 Peter 1:3-7, Hebrews 3:1-6, Hebrews 3:14, 1 Corinthians 1:17-18, Hebrews 4:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Appetites And Fears Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 15, 2015

david was hungry and scared which caused him to lie

Open your Bibles to 1 Samuel Chapter 21…. We have noted from Chapter 18 of 1 Samuel that David became a well-known hero in Israel after defeating Goliath and many Philistine armies. We also noted that King Saul was jealous of David. At the end of 1 Samuel chapter 20 David had to run away because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Battle

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 23, 2015

Spiritual attacks are real; we must know how to combat them.

Spiritual Battle June21, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Spiritual attacks are real; we must know how to combat them. Focus Passage: Ephesians 6:12 Introduction: Recently National Geographic ran an article about the Alaskan bull moose. The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom: What We Can Expect Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 31, 2016

Forewarned is forearmed. Wisdom not only guides us in our choices, it helps us anticipate what we may expect to see.

Wisdom: What We Can Expect (Proverbs 24:7-12) 1. A lot of times folks get very superstitious about finding God’s will. And, more often than not, they want God’s will to be their will, and somehow make it so. 2. By the time Bobby arrived, the football game had already started. "Why ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible