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"no Excuses" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 19, 2021

Based on Exodus 3:1-17 - Challenges hearers to live a "no excuses" life

“NO EXCUSES” Ex. 3:1-17 FBCF – 4/18/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – EVERYBODY WILL NEED A PIECE OF PAPER TO WRITE ON AT END OF SERMON. Some people are pure geniuses when it comes to making excuses. Here are some that were given to insurance companies when they were investigating car accidents: - “I had ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Dream For Me Are Better Than My Own

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

God sees the bigger picture of our lives, while we have a limited view. We have dreams of doing things to better ourselves, but our dreams are limited, while God's dreams for us are must greater.

God’s Dream for Me are Better than My Own Ecclesiastes 5:3 “For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words.” Today I want us to look at two forms of multiplication of dreams: one good and one bad. So first let us look at the bad form of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:3, 1 Peter 5:6-7, Psalm 37:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

View From The Cave PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Serve God in our current circumstances, continually seek His will, and respond quickly to His word.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to be diving into an inspiring passage from 1 Samuel 22:1-5. This text will guide us to understand three important truths: Serve God where you are, Continue to seek God's will, and Be quick to respond to God's word. Before we get into the heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-5

Topics: God's Delays

He Leadeth Me Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 2, 2024

Psalm 23 uses the powerful image of a shepherd and his sheep. Sheep are helpless creature. They need a shepherd—just like we need the Lord. But just as a shepherd leads his sheep, so too does the Lord guide us.

He Leadeth Me! Psalm 23:3b Introduction: Cf. Psalm uses the imagery of a Shepherd and his sheep to describe relationship of the Lord to those who belong to Him. Lord = Shepherd Saved = Sheep Oh, sheep are such cute, fluffy little creatures… well when God compared us to sheep; He wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Baptist

Impact Of Worship

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

When sinners are thus converted, they will love and honor those whom they before despised and hated and will seek to lessen the suffering they before desired to increase.

Opening illustration: While worshiping with our mentors in Tharmaid during a meeting at an underground church, we encounter a woman who was possessed with evil spirit. What transpired during the worship time was a powerful move of God’s deliverance for that woman. Introduction: Some strange things ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You Want? Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 17, 2025

Based on John 3:16 - Evangelistic sermon based around 3 questions for hearers to consider.

“WHAT DO YOU WANT?” John 3:16 FBCF – 3/16/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Francis William Boreham – preacher in England in early 1900’s. As a young boy, his father took him to London to see the ancient obelisk named Cleopatra’s Needle being erected (PIC). This 70-ft tall tower was built in the ancient ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 27, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of embracing the Holy Spirit, responding to God's call, and utilizing spiritual gifts for personal growth and service to others.

Good morning, dear church family. It warms my heart to see each one of you here today, gathered in unity and anticipation. We are all here to witness the unfolding of God's Word, to listen, to understand, and to apply it in our daily lives. We are about to embark on a spiritual discourse that will, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, Numbers 11:24-30, John 20:19-23

Topics: Gift Of The Spirit

Are You Doing Right By God And Obeying Parents? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon explores the biblical call to obedience, its impact on character development, and its role in aligning our will with God's.

Welcome, dear friends. We gather today in the warm embrace of our shared faith, united in our love for God and our hunger for His holy word. We are here today to navigate the waters of spiritual wisdom, to understand more deeply the divine directives that shape our lives and our relationships. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Topics: Children, Obey, Parents

The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

Exploring the Holy Spirit's role in empowering, gifting, and guiding believers, emphasizing our need to understand and harness this divine presence within us.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of our Lord! As we sit here together, it's a joy to know that we are bound by a common love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds towards a fundamental aspect ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-17

Topics: Gifts, Holy Spirit

Jezebel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores the story of Jezebel to illustrate the enslaving power of sin and the liberating grace of God's mercy and justice.

Greetings, dear friends. I'm so glad you've chosen to join us today as we gather, not just as a congregation, but as a family, united in our love for our Savior and our desire to grow closer to Him. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God has a word for us today, a message of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:34

Topics: Jezebel

Faithful Followers

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Big Idea: FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS HELP THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD H.

Big Idea: FAITHFUL FOLLOWERS HELP THE PERSECUTED CHURCH STAND STRONG IN THE GRACE OF GOD H. Gordon Selfridge built up one of the world's larges department stores in London. He achieved success by being a leader, not a boss. Here is his own comparison of the two types of executives: The boss drives ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Perfect Will For Your Life

Contributed by Terry Tuley on Oct 18, 2000

The letter known as the Epistle to the Ephesians is one of the most discussed, criticized, and mysterious of all New Testament documents.

The letter known as the Epistle to the Ephesians is one of the most discussed, criticized, and mysterious of all New Testament documents. It was written by Paul the Apostle while in prison in Rome. It was sent out to the churches all over Asia. Two key words in the book of Ephesians are the words ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-23

What Gift Shall I Bring? Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Dec 19, 2001

Our journey to Christ and the gifts we bring.

As we conclude our series on the promised birth of our Savior, lets refelect on the prophecies concerning our promised King. I want you to think of these prophecies as a roadmap. Each prophecy pointing the way to Jesus. The things foretold of our Savior: He would be a Son, born of a virgin, born ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First True Survivors In The World.

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Jan 22, 2001

Back to the Beginning.We today can be a survivor if we follow Adams’ example in responding to the voice and call of God.

The Concepts of Salvation in the beginning are the same Today. God has not changed and His Word then is His Word now! Man left to Himself WILL go astray.-Psalms.10:4 The subtility of that old Serpent,has not decreased. Satan is in force today using whatever means He has to detour us in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21, Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ways Of Living

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 18, 2003

Choosing our lifestyle.

TWO WAYS OF LIVING Psalms 1:1-6 INTRO: The key to fulfilling life’s purpose to glorify God is realizing that we are responsible to God for the conduct and direction of our lives. We are presented with a variety of options, but ultimately the choices are only two: God’s way or the way of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist