Sermons on Be Not Afraid:

Fishers Of Men

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 7, 2019

We are called to capture people for the kingdom of God.

Fishers of Men Luke 5: 1 – 11 Intro: As you can tell, I was born with straight, thin hair. I always wanted it to be wavy and “cool.” I’ve tried it all: permanents, body waves, dye jobs, short hair, long hair, and everything in between. When I lived in Port Neches, I went to a new person to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 24, 2017

As Jesus is the Light of the world so are you too

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD John 9:5King James Version (KJV) 5  As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world. Hallelujah beloved, how glorious is it to know that we serve, love and worship the Light of the world who has made us to also be ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Life Is Coming Down A Dusty Road

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 5, 2017

There is life in the Lord Jesus.

Life is coming down a dusty road Mark 5: 35 While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue's house certain which said, Thy daughter is dead: why troublest thou the Master any further? 36 As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:35-43

Denomination: Baptist

From Egypt To Nazareth With Jesus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 17, 2017

It was an angel that told Joseph of the danger to Jesus. He was told to flee to Egypt and also that he would be told when it was safe to return. With Herod dead, the pressure was off and it was now safe for Joseph to take his family home.

-4 BC- Egypt and Nazareth (14) From Egypt to Nazareth with Jesus Matthew 2: 19-23, Luke 2:39 Hosea 11:1 says, “When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son.” God’s son was down in Egypt, but He can’t stay there. He can’t grow up in the Egyptian culture like Moses ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:19-23, Luke 2:39

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is Coming Down A Dusty Road

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 3, 2016

How Christ can raise the dead.

Life is coming down a dusty road Mark 5: 35 While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue's house certain which said, Thy daughter is dead: why troublest thou the Master any further? 36 As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:35-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Transfiguration Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 1, 2023

Understanding the Transfiguration

“I tell you this: I want God to be what God is: the impeccably holy, unapproachable holy Thing, the all-holy One. I want him to be and remain the Holy. I want his heaven to be holy and this throne to be holy. I don’t want him to change or modify his requirements. Even if it shuts me out, I want ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living With The Enemy Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 22, 2023

This is the 10th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#10] LIVING WITH THE ENEMY 1 Samuel 27:1-12 Introduction: When things are difficult for long periods of time, we begin to do things that are not rational. That is what happened to David- He went from being the anointed King of Israel to a fugitive from Saul. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Levels Of Faith In The Bible Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 1, 2024

Faith is a fundamental aspect of the Christian life.

Faith is a fundamental aspect of the Christian life. It is the foundation upon which our relationship with God is built. In the Bible, we see various levels of faith demonstrated by different individuals. In this article, we will explore these levels of faith and what we can learn from them. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, John 9:38, Matthew 8:10

Gain The Whole World

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 13, 2024

So why did I title this devotion as ‘gain the whole world’, people are fascinated with the word ‘gain’ rather than ‘soul’.

SOUL Gain the whole world Mark. 8:[36] “For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” So why did I title this devotion as ‘gain the whole world’, people are fascinated with the word ‘gain’ rather than ‘soul’, anybody listening? My daughter would tell ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Will Anyone Get Out Of The Boat When They See You?

Contributed by Cedric Portis on Nov 30, 2002

Jesus calls us to be light to the world. When others look at you do they see the light of Jesus or do they see the darkness of this dying world.

Will anyone get out of the Boat when they see you? Minister Cedric Portis 12/01/02 Matthew 14:22 And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. Matthew 14:23 And when he had sent the multitudes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons From A Cowardly Dog

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

In this message featuring "Courage the Cowardly Dog," learn a few things about how to conquer fear.

Lessons from a Cowardly Dog How To Get Courage 6/2/04 I. Introduction Show “got fear?” video. Black Bart was a professional thief whose very name struck fear as he terrorized the Wells Fargo stage line. From San Francisco to New York, his name became synonymous with the danger of the frontier. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Caricature Or Reality (Pt 1) Series

Contributed by John Telgren on Jan 8, 2006

In order to pray, worship and serve God effectively, we need to understand who he is. This begins with an understanding that he is first of all holy. Only when we get a handle on his holiness can everything else fall into place.

Do you know what a caricature is? You see them all the time when you pick up a newspaper. You often have political cartoons where the details are not true life representations. Prominent features are often exaggerated and non-prominent features are diminished or eliminated altogether. If you go to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Is Refreshing To See The Zeal Of Jesus

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 20, 2003

how Jesus cleansed the temple and paved the way for our salvation

March 23, 2003 John 2:13-22 When it was almost time for the Jewish Passover, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 14 In the temple courts he found men selling cattle, sheep and doves, and others sitting at tables exchanging money. 15 So he made a whip out of cords, and drove all from the temple area, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Obervations On Prayer

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Oct 13, 2002

Four obervations on prayer based on the prologue to the final vision of the book of Daniel.

- - - - - - - - - All scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation. - - - - - - - - - There was an old television commercial which for thes sake of hocking mouth wash asked the question – “How’s your love life?” Good question. And I’m not going to put you on the spot and ask for hands ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-21

Denomination: *other

God's Love Banishes Fear

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 24, 2001

Fear is never God’s will for His people. But how can we avoid it?

It’s now been a week and a half since the terrorist attacks on New York and Washington, and all over America, life is returning to normal – even as we realize that our definition of "normal" will have to change. The airlines are flying again, even if the planes aren’t very full. The stock market is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15

Denomination: Baptist