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Surrender To God

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 11, 2002

Talks about being committed to God in total surrender

Surrender to God Joshua 24:1 & 23 Introduction: Describe the game called "mercy" - the purpose of the game is to get the other guy to surrender by bending back his hands. Forced unconditional surrender. God does not force us to surrender but he does expect us to. I. Surrender Past 1. Actions: ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Vs. Expediency Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

OUR RESPONSE TO PERSONAL DANGER AND NATIONAL COMPROMISE MUST BE FAITH NOT EXPEDIENCY

BIG IDEA: OUR RESPONSE TO PERSONAL DANGER AND NATIONAL COMPROMISE MUST BE FAITH NOT EXPEDIENCY Background: Tied to Psalm 10 same context of wicked attacking the innocent in secret same emphasis on the eyes of the Lord seeing both the righteous and the wicked I. (:1-3) POSSIBLE RESPONSES TO ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am Going Somewhere

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Mar 30, 2007

SOMETIMES WHEN LIFE HAS THROWN YOU A CURVEBALL IT IS TEMPTING TO WALK AWAY FROM THE PLATE OF LIFE, BUT DR. SEUSS TEACHES US THE IMPORTANCE OF REMAINING IN THE GAME. REVIEW THIS INTERESTINGTAKE ON A DR. SEUSS CLASSIC.

SCRIPTURE: LUKE 19:1-10 SUBJECT: I AM GOING SOMEWHERE A FEW WEEKS AGO . . . DR. THEODOR SEUSS (DR. SEUSS). . . AUTHOR GREEN EGGS/HAM DID I EVER TELL YOU HOW LUCKY YOU ARE? HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS INTERESTING STORY . . . 1936, HIS FIRST BOOK AND TO THINK I SAW IT ON MULBERRY STREET WAS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bent Out Of Shape

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 20, 2016

Jesus knew that rules are important, but he knew that the needs of people are more important. You and I need to learn that lesson as well. Whenever we see someone in need, the most important thing is to help them, no matter when or where it may be.

To help you understand the importance of the reading we just heard from Luke’s Gospel, I’m going to do something unusual. I’m going to bend over. As you can see, this is not a very comfortable position for me. I could easily stay bent over like this for a few minutes, but what if ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Anglican

The Wages Of Wickedness

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 24, 2022

The earth is covered with wickedness. People conceive and hatch evil without fear of repercussions. God hates wickedness and punishes wicked people for their acts of evil.

TEXT: Psalms 7:14-16 (NLT) "The wicked conceive evil; they are pregnant with trouble and give birth to lies.They dig a deep pit to trap others, then fall into it themselves.The trouble they make for others backfires on them. The violence they plan falls on their own heads." PREVALENCE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:14-16, Psalm 7:11, Isaiah 48:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

There's Always Room At The Table Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Mar 19, 2024

God looks exactly like Jesus. Any other image of God is false. We recognize Jesus in the act of serving and there's always room at the table with God.

Ever wondered what God is like? It's a big question, right? But it's important because we tend to act like the God we believe in. The simple answer is, God is just like Jesus. Any other picture of God is off the mark. The Bible shows us how people's understanding of God changed over time, and it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-8

Topics: Divine Nature, Jesus' Teachings, Spiritual Enlightenment, God's Love

Dare To Walk On Fire Series

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Nov 5, 2004

How to walk when under fire. Parts of outline were from another source.

How to set yourself apart and standout in a crowd? 1. Refuse to BEND (compromise truth) “My son, fear the Lord and the king; Do not associate with those who are given to change” (Proverbs 24:21 NASB) “Don’t become partners with those who reject God. How can you make a partnership out of right ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

What Should We Remember About 9/11?

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Sep 9, 2016

what should we remember about 9/11

What should we remember about 9/11, should we remember the twin towers falling, should we remember it was an act of terrorism or should we remember the passenger planes that were taken over by the Muslim pilots? What should we remember about 9/11, (first, second, third), we should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Satanic Machineries Series

Contributed by Okuchukwu Chukwuka on Apr 1, 2018

This teaching reveals the new age trick of the devil against the church and it's growth. The Devil has been conquered and out rightly subdued.

BIBLE VERSE: MATHEW 13:25, HAGGAI 2:22 holy, holy, holy is the Lord, the one who was, is and is to come. As I write under the influence of the Holy ghost, it is my heart desire that this teaching will fulfill purpose and a actualize vision that is aimed at bring the truth at the forefront ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Jesus Pray For Us

Contributed by Priscilla Haselrig on Sep 18, 2002

HOW SATAN IS STILL TRYING TO SIFT GOD PEOPLE, BUT JESUS IS STILL SAYING , NO SATAN, I AM STILL PRAYING AND WATCHING OVER MY PEOPLE.

I AM GLAD JESUS PRAYED I am so glad that Jesus took the time and got down on His bended knees and prayed to GOD on our behalf. And it is when we pray for somebody else, we let God know that it¡¦s not all about ourselves, and that what Jesus did, He let us know, it was not just about Himself, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Holiness

Reasons For Ruptured Relationships Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 13, 2003

This message deals with the Real Reasons for Ruptured Relationships as it relates to Us and God and interpersonals relationships.

"O God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come, Our shelter from the stormy blast, And our eternal home! Before the hills in order stood, Or earth received her frame, From everlasting Thou art God, To endless years the same." Since God is "our help in ages past, our hope for years to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

How To Keep The Fire Of Revival Burning? Revive In 2005 Pt 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 9, 2005

Today we are seeking to learn how to keep the fire of revival burning in our hearts. In other words, how do I stay revived in 2005? We do it by prayer, persistence in the faith and staying in His Word.

How to keep the fire of revival in our hearts burning for the Lord? Revive in 2005 part 5 Thesis: Today we are seeking to learn how to keep the fire of revival burning in our hearts. In other words, how do I stay revived in 2005? We do it by prayer, persistence in the faith and staying in His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Abundance Of Our Great Rewards Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Jul 25, 2023

The rewards for our faithfulness to Jesus is exceedingly abundant beyond measure. I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness for the glory of God.

THE ABUNDANCE OF OUR GREAT REWARDS This morning we continue our series on eternal rewards with today’s message, “The Abundance of Our Great Rewards.” What you are about to hear today is truly exciting, and I hope it will whet your appetite to live for eternity and cause you to leap with joy when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:21, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Ephesians 3:20, 2 Peter 1:11, Luke 6:23, Mark 9:41, Matthew 10:41, Luke 16:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Chosen By Grace Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 21, 2021

Paul gave 3 examples to show that God has not rejected Israel - his conversion, Elijah's experience and the remnant who believes. God hardens the hearts of unbelievers because they have chosen to harden their own hearts.

Romans 11:1-10 Chosen By Grace When a relationship breaks up, we have questions. Questions like: What’s the problem? Who caused it? How did it happen? • These are the questions Paul has been addressing in Rom 9-11 regarding Israel’s relationship with God, their unbelief and rejection of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-10, Deuteronomy 29:2-4, James 1:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Matters Most In The Christian Life? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 26, 2021

What matters most in Christian life? 1. Remembering that Jesus is our Judge (vs. 10-12). 2. Walking in the love of God (vs. 13-15, 20-21). 3. Pursuing God's priorities (vs. 16-19). 4. Seeing the importance of faith (vs. 22-23).

What Matters Most in the Christian Life? The Book of Romans Romans 14:10-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 26, 2021) (Revised Mar. 23, 2023 to add Scriptures on the Judgment Seat of Christ) BACKGROUND: *Remember that Romans 12 marked a big shift in Paul's letter to the Christians ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:10-23

Denomination: Baptist