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David Brings The Ark Of The Covenant Into Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 24, 2023

In 2nd Samuel 6 we see the Ark of the Covenant being brought to Jerusalem

David has gone from watching over the few sheep of his father, to be anointed as king of Israel. He was anointed, but then he waited. He waited many years, being persecuted by the ruling forces. He was on the run. He was hiding in caves. He fought battles. He dealt with foreign kings. He refused ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

Eternity Is Too Long To Be Wrong

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 23, 2023

The Galatians began trying to save themselves by their own efforts, instead of by God’s way – Jesus Christ. This is relevant, because we too may be trying to save ourselves by “Do-it-Yourself Religion.”

ETERNITY IS TOO LONG TO BE WRONG Galatians 2:16–3:5 INTRODUCTION A. 4 RIDDLES 1. Do you know what they call a Hotdog in the Winter? A Chilly Dog 2. What do you call a snow man’s dog? A Slush Puppy 3. What do you call a 100 year-old ant? An antique. 4. Why did the chicken cross the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Have You Given A Party And Nobody Came?

Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Apr 22, 2002

Illustrated sermon using a table decorated for a party (representing an empty life of religion) and a cross (representing a life given to Christ in relationship).

TEXT: John 18:28 They led Jesus therefore from Caiphas into the Praetorium, and it was early; and they themselves did not enter into the Praetorium in order that they might not be defiled, but might eat the Passover. INTRODUCTION Give brief history of Passover and why it was instituted. Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14, John 18:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Beat Spiritual Depression

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Mar 2, 2004

What do you do with those "tough weeks?" Does everyone have them, or is it just me? How can I climb on top when I feel like God is 1,000,000 miles away? We find answers in Elijah’s story... *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

I Kings 19:1-6, 9-12 INTRODUCTION: How many of you have a Christian person you really look up to – someone you really admire as a Christian? Perhaps it’s someone you admire because of the way they’ve been used by God. Perhaps you can just sense a closeness to God in them. Now, when you feel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

299 – Restoring The Stolen!

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Feb 14, 2005

A study of 1 Samuel 30

Sermon Study 299 – RESTORING THE STOLEN! 1 SAMUEL Chapter 27 David was pursued by Saul – he escaped to the land of the Philistines with 600 men (where Saul will not search for him) and found Achish (Philistine ruler) who once feared David, but agreed to protect him from Saul in return for David’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Enough!

Contributed by David Trexler on May 10, 2007

The Ascension of Jesus the Christ should be enough for all of us.

Act 1 verses 1-11 & Luke 24 verses 44-53 Ascension 2007 This coming Thursday is the Ascension of our Lord. In preparing for today’s message I realized in the time I have been here, I have always, always focused my efforts upon Mother’s Day and the Biblical text associated with this particular ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Running Out The Snakes

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Jun 13, 2009

NOTICE WHAT HAPPENED ON THAT ISLAND OF MELITA. PAUL, ALONG WITH THE MARINERS ARE WET AND COLD, HISTORIANS VERIFY IT WAS PROBABLY IN OCTOBER AND THE COLD WET RAIN ALONG WITH THE SWIMMING ASHORE, MADE THEM WET AND VERY COLD. THE PEOPLE OF THE ISLAND HAD K

RUNNING OUT THE SNAKES 6/14/09 TEXT: ACTS 28: 1--6 INTRODUCTION: ALL THROUGHOUT THE BIBLE I HAVE FOUND NOTHING GOOD WRITTEN ABOUT SNAKES. 1. FROM THE FALL OF MANKIND IN THE GARDEN OF EDEN, TO THE VERY LAST MENTION OF SNAKES IN THE WORD OR GOD, I FIND NO FAVORABLE MENTION. 2. THEREFORE I FEEL ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Core 52 Week 3 - The Fall Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 2, 2020

What's our problem? At its foundation, it's being lost. Being in a fallen world. Choosing rebellion over faith and obedience. But God has an answer.

You can hear the sermon on my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2580706 The Fall - What's My Problem? Intro: • Mrs. Billings yellow cake cover up. (https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermon-illustrations/74377/hypocrisy-by-sermoncentral?ref=TextIllustrationSerps) • Yellow cake • What’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Gratitude: Finding Joy In Every Season Of Life Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 2, 2025

What is Gratitude? Gratitude is simply thankfulness, but it’s not just remembering to say “thank you” when someone passes the salt. Gratitude is deeper. It’s a heart posture, a perspective, and a daily decision to focus on the blessings rather than the botherings.

The Power of Gratitude: Finding Joy in Every Season of Life Good afternoon! I hope you’ve all had a good lunch—and if you didn’t, then I hope you’re sitting next to someone who did, because the joy of sharing is a biblical principle! Now, I promise to keep this short and sweet — for some of us, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 37:25, Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Was Mountain Man

Contributed by Terry Bailey on Dec 23, 2000

Jesus knew the need and the rewards of spending time alone with the Father.

Jesus Was A Mountain Man The Text: Matthew 8:1-3 The Teaching: Jesus knew the need and the rewards of spending time alone with the Father. Verse #1: When He came down from the mountain... 1. Jesus was not afraid of the Wildlife (Bears & Lions) 2. Jesus was not afraid of the local legends ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christians And Christmas, Part 1 - An Overview Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Nov 29, 2006

What comes to your mind when I said the word, “Christmas”? Christmas trees, presents, lights, candles, food, parties, snow, decorations, the star, angels, Santa Claus…wow! There are about a zillion symbols we have for Christmas, aren’t there? What do they

If everyone would take a moment and close their eyes…I am going to say a word and I want you to tell me what you picture when I say it. Ready? Christmas. What came to your mind when I said the word, “Christmas”? Christmas trees, presents, lights, candles, food, parties, snow, decorations, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be The Gift Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 12, 2018

If we have received the indescribable gift of Jesus and are thankful for this gift then we should want to choose to be the gift to others this Christmas season.

Video Illustration: Mr. Hollands Opus is a story about a man who invested in other people with music and in the scene he is discouraged – feels like a failure because his program is cut and he soon discovers how he had become the gift to so many people. Series: Be the Gift! Thesis: If we have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, John 6:7-11, Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Opportunity To Give Series

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This is the seventh sermon in a sermon series on the life of Elijah.

Elijah series Part 7 VII. Opportunity to give Over the last few weeks we have focused our attention upon the divine opportunities given to the widow of Zarephath. Because of her obedience to Elijah’s God, her family was saved from starvation, and because of this miracle, the widow was given the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Service - Pg

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Oct 19, 2003

Funeral Service for Christian servant

Funeral Service – Perce Gust Lorna would like to thank you all for coming to pay your last respects to Perce and to show your love for her at this time Hymn • If I had to choose one word to describe Perce, it would be “gentleman” • We have lost a true gentleman, someone who has enriched all of our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian Church

The Birth Of A King

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Dec 20, 2011

The central message surrounding Jesus’ birth is that he came to save people from their sins. He did his part, beginning with his birth. Now individuals must do theirs by trusting him as their Savior.

He was born on February 11, 1847, in Milan, Ohio, the seventh and youngest child. As a youngster, he possessed a great curiosity which led him to ask an enormous amount of questions. His mother had once been a schoolteacher, but even she could not answer all his questions. This being the case, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist