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The Hope That Comes From Peace Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 24, 2017

This is the 48th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#48] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM PEACE 2 Thessalonians 3:16 Introduction: This week in this Advent portion of our series, we are looking at the peace that comes from Jesus Christ. We live in a world that is looking for peace. How about you? I have a couple ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Poverty Is A Result Of Laziness (Part 1 Of Rich Man Poor Man In Proverbs) Series

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Mar 27, 2017

The book of Proverbs is not a book of finances. Rather, Proverbs is about wealth and want in light of the social reality of Proverbs. It makes us rethink the tribulations of poverty and, yes, even the troubles of prosperity (Prov. 15:16).

"A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and want like an armed man" (Prov. 6:10-11). The context of this sub-section is laziness. Solomon tells the lazy person to look to the ant (Prov. 6:6). The ant has no boss ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Chameleons! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 27, 2013

Did you know Chameleons shoot their tongue further than the length of their body to catch insects? In much the same way, people shoot out their tongue to bombard you with insults, curses, faults and false accusation.

Genesis 31:1 Now Jacob heard the words of Laban's sons, saying, "Jacob has taken away all that was our father's, and from what was our father's he has acquired all this wealth." Did you know Chameleons shoot their tongue further than the length of their body to catch insects? In much the same way, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Old Life - New Life Pt 2

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 19, 2013

Sin is not our master; we have a victorious life in Jesus.

Old Life - New Life Pt 2 August 18, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Sin is not our master; we have a victorious life in Jesus. Focus Passage: Romans 6:9-14 Supplemental Passage: But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Joy Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Feb 17, 2016

The second of the nine graces of the fruit of the Spirit is joy.

The Spirit of Joy Galatians 5:22-23 We are given nine graces of the Holy Spirit that projects the character and the attitude of Christ before His people and a lost and dying world. This attitude begins with love and it facilitates these other eight graces. Point: Take a careful look at these nine ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Third Sunday Of Lent Year B- Cleansing The Temple

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 5, 2021

Jesus is doing disruptive even violent actions here, shocking me out of my consumerist mentality. No wonder my Savior hangs on a Cross.

Whipping us into shape? “He made a whip out of cords.” John 2:15 Jesus made a whip. Making something with your hands can be therapeutic. Making a whip shows his anger did not impair his judgement. Writing an angry letter is a good way of bringing our feelings out so that we can see them. ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Catholic

Opening Doors To Demonic Influence Or Possession Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 27, 2024

People may unknowingly open doors to demonic influence or possession through various means.

People may unknowingly open doors to demonic influence or possession through various means, including: 1. Sin and rebellion against God (1 Samuel 15:23, Isaiah 14:12-15) 2. Engaging in occult practices (Deuteronomy 18:9-12, Leviticus 19:31) 3. Seeking power or knowledge from dark sources (Acts ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:15, Luke 16:15

Nourishment On Our Journey To The Mountain

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 8, 2024

That story always reminds me of the critical scenes in book 3 of Tolkien’s Ring Trilogy, when the lembas bread nourishes Sam and Frodo on their way to Mount Doom.

Nineteenth Sunday in Course 2024 Saint Paul was one of the greatest Christian thinkers of his day or any other day, and we see it clearly in his letter to the Church of Ephesus. He has just told us to put off our old nature, prone to selfishness and sin, corrupted by uncontrolled lusts for money, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-51, Ephesians 4:30-32, Ephesians 5:1-2, Psalm 34:2-9, 1 Kings 19:4-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Unhindered Forgiveness Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 17, 2024

This message looks at the forgiveness God offers to us, its power to transform our life, and our responsibility to forgive others.

Week 1: The Unhindered kingdom. Week 2 - Unhindered Forgiveness. Worldly forgiveness is often based on: How deep the hurt How worthy we see the other person Their relationship to us Their level of remorse One time or continual. A. God’s Unhindered Forgiveness is offered to everyone. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Ethics: Putting On Compassion, Kindness, And Forgiveness

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 15, 2023

As believers, we are called to live out our faith in practical ways, reflecting the character of Christ. In Colossians 3:12-13, the apostle Paul provides valuable guidance on how to exhibit Christian virtues such as compassion, kindness, and forgiveness.

Point 1: Clothe Yourself with Compassion Cross-Reference: Ephesians 4:32 Compassion lies at the heart of the Christian ethic. Just as a person adorns themselves with clothing, we are called to clothe ourselves with compassion. Compassion enables us to empathize with others, sharing in their joys ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-13, Ephesians 4:32, Proverbs 3:3-4, Matthew 18:21-22, Romans 15:5-6, Philippians 4:7, Psalm 119:105, 1 Thessalonians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Godless Husband Who Is Spiritually Lost . Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 21, 2024

A godless husband may lead the family astray, but a faithful father guides them on the right path.

Speak to wives Kindly: As husbands, we are called to love and respect our wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her (Ephesians 5:25). The Bible tells us that our speech has the power to bring life or death (Proverbs 18:21). When we speak to our wives, are we speaking ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:19, Ephesians 5:33, Proverbs 18:21

Be An Encourager Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 18, 2021

This is the 50th sermon in the series "Action". This series is from the Book of Acts and the Epistles. This series began when the COVID19 pandemic began.

Series: Action [#50] BE AN ENCOURAGER Acts 18:1-28 Introduction: Over the last few Wednesdays, we have been studying how to make wise choices in who are your close friends. One of the main points is- To have a close friend, you have to be a close friend. We live in a time where people enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Of Philip Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 13, 2021

The Persecution of the early church scattered believers all over, everyone witnessed according to their understanding and gifts. Philip landed in Samaria and did wonders and reached many. Read and enjoy.

Acts 8:4-25 Samaria: Philip, Peter, and John 08:04-08 Ministry of Philip in Samaria 08:09-13,17-24 Conversion of Simon the Sorcerer 08:14-25 Ministry of Peter and John in Samaria Happy New Year 2021!. This Part 3 of the ACTS covers the expansion of the Church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-25

Denomination: Methodist

A Basket Of Ripe Summer Fruit

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 7, 2019

Seek God, do justice - before it is too late.

A BASKET OF RIPE SUMMER FRUIT. Amos 8:1-12. This vision and its interpretation is based in a pun: the Hebrew word for “Summer fruit” sounds almost identical with the word translated “the end” (Amos 8:1-2). Read Amos 4:6-11 for a litany of the temporal judgments which the LORD laid upon ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgive

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 22, 2016

Whenever, whenever, whenever you go to God for prayer, He says, ‘first forgive and then come to me.’

Whenever…. Mark 11:25"Whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father who is in heaven will also forgive you your transgressions.” I got to go word by word, I don’t want to skirt a word and thereby miss what Jesus is trying to get ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:25

Denomination: Pentecostal