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4 The Mighty Tempest Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 10, 2020

This is the 4th of 31 devotions on the book of Jonah, where I compare Jonah with The Global Church. This devotion is about the great tempest that God sent on the sea and a few learnings from that.

# 4 - The Mighty Tempest Jonah 1:4 - “But the Lord sent out a great wind on the sea, and there was a mighty tempest on the sea, so that the ship was about to be broken up.” But the Lord sent out a Great Wind on the Sea Jonah had just boarded a ship to Tarshish and was doing a good job of ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:4, Romans 8:31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lent 2: God Is Heavy: Carrying The Weight Of God

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Mar 8, 2019

Second Sunday in Lent. This sermon focuses ar​oun​d the idea of God as s​hiel​d but God as heavy to carry as Lent requires reflection and repentence​.

“Carrying the Weight of God.” The Rev. Rian Adams Second Sunday of Lent, Year C The Genesis reading says God spoke to Abram and said, “I am your shield.” A shield has one job… the difference between life and death is how well a shield does that job. A shield's vocation is to protect the one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

God's Working! Satan Is Too Series

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Mar 19, 2013

Nehemiah 4:7-23, discussion of when God is working in an individual's life or a church's life, Satan is at work as well.

God’s Working! Satan is Too Nehemiah 4:7-23 Throughout our study of the book of Nehemiah, we’ve seen a common theme develop within the first 4 chapters: when God is working, Satan is working double-time to discredit the work of God and His servants. Nehemiah was a servant of God who ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:7-23

Denomination: Baptist

Would You Invite A Sinner To Take You To His Home?

Contributed by Rev. Daniel Panitz on Oct 17, 2012

This is a sermon about Zacchaeus' meeting of Jesus, it highlights grace and forgiveness.

Would you invite a sinner to take you to his home? Reverend Daniel Panitz Miracle fellowship Imagine that you had definite destination in mind while walking down a city street. Suddenly you noticed a crowd gathered around you and there up in a tree you saw an onlooker amongst the crowd. You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-9

Denomination: Charismatic

The Strength Of Weakness

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Apr 25, 2019

It is not until we are at our weakest that God shows us His strength of Salvation.

If I am remembering correctly from a sermon I heard a few weeks ago[i] there is a story about a Chinese teacher who takes his students on an outing to a river/lake side as a time of respite after a grueling period of instruction. Out of all the students and the teacher, only two of them know how ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Best For Both Worlds Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 15, 2017

part of our mission and vision involves "All-In Discipleship." This can only occur when we realize we are IN the world but not OF the world. In fact, the world is in a serious battle with God, His Son, His Spirit, and His people.

1. A Challenge in Preaching Every Week – the Needs of Each Member a. “Feed me,” – I am hungering to hear from God. b. “Minister to Me,” – I am hurting because of: *Illness in my family *Illness I am facing *Death in my family or a friend *Employment Stresses *Bad Decisions c. “Help me feel ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is The Gospel Pc?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 26, 2021

Too often we make the gospel into something it is not because we are uncon=mfortable with others' reactions.

1. A preacher was once approached by a troubled church member who wanted to air his concerns about the direction the church was going. When it was the preacher’s turn to speak he began quoting scripture the member replied, "If you’re going to start using the Bible we’re done talking. You study ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-42, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Rapture?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 10, 2021

Is there a rapture in chapter 14 of Revelation? Sometimes we read something into the Scripture because church tradition decided it was there years ago.

The First Rapture? Revelation 14 Michael H. Koplitz Chapter 14 brings us to a point where I need to explain a common problem in biblical studies. It is called harmonizing. When we read a story in the Gospel of Mark, it is normal for us to recall what the other gospels say about the same story. ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

A New Day Coming Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 6, 2022

Isaiah gives us a description of the new day. For believers in Jesus the best is yet to come. Your future is bright! The new Zion is described were believers dwell with God. Are you ready for the new day?

Have you ever had one of those days you would like to forget? It might be a time your alarm did not go off and then you spilled coffee on your shirt or worse yet while rushing you spilled coffee on your computer. Then you go out to your car and a tire is flat. All this before 8:00 AM. It is one of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 6, 2024

Arriving now in chapter 2 we find ourselves in “Pentecost.”

“Pentecost” Acts 2:1-4 3-17-2024 AM Arriving now in chapter 2 we find ourselves in “Pentecost.” Acts 2:1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. Pentecost - The word “Pentecost” is a Greek word signifying the 50th part of a thing, or the 50th ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Let No-One Put Asunder

Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 5, 2023

Christian marriage is sacred. This short sermon describes what the biblical definition of marriage is and what the biblical grounds for divorce are. God hates divorce so therefore divorce should only be the very last option in any marriage.

You probably already know what this mini-sermon is about before I even finish this first sentence. Well, you are right, it's about marriage. Now in this message, I’m talking about the biblical definition and Christian view of marriage, not the secular view and what today’s society wants ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-6, Ephesians 5:31, Malachi 2:16, Matthew 19:9, Psalm 11:5, Psalm 147:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Opposition Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 25, 2022

There was a spirit of renewal and revival. Worship was renewed and sacrifices were made. But opposition lurked around the corner. When God’s people are doing God’s work opposition comes.

How do you respond to opposition? What if someone is doing everything they can to sabotage your work for the Lord? When you can face and overcome opposition by depending on God’s strength you will ultimately accomplish great things. Does taking a stand for Christ necessarily mean that you will ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Fake Series

Contributed by Louis Mare on Jan 31, 2023

Do your coworkers know you are Christian? Does your work schedule reflect a weekly or yearly calendar of a Christian?

TO AVOID HYPROCRISY WE NEED TO LIVE OUR FAITH Do your coworkers know you are Christian? Does your work schedule reflect a weekly or yearly calendar of a Christian? Do you produce the best product or work as hard as you can to model excellent workmanship? Are you a benevolent manager? Do you care ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3, Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On The Torch Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 16, 2023

A torch, in modern-day technology, is defined as a portable, battery-powered electric lamp.

George Bernard Shaw, an Irish playwright and critic once remarked: “Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I am permitted to hold for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” John 8:12 reminds us: Again ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:18, Matthew 5:14-16, John 1:4-5, 2 Corinthians 4:6

Alternate Theory Of Creation No. 3 - The "day/Age" Theory

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 24, 2023

Another theory of the creation of the universe in opposition to the record given in Genesis 1 is the "Day/Age" Theory, and like the previous two we looked at, has neither the science or Scriptural foundation to verify its claim.

We have looked at two of four "theories of creation" used to explain our origins apart from what is clearly and unapologetically presented in the first chapter of Genesis. The first theory is known as "theistic evolution", which teaches that God used evolution as part of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Exodus 20:8-11, Psalm 33:6-12, Hebrews 11:3, John 1:1-4, Colossians 1:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist