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The Challenge To Believe

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 17, 2024

Paul’s answer to the challenge of believing rings true today: (1 Corinthians 15:1-2)

The Challenge to Believe 1 Corinthians 15 Introduction A friend wrote a lyric many years ago that still captures my attention “Give me something to believe in, give me something to hold on to.” There are many challenges to our faith - sometimes we face daily. In 1 Corinthians Paul has ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Comparing The Butterfly To The Resurrection: Life And Death Examined

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 10, 2023

We declare in faith, "He is Risen." Jesus is alive. Right now. He rose from the dead two thousand years ago. And his disciples were shocked to see him alive. Yet he had promised he would rise again.

“Cancer had reduced six-year-old Christian to skin and bones. It was during his final days that nature bestowed its annual miracle. Millions of yellow butterflies invade northeast Oklahoma with a gentle firestorm of color and dance, covering the landscape and bringing unbridled joy after the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:52, 1 Corinthians 15:42-44

Denomination: Salvation Army

David Is Named King Of Judah In Hebron Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 27, 2023

David had waited such a long time, for God’s promise given to him through the prophet Samuel. The promise was simple: You will be king. The moment has come, and David becomes King at Hebron over the tribe of Judah.

David trusted God for years and years. He trusted God as his enemies closed in around him. He trusted God as he lived in caves. He trusted God even when he was alone and on the run. He trusted God when Saul tried to kill him. He trusted God when he was an outcast. At last, the time had come. David ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

Our Prayers Do Matter

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 16, 2024

Jesus answered the prayer of a mother and a father whose children were possessed by demons. No circumstance is too difficult for our God. Quotes from Jesus Manifesto, and the book "A Stroke of His Presence"

In Jesus Holy Name September 15, 2024 Text: Mark 9:28,29 Redeemer “Do Our Prayers Matter?” After the healing of the man who was deaf and unable to speak in last week’s gospel lesson ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29, Matthew 17:14-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Weight Of Glory And The Stain Of Blood

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025

This sermon explores the Apostle Paul's declaration that he is "pure from the blood of all men" by examining the terrifying weight of spiritual accountability and the costly faithfulness required to have a clear conscience.

Sermon: The Weight of Glory and the Stain of Blood Text: Acts 20:26 "Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men." Introduction: The Echo on the Shore Let us travel back in time. Do not picture a polished pulpit or listen for a gentle organ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:26

Denomination: Baptist

Watch The Lamb

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 29, 2025

Simon of Cyrene came to offer a lamb and carried the cross for the Lamb of God. One-half mile separated the Temple from the Cross; Simon saw both covenants in operation and sided with the grace of Jesus!

WATCH THE LAMB Mark 15:21-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about this minister, he'd been out bear hunting all day. He searched through the woods, but found no signs of a bear. Frustrated, he threw his gun down on the ground and walked over to a stream to cool off. 2. About that time ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Shall Not Covet Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 8, 2022

Based on Ex. 20:17 - Challenges hearers to consider what coveting really is & how to combat it

“YOU SHALL NOT COVET” Ex. 20:17 FBCF – 8/7/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – There are a lot of things that we Baby Boomers experienced during our childhood & adolescent years. We had the best music, & we also had some of the worst hairstyles. Asked baby-boomers & almost-boomers to respond on FB ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17, Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Advantage Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 8, 2022

Repentance is a firm theme throughout both testaments because it is crucial and essential.

The Advantage of Repentance (Isaiah 1:1-20) Isaiah is often considered the most important of the prophets, and his book is sometimes called the “Fifth Gospel” because it so frequently predicts the Person and Work of Jesus Christ. Being a prophet meant being both a forth-teller and a foreteller, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith Soars! Fear Crawls.

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 15, 2022

Many Christians have settled for survival existence; they’re not expecting the abundance or the supernatural of God. They have been crippled by anxiety, disappointments, or fears. God commands us to wake up to faith.

FAITH SOARS! FEAR CRAWLS. 2 Tim 1:6-7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are a lot of things in our lives that cause us to worry. Rick Majerus, men’s basketball coach at the University of Utah, recently captured a common concern: “Everyone’s worried about the economy this year. Hey, my hairline is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mephibosheth: A Life Changing Lesson On The Power Of Blood Covenant

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Mar 12, 2024

Mephibosheth teaches us some very powerful lessons about Biblical Blood Covenants that should transform & empower our Christian lives to love & serve King Jesus more than ever!

MEPHIBOSHETH: A Life Changing Lesson on the Power of Blood Covenant (One of the meanings of "Mephibosheth" is “dispeller of shame” (2 Sam. 4:4) (2 Samuel 9:1-13) The story of Mephibosheth teaches us some very powerful lessons about Biblical Blood Covenants that should ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13, 1 Samuel 18:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson: 37: Abimelech King Of Shechem Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 20, 2019

At first glance, it might appear that this pitiful tale of the scoundrel Abimelech is unimportant. However, the events of this chapter came very near to being the end of the nation of Israel.

Chapter 37 Abimelech King of Shechem [Judges 9.1-9.6] Scripture 1 And Abimelech the son of Jerubbaal went to Shechem unto his mother's brethren, and communed with them, and with all the family of the house of his mother's father, saying, 2 Speak, I pray you, in the ears of all the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Scandalous Cross: A Curse Or A Blessing Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 26, 2004

Part One of “The Passion of the Christ – Curious? Find out more!” Message Series

The Scandalous Cross: A Curse or a Blessing Part One of “The Passion of the Christ – Curious? Find out more!” Series at Grace International Baptist Church, Vancouver, BC Mel Gibson’s new movie The Passion of the Christ opened to about 3,000 screens this past Wednesday. Some here may have already ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 21:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Word Of Triumph Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 2, 2003

“When He had received the drink, Jesus said, ‘It is finished.’” This cry from the Cross is a shout of victory! Jesus fully paid the price for our sins, stamping "paid in full" across the ledger sheet of our lives. Since Jesus paid it all, we don’t have to

The Word of Triumph Do you ever feel like your life is littered with half-completed projects? Even though I value being able to complete what I start, my days are often filled with unfinished business. From my childhood tree fort that had only one wall, to receiving an “Incomplete” in my college ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Tomb Is Still Empty

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 17, 2007

Are there good reasons to believe that Jesus was raised from the dead? In this sermon I use Lee Stobel’s three "E"s to give proof of the resurrection.

Introduction: A. Happy Resurrection Day to everyone! Hope you are encouraged and uplifted by today’s worship! B. I thought we might start on the light side, with a little Easter humor. 1. What does the Easter bunny get for making baskets? 2 or 3 points, just like everyone else. (That’s a good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Faith That Rises Above Discouragement

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Aug 28, 2009

A faith in a living Redeemer prepares us to rise above all the discouragements of life.

A FAITH THAT RISES ABOVE DISCOURAGE-MENT-- Job 19:23-27, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, 19-22, 50-52, 57-58 Proposition: A faith in a living Redeemer prepares us to rise above all the discouragements of life. Objective: My purpose is to help people to put their total trust in Christ and let Him lift one ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:19-23

Denomination: Baptist