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Building God's Dream Team

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024

Remember that it’s teamwork that makes the dream work! WHICH PLAN ARE YOU ON? WHICH TEAM ARE YOU ON?

Opening illustration: Do you read other people’s letters? Most of the Bible are letters written to people, nations or a community. None of the letters are written directly to us, and we are just reading other people’s letters and applying that to our lives. Introduction: I pause to ask a question. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Advent: Anticipating Christ’s Coming With Joy

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024

Advent is a time of hopeful expectation, but it’s also a season of deep, abiding joy. But what is this joy, and where does it come from?

The Joy of Advent: Anticipating Christ’s Coming with Joy December 15, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 15:13, James 1:2, 1 Peter 1:8-9, Luke 15: As we continue our Advent journey, our focus shifts toward joy—the joy that comes with anticipating the coming of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, James 1:2, 1 Peter 1:8-9

Denomination: Brethren

Time On Loan Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 24, 2025

Christians often compartmentalize their use of time into "MY" time and "GOD'S" time. But is that the best way to think of the time we've been given in our lives?

It used to be – if you wanted to know what time it was you might look up at the sun and say “Well, it looks like it’s about 12:30” and everybody’d be happy with that. But not anymore: In Washington D.C. - on the grounds of the U.S. Naval Observatory - there’s a concrete building that houses ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Occupy Till Come”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 18, 2025

In the parable of the distribution of pounds, in Luke 19:13, Jesus tells us how Christians should live until He returns. • He tells believers to OCCUPY TILL HE COMES!

Also, this verse of scripture tells us how long we are to OCCUPY….UNTIL HE COMES. This phrase comes from a parable in Luke 19:12-27 called “The Parable of the Pounds”. Jesus told this story because the people thought He was on earth to set up His kingdom right then. Jesus wanted them to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Carry You In 2026

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 27, 2025

Polls show that people make many resolutions about physical things but neglect spiritual goals. Those who trust in God are more likely to experience lasting change. God promises to carry us in Isa. 46:4. What does this mean and how can we attain it?

GOD WILL CARRY YOU IN 2026 IN 2026 Isa. 46:4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. In 2026, may your neighbors respect you, troubles neglect you, angels protect you, and heaven accept you. 2. May all your troubles last as long as your New Year resolutions. 3. Remember you can reset your resolutions ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love Always Hopes

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jan 19, 2026

In a marriage, if both partners put their hope in the promises of God and have faith that He will be with them in the daily issues of life, the couple can survive and thrive through the ups and downs that come to every person.

Alba 1-18-2026 LOVE ALWAYS HOPES I Corinthians 13:7 In a Peanuts comic strip, it shows Snoopy thinking to himself: “Yesterday I was a dog. Today I’m a dog. Tomorrow I’ll probably still be a dog. Ohh...there’s so little hope for advancement.” He sounds a little hopeless. You don’t have to be a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Avoid Fooling Yourself (Part 2)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Jan 20, 2001

Once we receive the Word implanted, we need to be intentional to do three things. We need to look at it intently. We need to abide by it continually. And we need to respond to it effectively.

How To Avoid Fooling Yourself (Part 2) James 1:22-25 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church January 21, 2001 Introduction: In our first look at how we can avoid fooling ourselves about our spiritual condition, we considered how getting control of our anger, getting rid of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: *other

The Da Vinci Code - Can We Trust The Bible Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 8, 2006

If we are going to base our life and eternal destiny on the bible, then we need to know that we can trust it.

Can We Trust The Bible? Breaking The Da Vinci Code -2 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. – 2 Timothy 3:16,17 Above all, you must understand that no ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Dreams Come True Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 15, 2006

Daniel, the power of prayer, and the interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar’s dream.

INTRODUCTION Last week, I preached on the first chapter of Daniel, talked about “The Daniel Diet.” And it was a message about moral purity, especially for our teenagers to make the right choice. While Daniel’s friends were required to eat the king’s rich food and drink the wine, Daniel said, “No, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Confession Is Good For The Soul Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 15, 2006

How we can learn some important principles about prayer by examining Daniel’s prayer of confession and repentance.

INTRODUCTION If you have suffered a little brain strain from the past couple of weeks of diving deeply into the prophetic meanings of Lions, Bears, Rams and Goats (most of them with strange horns growing everywhere), we have a break today. We are going to focus on prayer. This is a prayer of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-23, Daniel 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Study In Revelation 21 Details Of The Seventh Trumpet Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 2, 2009

Much of the information came from Jerry Shirley"s message "God's Heavenly Warriors" and "The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible" as a guide. Some of the check boxes and underlined blanks may be missing from the study notes that are includ

STUDY IN REVELATION 21 The Seventh Trumpet in detail [Part 1] The Struggle Behind the Great Tribulation Rev. 12: 6-17 We have been given a behind the scenes view of the spiritual conflict, which is behind the evil of this world. We see how the dragon, the devil, is out to hurt and break the heart ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:6-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Compassion Of Yhwh Series

Contributed by Leonard Cook on Feb 19, 2013

YHWH as He really is. . . “a gracious and compassionate God, slow to anger and abounding in love, a God who relents from sending calamity.” (Jonah 4:2b). Please see resources for background information on Jonah.

The Compassion of YHWH (Jonah 3:4-4:11) The City Believed 3:4-5 4 On the first day, Jonah started into the city. He proclaimed: "Forty more days and Nineveh will be overturned." 5 The Ninevites believed God. They declared a fast, and all of them, from the greatest to the least, put on sackcloth. ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Discipline That Is Consistent Series

Contributed by Dave Stone on Jun 19, 2013

The parent who balances love and discipline without compromising either produces well-adjusted kids who maintain a positive relationship with Mom and Dad.

We are looking at the building blocks of faithful families in our series; and this week we’re gonna look at the topic of discipline. About twenty some years ago when Beth and I were just starting on this journey called parenting, we hosted a family conference here at Southeast that was very ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The World Turned Upside Down Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 13, 2020

Today, we will see the origin of the Jewish feast of Purim and how it points to our ultimate deliverance from sin on the cross.

For Such a Time as This: The World Turns Upside Down Esther 9-10 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 9-13-2020 Review [Star Wars clip]. Luke’s cries of joy make sense when you understand that there was nothing that they could do to save themselves. It’s what happens when you are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Have Heard It Said... (Anger, Lust) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 13, 2022

Jesus gets to the root of murder and adultery

“You Have Heard It Said…” (Anger and Lust) Matthew 5:21-30 NOW – I want to start off this morning with some words that Paul (under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit) penned to the church of Rome. GO AHEAD AND TURN – to Romans chapter 13, or follow along on the screen. Let no debt remain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ