Sermons on Breaking Free From Python:

From Stressing To Blessing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explores the themes of God as our Shepherd, the path of peace He provides, and the blessing of contentment that comes from resting in His care, as depicted in Psalm 23.

Good morning, church family. Today we gather to explore one of the most beloved psalms in the Bible, Psalm 23. This comforting passage has been a beacon of light to countless individuals, reminding us of God's profound love and care. As Max Lucado once said, "God is the Shepherd who guides, the ...read more

Topics: Stress, Worry, Anxiety

Living On The East Side Of Jordan

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 12, 2007

God did not allow Moses to lead his people into the Promised Land because of the sin of disrespect of God. Many people allow sin in their life to restrict them from God’s promises of blessing.

How would you like to be remembered? Chances are, one of these days, unless the Lord returns soon, someone will have the task to write an obituary for you. In a seminary class, on "Pastoral Care of Grieving Persons," Dr. Dickens instructed us to write our own obituaries. What would you say about ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

O What Tangled Web We Weave Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Oct 24, 2006

Using David as an example of how sin separates us from God and others, destroying our life in the process.

Through the summer we have been looking at the life of David. We have seen how God chose this unlikely boy to be the next king because he had a heart for God. As a teenager David stepped out in faith to kill Goliath against all odds, he faithfully served under a king who tried to kill him. For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Methodist

God Will Drain The Swamp (James 5:1-11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 9, 2022

James encourages us, that the day of the Lord is coming, and God will free us from our oppressors-- from the swamp.

The past three weeks, we've focused on James 4. The central, overriding idea in this chapter is that God expects his people to have whole-hearted commitment to himself. We have to choose between friendship with God, and friendship with the world. We can't try to have it both ways. God ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-11

Marriage And Divorce Questions Answered Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 13, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 10: 1 – 12

Mark 10: 1 – 12 Marriage and Divorce Questions Answered Then He arose from there and came to the region of Judea by the other side of the Jordan. And multitudes gathered to Him again, and as He was accustomed, He taught them again. 2 The Pharisees came and asked Him, “Is it lawful for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:1-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Lessons From The Shepherds

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 27, 2007

The Story and Application of the Birth of Jesus with the Shepherds as models of application

Lessons From The Shepherds Luke 2:1-20 * It was during the time when the Roman Empire had stretched her tentacles as far as possible to even absorb the country of Judah when Caesar Augustus decided to take a “census” of the people under his control. He wanted them counted, registered, and by the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

From Trials To Trust

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 31, 2007

Trials play an important part in our walk of faith, as well as our knowledge of the character and faithfulness of God. Only as we learn to look to Him in faith and confidence can we hope to have our needs met.

From Trials To Trust Text: II Kings 4: 1-7 Intro: Let’s be honest this morning. There’s not one person here that has not had to endure some trials of some sort. Trials seem to be an integral part of life that cannot be bypassed. We all face them, perhaps some more than others. But for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

From Frustration To Fullness

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Sep 20, 2007

Before the Day of Pentecost, the disciples were frustrated that they could not cast the demonic spirits out of a boy. The Holy Spirit took them from frustration to fullness.

From Frustration to Fullness By: Pastor Donny Granberry Galatians 5:1-7 1 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. 4 You who are trying to be justified by law have been alienated from Christ; you have fallen ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Restored From Brokenness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the power of God's mercy and restoration, as exemplified in the story of Jesus forgiving and not condemning a woman caught in adultery.

Good morning, church family. It’s so wonderful to see everyone today. You know, I’ve been pondering a lot lately on the power of restoration and the mercy of Jesus. It’s amazing how God can take our brokenness and make us whole again. This morning, we will delve into the story of a woman who ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Topics: Restoration

Back From The Dead

Contributed by Lynn Malone on May 18, 2005

What are the marks of a church that is alive?

Back From the Dead Acts 2:42-47 June 6, 2004 We are a church that is alive, and that excites me. We are in an enviable position in Benton. We have caught the embersI am familiar with so many little churches in our own and other denominations that are lamenting their fall upon hard times. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

Learning From Opposition Series

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Aug 5, 2001

what can we learn when we face opposition & problems

REBUILBING YOUR WALLS Part 2 “LEARNING FROM OPPOSITION Part” Nehemiah 4 Pastor Jeff Seaman Have you ever had one of those weeks that everything went wrong that could go wrong? This has been one of those weeks for me. I have started this week on a new job so that we can put more money back into the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From Leah

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Nov 18, 2002

By examining the experiences of Leah, the modern church need to learn three basic lessons in order to better minister to people needs.

Lessons from Leah Genesis 29:31-35 The best teacher is Experience. When nothing else can teach us some of life’s most important questions, Experience can. We should learn from our own experiences, Experience is the best teacher. The lessons we learn from experience we seldom forget. If a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

From Control To Connection Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

What type of relationship does God want to have with you? God desires you to become His friend.

Last week… One of the most important questions that we can consider in our lives is that of what kind of relationship we are having with God. If our lives are part of something intended… then nothing matters more than considering our relationship to the great Intender. .. that which transcends our ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Bitterness To Blessedness Series

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Dec 2, 2004

Christmas: The flip-side of life’s bitter experiences. Or God’s answer to our failures.

Christmas time—the holiday season—should be a time of love, joy, and fellowship… a time of celebration and anticipation. But for all too many it’s a time of reflection on past failures… on broken dreams… on emptiness… on missed opportunities. For those who rejoice, they have taken God’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:17-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Disharmoney To A Gift Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 6, 2013

Levi changed his name to Matthew in his Gospel to reflect his heart change.

Last week we talked about the man who came through the roof with the help of his friends. Remember Jesus was more concerned about his spiritual healing than a physical healing. While his friends expected a physical, healing Jesus instead forgave his sins. It was after the religious people got upset ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Foursquare