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Proverbs 27 - Godly Instructions Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 13, 2015

This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 27.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty Seven We will now look at chapter twenty seven. 1 Do not boast about tomorrow, For you do not know what a day may bring forth. Proverbs 27:1 (NASB) Don't go bragging about what you are going to do tomorrow for, in reality, you really don't know what is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:1-27, Proverbs 27:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Winsome Church

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on May 28, 2015

A winsome church does God's work God's way for the sake of God's world.

THE WALL STREET JOURNAL recently published a report indicating that “the U.S. now has a bigger share of people who don’t identify with any religion than those who do. In the last seven years, the number of people unaffiliated with either Roman Catholic or mainline Protestant churches ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is Failure Really Not An Option?

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jan 31, 2013

In our failures, Jesus draws us closer to Him and is always there when we need Him.

Is Failure Really Not An option? Matthew 26:31-35 Intro: Failure is not an option. I’m sure you have heard the phrase. That phrase is linked to NASA and their space program. It originated when the makers of a documentary interviewed NASA officials about the problems that arose out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Say, "I Am A Youth!”

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 15, 2022

This message looks at a teenager who was called by God. Jeremiah was like any other youth; no different than teenagers today. But the Lord was able to use him in an amazing way! God wants even those who are young to serve Him.

I would like to begin our message with a short account concerning a great evangelist in recent church history. “Dwight L. Moody was once asked, ‘How many converts did you have last night?’ Moody answered, ‘Two and one half.’ The other person said, ‘Two adults and a child?’ ‘No,’ Moody replied. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

Journey Through Acts (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 16, 2024

In Acts 3, the healing of a beggar leads to a homily by Peter, which leads to harassment from the religious leaders.

The Journey: Following Jesus through Acts (3) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 3 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/9/2017 If you were with us the last couple weeks, you know we began a ten-week journey through the book of Acts. The very first followers of Jesus weren’t what you might expect. ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Real Superhero

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Apr 26, 2024

A superhero is one who can defeat evil enemies and protect those who need it. That describes what Jesus has done for us when He died in our place on the cross and then showed His power by rising from the dead. Psalm 110 prophesied that He would come as a superhero.

Alba 4-28-2024 THE REAL SUPER HERO Psalm 110 Today, we are going to look at Psalm 110. It is a Messianic Psalm, meaning that it refers to the promised Messiah, Jesus Christ. It is a Psalm of David and here is what it says: 1 The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand, Till I make Your ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bible, The Ultimate Story Series

Contributed by Jed Smith on Dec 20, 2021

Here at Heaven on High, we believe the Bible is God's word and we should read and study it. 2 Timothy 3:16 "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness,"

Before we begin , we need to overview plot diagram. Exposition= The beginning of a story, Indicating event= The event that introduces the conflict. Rising Action= The events that the hero tries to solve our conflict Climax= The most exciting part of a story, the turning point Falling Action= the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You A Water Bailer, Or Storm Stopper?

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 26, 2016

Christians & the Church are destined for storms. Storms give us the opportunity to grow and to partner with God for a miracle. We can be water bailers, or storm stoppers! Regardless, we have Jesus as our resource. Lean on Him!

WATER BAILERS OR STORM STOPPERS? Mark 4:35-41 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: VINNIE’S BEALTED FATHER’S DAY GIFT 1. An old Italian man lived alone outside the city of Chicago. He wanted to dig his tomato garden, but it was too hard of work for him. 2. His only son, Vinnie, who used to help ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Aaron's Rod Is Turned Into A Serpent Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 13, 2022

The Apostle Paul (2Timothy 3:6), spoke of two magicians as the notable opponents of Moses and called them "Jannes and Jambres." (See the Tar-gums of Jerusalem and Jonathan.)

Aaron's Rod Is Turned Into A Serpent Exodus 7:11-12 11. Then Pharaoh also called the wise men[4] and the sorcerers [3]: now the magicians of Egypt[2], they also did in like manner[5] with their enchantments[1]. Magic was practiced in Egypt, and they consisted of the arrangement and employment ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Whose Fault Is It?

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 17, 2025

John 19

WHOSE FAULT IS IT? (JOHN 19:1-15) In the days of the Civil War, it was illegal to trade in cotton; but many unscrupulous speculators tried to buy cotton in the South, run it through the Union lines, and sell it at great profit in the North. One of these speculators approached a Mississippi ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Faith Comes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

This sermon explores the role of God's Word in nurturing faith, the pitfalls of faithlessness, and how faith fulfills God's pleasure.

Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this sacred space where we gather in unity and love to seek God's wisdom and understanding. It is indeed a joy to be in your presence, and I trust that you feel the same. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the invisible ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Topics: God, Faith

Fully Investing In Your Discipleship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the deep commitment, challenges, and joy inherent in Christian discipleship, urging believers to live radically transformed lives oriented towards Christ.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering, this sweet communion of brothers and sisters in Christ. Our hearts are brimming with joy and our souls are thirsting for the living water of God's Word. We are gathered here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-24

Topics: Discipleship

Measure Upon Measure – Death – The Restoration Of God - Part 9 (Section 1) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 5, 2025

In this fifth consequence of Adam’s sin which is death, we take a comprehensive look into what death means and examine all aspects. There are 5 sections in this and section 1 opens the subject up with a good look at the Garden of Eden and the entry of sin through Adam and Eve.

MEASURE UPON MEASURE – DEATH – THE RESTORATION OF GOD - Part 9 (Section 1) CHAPTER 5 - THE FIFTH CONSEQUENCE In this fifth consequence, because it is the longest, and probably the most important, it is difficult to break it into sections. I have done that but it ended up with some sections ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:45-47, Genesis 2:17, Psalm 51:5, Romans 3:23, Romans 5:12, Ephesians 2:1-3, Genesis 3:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Flood Theology Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2017

Is there proof of Noah's flood, and should it matter to us whether it actually happened?

OPEN: I love to read magazines like National Geographic and The Smithsonian and Popular Science (often just for the illustrations I can find there). But I have especially enjoyed Popular Science. About 3 years ago I stumbled across the question and answer section of Popular Science where people can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where The Battle Of Faith Is Waged

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Sep 17, 2002

A message challenging Christians to move beyond believing faith to "keeping the Faith". This sermon challenges the believer to grow in their Christian Faith.

Where the Battle of Faith is Waged Pastor Glenn Newton 2-20-00 Text: Hebrews 10:35 - 11:2 “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. For in just a very little ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene