Sermons on Canaan:

Farsighted Vigilance

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 13, 2021

Well, it was ‘blessing time’ for the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua points out why they deserve the blessings.

Lessons we learn from Joshua 22 …. Meditate JOSHUA 22 :1 - 34 a) BLESSING TIME b) TEACHING & WARNING c) A LARGE ALTAR d) PEACE Blessing time Joshua 22:8” Joshua said to them, "Return to your tents with great riches and with very much livestock, with silver, gold, bronze, iron, and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Conquering Our Mountains

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 17, 2022

In a spiritual sense, a mountain can represent any obstacle that stands in the way of victory. This message looks at how to overcome the obstacles and trials that are trying to pull us down into the valley of hardship and defeat below.

In the Christian walk we often refer to “entering the valley” and “having mountaintop experiences.” The valleys are the low points in our life, and those times in which we experience hardship and trials. King David said in Psalm 23:4, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:6-8, Joshua 14:9-12, Mark 11:22-24, Zechariah 4:6-7, Isaiah 40:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Guilty Conscience Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: GUILTY CONSCIENCE A. In our study of the Life of Joseph, 1. We have been looking at various PITS that Joseph has endured, and today we will see how he deals with his brothers “GUILTY CONSCIENCE”. 2. Joseph’s DREAMS of being a RULER have now come to pass after ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing In The Shadow Of The Man Of God

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

People need to stand with their Pastor!

EXO.17:9-13 "STANDING IN THE SHADOW OF THE MAN OF GOD" A) Israel had just crossed the Red Sea on a journey that should have taken from 11-14 days. * They should have been crossed over Jordan in Canaan Land and inherited the presence and promises of God! * A journey that should have taken less ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Does God Say When People Pray? (Part 1)

Contributed by James Wilson on Mar 2, 2001

How Does God Respond to Our Prayers?

What Does God Say When People Pray? (Part 1) I Kings 18:21 In I Kings 18, we encounter a group of the children of Israel who drifted away from a vital relationship with God. Their relationship was, well-- convenient, but it wasn’t genuine. While they were in the wilderness, they depended upon ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond A Shadow Of A Doubt

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Jul 10, 2002

We can know beyond a Shadow of a Doubt that God keeps His promises.

Have you ever been around someone you think you know really well, and suddenly they do something totally out of character? It may be something good or it may be something bad. If you’re married, you’ve no doubt had that happen! Or maybe we’ve stereotyped somebody and found out they’re nothing like ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Enter God's Rest Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 12, 2004

In spite of the fact that Jesus paid it all for us on the cross, people continue to struggle, trying to earn the Christian life. If that is your situation today, I plead with you to stop trying, and start trusting. Be diligent to enter into that rest.

HOW TO ENTER GOD’S REST Hebrews 4:11-16 "Let us therefore be diligent to enter that rest, lest anyone fall after the same example of disobedience." "Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Prison Of Discouragement

Contributed by David Dewitt on May 16, 2004

The fact is that discouragement and faith cannot and will not mix we will either have one or the other but not both.

The Prison of Discouragement Numbers13:26-14 May 16, 2004 Introduction The movie Toy Story has to be one of my favorite animated films. It’s a wonderful story about toys that come to life and have great adventures while no is watching. The two key characters are Woody a stuffed cowboy doll and ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

A Never Changing Promise

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Through God's promises to Abraham, we see how His promises never change.

Introductory Considerations 1. Tommy knew that his father kept his promises. And so when his father promised to buy him a new bike, he was excited. But he would have to wait a year - when he would turn 8 years old. Tommy couldn’t wait. He wanted to make sure his father wouldn’t forget and he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Losing Our Identity

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jan 7, 2006

Have you ever felt like you werent’ sure who you were in Christ? He is always with you no matter what you go through in life.

Losing Our Identity Genesis 42:5-10(N.A.S.) 5. So the sons of Israel came to buy grain among those who were coming, for the famine was in the land of Canaan also. 6. Now Joseph was the ruler over the land; He was the one who sold to all the people of the land. And Joseph’s brothers came and bowed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:5-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Letting God Be God In Death #4 Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003

At times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. This messgae deals with the Arrogance of High-Mindedness.

The premise I have been pursuing these precious Sundays in the preaching moment is simply this: At times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. That stubbornness is manifested in our Opting For Kadesh (Sacrilegious ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Give Me This Mountain

Contributed by Lee Henry on Jul 31, 2006

Caleb is presented as an example we should follow if we expect to receive our eternal inheritance.

Give Me This Mountain Joshua 14:6-12 Introduction: Israel has entered the promised land of Canaan and conquered it. Joshua chapter 13-14 lays out how the land was divided among the tribes. In Joshua 14:6 then we see Caleb coming before Joshua with a request. His request recorded in vs. 12 is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Smackdown! The Trickster Vs. The Hipster Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 14, 2006

In this strange wrestling match between Jacob and God, friends struggle with one another and the weaker overcomes the stronger. Find out how God used this wrestling match to help Jacob mature in his faith.

Although I don’t watch pro-wrestling (my parents didn’t allow it lest I practice “piledrivers” on my little sister), I do get a kick out of the wrestlers’ names. There’s Junkyard Dog, Johnny Nitro, The Boogeyman, and The Big Show just to name a few. On our final episode of “Jake TV,” we’ll witness ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Journey – Land Of Blessing Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Sep 30, 2005

God wants us to move with Him into The Land of Blessing. See also Destination - Land of Blessing.

The Journey – Land of Blessing Deut. 1:6-7 "The LORD our God spoke to us in Horeb, saying: ’You have dwelt long enough at this mountain. Turn and take your journey, and go to the mountains of the Amorites, to all the neighboring places in the plain, in the mountains and in the lowland, in the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Provides Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

God provides for Israel in the Wildenness

Big Question - Who do you trust? Care - Provision, Protection Choose the wrong one and you will be sorry Protect the wrong thing and you will be sorry Matt. 10:28 Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but can’t kill the soul. Instead, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational