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Unbelievers Need Every Christian To... Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jun 22, 2022

What we learn from Scripture that every unbeliever needs from a Christian

Introduction Last week as we began chapter 5 of Daniel, we were introduced to Belshazzar, King Nebuchadnezzar’s grandson, who along with his father assumed the throne as co-kings of Babylonian. This means that sometime has passed from the end of Chapter 4 to Chapter 5 and some major things have ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is Present Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 9, 2022

In Ezekiel 48:34 we find a compound name of God. Jehovah-Shammah. The Lord is there. The Lord is present. The intimacy of the relationship between God and man is expressed in this name.

It was freezing cold outside and the furnace was broken. The repairman was called, and the furnace was fixed. It was an easy fix for the furnace repairman. The blowers were working but the fire was out. Once the fire was relit the furnace was working fine. Without living in the presence of God, as ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 48:35

Denomination: Baptist

The Results Of The First Church’s Persecution Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 4, 2024

The 1st church scattered under persecution – but they were not defeated – nor were they afraid! They had a drive to proclaim what Jesus had done outside their safe place, exactly as Jesus said they would.

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 10 The Results of the First Church’s Persecution Acts 8:1-25 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) No Wed night for adults this week – resuming Mar 13th! (Ecclesiastes) Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis 39

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 16, 2022

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1 Now Joseph had been taken down to Egypt; and Potiphar, an Egyptian officer of Pharaoh, the captain of the bodyguard, bought him from the Ishmaelites, who had taken him down there. 2 The LORD was with Joseph, so he became a successful man. This should encourage us, since he was in ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Embracing God’s Promise Of Hope Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 15, 2022

The Lord gives us remedy for doubts that creep in about His ability to help or His concern to help when we are in a great crisis. God addresses His people, those redeemed by his grace to look away from their crisis (and doubts about Him) and embrace the facts about Him and the Hope they bring.

Sermon: Embracing God’s Promise of Hope Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31 “O Jacob, how can you say the Lord does not see your troubles? O Israel, how can you say God ignores your rights? 28 Have you never heard? Have you never understood? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of all the earth. He ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Methodist

Days Of The Holy Spirit And Deception.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 28, 2020

Verse 2 of Isaiah 60, gives the reader more of a grip about the time and season of this glorious light. It will be in a day and time of great darkness, and a deep darkness among the people.

Days Of The Holy Spirit and Deception. Isaiah 60:1-2NKJV Glynda Lomax wrote, I live in Arkansas. I love when autumn comes and fall leaves drift down on autumn breezes. But in Arkansas, you have to be careful about those leaves on the ground because some of them conceal serpents. There are lots of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-2, Jude 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Advent 2021 - Christmas Sunday - Pointing Fingers

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 18, 2021

Is it OK to point literally or figuratively? There is a lot of pointing going on in the nativity story, the Gospels, the rest of the New Testament and in the Old Testament. What is the pointing all about? It's all about Jesus!

Christmas Sunday - Pointing Fingers Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Job 19:25-27 “I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end He will stand on the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see Him with my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-21, Daniel 9:25-26, Isaiah 7:14, 2 Corinthians 5:20, 2 Thessalonians 1:12, Matthew 2:20, Matthew 2:13, Luke 2:10, Luke 1:30-32, John 1:29, Luke 1:5-17, Acts 1:8, Isaiah 9:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Life Line (2018, Fifth Sunday Of Easter)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 28, 2021

Sin is perhaps the biggest of the obstacles because it is connected with all of the other obstacles in our lives that hinder God’s will. Sin has many forms and formats that make deadwood in our lives, but sin has one purpose and that is our destruction.

THE LIFE LINE Text: John 15:1- 8 Just recently my daughter Lilly looked at the bushes of the parsonage that had been trimmed back. She expressed her concern that the bushes might not grow back. I assured her that that the pruning that had taken place was good for the bushes because ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Overcoming Temptation

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 21, 2024

This message evaluates the three temptations of Jesus and how He overcame them.

Title: The Temptation of Jesus Theme: Learning to say no to temptation. Text: Luke 4:1 - 13 Opening Scripture Luke 4:1-13 Then Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into* the wilderness, (2) being tempted for forty days by the devil. And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, Galatians 5:16-18, 1 John 2:16

Denomination: Church Of God

Alive In Christ Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 29, 2024

Based on Colossians 2:6-15 - Shows hearers the evidence of being alive in Christ.

“ALIVE IN CHRIST” Colossians 2:6-15 FBCF – 7/28/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – What does it mean to be a Christian? Being a Christian is more than just praying a prayer at some point in your life. It’s more than a one-time decision. It’s more than filling out a card at the end of a church service. The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon: "Laboring For Unity In A Divided World”

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 20, 2025

Ephesians 4 describes both the unity of believers and the new hope which Christians have in Jesus. Paul appeals to Christians to live in a way which reflects the grace we've been given by God.

Sermon: “Laboring For Unity in a Divided World” Scripture Lesson: Ephesians 4:3-13 ‘Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-13, Psalm 133:1-3, Joshua 5:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Look I Am Doing A New Thing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2023

To encourage the church to embrace change, move forward with urgency, and not get stuck in traditions, trusting in God's plan even when it doesn't make immediate sense.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a message that's all about embracing change, moving forward with urgency, and not getting stuck in our traditions. Change can be scary, can't it? It can feel uncomfortable and even threatening. But the truth is, change is a part of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Topics: Moving Forward, Urgency

The Great Day Of The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon explores God's passionate commitment to His people, promising restoration, joy, and blessings, as revealed in the book of Zephaniah. Key

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather together, to find ourselves in the comforting embrace of fellowship and the shared pursuit of understanding God's Word. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here because there is a message, a divine whisper that is meant ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:9-20

Topics: Joy, Blessed

Behold My Servant PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' baptism, our rebirth through water and spirit, and our mission to spread the Gospel to the world.

Good morning, beloved family of faith. It's a joy to gather together today, nestled in the warmth of our shared belief, united in our love for our Savior. We're here to reflect upon the miraculous, the divine, the transformative. We're here to consider the baptism of Jesus, the birth of our new ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Mark 1:7-11

Topics: Living As Christ

Hindrances To Worship Series

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 24, 2001

Why is our worship sometimes hindered

A Worship—Filled Life Part 4 Hindrances to Worship Pastor Jeff Seaman Hosea 4:6 My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge. (NIV) SIX HINDRANCES TO WORSHIP 1. PRIDE is a hindrance you must overcome to be a true worshiper. Luke 9:26 26 If anyone is ashamed of me and my words, the Son of Man ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal