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Good News Through Tough Times Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 5, 2017

The Spirit descended upon the prophet Isaiah and empowered him to bring good news to the captives, proclaim liberty and announce God's everlasting covenant.

Introduction As we prepare for the future--for the birth of the Christ Child and the arrival of the King of kings--we once again glance to the past. Today's text directs our attention to the exiles. The Exodus out of slavery in Egypt through the wilderness to the Promised Land and the Exile to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith And Works

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 27, 2018

Understanding what "Faith without Works is Dead" really means.

Mid-week Message/Devotion James 2:14-26 3rd in a series FAITH and WORKS We talk about our prayer list quite a bit, don’t we? Intercessory Prayer demands strong faith. Otherwise, why are we praying at all? When we cannot respond to the hurting needs of others, we can always pray. Do we pray ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Live In-Between #8 Celebrate The Person Not The Production Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Apr 19, 2017

In living for God we must make sure we do not become distracted with unneccary details. We must keep our focus on God.

I Will Live In-Between #8 Celebrate the Person Not the Production (Luke 9:28-36) ~ Intro: Have you ever wondered what famous people are like in private as compared to their public persona. My seeing Jerry Lewis… 1. The only way to see/know the true Jesus is through prayer.(vrs 28-31) • Prayer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Forget Him!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 18, 2012

NEVER FORGET YOUR GOD!

Do not forget HIM! Deuteronomy 6: 12 “ then beware, lest you forget the LORD who brought you out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage.” The popular pop singer, Usha Uthup was in an elevator in the New York hotel in Manhattan when it stopped moving on the 22nd floor. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Never Again Be Put To Shame!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 31, 2014

You will not be ashamed nor will you be disgraced for trusting Him! Can we say Amen?

Promise Word for 2015! Joel 2:27”You shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I am the LORD your God and there is none else. And my people shall never again be put to shame.” Wish you all a wonderful New Year! Here is the promise word for you: my people shall never again ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:15-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Helpers Of Joy

Contributed by Arlen Payne on May 13, 2020

Though written during the Corona virus outbreak, this message is good for most any time. It is meant to encourage people to pray and help each other.

Helpers of Joy 2 Corinthians 1:24 Intro. 2 Cor. 1:24 Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand. Paul is writing to the Church at Corinth to encourage them. - He said he did not come to control I this time of trouble, we should be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:24

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer Against Divorce

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 21, 2024

The divorce rate among Christians should be nearly zero instead of being equal to the unbelievers.

Mal 2:14 Yet ye say, Wherefore? Because the LORD hath been witness between thee and the wife of thy youth, against whom thou hast dealt treacherously: yet is she thy companion, and the wife of thy covenant. Mal 2:15 And did not he make one? Yet had he the residue of the spirit. And wherefore one? ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:14-16, Hosea 2:6-7, Matthew 19:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Best Is Reserved For You!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 23, 2024

Be humble, be simple and be content; allow God to bless you with the best rather than you grab the ‘worst things’ in life which would only get you into debts and sorrow. Beware!

Best is reserved for you! Isaiah 1:19”If you are willing and obedient, You shall eat the best of the land..” When we had to get some stuff typed and printed in telugu for the church and normally we get it done in an area little further away from our home, but suddenly a young lady walked to our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Charge Thee

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 17, 2022

These are difficult times for Christian service, full of sinfulness. So how can Christians live and work in such a volatile society?

I Charge Thee: What does it mean to be charged? I am not referring to a person using their credit card to make a purchase, nor am I referring to an assertion of blame or guilt. Paul made a charge to Timothy to do something. What Paul is referring to here is that Timothy was charged (entrusted) with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The New Creation Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Exploring the biblical description of the New Creation, our eternal home, and understanding how our lives now can impact our future in the New Creation.

Have you ever thought about what the future holds? I'm not talking about next week's math test or the upcoming school dance. I'm talking about the BIG future. The one that's way beyond high school, college, or even your first job. Today, we're going to dive into what the Bible says about our ...read more

Topics: Eternal Life, Heavenly Home, Spiritual Rebirth, Divine Creation

Making The Best Out Of Life

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 21, 2003

There are Biblical principles which can help us make life better.

INTRO.- ILL.- A man by the name of George owned an apartment complex and had just completed the exterior brick work on the 2nd floor. He had some bricks left over and was trying to decide the best way to get the load of bricks back down to the ground level without breaking them. He noticed a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Intentional #10-Sharing The Good News Of Jesus (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 31, 2003

Second message on witnessing - this one focusing on some practical helps.

Be Intentional #10 – Sharing the Good News (Part 2) 1 Peter 3:15-16 March 30, 2003 Introduction Two weeks ago we looked at the issue of sharing the good news, and we talked about 4 things we need to do on a foundational basis to be effective in telling others about Jesus. The first was that we ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:6, 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Undertaker Or Risk-Taker?

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003

Every good thing in our lives is a gift from God. We are all accountable for management of the resources God gave us: We either pass or fail.

Undertaker or Risk-Taker? Matthew 25:14-30 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Even though kids are small, that doesn’t mean they aren’t smart. Today’s children are smarter than any previous generation. Children in a Boston school system were asked to write down some of the wisdom they accumulated in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Take Your Show On The Road

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Feb 26, 2001

We know God has called us to show the love of Jesus to our community. Now, we discover how God calls us to take this show on the road!

An Anatomy of a Call A Reader’s Theater Rendering of Acts 8: 26-39 Reader 1 (A male voice) Reader 2 (A female voice) Reader 3 (A male voice) Reader 4 (A female voice) The Minstrel (MIN) Reader 1: Then an angel of the Lord spoke to Phillip. Reader 2: Go south to the road--the desert ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Price Of Truth

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

A willingness to speak the truth, even if that truth is not popular, is a great virtue.

One of my favorite stories is The Emperor's New Clothes. It is the tale about an Emperor who was swindled by a supposed tailor. The man claims to sew a new, special suit for the Emperor. It is special because only those who are wise will see the clothes, while those who are foolish will find them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist