Sermons on Celebrate Jesus:

Ziklag-Pressed Down

Contributed by Anthony Stander on Sep 1, 2021

We come to a time when the great David was backslid and discouraged. How many of you know that even great men can fall or succumb to depression?

ZIKLAG- Pressed down 1 Samuel 30:1 Now it happened, when David and his men came to Ziklag, on the third day, that the Amalekites had invaded the South and Ziklag, attacked Ziklag and burned it with fire, We come to a time when the great David was backslid and discouraged. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1

Lessons To Remember Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Sep 20, 2021

Great life lessons are taught by the Book of Ruth which are of eternal value for each of us and those we love

Presenting messages on the Book of Ruth has been such an encouraging exercise, and such a short one, it has been hard to leave it behind. So, I’ve decided not to, at least just yet. We’ve covered the text of Ruth in four messages, and this morning we will take a fifth to review this subject of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:13-17, Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Galatians 6:7-8, Romans 11:22, Deuteronomy 7:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

The Two Trees

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 15, 2022

Dealing with the tree of knowledge and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. What is the difference?

The Two Trees Theme: To show that there are two trees we chose from: 1) tree of life or 2) tree of the knowledge of good and evil. What is the difference? Text: Genesis 1 - 3 Genesis 2:4-9 This is the history [3] of the heavens and the earth when they were created, in the day that the Lord God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

How Is Your Hearing?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 15, 2022

I guess one of the biggest frustrations that parents have, is when they talk to their children and they either don't hear, or choose not to hear what the parents have to say.

Illus: One woman’s three year old daughter, Beverly, was playing with her toys. Her mother, who was folding laundry across the room, noticed Beverly's shirt was dirty and needed to be changed. After calling two times with no response, her mother gave her the full three name call: "Beverly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Endeavoring To Keep The Unity

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

“The nearest thing to heaven on this earth is a church full of people who love the Lord, and each other.” I believe we all will concur with that statement.

The Psalmist must have also felt this way, because he said in Psalm 133:1, “How good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” But if it is true that a church full of people who love the Lord and each other is the nearest thing to heaven on this earth, it must also be true ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Excuses

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

In all areas of our life, we can not help but notice that some folks are better at doing some things than others are.

For example, this is certainly true, when it comes to: • Sports • Academics • Cooking • Building • Teaching • Saving money Sad to say, but this is also true when it comes to lying. Some are much better at telling lies than others are. Some people lie so much, that you know they are lying if their ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

What Will It Take? (1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

The title of this sermon is, “WHAT WILL IT TAKE?” You are probably wondering what direction I plan to take in a sermon with such a title.

I want to show you by asking a question, “WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO GET YOU TO LOVE GOD AND SERVE HIM AS YOU SHOULD?” Illus: When I think of this question, I think of the atheist school teacher who was thinking, “WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO CONVERT THIS CLASS OF YOUNG BOYS AND GIRLS OVER TO ATHEISM?” She ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Depression

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

WHY IS THERE SO MUCH DEPRESSION?

It could be because… Illus: A teacher said to her students, "Boys and girls, there is a wonderful example in the life of the ant. Every day the ant goes to work and works hard all day. And at the close of the day, what happens?" Little Johnny said, "SOMEONE STEPS ON ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Tale Of Two Fathers (Father’s Day)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 18, 2022

Abraham and Lot were both saved men, but Lot was like many of the fathers today. The way Lot lived his life, it is difficult to believe he was saved.

Abram had been accompanied by Lot in all his wanderings. But a separation must take place between them. Abram and his seed were to be kept distinct from all other races, as from him the promised Messiah was to spring. This also was brought about by what seemed a series of natural circumstances, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Qualifications For Overseers Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 19, 2022

1 Timothy 3:1-7 shows us the qualifications for overseers.

Scripture In chapter 1, Paul wrote about the importance of doctrine. In chapter 2, he wrote about the proper conduct in public worship. And in chapter 3, he wrote about the qualifications for church officers. Paul began chapter 3 with these words, “The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Managing Money God's Way: Saving Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 19, 2022

What does the Bible have to say about saving money? Surprizingly, much! Using the tale of Joseph as the backdrop, we discover that saving money God's way is practical, planned, and profitable.

Managing Money God’s Way: Saving Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/2/16 Last Sunday I began a short three-part series about Managing Money God’s Way. Like I said last week, the number one key when it comes to managing your money is acknowledging that it’s not your money—it’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:33-36, Proverbs 13:22, Genesis 41:33-49

Denomination: Christian Church

Waiting On God's Strength

Contributed by Claude White on Aug 15, 2023

In our faith journey, we often face weariness, doubt, and discouragement. We may feel as if our strength is failing, and the challenges before us seem insurmountable. But amid these struggles, Isaiah reminds us that God is always near, ready to renew our strength and empower us to overcome.

Waiting on God's Strength ? Isaiah 40:27–31 (ESV) ? 27 Why do you say, O Jacob, and speak, O Israel, "My way is hidden from the Lord, and my right is disregarded by my God"? 28 Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Bowls Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 21, 2023

Study #6: The last seven judgements are poured out on unbelievers during the last half of the Tribulation. The drying up of the Euphrates, the kings from the east, Armageddon, the splitting of the Mount of Olives, and the Millennial Reign are all discussed.

NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. In this session, we will look at the Seven Bowls or vials. You should be aware that they are sometimes called the “seven plagues,” for just a few verses earlier, in Revelation 15:6, we read, “And out ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

When Jack Daniels Met John 3:16

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 21, 2022

We look at the disastrous effects of alcohol, at wine use in the early church, and the nine reasons Christians shouldn’t drink.

WHEN JACK DANIELS MET JOHN 3:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR A mother was assisting her elementary school son on his project for the science fair. The subject of his project was, "The Harmful Effects Of Alcohol." The mother, who had never taken a drink of alcohol in her life, nervously went ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:29-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where Is Your Trust 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 27, 2022

Introduction: This verse of scripture talks about trust.

Do you realize how much trust is a part of our life each day? • Every time we flip a light switch, we trust that the light will come on • Every time we place the key in the ignition of our car and turn it, we expect the car to start • Every time we sit in a chair, we expect it to support us Every ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7

Denomination: Baptist