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The Blessed Man

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Sep 26, 2020

An exposition of Psalm 1.

Title: The Blessed Man Scripture: Psalm 1 Type: Series Where: GNBC 9-27-20 Intro: After getting out of the Army, my father went to college. One of the jobs he worked while in college was construction, helping to build a golf course. On a certain planned fairway there stood a massive tree, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Two Paths

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Aug 13, 2024

Introduction to Psalms and a choice with two paths in life

The Two Paths Psalm 1 Good morning. Most of us here this morning, have heard of the metaphor, a "Fork in the road". Of course, while driving there are actual forks in the road, where one road splits into two. The metaphor of a "Fork in the road" can refer to a time when someone ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man Who Is Blessed

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003

To note how one may be a man who is blessed by doing good and avoiding evil.

The Man who is Blessed Text: Psalm One Thesis: To note how one may be a man who is blessed by doing good and avoiding evil. Introduction: (1) Psalm 1 is thought to be an introduction to the whole book of Psalms. (a) “The first psalm sets the tone for the entire Psalter because of its concern ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You've Fallen...but You Can Get Up! - Backsliding

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 11, 2006

The best of men are men at best. Peter backslid, as do all of us. But God can help us to "Fail Forward." Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

You’ve Fallen…But You CAN Get Up! Luke 22:54-62 INTRODUCTION: Faith Healer: on platform at coliseum, said, I have faith that 2 people will be healed…where are you? A man ran down the aisle, named Harry [w/ lisp]. Asked what his ailment was, he replied, I can’t talk wite [right]. He was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Baptist

Pathway To The Blessed Life

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 13, 2021

From the pursuit of education, career, spouses, children, possessions, and all, we all aspired to enter a life experience in which we live happily ever after! That is the aspiration upon which this great republic was formed. The Psamist shows the way!

Sermon - Pathway to the Blessed Life Psalm 1 “Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. 2 But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. 3 They are like trees planted along the riverbank, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, Genesis 1:27-31, Jeremiah 17:7, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Methodist

Only Two Ways To Live

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 8, 2017

In Psalms 1 Christians are invited to examine the choices they have made so that they might answer a crucial question: am I living on the path that imitates the wicked ways of this world or the path that is faithful and obedient to God?

ONLY TWO WAYS TO LIVE Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Psalms 1 Ever before the Christian is a choice between two distinct and very different ways to live one’s life. Psalms 1 is a magnificent gateway to the extraordinary ancient collection of Hebrew religious verses of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Classes Of People

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

A Comparison of the Saved and Lost

TWO CLASSES OF PEOPLE -- PSALM 1 Introduction to Psalms: The Hebrew word for Psalms means “praise” or “hymns. ” This book was the National hymnbook for the Israelites. It has been called the heart of the Bible.” Martin Luther called it “The Little Bible. ” It has also been called “The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

John's Portrait Of Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 21, 2003

A message about the coming Messiah from John’s perspective.

JOHN’S PORTRAIT OF CHRIST Luke 1:14-66; John 1:1-29 INTRO: ILLUS: One of the most impressive things about the Mormon tabernacle is its wonderful acoustics. It’s reported that a pin dropped in the front can be heard in the back, without amplification. The 400 years between the O.T. and the N.T. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:14-66, John 1:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming An Authentic Christian

Contributed by Ponce Brown on Oct 5, 2001

Encouraging Christian committment

Becoming An Authentic Christian “Growing together towards Christian maturity…” Matthew 3: 1-12 1 In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judaea, 2 And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. 3 For this is he that was spoken of by the prophet Esaias, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You An Oak Tree Or Grass Clippins

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 18, 2005

The sermon shows how to make your life count for God.

ARE YOU AN OAK TREE OR GRASS CLIPPINGS? PSALM 1 READ PS 1 I. DO YOU WANT YOUR LIFE TO BE LIKE A STRONG, VIBRANT OAK TREE OR LIKE GRASS CLIPPINGS BLOWN AWAY BY THE BLOWER? When all is said and done—your body is in the grave 1. Do you want your life to have been like a strong, healthy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-8

All In

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 10, 2019

A study in the book of Psalms 1

Psalm 1: 1 - 6 All In 1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and in His law he meditates day and night. 3 He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Baptism By Fire

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Apr 28, 2023

Fire is a fierce, frightening force and we do not usually associate it with Jesus. However, this message shows how Jesus came bringing what John the Baptist calls an “unquenchable fire,” referring to God's judgement.

A teenager walked into the local Catholic church and sat down in the confessional booth. He wanted to talk about how strict his mother had been with discipline, as he was seeking a sympathetic ear. The session began with the priest asking, “What would you like to confess, my son?” The young man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessed Father

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 19, 2005

There is no way to fully describe the impact that Godly fathers can have on their children or on their church

The Blessed Father Psalm 1:1-6 June 19, 2005 Morning Service Introduction Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers here this morning! How many of you have seen Star Wars III? All of the Star Wars movies center around the life of one main character, Anakin Skywalker. Episode three tells the story ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Glory By The River Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010

Glory by the river (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 3 verses 1-18. Quote: R.C. Sproul (the American author, theologian and pastor): “The soul is lifted up by the contemplation of the glory of God and of his only begotten Son” “It is Christ in his glory who is the object of our worship and adoration. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-18

Denomination: Brethren

Two On Trial

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 7, 2008

Passion Week: A careful examination of the text reveals there were really 2 people being tried. Not only Jesus, but also Peter. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Two on Trial Matthew 26:57-75 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/TwoOnTrial.html There were 2 phases to Jesus’ kangaroo court. There was the religious phase where He stood before Jewish religious leaders, and then there was the civil phase where He stood before Roman government leaders. But a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-75

Denomination: Baptist