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Baptism

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 19, 2015

In this message I brought all the children up close to the baptistery and allowed them to witness a baptism. Very effective.

This morning I want to invite all of the children 6th grade and younger to come and stand right up here. Because I want to talk to you today about baptism. Most of you have seen someone get baptized before but you probably haven’t seen it this close up. And I think the best way for me to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:12

Denomination: Baptist

True & False Conversion In Christ. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 21, 2024

I want to write to you about a crucial topic that is close to my heart is true and false conversion in Christ.

As followers of Jesus, it's essential to understand the difference between a genuine transformation and a superficial one. In Matthew 7:21-23, Jesus warns us, "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Matthew 7:21-23

The More A Man Has, The More A Man Wants

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 12, 2015

God created enough for everyone. We are called to put others above ourselves, especially the less fortunate in society.

Once there was a burglar who was caught and brought before a judge for trial. He was found guilty, and was asked by the judge if he had anything to say before he was sentenced. The burglar stated, “Well, you know, Your Honour, it’s like this. The more a man has, the more a man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-31

Denomination: Anglican

The Tenderness Of God - Philippians 2:1 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 23, 2022

Can you think of specific examples of Jesus' tenderness with you? Those memories are crucial for church life.

For an audio version of this sermon, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com Philippians 2:1 If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1

What Causes Fights & Quarrels? - James 4:1-3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 3, 2021

When we have flashes of anger or irritation, very often we find ourselves asking, “Where did that come from? Why did that bother me so much?” This message will answer that and show the way to refreshment of soul

James 4:1 What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? 2 You want something but don’t get it, so you kill. You covet, but you cannot have what you want. You quarrel and fight. You do not have, because you do not ask God. 3 When you ask, you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3

Full Strength Love

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 24, 2011

We must keep fervent in our love toward one another.

Full Strength Love May 22, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must keep fervent in our love toward one another. Focus Passage: I Peter 4:7-11 Supplemental Passage: But realize this, that in the last days difficult times will come. For men ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

What It Means To Be Walking With God....

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jul 11, 2009

Walking with God means reflecting who God is..... This means forgiving as God has forgiven us.

What does walking with God mean for you? Tim and Patricia had been married for 17 years. They were faithful members of the church. They went to church regularly, helped out where they could and were committed in helping their children learn about God. For most of the years they felt they walked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Honoring Our Leaders, Strengthening And Supporting Them Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Feb 22, 2022

Why do we belittle our visible leaders

Honoring our leaders, strengthening and supporting them This is to the sheep. The Christian congregations all over the world. Online, physical, house fellowships and other groups that meet in MY NAME. “I recognize your effort. I see your desperation. Your struggle to survive. But you lack ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:7

Fear Not (Sermon 1 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 4, 2024

We never be afraid of YHWH God or in this life because we have our God Who pulls back and empties Himself that He might be intimately close to us and we have our God Who leans close and is ever present with us. Grace upon grace.

CHRISTMAS 2024: FEAR NOT LUKE 2:8-21 # fearnot READ LUKE 2:8-21 (ESV) [person from the congregation reads] “And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trusting God's Wisdom Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Aug 30, 2021

We we return to God's ways according to God's wisdom and God's Word, God often begins to bless us immediately, as He did for Ruth and Naomi.

A couple of months ago as Jeanie and I were returning from visiting relatives in Southern California, we arrived in Reno at about noon. So we decided to visit our favorite fast-food restaurant, even though we knew the food wouldn’t be fast. The reason for it being slow food had nothing to do with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Acts 20:35, John 13:34-35, Hebrews 10:24-25, Micah 6:8, Leviticus 19:9-10, Leviticus 23:22, Matthew 1:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

When God Gets In Your Way

Contributed by Greg Tabor on Feb 7, 2010

Are you struggling with knowing God’s will? Are you frustrated over some closed doors? God wants you to trust Him. The doors He closes are for a reason and the doors He opens are the right ones for you to confidently walk through. Like Paul and his compan

When God Gets In Your Way 11/12/06 Pastor Greg Tabor Lighthouse Assembly of God Read Acts 15:36-16:10 This was Paul’s second missionary journey. The reason for this trip was to visit the churches that he and Barnabas planted on their first missionary journey. They also delivered to the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What To Do When You Don't Know What To Do Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 11, 2024

When life gets complicated, just follow God, believe God, and walk with God in the direction He leads.

Doug Lansky was a travel writer and photographer for many years during which he has collected photos of odd signs from around the world. Here are some samples: Here is a blue sign with white letters. It reads: “Pakistan-Narcotics Control Board Investigating Unit.” Notice what’s in front of the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:17-22, Exodus 14:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

In This War

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Aug 15, 2017

From the lesson of the victory that was fought and won by Moses' hands being held up by the aid of others, we learn three things we must remember about this spiritual war.

In This War Introduction: I would like to leave you with a lesson this morning of what it will take to make this church victorious going forward. Having many members does not mean you have an effective church. Having an emotional experience does not mean that you have repented of your sin. In ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Forgiven Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Peace and freedom comes from this command - be forgiven.

5. BE FORGIVEN (Psalm 51; 2 Samuel 12:13,14; John 4) OBEYING EVERYTHING JESUS DEMANDS Objective: Preach the awesome news of forgiveness which seeks to set people free from their past and empower them to live in the present thankful, honoring God, and ministering to others. I intend to teach the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Church Of God

Compelled By Love

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Oct 16, 2002

This message takes a close look at our motives. It calls us to make Love and Gratitude the basis for everything we do.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Compelled by Love Pastor Jerry C. Vargo I. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22-24

Denomination: Pentecostal