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Why God Hates All Forms Of Idolatry

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 15, 2003

A person seldom considers that his own selfishness can be an idol, as "self" is more important than God. Very few consider that anything, which is more important to a person than obeying God, may be considered an idol.

Why God Hates All Forms of Idolatry A person may not consider that an automobile, house, certain possessions, a hobby, a person, a political party, a cause, a job, a sport, an addiction, lusts, pleasures, or some other thing, can become an idol. A person may not consider that stubbornness is as ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Kitchen: A Place For Nourishment Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

What is the most important nourishment for the family?

When Olin and Claryce Merrett came in for the service Wednesday night, I gave my usual, “Hello,” and asked, “How are you doing, Olin?” Olin replied, “Pretty good, I guess. I’m still taking nourishment.” We know a lot about nourishment these days. You can hardly watch television or read a magazine ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jubilate Sunday Through The Eyes Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 26, 2018

This is the 4th sermon in the Easter Season series, "Through The Eyes Of Jesus".

Series: Through The Eyes Of Jesus [#4] JUBILATE SUNDAY THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS John 21:1-14 Introduction: For denominations that use liturgy each week, the 3rd Sunday of Easter is called Jubilate Sunday. As we look at our text this morning, the disciples were not jubilate. Jubilate means to ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

My Gift

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Feb 3, 2005

My gift is simple, without reward, and to Christ. Giving made understandable.

My Gift (Matt. 25:31-40) Intro: A. During World War II, England needed to increase its production of coal if it was going to have any hope of winning the war. Winston Churchill called together labor leaders to enlist their support. And at the end of his presentation he asked them to stand with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Easter Message

Contributed by Ken Henson on Apr 28, 2014

How much evidence is necessary for belief? By any measure the evidence of the resurrection of Jesus is sufficient for belief. Why not take that step of faith?

A young software engineer was asked by his manager Do you believe in the resurrection of the dead? . . . the day you took off to attend your grandfather’s funeral he stopped by to visit you. It seems to me most people here this morning are probably not interested in the evidence of the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-31

Denomination: *other

The Old Year

Contributed by David Salisbury on Sep 12, 2002

A sermon for closing out the old year by realizing that "the end of a thing is better than it’s beginning." (Ecc. 7:8)

As I reflected on the end of the year and what to say to you in this last Sunday morning sermon of 2001, I thought of Solomon’s words in Ecclesiastes 7:8 “The end of a thing is better than its beginning;” Now I know some brethren would like to say that a proper translation of that verse is that the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:8, Ecclesiastes 7:10, Lamentations 3:27, Isaiah 40:31, Revelation 2:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 14, 2011

Can you imagine what it would be like to live in a world where there is no war, no fighting, no arguments, and no disputes of any kind? But God has a plan. God sent us a Prince of Peace.

This morning we look at Christmastime in terms of peace, and the “Prince of Peace” Himself. In our world today, man seeks to establish peace, yet whatever successes he might seem to achieve are never permanent. Instead of achieving peace, man continually lives with chaos, confusion, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Fight The Good Fight - Opponent #1 People And Their Problems

Contributed by Jerry Rittenhouse on Mar 4, 2019

Friends - We all have four opponents, and over these 4 weeks we will find out how to deal with each one as God wants.

VIDEO: KING AND COUNTRY “FIGHT ON FIGHTER” VIDEO: BOXING INTRO SCRIPTURE SLIDE: 1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses. MAIN SLIDE: FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT Friends - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Shelf, Marred Clay?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 5, 2019

What do you do with "MARRED CLAY?" We have the tendency to throw failures under the bus. Do we love the hard to love people? Are we pronged to quit and give up? Come on my friends, let us try again. Just because you fail, does not make you a failure. Someone needs you today!

ON THE SHELF, MARRED CLAY --- USELSS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com MARRED CLAY? ON THE SHELF? Jeremiah 18:1 The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, 2 Arise, and go down to the potter's house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words. 3 Then I went ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, 2 Samuel 21:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Believer’s Inheritance Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 5, 2022

This great prophecy looks to the triumphs of the Church purchase by the suffering and sorrows of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. God promises numerical growth for his people, complete reconciliation, a covenant of peace for his people and protection from their future enemies.

Sermon – The Believer’s Inheritance Scripture-Isa 54:1 Let your voice be loud in song, O woman without children; make melody and sounds of joy, you who did not give birth: for the children of her who had no husband are more than those of the married wife, says the Lord. 2 Make wide the place of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-17, Romans 8:28-35

Denomination: Methodist

1 Peter 2:3-5 Gods Provision And The Future For His. (Sermon Oct 2014)

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Oct 19, 2014

I love our country as much as anyone but, I’m afraid we are heading in the direction of Gods judgment upon us real quick. The majority of the people are looking to our government for protection and the most are putting their trust in it instead of God

1 Peter 2:3-5 Gods protection, help through persecution and the future for His own (Sermon) Oct 2014 Illus:A young boy went to a grocery store and asked the grocer for a box of Duz detergent. The grocer was puzzled and asked why he wanted a box of Duz. The boy said that he was going to wash his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbs: The Power Of Your Words Series

Contributed by Chris Jordan on May 15, 2011

Proverbs tells us that the power of life and death is in our tongue. That tells us that our words are powerful, and we need to use that power wisely.

PROVERBS #3: THE POWER OF YOUR WORDS OPENING SCRIPTURE: “Getting wisdom is the most important thing you can do!” (Proverbs 4:7a, NLT). • In May we are going on a month long journey through the Book of Proverbs. THE BIG IDEA: Proverbs tells us that the power of life and death is in our tongue. ...read more

Denomination: *other

I Am Blessed To Own A Bible

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 9, 2008

We are so blessed to own a Bible and to be able to read and understand God’s word. Is the WORD well used in my life?

I AM BLESSED TO OWN A BIBLE... LEARN SOME GOOD LESSONS ABOUT THE BIBLE By Wade Martin Hughes Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION: It is both a blessing and a responsibility to own a Bible. HEED THE WARNING? A SHORTAGE IS COMING? The shortage will be of the UNCOMPROMISED WORD OF ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 109:105

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Starting Point Of All

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Apr 17, 2008

When you give your child back to God, you are openly declaring that this child is a gift from God and only on loan to you. We’d better be careful how we treat and care for God’s property! God trusted you enough to place those children in your care to ra

The Starting Point of All Genesis 22:1-18 The Bible says that children are a blessing from God. Psalm 127:3 3 Sons are a heritage from the LORD, children a reward from him. (NIV) The Bossier City First Church of God is thrilled to partner with your family in raising your children in a Godly ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God

All Things Work Toward The Good

Contributed by Jim Moynihan on Jun 6, 2005

God allows and uses everything that happens in our lives for our good.

In the early days of our country a weary traveler came to the banks of Mississippi River for first time. There was no bridge, of course. It was early winter, and the surface of the mighty river was covered with ice. Could he dare cross over? Would the uncertain ice be able to bear his weight? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational