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Pursuing Contentment

Contributed by Dwight Kennedy on Dec 15, 2017

It's a tragedy that the lack of contentment today has become the norm for even the children of God, yet contentment is absolutely essential to walk worthily of our Lord.

“Pursuing Contentment” Philippians 4: 4-7 by Dwight Kennedy Outline: 1. Rejoice Greatly in Your Heavenly Maker. (vs. 4) (An Act of Worship) 2. Respond in Gentleness & Hardiness to Men. (vs. 5) (Action in Our Work) 3. Request with Gratitude and Humility in Every Manner. (vs. 6) (The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Serve Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 22, 2015

Serving, Revolution, Leadership

I WILL – “I Will” Serve Matthew 20:25-28 (pg. 690) October 25, 2015 Introduction: My buddy Frank Cloud, one of our older members gave me a book the other day called “True North” by Gary Inrig...It’s about discovering God’s Way in a changing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Mission Should You Choose To Accept It: Patience

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 5, 2024

THE BIBLE SAYS WE HAVE NEED OF PATIENCE. Are we demanding instant gratification and bypassing the role of patience. Why has patience become a dirty word in our society?

YOUR MISSION SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT… PATIENCE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (Several part lesson.) YOUR MISSION SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT --- WALK IN PATIENCE. *PATIENCE: to be calm, gentle, no tantrums, ability to endure difficult times, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3, Romans 12:12, Hebrews 10:36, John 13:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Job

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Aug 6, 2007

Job’s three friends will speak alot of truth but they will also speak alot of error.

If you are experiencing defeat , you will be encouraged by Job’s perseverance in the middle of great suffering. At this point in our study, Job is no longer blessed, and wealthy man. He has lost all his children, wealth and health. His wife is waiting for him to die. And although his ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stewardship Of Our Words Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 17, 2009

Stewardship is not only about how we manage our money; but we are also stewards of how we manage our tongues. The powerful influence of our words is examined in the light of James’ exhortation.

Stewardship of Our Words James 3:1-12 6-29-08 Intro When I was about 8 years old my friends were joining the Cub Scouts. I wanted to be with them so I asked my mother if I could join too. I didn’t know why at the time; but she tried to talk me out of it. But then I would see my friends at school ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Charismatic

Grumble Or Grow Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 24, 2024

When life gets hard, don’t grumble; grow!

Several years ago (2009), Louis C.K. was on Conan O’Brien’s late-night talk show, where he described today’s entitlement culture. He said in our culture, “Everything's Amazing and Nobody's Happy.” Take a look (show Louis CK video). Louis talks about how he was on a plane that offered ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27, Exodus 16:1-30, Exodus 17:1-7, Romans 8:28-29, James 1:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Challenging The Challenges

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 15, 2004

When faced with challenges, prayer is the answer.

CHALLENGING THE CHALLENGES EXODUS 17:1-16 INTRODUCTION Throughout their journey to the promised land the Children of Israel would face challenge after challenge to their faith. We still face challenges today in our lives. 1 Peter 1: 6-7 “ In this you greatly rejoice though for a little while you ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2, Exodus 17:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rugged Individualism? Rugged Surrender!

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Mar 10, 2004

"Rugged Individualism" is thinking that we need to rely on ourselves. But this can lead to trouble, as the Israelites (and the Corinthians, and people today) indicate. Instead, we should pursue "rugged surrender".

March 10, 2004 Title: Rugged Individualism? Rugged Surrender! Text: 1Co_10:1-13 Introduction 1. One of my favorite radio personalities preaches a doctrine of "rugged individualism"... if we work hard...anything is possible we are responsible for our own actions... we take care of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Who Are You Serving?

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Mar 13, 2004

This is a sermon about the proper way to serve God. There is a difference between being a cook and a cook in the white house. And there is a difference between being a servant and a servant of God.

Who Are You Serving 2 Samuel 15:15 Here we read about the loyalty of David’s servants. Absalom (David’s own son) was starting an up an uprising against David. Absalom apparently resented being ignored by his father and resented his brother Ammon going unpunished for the raping Tamar. Absalom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:15

Denomination: *other

Stir Up The Gift

Contributed by Juan Lane on May 15, 2005

God has blessed us in many ways and some have decided to just sit on the blessings of God. We need to use what he has given us.

Stir Up The Gift Scripture Reference: II Timothy 1:6 (KJV) 2 Timothy 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands. -We need to stir up the gift that God has blessed us with. -Many people are looking for something new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Called To Conquer Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jul 26, 2005

Learning to walk in the authority Jesus gave us.

In the first study we started with the words of the Apostle Paul, and defining what a conqueror is. I would like to start off with this again. Romans 8:37-39. Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:37-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

For What Purpose?

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 27, 2004

Ever have a day off thinking you will accomplish some things but by the end of the day nothing is done. It is true - if you aim at nothing your bound to hit it. - What are you aiming at?

Cows have a wonderful life. There only purpose in life is to get fat. They are fed and fed for that purpose. They graze , chew their cud and sleep, that’s all. Ever watched a cow graze and wander till their lost. Some people shop like that. The end of their purpose is not good. They get ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Golden Connections

Contributed by Angela Smith on Aug 28, 2006

Your present season may seem like the fiery furnace of the 3 Hebrew boys, but look around for your golden connection!

GOD can connect you with anyone, anywhere within 24 hrs. HE knows where you live & HE is fully aware of every human being on this planet. I am telling you this because I want you all to know that no relationship is insignificant in your life. For it is through these relationships that GOD ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"A Thankful Heart" Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 20, 2011

What are we most thankful for in our lives? What is most important? What is the best day of our lives?

The text for this morning’s message comes from the Apostle Paul’s first letter to the church in Thessalonica. Thessalonica is modern day Salonica, the second largest city in Greece and it lies on the Aegean Sea. For those who attend Bible Study on Wednesday evenings, we mentioned the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian Church

"What Is This"

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 12, 2012

God patiently turns our cires of disgust into cries of delight.

“What is this?” Is that a question you would welcome from the judges if you were a cooking show contestant? If the judge has screwed up his face as if he’s just been punched in the stomach, “What is this?” is a cry of disgust. There goes your chance of winning the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-20

Denomination: Lutheran