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Joseph Is Invited To Accept Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 14, 2015

What Joseph received from God was no different than what we receive as well. He was invited to accept what God was doing and not to push against it. What God invites us to do is the same thing: To accept what He has to offer!

Joseph is invited to accept Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction - Today’s message is titled, “Joseph is invited to Accept” - Advent is a wonderful time of year for all Christians to celebrate -- However, there is something that gets lost in the hustle/bustle of the holiday -- APP: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Are Territorial Demons In Hidden Places

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 7, 2014

We have to be cautious of our surroundings and what we allow in our circle, for territorial demons are known to be in common place in disguise.

There are Territorial Demons in Hidden Places Acts 28:1 And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melita. 28:2 And the barbarous people shewed us no little kindness: for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit Filled Church In 2016

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Mar 9, 2017

QUESTIONS: ➢ What should we expect for this New Year? ➢ I am convinced that our church family has a lot of potential, but what should we do differently this year? ➢ Or do we keep doing what worked for us in 2015?

THE SPIRIT FILLED CHURCH IN 2016 Sville – 01.03.16 I am curious to know what your personal thoughts are for our church, NEW LIFE in the year of 2015. What will you remember about last year? What did God accomplish in your personal life last year? What about your spiritual life? “Let me tell you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Eight Qualities Of Effective Prayer

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015

How effective is your prayer life?

Intro: We all want to have a more effective prayer life. In order to do so, our prayers must have certain qualities. - James 5:16b …The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous one avails much. I. Prayer should be specific. (v.16-18) - Turn away wrath - Provide Mercy • ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Intentional Discipleship

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 15, 2016

Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. Mary of Bethany is a wonderful example of this!

Intentional Discipleship John 12:1-8 Introduction Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. This is a story of celebration and worship that takes place in the home of a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Labour Room Of September

Contributed by Aderemi Ojikutu on Oct 20, 2009

The spiritual significance of the ninth month (September)or figure nine (9) in the affairs of men.

ANCHOR SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 66:7-9: “Before she travailed, she brought forth; before her pain came, she was delivered of a man child. Who hath heard such a thing? Who hath seen such things?” (that means, the things God is about to do, or make happen in your life would be an amazement to everyone that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:7-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

United And Undevided

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jan 23, 2017

Regardless of denominational affiliation or whether we are Catholic, Orthodox, or Protestant, we can stand united at the Cross of Jesus Christ to preach the Good News of the Gospel.

THERE SEEMS TO BE AN OBSESSION WITH CATEGORIZING AND LABELING THE VARIOUS THINGS IN OUR CULTURE. FOR EXAMPLE, IN THE NFL, IT IS NOT ONLY BROKEN DOWN INTO THE AMERICAN AND NATIONAL CONFERENCES, BUT SPLIT INTO THE NORTH, EAST, SOUTH AND WEST TEAMS THAT COMPRISE OF 32 FRANCHISE TEAMS. IT IS NO ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Cheerleaders At Life's Finish Line

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 17, 2021

This world is coming to an end. Our journey with the Lord Jesus is coming to a conclusion and reward. The Scriptures show us that those who have gone on before us are waiting at the Finish Line to welcome us home, where we can all share our stories of how Jesus used us for His glory.

As I write this, two well-known personalities in the area of music and opinion have passed away within the span of a couple of hours. The Christian singer Carman, who was popular in the 1980's through the early 2000's , was known for songs such as "Addicted to Jesus", "The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 3:14, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Galatians 2:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Painful Waiting

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 11, 2021

When waiting gets on your nerves........

Waiting Genesis 16:1”Now Sarai, Abram's wife had borne him no children, and she had an Egyptian maid whose name was Hagar.” When waiting gets on your nerves! As we read this chapter, it had been more than ten years since the promise was made regarding Abram’s descendants. Hey friend, waiting ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Holy Family Of Jesus, Mary And Joseph

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 21, 2017

Clear guidelines with reasonable consequences. High school kids are looking for words of wisdom.

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Some of you will celebrate New Year’s Eve via your television. I like what some comedian said about that. He said, “I love it when they drop the ball in Times Square. It’s a nice reminder of what I did all year.” Our First Reading is indicative of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-21

Denomination: Catholic

Joseph's Jesus Story

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 21, 2018

What is your picture of the perfect Christmas? Beautiful decorations, lovely family, delicious food, well-selected gifts, children that know how to behave! How many of us really have a Christmas like that?

What is your picture of the perfect Christmas? Beautiful decorations, lovely family, delicious food, well-selected gifts, children that know how to behave! How many of us really have a Christmas like that? No matter how hard we try Christmas has it’s messes and imperfections. If any Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Consider Your Day

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 2, 2019

How often do you consider your life? It’s very easy to just tend to the details, take care of business, and try to make it to the weekend. If we want anything different in life we have to engage a strategy – a gameplan – one that addresses the basic spiritual needs in our lives.

How often do you consider your life? It’s very easy to just tend to the details, take care of business, and try to make it to the weekend. If we want anything different in life we have to engage a strategy – a gameplan – one that addresses the basic spiritual needs in our lives. In February we ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Vs. Secular Ideology: The Power Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

There is a war on today. It's not a war of guns or bombs, but a war of ideas. The war is about worldview. The war is about the course of human history. The war is about religion and the eviction of God from modern society.

There is a war on today. It's not a war of guns or bombs, but a war of ideas. The war is about worldview. The war is about the course of human history. The war is about religion and the eviction of God from modern society. Battles rage on the horizon at this very moment. We can hear the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Liberty In The Lord Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 3, 2021

Life is never abundant without liberty. Jesus called Lazarus back into life, but He also commanded that they unbind him from his grave clothes that he might have liberty in life, for life without liberty would have been a burden and not a blessing.

The Civil War was a complex and complicated war. Lambdin P. Milligan was one of the men who got caught up in the complexities of it, and changed the course of legal history in the United States. Milligan was a lawyer active in local politics in Indiana. The war had been on three years and was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2

The Real Presence Of Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 31, 2015

What do we mean when we say Christ is truly present in the Holy Eucharist?

From time to time you may be asked if you are a “Bible-believing Christian.” There’s no reason why a committed Catholic has to say “no” to that question. We believe that the Sacred Scriptures–all seventy-three books–are divinely inspired and true. What ...read more

Scripture: John 6:52-58

Denomination: Catholic