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Gideon’s Fearful Faith? -Part 2 Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Oct 26, 2020

Fear is often our first reaction to the tests and trials of life, but God has called us to live by faith! A study of Gideon shows us how God transforms fear to faith

VIII. Gideon’s Confirmation’s! Judges 6: 17 Gideon replied, “If now I have found favor in your eyes, give me a sign that it is really you talking to me. A) Reason? 1. Gideon desired a sign; because revelation was so rare and wickedness so prevalent that he they desired full assurance. God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32

The Beauty Of Reconcilliation Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God

The Beauty of Reconciliation Matthew 5:9 blessed (makarious): supremely happy. peace (eirene): more than just the lack of conflict; it is a state of being bound together; being properly related. Where does this peace come from? God Colossians 1:19-20 How is this peace given? Through the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

You Dirty Rats Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 5, 2015

A study of the book of 1 Samuel 6: 1 – 21

1 Samuel 6: 1 – 21 You Dirty Rats 1 Now the ark of the LORD was in the country of the Philistines seven months. 2 And the Philistines called for the priests and the diviners, saying, “What shall we do with the ark of the LORD? Tell us how we should send it to its place.” 3 So ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God's Majesty, Mercy And Mission

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 26, 2015

Isaiah 6:1-8 reveals to us God's Character, Heart and Mission. Isaiah reveals to us God's Majesty, He experiences God's mercy and joins in God's Mission for His world.

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8; Psalms 29; John 3:1-17 Theme: God's Identity Proposition: Isaiah 6:1-8 reveal to us God's Identity. In this passage we see I. The Majesty of our God (a. He is God, there is no other b. He is King c. He is holy) 2. The Mercy of God (a. He reaches down ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Growing Larger Through Outreach (Pt. 3) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 24, 2015

What do we say when it is time to share the gospel with others? This sermon helps us to be prepared when we have an opportunity to give an answer for the hope that we have.

Introduction: A. Today I’m praying that all of us, Christians, feel like we have some good news to share with others, and that we desperately desire to share it. 1. I like the story told of the little boy who greatly concerned his parents. a. The boy’s parents could not get him to utter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"4 Ways To Wage Spiritual Warfare"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 14, 2020

The Bible gives the believer insights in how to wage spiritual warfare.

Title: 4 Ways to Wage Warfare Script: various passages Type: Spiritual Warfare V Where: GNBC 6-9-19 Intro: On the evening of June 4th, 1940 PM W. Churchill faced the Parliament at one of the darkest moments in the history of mankind. The French Army, purported to be the greatest in the world ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6, Matthew 18:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Oct 6, 2014

the good shepherd

Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: *other

Making The Gospel My Gospel Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 10, 2014

Unless the gospel is my gospel it is really no gospel at all.

Unless the gospel is my gospel it is really no gospel at all That is the theme of the passage from Romans that we’ll be studying together this morning. So obviously the question that all of us must answer as we’re confronted with that truth is whether or not the gospel is personally ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Imagine: No Hell Below Us; Above Us Only Sky Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

Two-thirds of Americans believe there is no hell. Let's imagine for a moment there is no hell. Lest you take me literally, I DO believe in the existence of heaven and hell. But what would you do if you wanted to eliminate the distasteful idea of hell?

INTRODUCTION There are many theories about the afterlife. Some people believe in reincarnation. Three men died and stood before God, who asked them how they wanted to spend their next life on earth. The first man said, “I want to come back as myself, but I want to be 10 times smarter.” “Poof,” God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:42-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Feeling Fine

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Everything we do aids the health of body, mind and soul. It all ties in to the two great commandments of loving God with your whole being and your neighbor as yourself.

A farmers son, who was about to begin his studies at medical school said, "Dad, when I get to be a doctor, I think I'll specialize in obstetrics." The old man shook his head and responded, "Likely you'll be just wasting your time son. Chances are, soon as you begin making ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-8

A Pain Free Paradise Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

Positive pain has played a major role in everything we call our blessings in time. Our life, our freedom, and our salvation are all based on the pain of others. Pain has many positive purposes in time.

If you are rich enough, you can even enjoy your own funeral. Colorado farmer Jim Gernhart proved this over and over. It all began in 1951 when he decided to rehearse his own funeral. He rented the Armory in Burlington, Colorado, hired a pastor, and had a lavish display of flowers and a good meal ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

When Your World Is Turned Upside Down: Dare To Be A Daniel

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2020

How will you respond when living the Christian life becomes especially difficult--when compromise is clearly required in order to just get by in life? Take some cues from Daniel!

Once again, what a year 2020 has turned out to be. Evidence of that is obvious this morning. Who among us could have possibly predicted that a Sunday morning service at Risen King Community Church in 2020 would look like this? If we had taken a photo of today’s service in the future, I suspect ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:13-14, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Bible Church

Three Keys To Being Continually Filled With The Spirit

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Mar 26, 2023

In this text, the writer offers three keys that facilitate a continual infilling of the Spirit.

Introduction: God created the eye and all its power of perception. The garden He placed Adam and his wife in was filled with beauty. Every tree he planted was "pleasant to the eye" (Gen 2:9). God looked at everything that He had made and it was very good (Gen 1:31). It was pleasant and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rich Towards God Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 30, 2023

These four small attitudes will do as we begin to think about how to apply the Truth of what Jesus shares with us in Luke 12 and as we apply verse 31. Seeking His Kingdom should be first for us. Jesus should be our focus. Our relationship with God should be our focus.

JUST JESUS: CHAPTER BY CHAPTER THRU LUKE Rich Towards God LUKE 12:13-31 #justJesus INTRODUCTION 1… Urban Legends of Theology (Wittmer) Quote, page 138 Kristian and I get together for lunch each week and we use a book to discuss. The current book we are reading is called “Urban Legends of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians: We Must Love One Another! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 25, 2023

In today's Scripture God wants us to know: 1. That this is an old commandment (vs. 7). 2. That this is a new commandment (vs. 8). 3. That this is the only way to walk in the light of the Lord (vs. 9-11).

Christians: We Must Love One Another! 1 John 2:7-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared November 25, 2023) MESSAGE: *Christians: Are you walking in the light of God's love? *Somewhere, I have an old cartoon where the pastor is closing out the service. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Baptist