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"Praying...not Preying!" [part Four]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 28, 2016

“The value of persistent prayer is not so that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear Him.”

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, May 29, 2011 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter “Praying … Not Preying: The High Priestly Prayer” [Part Four] John 17:6-19 One of the most heartening experiences a person can enjoy is to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Thou Shalt Not Bear False Witness Against Thy Neighbour."

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

"Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour."

Exodus 20 v. 12 -16 "Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour." James 3 . 1 - 13 1. THE PRINCIPLE OF HONESTY - "false witness" Prov 12 v. 22 "Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight." Psalm 101 v. 7 "He that worketh deceit shall not dwell ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-16

Denomination: Holiness

Set An Example For The Believers

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 3, 2013

To enumerate the areas of our lives that we should be an example to the believers.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an example for the believers? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the areas of our lives that we should be an example to the believers. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 4:12 (Amplified Bible) Let no one despise or think less of you because of your youth, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

5 Reasons Couples Divorce

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 9, 2013

A sermon inspired in an article by Luis Palau at: http://www.crosswalk.com/679188/

HoHum: "Marriage is not so much finding the right person as it is being the right person." --Anonymous WBTU: Mike and Jean have been married 5 years. They come from good families, belong to a good church, and their friends think they are getting along. What their friends don’t know is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From The Coyote

Contributed by John Dixon on Jul 20, 2019

At first glance the sly Coyote seems to be a genius! With every cleverly laid trap and ingenious deception the Coyote meets with failure. There is no better contemporary example of the fool described in the book of Proverbs than the cartoon Coyote.

PROVERBS 26:1-28 (NASB) Like snow in summer and like rain in harvest, So honor is not fitting for a fool. 2 Like a sparrow in its flitting, like a swallow in its flying, So a curse without cause does not alight. 3 A whip is for the horse, a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:1-28

Denomination: Christian Church

Elders In The Church Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 7, 2019

Along with the instruction Paul gave in his letter to Timothy, he also shared with Titus concerning the qualifications for elders, bishops, or pastors within the church. This passage was given for the benefit of the church in selecting and ordaining elders to serve in the local church.

Elders in the Church Titus 1: 5-9 After a warm greeting, Paul immediately got to the heart of the matter. He was writing to Titus with purpose, seeking to equip him for ministry, while serving to establish local churches. The task at hand was ordaining elders within every city in Crete, so they ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

"Genuine Christian Fellowship” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 3, 2019

Paul and his companions give us a great example of genuine Christian fellowship.

Here are mentioned six persons who sent greetings through Paul to the church in Colossae: Aristarchus, Mark, Justus, Epaphras, Luke, and Demas. In their examples, we learn the characteristics of genuine Christian fellowship. Genuine Christian fellowship . . . 1. Reaches across social ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed In Christ Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 11, 2019

The letter to Titus, although written to the young pastor, has much to say to the church and individual believers. Following our transformation in Christ, we have an obligation to live in a way that pleases Him and reveals His grace before others.

Transformed in Christ Titus 3: 1-7 Although Paul’s letter to Titus was brief in comparison to some of the other letters he had written, the Apostle shared much with the young pastor. He had provided sound wisdom in regard to settling the church on a firm foundation, implementing a plan that would ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Debate About Divorce (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 28, 2018

Jesus was asked of the Pharisees regarding divorce, not necessarily desiring to learn from Him. Unfortunately most approach the issue this way today. Their minds are already made up. We need a biblical perspective.

The Debate about Divorce (Part 2) Mark 10: 1-12 Today I hope to conclude the passage we began to consider in our last study. I am well aware that this is a very sensitive and somewhat contentious issue. Likely everyone here has been affected by divorce in some way or another. I too know the hurt ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Unnatural Retrogression Of Man Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 29, 2018

The suppression of the truth which God gave to the heathen became the basis for their idolatry and as a result they worshiped and served the creature more than the Creator.

Unnatural Retrogression of Man Romans 1:24-32 Now we see the results of man’s revolution against God. In the remainder of this chapter it says three times that God gave them up. 24 Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24-32

Denomination: Baptist

Cain And Abel

Contributed by David Goering on Sep 1, 2018

To show what the religion of Cain is and to show that there are great multitudes who have this same religion today and to show that the religion of Able brought him into a relationship with God.

SCRIPTURE: Genesis 4:1-16 "And Adam knew Eve his wife; and she conceived, and bare Cain, and said, I have gotten a man from the LORD. And she again bare his brother Abel. And Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground. And in process of time it came to pass, that Cain brought ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Philippians Part 8-9 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

Philippians Part 8, Chapter 1:27-2:2 I. Conversation—walk, not our talk! (v. 27) A. Paul uses politeuesthai –signifies condition of life, of a citizen; citizenship. B. In Philippians 1:27-2:4, Paul exhorted his readers to unity, steadfastness, and humility. The Philippians were to live ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heroes Of The Bible: Jacob PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explore the life of Jacob, highlighting his struggles and transformation, to illustrate how God can use our struggles to shape us and bless us greatly.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, I am excited to dive into the compelling story of Jacob – a man who wrestled with both God and man and came out stronger for it. I am reminded of the words of A.W. Tozer, a respected Christian author who once said, "It is doubtful whether God can bless a ...read more

Topics: Jacob, Bible Hero

Located, Loosed And Lead

Contributed by Phillip Sims on Dec 3, 2003

This sermon is an account of Jesus’ Triumphal Entry, and focuses on the beast that he called from obscurity to service.

Located, Loosed and Lead Mark 11: 2-10 Job 39:5-7 The preaching of this passage usually is reserved for palm Sunday but it is a very important passage and is practical and applicable to us in many ways. It is the narrative of Jesus’ triumphal entry in to Jerusalem. It fulfills prophecy and it is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:2-10, Job 39:5-7

Denomination: Holiness

Kingdom Conduct Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 13, 2004

We are called to act like we are citizens of heaven as we deal with each other in the church

INTRODUCTION • The church at Thessalonica was facing a lot of difficult times. The church today is facing many struggles also. • Many people are struggling with various faith-related issues in their lives. There is a lot of conflict and turmoil in many of our lives. • There are a lot of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ