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Elevate To The Next Level: "Living In Thankfulness”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 16, 2025

As I was going through this study on how to live thankfully, I realized that living thankfully elevates our relationship with God and with others. It takes it to the next level. In other words, as disciples of Jesus Christ, this is next-level stuff.

Elevate to the Next Level “Living in Thankfulness” Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Gn1kpICHtk Knowing that Thanksgiving is just a week away, I thought it was appropriate to look at our series on elevating discipleship to the next level by talking about our need to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20, Hebrews 12:28, Philippians 4:4, Psalm 118:1, Romans 1:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

The Spirit Of Deception

Contributed by Chad Prather on Sep 28, 2002

The Old Testament nation of the Hivites represent the spirit of deception and present a major obstacle to our destiny as the people of God.

The Spirit of Deception (Hivites) Josh 3:10; Genesis 3:1-5 Hivite: To live a lie openly shown; a serpent. Deception: To mislead by giving a distorted impression or false sense of reality. To trick; to cheat; to beguile. The ancient Greeks used the word to describe the pleasure that comes ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-5, Joshua 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Unlikely Conversion

Contributed by Gary Washburn on May 31, 2002

Some people have read portions of the book of Romans and had a life changing experience. The Reformation and the great Awakening was sparked by men reading Romans.

Series: Riches in Romans Romans 1:1 This book is about introducing good news to bad sinners. An Unlikely Conversion Intro: I have never preached through Romans because I felt it was more than I could handle, and I was right. I know I am in over my head. Romans is a book that probably ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1, Acts 9:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lose The Weight Of Complacency Series

Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005

The first in a series used at New Year’s. We Christians can get used to a routine of "being good." We need to break free from complacency and push ourselves to spiritual excellence.

Lose the weight of complacency Purpose: To challenge us to break free from status quo personal Christianity. 1. These are a few of my favorite things: · Chocolate Ice Cream sprinkled with dry coffee grounds, anything that begins with the words Little Debbie, any restaurant that ends with the word ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

The First And The Last Call

Contributed by John Collins on Jul 10, 2002

A look at the old but ever new subject of repentance

THE FIRST AND THE LAST CALL EXT. Matt. 21:28-32, Luke 15:11-24, 2 Sam. 12:7-14 INTRODUCTION Repentance is the Central theme of the bible. God preached repentance since Man fell short of the glory of God. The prophets lived and died preaching repentance to the people of God. John the Baptist had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Apostolic

2 Steps To The Door

Contributed by Lynn Loe on Aug 29, 2001

Addresses the need for repentance in order to turn the tide within the church. So as to attract rather than repel new visitors and converts.

2 Steps To The Door Ps 51:10-13 10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. 11 Do not cast me away from Thy presence, and do not take Thy Holy Spirit from me. 12 Restore to me the joy of Thy salvation, and sustain me with a willing spirit. 13 {Then} I will teach ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-13

Denomination: Methodist

Conversion

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jan 31, 2001

SALVATION MESSAGE

CONVERSION by Jimmy Chapman Matthew 18:3 Introduction: The Greek word translated "conversion" refers to a turning on the part of an individual. When it is applied to salvation it consists of two elements, repentance and faith. Repentance is a turning from and faith is a turning to. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:3

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Gives Us Resiliency

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit gives us the ability to bounce back from defeats, discouragements or difficulties.

1. The Holy Spirit gives us the ability to bounce back from defeats, discouragements or difficulties. Paul wrote, "As servants of God we commend ourselves in every way; in great endurance; in troubles, hardships and distresses; in beatings, imprisonments and riots; in hard work, sleepless nights ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Overcome Lackadaisical Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps us overcome any lackadaisical attitudes by giving us a wholehearted motivation to demonstrate our love for God. Jesus said, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all yo

1. The Holy Spirit helps us overcome any lackadaisical attitudes by giving us a wholehearted motivation to demonstrate our love for God. Jesus said, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind, and love your neighbor as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessings Of No

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you considered all the blessings that are available to you when you hear the word, “No”. Most of us like to get what we want, but are frustrated when we hear somebody say, “No” to our requests. Instead of growing resentful, angry or disillusioned whe

1. Have you considered all the blessings that are available to you when you hear the word, “No”. Most of us like to get what we want, but are frustrated when we hear somebody say, “No” to our requests. Instead of growing resentful, angry or disillusioned when you come up against denials of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Love

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001

This Bible study reveals the power of loving Jesus has on our lives.

The Power of Love Luke 7.36-50 Midweek Bible Study October 1, 1997 1. What is happening? Jesus was invited to the house of a Pharisee and a sinful woman hears of Jesus being in town and enters the home. She goes to Jesus and immediately begins to wash His feet and anoints Him with perfume. This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Church Of God

Choose You This Day Series

Contributed by John Knight on Apr 14, 2003

First in series. Choosing our identity.

"In Christ" "Choose You This Day" Joshua 24:13-18 Intro: Who is in control of your life? Simple question. Easy answer. "We’re in control" nobody forced us to be here nobody told us when to wake up nobody told us what to wear nobody told us what to eat for breakfast We are in control of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:13-18

Denomination: Holiness

Humble Yourself

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Sep 17, 2006

Humble yourself, call your brother or sister and make the relationship right.

God loves humility! And when you think about it we love being around humble people versus prideful people. Prideful people cause distance in the relationships but humble people are very engaging. Let’s look at what humble means. Humble – Showing awareness of ones shortcomings, not proud, meek. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Assured Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 7 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Assured of Salvation I. Introduction A. Supreme Confidence 1. Former NFL Coach John McKay and former Alabama coach Bear Bryant were duck hunting. a) Bryant was well-know for being a dead shot. b) The men hunted for about three hours with little results. c) Bryant had killed ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Promises And Holiness Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 31, 2007

Lesson 11 in a series on holiness as seen in Leviticus; highlighting the great promises of God and their conditions.

Promises and Holiness Leviticus Lesson #11 I. Introduction A. God’s Promises 1. God has made many promises to His people. a) The Promise of His Presence – Hebrews 13:5 b) The Promise of Protection – Genesis 15:1 c) The Promise of Power – Philippians 4:13 d) The Promise of Providence – Romans ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 26:1-49

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ