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My Name Is ....holy Spirit (Hagios Pneuma) Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 14, 2024

Last of a fun little series looking at five different names of God - God as Provider, God as Healer, God as Father, God as Yeshua (God in Flesh) and God as Holy Spirit

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26–28; John 14:15-17; Acts 2:38 Series: Names of God My name is ….. Ruah Qodesh – Hagios Pneuma – Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We are only a few weeks away from celebrating Halloween. About 50 years ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26-28, John 14:15-17, Acts 2:38

Denomination: Nazarene

How To React In A Contentious Situation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001

How to respond when you face sharp differences of opinions with others

What To Do When You Have a Sharp Difference of Opinion With Others (Acts 11:1-20) Illustration: Paul overcame differences with the good of love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith. (2 Tim. 1:5) Few do so today because they end up giving into feelings of anger, hurt or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ordination Charge For Pastoral Service

Contributed by Michael Cotie on Jan 28, 2001

Charge to ordainee for serving as a minister.

Ordination Charge for Pastoral Service 2nd Timothy 4:1-5 Intro: Paul charges Timothy to do several things as a faithful minister in 2nd Timothy 4:1-5. This is my charge to you also. Core: Always preach God’s word, always be ready carry the message and understand hardships will come in service ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Bending Too Far

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 19, 2007

Discover how to overcome the dangers of bending too far in a threatening culture.

As a boy one of our favorite fun activities was riding tree saplings, much like you would a wild horse. This is how it worked. We would bend a 3 or 4 inch sapling to the ground. A friend would help us hold the tree while we climbed aboard. After sitting astraddle the sapling the tree was released ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Astonishing Experience Of Gift Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 5, 2009

Mary is the opposite of Eve, totally open to the plan of God as Eve was closed in, and thus she was able to accept the Greatest Gift, Jesus Christ.

Immaculate Conception December 7-8, 2009 Caritas in Veritate “Charity in truth places man before the astonishing experience of gift.” (CV 34) These words of Pope Benedict from the encyclical begin a new section that is incredibly appropriate for the solemnity we celebrate today, the patronal ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9-20

Denomination: Catholic

Lesson 3: God Of The Second Chance

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 7, 2009

The basis of a second chance and seeking forgiveness from Christ.

A. JONAH OBEYS GOD - 3:1-10 1. The God of the second chance. “The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time” (3:1). Who Had a Second Chance? 1. Abraham after a lie to Pharaoh. 2. Jacob after deceiving his father. 3. Ten brothers after selling Joseph into slavery. 4. The prodigal son after ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah Obeys God

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 16, 2009

Jonah receives a second chance to obey God.

A. JONAH OBEYS GOD - 3:1-10 1. The God of the second chance. “The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time” (3:1). Who Had a Second Chance? 1. Abraham after a lie to Pharaoh. 2. Jacob after deceiving his father. 3. Ten brothers after selling Joseph into ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Consecrated By The Word Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 7, 2010

The Word of God directs us to be consecrated to the Lord.

Intro. This morning we introduced our theme for the year, The Church in Unity. Today’s focus is for us to be Unified in our Consecration. - Unity is a choice. Many will seem to just let it be preached, I am asking you to make a decision that your life will count for and be surrendered to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Security Deposit Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 20, 2019

This is the 3rd sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#3] SECURITY DEPOSIT Ephesians 1:13-14 Introduction: We have looked at our blessings in the Father; our benefits in the Son; and now we look at our belongings in the Holy Spirit. The Church was planned by the Father; purchased by the Son; and now preserved by the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Be A Cino

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 12, 2018

Being a RINO or DINO will mess up your life, but being a CINO will destroy your eternity.

As I read Catholic and Evangelical leaders trying to "exhort" their congregants to vote against Pro-Abortion candidates, I wonder if they have figured out that many will turn a deaf ear. Just as we have RINOs and DINOS we have RCINOs, BINOs, PINOs, LINOs, etc. To simplify it, CINOs or ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6, 2 Timothy 2:15, Acts 17:10

Denomination: Baptist

Social Ethics

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 29, 2013

Christian ethics is individual as well as social and should therefore be part of the Christian communities’ focus.

SOCIAL ETHICS Luke 10:33-37 - But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was. And when he saw him, he had compassion. “So he went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine; and he set him on his own animal, brought him to an inn and took care of him. “On the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:33-37

Denomination: Charismatic

"rebuking And Correcting" With The Bible Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 24, 2020

What does it mean to "rebuke and correct" someone with Scriptures?

We continue our Message Series on the Word of God. Our key passage for this Message Series is 2 Timothy 3:16-17…………… Let us always keep this in mind, The Word of God is good for making people do good! And so, whether we are just reading it, when we study and teach it, rebuke and correct someone, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Christian's Checkbook- Security Deposit Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 10, 2023

This is the 166th sermon in the series Action". This is the 3rd sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#166] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- SECURITY DEPOSIT Ephesians 1:13-14 Introduction: As I have discussed over the last couple of weeks, Ephesians tells us how spiritually rich we are in Christ. I have talked about the fact that many young people do not know what a checkbook is; but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Why Your Faith May Not Be Working Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 19, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few biblical examples that reveal why our faith may not be working.

As Christians, we're often encouraged to have faith in God's power and promises. However, there may be times when our faith seems to be ineffective. In this sermon, we'll explore few biblical examples that reveal why our faith may not be working. 1. Lack of Conviction (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-24

Raising Champions For God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

For God's kingdom to advance, each generation must be intentional about raising champions who will uphold righteousness and boldly represent Christ.

RAISING CHAMPIONS FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:1-3 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 22:6, Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Psalm 78:5-7, Judges 2:10, Titus 2:6-8 INTRODUCTION: The strength of any generation lies in the quality of people it produces. For God's kingdom to advance, each ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God