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Fruit That Is Never Out Of Season: Patience Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

As I continue my series on the fruit of the spirit, I’ll remind you that Paul says that . . . "God’s spirit makes us loving, happy, peaceful, patient," -- I’m going to talk about patience this morning-- "kind, good, faithful, gentle, and self-controlled."

FRUIT THAT IS NEVER OUT OF SEASON PATIENCE Galatians 5:22 John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: As I continue my series on the fruit of the spirit, I’ll remind you that Paul says that . . . "God’s spirit makes us loving, happy, peaceful, patient," -- I’m going to talk about patience this morning-- "kind, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

No Ordinary People Series

Contributed by R. York Moore on Jul 18, 2007

There may be ordinary circumstances, there may be ordinary experiences, there may be ordinary hopes or dreams, aspirations and struggles-but there are no ordinary people!

Intro: Ordinary Days for Ordinary People?  Neary lived in a small Indian village where her father beat her and her five siblings routinely. One day, her father sold her to cover a gambling debt and Neary went to work as a bonded laborer at the age of 9. Each day Neary would weave saris in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: *other

How To Faith The Storms Of Life Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 24, 2018

I love the fact that Jesus was asleep during the storm on the Galilee. First, Jesus was a man who experienced fatigue just like us. Second, He possessed such a strong sense of tranquility that He could sleep through the storm.

INTRODUCTION That’s not a typo. We all face storms, but do you have the ability to faith the storms of life? Faith is more than a noun; it’s also a verb. I think one of the hardest jobs would be a weather forecaster. There was a Native American chief on a remote reservation in South Dakota whose ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Sep 23, 2014

Following Jesus transforms lives. If that is not happening, then people are not following Jesus.

In the day when most traveled by train, there was a physically disabled boy who ran a small newsstand in a railroad station. Each day he sold candy, gum, and newspapers to people who passed through the station. One day two men rushed through the crowded station to catch a train that was to leave ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mushy Minds

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jan 19, 2017

We can't just "feel" our faith - we have to think, and it's time to take our Christianity seriously and renew our minds

Mushy Minds TCF Sermon March 6, 2016 ---------------------------------- NOTE: the powerpoint for this sermon, which includes a video and visuals illustrating the message, is freely available at this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Romans 3:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"disturbing Dreams"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Oct 10, 2025

Series on Daniel

Title: “Disturbing Dreams” Script: Daniel 2:1-24 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 10-12-25 Intro: Have you ever had a disturbing dream? I mean a really disturbing dream? I can still remember a portion of a disturbing dream that I had when I was less than 6 yrs old. Most people have ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's Been Done

Contributed by Germain Brown on Apr 6, 2001

Our deliverance is done... Our past is under the blood... Personal testimony...

It’s Been Done There was a constant battle that I would go through daily. I came to Christ, repented of my past sins, yet, my past would always come back to haunt me. Fact was that I didn’t know that regardless of how bad I had sinned, it was all forgotten and forgiven by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, Isaiah 54:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For The Love Of God Be A Soul Winner Series

Contributed by Harold Nichols on Apr 10, 2001

THINGS WE DO BECAUSE WE LOVE GOD

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD TEXT: Ezekiel 3:18:When I say unto the wicked, Thou shalt surely die; and thou givest him not warning, nor speak to warn the wicked from his wicked way, to save his life; the same wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at thine ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Is There Evidence?

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jun 24, 2001

If you claim the name of Christian, are there evidences in your life to support that claim?

I. A Christian Shows Evidences of Believing - v. 21 "And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord." Many today claim the name of Christian or profess Christianity as the basis for their lives. However, a large portion of these same individuals do ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Hungry? Series

Contributed by J. Richard Lord, Jr. on Mar 18, 2002

Jesus makes a promise to fill our spiritual hunger.

(Sermon #6 of Sermon On The Mount Series) Parkview Church of the Nazarene J. Richard Lord, Jr. Hungry? Matthew 5:6 When was the last time you were really hungry? I’m not talking about those few pangs you get when it’s time for dinner. I’m talking about what you feel when you have missed more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Holiness

Guests

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 8, 2002

A sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper23 A srmon about a wedding feast and the guests not coming

21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 23 Matthew 22: 1-14 The Guests   1* ¶ And again Jesus spoke to them in parables, saying, 2* "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a marriage feast for his son, 3* and sent his servants to call those who were invited to the marriage feast; but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Please Pass The Salt Series

Contributed by Steven Platt on Nov 1, 2002

2nd in series titled "One Hit Wonders" looking at the 4 one chapter books in the NT. John warns us that love and truth must coexist. One without the other is dangerous.

Please Pass the Salt Read text - 2nd John Introduction: Have you ever lost something that you had worked hard for? Televangelists in the 80’s - Jim Baker, Gordon McDonald, Jimmy Swaggart Farmers - Flood of ’94, Many farmers planted, only to have the crops drowned out. Computer users - done a ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful Christians, A Dying Breed

Contributed by Paul Dehaan on Jun 14, 2003

A great message about being faithful to the things of life.

“Faithful Christians: A Dying Breed” Daniel 6:1-4 It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty princes, which should be over the whole kingdom; [2] And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give accounts unto them, and the king should ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Offering Of Isaac Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 18, 2005

Abraham was never closer to God than when told to sacrifice his son Isaac. Though anguished he was aware of God’s presence and promise. The offering of Isaac is the climax of Abraham’s life of faith; this was his “moment of truth”.

“The Offering of Isaac,” Genesis 22. Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Abraham was never closer to God than when told to sacrifice his son Isaac. Though anguished he was aware of God’s presence and promise. The offering of Isaac is the climax of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Congregational

Are You Serving A God Of Convenience?

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

America is a land of convenience and comfort. With this comes a great temptation to the people of God.

INTRO: I was pondering the other day about how truly blessed we as Americans are. Everything is so convenient. Think about it, you drive up to a pump and you slip in your credit card to pay without even going in the store. You can travel the world via the TV. You can find almost any fact you want ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:25-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God