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The Tale Of Two Hero-Cowards

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Aug 23, 2011

REMEMBER GOD'S PROMISES/BLESSINGS AND TRUST HIM AMIDST YOUR CURRENT CHALLENGES

THE TALE OF TWO HERO-COWARDS Introduction: This morning, I want us to take a look at two great figures in the Bible- one is from the Old Testament, who was named ‘Jehovah is my God’- i.e. Elijah (and the meaning of his name is actually ‘Jehovah is my God’). The other is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Come And See Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 17, 2011

Christianity is experiential. Jesus invites John's disciples to come and see. He invites us to come and see, also. When we look expecting to see Jesus we see him all around us. The Holy Spirit transforms us and excites us when we see Jesus.

John 1:29-42 “Come and See” INTRODUCTION In a few moments, we’re going to flash a picture on the screen. I’d like you to count how many saguaro cactus there are in the picture. We’ll give you ten seconds to count them. Are you ready? [Show picture] Now, can you ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Horse Sense Without The Horse Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2012

We should never assume that common sense is common. We all have gaps in our wisdom spectrum, and we all need to review to stay sharp. Today we will look at four obvious bits of divine advice.

Horse Sense Without the Horse Proverbs 20:15-18 1. I like horses okay, but they I am not a horse-person. 2. But for much of history, horses were crucial. As a result, we have developed a lot of idioms involving horses. 3. “Many terms and phrases in the English language harken back to a time not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:15-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Divine Blueprint For Revival

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

THE DIVINE BLUEPRINT FOR REVIVAL

2 CHRON 7:12 - 22 THE DIVINE BLUEPRINT FOR REVIVAL 1. THE PEOPLE ADDRESSED 14 “If my people, which are called by my name… A. GOD’S PEOPLE ARE A DIVINELY CALLED PEOPLE. 1. A CALLED OUT PEOPLE. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-22

Denomination: Holiness

Why Should I Be Baptized? Series

Contributed by Stephen Brown on Jan 4, 2016

Is water baptism really necessary? If so, why?

To be in the military, there must first be a mutual agreement. They recognize your potential and then you count the cost of serving them. This is followed by an oath of commitment and submission to the military in accordance with their established regulations. Following this process, if you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Word As Power Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 22, 2011

God gives us the word as power, if we believe, to become a child of God and to inherit the benefits of his children.

Sunday, December 7, 2008 The Word as Power Text: John 1: 1 - 12 This Advent Season we will focus upon the theme “What God Gives” It’s derived from the well known scripture – John 3: 16 – “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Stay The Course Sermon I: The Christian's Motivation For Staying The Course Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 27, 2020

When we Christians find ourselves having to contend with enemies of the Lord God, living for Jesus God's Son and our Savior in a hostile environment is both advisable and doable.

THE CHRISTIAN'S MOTIVATION FOR STAYING THE COURSE TO THE FINISH A fond memory of my father-in-law was a remark he made to me at the age of 85 as he signed on the dotted line of a contract for the purchase of his new car: "Well, that ought to do me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:1-8

Plan On It

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 24, 2019

Generally, we hunger to know God. Sometimes we settle for knowing things about Him, but the power of the Christian walk is not in head knowledge or traditions but in the intimate relationship with God as we walk with Him

1. I am more and more aware that God is often quiet in our day to day lives a. I would love to have a special revelation and words from God like the prophets have had. b. Elijah’s still small voice may have been mere “baby talk” and not discernible to Him. 2. It is important to remember that God is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:4-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Empty Tomb

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 7, 2022

The tomb is empty and over it Christ proclaims, "I am the resurrection and the life."

October 08, 2022 The disciples had given up everything to follow Jesus. And in the beginning, it had all seemed worth it. Because He was popular – they were popular. They were riding hi on the coattails of Jesus the Messiah. They had believed His words to be true – He would be king, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:2-6, Luke 24:1-9, John 20:3-16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Parasite Of Weariness...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 6, 2021

Weariness will grow and become a fatal parasite that destroys a productive life. Common sense is not real common any more.

LADEN? THE PARASITE OF WEARINESS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com COMMON SENSE AIN’T TO COMMON ANY MORE. Cancer is a parasite. Cancer lives and grows at the benefit derived by taking the life and nutrients at the expense of another… CANCER TAKES AND TAKES WHILE GIVING ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31, 2 Thessalonians 3:13, Philippians 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

New Year's 02 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Jan 14, 2006

Have you ever thought what would have happened if Noah had stopped the work on the Ark for ONLY six months, while he tried to better his community????? He and his family would have been lost.... AND you and I would not be around!!!!

Because Longhorn football has been elevated to #1 in the nation, this year, I thought it would be good to review some football terminology. Here is some football theology compiled from several reference works including the ‘Religious Broadcasting’ magazine. Backfield-in-Motion - Making a trip to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Illustrated Mothers' Day Lesson

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 3, 2002

This is an illustrated Mother’s day lesson.

LESSON FOR MOTHERS’ DAY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Genesis 3:20 And Adam called his wife name Eve; because she was the MOTHER of all living. HONOR THY FATHER AND MOTHER: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. Exo. 20:12 The foolish ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12, Proverbs 10:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bubble Boy

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

A sermon on how to break free from your bubble and step out of your comfort zone.

Bubble Boy How To Break Free From Your Bubble 8/25/04 I. Introduction Play clip (Bubble Boy breaks free…end “dog poo…this is AWESOME!”) The movie, Bubble Boy, is a coming-of-age comedy following the life of Jimmy Livingston, a young man born without immunities and raised in a manufactured world ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get A Grip By Letting Go

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 13, 2007

Money makes a good servant but a lousy master... God’s will is that we master our money.

Title: Get a Grip by Letting Go Text: I Chronicles 29:10-17 Thesis: Money makes a good servant, but a lousy master… so if you want a life that counts, master your money. (I used a sermon written by Bryan Wilkerson titled Finding Financial Freedom as a springboard in developing this message. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Rag-Tag Army

Contributed by Robert Harting on Sep 27, 2006

Applies to Christian Warfare and our responsibility to God.

“GOD’S RAG-TAG ARMY!” (MARK 6:30-34) Good Morning!! What a beautiful day this is! We are in the House of God and we should be over-joyed to be able to be here! We should also be over-joyed at the prospect of getting out in the world and sharing the love and mercy of God with all we come into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Baptist