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Look Beyond The Visible Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 27, 2021

Your mental picture determines your mental focus.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF NO 010 So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. The things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever. 2 Corinthians 4:18 NLT LOOK BEYOND THE VISIBLE Paul is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Revelation 21:4

Denomination: Charismatic

Looking Back On 2020

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Dec 22, 2020

We can end 2020 well if we keep focused on God and not our circumstances.

Looking Back on 2020 December 27, 2020 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We can end 2020 well if we keep focused on God and not our circumstances. Focus Passage: John 21:20-22 Introduction: We are certainly tempted to throw 2020 in the garbage and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

"I Am About To Do A New Thing;” Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Mar 31, 2022

Understand the same God who brought this people out of the land of Egypt is not yet done with them. Babylon is not an end but rather, an opportunity for God to display his power and his grace to his people once again.

The book of Isaiah is divided into three sections: (1) events leading up to the captivity and exile in Babylon, (2) redemption and restoration (Comfort), and (3) the Messianic Reign. Today’s message comes from the Messianic Reign and describes the suffering servant. Today’s reading is the first ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21

Denomination: United Methodist

How Elizabeth Encouraged Mary Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 23, 2020

Mary has just received overwhelming news. To whom does she look? Elizabeth is the only one in the world that she knows of also dealing with a miraculous birth, so she quickly turns to her. How can we encourage others like Elizabeth encouraged Mary?

SOMEONE ELSE: Mary was encouraged by what God was doing in Elizabeth’s life. - Luke 1:36, 39. - Mary had gotten mind-blowing news. Why did the angel mention Elizabeth? Because Elizabeth had gone through something similar. Certainly it was not a virgin pregnancy, but it nonetheless was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:34-41

Denomination: Baptist

Batteries Not Included #3 Joy Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 14, 2020

Joy is fruit of the Spirit creating the realistic Pollyanna Christian response - everything is going to be alright because Jesus has come and will return.

Two weeks ago, we began a new series entitled: Batteries Not Included. There is nothing more frustrating than wanting play with your new toys and finding out the package had this hidden line - batteries not included. 2020 seems to be a gift without batteries. How do find hope, peace, joy and love ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Herald Of Light

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 14, 2020

John came as a herald to the Light of the World. He calls us to be the same.

December 13, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Isaiah 61:1-4; John 1:6-8, 19-28 The Herald of Light Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. We’re well into the season of Advent now. This brief season uses the beloved ritual of lighting ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, Isaiah 61:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

To Live To Give Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 24, 2024

I’ve found over the years that the Lord is constantly turning things upside down. That's the way He gets things rightside up.

Fifth Sunday of Easter 2024 The psalm that we sang or heard just a little while ago, our responsorial today–does anyone remember the first words of the whole psalm in Scripture? It’s Psalm 22. The last time we encountered it this year was during Holy Week. The first words were spoken by Jesus from ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, 1 John 3:18-24, Acts 9:26-31, Acts 20:35, Matthew 7:1, Psalm 22:26-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Do Everything Decent And In Order

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Dec 28, 2024

God’s Big Idea: “Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior” (2 Tim. 2:16, NLT).

Prayer: Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. In times like these, Oh Lord, we recognize that we need decency and order. Consequently, as we move forward, we humble ourselves before your mighty throne and ask for Your strength to see us through these trying times. Lord Jesus, we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:16, 1 Corinthians 14:33, 1 Corinthians 14:40

Denomination: Other

Impossibe Odds Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Mar 21, 2024

Did you read something new in God’s Word-past week? ‌ Something familiar with new eyes? ‌ Did you share God’s Word with someone this week?

Early last week, I was thinking about the last 12 months or so, of what has been going on @ CPC. My reminiscing began about 4 years ago, as we were planning the official launch of CPC, scheduled for January 2020. As a church, we were growing in size, as well as in our walk with God. We had our ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4-11

Sure Rewards

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 22, 2024

Rewards are promised for those who fear the name of the Lord. Amen. A Christian name plate on your forehead is not enough, you need to fear God in all your ways

REWARDS Revelation 11:18” “The nations were angry, but your wrath came, and the time for the dead to be judged, and for rewarding your servants, the prophets and saints, and those who fear your name, both small and great, and for destroying the destroyers of the earth” 1) FEAR OF GOD: Look at ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Membership: Our Covenant Promises Series

Contributed by Chris Baker on Nov 24, 2020

A sermon on our membership covenant

? ? Introduction Good morning, Church! Take your Bibles and turn to Hebrews 10. We make it our practice to preach through books of the Bible during our gatherings here at FBC. But, we’re pausing that practice for a few weeks to talk about our practice of membership. What does it mean to belong ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Mary Did You Know? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 27, 2024

Christmas always has a rhythm to it! Something happens at this time of year – some call it the magic of Christmas or the Christmas Spirit. But Christmas brings a rhythm with it.

Series: Rhythms of Christmas: What are rhythms? A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound. Thesis: Christmas always has a rhythm to it! Something happens at this time of year – some call it the magic of Christmas or the Christmas Spirit. But Christmas brings a rhythm with it. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:19, James 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Integrity In Times Like These

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 21, 2023

God is serious about our lives and His judgment. Live like it!

Integrity in Times like These When God established an earthly monarchy for Israel, He prohibited anointing a king from outside the nation. Moses told the Hebrews in Deuteronomy 15:14-15 (NKJV): 14 “When you come to the land which the LORD your God is giving you, and possess it and dwell in it, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 21:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiments In Forgiving Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 11, 2021

In Matthew 5:38-42 we see Jesus presenting us God’s standard as an Experiment for us in Forgiving. Jesus outlines: 1) The Principle of Mosaic Law (Matthew 5:38), and gives four illustrations on: 2) The Perspective of Divine Truth (Matthew 5:39-42).

Matthew 5:38-42 [38]"You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.'[39] But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. [40] And if anyone would sue you and take your tunic, let ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Other

Gentleness - Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 4, 2001

Do you know any "Very Draining People" who say things that set you on edge, & you’re convinced that they enjoy doing it?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE A. Do you know any VDPs, "Very Draining People?" They’re the kind who say things that set you on edge, & you’re convinced that they enjoy doing it? They come into your home & say, "Where did you find that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ