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Memorial Service - "hope Through Grief"

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 12, 2021

Today's message is from a memorial service for a local pastor, and it's about having hope in the midst of our grief.

“Hope Through Grief” ** Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUEBPomU3iM I have found that in life there are enormous contradictions, and in way we simply don’t understand. And so we are faced with the question as to why, and how are we going to handle these losses that in our minds don’t make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Foursquare

Go! And Test The Prophets - Deuteronomy 18:22 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 3, 2025

In a world of social media influencers, self-proclaimed prophets, false teachers, and endless noise, we are bombarded with voices that claim to offer truth, hope, and direction. But not every voice is from God. Some may sound spiritual or wise, but they do not carry the authority of the Lord.

Go! And Test the Prophets - Deuteronomy 18:22 Opening Scripture Deuteronomy 18:22 (NLT): “If the prophet speaks in the Lord’s name but his prediction does not happen or come true, you will know that the Lord did not give that message. That prophet has spoken without my authority and need not be ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:22, Jeremiah 23:16, Numbers 23:19, Deuteronomy 18:18, Acts 3:22, Hebrews 1:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, 1 John 4:1, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Are You? Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

A reflective call for a modern generation to stop hiding behind progress and rediscover God’s presence through honest surrender.

A favorite game my boys used to play was hide-and-seek. They thought they were experts at it—but they usually hid in plain sight. One would crouch behind a curtain, little feet sticking out at the bottom. Another would dive under a blanket that looked suspiciously like a small, wiggling ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9, Psalm 139:7-10, John 1:14, Luke 19:10, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Go! And Broadcast Blessing - 2 Kings 7:9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 18, 2025

Imagine for a moment you are starving, desperate, surrounded by enemies, with no hope in sight. Then suddenly—without lifting a sword—you find yourself in a camp overflowing with food, treasure, and victory already won.

Go! And Broadcast Blessing - 2 Kings 7:9 2 Kings 7:9 (NLT): “Finally, they said to each other, ‘This is not right. This is a day of good news, and we aren’t sharing it with anyone! If we wait until morning, some calamity will certainly fall upon us. Come on, let’s go back and tell the people at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1, Romans 10:14, Mark 16:15, John 6:35, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Acts 4:12, Acts 17:30, Mark 1:15, Matthew 5:14, 2 Corinthians 5:20, 2 Kings 7:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

3 Spreading Positivity To Others Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Aug 25, 2025

Encouraging others and bring hope helps others and us

It's great to be able to share with you this message, as we wrap up our "Be Positive" series. Over the last few weeks, we've looked at what it looks like to have a more positive outlook, even when life feels heavy. We’ve explored how to change our focus and find positivity in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:9-18

The Power Of An Invitation! Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jul 8, 2025

As a church on mission this summer we want to be going, growing, loving, and inviting. When I say, inviting, I’m talking about a church that welcomes others, just like Jesus had welcomed us into His family for the glory of God (Rom 15:7).

Think about the power of an invitation. While I was growing up my parents would, many times, invite some of the neighborhood kids over for lunch or dinner or to celebrate the holidays with us. My parents always made room at the table. I had no idea at the time but years later they told me that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Protection In An Idolatrous Civilization Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 13, 2024

Even when humanity rebels, we still see a wonderful example of God's grace shown to His servants. Acts shows us again and again, and here in Ephesus it becomes very evident.

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 30 Godly protection in an idolatrous civilization Acts 19:21-41 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week, we unpacked what the bible teaches about Salvation and Revival -- These are more than ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-41, 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gather Up The Fragments

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 29, 2024

A sermon for the Season after Pentecost, Series B, Lectionary 17

July 28, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Ephesians 3:14-21; John 6:1-21 Gather up the Fragments Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Gather up the fragments left over, so that nothing may be lost.” Leftovers. I’m a ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21, Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Express Our Gratitude?

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 18, 2024

This sermon, which was taken from many sources, shows many ways to express our gratitude.

Opening: Rudyard Kipling was a great writer and poet whose writings we have all enjoyed. Unlike many old writers, Kipling was one of the few who had the opportunity to enjoy his success while he lived. He also made a great deal of money at his trade. One day a newspaper reporter came to him and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:16, Ephesians 5:19, Ephesians 4:25, Matthew 22:37, 1 John 4:10, 1 John 4:19, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, Matthew 20:28, John 10:10, 1 Chronicles 29:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overview Of Acts Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Apr 19, 2002

Acts- the ’acts’ of who? ‘The continuing Acts of Jesus, to the glory of the Father, by the power of the HS, through Christians… to the end of the earth”

Acts overview Acts 1:1-11 WBC 21/4/2 am ACTS Such an important book! Without it wouldn’t know: - who Paul is (or that once called Saul). His background - background of many of the churches that our epistles are written to - how they came into being - Galatian, Ephesian, Philppian churches. Those ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 17, 2001

People need to hear the Word of God and then they need to be taught the Word of God.

Discipleship Intro- Are You Comfortable. I. Paul’s’ exposition (Romans 10:12-18). He expounds upon the Great Commission. People need to hear the Word of God and then they need to be taught the Word of God. People will not know the Word of God if someone does not approach them with the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:12-18

Denomination: Methodist

A Commitment To Integrity Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 13, 2001

Why is integrity important?

How important is integrity? * Is integrity just a quaint relic of an earlier time, a simpler time when people could be trusted and a man’s word was his bond? * Is integrity just for the naïve, the innocent, those who don’t understand how the real world works? Or is it perhaps just for the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Gambling With The Cross

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

Far too many people are playing around the edge of faith and gambling with the cross

Gambling with the Cross Luke 23:26-43 Good Friday Service April 10, 1998 Introduction I. Poem by George MacLeod A. We have come to commemorate the crucifixion: We need to put this event into perspective, focus needs to be on content not cosmetics - we want to look good, focus on christ rather than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Church Of God

My Lord And My God

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Dec 20, 2000

Thomas as Everyman: Doubting Thomas or Believing Thomas?

Assessed Sermon: Easter 2, RCL Year A: John 20:19-31 “My Lord and My God” In the name of the +Father, the Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Thomas must have felt that he had a bit of a raw deal. For he really missed out on that first Easter Sunday. Thomas must be the definitive everyman, for there is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Hasty Decisions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

Hasty Decisions lead to regret

Unit 9 – Family Lesson 23 – Esau’s Choice – Genesis 25:19-34 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how to avoid making impulsive decisions that they will later regret. 2. Explanation of the Aim: Hasty decisions often lead to regrets. In our lesson today we try to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational