Sermons on Defining Moment:

The Character Of A Disciple: Joy Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 16, 2018

There is something about doing the right thing that brings a “joy” … a sense of peace, assurance, righteousness … that comes from doing the right thing for the right reason … whatever may befall us as we do the right thing for right reason.

THE CHARACTER OF A DISCIPLE: JOY Scripture: 1st Peter 1:3-9 We are all familiar with the horrors that Jesus went through during His arrest and crucifixion: The betrayal. Being abandoned by His Disciples and followers. Dragged before angry and determined religious authorities. The beatings. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, Matthew 6:19-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Gifted (Part Nine) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 16, 2018

We've been covering the manifestation gifts of 1st Cor. 12:7-11. Today we finish up the list by looking at the gifts of discernment and speaking in and interpreting tongues. [prophecy is in this list but that was covered when I did Rom. 12:6-8.]

GIFTED (part nine) We've been covering the manifestation gifts of 1st Cor. 12:7-11. Today we finish up the list. 1) Discernment. We all need to have discernment, but those who are gifted in discernment have an increased awareness and ability to distinguish between the spirit of truth and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-18, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10, 1 Kings 3:5-14, 1 Corinthians 12:12-19, 1 Corinthians 12:26-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Opportunity

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 21, 2018

Each opportunity we have we need to take advantage and do what we can. The harvest fields are great and they are white, Are we ready to apply great effort for the cross? How sad the words: LOST OPPORTUNITIES?

OPPORTUNITY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (This is a two or three part lesson.) Opportunity: to take advantage of suitable situations to accomplish something, the chance to get something done, chance to advance or make progress, TEXT: Galatians 6:10 As we have therefore ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:37-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

They May Not Break Bones But Words Can Still Hurt. Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 23, 2018

Taming the tongue is vital to healthy communication in marriage.

OPENING SENTENCE: I was surprised when I heard some time ago that scholar Ruth Tucker was divorcing her husband for domestic violence. INTRODUCTION: Most of you probably don’t know who Ruth Tucker is. She was a Ph.D. missions’ professor at Trinity Evangelical Seminary and is considered by many to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Commandments Part 9 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 29, 2018

Part nine of this series focuses on the ninth commandment, "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor." This message examines the reality of how prevalent lying is in the world today.

The Ten Commandments – Part 9 Scriptures: Exodus 20:16; Proverbs 3:5-7; Hebrews 6:18; John 8:44; Ephesians 5:8 Has someone ever asked you how they looked in some clothes and you, not wanting to hurt their feelings, told them they looked fine? Has someone asked you how you are feeling, and you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Got The Wrong Ebenezer

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 1, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 7: 1 – 17

1 Samuel 7: 1 – 17 You got the wrong Ebenezer 7 Then the men of Kirjath Jearim came and took the ark of the LORD, and brought it into the house of Abinadab on the hill, and consecrated Eleazar his son to keep the ark of the LORD. 2 So it was that the ark remained in Kirjath Jearim a long time; it ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus Makes An Entrance Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 7, 2018

Palm Sunday

JESUS MAKES AN ENTRANCE John and his friend George went golfing together one Saturday morning as they had for 24 years. They were fanatics about their golf game. Later that day, John returned home completely exhausted and plopped down in his easy chair. His wife was quite concerned since he was ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Don't Prolong Your Wilderness Seasons

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Aug 9, 2018

No one enjoys being in a wilderness season. Here's how to not prolong it.

I used to take a fair number of road trips. I took personal trips, too, but I traveled with my work as well, for about ten years. I always planned my trips carefully to avoid rush hours in large cities, and to be able to stay in a safe place each night. In order to make reservations for each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1, Deuteronomy 8:2, Exodus 16:3, Numbers 14:2, Numbers 11:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 12, 2018

Exploring the Relationship between Jesus as shepherd and humanity as sheep

The Good Shepherd CCCAG August 12th, 2018 Gospel of John Series Scripture- John 10:1-21 Intro: Back when I first went into the reserves, I went out looking for a job. Unfortunately, my military job being an infantryman did not translate well into civilian culture. The only jobs I could find or ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church As A Hospital

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 12, 2018

Many churches are no more than museums or Country-Clubs, unable to help those in need. Jesus wants the church to be like a hospital, not to judge, but to bring healing and positive direction. Do what Jesus did!

THE CHURCH AS A HOSPITAL Mark 2:13-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Giving to God 1. The Junior Sunday School Teacher asked her eight eager 10 year-olds if they would give a $1,000,000 to the missionaries. “Yes!” they all screamed! 2. “Would you give $1,000?” Again, they shouted “YES!” How about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Alabaster Box

Contributed by Pastor Henry Nilam on Aug 23, 2018

Jesus Anointed by a notorious Woman before HIS burial

I would like to read two scriptures where same incident is written but one place is very brief and other place is in quite detail but where this incident mentioned briefly there in fact two sentences are very powerful which missed in detailed record. Hallelujah Matthew 26:7-13 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:7-13, Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fate Of The Selfish Rich Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 23, 2018

Message 24 in our exposition of James where James excoriates the selfish rich.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Fate of the Selfish Rich” REVIEW this is our 24th excursion in front of the mirror of God’s word. James serves as a mirror to examine the true nature of our trust in God. So far, we have explored several life categories requiring a faith response. James ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Treasure Principle Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 31, 2018

Matthew 6:19-21 teaches us that you can't take treasures with you to heaven, but you can send them ahead of you.

Scripture Today I am beginning a new series of messages that I am calling, “Lay Up Treasures in Heaven.” Much of the material in this series of messages is based on a book by Randy Alcorn that is titled, The Treasure Principle. I would like to read the introduction to you: All your life, you’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choosing The Painful Will Of God Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 10, 2018

How God uses the bad times to shape us into the image of Christ

Choosing The Painful Will of God CCCAG September 9th, 2018 Today I’m going to cover a difficult topic. (Title) Scripture- John 12:23-36 Intro: Today’s message will have a lot of build up before we get to the meat of the scripture we are focusing on, but please bear with me because it’s ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sibling Rivalry Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 23, 2018

Sibling rivalry starts with one person feeling they've been slighted. They deserved to be treated better. And expect this kind of rivalry in children - it's when we become adults that this desire to "be the star" can destroy families, churches and relationships.

OPEN: Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVI2fX-1uPU That clip was from a popular TV series called “This Is Us” where a couple of the main actors (brothers Kevin and Randall) get into a fight. The scene is an excellent example of a common conflict most families experience called ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ