Sermons on Dependance:

The Sin That Entangles Us All

Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 23, 2009

The greatest sin that Christians face today and have been facing since the days of Moses, is Unbelief. We have limited ourselves to the power and grace of God.

The Sin that Entangles Us So Easily Hebrews 12:1 Introduction Most of us have what we call “an entangling sin.” By an entangling sin we refer to some personal weakness or shortcoming. Usually we justify or explain our reason for tolerating this sin to the extent that our conscience does not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Being Thankful For The Opportunity To Serve

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 22, 2010

This message was preached as part of a series dealing with thankfulness, and looks at our being thankful for the privilege of serving.

BEING THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE MATT 25: 14-16,35;28:19-20 Matthew 25:14-16 "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. 15 To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-35

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Fool Am I? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 29, 2018

Solomon offers us some realizations about the fool — realizations that can help us deal with foolish people, deliver us from being fools, or help find our way from foolishness to wisdom.

What Kind of Fool Am I? (Proverbs 26:1, 3-12) 1. Arrogance and foolishness go together. A strong young man at the construction site was bragging that he could outdo anyone in a feat of strength. He made a special case of making fun of Morris, one of the older workmen. After several minutes, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Uses Our Personality Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 14, 2018

Many of our conflicts arise because we have different personalities, and thus different perspectives. When an issue comes up — especially one that is neither black or white — we tend to latch onto the response dictated by our personality.

God Uses Our Personality! (Acts 15:36-41) 1. Happy Mother’s Day to our moms! We appreciate you. 2. Moms have a variety of personalities. Here is a true account: My mother is always trying to understand what motivates people, especially those in her family. One day she and my sister were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Tumbleweed On The Prairiethis Mesage Gives The Contrast Between A Personl

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 12, 2018

This message is a contrast been a person who lives life for himself without any thought of God and his ways to the one who is guided by the Holy Spirit to remain connecte to the True Vine, Jesus. That person is fruitful and productive throughout his life

A Tumbleweed on the Prairie “Cursed is the strong one who depends on mere humans, who thinks he can make it on muscle alone and set God aside as dead weight. He’s like a tumbleweed on the prairie, out of touch with the good earth. He lives rootless and aimless in a land where nothing grows. But ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Denomination: Methodist

“i Am The Light Of The World” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 14, 2013

What does it mean to follow Jesus, the light of the world?

John tells us that Jesus spoke these words during the Feast of Tabernacles (John 7:2). On the evening of the first day, there was a ceremony called the “Illumination of the Temple” which involved the ritual lighting of four golden oil-fed lamps in the Court of Women. These lamps were ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Minors' Lessons That Have Major Impact Vi: Joy - Learned From "who Knows" Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 16, 2019

Christians need a renewal of vows to be and do what God would have His people to be and do, for which are promised positive outcomes that bring glory to God and rejoicing by God's people.

MINORS’ LESSONS THAT HAVE MAJOR IMPACT VI: JOY – Learned from “Who Knows?” Based on Zechariah 9-14 They had been through so much. Throughout their entire history, the people of God fought for survival. It ...read more

Experiencing Successful Ministry In Difficult Times

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 24, 2021

It has been said, “God didn’t call us to be successful, he called us to be faithful.” Yet in John 15, Jesus speaks of examination, inspection, and fruitfulness. He speaks of bearing fruit, more fruit, and much fruit that God maybe glorified.

What is success? General view of success is defined as fulfilling your role in ministry. It is trusting that your employer has placed you in a position where can achieve the God-given goals for your life, and you work faithfully toward completing those individual duties as effectively as possible ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Relying On God Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jan 11, 2022

Blessed are the poor in spirit - God is pleased when we rely on Him.

Relying on God lanny smith Reboot / Dependence; Pride / Matthew 5:3   • Old saying that “God helps those who help themselves.” Attrib. to Ben Franklin but actually from an earlier source from the 1600. • In fact, different cultures across 100’s of years have had similar sayings. From Buddhism, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3, Romans 12:1-3, Romans 3:23, Matthew 6:31-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Reality Of Jesus' Resurrection Body Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 28, 2012

Jesus proved the great reality of His resurrection body. He showed that He really did arise from the dead. Death had been conquered and men could now live forever.

Jesus proved the great reality of His resurrection body. He showed that He really did arise from the dead. Death had been conquered and men could now live forever. Let’s get right into the passage. READ 1-3. Let’s note some things about these verses. First, the word ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Look For In Faith? Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Dec 1, 2014

a different perspective of faith

What do you look for in faith? What do you see? Text: Heb. 11:1 Intro: 1. Three simple questions challenge us daily in multitudes of ways: What do you believe? Why do you believe? How do you express that belief? 2. Faith is not a random, isolated topic confined to religion, but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Protesting Prophet Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 31, 2022

Jonah sinned and ran from God; the sailors were spared and came to God.

Fear of God – Scared 1:3 In verses 1-3: Jonah is referenced in 2 Kings 14:25. He prophesied during the rule of Jeroboam II, the king of Israel from 703-753 B.C. He might have been one of the youthful prophets of the school referenced regarding Elisha's service (2 Kings 2:3). Jonah was called ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Galatians Overview Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022

Freedom comes from God’s grace, not man’s rules of order

This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-26, Galatians 6:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living A Full And Blessed Life SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

The pursuit of Happiness is a common goal for all human beings. God's Word should be and is the guide to achieving this Happiness and Psalm 37, written by King David, gives us wise advice on how not only to seek but to obtain Happiness.

The Pursuit of Happiness: Insights from Psalm 37 The pursuit of happiness is a universal goal for all human beings. The Declaration of Independence of the United States recognizes this in its famous phrase: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-5

Topics: Trust

Spread Your Cloak Over Me

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 5, 2023

Boaz is compared to Jesus Christ. Ruth can be compared with you. We are asking Jesus to extend to us his love, protection, mercy and his kingdom and adopt the role of family head.

“I am Ruth, your slave,” she replied. “Spread your cloak over me, for you are a family redeemer.” Ruth 3:8 Spread your cloak over me means extend your protection, heritage, blessing, and love over me. Let me take refuge in your shelter. Make me part of your family and heritage. Take the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:8, Ruth 3:9