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Facing Temptation Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 21, 2011

Jesus' encounter with Satan helps us to understand the power of temptations and ways to overcome it.

Matthew 4:1-11 “Facing Temptation” INTRODUCTION Video: “Temptation—Deep Thoughts By a Shallow Christian This brief video seems to echo the thoughts and actions of many people in our modern society. It is commonly believed that sin has no consequence and the resisting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

John The Baptizer: A Totally Different Kind Of Guy

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 10, 2009

This children’s lesson was used at an evening vespers hour at an elementary age youth camp. It deals with the ministry of John the Baptist

John the Baptizer: A totally different kind of guy! Matthew 3:1-6 (Have who ever is available come in before you and announce your coming in a loud voice like a town crier saying something like, “Now hear this! The most honorable reverend (insert your name here) is coming this way! Prepare to hear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Welcome To The Wilderness [population: You] Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Mar 4, 2009

Part 1 of 4 in our Lenten teaching series, "Survivorman." For more info, please visit www.newsongs.org

Luke 4:1-2 “Then Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan River. He was led by the Spirit in the wilderness, where he was tempted by the devil for forty days. Jesus ate nothing all that time and became very hungry.” :: Teaching Series This morning we begin a new teaching series, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-2

Denomination: *other

Christ Our Rock

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Christ Our Rock

Exodus 17:1-7 Christ Our Rock 1. A Picture in the Rock - 6 Behold, I will stand before thee there upon the rock in Horeb; and thou shalt smite the rock, and there shall come water out of it, that the people may drink. And Moses did so in the sight of the elders of Israel. (a) The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Holiness

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 18, 2021

This sermon is part of the Defining Jesus series about the "I AM" statements of Christ

IDENTIFYING JESUS I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD John 8:12 (NIV) When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." INTRODUCTION: OUR PASSAGE TODAY INCLUDES THE SECOND OF THE “I AM” ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting God In Solitude Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 27, 2017

God of the past, present and future

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Life-changing events happen on average days. “Moses was tending the flock” (Ex. 3:1). 2. Life-changing events happen to those who do their duty. “He led the flock” (3:1). 3. Life-changing events happen in out of the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Transformational Promise Of Isaiah 35 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 20, 2024

In Isaiah 35 we discover profound truths about God's power to bring forth beauty from desolation and to turn barrenness into abundance. As we explore this passage, may we be encouraged by the promise of transformation that God offers to His people.

The Transformational Promise of Isaiah 35 Introduction: On this day, let us journey through the vibrant imagery of Isaiah 35, where the prophet paints a picture of transformation, hope, and restoration. In these verses, we discover profound truths about God's power to bring forth beauty from ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-2, Isaiah 35:5-6, Isaiah 55:12, Psalm 103:3, Isaiah 35:8-10, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Thirst Of The Soul - Psalm 63 Part 3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 23, 2025

One attribute of God you won't see in the theology books, even though it is mentioned more often in the Bible than other, more celebrated attributes, is the food-likeness of God. And before you laugh--consider how often God compares himself to food and drink.

Psalm 63:1-5 A Psalm of David. When he was in the Desert of Judah. O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water. 2 Therefore I have seen you in the sanctuary and beheld your power and your glory. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1, Psalm 63:5

God As Shepherd

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 26, 2001

Year C Fourth Sunday of Easter May 6th, 2001 Psalm 23

Psalm 23 This has been called the “pearl” of the Psalter, one of just about everyone’s favorites. The beauty of its imagery has survived many translations down through the ages. Ironically, it is the translation of a verb in the last verse which makes it difficult to classify this psalm. In verse ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Living On Leftovers

Contributed by Joe Jones on Jan 13, 2002

Are leftovers really mentioned in the Bible? You bet they are!

For me there is always something exciting about coming to the end of another year. It marks completion for me, a conclusion to 12 months of the “daily grind”, hammering out life and blazing my own trail. It’s the transformation from what I was doing and who I presently am into what I can soon ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy In Suffering: Only The Redeemed Will Walk There

Contributed by Stephen Becker on Dec 22, 2007

A Christmas sermon of longsuffering and trust in God, through good times and in bad. A look at Christian suffering and how our walk with Christ changes our perspective, especially in light of Jesus’ suffering for us.

Joy In Suffering “Only the redeemed will walk there” Isaiah 35 Stephen H. Becker, M.Div. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church—Elk Grove, CA 3rd Sunday in Advent December 16, 2007—Evening Contemporary Worship In my secular job—my job outside of the church—I train people how to use some very ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Every Sunday Is Memorial Day Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on May 31, 2005

A look at how Christ died for our spiritual freedom and we should honor Him every Sunday

Every Sunday is Memorial Day “Does our Church Have Battle Casualties?” Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org SCRIPTURE READING 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Bible Church

Celebrating The Faithfulness Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 8, 2005

We know that God is faithful because the Bible tells us so, and we see His faithful track record.

Introduction A. Well, a lot has happened in each of our lives in the last three weeks, and even more so in the world. 1. Last Sunday when we met together, a major hurricane named Katrina was aiming its furry at New Orleans and the neighboring cities and states. 2. As you know so well, it came ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Sheperds? Why Us?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 4, 2002

Let’s ponder, why did God pick lowly shepherds to announce the birth of His Son?

WHY SHEPHERDS? WHY US? By Wade Martin Hughes, sr Kyfingers@aol.com The 23 Psalm and John: 1-18 and Luke 2: 8--20 Psalms 23 John 10: 4-5 I ponder today an amazing thought, Why did God announce the birth of the King to shepherds? I know we serve a wise and all knowing God, but there must be a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-7, Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trust Me Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Sep 24, 2009

The call to faith this morning is an invitation to trust God when you think everything is falling apart. In the midst of the difficulties you face, the pain you bear, or the darkness you stumble through, trust Father.

Keeping It Together When You’re Falling Apart Trust Me 1 John 5:1-5 Text from The Message: 4Every God-begotten person conquers the world’s ways. The conquering power that brings the world to its knees is our faith. Today’s message represents my final in a series called “Keeping it together when ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Salvation Army