Sermons on Deuteronomy 30:11-30:

Freed

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Nov 15, 2000

We as the people of God have been healed, saved, and freed to be those who bring healing and salvation to the world

God has always wanted a relationship with humanity. If we look from the beginning of our faith history, from the account of creation to the very end of the scriptures, in Revelation, it becomes apparent that God desires to have his dwelling with us. This is the story of the tabernacle, this is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34, Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Brethren

"The 1st & 2nd Greatest Commandments"

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002

This sermon shows the priority that the Word of God gives to loving God, and loving others.

THE TWO GREATEST COMMANDMENTS Text: Matthew 22:34-40 "But when the Pharisees had heard that he had put the Sadducees to silence, they were gathered to- gether. Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked him a question, tempting him, and saying, Master, which is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Baptist

Journey To The Promise Land

Contributed by Brian Menear on Jun 14, 2007

How do I cross my own river Jordan and get to the Promise Land?

Journey To The Promise Land (NIV) Genesis 12:1-3 GE 12:1 The LORD had said to Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you.GE 12:2 "I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wise Families Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 22, 2007

Part 3 in a series from Proverbs dealing with family relations.

Wise Families I. Introduction A. God has established three human institutions in the world 1. Marriage and the home – Genesis 2:18-25 2. Human government – Genesis 9:1-6, Daniel 4:17-25, Romans 13:1-7 3. The church – Acts 2, 20:28, 1 Timothy 3:14-15 B. Of these three, the home is the most ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Pleasant Mother

Contributed by Donato Solano on Aug 8, 2006

What are the characteristics of a pleasant mother? Let us consider Naomi, not just because her name means “pleasant” but also because she demonstrated it in her life.

INTRODUCTION “I wish I was dead. I wish I could kill my mother, too.” Says a note I found inserted in one the books at secondhand books Book Store. I think that one who wrote that note has an unpleasant mother. What are the characteristics of a pleasant mother? Let us consider Naomi, not just ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Bible Say About Divorce And Remarriage?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 16, 2005

This message looks at the major passages in the Bible on this difficult subject.

- “A divorce is like an amputation: you survive, but there’s less of you.” - Margaret Atwood. We will look at what the Old Testament has to say about divorce and remarriage, then what Jesus has to say, then what Paul has to say. We’ll follow up with how that all comes together in specific ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

'the Importance Of A Diligent Spirit'

Contributed by James Mcgee on Feb 27, 2008

The importance of maintaining a diligent spirit towards God and His kingdom in our everyday lives.

“ The Importance of Having a Diligent Spirit ” Psalms 119:4 ‘Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently’ 1- The word diligent is a biblical word that is used to express the need to show great care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties in spiritual matters. To be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Results

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007

When we make decisions according to a results model, we will find we have walked away from God’s plan and are lumbering down the path of ultimate destruction.

Passage: 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Intro: Wouldn’t it be nice to know for certain the results of every decision we made, before we made it?! 1. college choice, career path, stock purchase, marriage partner, location, etc. 2. we are obsessed with results, and the marketing community knows this. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Caleb: The Man That Found The Fountain Of Youth

Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 9, 2009

Caleb’s life is a amazing example of faith in the promises of God and shows us how when we obide in Christ how He always provides.

Caleb The Man Who Found the Fountain of Youth Joshua 14:11 Introduction The bible contains a great number of little known big men. They are unknown and unsung. Caleb is one of these great men of God. Caleb is right up there next to Joshua. Caleb was a great man of faith. Listen to the words ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:11

Denomination: Baptist

Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

The purpose of the church What is the purpose of Harvest Community Church? 1 Corinthians 9 16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! A divinely ca

The purpose of the church What is the purpose of Harvest Community Church? 1 Corinthians 9 16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Spend Time In The Word?

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Dec 29, 2004

God commands us to spend time in His word. That is the only reason we need. But He did not stop with giving a command. He has given us more, literally dozens of more reasons to spend time in the Word.

"Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it." Joshua 1:8 God commands us to spend time in His word (see also: Ezekiel 3:10, 44:5, 2 Timothy 2:15). That is the only reason we need. But He did not ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth And Physical Blessing

Contributed by David Dailey on May 26, 2003

Obedience and Blessing Go Hand In Hand

Exodus 15:26. And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the Lord thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:26, Exodus 23:25-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pursuit Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Apr 30, 2008

We can only be odedient to God if we fully carry out what He tells us to do.

Series: Joshua Text: Joshua 10:16-28 Title: “Pursuit of Obedience” I. Avoiding Distractions (16-21) Vv. 16-18 • The first thing Joshua does is to access the situation and take care of those things of first importance. o Joshua and the children of Israel have the 5 kings sealed inside the cave ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:16-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Bridegroom Comes

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 6, 2013

The Baptism of the Lord should be seen as the coming of Jesus, the Bridegroom of the Church.

Baptism of the Lord 13 January 2012 The Bridegroom Comes Today’s feast, the Baptism of Jesus, is the midpoint of a two-week festival called Epiphany, or “manifestation.” It begins with the Feast of the Three Kings, and their gifts of gold, incense and myrrh to Mary and Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22

Denomination: Catholic

Stability In The Land

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 3, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you stable in your land? Do you pay your taxes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that stability or security in the land is done by the LORD GOD not our own. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 25:18 (New Liv

I. EXORDIUM: Are you stable in your land? Do you pay your taxes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that stability or security in the land is done by the LORD GOD not our own. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 25:18 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “If you want to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 25:18

Denomination: Pentecostal