Sermons on Devotion:

The Mission-Driven Life (Col. 4:2–6) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015

Exposition of Col. 4:2–6

The Mission-Driven Life “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. Be wise in the way you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

House Party Series

Contributed by Brian Keith on Jun 17, 2013

Impact City is a siren to today's church, encouraging both the new and mature Believer to consider being multi-task oriented when engaging with lost people who feel disconnected from the local church. A focus on the Great Commision and Mission is the key.

Scripture Reading: John 2:13 And the Jews' passover was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.14 And found in the temple those that sold oxen and sheep and doves, and the changers of money sitting: 15 And when he had made a scourge of small cords, he drove them all out of the temple, and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-14, John 2:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Study Of Psalm 5 And 6 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 11, 2017

These two Psalms give us two very specific challenges: What/who we worship is what we rejoice about … so do we worship God? For us, there is nothing more powerful or restorative than confession of sin, and we need to do that more and more.

A Study of Psalm 5 and 6 Psalm 5-6 Introduction - Psalms broken into 5 books, covered an extensive time period - Gathered together as songs of praise & words of encouragement/warning - We are studying book 1, Psalm 1-41 … then will move to something else - There are psalms of wisdom, royal ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-10, Psalm 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Study Of Psalm 8 And 9 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 16, 2017

David was a man who suffered much; but his heart’s direction was clear: “Lord, you are great and mighty and deserve all of my praise and honor!” Can we say the same?

A Study of Psalm 8 and 9 Psalm 8 and 9 Introduction - Psalms broken into 5 books, covered an extensive time period - Gathered together as songs of praise & words of encouragement/warning - We are studying book 1, Psalm 1-41 … then will move to something else - There are psalms of wisdom, royal ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9, Psalm 9:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 4 - Ephesus: The Church That Lost Its Love Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 23, 2020

n Revelation 2, Jesus has a message to the church at Ephesus. He commends what the do right but then admonishes them that they have lost their first love. They must remember, repent, and return to their first love. And so must we as Christ followers.

This message was recorded on May 10, 2020, in Winchester, Virginia, and is part of the sermon series, Overcomers. _____ Pastor Brad Reaves Grace Community Church Discover: http://www.gracecommunity.com Watch: https://youtu.be/MH0Q_rhT4eE I want you to picture with me an older couple ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, John 3:20, Acts 19:17, Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 12:1, 1 John 5:4-5, Matthew 5:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

This Is A Football

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 2, 2023

A message about getting back to the fundamentals of the church.

This Is A Football Dismiss Grove KIDZ MGCC - welcome to day 8 of the year 2023! 178 hours down... 8,582 hours still to go. 10,680 minutes down... 514,920 minutes still to go. My point... the new year has only just begun! YEAH – there are so many blank pages of life just waiting for you and I to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Commendations And Instructions - Philippians, Part 6 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 4, 2022

- Paul’s reminders are clear, and his encouragement is always before us: Legal worship was outward: based on acts, restricted to certain times and places and - Christian worship begins internally, it flows from the workings of the Holy Spirit (within us).

“Commendations and Instructions” - Philippians, Part 6 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 6 Philippians 2:25 – 3:4 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-30, Philippians 3:1-4, Romans 16:18, Romans 12:1, Colossians 2:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Approaching The New Year With A Godly Focus

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 3, 2022

Lots of people celebrate New Year’s in different ways. And in addition of celebrating, sometimes we set new goals for ourselves. The fact is, it is an opportunity for a new start; fresh ideas, even setting a renewed vision. But, what if our focus was solely on what God would have us do?

Approaching the New Year with a Godly Focus Psalm 145:1-21 Introduction - Lots of people celebrate New Year’s in different ways -- And in addition of celebrating, sometimes we set new goals for ourselves -- FACT: It is an opportunity for a new start; fresh ideas; even renewed vision -- Over ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21, Romans 14:7-8, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Motives Are Weighed By The Lord Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 2, 2023

Cultivate a good motive anytime you pray. God's answer is primarily dependent on the motive behind what you are asking Him.

OASIS WORD DEVOTIONAL Verse Of The Day: We can make our own plans, but the Lord gives the right answer. Proverbs 16:1 (NLT) Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Motives Are Weighed By The Lord Cultivate a good motive anytime you pray. God's answer is primarily dependent on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1, Matthew 10:19-20, James 4:13-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Growing Faith Through Scripture

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Dec 4, 2023

Growing Faith Through Scripture

Introduction: Today, we look into the profound responsibility bestowed upon parents by the Old Testament to instill their children's minds with the sacred teachings of Scripture. As we explore Deuteronomy 6:7, we'll uncover the timeless wisdom that emphasizes the role parents play in ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Nazirites (Numbers 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 6, 2024

What can Christians learn from the Nazirites? Let's look at Numbers 6.

Do we devote time to God? Do we fast and pray? A Nazirite (or Nazarite) was someone who voluntarily devoted themselves to God for a period of time. Jesus was a Nazarene, from Nazareth, not a Nazirite. Let’s look at Numbers 6. What if a man or woman volunteered to separate themselves to God for a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

La Escalera De Jacob Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 21, 2023

Jacob, el hombre egoísta, cuya vida sin Dios lo llevó a la desesperación, llegó a un punto en el que necesitaba al Señor. Dios le habló a Jacob a través de un sueño. A ese sueño lo llamamos la escalera de Jacob.

Como creyentes en Jesucristo, estamos llamados a ser diferentes. Esta diferencia se puede ver muy claramente cuando tenemos una actitud adecuada al dar a Dios. Un espíritu generoso al dar es un marcado contraste en un primer mundo egoísta. Jacob tiene una experiencia con Dios y es ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Answer To The World’s Persecution Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 11, 2024

The Christian must proclaim what they know ... even under duress! Will we share the simple message, and the hope, of what God has done for us? The Disciples did, and they were not afraid.

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 7 God’s Answer to the World’s Persecution Acts 5:12-25 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history (Creation/Fall/Promise) -- And we looked ahead, anticipated ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-25, John 15:20, Jeremiah 1:8, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 28:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Adores Extravagantly Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus loved extravagantly, and we can follow His example by loving others in the same way.

Imagine you've got the most expensive thing you own. Maybe it's your phone, your gaming console, or those brand-new sneakers. Now, imagine giving it away to someone you really care about. Sounds crazy, right? That's exactly what Mary did. Jesus was chilling at a dinner party when Mary, a woman ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Topics: Lavish Affection, Unconditional Love, Luxurious Devotion, Opulent Adoration

Idols For Destruction

Contributed by Daniel Becker on Sep 15, 2001

President Bush’s Bible Reading for Sept 11 A mosiac of selections from various daily devotionals for Sept 11, 2001

Idols for Destruction “So each of the people likewise cut down his own bough and followed Abimelech, put them against the stronghold, and set the stronghold on fire above them, so that all the people of the tower of Shechem died, about a thousand men and women.” Judges 9:49 “The tower of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:49, Jeremiah 21:4-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed