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  • Four Anchors In The Mist Of The Storm

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Oct 28, 2007
    based on 45 ratings
     | 11,179 views

    Four points in this passage that Pauls points us to which will allow us to get through the storms of life.

    “Four Anchors in the Mist of the Storm” Acts 27:18-31 Introduction: ~People every where in every corner of the world struggle with storms in there life, no one is exempt from them. Some storms are daily, some are for life. ~They very from health, to money, to family, to work, to unruly kids, and ...read more

  • The Unforgiveable Sin

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jul 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,422 views

    Here is a very controversial passage dealing with the unforgiveable sin. What is it, and can a believer commit it?

    Passage: Matthew 12:15-21 Intro: Anyone familiar with war knows that soldiers talk about tactics and logistics. 1. there is not a lot of question about the purpose of war: It is to defeat the enemy. 2. and in order to do that, we put aside attitudes of compassion and kindness, and replace ...read more

  • Identify And Be Delivered Series

    Contributed by Samuel Stephen on Jan 25, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,534 views

    Many are demonised and don’t know that they are. This passage teaches you to identify demons and deliver yourself.

    Mark 5:1-20 Jesus and His disciples go through a great storm – Mark 4: 38 Jesus was sleeping and woke up and calmed the storm. When the reached the other side a possessed man runs out. How to identify if you are demonised 1) Cemetery – Kioman (Greek for put to sleep) - A Dead Spirit (Spiritually ...read more

  • My Prayer For You

    Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 31, 2010
     | 3,215 views

    In this one-off message, Dave uses a passage in Philippians 1 to explain his prayer for the people of Wildwind.

    My Prayer for You Wildwind Community Church David Flowers August 9, 2009 Philippians 1:3-11 (NIV) 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident ...read more

  • A Sentence Begun In Eternity

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 12, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,017 views

    One of the richest and most overwhelming passages in the Bible is this discussion of the blessings which are ours now in Christ Jesus.

    By: Tom Lowe Date: 11/30/16 Title: A Sentence Begun in Eternity (1:3-6) Series: Paul's Letter to the Ephesians Ephesians 1:3-6 (NIV) 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord ...read more

  • Time For A Reality Check

    Contributed by Michael Tinney on Apr 6, 2017
     | 3,559 views

    The interaction between Jesus and His disciples in this passage illustrates present realities in our lives as His followers.

    Intro - Reality is what the Bible declares is true, not what others think or what I feel. Jesus is Truth Jn14:6 1-The Reality of Pursuit - I must choose to follow Jesus, it was following Jesus that led the disciples into the garden of Gethsemane and the drama that ensues. (and they came to a ...read more

  • Jesus And The Sycophants Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 9, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,601 views

    You might want to look up the word 'sycophant' in a dictionary. It well describes Jesus' opponents in this passage

    Jesus and the Sycophants John 5:31-47 Introduction Last week we talked about the heated discussion that erupted between The Jews who were angry that Jesus had healed and done other work on the Sabbath and Jesus. The Jews got further enraged when Jesus answered them in a way in which He had ...read more

  • Living Through Suffering Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 16, 2012
     | 5,350 views

    We look now at a passage, which is startling in both its sobering and exalted view of Christian suffering.

    Introduction We look now at a passage, which is startling in both its sobering and exalted view of Christian suffering. Recall once more the context of the letter. The Christians of the scattered churches in northern Asia Minor are facing trials placed on them by their neighbors. Some form of ...read more

  • Our Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 20, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,808 views

    In this passage, our Psalmist writes from the perspective of a sheep that is happy that His Shepherd cares about him.

    Psalm 23:1-6 Intro: What a wonderful Shepherd we have. What a privilege it is to be part of His flock. In our passage we see the psalmist writing as if he were one of the sheep in the Good Shepherd's flock. Recognizing the virtue and value of his Shepherd, he now wants ...read more

  • Thanksgiving (1:3–11) Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 11, 2018
     | 6,203 views

    One of the richest and most overwhelming passages in the Bible is this discussion of the blessings which are ours now in Christ Jesus.

    Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 11/30/16 Lesson 2: A Sentence Begun in Eternity (1:3-6) Ephesians 1:3-6 (NIV) 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our ...read more

  • Paul And Wisdom Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 27, 2018
     | 8,393 views

    In this passage the apostle reminds the Corinthians how he acted when he first preached the gospel to them.

    August 26, 2012 Lessons on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.4: Paul and Wisdom Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2.1-5 1 Cor 2.1-5 (KJV) 1 And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. 2 For I determined not to ...read more

  • An Astounding Picture Of Israel In The Millennium Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 18, 2019
     | 2,672 views

    This passage gives us fascinating insights into God's blessing of the Israeli people during the Millennium.

    AN IMPORTANT REMINDER IN THE CHURCH AGE: God is not done with Israel yet. - Zechariah 8:2. WHAT IT WILL LOOK LIKE: 1. God’s presence will dwell in Jerusalem. - Zechariah 8:3a. 2. The Jews will worship and live in truth and holiness. - Zechariah 8:3b. 3. The world will have peace and ...read more

  • [#25] An Exhortation For Them To Have The Same Mind Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 12, 2019
     | 2,940 views

    This passage demonstrates the simple but often neglected principle that we should not expect every believer to be fully mature.

    Date: 2/25/19 Lesson # 25 Title: An Exhortation for Them to Have the Same Mind • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: Philippians 3:15-17 (NIV) 15 All of us, then, who are mature should take such a view of ...read more

  • These Temptations Sure Are Tempting Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 18, 2019
     | 4,652 views

    The struggle with temptation is real. This passage focuses on where temptation originates and how we can overcome it.

    We’ve been working our way through the Book of James. The last two weeks, we have looked at how we can have joy when the trials and temptations of life come our way. Tonight, we are going to look specifically at temptation. I ask you, “Where does Temptation come from”? Sometimes the desire and ...read more

  • Lessons From The Triumphal Entry Prophecies Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 18, 2021
     | 3,909 views

    This sermon on a familiar passage takes a different approach, looking at the prophetic quotes within the Triumphal Entry story.

    OUR FOCUS IN THIS MESSAGE: This Triumphal Entry story pauses to note its Old Testament roots. - John 12:16. - This is easily overlooked, but it is important that it is inserted here. What do the prophetic pieces of this passage have to tell us? - Preaching on the Triumphal Entry normally either ...read more