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God With Us, God Saves

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 14, 2019

What was Jesus’ birth really like? Let’s understand the circumstances of Jesus' birth. Let’s look at Joseph's dilemma, the meanings of Jesus' names and whether or not Mary remained a perpetual virgin in Matthew 1:18-25.

What was Jesus’ birth really like? Let’s understand the circumstances of Jesus' birth. Let’s look at Joseph's dilemma, the meanings of Jesus' names and whether or not Mary remained a perpetual virgin in Matthew 1:18-25. Joseph’s Dilemma Matthew 1:18 This is how Jesus the Messiah was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Delwyn Campbell on Dec 25, 2019

The prologue of "According to John" is beautiful to hear, in English or in Greek. It is an interesting contrast to what has become a most depressing season.

In the Beginning... In the Beginning... Rev. Delwyn and Sis. Lenita Campbell / General (Illustrations for Biblical Preaching) Christmas Christmas is a depressing time for most people. An article written by a director of the California Department of Mental Hygiene warns: “The Christmas season is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Show And Tell

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Feb 3, 2019

This morning we are going to examine how we should “Show and Tell” our faith. It is not about how much we know, but in how much we show.

Show & Tell Scripture Reference: James 2:14-20 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on July 1, 2018 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson Opening Illustration— When my oldest daughter was in Pre-K, she brought home a flyer from the school advising us of an upcoming event at her school. The ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Life

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 7, 2019

A message about being the crown of God's creation. We must choose life.

Crown of God’s Creation Genesis 1:26-31 Then God said, "Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth." ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Anger

Contributed by Michael Fredette on Aug 6, 2019

So the number one goal of every Christ follower must be producing fruit. But there are things just waiting to derail you, to ruin your fruit .

So the number one goal of every Christ follower must be producing fruit. But there are things just waiting to derail you, to ruin your fruit . Matthew 3:10"The axe is already laid at the root of the trees; therefore every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21, James 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Mary: A Role Model For Today's Moms Series

Contributed by David Henderson on May 22, 2017

In this message we look at some of the ways Moms can identify with Mary, the Mother of Jesus. She no doubt experienced some of the same problems Moms today do. She would have faced ridicule, her son was hated by many and she likely lived in poverty.

FAMILY MATTERS “Mary: a Model for Today’s Moms” Luke 1:26-28 If you are not aware, for the past 16 years there has been an annual survey telling us how much money the average mom should receive for all of the jobs that she does. This is a bit of what that job looks like and what they do—of course ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

Three Threats Against The Family

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

There are threats against the biblical family that we should recognize

Introduction: Illustration “promiscuous Americans Illustration “A nation that embraces homosexuality will be destroyed” I. The Homosexual Agenda A. What does the Bible say about homosexuality? 1. In Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13 God’s word says it is an abomination to the Lord. 2. What ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 18:22, Deuteronomy 22:5, Psalm 51:5, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

Overcomers Outreach Addiction Workshop

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Jul 22, 2017

How to find freedom in Christ from all sorts of addictions, bad habits and sins.

OVERCOMER’S OUTREACH ADDICTION WORKSHOP INTRO TO SPEAKER: I grew up in a dysfunctional family. My father was an alcoholic, a womanizer, and a promise-breaker. He abandoned and rejected my mom, sisters and I before I was five years old. I grew up looking for love in all the wrong places. In high ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: *other

More: One Thing!

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Jul 22, 2017

The devil wants to keep us so busy that we don’t have time to experience the abundant life, rest and peace that Jesus offers to us.

MORE: ONE THING: INTRO TO TOPIC: Last week, Pastor Craig kicked off our new series: • “More: What if less actually gave you more?” • Jesus said: “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: *other

The Danger Of Isolation?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 25, 2018

God's work is seldom accomplished by individuals. God's plan is team work. Our enemy will use the ANACONDA PLAN to divide and conquer. Beware, unity has power.

THE DANGER OF ISOLATION By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Amos 3:3 Can two walk together, except they be agreed? I was looking at a bunch of bananas. I ruminated about how good they tasted. Then it dawned on me. As long as the bananas were stuck together in a bunch they ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Free At Last - (Exodus Part 5) Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on May 5, 2018

The Israelites walk into the desert - directed by God. God knows the way, God shows the way, God holds the day. Focus on graduation.

Exodus 13:17-22 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) 17 When Pharaoh let the people go, God did not lead them by way of the land of the Philistines, although that was nearer; for God thought, “If the people face war, they may change their minds and return to Egypt.” 18 So God led the people by the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:17-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Wisdom Regarding Marriage - Selecting A Good Spouse" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 30, 2018

Factoring God into your marriage should start before you say "I do."

An old couple came to a judge seeking a divorce after 80 years of marriage. The judge asked, “Bill, Mary, why in the world are you seeking a divorce at your age? Bill, you’re 98; and Mary, you’re 96. Why in the world are you seeking a divorce now?” The couple looked at each other and then replied ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Not Alone In The Wilderness"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 15, 2018

A sermon for Lent.

“Not Alone in the Wilderness” Luke 4:1-13 On Monday, a Homeless Liaison for the Hamilton County Schools came here to ask me if we would operate as a make-shift shelter, and hub for those being displaced. She told me she had gotten a “tip” that a hotel would be shut down Wednesday at Noon. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Weary -- Yet Pursuing

Contributed by Ray Swift on May 3, 2021

Many of us are weary and tired from the pandemic and other difficulties in life. As weary, broken and frustrated as we may feel, we cannot and must not slow down or stop. We can still be obedient to the Lord's work in our own lives and churches with the promise the Lord will be there with us.

FB, Youngsville April 25, 2021 Sunday AM Weary -- Yet Pursuing! Judges 8:4 Intro.: LBC GREETINGS/THANK YOU. On January 30, 2020, the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak of COVID-19 to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern and issued a set ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:4

Denomination: Baptist

Know The Foe Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 27, 2021

Can a Christian become a weed patch rather than a garden of God? This is the question we were answering last week. The answer this week is the same. It is yes, a Christian can be demonized.

A young Christian woman, after only 8 months of marriage came to a counselor complaining that she was as frigid as a ice burg. She had promised herself as a teenager that she would be a virgin on her wedding day. But then she fell madly in love, and after he gave her the ring, and the wedding day ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28