Sermons on Divine Intervention:

Unshakable Faith Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jul 24, 2024

There are going to be times in life when you are trusting God and things do not make sense in our mind, but still stands strong in our heart. There will be times when things seem to be going in the wrong direction-- but you know God is leading the way. What gives us an unshakable faith?

Have you ever heard the phrase, “And they lived happily ever after”? Probably most people think this phrase originated from Walt Disney but actually the while the phrase was used, often it was not actually put into song by Disney until its 10th anniversary of Disney in 2017. The phrase actually ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

Ministering To The Sick

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jul 26, 2024

People can become so afraid of catching an illness that they will stay clear of anyone who is sick. Jesus challenged people to realize that caring for the spiritual needs of others far supersedes one’s desire for self-preservation.

I want to begin our message today with two quotes by Mother Teresa; and here is the first quote: “The biggest disease today is not leprosy or tuberculosis, but rather the feeling of being unwanted.”(1) In her humanitarian efforts in Calcutta, Mother Teresa saw a lot of rejection and hopelessness, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Bad Is Favoritism Really? Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 12, 2024

On the topic of pure religion and our interactions with other people, James addresses the topic of favoritism.

Mean Girls and Bullies Are a common theme in the movies and entertainment in part because… It is a part of human nature - to be accepted and to be close to people who can help us get ahead. In school that might look like working your way into the crowd of cool kids - even if that means ...read more

Scripture: James 1:27, James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Yourself From Idols Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 13, 2024

In the first century idols were an all-pervasive and normal aspect of society which could be a spiritual distraction for Christians. Today we need to be just as much on our guard against the idols of this age.

You can listen to this sermon at https://www.npbc.org.au/podcasts/media 1 John 5:21 “Keep Yourself From Idols” In the first century AD, when people wrote letters, there was a pretty standard approach in the way the letters were structured – including the structure you used to finish your letter. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21, 1 John 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

I Love The Lord Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 17, 2024

Psalm 116:1-19 is an intensely personal thanksgiving to God for deliverance from death.

Introduction Bethany Hamilton was born in 1990 and grew up in Hawaii. She had a passion for surfing. In 2003, at just 13 years old, she was a rising star in the surfing world, known for her talent and dedication. One day, Bethany prayed with her mom for her life to have a purpose. She wanted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Assurance Leads To Confidence

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 17, 2024

Series on I John

Title: “Assurance Leads to Confidence” Scripture: I John 5:13-19 Type: series Where: GNBC 8-18-24 Intro: nearly 100 yrs ago, in LA, there was a person called the “Human Fly.” This man ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Water Baptism

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Aug 18, 2024

But the baptism in the Holy Spirit is not a substitute for Water Baptism. Neither is Water Baptism a substitute for the baptism in the Holy Spirit. They are two separate but complementary provisions of God for every person who comes to faith in Jesus Christ.

“Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit: teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.” (Matthew 28:19-20) We learn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 16:15-16, Romans 6:3-5, Colossians 2:12, Acts 2:38, Acts 10:47, Acts 16:31, Acts 22:16, Acts 9:18, Acts 8:12, Acts 19:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Kiss The Son

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Aug 21, 2024

The promise of Messiah's reign. We can be friends of God.

Kiss the Son Psalm 2 Good morning. In Western cultures, kisses show different feelings within different relationships. Kissing my granddaughter is very different than kissing my wife. A kiss on the cheek is common in many cultures around the world as a greeting. How a person kisses another person ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Final Warning

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 24, 2024

Series on I John

Title: “One Final Admonition” Scripture: I John 5:21 Type: Expository/Series Where: GNBC 8/25/24 Intro: A Newsweek article many years ago (1/31/1983) told about how treasure hunters looking to make a huge profit were stealing rare idols from the Hopi Indian reservation. The worst theft ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Acts Of The Apostles 22 Of 39

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

In chapter 15, we studied the sad separation of Paul and Barnabas.

Before this, in Acts 13:2, we read, "As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, "Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them." God, the Holy Spirit, had called them unto this work, and they were being greatly blessed of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Hey, Jude!

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 20, 2022

Verse by verse with a Derek Prince section (NASB)

HEY, JUDE - The Warnings of History to the Ungodly Some words from a famous song by the Beatles: Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Then you can start to make it better. Hey Jude, don't be afraid. And anytime you feel the pain, hey Jude, refrain, Don't carry the world upon your ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Trust And Obey(1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 22, 2022

The Rev. Billy Graham tells of a time early in his ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach a sermon. Desiring to mail a letter, he asked a young boy where the post office was.

When the boy had told him, Dr. Graham thanked him and said, "If you'll come to the Church meeting this evening, you can hear me telling everyone how to get to Heaven." The boy said to Dr. Graham, I do not think I'll be there. If you do not know the way to the post office, how are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Bible Study 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Contributed by Michael Brown on Mar 25, 2022

This study was personal to me because I know what it's like to be weak. I survived a traumatic brain injury in 2006 & was in rehab for a couple years. God used that event to bring my life in accordance with His will.

The format I use for Bible studies comes from one of the study Bibles I have. That Bible has worksheets in it for you to study scripture using the H.E.A.R format. That is Highlight-Explain-Apply-Respond. Highlight is the verse to study. Explain & Apply are pretty self explanatory. Respond is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Com Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are!

Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 27, 2022

We will learn that one cannot hide from God but that one can run to Him.

I suppose we all have played hide and seek. Some of you – or us – still look for a hiding place when our wives make a list of some major tasks – for us – like vacuuming the carpet, or emptying the dishwasher, or taking out the trash, or picking up socks or putting our clean things in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Will Praise God Until Death - Psalms Of The Sons Of Korah – Psalm 48 - Message Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 30, 2022

The Psalm begins with a well known verse and looks at the beauty of Zion, the protection of the Lord, His loving kindness and praise through the earth. Upheld by the right hand of God, we are kept until, and through death.

WE WILL PRAISE GOD UNTIL DEATH PSALMS OF THE SONS OF KORAH – PSALM 48 - MESSAGE Kewarra 20 March 2022 Ron Ferguson Psalm 48 A Song; a Psalm of the sons of Korah. Psalm 48 v 1 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the city of our God, His holy mountain. Psa 48:2 Beautiful in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:4, Psalm 18:35, Psalm 44:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational