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Jonah's First Call Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Aug 27, 2007

An examination of Jonah’s first call and the God Who called.

Jonah’s First Call Jonah 1:1, 2 INTRO.: As a boy, if I asked permission to go somewhere when it was close to mealtime, my mother would often say, I’m only going to call you once,” or “Don’t make me call you twice.” I knew, if she stuck her head out the door and called, I better be close enough to ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Delay Is Not His Denial!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 23, 2011

In this sermon outline we point out the need for waiting on the promises of God. Too many Christians today want 'Fast Food' answers. We are not willing to wait on the Lord God's timetable. It is not always what we want but His timetable is the best for us

GOD'S DELAY IS NOT HIS DENIAL! In this sermon outline we point out the need for waiting on the promises of God. Too many Christians today want 'Fast Food' answers. We are not willing to wait on the Lord God's timetable. It is not always what we want but His timetable is the best for us because He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-22

God Spared Not The Angels

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jun 7, 2012

This sermon is about the inexplicable love of God that surpasses all understanding.

Introduction: I would like to share with you today the marvel of salvation. It is good that we visit the ancient occurrences of scriptures. God dealings with sinners in the past provide great knowledge of what we should expect from the Divine hand. God’s dealings with the first sinners (angels) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

"More Than Meets The Eyes"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 17, 2015

Jesus is more than meets the eyes as he is transformed before the disciples eyes. Is he more than what we think or see?

"More than meets the eye." Mark 9:2-9 1. Jesus is more than meet the eyes • The disciples saw Jesus as more than a man, He changed before their very eyes, He changed from a Rabbi to a God man • He is holier than we imagined, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Methodist

Known By Loving

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 1, 2010

The love that brings glory to God is not one sided. It is the kind of love that is reciprocated and shared that brings glory to God.

Known By Loving – John 13: 31 - 35 Intro: If you had to summarize the gospel of Jesus in just two words, which 2 would you choose? Most people would probably choose LOVE as one of the two; but, what about the other? I. John chose two verbs as he recounts Jesus’ final ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Timothy Joins Saul Lesson 43 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Timothy joins Saul

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Missionary conference. “And when they . . . gathered the church together, they reported all that God had done with them” (Acts 14:27). 2. Inspection trip. “Let us now go back and visit our brethren in every city . . . and see how they are doing” (Acts 15:36). 3. Brethren ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Choices

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 30, 2020

The choices they made had serious consequences, some good and others not so good. Although we have the power of choice, we are not free to choose the consequences.

Learning to Make the Right Choices The Psalmist poses a thought-provoking question in Psalms 25:12. “What man is he that feareth the Lord?” Ponder his question for a moment…Then ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Challenge Of Busyness Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 20, 2019

Today we will discuss how to guard against unfruitful busyness.

Luke 10:38-42 38. Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. 39. And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. 40. But Martha was cumbered about much serving, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, Ephesians 4:15-16, Genesis 1:28, Proverbs 9:9, Proverbs 8:33-35, Luke 9:62, Proverbs 10:4-5, Proverbs 12:24, Proverbs 6:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Betrayal Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 18, 2014

Jesus is betrayed or abandoned by his closest friends

Ever had a long day - a day that refused to end? Review the longest 24 hour period the earth ever witnessed - a story witnessed only by a handful of people at the time, but has come to be the most well known story of all time. It is told in more languages to more people than any other story. ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, The Light Of Our Lives

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 1, 2015

The light of Jesus gives us light and hope, just like Jesus gave sight and spiritual light to a blind beggar named Bartimaeus.

Good morning boys and girls! Who can tell me what’s coming up on this coming Wednesday night? That’s right, it’s Halloween!! So who is getting dressed up and going our trick or treating? Have you got your costumes and your goody bags ready yet? Hey, if you want lots of goodies, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Anglican

Preparing For Easter: An Outline For An Easter Sunday Message

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 7, 2023

There was no doubt Jesus Christ was dead. But there was also no doubt Jesus was alive again, after He had been crucified and buried. He is risen, hallelujah!

Introduction: Easter Sunday. This is one of the best days ever! This is when we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord from the dead. Because He died, we may have life, because He lives, we too can life forever! But for those living on that first Easter Sunday, they may not have shared those same ...read more

Scripture: John 19:18, John 20:1-9, Matthew 27:62-66, Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

“ Strange Bedfellows”

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on May 15, 2024

My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent.

“My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent. If they say, “Come with us,Let us lie in wait to shed blood;Let us lurk secretly for the innocent without cause; Let us swallow them alive like Sheol, and whole, like those who go down to the Pit; we shall find all kinds of precious possessions, we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:10-19, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

High Place

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 5, 2018

God strengthens us to flee from demons, problems, sickness, loneliness, strife, envy, betrayals, mockery, criticisms and get to the high place with God, where you feel secure.

Sit with God Habakkuk 3:19”The Lord GOD is my strength, And He has made my feet like hinds' feet, And makes me walk on my high places.” My experience: Can a scripture keep you so enthralled that you could think of nothing else? Yeah, get to the end of this article then you would comprehend the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The End Of Saul – A Tragic Lesson In Disobedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

The death of Saul is not just a tragic end—it is a divine warning. He began with divine favour, but ended in divine silence. His life teaches us that charisma without character, and position without obedience, lead to ruin. Saul chose to please people over pleasing God.

THE END OF SAUL – A TRAGIC LESSON IN DISOBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 31 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 15:22–23, Proverbs 16:18, Hosea 4:6, Ecclesiastes 12:13–14, Galatians 6:7 INTRODUCTION: The closing chapter of 1 Samuel is both sobering and instructive. Saul, Israel’s ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Genesis Chapter Forty-Nine Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 11, 2024

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Forty-Nine. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER FORTY-NINE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Jacob blesses his sons before he dies. Joseph Benson’s Commentary (1857) - Genesis 49 Jacob, being about to die, blesseth his sons, and foretelleth what shall happen to each of them hereafter. He giveth them ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational