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Understanding The Term Jeremiad, No Balm.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 17, 2021

NO BALM? No healing? There is a term we seldom hear: JEREMIAD. JEREMIAD means long mournful complaining. Often Jeremiads contain a glimmer of hope and restoration.

JEREMIAD, NO BALM? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 4:3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; 4 And they shall turn away their ears from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Jeremiah 8:22, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fear: Weariness, Lose Heart

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 13, 2019

Ever lose heart? Ever lose hope? We must minimize fear and maximize joy, hope, peace and love. We are in a heated spiritual battle. Have the footmen wearied us? The horses are coming. BE READY...Lift up the arms that hang down.

FEAR! WEARING AWAY, LOSE HEART MINIMIZE FEAR, MAXIMIZE JOY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a styrofoam glass from McDonalds. I took a small toothpick and poked a few small holes in the bottom. I ask someone to go get me a glass of water. Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:5, Matthew 24:22, Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 24:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Batteries Not Included #3 Joy Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 14, 2020

Joy is fruit of the Spirit creating the realistic Pollyanna Christian response - everything is going to be alright because Jesus has come and will return.

Two weeks ago, we began a new series entitled: Batteries Not Included. There is nothing more frustrating than wanting play with your new toys and finding out the package had this hidden line - batteries not included. 2020 seems to be a gift without batteries. How do find hope, peace, joy and love ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy In Giving To God Series

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 5, 2021

The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The Christian life is to be filled with joy.

The Joy in Giving To God 1. Philippians 4:15-19 2. Mark 12:41-44 Psalm 138 The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The Christian life is to be filled with joy. In this letter Paul expressed joy in numerous ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-19, Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Spite Of My Issues - Part 1

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Feb 18, 2021

A certain woman which had an issue

MARK 5:25-34 (v.25) “IN SPITE OF MY ISSUES” – PART 1 A) “A certain woman, which had an issue.” * She was separated and alone, day after day, month after month, year after year, with no physical contact from another human being. * Her very presence caused some who knew her condition to shun ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Sisters And The Act Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Nov 15, 2017

Two sisters demonstrating two aspect of following the Lord. The life of Mary shows what is most needed to please the Lord and her sister service and works that burdens. Learning from the sister is needed in this crucial; time of our faith.

Learning from the Two Sisters Text: Luke 10:38-42 Sermon Title: Following Christ Jesus as Lord Bible Readings: Matthew 26:6-13, Mark 14;3- 9, John 11;1-45, 12:1-11 Bible Readings: Matthew 26:6-13, Mark 14;3- 9, John 11;1-45, 12:1-11 Our study today involves ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

O Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Sue Babb on Jan 9, 2018

Great things can come out insignificant places. God can use the smallest and weakest to shame the biggest and strongest.

I. Intro. A. I heard about a mother who was running furiously from store to store on Christmas Eve … trying to get those last-minute gifts. 1. Suddenly she realized she’d lost track of her little 3-year-old son. 2. In a panic, she retraced her steps and ...read more

Clay Jars

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Mar 18, 2019

Where does God place the indescribable treasure of Eternal Life?

Where do you hide your emergency house key? (And if you’ll give me that information, you’ll give me your Bank PIN number) Do you have it near the back door in a fancy marble box engraved with the words: Emergency House Key? Do you have it encased in an alabaster jar sitting on a pedestal on your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

I Can Only Imagine Home

Contributed by John Payton on Mar 22, 2018

This is the 4th and last of a series of messages using the themes of the Movie, "I Can Only Imagine." I took the major themes and a few quotes, but went my own direction on each. The introduction recaps the 1st 3. Main thought: being at home with Jesus.

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE-HOME INTRO: The song that was written in mere minutes by “Mercy-Me” lead singer Bart Millard ,“I Can Only Imagine,” is renewing hope to many in the midst of life’s challenging situations. The movie by that name tells the story behind the song and is being played to sell-out ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Heavy? Weary?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 1, 2021

There is a spirit of heaviness that can weary God's people. Weariness can become a spiritual obstacle that hinders God's work

HEAVY! WEARY! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com How many times did you complain today? Did you encourage someone today? A good person is kind and treats their enemies better than a bad person treats their friends. Did we learn LOVE NEVER FAILS? Love needs no applause. TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-9, 2 Thessalonians 3:13, Exodus 17:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Way Up Is Down Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 11, 2021

After all the nice things Pual has said about how good the Philippian church was doing, he wants them to remember where they came from, where they are now, how they got there, and who it is who brought them along.

I. Intro: A. Mohammad Ali, the great boxer, also was renowned for his cocky quick-wit, saying things like, “I float like a butterfly and sting like a bee, and it is hard to be humble when you're as great as I am.” My favorite: “I should be a postage stamp. That's the only way I'll ever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Crossing The River

Contributed by Chip Blackshear on Jun 2, 2012

At graduation and at many other times in life God brings us to the point where we must decide to trust and follow Him.

“Crossing the River” Rev. Chip Blackshear First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi, Texas Joshua 3:1-17 I don’t know about you, but for me it seems that sometimes life is just flying by and the days and weeks seem to run together. One reason for that, I think, is because much ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Kingdom Keys: Chronicles Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Mar 29, 2023

Our full repentance means settling the past and enduring consequences for our action brings hope by directing our present activities so that we attain the preferred future.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1, Luke 5:32, Luke 24:47, 2 Chronicles 36:14-23, Psalm 119:1-28, Psalm 51:4-10, Psalm 109:21-22, Job 42:5-6, 2 Corinthians 7:10, 2 Timothy 2:19-22, 1 Peter 1:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Quarreled & Tested: For The Long Haul

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Sep 30, 2023

Exodus 17:1-7 is a story of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness, which mirrors our struggles and tests. This passage reveals how the Israelites quarreled with God and faced a profound test of faith, a test that we, too, may encounter on our spiritual journey

1 October 2023 EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR A Quarreled & Tested: For the Long Haul The Message 17 1-2 Directed by God, the whole company of Israel moved on by stages from the Wilderness of Sin. They set camp at Rephidim. And there wasn’t a drop of water for the people to drink. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Recharge Your Batteries! Renew

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 13, 2023

We must keep our relationship with Jesus current. There is a tendency to plateau, grow stagnant then burnout. God's plan is for us to stay fresh and renewed.

RECHARGE YOUR BATTERIES? RENEW: BETTER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) COMPLETE METAMORPHOSIS: Egg, larva, pupa and adult… The change is very visible to any eye. IT IS POSSIBLE TO REFRESH YOUR COMPUTER. It is a process: You go to start, then settings, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10, Luke 10:41-42, Ephesians 4:22, Psalm 51:8-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God