Sermons on Dreaming:

Rescued From A Nightmare Of Sin

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Apr 13, 2006

Being led to one’s execution can be our worst nightmare. Jesus took our place of execution to set us free to live in Him.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, do you ever have bad dreams? Nightmares they call them. Do you ever find yourself free-falling in a dream , not able to stop? Or, what about trying to get away from a fire but your feet won’t move? Those are scary dreams. For at least a couple of years after ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:6-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Joseph

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 22, 2007

Joseph (son of Jacob) was truly a faithful man who convictingly went to his death awaiting the fulfillment of God’s promise of Canaan. It is his trust in God’s promise and His providential care that makes him a great example for our faith.

Joseph Theme: A man of great faith, especially at his death. INTRODUCTION A. Joseph (in Genesis) is one of the better if not most well known of Bible characters. 1. Children learn about Joseph and his “coat of many colors.” 2. Stories are told of his sold into slavery, placed in prison, or his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Bountiful Eye Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010

A huge part of the Christian walk is perspective: Seeing things the right way… the way God sees them.

He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed ; for he giveth of his bread to the poor. (Proverbs 22:9) Where there is no vision, the people perish : but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. (Proverbs 29:18) The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body also ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Nation's Delusion Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2019

This is the 1st sermon in "The Rise Or Fall Of A Nation" series. This series is from the Book of Obadiah and is a message to the Nations.

Series: The Rise Or Fall Of A Nation [#1] A NATION’S DELUSION Obadiah 1:1-9 Introduction: Last week, as we finished up our series in Ephesians; I said that 1 of the ways that God speaks to us is through dreams. I know that for many in our Denomination, this statement makes them a bit nervous; ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Tested Concerning Fruit Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 21, 2017

There is always another test.

A. THERE IS ALWAYS ANOTHER TEST: GEN. 15:1-22 1. Scared. Abram had just defeated an army of four kingdoms. He might be afraid of a counterattack. “Do not be afraid, Abram, for I will protect you, and your reward will be great” (Gen. 15:1, NLT). 2. The Monday syndrome. We are vulnerable ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Babylon- The Repentant Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 27, 2022

This is the 9th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Babylon".

Series: Biblical Cities- Babylon [#9] BABYLON- THE REPENTANT Psalm 137:1 Introduction: We are continuing in our study of Babylon. The city is the 2nd on the list of most mentions. Babylon is mentioned 286 times in the Bible. It means “the gate of god(s). Over the last few weeks, we have looked ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1, Daniel 4:4-37

Denomination: Baptist

Split

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Jan 11, 2018

We are to live as if it all belongs to God because it does!

Title: Split Place: BLCC Date: 8/20/17 Text: Daniel 2 CT: We are to live as it all belongs to God. [Screen 1] FAS: Good morning. How are you all doing this morning? Everybody back in school and getting back into the routine. I pray everybody is settling in to a great new year. Had this buddy ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Living By Faith- Dying With Hope Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Jun 2, 2005

THE BOOK OF GENESIS TELLS US ABOUT THE BEGINNINGS OF FAITH. JOSEPH LIVED BY FAITH AND HE DIED WITH HOPE.

Living By Faith—Dying With Hope Text: Genesis, Chapter 39 through conclusion of Book Introduction. Have you ever known someone whose life became terribly complex? Incredibly painful? Apparently hopeless? Did you ever look at someone else’s situation and wonder how they managed to hold on ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remodeling - Dealing With An Imperfect Family Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 2, 2001

Originally from a series entitled, "When Life is the Pits : A Study of the LIfe of Joseph." Insights on how Joseph was faithful to God even in an imperfect family.v

The term dysfunctional is used quite often today in regard to families. The word refers to the sense of disintegration produced in a family where there is a lot of hurt. From a Christian perspective it is a home that is not functioning as God intended. It could be the result of divorce, lack of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With An Imperfect Family Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 19, 2001

Insights on how Joseph was faithful to God even in an imperfect family.

When Life is the Pits A Study of the Life of Joseph Sermon # 1 “Dealing with an Imperfect Family.” Genesis 37: 1-11 The term dysfunctional is used quite often today in regard to families. The word refers to the sense of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Godly Life In A Godless World Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 16, 2005

Joseph was stuck as a slave, then a prisoner in Egypt. He could have claimed God had forgotten him, but Joseph remained faithful and a man of character on the inside and outside. It gives us many lessons on how to live our lives in Christ.

The story of Joseph reminds me of someone else later on in the Old Testament - Daniel. Like Joseph, Daniel was carried off to a foreign land but because of his God given talent and integrity, he was given broad trust and responsibility. Also like Joseph, that character got him enemies who sought to ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

This Is Us: Joseph's Family Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Jul 22, 2019

Here’s what we know – Everyone has a family and every family has a story. What we want to get pressed deep within our hearts through this series is that God is an integral part in your Family Story.

Did you ever fight with your siblings? Last week told you the story about how God changed Jacob into the person he wanted him to become. Today we will look at Jacob’s son Joseph and his brothers. Joseph’s family will show us several things that threaten our families.The good news we will learn from ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Luxury, Longevity, & Latitude Series

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 22, 2003

A look at the life of Daniel; overcoming the consumer mentality.

Series: When Cultures Collide Topic: Luxury, Longevity, & Latitude July 7, 2002 Daniel 4 "A feast is made for laughter, And wine makes merry; But money answers everything." Ecclesiastes 10:19, NKJV Oh the glory and splendor of wealth... We are driven to awe and wonder as we look upon ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Holiness

Daniel 4: Overcoming Pride Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

Self-focused pride 1) causes anxiety, 2) leads to a fall, 3) can be redeemed through God-focused humility. We can humble ourselves by 1) recognizing God as sovereign, 2) crediting God for our abilities, and 3) directing our gifts to the good of others.

PUTTING PRIDE IN ITS PLACE—Daniel 4 PRIDE. One of the “Seven Deadly Sins,” along with greed, wrath, envy, lust, gluttony, and sloth. But is it always bad? There is a kind of healthy pride, which values one’s abilities, celebrates achievement, and motivates positive behavior. Paul refers to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37, Deuteronomy 8:17-18, 1 Peter 1:5-6, 1 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Can See Clearly Now Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 30, 2003

Joseph, Pt. 3 of 4

I CAN SEE CLEARLY NOW (GENESIS 41:1-41) Two years before our 2008 summer arrival in Hong Kong, my wife was restless and aching to return to her native Hong Kong, so a year later we decided to give the church a one year’s advance notice because it was hard to find a bilingual pastor, but the church ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible