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New Level, New Devil

Contributed by John Gaston on May 1, 2014

David finally reached the fulfillment of his dreams: placed on the throne of all Israel. Was all well? No, here came the Philistines! New level, new devil. 3 anointings helped David break the power of 400 years of Philistine domination over Israel.

“NEW LEVEL, NEW DEVIL” 2 Sam. 5:17-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE DIOR DRESS 1. One day, just as Rebecca was walking past Saks 5th Avenue she saw them putting a new dress in their window. It was a pale green Dior evening dress and she was totally entranced by this brilliant ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:17-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dead Church - Sardis Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 16, 2012

A look at the 5th church, the 'dead' church in Sardis.

The Dead Church ~ Sardis Revelation 3:1-6 March 18, 2012 I want to warn you, for a moment I’m going to start out a little morbid. How do you know when a person is dead? This is not a trick question, it’s a serious question. We determine whether there is a heartbeat and whether there ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Where's Lazerus

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 12, 2018

A sermon about the poor man at the gate of the rich man.

Where’s Lazerus???????????? Luke 16:19 Where's Wally? is a British series of children's puzzle books created by English illustrator Martin Handford. The books consist of a series of detailed double-page spread illustrations depicting dozens or more people doing a variety of amusing things at a ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Awaken To The Times

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

Though the world may persecute us, and evil may seem to prevail, we must still work for Christ. The Church must shine for Him. We must preach and demonstrate the gospel, for without us, how will the world know Christ?

Opening illustration: All of us are slaves to time. We wear wristwatches or have timers on our smart phones to keep us on schedule. We have digital clocks in our car and alarm clocks on our nightstands. Lots of people keep a Day-Timer nearby so they can keep track of their appointments and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Elijah And The Contest At Mt Carmel Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 25, 2024

Elijah had requested King Ahab to have the prophets of Baal, plus a group of Israelites, meet on Mount Carmel to see whether Baal should be worshiped, or the True God of Israel. How did this contest turn out?

Introduction: The story of Elijah’s contest with the prophets of Baal on the top of Mount Carmel is one of the most fascinating in the Bible! One lone prophet of the True God stood against 450 prophets of the idol-god Baal, with a group of Israelites gathered together to witness this event. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-40

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation (Part 9) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In Revelation 14, we unlock the mystery of the Prostitute, the Punishment, and the Praise.

(Part 9) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/26/2017 If you’re just joining us, we are nearing the end of this ten-week excursion into the blessed yet baffling book of Revelation. Before we can enjoy the final chapters, however, there remains one last mystery to solve. Last ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Clay Was Marred... God Is Not Finished...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 1, 2023

We know the often life becomes marred clay... Life is more than junk and garbage. People are valuable to God. People are not disposable. We need to exert greater effort.

#1 THE CLAY WAS MARRED… GOD IS NOT FINISHED… TRUST THE PLAN! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) What does heat and hot water do to butter? To a tea bag? To an egg? WE NEED MORE THAN BAND AIDS… THE MASTER! THE CLAY! THE LESSON OF THE REVELATION: GO ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, Matthew 16:26, Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Provoking Thoughts From 1 John (6 Of 16)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

John gives us seven tests to take to see if we KNOW the Lord. Today we come to the FIFTH test.

So far we have taken FOUR tests: I. The Attitude Test II. The Action Test III. The Affection Test IV. The Actuality Test Today we want to look at this FIFTH test. V. THE ADULTERY TEST WHAT KIND OF TEST IS THIS? This is a test that deals with our relationship with the world. That ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Beat The Clock

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Apr 27, 2015

To convince audience we need to get serious about the second coming of Christ and always be ready.

“Beat the Clock” Text: Matthew 24:36-44 I. Welcome II. Introduction Many of us older folks remember Bud Collyer hosting the television game show “Beat the Clock.” There have been at least four attempts to revive this show – the latest airing in 2002-2003. Contestants ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Church Vessels

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 6, 2019

I read an article recently that described different types of churches as ships. One definition of the word vessel is a type of boat or ship. There are many types of vessels. And some of these vessels can be compared to different types of churches we see out there.

CHURCH VESSELS I read an article recently that described different types of churches as ships. One definition of the word vessel is a type of boat or ship. There are many types of vessels. And some of these vessels can be compared to different types of churches we see out there. 1) The Cruise ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-4, Galatians 5:14-15, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Eve/Day, Year B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Dec 12, 2002

Christmas is a time to celebrate the meaning and mystery of the Word becoming flesh and living among us.

Sermon for Christmas Eve, Yr B 2002 Based on Jn 1:14 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson On this Holy Night, we gather together to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Christmas is, among many things, an occasion to focus on the meaning and the mystery of Jesus being ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Cinderella - And The King

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Apr 2, 2001

Jesus became a Servant so that we might be transformed into His likeness. A SERMON FOR PALM SUNDAY.

Here`s a story you may have heard before! It`s about a young girl in rags, slaving away to keep thehouse clean for her step-mother and her two daughters. She cleans the grates, scrubs the floors, cleans the windows, makes up the fires, and never a word of thanks from anyone. One day the postman ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:37-40

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Burlap Christmas

Contributed by Merv Birky on Dec 26, 2000

Christmas Service message/meditation.

MRB Beth-El 2000-12-24 Burlap Christmas – Luke 2:1-20 I. God appearing in human form not unique to Christianity. A. Whether eastern mystery religions, Greek mythologies, African nature religions, the “gods” often show up looking like humans. 1. Often as a trick rather than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Mennonite

Christmas Reminds Us

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Dec 2, 2007

Christmas is a time to remember. During this time of the year we are reminded that God came into our world to make a difference in our life. Christmas also reminds us that Christ is coming again. Understanding the present time we are reminded to spirit

This message is an edited version of a sermon given at Loving God Fellowship. Copyright © 2007 Loving God Fellowship, Inc. http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org . You are encouraged to share this message with those you know that are hungry for God’s Word. Christmas Reminds Us By Rev. Greg ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Stones Throw Away

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 3, 2008

My Wife sang the song "A Stones Throw Away" before I preached. It is about Stephen.

A Stones Throw Away Acts 7:54-60 Randall Road Baptist July 25, 1999 Sunday Morning Monte T. Brown Wife sings the song A Stones Throw Away before I preach. Acts 7:54-60 When they heard this, they were furious and gnashed their teeth at him. [55] But Stephen, full of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Baptist