Sermons on Dunning Kruger Effect:

"Persisting In Prayer Until They Are Saved" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 23, 2003

We must not give up on people if they don’t respond immediately.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches September 29, 2002 Persisting in Prayer Until They are Saved Colossians 4:2-6 I Thess. 5:17 INTRODUCTION: At the time Paul wrote these words he was in prison in Rome. You would think that this would have been a down time for him as far as seeing people come to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Removing Relational Roadblocks Part 2 -- Internal Roablocks Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 22, 2003

The sixth message in a series looking at what keeps us from really dreaming great things for God.

(Please see note at the end of this message) REMOVING OUR RELATIONAL ROADBLOCKS PART 2 INTERNAL ROADBLOCKS Colossians 2:8,21-23 / 1 Corinthians 13:31 OPENING ILLUSTRATION: When Sherry and I lived in Pottstown, we shopped at the ShopRite Supermarket I town. In fact I would say that at that time ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-23, 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Baptist

"When Prayer Is Not Working" Things To Check Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 18, 2005

Do you feel the heavens are brass and your prayers don’t get any higher than the ceiling? Here are some things that hinder our prayers. We need to check to see if they are causing us problems in getting answers.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches August 7, 2005 “When Prayer is Not Working--Some things to Check” Mark 11:22-26 INTRODUCTION: A father and his 10 year old son were looking at books one day at WalMart. His father said, “Here’s an interesting book,” ‘The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Prayer.’” The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-26

Denomination: Methodist

Body Functions - Pt. 3 - Confront Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 27, 2015

Exactly like our physical body our spiritual body consists of individuals and relationships carrying out specific functions! Our survival depends on our ability to maintain and at times restore our internal environment.

Body Functions Pt. 4 - Confront I. Introduction We have been talking about how the spiritual body works is a direct parallel to how our natural body works. Like our physical body, which works because there are specific biological systems that carry out their assigned role and function, our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Purpose? My Goals?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 12, 2014

We must be more than ENABLERS and FISH-GIVERS --- We must teach others HOW TO FISH. let us look at MODEL---MENTOR---MOTIVATE--- We have a purpose before us.

MY PURPOSE? --- MY GOALS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I HAVE A PAIR OF SPURS, I ATTACH THEM TO MY SHOES... Proverbs 26:20 (KJV) Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. Proverbs 26:20 (MSG) When you run out of wood, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Three Gospel Truths

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Nov 3, 2013

Fraternized, Radicalized, and Unified, truths of gospel readings, in practice of the faith of Christ Jesus.

Three Gospel Truths by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (11/3/2013) “Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace...Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Friends

The Bridge Of Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

It is finished, said Jesus. The cross was a success, and God in Christ did build a bridge which reconciled the world to Himself. The fact is, however, that this bridge, like any other bridge, only has value as it is crossed.

One of the 7 wonders of the natural world is the famous Natural Bridge of Virginia. Tons of solid rock form a bridge over a creek 215 feet below. This massive masterpiece of God's bridge-building skill has caused many to stand in awe and recognize that, not only the heavens, but the earth as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20-21

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 6 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 31, 2018

Message 6 in a series exploring the essential elements to a healthy spiritual focus. These are the three basic Biblical directives. This message begins discussion of the second element -- Pursue meaningful relationships.

“CPR for a Healthy Walk" Part 6 I. Cleave to and continually cultivate relationship with Christ A. Humbly Connect to Christ B. Gratefully consecrate (present) your members to His service. C. Continually renew our thinking or perception D. Sincerely draw near to God E. Live in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:9-11, 1 John 5:16-17, James 5:14-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Satan Uses Religion

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 30, 2022

Satan uses hypocrisy, fratricide, and self righteousness to misdirect and misfocus the Christian (Adapted from a book by Joe Beam called "Seeing the Unseen")

HoHum: Does Satan go to church? I know he does. Yes, the spiritual forces of evil are here but mostly they work through people. Imagine Simon Peter’s surprise when this happened: “Jesus turned and said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling-block to me; you do not have in mind the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:28, Matthew 12:25, Luke 18:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are Not Alone - Comforter Is With Us!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 6, 2022

Jesus bodily presence was limited, the Holy Spirit would be unlimited. The Holy Spirit would be in every place, teaching them, reaching them with insight and clarity. The presence of the Holy Spirit would be as valuable to the disciples as the bodily presence of Jesus had been.

Sermon – The Comforting Work of the Holy Spirit Joh 16:5-15 “But now I am going away to the one who sent me, and not one of you is asking where I am going. 6 Instead, you grieve because of what I’ve told you. But in fact, it is best for you that I go away, because if I don’t, the Advocate won’t ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15, John 14:12, John 14:14-16

Denomination: Methodist

Forsaking Ourselves For The Sake Of Others

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 14, 2017

Part 2 of a short series about the need and benefits of Community in the church.

Forsaking Ourselves For The Sake of Others Philippians 2:1-8 January 15, 2017 I’m not sure how it starts, but I know where it starts - - - we all like to think we know what’s best. We like to think we have most, if not all of the answers. We’re pretty free to give out advice and tell people ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Saved?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that GOD saves us from His Divine efforts by merely assenting to His WORDS and believing that He raised JESUS from the dead.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you saved? Yes. JESUS saved me from sins and hell while I'm still alive, I know I am SAVED. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD saves us from His Divine efforts by merely assenting to His WORDS and believing that He raised JESUS from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divine Healing Series

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Aug 22, 2016

Describes the Nazarene stance on Healing and confronts the difference between Divine Healing and the spiritual Gift of Healing.

A woman went to her doctor’s office. She was seen by one of the new doctors, but after about 4 minutes in the examination room, she burst out screaming and ran down the hall. An older doctor stopped her and asked what the problem was, and she explained. He had her sit down and relax in ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Are You Fully Vaccinated?

Contributed by Thilini Perera on Jun 24, 2021

DID YOU KNOW, THERE IS A MUCH MORE DEADLIER AND CONTAGIOUS VIRUS THAN COVID 19 ON THE LOOSE WITH 100% MORTALITY RATE? HAVE YOU TAKEN THE ANTIDOTE FOR THAT? LET’S DIVE IN TO FIND OUT.

“THE PLAGUE OF PLAGUES” ON THE LOOSE While the variants of Covid 19 is on the spotlight acting the lead role of villain, there is more deadlier and contagious problem than Covid 19 on the loose. It has stolen, destroyed and killed so many lives and devastated families since the dawn of man ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 5:12, Proverbs 16:24-26, Genesis 3:15, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

No Expiration Date On Prayers

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 9, 2023

Food items, liquids, baked goods, drugs and other products have expiration dates which show the product is no longer good. Someday, even the sun, moon & stars will. The only thing that has no expiration date is PRAYER!

NO EXPIRATION DATE ON PRAYERS Acts 10:4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HOW TO GET THE PROOF 1. A man went to his lawyer and told him, "My neighbor owes me $500 and he won’t pay up. What should I do?" 2. "Do you have any proof he owes you the money?" asked the lawyer. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:4, Revelation 5:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God