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Terminating The Regime Of Pharaoh Series

Contributed by David King on Apr 17, 2008

For every "Israelite" with a promise there is a Pharaoh, a stubborn pursuer who relentlessly assails and doggedly trails. But no matter the strength and the size of the enemy’s hosts, there is also a Red Sea waiting to swallow them up. "Israel" of God mu

“And Joseph died, and all his brethren, and all that generation. And the children of Israel were fruitful, and increased abundantly, and multiplied, and waxed exceeding mighty; and the land was filled with them. Now there arose up a new king over Egypt, which knew not Joseph. And he said unto ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:6-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Bitterness And Murmuring Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jan 29, 2015

Message on Bitterness and Murmuring about getting to the promised land.

Note: Many of the notes came from the book Pilgrims Promise: Getting out of Egypt and Getting Egypt Out of Us by Bryan Cutshall Getting to the Promise Land: Dealing with Bitterness and Murmuring Theme: Text: Exodus 15 - 17 Exo 15:23-25 Now when they came to Marah, they could not drink the waters ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Lifestyle Principles Sermon Iii: Prayerful Persistence Dispels Doubt Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 22, 2020

When facing the assaults of godless secularism, prayerful persistence of God's people propels God's work onward despite resistance.

IN DOING GOD’S WORK, PRAYERFUL PERSISTENCE DISPELS DOUBT AND REPELS RESISTANCE At this point in life’s journey it should come as no surprise to us that, when endeavoring to live out the prayer principle, “Thy Will be done on earth as it is in Heaven”, not all are in favor of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-18

An Outline Of Acts 11:1-18

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jun 9, 2022

Peter faced a challenge after he had preached the Gospel to Cornelius. This first section of Acts 11 gives his answer to the charges against him. Good things happened at the end, though!

Introduction: This first section of Acts 11, verses 1-18, describes Peter’s response to those who were upset he had eaten with Gentiles. This would certainly be Cornelius’ household in Caesarea (see Acts 10), but the Jews in Judea didn’t have all the facts. Peter gave a step by step account of what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Trinity Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 28, 2025

The Trinity is an essential part of a Christian's life. The relationship we have with the trinity is key to our salvation.

*Note, much of my commentary came from the website Got Questions and the article on the Trinity. (as quoted in the article) Title: Understanding the Trinity Theme: To understand the Trinity and the joy of the relationship. Text: Matthew 28:16 - 20 Matthew 28:16-20 Then the eleven disciples went ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Church Of God

H.e.l.p.

Contributed by Andy Beech on Mar 2, 2006

For God to hear our prayers and forgive our sin then there are certain actions that need to met on our part.

H.E.L.P. Andy Beech Text: If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Introduction Help ‘When I was younger, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Methodist

The Gift Of Wisdom And Knowledge Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

We will almost always miss out on something that God has for us if we try to limit the Holy Spirit, and fail to stress His love for infinite variety.

When Abraham Lincoln was a young lawyer in Springfield, he was approached by a man of wealth, who wanted to hire him to collect a debt. It seems that the poor man who owed him the two dollars and fifty cents denied the debt and refused to pay. Lincoln did not like the job, but after much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8

Elijah - The Power Of Prayer Part 2 Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Oct 24, 2007

Prayer changes things. Elijah was a man just like us and he changed the world he lived in. Examine the power of prayer in Elijah’s life and change your world.

ELIJAH – THE POWER OF PRAYER 2 James 5:17 -18 Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed earnestly that it would not rain; and it did not rain on the land for three years and six months. And he prayed again, and the heaven gave rain, and the earth produced its fruit. What makes an ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guardians Of The Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of obedience, prayer, love, understanding, and faith in God as we navigate our relationships and responsibilities in life.

Good morning, dear ones. We are here today, in this place of worship, to gather and grow. To listen and learn. To share and support. We are here to open our hearts to the Word of God and let it guide us. We are here to find comfort and courage in the teachings of our Savior. We are here to deepen ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17-21

Topics: Ministry, Essentials

The Fifth Gospel

Contributed by Bruce Howell on May 26, 2005

We are letters, written of God for all the world to read; we are the only Bible many will ever read.

THE FIFTH GOSPEL 2 Cor 3:2-3 2 You yourselves are our letter, written on our hearts, known and read by everybody. 3 You show that you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:2-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

The God Of The Unexpected Series

Contributed by David Ward on Oct 3, 2009

An expository message from Acts 12 on how God "shows up" in response to his people’s faith, and lack of faith.

INTRODUCTION: Arthur Burns was chair of the Federal Reserve in the 1970s, and a Jewish economist of great influence in Washington during the tenure of several Presidents. Burns was once asked to pray at a gathering of evangelical politicians. Stunning his hosts, he prayed thus: "Lord, I pray that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Journey Begins Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 16, 2012

Faith, following God, please God

THE JOURNEY BEGINS Hebrews 11:6 (6851) January 16, 2011 INTRODUCTION: When he was 88, the Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes found himself on a train. The conductor called for tickets, but Justice Holmes couldn't find his ticket and seemed terribly upset. He searched his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What The World Needs Now

Contributed by Michael Walther on May 18, 2011

Mother's Day Sermon that transitions from the importance of a mother's love to God's love. What the world needs now is the love of God in Christ that comes through God's word.

What the World Needs Now... Introduction “The sweetest sounds to mortals given are heard in Mother, Home and Heaven” (William Goldsmith Brown). No one can possibly mistake the connection between motherhood, love and God. God certainly hasn’t missed that connection. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Worship In Spirit And Truth John 4:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 23, 2024

John 4:24 is part of Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well, where He reveals what true worship entails. Let us explore four key points which affect our daily lives.

Worship in Spirit and Truth John 4:24 Introduction Today, we delve into the profound truth found in John 4:24 (NLT): "For God is Spirit, so those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth." This verse is part of Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17, Romans 8:26, John 4:24, Psalm 145:18, Romans 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Experiencing God In Times Of Silence

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 3, 2025

There are moments in every believer's journey when it seems as though God is silent. During such times, we may question whether He hears us, whether He is present, or whether He is working in our lives. However, silence does not mean absence.

EXPERIENCING GOD IN TIMES OF SILENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 19:11-13 “And after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire; and after the fire a still small voice.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:10 Habakkuk 2:20 Isaiah 30:15 Lamentations 3:25-26 Psalm 62:1-2 Exodus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:11-13, Psalm 46:10, Habakkuk 2:20, Isaiah 30:15, Lamentations 3:25-26, Psalm 62:1-2, Exodus 14:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God