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Faith Is Running The Course

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Aug 30, 2013

Christ foretold the struggles, in the earth, in the Lord's Prayer.

FAITH IS RUNNING THE COURSE by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid “After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-34

Denomination: Friends

Around The Cross And At The Tomb

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 30, 2015

Now is the time to proclaim the resurrection, to the ends of the earth.

AROUND THE CROSS AND AT THE TOMB. Mark 15:40-47; Mark 16:1-8. There was a touching scene in Bethany, at the house of Simon the Leper, when an un-named woman broke open an alabaster box of precious ointment, and poured it over Jesus’ head. The living Lord Jesus recognised this beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:40-47, Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Salty Christianity

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 7, 2023

Jesus tells us we are the salt of the earth.

Matthew 5:13-20 Salty Christians or Believers 1. The following is some of the uses I found for Salt: • Salt is used for money and many people fought for in wars. "worth his salt" because of the value of salt. • Salt is used to cure and store meats It is used to disinfect wounds • It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Covenant Of Salt

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Jul 29, 2025

Matthew 5:13 – “You are the salt of the earth.”

Praise be to the wonderful name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, I want to talk about something sacred and often overlooked — something that has spiritual weight and covenant significance. Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth.” Not just a metaphor, but a calling, a covenant, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13, Leviticus 2:13, Numbers 18:19, 2 Chronicles 13:5, Revelation 1:6, Revelation 5:10, Ezekiel 16:4, Genesis 19:26, Luke 17:32, Colossians 4:6, Luke 14:34  (view more)  (view less)

The Unmatched Power Of Jesus' Blood SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

The Blood of Jesus, the most potent force on earth.

Today, we delve into the most crucial and relevant topic of all time - the power in the blood of Jesus. This story surpasses any other, as it holds the key to our salvation. It is greater than any fable, philosophical work, or literary masterpiece. The power in the blood of Jesus is profound and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Topics: Jesus' Blood, Unmatched Power

Fire Power! Series

Contributed by N A on Apr 10, 2006

Jesus is the ultimate, original pyromaniac. And He is looking for someone to become His fire-power in the Earth TODAY!

THE FILLING STATION #2: FIRE POWER! (February 2006 – Filling Station Youth Conference) OPENING: How many of you guys like to play with fire? Camping stories of boys & fire! Every boy, no matter what the age, is a pyromaniac. Camping @ Cultus Lake last summer, my son Austin (age 5) burned his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:16

Denomination: *other

What Is Man That Thou Art Mindful Of Him?

Contributed by Tarran Dookie on Feb 19, 2024

How does God view man? Why was man created? God wanted man, living in the Spirit, to rule the earth and conquer Satan. He wanted mere man, made from the dust of the earth, to have dominion.

WHAT IS MAN THAT THOU ART MINDFUL OF HIM? (by brother Tarran Dookie) MADE A LITTLE LOWER THAN ANGELS Heb 2:6-8 But one in a certain place testified, saying, What is man, that thou art mindful of him? or the son of man, that thou visitest him? Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; thou ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Nov 23, 2013

Teaching Series that looks at the current role of the Holy Spirit on earth and within the church.

Understanding the Holy Spirit LESSON ONE I. Who Is the Holy Spirit? A. The Holy Spirit is more than an “experience.” 1) The Holy Spirit is not an “it.” 2) The Holy Spirit is a person and He has a Personality. B. Jesus never referred to the Holy Spirit as just a ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

From Weepers To Warriors

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 12, 2025

God made a revival meeting look like a war party. Amazing -- that's just what it is to Satan! Satan is unmoved by our singing, our sermons, our Bible studies, etc., but when he hears groaning & fervent prayer – he trembles!

FROM WEEPERS TO WARRIORS 1 Sam 7:2-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about this 85-year-old woman. She went on a blind date with a 92-year-old man. She came home very frustrated and her daughter said, "Mom, what's wrong?" 2. She said, "I had to slap him three ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where Is Your Treasure?

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Mar 19, 2007

The treasure that lasts is not what we accumulate on this earth but what we value in our hearts.

WHERE IS YOUR TREASURE? (Based on a sermon by Jeff Walling preached at the Tulsa International Soul Winning Workshop in March of 2006)) A. (Show clip from the movie: National Treasure) Hollywood has made tons of MONEY on TREASURE HUNTING movies. COMMENT: Indiana Jones, Titanic, Pirates of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Deluge

Contributed by Engleburg Toney on Jan 16, 2004

There is another Flood being imposed upon the earth, however it is not for the destruction of the earth but for the destruction of the church. What can we do to avoid the Devil’s deluge?

The Deluge The end is near brothers and sisters never before in the history of this world has there been such an aura of this event. Read the headlines. The constant accounts of violent crimes, businesses folding, divorces, wars, earthquakes, floods, and attendance in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

238 - Servant's Reward Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Oct 12, 2002

DOES IT MATTER WHAT I DO HERE ON EARTH? The implication of the following verses is that treasures will be measured in heaven according to the deeds done on earth. So, YES!!!

Sermon Study # 238 –SERVANT’S REWARD Key Scripture: Eph 6:7-8 Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men, because you know that the Lord will reward everyone for whatever good he does, whether he is slave or free. Illustrate – Illustration: The Graduation Gift A young ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

There Is Hope In Faith Full Living Series

Contributed by Clinton Smith on Mar 4, 2008

The believers of the Old Testament teach us to anticipate heaven while evaluating earth. In other words, keep heaven in view while living in here on earth.

Philip Yancey in his book, Disappointment with God, tells of a letter he received from a woman who was struggling with life and her faith in God. He says, “A young mother wrote that her joy had turned to bitterness and grief when she delivered a daughter with spina bifida, a birth defect that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Supernatural Plan Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Nov 18, 2008

God has chosen to limit much of His activity upon the earth to the prayers of His people, to whom He has consigned dominion over the earth.

Living the Supernatural Life – Part Two: God’s Plan Last week we introduced the concept that many of us are living far below our potential (kind of like a eagle living with turkeys) when it comes to the supernatural life. We live on a plane of existence that the rest of the world does…an arena ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Over The Devil By The Blood Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 9, 2023

The Devil was overcome by the Blood of Jesus in heaven and driven to the earth. He can be overcome over and over again by the believers here on earth through the Blood of Jesus.

Victory over the Devil by the Blood of Jesus Christ Study Text: Revelations 12:11 Introduction: -. John captured a glimpse of Heaven’s glorious throne and all he could see was the Lamb of God “slain from the foundation of the world.” - And seeing nobody but Christ, he understood the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11

Denomination: Pentecostal