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The Power Of Prayer: #2: Power Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 2, 2009

Sermon #2 in the Power of Prayer series focuses on the Power of Prayer when we are plugged into God. The example is given of Peter being released from jail by an angel after the people prayed for him. Acts 12:1-19

The Power of Prayer:#2-POWER Ephesians 1:19-21 CHCC: June 14, 2009 (from Discover the Power of Prayer by Max Lucado) SKIT: TUNE UP Ed: Today we’re talking about the power of prayer. I want to start with a song about prayer. (start strumming with noticeably out of tune strings) Lawrence: Um ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lent 2: God Is Heavy: Carrying The Weight Of God

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Mar 8, 2019

Second Sunday in Lent. This sermon focuses ar​oun​d the idea of God as s​hiel​d but God as heavy to carry as Lent requires reflection and repentence​.

“Carrying the Weight of God.” The Rev. Rian Adams Second Sunday of Lent, Year C The Genesis reading says God spoke to Abram and said, “I am your shield.” A shield has one job… the difference between life and death is how well a shield does that job. A shield's vocation is to protect the one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Vice Or Virtue (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 14, 2004

The 12th message of 13 in an expository series on the book of Colossians.

Vice or Virtue (Part 2) Colossians 3:12-17 12Therefore, as God¡¦s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Trial By Fire Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 22, 2021

1 Peter 4:12-19 prepares us to 1) Expect suffering (1 Peter 4:12), 2) Exult in suffering (1 Peter 4:13-14), 3) Evaluate suffering (1 Peter 4:15-18), and 4) Entrust suffering to God (1 Peter 4:19).

1 Peter 4:12-19. Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. [13] But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. [14] If you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Other

2nd Kings 5:1-14 Hear, Believe, And Follow The Instructions

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 30, 2011

Leprosy in the Bible is a picture and type of sin; we have in the miracle of Naaman being healed of leprosy a picture of salvation through faith in God’s Word. What Naaman had no doctor on earth could cure, he carried with him a death sentence, all lo

2ND KINGS 5:1-14 HEAR, BELIEVE, AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS 8-27-11 As we get into the message today, I want to point out that Leprosy in the Bible is a picture and type of sin; we have in the miracle of Naaman being healed of leprosy a picture of salvation through faith in God’s Word. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Follow Me 2 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 25, 2022

In a previous sermon I preached on the importance of following the right people.

When Jesus was here on earth He stated on one occasion, "...FOLLOW ME, and I will make you fishers of men." It is interesting that the Bible not only records that He told these men to follow Him, but also it records that they were smart enough to obey. Look at Matt. 4:20, it states, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Part 2: Wise Warnings From God Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 10, 2011

1. Don’t slaughter one another (Gal 5:13-15) 2. Don’t be snobby to one another (Gal 5:25-26) 3. Don’t slander one another (James 4:11-12) 4. Don’t sue one another (1 Cor 6:1-7) 5. Don’t speak dishonestly to one another (Col 3:9-14)

Series: God’s Best for One Another Part 2: Wise Warnings from God Gal 5:13-26, James 4:11-12, 1 Cor 6:1-7, Col 3:9-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Sept. 6, 2009 BACKGROUND: *Does God care how we treat one another in His church? -- He most certainly does. We know this because ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Baptist

Living To Please God (Part 2) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 23, 2012

This sermon continues and concludes the section of 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 that I began last week. Paul gives three aspects of living a life that pleases God. This sermon covers the last two aspects.

Introduction: A. Today I want to talk about living a life that pleases God. 1. Ultimately, living a life that pleases God will also be a life that will get the attention of others and will impact them. B. I like the story told about the person who visited the mental institution and asked the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Known By God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 3, 2022

I am fearfully and wonderfully made.

KNOWN BY GOD. Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 139:13-18. What convinced me of the reality of the God of the Bible - 'the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ' (Ephesians 1:3) - was not intellectual argument, but personal encounter. This occurred in two phases: first in a sense of guilt ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 139:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Many Nations, One Family! (A Sermon On Acts 2:1-14)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 14, 2007

Racial unity within the church is our calling, our mission and in many ways our message, for it is through our multi-coloured yet integrated community of love that the world...

What is it that strikes you when you hear this passage? It was the accusation of drunkenness that first struck me, and indeed I focused on that last time I preached on this passage, noting that drunken and wild behaviour is not the sort of thing that the church is normally accused of nowadays ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

A Living Sacrifice To God Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 7, 2018

Part two of this series focuses on Romans 12:3-8.

A Living Sacrifice To God Part 2 Scriptures: Romans 12:3-8; 15:1-3; 1 Corinthians 3:1-7 This is part two of my series “A Living Sacrifice to God.” If you recall from last week, we focused on verses one and two from Romans chapter twelve. In those verses Paul urges the Christians in Rome to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, Romans 15:1-3, 1 Corinthians 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To Ecclesiastes Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 11, 2010

This sermon introduces us to the book of Ecclesiastes.

Scripture During the 2007 NFL regular season, New England Patriots’ quarterback Tom Brady set the record for most touchdown passes (50) in a regular season, paving the way for his winning the MVP award. At the age of 30, he has already won three Super Bowls—an accomplishment that sets ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of God’s Word

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 3, 2013

God’s Word has the power to give us: 1. Salvation (1 Peter 1:17-21 & 23-25). 2. Purification (1 Peter 1:22). 3. Completion (1 Peter 2:1-2). 4. Satisfaction (1 Peter 2:3).

The Power of God’s Word 1 Peter 1:17-2:3 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 27, 2012 *As you’ve already heard, our theme for VBS this year is “Amazing Wonders Aviation,” and it’s all about the amazing power of God. Against the backdrop of some of the world’s great natural ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Difference 2 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 28, 2022

Tonight we want to look again at HOW WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH OUR LIFE.

Notice again, these words, “And of some have compassion MAKING A DIFFERENCE…” There are some folks that have deep feelings for the things of God. That word “compassion” here has to do with WORDS and ACTIONS. You can tell some people love the Lord by the way they TALK and LIVE. • The Pastor can ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Be Strong (2 Timothy 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 11, 2024

Do we allow Christ to make us strong and faithful? Let's discuss this in 2 Timothy 2.

Do we allow Christ Jesus to make us strong? Should we entrust the Gospel to faithful men? Should we meditate on Jesus? Do we endure all things? Have we died with Him? Are we faithful, just as He remains faithful? Let’s discuss this in 2 Timothy 2. Did Paul want Timothy to let Christ make him ...read more

Denomination: Baptist