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Giving Thanks As We Grow Older Sermon Iv: Gratitude Changes Attitude For The Better Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 27, 2019

Gratitude changes the attitude of those Pilgrims who celebrated the very first Thanksgiving in America and, upon reflection on how far our country advanced since then, may gratitude permeate our lives as it did theirs.

GRATITUDE CHANGES ATTITUDE FOR THE BETTER Colossians 3:15-17 We all know the story of the coming to America by the Pilgrims in 1621. Perhaps you, like I, have visited ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Encouragement For Hurting Fathers On Father's Day

Contributed by Noel Schreuder on Jun 19, 2021

On Father's Day, fathers are honored for being great dads to their children. But what about the hurting dads, whose children broke their hearts because they lost the plot? To these hurting dads, who often suffer in silence, I want to bring a message of encouragement today.

THE HURTING FATHER WHO CONTINUES TO BELIEVE IN GOD AND FINDS REST IN HIM Having good memories of your father is a great blessing. Many times at family gatherings, the conversation with my father turned in the direction of: “Remember Dad, the time when we ...”, and then there was a good laugh about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:6-7, Psalm 4:1, Habakkuk 3:17-18, Psalm 147:2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

King Agrippa Ii Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 30, 2022

In 70 he aided Vespasian’s son Titus in the final conquest of Jerusalem itself. After the war, his territory was enlarged by Titus, and he apparently survived until 93 CE.

Herod Agrippa II, or AGRIPPA II, officially named Marcus Julius Agrippa and sometimes shortened to Agrippa, was the last ruler from the Herodian dynasty, reigning over territories outside of Judea as a Roman client. Agrippa was overthrown by his Jewish subjects in 66 and supported the Roman side in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Faith

Contributed by James Snyder on Jan 15, 2018

When I begin to understand the power of faith, I begin to appreciate what the Christian life is really all about.

Some people like to refer to themselves as a man or woman of faith. Yet, if you query them along that subject you discover they have no idea what a man or woman of faith is. Faith has become just a word we use when thinking of somebody who is religious. Their faith is rooted in their religion. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:12-24

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Faith Promise

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 26, 2017

This is a sermon but realistically it is more of a framework that could be used for a FP service in your church. FP is giving to missions on a weekly/monthly basis that makes giving above tithes more systematic and keeps missions in the forefront.

Please open your Bibles to Romans 10:9-15 which we will read in a few minutes. (You can insert your own intro here. this is what I used) [Ten days ago when our guest speakers were here for our Faith Promise service things got mixed up and we ended up not making the presentation for Faith Promise ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-15, Isaiah 52:7, Ephesians 4:11

Denomination: Nazarene

Divine Chastisement

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 22, 2019

Christians are not punished for sins. God's people can never by any possibility be punished for their sins, for God has already punished them at the cross.

DIVINE CHASTISEMENT "Despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when thou art rebuked of him" Heb 12:5 I. Divine Punishments vs. Divine Chastisement A. Importance to draw a distinction for 1. The honor and glory of God 2. The peace of mind of the Christian B. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5, Hebrews 9:28, 1 Peter 2:24, Hebrews 12:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Biblical Questions That Needs To Be Asked

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 25, 2022

Every four year we all enjoy watching our political system at work before our very eyes.

That is, the candidates for congress, senate, and for president of the United States are asked some of the most profound questions that candidates can be asked. And, almost without hesitation, the candidates would have us believe they are so brilliant they have the answers to all those perplexing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

Ten Ways To Serve Your Generation (Rescued For What?)

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020

We have been rescued from our enemies so we can serve God without fear, 75 in holiness and righteousness for as long as we live” Lk 1:74-75

“We have been rescued from our enemies so we can serve God without fear, 75 in holiness and righteousness for as long as we live” Lk 1:74-75 Those who have followed my writings will notice that some terminologies and vocabularies tinkle my fancy or better said fascinate me or better said resonate ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

"unless A Kernel Of Wheat Falls To The Ground And Dies..."

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 12, 2024

A sermon about loss and renewal.

“Unless a Kernel of Wheat falls to the Ground and Dies…” John 12:20-33 In our Gospel Lesson for this morning, Jesus unveils the pattern of life we all experience as human beings on this earth. It is the pattern of life for all living things. Jesus says, “Unless a kernel of wheat falls to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Godly Dads

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

We honor fathers who not only gave us life, but who also show us how to live.

Opening illustration: While waiting for an eye examination last year, I was struck by a statement I saw in the optometrist’s office: “Eighty percent of everything children learn in their first 12 years is through their eyes.” I began thinking of all that children visually process through reading, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Road To Revival

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

All of us have fallen, and our fall is not something in the past. It is something very much present right now. It is personal for each one of us. All of us come to a point when we want that which will be harmful to us.

Opening illustration: A few years ago, a story in a National American Magazine described a couple who “adopted” two wolf puppies. They discovered the wolves, while making a movie about the caribou in Alaska. They took them to their home, raised them, gave them the kindest treatment, and for a while ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ultimate Renaissance Man.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 5, 2024

What does the word renaissance really mean? Renaissance is a change for the better that produces progress and development; It’s a broad knowledge of the world at large.

The Ultimate Renaissance Man. John 12:24-25 What does the word renaissance really mean? Renaissance is a change for the better that produces progress and development; It’s a broad knowledge of the world at large. We know Leonardo da Vinci as the Renaissance man. His intellectual skill led to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-25, Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Peacocks And The Pride Of Life”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 18, 2024

This week I center on human pride using the illustration of a peacock. Illustration of Nebuchadnezzar of pride, and Johnny Appleseed who was humble.

In Jesus Holy Name January 21, 2024 Epiphany III Psalm 62:7,8 Redeemer “Peacocks and the Pride of Life” Today’s message is not about how you can eternal peace with God. Today’s message is not about how your broken commandments can be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:13, Mark 1:14-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Secret Of Strong Families PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023

Good morning, family! It's wonderful to see each of you here today, ready to delve into God's Word together. We're going to be talking about something that's close to our hearts and homes. We're going to chat about families and the secret to their strength. Dietrich Bonhoeffer once wrote, "The test ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-7

Topics: Modeling, Biblical Way

Unveiling Injustice PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024

This sermon addresses the misuse of spiritual power, monetary exploitation, and abuse within the church, urging believers to seek truth and wisdom in these challenging times. 2 Timothy

Greetings, dear friends and fellow sojourners in the faith. It's a joy to gather together in this sacred space, where the echoes of hymns still linger in the rafters, where the whispers of prayers have seeped into the walls, and where the Word of God is the foundation upon which we stand. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-13, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Ecclesiastes 4:1-6

Topics: Abusive Power, Exposing, Overcoming