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Ash Wednesday - A Blessed Path To Restoration

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 18, 2022

As you begin your Lenten journey, I pray that God would pour out his Holy Spirit upon you, empowering you to take up your cross and follow Jesus. I pray that both the strength and the boldness of Jesus would be yours as others look at you, and see a disciple of Jesus, following by His side.

The Blessed Path to Restoration Lamentation 3:37-42; 55-58 NLT “Who can command things to happen without the Lord’s permission? Does not the Most High send both calamity and good? Then why should we, mere humans, complain when we are punished for our sins? Instead, let us test and examine our ways. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, James 5:16, Lamentations 3:37-42, Lamentations 3:55-58

Denomination: Methodist

"Peter, Feed My Sheep” (12 Of 21)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022

We often hear Christians say that they believe the Lord Jesus is coming soon to gather His church.

When some Christians say that, it makes you wonder why they say that. I say this because their life-styles do not reflect that they believe He is going to come very soon. Many live their lives as we did as children. Illus: If our parents had to go somewhere, before they left they gave us chores ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Your Faith Through The Roof

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 14, 2022

Often we face obstructions which hinder us from getting what we need from the Lord. Unusual steps may have to be taken, but the Lord will answer faith with help & healing! Don't limit God or the way He may work!

TAKING YOUR FAITH THROUGH THE ROOF Luke 5:17-26 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An atheist had an old tree in his back yard. During a storm, the tree fell on his neighbor’s house. The atheist called his insurance company to see if it was covered. 2. The insurance agent was a Christian and knew that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon # 9 - The Significance Of Breaking Bread Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Mar 6, 2023

The breaking of bread was a vital aspect of the early church. This sermon gives us the background, meaning and significance for us as the body of Christ today. Read on and be blessed.

In Acts 2:46 we read, “So continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they were sharing food with joy and simplicity of heart,” (EMTV) As we continue to study the life of the early church, we recognize that the hand of God rested powerfully on them, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46, Exodus 2:23, Genesis 12:2, Exodus 12:1-2, Exodus 12:5-8, Exodus 12:23, Luke 22:7-8, Luke 22:19-20, 1 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Corinthians 10:2, Exodus 12:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

My Top 7 Predictions For 2024

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 24, 2024

I outline 7 of the predictions of non-Christian prophets for 2024, and then, based on the Word of God, I predict 7 things I am certain will happen in 2024. This is very edifying!

MY TOP 7 PREDICTIONS FOR 2024 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Many times people will let their own cat out of the bag! 2. Alan Abercrombie was driving back to Virginia, when he saw flashing blue lights in his rearview mirror. “I handed the officer my license and made small talk while my wife dug ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Communing With God

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 14, 2025

Prayer in Judeo-Christian tradition is not merely a practice but a relational expression of trust and dependency on God. It encompasses the believer's joy, sorrow, need, and worship, providing a profound connection to God, our Creator.

"Pray without ceasing." (1 Thessalonians 5:17, KJV) Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name." (Psalm 100:4, KJV) Introduction • Opening Thought: Prayer is a vital means of communicating with God. It is not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Psalm 100:4, 1 Chronicles 29:10-13, Psalm 51:1-13, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, James 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Mission Of The Savior Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 21, 2009

1) The Savior Proclaimed (Isa. 61:1-3), 2) The Salvation Protrayed (Isa. 61:4-7), 3) The Saints Promoted (Isa. 61:8-9) and 4) The Savior Praised (Isa. 16:10-11).

In 2008, a human rights tribunal ruled that Christian Horizons, an evangelical Christian group that provides care and homes for the severely disabled, should not have enforced a religious code of morality on its employees because the work they were engaged in was not religious. Rather, it involved ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

Denomination: Other

The Diversity Of Spiritual Gifts In Contributing Toward Unity Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 13, 2018

We must make a distinction between “spiritual gifts” and natural abilities. When you were born into this world God gave you certain natural abilities, perhaps in mechanics, art, athletics, or music. In this regard, all men are not created equal . . .

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 8/13/17 Lesson 17: The Diversity of Spiritual Gifts in Contributing Toward Unity (Ephesians 4:7-16) Ephesians 4:7-16 (KJV) 7 But unto every one of us is given grace according to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

"Engagement Or Exclusion?"

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jul 28, 2006

This is a look at our outreach as a Church and as individuals. Its a call to relavent engagement.

Engagement or Exclusion? Mark 2.13-17 We see here the beginings of conflict with the Pharisees. It is an underlying theme set right through the gospel; Between the Pharisees and Jesus over the character of God and forgiveness. The four stories that follow continue this theme: Eating with tax ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort One Another

Contributed by Raymond Shockley on Oct 17, 2006

With the approach of the Coming Tribulation, there is Comfort for us in Spirit and the Promises of Jesus.

TEXT - 1 Th 4:13KJV But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. {14} For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. {15} For this we say ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

#12divine Possibilities: The Great Pretender Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 24, 2005

We have been studying there is more than what man can do. God has a plan. Pretending and playing church will hinder God’s Possibilities. Don’t be hypocritical!

SPEAK TO THE DIVINE POSSIBILITIES: #12--- DIVINE POSSIBILITIES: THE GREAT PRETENDER! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We are studying Divine Possibilities: 1. Climb into God’s Envelope; 2. Accept the Mantle; 3. Starving at a feast; 4. Let God! 5. Dying in a Rut: When an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:3-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Know The Difference Between Whitewashing And Washing White?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 31, 2005

There are many external problems that are a manifestation of a deep internal problem. We must get to the root of the problems to correct them.

WHITEWASHED OR WASHED WHITE? GIVE THE OFFERING OF EXCUSES? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. THERE IS A BIG DIFFERENCE IN WHITEWASHING AND WASHING WHITE. THERE IS A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OUTWARD RIGHTEOUSNESS AND INWARD CORRUPTION, AND REAL RIGHTEOUSNESS! AN EXTERNAL SIGN OF AND ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's Alive

Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Aug 19, 2002

Hebrews 4:12...the word of God is Living and Active and Sharper than any double edged sword...

IT’S ALIVE…THE WORD OF GOD AIM: To help the congregation to take a stand on the Word of God. TEXT: Hebrews 4:12 OPEN: a) Good Morning b) Announcements if any c) Welcome to everyone d) Tell Story or Joke e) Introduce Topic…THE WORD OF GOD f) Share how the word has affected ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saviour And Lord Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jan 12, 2004

Jesus purged our sins and then sat down at the right hand of God

Saviour Reading Is 52:13-53:12 Heb 1:3 He by Himself purged our sins Why has this wonderful and glorious Being, in whom all things are summed up, and who is before all things, the Father’s delight and the Father’s glory; why has this infinite light, this infinite power, this infinite majesty come ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

How To R.a.p. When You Have Messed Up

Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 8, 2004

All of us have messed up in our lives one way or another. When you have messed up, you need to learn how to R.A.P.

Psalms 51:1-12 Topic: How to R.A.P. when you have messed up in this life All of us, whether we are young or old, black or white, male or female; Baptist or Methodist, Pentecostal or Apostolic; all of us at one time or another has messed up bad in our lives. It does not matter how long you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist