Sermons on Eliminate Envy:

Fasting Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 23, 2017

Fasting is a spiritual discipline for inward communion with God.

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 6:16-18 “When you fast, don’t make it obvious to others, as the hypocrites who try to look mournful or disheveled like they didn’t comb their hair, or wash their face. Don’t try to get people to admire you for fasting. That is the only reward you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Gear Up

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Sep 22, 2015

What do we need to do to maintain healthy relationships?

GEAR UP! Our relationship with Christ (vertical relationship) is very important . Today we are going to focus on our relationships with others in a family, in a community and in a church. 1. Definition of gear: A gear or cogwheel is a rotating machine part having cut teeth, or cogs, which mesh with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Source Of Hope - Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Hughes on Sep 8, 2013

In continuing from this mornings message. Here is part two. Not only is Jesus our source of strength, but our source of hope as well. Where would we be without hope. Tonight we will explore Jesus as our Source of Hope.

In continuing from this mornings message. Here is part two. Not only is Jesus our source of strength, but our source of hope as well. Where would we be without hope. Tonight we will explore Jesus as our Source of Hope. Hope – (elpis) – “favorable and confident ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:11-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Positioning Sequence (Gps)

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 9, 2013

This section of the Story covers complaining in the wilderness; the bad report from the spies; and Moses' final speech.

1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_MaJDK3VNE a. I wonder if Moses felt like he was "herding cats" b. Or, maybe he felt like a parent on a cross country road trip with the kids saying: 1) Are we there yet? 2) Mom, he's looking at/touching me. 3) Bologna sandwiches? Why can't we stop? 2. A serious ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Positioning Sequence (Gps)

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 9, 2013

This Lesson covers the complaints in the desert; the spies' report and Moses' speech before the promised land.

1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_MaJDK3VNE a. I wonder if Moses felt like he was "herding cats" b. Or, maybe he felt like a parent on a cross country road trip with the kids saying: 1) Are we there yet? 2) Mom, he's looking at/touching me. 3) Bologna sandwiches? Why can't we stop? 2. A serious ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Different Path

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 11, 2019

By faith, we walk a different path.

INTRODUCTION For the past several weeks, we have been working with the idea that the Kingdom of God is not some future place to spend eternity, but rather is right here and now. Jesus’ words to those who came to hear him teach were, “Repent and believe for the Kingdom of God has come.” This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-14, Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Attacks From Within And Without Lesson 13 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

Face criticism with the presence of God.

A. THE INNER SIN OF ISRAEL RETURNS – EXODUS 17:1-7 1. Some problems come from circumstances. “There was not water for the people to drink” (17:1). a. Time of year. b. Hadn’t God led them? c. Weren’t they in a desert? 2. What was their past sin? Complaining/criticism (14:11-12; 15:24; 16:2). If ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7, Exodus 18:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Victory In Jesus Part 3: Our Victory Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 22, 2019

Jesus gained victory in Gethsemane, the cross and the tomb. He gives us victory over sin and death as well as through the day to day trials we face.

1. Irrational Fear: Several years ago, a freshman at Eagle Rock Junior High won first prize at the Greater Idaho Falls Science Fair with a scientific survey that he conducted. In his project he urged people to sign a petition demanding strict control or total elimination of a chemical known as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

20th Sunday After Pentecost

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Oct 20, 2020

God works in mysterious ways to bring something good out of the worst of what happens to us.

A Spanish Catholic priest, the venerable Saint John of the Cross, wrote, "Live in faith and hope, though it be in darkness, for in this darkness God protects the soul. Cast your care upon God, for you are His, and He will not forget you. Do not think that He is leaving you alone, for that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-16, Galatians 1:11-19

Denomination: Catholic

Vison Of Obadiah Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Apr 14, 2020

To learn the meaning and message of the prophet Obadiah

Let’s break some new ground and learn what God has for us to know from Obadiah. I. The man Nothing is known about this prophet outside of his name. Although there are 10 men by the name Obadiah named in the Old Testament, scholars are in agreement none of them was this man. Many prophets share a ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

A New Day Coming Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 6, 2022

Isaiah gives us a description of the new day. For believers in Jesus the best is yet to come. Your future is bright! The new Zion is described were believers dwell with God. Are you ready for the new day?

Have you ever had one of those days you would like to forget? It might be a time your alarm did not go off and then you spilled coffee on your shirt or worse yet while rushing you spilled coffee on your computer. Then you go out to your car and a tire is flat. All this before 8:00 AM. It is one of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Mission In Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 21, 2022

A mission is defined as a particular assignment given to a person or group of people.

Vannevar Bush, an American engineer once remarked: "Science has a simple faith, which transcends utility. Nearly all men of science, all men of learning for that matter, and men of simple ways too, have it in some form and in some degree. It is the faith that it is the privilege of man to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:3, 1 Corinthians 2:16, 1 Chronicles 16:24, John 14:26

Hope Is Not Dead!

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 5, 2022

Society wants to drive the hope in Jesus out of his disciples. We cannot let that happen.

Hope is NOT Dead! Mark 4:21-25 Mark 4:21 And He was saying to them, “A lamp is not brought to be put under a basket, is it, or under a bed? Is it not brought to be put on the lampstand? 22 “For nothing is hidden, except to be revealed; nor has anything been secret, but that it would come to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Jehovah M'kaddesh: God Who Sanctifies You Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 28, 2022

When a person becomes a Christian, he usually undergoes some radical life changes, especially if he has had an immoral background.

“When a person becomes a Christian, he usually undergoes some radical life changes, especially if he has had an immoral background. Through the first steps of spiritual growth and self-denial, he gets rid of the large, obvious sins. But sad to say, many believers stop there. They don't go on to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:7-8

Denomination: Salvation Army

Setting Up Idols In Bethel

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

First, Jeroboam built two idols and placed them in Bethel and Dan. Bethel means House of God and Dan means He judged. In the House of God, Jeroboam erected an idol—the golden calf. Jeroboam setup up a new altar to offer sacrifices before the golden calf.

Then he made two golden calves, and he said to the people, “Going to Jerusalem is too difficult for you. Israel, here is your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt.” He set up one in Bethel, and put the other in Dan. 1 Kings 12:28,29 First, Jeroboam built two idols and placed them in Bethel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:28