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More Than Salt

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 25, 2009

A sermon about salt from Matthew 5:13. Main points come from Victor Knowles

Evening Service for 5/24/2009 (Mat 5:13 NIV) "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. Introduction: An old Greek tale tells of a king with three daughters. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Six Marks Of Leadership: Introduction In Nehemiah Series

Contributed by Tim White on May 7, 2011

There are six marks of leadership seen in Nehemiah chapters 1-6. Leaders can study these leadership qualities in Nehemiah and grow in their influence.

On the front of one church bulletin always reads, “Ministers: The entire congregation Pastor: Rev David L. Buttry.” Rick Warren in his Purpose Driven Church advocates “No ministry, no membership.” Every believer is a minister or servant of God who should be serving God and ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Obedience Of Faith

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 13, 2014

Faith is critical, but it was not enough in the life of Mary, and it is not enough in our own life. What is needed is the obedience of faith.

Fourth Sunday in Advent 2014 My most intense memory of today’s Gospel–which unlike the rest of this year is taken from the writings of St. Luke–is of singing it at a Mass celebrated where the angel appeared to Mary. It was in Nazareth, in 2005, with a pilgrimage group. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Catholic

Not Just An Ordinary Light!

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 14, 2014

A perspective on John 1: 1-18. Jesus was born of flesh and blood just like you and me. And yet Christians confess that he is the Light of the world. How can this be? What sort of light is he?

John 1: 1-18 Not Just An Ordinary Light! People respond to light. Sunlight brings people out to work and play. This celestial body of light, the sun provides energy and life for living things. Moonlight and starlight give us something to watch in the otherwise dark night sky. Some people look ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon On The Acceptance Of God

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 6, 2021

Acceptance is defined as the action of consenting to receive or undertake something offered.

Reinhold Niebuhr, an American theologian, reputedly once wrote a “Serenity Prayer” which is generally quoted as: “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us: “For I know the plans ...read more

Scripture: John 6:37, Romans 5:8, Zephaniah 3:17, Revelation 3:20

Look Beyond The Visible Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 27, 2021

Your mental picture determines your mental focus.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF NO 010 So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. The things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever. 2 Corinthians 4:18 NLT LOOK BEYOND THE VISIBLE Paul is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Revelation 21:4

Denomination: Charismatic

Sermon On A Tempestuous Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 29, 2021

A tempestuous life is primarily characterized by strong, turbulent or conflicting emotions.

Frederick William Robertson, an English divine once remarked: “In the darkest hour through which a human soul can pass, whatever else is doubtful, this at least is certain. If there be no God and no future state, yet, even then, it is better to be generous than selfish, better to be chaste than ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:25, Psalm 34:17-20, Isaiah 25:4

The Joy In Giving To God Series

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 5, 2021

The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The Christian life is to be filled with joy.

The Joy in Giving To God 1. Philippians 4:15-19 2. Mark 12:41-44 Psalm 138 The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The Christian life is to be filled with joy. In this letter Paul expressed joy in numerous ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-19, Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On Emotions

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 29, 2021

Emotion is defined as a strong feeling deriving from one’s circumstances, mood or relationships with others.

Jeffrey Kent Eugenides, an American novelist and short-story writer once remarked: "Emotions, in my experience, aren't covered by single words. I don't believe in "sadness," "joy," or "regret." Maybe the best proof that the language is patriarchal is that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:26, Proverbs 12:15, 2 Timothy 1:7, Galatians 5:22-23

Nigeria Outreach 2022

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 1, 2022

I went to Oyo, Oyo State, Nigeria from May 19-26 and preached at Fountain of Peace Baptist Church, with Pastor John Oyelade. I preached 5 messages to the congregation and two to ministers in the mornings. We had a wonderful outpouring.

NIGERIA OUTREACH 2022 May 22-25, 2022 POWERPOINT & COMMENTS SLIDE 1 – “AFRICA AND OYO STATE” SLIDE 2 – “My Destination: Fountain of Peace Baptist Church in Oyo Inset: Pastor John Oyelade” SLIDE 3 – “The Roads are Bustling with People.” In cities, most people walk where they’re going. In Oyo ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Road To Damascus And A New Beginning

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 30, 2020

Every person deserves a new beginning!

THE ROAD TO DAMASCUS AND A NEW BEGINNING "1 Then Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest 2 and asked letters from him to the synagogues of Damascus, so that if he found any who were of the Way, whether men or women, he might bring ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Temptation

Contributed by William Meakin on May 27, 2021

We all suffer temptation at some point in our earthly journey, it is a natural part of life.

Derek Charles Blasberg, an American journalist, socialite, best selling author and television personality once remarked: “Temptation is as old as time; or at least the history of temptation extends as far back as the moment Eve gave Adam that serpent’s apple. But what sets the lady apart from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:40, James 1:3, Hebrews 4:15

Be Of The Same Mind With One Another Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 24, 2021

The Church Needs to be a Place Where We Build Up One Another.

- BUILDING UP ONE ANOTHER - BE OF THE SAME MIND WITH ONE ANOTHER Romans 15:5-6 Introduction The Church Needs to be a Place Where We Build Up One Another. This is essential because: We have a common enemy whom we all battle. We have our own inward temptations we fight against. We have the job of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Advantages Of Sincerely Seeking Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Apr 16, 2024

The Benefits Of Seeking Jesus

1. INTRODUCTION. I’M SURE THAT YOU WILL AGREE WITH ME THAT THERE ARE CERTAIN ADVANTAGES OF SERIOUSLY SEEKING SOME THINGS IN THIS LIFE. THERE ARE ADVANTAGES IN SERIOUSLY SEEKING EMPLOYMENT, SO THAT WE CAN EARN A DECENT LIVING; FRIENDSHIPS, SO THAT WE CAN HAVE COMPANIONSHIP AND SOMEONE TO CONFIDE ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Thankfull

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Dec 4, 2023

Today, I want to talk to about the power of being thankful. It truly is a very powerful attitude to have. It can also take quite a bit of practice. The society we are part of often focuses on what we lack or what goes wrong.

Sermon: The Power of Gratitude - Being Thankful Have bucket of blessings And a mug of moaning List of blessings in strips List of moans – no holiday, Introduction: Today, I want to talk to about the power of being thankful. It truly is a very powerful attitude to have. It can also take quite a bit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18