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The Birth Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 15, 2023

The birth of John the Baptist in Luke 1:57-66 shows us how God fulfills his promise.

Introduction There is usually great excitement when a couple conceives a child. This is very true if the couple has had difficulty conceiving. Then, after the conception, there are the months of preparation and excitement as the couple waits for the arrival of the child. Finally, the child is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-66

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Satisfies Series

Contributed by Harry Jackson on Dec 26, 2023

"I Can't Get No Satisfaction

On June 5, 1965, what is now regarded as one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll songs of all time was released. That song was titled “(I Can’t Get No} Satisfaction” by the English rock band, The Rolling Stones. It was a song that took the world by storm. It charted at “number one” in a slew of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-25

The Miracle Of The Manger

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Dec 30, 2023

A Series for Christmas.

Title: “The Miracle of the Manger” Scripture: Luke 2 Type: Christmas Series Where: GNBC 12-31-23 Intro: A wife said to her husband, “Shall we watch the six o’clock news and get indigestion or wait for the eleven o’clock and have insomnia?” One wag put it, “The evening news is where they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Christian In Modern Times – The Last Days, And How To Live In Them – Part 1 - Impending Wrath Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 30, 2023

Living in these last days is difficult. We look at the wrath of God that is coming and the display of sin in the world. When we understand this current world, then we appreciate what God delivered us from. Seeking the lost should result.

THE CHRISTIAN IN MODERN TIMES – THE LAST DAYS, AND HOW TO LIVE IN THEM – PART 1 - IMPENDING WRATH [A]. INTRODUCTION TO THE TOPICS Thanks for taking the time to study God’s word with us. Thanks to God for those He blesses. The purpose of these talks is to strengthen one another in days that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-2, 2 Timothy 3:3-5, Isaiah 5:20, 1 Thessalonians 5:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 1:10, Revelation 6:16-17, Revelation 9:20-21, Romans 1:18-20, Romans 1:21-25, Romans 1:26-32, Luke 13:2-5, Romans 2:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Majesty In A Manger

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 3, 2024

Luke chapter 2 tells us about the shepherds who heard about Jesus and visited Him, but Hebrews 1 tells us who the baby in the manger really was. What child is this? He is majesty in the manger.

Introduction: A. C.S. Lewis, the famous British writer and literary scholar, who was an atheist for many years, wrote: “Once in our world, a stable had something in it that was bigger than our whole world.” 1. As you know, he was referring to the birth of Jesus in a stable and Jesus’ first bed was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3, Luke 2:10-12, Romans 8:16-17, John 1:3, Colossians 1:16, John 1:14, Colossians 1:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Protection In Times Of Crisis Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 29, 2024

Psalm 91:1-16 teaches us how God protects believers in times of crisis.

Introduction Corrie ten Boom was a Dutch Christian who, along with her family, helped many Jews escape the Nazis by hiding them in their home. This act of bravery and faith eventually led to their arrest. Corrie and her sister Betsie were sent to Ravensbrück, a notorious women's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beholding The Glory

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jul 5, 2024

As followers of Jesus Christ, we ought to be excited to experience the future Glory that Jesus will reveal. We believe that it will transcend all the glories in this world. In our present time, when His Glory at least flashes in us, what do you think could be our reaction?

“When she had said this, she went and called her sister Mary, saying in private, ’The Teacher is here and is calling for you.’ And when she heard it, she rose quickly and went to him. Now Jesus had not yet come into the village, but was still in the place where Martha had met him. When ...read more

Scripture: John 11:28-37

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Lukewarm Christian?

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jul 9, 2024

This sermon explores the dangers of lukewarm Christianity, urging believers to fervently live out their faith and embody a Christ-like attitude in their daily lives.

Good morning, dear friends. As always, it is a joy and a privilege to gather in this sacred space, a space that is not confined to these walls of this physical church, but into the homes of each of you online now, and when you watch it in the future. In this space we are united by our shared faith ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, John 15:5-8, Psalm 51:10, Proverbs 16:18, John 3:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 6 - Lessons From Three Kings Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 19, 2024

Are we at peace with those around us? Do we remain content or is there a spirit of covetousness? Are we overcomers or do we give in to temptations? The record of three Kings will help us examine our own lives so we can realize where we stand.

In the previous sermon we studied in depth about the need to make wise, and godly choices. We were reminded that while some decisions are inconsequential, others have a permanent effect on our lives. We considered Abraham and his nephew Lot. Lot made some wrong choices that landed him in Sodom, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4, Revelation 1:6, James 4:1, Luke 12:13-15, Matthew 6:33, Colossians 3:1-2, Genesis 14:18, Hebrews 7:2, Matthew 5:9, Genesis 14:20, Genesis 14:21-23, John 14:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Masculine Man: How Does A Godly Man Look Like. Series

Contributed by Louis Mare on Jul 20, 2024

Over the years I have seen and learned a lot. What we currently seeing and happening in the world in how men see themselves, how women see men has had a huge cultural and societal shift.

Well, it is good to be with you all today. As we said last week we are starting a new series on biblical relationships. Now for those who know me, I really love to look at the Old Testament stories and how they still shape and show how relevant they are today. So, I want to kick of the series doing ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5, 1 Corinthians 10:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Kingdom Of God: "Not So Wise Men”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 21, 2024

Our first impression on hearing this title are the wise men of the Christmas story. But in our story, Jesus is answering three men in a manner we’re not accustomed to. From Jesus’s responses, we find some valuable information about God’s kingdom. Come join us on this unusual journey.

The Kingdom of God “Not So Wise Men” Luke 9:57-62 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqU091I5leE Now, our first impression upon hearing this title is the wise men found in the Christmas story. Instead, in this series, we’re looking at Kingdom of God principles we can live ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Foursquare

Whatever

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jul 24, 2024

Meditate on praiseworthy things and be content

Whatever Philippians 4:8-13 Good morning. betterup.com asked the question, “Can anyone develop a positive mindset, or are you born with it? The truth is, everyone can adopt a more positive mental attitude. Developing a more positive orientation can improve your mood, relationships, job and life ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Know The God Of The Bible (God Is Omnipresent) 2 Of 3

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 24, 2024

A lot of times if you are like me, you may assume things that we should not assume until we get all the facts.

That is, we do not know all the facts about a certain situation and so we assume something that later proves to be an inaccurate assumption. Let me illustrate… Illus: This was an actual news story from a San Diego newspaper! (The actual AP headline was WANTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER) The story goes ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unshakable Faith Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jul 24, 2024

There are going to be times in life when you are trusting God and things do not make sense in our mind, but still stands strong in our heart. There will be times when things seem to be going in the wrong direction-- but you know God is leading the way. What gives us an unshakable faith?

Have you ever heard the phrase, “And they lived happily ever after”? Probably most people think this phrase originated from Walt Disney but actually the while the phrase was used, often it was not actually put into song by Disney until its 10th anniversary of Disney in 2017. The phrase actually ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

Ministering To The Sick

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jul 26, 2024

People can become so afraid of catching an illness that they will stay clear of anyone who is sick. Jesus challenged people to realize that caring for the spiritual needs of others far supersedes one’s desire for self-preservation.

I want to begin our message today with two quotes by Mother Teresa; and here is the first quote: “The biggest disease today is not leprosy or tuberculosis, but rather the feeling of being unwanted.”(1) In her humanitarian efforts in Calcutta, Mother Teresa saw a lot of rejection and hopelessness, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist