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Talk 4 - 'the Prayer Life Of Jesus' (Overview). Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 27, 2023

The Incomparable Christ: Talk 4: 'The prayer life of Jesus' (overview). - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Question #1: Why did Jesus pray? Answer #1: Three suggestions why. Question #2: How often did Jesus pray? Answer #2: On a regular basis. Question #3: What was Jesus' posture to pray? Answer #3: A variety of positions. Question #4: What can we learn from this prayer? Answer ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

One Step Closer To The Tomb Tenebrae Service

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 27, 2023

This is a solemn service for the night of Good Friday. It is a candlelight service that brings Jesus to the tomb and then ends with a solemn and quiet dismissal.

Welcome. Introduce guests. Instructions: Tonight is going to be a little different from most services that you are used to. A solemn occasion. It commemorates the crucifixion, the death, and burial of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we begin our service, I emphasize that as the service ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"god's End-Time Army."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 8, 2023

"Did you know that God selected you to be a leader in his army even before your birth? Each experience in your life, whether good or bad, has equipped you for this position. You were chosen for a significant purpose. Therefore, embrace your destiny and confidently take on the challenge."

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 34:7) "The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them." (Ephesians 6:10-12) "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:7, 1 Corinthians 15:7, Ephesians 6:10-12, Ephesians 6:13-18, Psalm 29:11, Deuteronomy 31:6, 2 Kings 6:17, Matthew 16:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Responding To Persecution Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 8, 2023

Will we experience increased persecution in the days ahead? If so, will we respond in a way that facilitates the work of the Holy Spirit, or will we respond in the flesh, pursuing worthy goals in an unworthy manner? Message examines biblical revelation of how to respond.

Intro Persecution: Will we experience increased persecution in the days ahead? If so, will we be prepared and equipped to handle it well? These are questions that naturally arise as we read our text today. It’s found in Matthew 5:10--12: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12, Luke 6:22-26, John 3:19-20, 1 Peter 2:1-24, 1 Corinthians 4:11-18, Acts 5:41, Matthew 5:44, 2 Timothy 4:1-6, Matthew 13:1-21, Hebrews 10:26-29, Mark 8:34, 2 Timothy 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Power In The Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

One of the greatest keys to spiritual power is the name of Jesus. We often fail in ministry because we depend on our own ability to deliver someone. It is not our name, position, orauthority that carries the power. Our power is in the name of Jesus.

UNDERSTANDING POWER PRINCIPLES POWER IN THE NAME OF JESUS - POWER PRINCIPLE THREE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this lesson you will be able to: • Explain the importance of names in Bible times. • Identify the greatest name which is above all others. • Identify the meaning of the name ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

2 Chronicles Part 4

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 10, 2024

NASB, footnotes from Biblegateway.com., some notes from Marilyn Hickey Ministries

Jehoiada Sets Joash (GOOD) on the Throne of Judah 23 Now in the seventh year Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took captains of hundreds: Azariah the son of Jeroham, Ishmael the son of Johanan, Azariah the son of Obed, Maaseiah the son of Adaiah, and Elishaphat the son of Zichri, and they entered ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

No Boasting In The Law Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Mar 12, 2024

One who would be justified must keep the entire law perfectly. Thus the Law condemns.

2:17. “Indeed you are called a Jew, and rest on the law and make your boast in God,” Following the authorized text and its Greek, that word “indeed” probably doesn’t fit. The word is an interjection used to show surprise and is most often translated “look” or “see”. Old English would be “behold.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Law And The Believer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 13, 2024

What does the Bible teach about our relationship with God's Law

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We are here now in the heart of Romans, what I would consider the approaching the pinnacle of Paul’s message to the Church in Rome. As we approach this point in Paul’s letter, we have before us some profound and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-6, Romans 7:7-13, Romans 7:14-23

Denomination: Brethren

Gender Matters Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 15, 2022

In God’s good design, He created everyone as male or female.

I want to begin this message called, “Gender Matters” with some ground rules and foundational points. 1. The topic we will be addressing may not be appropriate for younger children as I will be using terms some may not be ready to hear. 2. Normally, I like hearing “amens” when I’m preaching but ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

A Year For Holy Optimism

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 24, 2023

In 1 Kings 3:5 God gave Solomon opportunity to ask whatever he wanted. Because he petitioned according to the will of God, his request was granted and God blessed him abundantly. If your are seeking first the kingdom of God, expect God's goodness.

Intro: I am here to encourage you to ask largely of God in 2023. I. SOLOMON’S OPPORTUNITY In 1 Kings 3:5 God gave Solomon a opportunity anyone would like to have. First Kings 3:5 says, “At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night; and God said, ‘Ask! What shall I give you?’”i How ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-14, James 4:1-3, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Luke 11:9, Romans 8:16-29, John 10:10, Matthew 6:33, Isaiah 3:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Fear Not; Do Not Be Afraid Part 3 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 15, 2023

This is the third Bible Study in this series

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:20-21, Numbers 13:32, Matthew 10:26-28, Matthew 10:32-33, 1 Samuel 8:1-5, 1 Samuel 9:2, 1 Samuel 10:20-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Job's Complaint Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 14, 2020

Like the rest of us Job couldn't seem to make sense of his faith in light of what he was experiencing

A lawyer, a doctor, and a preacher went hunting together and when a large deer ran past them and they all got excited and fired at the exact same time and then they watched as the deer dropped. The problem was, there was only one bullet hole in the deer and they didn't know which of them had ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Letter To The Church In Thyatira

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 20, 2020

For some people today tolerance is the only real virtue and intolerance the only vice. The message to Thyatira goes against the grain of modernity by setting limits to tolerance.

Letter to the church in Thyatira Rev. 2:18-29 In the opening pages of Revelation, our Lord introduces Himself as heaven’s holy warrior (1:12–20) who would prepare His people to overcome their enemies (2:7, 11, 17, 26; 3:5, 12, 21) by exhorting them to hear what the Spirit has to say in the letters ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul's Desire Was To Encourage Not Discourage Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 22, 2020

His desire was to encourage people he had never met before.

A kindergarten teacher gave her class a "show and tell" assignment of bringing something to represent their religion. The first boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Benjamin and I am Jewish and this is the Star of David." The second one was a girl and when she ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Light Pollution Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Jul 2, 2020

Be careful in not being fooled by artificial light which can try and obscure the natural light. We need to be able to identify that which is natural (God’s Light) and that which is artificial (Satan’s fake stuff). Joh 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy:

Light Pollution Luke 4:16-21 Luke 4:16 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, (Let me stop right there and point out that even Jesus went to Church regularly, so if the Son of God did not forsaking the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21