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God's Power In Your Life

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

God is a powerful God, and God’s power is displayed in our lives and in our world.

Psalm 91 “God’s Power In Your Life” INTRODUCTION Power is displayed in different ways in the world. At times the brute force of war, or violence demonstrates it. Power can also be displayed through strong convictions and lives of convictions. People such as Martin Luther, Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Preparing The Way Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To stress that we are to be God’s messengers today.

The Gospel of Mark #1 Preparing the Way of the Lord Text: Mark 1:1-8 Thesis: To stress that we are to be God’s messengers today. Introduction (1) The gospel according to Mark: (a) Was written by John Mark (b) Was written sometime between A.D. 60-70 (c) Was written originally to Roman ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joseph

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

Story of Joseph continues

Jacob leaves (witness protection program) stays with Uncle Laban Laban a match for sneakiness Jacob spies Rachel - they become kissing cousins I’ll work for 7 years as a dowry - after 7 years wedding feast and surprise - Leah Rachel given a week later but now he owes 7 more years labor Rachel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing Through Your Quiet Time With The Lord

Contributed by Greg Addison on Jan 14, 2009

One of the most important focus’ that I have in ministry is to teach people how to have a quiet time, how to spend time alone with the Lord Jesus. How do you access what He has for you in your life? How do you understand and recognize the riches of His

II Timothy 3:15-16 makes it clear that God’s word is applicable to every part of our lives. To get the most out of this or any study of God’s word, we must understand the basics of these four basic principles: 1. Reverence If you are going to have a relationship with God, it begins with an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Road To A Miracle

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Mar 6, 2008

determination of Blind Bartimaeus to receive his miracle from Jesus

Intro: the story of healing of blind Bartimaeus is one of my favorites in all of scripture. There are so many encouragements for receiving from Jesus in this story. The Story is found in Mark 10:46-52. The Road To A Miracle I. He realized Jesus was the key to his miracle--v.47 When he heard that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our Lord's Passion For Evangelism Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jun 10, 2006

Second message in a series concerning personal and corporate evangelism.

Our Lord’s Passion for Evangelism Luke 19:10 I. His Ministry Centered on Evangelism “From that time Jesus began to preach and to say, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand’”. – Matthew 4:17 A. His mission was the salvation of mankind “And she shall bring forth a Son and you shall call His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Baptist

Deacons

Contributed by Scott Delashaw on Mar 31, 2010

4 points to be considered by the calling Church and the considered Candidate

Deacons I. Their Call * Initiated to fix a problem within the Church * Should be out of necessity, not just because * The desire and grace to serve (not rule) comes from the Lord The call itself comes from the Church * The Church should remember this….trust them, respect them, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Pressing Towards The Goal Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

How do you achieve the goal of knowing Christ?

#24, 9-23-07 Pressing Towards the Goal Introduction; What is your purpose for living? Is it just to survive? Is it just to enjoy your self? Are you just floating aimlessly through life? God has a higher purpose for us! How can we know and achieve that purpose? Text; Philippians ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Folly Of Greed

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 1, 2012

We can’t take it with us, so we better send some on ahead.

The Folly of Greed March 15, 2009 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We can’t take it with us, so we better send some on ahead. Focus Passage: Luke 12:13-21 Supplemental Passage: I Tim 6:6-10 Introduction: “AFFLUENZA” - Men who trap ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Everybody Loves A Parade"

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 31, 2015

This is a 5 minute message for children to be used on Palm Sunday.

How many of you have ever been to a parade? Do you like parades? What is your favorite part? We have the Chasco Fiesta parade each year. Lots of people go. There is a Christmas parade too. Well today is a special day. It’s Palm Sunday! Do you know what these are? (Hold up the palm branches.) ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

That's A Song To Sing

Contributed by Joe W. Theus on Dec 30, 2015

Seeking comfort at times may come through singing songs you like. It is a part of the African American history to sing when frustrated, depressed, or even seeking decisions for life's quest

This idea was prompted by a song of the world, as we would call it, "Only the strong Survive" by the late Jerry Butler. He talks about a love affair that went wrong and concludes that only the strong survive bad relationships. Of course, I agree and so, that's a song to sing. This Psalm by David ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jerusalem's Harlotry

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 5, 2011

I. EXORDIUM: Arcontica - Ermita ng Cavite - meaning Prostitute Village II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: To show them sinners can still still know the LORD, great and small sin are all the same in the LORD's eyes.

I. EXORDIUM: Arcontica - Ermita ng Cavite - meaning Prostitute Village II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: To show them sinners can still still know the LORD, great and small sin are all the same in the LORD's eyes. IV. TEXT: Ezekiel 16:15 - But you trusted in your beauty, and played ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Remember The Lord

Contributed by David Edward Ray on Jun 6, 2019

How quickly we forget the Lord after He has rescued us from sure destruction. Or how we take credit for our own deliverance and forget to give God thanks and glory. This is a short message that encourages believers to Remember the Lord for all of His goodness towards them.

Remember the Lord Johnny missed the train that would have taken him to see his favorite Football team play on Saturday. Running behind, he frantically started driving to the match. As he approached the stadium, there wasn’t a parking space to be found, anywhere. Not wanting to miss the opening ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 120:1, Proverbs 16:3, Psalm 107:23-32, Mark 14:22-25, Luke 22:18-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cosmic War Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019

What should we do by way of practical duty?

The Cosmic War Ephesians 6:10-24 Introduction: Paul carries us from profound doctrine to practical duty. David Dockery said, “Paul painted a chilling picture of the cosmic war raging between Satan and God’s people.” If we look around we can see this war escalating. We behold a-morality, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-24

Denomination: Baptist

Known But To God

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 15, 2025

There are days when you feel like the Unknown Soldiers in DC, but your Commander-in-Chief, Jesus, knows you, your battles and scars.

Heb 11:35  Women received their dead raised to life again: and others were tortured, not accepting deliverance; that they might obtain a better resurrection:  36  And others had trial of cruel mockings and scourgings, yea, moreover of bonds and imprisonment:  37  They were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:35-40

Denomination: Baptist