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Sermon On The Pursuit Of Happiness

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 30, 2021

Happiness has been defined as an emotional state characterized by feelings of joy, satisfaction, contentment, and fulfilment.

Mahatma Gandhi, an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist once remarked: “Happiness is when what you think, what you say and what you do are in harmony.” Ecclesiastes 3:12 reminds us: “I perceived that there is nothing better for them than to be joyful and to do good as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13, John 14:27-28, Jeremiah 29:11

A Tribute To The Late Queen Elizabeth Ii

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 17, 2022

A great Christian leader has gone to glory. Her Christmas message make her one of the great Evangelists of the 20th and 21st Century

Tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II, our Servant Queen The purpose of this talk is to draw together some of the Christian themes that have been coming out of reflections on her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II majestic life, Two themes have emerged for me about our Late Queen 1) The Queen was ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7, 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Anglican

Why Give Thanks? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 27, 2021

How often do we proclaim God who is King eternal, invisible, and Only God?

We continue to worship our Lord by growing our faith in Him by hearing His Word. The Letters to Timothy were written by the Apostle Paul called by God to give instructions. Timothy was called to lead and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ to Ephesians living in a pagan society. The Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Baptism: A Mission Plan

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 5, 2021

The Baptism of the Lord

The Baptism: A Mission Plan Scripture: Mark 1:7-11, 1 John 5:1-9, Isaiah 55:1-11. Reflection My dear sisters and brothers, We have a text from the Gospel of Mark (Mark 1:7-11) for our reflection today. “This is what John the Baptist proclaimed: “One mightier than I is coming after me. I am ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:7-11, 1 John 5:1-9, Isaiah 55:1-11

Denomination: Other

I Am The Door Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 18, 2021

This sermon is part of the series Defining Jesus which looks at the "I AM" statements of the Lord.

IDENTIFYING JESUS I AM THE GATE/DOOR JOHN 10:1-11 (NIV) "I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, THE MAN WHO DOES NOT ENTER THE SHEEP PEN BY THE GATE, BUT CLIMBS IN BY SOME OTHER WAY, IS A THIEF AND A ROBBER. 2 THE MAN WHO ENTERS BY THE GATE IS THE SHEPHERD OF HIS SHEEP. 3 THE WATCHMAN OPENS THE GATE FOR HIM, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Stressed--Give Me Chips!

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 30, 2018

This messsage talked about what happens when we get stressed over the pressure of an overload of workand lack of sleep and we choose the ways of the world for a solution rather than the ways of Jesus.

I’m Stressed—Give Me Chips “Do not conform to the pattern of the world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” Romans 12:12 What does it feel like to be stressed? It could feel you are under pressure from an overload of work and lack of sleep. You are feeling a little bit irritable and ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Fruitful Children

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 3, 2016

This lesson is part of our "Baby Dedication Service" in 2016. Parents have been given special gifts from God in their children. Parents serve as "coaches" to lead their children to fruitful lives before God.

1. The first command for man in the bible is to be fruitful and multiply (p'ru u r'vu in Genesis 1.28) 2. Children are gifts and the fruit of their parents Psalm 127.3-5 3 Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward. 4 Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessings Of Solid, Godly Character Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 2, 2020

In a world emphasizing freedom and personal choice, it should not surprise us that character has taken a back seat. But for God’s people, things are different. Character matters. Today we are going to see three blessings of solid, godly character.

The Blessings of Solid, Godly Character (Proverbs 28:1-5) 1. Oct. 28 (UPI) -- A pair of animal control officers in New Jersey came to the rescue of a deer spotted with a plastic pumpkin stuck over its head. Montclair Township Animal Control said two officers responded after multiple calls came in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

7 Habits Of Highly Happy Spiritual People: Written On International Day Of Happiness

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 19, 2019

What are the habits of people who are 'spiritually happy'?

The United States Declaration of Independence enshrines the right of every American to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, but why is happiness so elusive? The world energetically and enthusiastically runs after happiness, but it always seems to be just beyond its grasp. Apparently if you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:7, Job 5:17, Proverbs 3:12, Psalm 119:16, Proverbs 28:14, Proverbs 16:20, Psalm 84:12, Psalm 144:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thankful For The Love And Word Of God!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 12, 2020

WE NEED TO TELL THE WORLD THAT IT IS GOD OUR FATHER WHO LOVES US . God's love is: A. Undeserved B. Unconditional C. Unmovable D. By the world... Misunderstood... and still in some places Unknown

Thankful For The Love and Word of God! 1.WE NEED TO TELL THE WORLD THAT IT IS GOD OUR FATHER WHO LOVES US . (John 3:16 KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (1 John 4:19 KJV) We love him, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Proverbs 30:5

Samson: Sweeter Than Honey Stronger Than A Lion

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 28, 2016

To show that we don't need to use our own strength and our weaknesses but we leave it all up to the LORD to use His Own Strength in our lives.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you strong in the LORD? Yes. Ephesians 6:10 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides]. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Will Descend Into The Abyss To Bring Christ Up?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST did it all for our salvation and no human effort or human contribution we can add or subtract from it.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you working for your salvation? No. it's by GOD'S Grace. You can't work for it. G - GOD'S R - REDEMPTION A - AT C - CHRIST'S E - EXPENSE II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS CHRIST did it all for our salvation and no human ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Yhwh The Son

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 7, 2018

This sermon is an attempt to help us to realize the gravity and magnitude of Who is being introduced in the first chapter of Mark. When we describe the Trinity as God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit it tends to fragment YHWH in our minds.

Please open your Bibles to Mark 1:9-13 which we will read in a few minutes. Last week we took a look at what John the Baptist meant when he said that he was baptizing people with water but Jesus would baptize them with the Holy Spirit. And we saw that Grace is God’s underserved favor toward ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Sermon On Advocate Or Protagonist?

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 15, 2022

Caterpillars are defined as the larval stage of members of the Lepidoptera family which is an insect order comprising butterflies and moths.

Steven James, a Wisconsin-born American author once remarked: “Think of a caterpillar entering a cocoon. Once he does so, one of two things will happen: He will either transform into a butterfly, or he will die. But no matter what else happens, he will never climb out of the cocoon as a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1, 1 John 2:1, Acts 19:19, Luke 16:26

The Way Of The Godly Verses...

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 13, 2013

In Psalm 1, we have a plea for a deeper, more solid, more productive walk with God. The person that has a close walk with God is called Blessed! (Happy, Fortunate and to be envied.) So, how can we make the most of our walk with God? How can it become a

The Way of the Godly Verses... Psalm 1:1-6NLT INTRODUCTION A young man was learning to be a paratrooper. Before his first jump, he was given these instructions: 1. Jump when you are told. 2. Count to ten and pull the ripcord. 3. In the unlikely event that your chute doesn’t open pull ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal