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Joshua 7: When Ai Spelled Defeat Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 19, 2024

Israel was fresh from victory over Jericho. But they suffered their first and worst defeat in Canaan when they tried to conquer Ai. The LORD revealed the reason why this happened.

Introduction: With the LORD’s help. Israel had conquered Jericho and was now ready to claim more of the Promised Land. The next city was Ai, but Israel made a number of mistakes resulting in a defeat—that didn’t need to happen. The Prologue: A violation of God’s commands about Jericho Text, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The King In Hiding

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 3, 2019

Before the event at Mizpah, Samuel had anointed Saul privately as Israel's first King. But on the day he was to be presented to the people, Saul was hiding in the baggage.

THE KING IN HIDING "20 And when Samuel had caused all the tribes of Israel to come near, the tribe of Benjamin was chosen. 21 When he had caused the tribe of Benjamin to come near by their families, the family of Matri was chosen. And Saul the son of Kish was chosen. But when they sought ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-24, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pattern Of Prayer Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 28, 2019

When you pray, put God’s interests first: acknowledge who God is; acknowledge what God wants; then acknowledge what you need.

Gladys Brown in Bucyrus, Ohio, talks about being at a midweek prayer service where someone requested prayer for a neighbor woman who was having a difficult time and was feeling “just miserable.” Volunteering to take the request, a man fervently prayed, “O God, bless this miserable woman!” (Gladys ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"Why Do We Come To The Tomb?"

Contributed by Paul Norwood on May 7, 2018

A sermon prepared for "Easter" Sunday and compares the reasons folks came to the tomb where Jesus was laid to rest and our reasons for assembling to worship on the first day of the week.

I. Welcome II. Introduction MercyMe first released their hit song I Can Only Imagine in 1999. Since then, I’ve heard this song played numerous times at funerals as one imagines being in heaven and in the presence of God. The movie by the same name was released last month with much greater success ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Into The Night: Judas Series

Contributed by Jerry Owen on May 20, 2018

The series explores what happened to 3 men the night before Jesus was crucified. The first sermon, this one, explores this dark night from the perspective of Judas, the Betrayer.

INTO THE NIGHT: JUDAS John 13:30 Jn 13:30 So after receiving the morsel he went out immediately; and it was night. I've always been intrigued since a 12 yr old kid about John 13:30. My pastor had talked about Judas going out into the night. I don't remember much of his sermon from 40+ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16, Matthew 27:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

You Will Be Called Peter Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 22, 2018

This sermon begins a series on the life of Peter. This sermon gives a brief background and looks at Peter's first encounter with Jesus when Jesus gives him a new name.

Introduction: A. We begin today’s sermon and sermon series with a poem written by Myra Brooks Welch in 1921. 1. I was first introduced to this poem by Avon Malone, a professor at Harding University, and preacher at the Highway Church of Christ, where I worked part-time as a youth minister while I ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Partnering With Each Other Pt 1 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 7 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This message affirms the necessity of encouraging one another in our desire to live lives pleasing to the Lord.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Serving in Partnership with Each other” I Corinthians 3:1-8a BASIC OUTLINE Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning divisions 1-4 1. Opening appeal for unity 1:10-17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-8, Ephesians 4:1-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Understanding The Scriptures Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 2, 2019

Obeying the dictates of the Scripture means you first must understand the Scriptures.. A person requires the indwelling of the Holy Spirit to fully understand the deep spiritual truths of the Word.

Biblical Authority has been the sermon series for the last two weeks. We had discussed that the Bible is the Word of God and as such it is God’s revelation of Himself to man. The Bible is without error, or we could use the word “inerrant” or “infallible.” Because it is God’s word and without ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Find Laborers For God’s Harvest Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Sep 6, 2016

Jesus proceeded to give the disciples the key to finding laborers. What is the first word of verse 38? “PRAY ye therefore the Lord of the harvest…”

How To Find Laborers For God’s Harvest Matthew 9:37-38 Introduction: 1. The context of this passage is found in vs. 35-36. Jesus is very disturbed because He sees multitudes of people that need somebody to care and to show them the way to true life. • He said, “They have no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38

Denomination: Bible Church

Master Of The Wedding Banquet Series

Contributed by Bill Walker on Dec 4, 2016

Jewish wedding customs. First miracle of Jesus. Encounter with his mother, the master of ceremonies. family and friends of the wedding party. God's perfection and our sinfulness. Transformation.

MASTER OF THE WEDDING BANQUET John 2:1-11 A traditional Jewish wedding is full of meaningful rituals, symbolizing the beauty of the relationship of husband and wife, as well as their obligations to each other and to the Jewish people. The dawning wedding day heralds the happiest and holiest day ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Sermon: From A Cradle, To A Cross, To A Crypt, To A Crown

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Dec 25, 2016

Jesus Christ being born that first Christmas morning was, in my opinion, the greatest miracle of all, because every other miracle results from this miracle.

From a Cradle, to a Cross, to a Crypt, to a Crown Text: Matthew 1: 18-25 Introduction: Jesus Christ being born that first Christmas morning was, in my opinion, the greatest miracle of all, because every other miracle results from this miracle. How could fallen, sinful mankind – separated from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Seventh Trumpet (Third Woe): The Victory Of Christ Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 29, 2017

The last trump is about to sound, and that will lead to the outpouring of the vials of God’s wrath. But first we are given a glimpse of the crowning in Heaven of God’s rightful king.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 7-22-16 Series: Verse By Verse Through Revelations Title: Seventh Trumpet (Third Woe): The Victory of Christ and His Kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Return To God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 13, 2019

The first call of prophet Zechariah was a call not to repeat the mistake of their forefathers and return to God while they still can. Now that they have returned to their homeland, they are to stay faithful to God.

Zechariah is not an easy book to read and understand, but we will try and learn together over these few months. God has important words for His people. • It’s difficult because God speaks not only to the present situation in Judah (with the people now engaging in rebuilding the Temple) but also ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lesson I.e.2: God Makes A Covenant With Noah. Gen. 9:8-17 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 1, 2019

In this covenant, which is the first covenant that God made with man, God promised unconditionally that He would never send another flood to destroy all life on earth.

November 26, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.E.2: God Makes a Covenant with Noah. Gen. 9:8-17 Genesis 9.8-17 (KJV) 8 And God spake unto Noah, and to his sons with him, saying, 9 And I, behold, I establish my covenant with you, and with your seed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Surrender To God Series

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Aug 15, 2018

The first in our three-part series dealing with what a Christian should look like and how a Christian should act, if he or she wishes to be CHRIST-LIKE.

Ravi Zacharias tells the amazing story of a young Christian, Hien Pham, whom he met in Vietnam who served as an interpreter with the American forces. Shortly after Vietnam fell, Hien was imprisoned on accusations of helping the Americans. His jailers tried to indoctrinate him against ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, John 3:30-31

Denomination: *other