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The Significance Of The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Francis Balla on Sep 24, 2012

When I gave my life to Jesus in the 80’s I realized that I belonged to the Kingdom of God. In those days it was a major theme in the Christian world. But unfortunately in the 21st century many Christians don’t even know there is something called the Kingd

In an earlier century, there lay a large boulder in the middle of the roadway. Traveler after traveler walked past the boulder, veering off the side of the road to get around it. All the while, they were shaking their head and muttering, "Can you believe that? Someone should get that big thing out ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of The Salt Shaker

Contributed by Francis Balla on Jul 18, 2018

Some time back, our denomination’s District Executive minister wanted to get to know me, since I was a new minister in the region. He wanted to treat me to an authentic southern breakfast, so he took me out to a Cracker Barrell Country Store. He ordered “Grits.”

Introduction: Some time back, our denomination’s District Executive minister wanted to get to know me, since I was a new minister in the region. He wanted to treat me to an authentic southern breakfast, so he took me out to a Cracker Barrell Country Store. He ordered “Grits.” I was dreaming about a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Radical Forgiveness

Contributed by Francis Balla on Mar 25, 2013

IF CHRIST COULD FORGIVE WHEN HE DIED ON THE CROSS WHY CAN'T I?

Just before the Valentines Day the sporting world was shocked to learn that Oscar Pistorius popularly known as the “blade runner” allegedly killed his girl friend Reeva Steenkamp a 29 year old South African Model. Another tragic loss of life! Following the tragedy Reeva’s uncle ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Baptist

Save Us...we Have The Victory

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 10, 2009

Still fear the credit crunch, redundancy, illness, rejection, pain all these things might come, but through the storm through it all remember God is Good, God will not forsake you and leave you and Jesus has paid the price, the Victory is yours, its fact

Verse 1 - 4; This is a celebration song of victory so let Gods word stir up a victory dance in your heart today It is done we have won the followers of Christ should be singing and celebrating, yes even in these times of gloom, especially in these times for what is it to us? Give thanks to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Suffering And Glory Of The Servant

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 10, 2009

God that is Father, Son and Holy Spirit knew from the beginning of creation that this day would come, still the pain for Jesus Suffering and death imagine how any parent would feel seeing a child suffer in such away, image what pain for the creator of all

See my Servant (52: 13 – 15); I’ve preached many a time on the theme that God knew the cost of creating us and still did What cost well, the suffering of Jesus Have you ever wondered did Jesus really have to die, well did he? After God is God, surely he could well just change the rules a bit and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walk With A Limp, Hands Up Who's Perfect?

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 10, 2009

When you encounter God do not expect to walk away the same, pray to walk with a limp as Jacob did and live in the promise and purpose God has for your life

What is it with God? It never ceases to amaze me the type of people God uses for great purpose I would have expected the most gifted, handsome, athletic, warrior, intellectual and generally those that reflected his perfection to project that “Look at me I’m right with God” persona to make us all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be The Church

Contributed by Francis Balla on Sep 20, 2017

We have many church shoppers and hoppers these days, who do not have full understanding of what church really is or perhaps they are looking for a perfect Church. Let me assure you, there are no perfect churches, because there are no perfect people.

BE THE CHURCH! Romans 12:3-13 Introduction: When I ask you what is a Church, you may answer in one or two ways: A church is a building where Christians go to worship. Or a group of committed believers of Christ, figuring out how best to live out their faith. When people come to church, they come ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:3-13

Denomination: Baptist

End Of Your Prayer Is The Beginning Of Your Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Nov 17, 2020

Living a prayer life is as important as the effective prayer time we have with God. Prayer is more than a ritual, it is building a relationship with the most important being in the universe. That’s why this topic is important than all other prayer teachings.

Our prayer life is examined by our fruitfulness in life. A sponge soaked in oil when it is squeezed spills out oil, and a sponge soaked in water, when squeezed, give out water. What goes inside comes out. If through prayer you have allowed God to work out in your life, godliness and spiritual gifts ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:22, 1 Samuel 17:45, 1 Samuel 17:34-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Victory Over Worries

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Nov 30, 2020

People become victims of GAD as a result of pathological worrying, People worry and people develop worry in two different forms according to research. Worries are stored in our minds as images and in verbal form.

I do not know how you perceive, but to me, anything Bible teaches is not a giving us suggestions but a command. If we have learned to avoid unbiblical practices, our life would be much happier. The first step to finding an answer to your worry is knowing what is a concern and what is a worry. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:25, Proverbs 12:3, Matthew 6:25-32, 1 Peter 5:7, Philippians 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Meaningful Christmas

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Nov 30, 2020

It’s Christmas time, when we say the name itself there is joy in many of our faces. No doubt, it’s a time of joy, hope, and celebration on a large scale in many parts of the world. The question here is, were these celebrations in any way related to the true meaning of Christmas?

As you gather with your family to give thanks, with a new dress, bright lights, and rich food, have you reminded yourself to give your clean life to the Lord? Let your brutality of disobedience for this far disappear leading up to beautiful worship of the everlasting King. In the commercial world, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15, Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Keeps His Promises Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Dec 23, 2021

God had been promising to send the Messiah for centuries, and many of the Jews probably doubted if it would ever really happen. But God’s timing is perfect, and He always keeps His promises. Then and now.

Perfect Timing of God The Promises God gave to Adam and Eve, was fulfilled 2000yrs ago. Yes, by sending His own Son at the mercy of men. In Galatians 4:4, Paul says, at the right time God send his son to us, to fulfill his promises' given to Adam and Eve. His timing is perfect, when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Return To The Lord Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Feb 20, 2021

Many mainline churches follow Lent prayers, as they were led by the Lord. These forty days prayers are gifts for those who want to grow spiritually.

This is a call to everyone who is searching for God and those who are offended in unexpected ways. In OT people return to God with fasting and weeping, wearing sack clothes and dust on their heads. They do this often as it was required, and some of them took to the streets to show that they were ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-14, 2 Samuel 12:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Humble Yourself Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Feb 20, 2021

Humble life is part of a disciple, a command from the Lord himself. A proud heart is an abomination to the Lord, honour comes after humility.

There is a reward to anyone who humbles before God. Peter insists that we humble in the hand of God and not before humans. Christian Scholar and author C. S. Lewis, said, "a proud man is always looking down on things and people;" As a result, such people lose the opportunity to serve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6, Philippians 2:7-9, Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Are Dust, Including All Our Achievements Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Feb 20, 2021

Naked, we came into this earth, naked we shall leave this earth. None of our achievements nor wealth comes along with us.

Every person in this world has been trained to take a great deal of effort to become something in this world. Alexander the great took that very seriously and won many wars from Macedonia to India. He also asserted that the world is not enough for this great king. Unexpectedly, this king has to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:19, Ecclesiastes 1:3-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hold Fast To Him

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Jan 18, 2021

God listens to our prayers and answers them justly. Sometimes it might be irrelevant to the expectations of the one who prayed, but never a prayer is unanswered.

In times of difficulty, it is natural to lament, or blame somebody. But a disciple of Jesus Christ would react otherwise. Since his life is devoted to Jesus Christ, he is well informed about his savior. And nothing shakes his faith even in midst of darkness around. For instance, take prophet ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19, Psalm 145:1, Romans 10:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible