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When Saul The Persecutor Became Paul The Preacher .

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 16, 2022

Many things undergo changes in this life

Paul before his conversion he was known as Saul, after he was converted he became Paul. Illus: Conversion is generally a religious word. However, through life we have many conversions, such as: • Some are converted in politics from one partical to another • Some are converted in the sports ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 21, 2022

Luke 2:1-7 teaches us about the birth of Jesus so that we can understand the reason for his birth.

Introduction One commentator says, “If you try to point out something to a dog, the dog will often look at your finger instead of at the object you’re trying to point to. This is frustrating, but it illustrates a natural mistake we all make from time to time.” It’s a mistake that many people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

There’s Just Something About Christmas Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Dec 22, 2022

Christmas is by far the most popular of these seven American holidays. Yet, not everybody can tell you why we celebrate every other holiday. Only around half of all Americans could retell the Christmas story from memory.

It’s now just two weeks and just fourteen days until Christmas! Christmas is so exciting for so many reasons: family gathering together, time off from work and obligations, and the strong sense of nostalgia we all feel this time of year. Nat King Cole captured the sentiment of the season for many ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3, Romans 11:36

Denomination: Baptist

Thomas: Fiducial Follower Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 28, 2025

The term “fiducial” comes from the Latin fiducia, meaning trust or confidence. It is all about faithful faith. Consistent faithfulness. A "fiducial follower" is someone, like Thomas, who trusts in God’s promises. They have faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

THOMAS: FIDUCIAL FOLLOWER JOHN 14:1-7 #ApostleThomas INTRODUCTION… Famous Thomas-es I don’t know if you realize it or not, but if you name your kid Thomas, there is a better than average chance he or she will become famous. There are lots of famous Thomas-es out there! Not only can you be ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Skunks Don't Like The Be Squeezed

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 6, 2025

Mother’s Day sermons are notoriously awful.

Skunks Don’t Like to Be Squeezed “That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the lake. 2 Such large CROWDS gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. 3 Then he told them many things in parables, saying: “A farmer went out to sow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"quit Your Complaining"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 19, 2025

Series on Philippians

Title: “Quit Your Complaining!” Script: Phil. 2:14-16 Type: Expos/Series Where: GNBC 6-22-25 Intro: The title of my sermon today might easily be heard in any household where a mother is at home with her small children. Or where possibly teenagers are in the home. Or where young adults are in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon 4 - We Will All Be Changed Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 22, 2025

The apostle Paul employed a farming illustration to explain how our heavenly bodies will be different and so much better than our earthly bodies. Consider the difference between the seed that is planted and the plant that results.

A. Today, I want to start with the story of a young boy who came home from worship and Sunday school with a question for his mom: “Is it true we come from dust and after we die, we return to dust?” 1. His mother said, “That’s right, son. Does that concern you?” 2. The boy hesitated, but then ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:21, 2 Corinthians 5:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hannah: A Mother's Day Message

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 10, 2025

Topical Message for Mother's Day

Title: “Hannah’s Faith – A Mother’s Day Message” Scripture: I Samuel 1 Type: Special Message Where: GNBC 5-11-25 Intro: Mother's Day was first celebrated in the U.S. in 1908, as a result of the efforts of Anna Jarvis to honor her mother and to promote peace. It wasn't until 1914 that ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Great Falling Away And The Mark Of The Beast - How Do They Affect The Born-Again Christian?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 29, 2020

The Bible tells us that there will be a time when some will "depart" from the "faith"

Whenever there is a cataclysmic event, like a global pandemic, fires, floods, earthquakes, etc., etc., etc., the cry goes out that it may be the end of days and you need to get your act together so you don't miss the 'Rapture,' or take the mark of the Beast (Revelation 16:2; 19:20), ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Hebrews 6:6, Hebrews 10:26-30, Matthew 7:16, John 15:18-25, Revelation 13:15-16, Matthew 12:31, John 6:37, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 1 John 3:9, 1 John 5:4-5, Colossians 1:13, 1 John 3:10, Mark 3:28-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

James 1:1-18 Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Oct 20, 2020

Today we are going to learn the purpose of our trials how to respond.

Open your bibles to James Chapter 1. As we continue our new series from the Book of James entitled Faith That Works. Last week we introduced you to James. R. Kent Hughes says “one thing is clear about the book of James—the dominant theme is; “Faith that is real works practically in one's ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Asking For Your Inheritance

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Mar 16, 2021

Our greatest treasure, the inheritance that we seek, isn’t down here: not in the stuff, not in the people, not in the honours. But seek God. Desire Him. Long for the one inheritance that is incorruptible, that is undefiled, and that does not fade away.

They say that children should never talk about their inheritance. Sure, one day Mom and Dad might leave something to the kids. But until that day, children shouldn’t worry about what they’ll receive, or daydream about how to spend it. We know what happened to the Prodigal Son, when he started ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 27:1-11, 1 Peter 1:1-9, Joshua 17:3-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rachel, A Winning Mother Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

History reveals that mothers who have died when their children were young, as Rachel did, can still have a powerful impact on their lives.

The problem with cliches is that we forget they are true and relevant because we have heard them so many times they have lost their cutting edge. "The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world," is a good example. It is so trite and trivial that it does not even invoke the response of a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:1-24

I Care

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 21, 2021

If you have a Facebook account you may be familiar with the care emoji. We use it when someone posts something sad or painful. But being a caring person goes beyond clicking the care emoji on a Facebook post. Let's see what will help us to be more caring.

I CARE If you have a Facebook account you may be familiar with the care emoji. When I first saw this I thought it was lame; 'I don't like it or love it; I just care'. But I actually found myself using it for the first time recently when someone posted something sad. I realized ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 55:22, 1 Thessalonians 2:6-12, Luke 10:33-35, Proverbs 29:7, Deuteronomy 7:11-12, John 12:4-6, 1 Peter 5:7, Luke 18:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Singin' The Blues Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 22, 2021

Even the emotion of sadness is given to us by God for our good. But what should we do when sadness turns into despondency and depression? These three biblical examples show us what to do.

A. I came across this humorous list of truths children learn – let me share a few with you. 1. Truth #1: No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats. 2. Truth #2: You can’t trust dogs to watch your food. 3. Truth #3: You can’t hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk. 4. Truth #4: The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-4, Psalm 73:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Expect The Unexpected Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 25, 2021

There is no such thing as a hopeless case. The lease likely people in this world can become children of God, and can become leaders in the kingdom, as did this Samaritan sinner.

The unexpected is the source of so much of the joy of life. Our three year old granddaughter, Jennifer, was praying at the table a couple of weeks ago. I noticed she was going faster than usual, and she came to the end saying, "In Jesus name, amen." Then she shouted, "I win." ...read more