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How The Holy Spirit Develops Essential Traits Within Leaders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit furnishes leaders with problem-solving abilities without bogging them down in daily palavers. "It would not be right for us to neglect the ministry of the word of God in order to wait on tables. We will give our attention to prayer and the

How the Holy Spirit Develops You Into a Leader (Acts 6:2-8) The Spirit of God led the disciples to avoid getting bogged down in micro-management when they were led to say, "It is not wise for us to devote our energies to waiting on tables, but we will devote ourselves to prayer and the ministry ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The History Of The Bible

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 18, 2008

A challenge to not neglect God word.

Some interesting facts about the Bible: • “Bible” comes from the Latin biblia, meaning “books.” • The first book ever printed was the Bible in 1454. • The Bible was divided into chapters by Stephen Langton in 1228. • The Old Testament was divided into verses by R. Nathan in 1488 and the New ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:16

Denomination: Baptist

To God Be The Glory

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 3, 2009

They say it takes a village to raise a child but I now know it takes a church to send a mission team to that village for that child. There are many unseen acts of self sacrifice that have been carried out by so many of you that some of us will not learn

To God Be the Glory 1 Corinthians - Chapter 12:14-27 Everyone has there place and there is a place and purpose for everyone in the church. My wife and I had our kitchen remodeled and it was completely gutted and made new. She carefully chose everything that went into it. She alone wanted to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:14-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

To Prosper Or Not To Prosper (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jan 3, 2010

What does God really want for His children, to have abundance? or to barely get by?

I believe I have already established to you that God’s will for His children is to prosper them. And we also have learned that sowing plays a major role in our prosperity In order to harvest we need to plant, but even prior we learn to plant God have already provided seeds for us. Now he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Church Of God

‘oh No’, They’re Going To Talk About Money Again Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 20, 2013

A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 21 verses 1 through 4

Luke 21: 1 – 4 ‘Oh No’, They’re Going To Talk About Money Again 1 And He looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, 2 and He saw also a certain poor widow putting in two mites. 3 So He said, “Truly I say to you that this poor widow has put in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Sermon On Temptation

Contributed by William Meakin on May 27, 2021

We all suffer temptation at some point in our earthly journey, it is a natural part of life.

Derek Charles Blasberg, an American journalist, socialite, best selling author and television personality once remarked: “Temptation is as old as time; or at least the history of temptation extends as far back as the moment Eve gave Adam that serpent’s apple. But what sets the lady apart from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:40, James 1:3, Hebrews 4:15

The Church On Earth: What's Wrong With The Church?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme.

How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme. The church isn't doing this, the church isn't doing that! The church is failing because of this; the church sucks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Salvation Army

Sermon On The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by William Meakin on May 26, 2022

Prayer is defined as: A solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or another deity.

St. Thérèse of Lisieux, a French Catholic Discalced Carmelite nun once remarked: “Prayer is a surge of the heart, it is a simple look turned toward heaven. It is a cry of recognition and of love, embracing both trial and joy.” Philippians 4:6 confirms: “Do not be anxious about anything, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:24, Matthew 6:6, James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18

What Do You Do With The Transfiguration Narrative?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 18, 2025

One the most difficult events in the Gospels to explain! However, there is a light shining through the cloud to us.

What do you do with the Transfiguration narrative? Luke 9:28-36 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 9:28 About eight days after these sayings, He took along Peter, John, and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. 29 And while He was praying, the appearance of His face became different, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: United Methodist

Tithing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Tithing is not just about giving money to the church, but it's about trust, obedience, and joy, and God promises to bless us abundantly when we trust Him with our finances.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to dive into a topic that hits close to home for most of us: tithing. Now, I know what you're thinking—tithing, really? Isn't that just about giving money to the church? Well, yes and no. It's about so much more than just handing over a portion of your ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Topics: Tithes

Into The Crowd With Jesus

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 3, 2009

Faithful Christians follow Christ whether it is trendy or not, because we know that in the end Jesus wins... and so do we!

Title: Into the Crowd with Jesus Text: Mark 11:1-11 Thesis: Faithful Christians follow Christ whether it is trendy or not, because we know that in the end, Jesus wins! Introduction I did a quick check on Thursday to see what the top ten internet search subjects were on April 2 and this is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moving Forward With A Vision

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 24, 2010

This is a sermon preached at our 21st Anniversary as being pastors of our congregation. The goal is to set our eyes on the future.

Moving Forward With A United Vision Joshua 1:1-11 Colosians 2:6-10 Today we celebrate 21 years of ministry together, because 21 years ago a decision was made to move forward with a united vision for the cause of Jesus Christ. For 21 years, Jesus Christ has been our reason for staying ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Thief In Your House

Contributed by Don Bradley on Dec 14, 2010

This sermon stresses the personal benefits of tithing.

A Thief in Your House Malachi 3:8-12 Intro: When most people hear this verse, they think the preacher is about to ask them to give more money. They already believe that the church is only interested in them for their money. They ask, “Why should I give them money when I don’t have ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Choices Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 8, 2012

God is steady in his dealings with us. He does not deceive us or try to draw us into sin. We make the choice to stand with God or give into temptations.

1. Politician A politician was running for re-election and was talking at a campaign stop to his constituents. "My opponent has called me a liar. I want you to know that I have never lied to you. The only problem I have is that the facts don’t always match up with what I believe or say." Not ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where There Is Vision, There Is Provision Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jun 20, 2015

The third and final of a set of sermons on the theme of giving

You may wondering why there is half a person [a stuffed pair of trousers] sitting on this seat here. Apparently her name is Penny. Of course that may not be what you are wondering about. What you are wondering about instead may be why on earth there is a see-through ceiling a few feet above your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Anglican