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Quieting A Noisy Soul Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

Are you wound up with stress and anxiety? True rest is active—releasing the tension and anxiety that grip our hearts and minds. Psalm 37 offers the secret to a restful and peaceful life. David gives us four key action words to a pathway to true rest.

Quieting a Noisy Soul! Psalm 37 Introduction: Do you find it hard to rest? Are you wound so tight, filled with stress and anxiety… upset, unsettled at what is going on in the world around you… anxious about what is going to happen… noisy soul… just can’t seem to rest, to relax? Psalm 37 = is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Overcome False Teachers In A Movement?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 24, 2024

Every church movement, every denomination has false teachers that they have to deal with. As Jesus taught, the wheat and the tares are growing together. Ravenous wolves, he predicted would rush into the flock.

"But there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the sovereign Lord who bought them—bringing swift destruction on themselves." -2 Peter 2:1 Every church movement, every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:17-21, 2 Peter 2:1, Proverbs 6:19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Following Jesus From Jericho To Jerusalem

Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024

Embark on a historic journey from Jericho to Jerusalem, where Jesus redefines leadership through humility and service, inspiring us to follow His path of patience, humility, and compassion.

Imagine starting a journey that's not just a path from one place to another but a pivotal moment in history. This journey from Jericho to Jerusalem, though only 17 miles, was loaded with lessons and significance. It's a vivid picture of Jesus' leadership, not through might but through ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Broad And Narrow Way PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the struggle of submitting to God's will and the importance of choosing the narrow path that leads to life, as depicted in Matthew 7:13-14 and Jesus' experience in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Good morning, family in Christ! Today, we’re diving into a complex yet enriching discussion about life's choices and the struggle to submit to God’s will. One of my favorite Christian authors, A.W. Tozer, once said, "The reason why many are still troubled, still seeking, still making little forward ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Topics: Salvation

He Ain’t Heavy He’s My Brother PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the concept of being our brother's keeper, emphasizing our responsibility towards our family and others, and how we can support them in difficult times, following the example set by Jesus.

Good morning, family! Have you ever thought about what it means to be your brother’s keeper? Today we're going to dive in and really explore what it means in our lives. In Genesis 4:9, after Cain had done the unthinkable and murdered his brother Abel out of jealousy, God asked him, "Where is Abel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:9

Topics: Responsibility, Family

What's The Problem PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Highlight the importance of trusting in God rather than relying on our own understanding and strength, and the benefits that come from placing our trust in Him.

Good morning, family. You know, we all have a way of leaning on our own understanding and trust in ourselves too much, don't we? We depend on our own strength and wisdom to navigate through life, and when we do, we often find ourselves in trouble. We're going to tackle this issue head-on today, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:29

Topics: Trust

Love Respect And Forgiveness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the profound message of Psalm 133, emphasizing the blessing of love, the necessity of respect, and the power of forgiveness in our lives.

Good morning, beloved! Today, we will dive into the beauty of Psalm 133, a short yet profound passage of scripture that speaks to the blessing of love, the necessity of respect, and the power of forgiveness. As we get started, I want to share a quote from Dag Hammarskjold. He once said, ...read more

Topics: Family, Reunion

Foot Washing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explore Jesus' act of washing his disciples' feet as an ultimate demonstration of humility and love, and encourages us to emulate this humility in our daily lives.

Good morning, Church Family! Let me start off by sharing a beautiful quote from the renowned Christian author and preacher, A.W. Tozer. He once said, "Humility is not a grace that can be achieved, it's a grace that comes when we have nothing left to protect or project or prove." This profound ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Topics: Jesus, Foot Washing

Going And Coming PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is that God, as our loving shepherd, constantly watches over, protects, and guides us in every season of our lives, providing comfort and assurance in His unending care.

Just as Lewis pointed out, our loving God has equipped us and is watching over our every step. "God, who foresaw your tribulation, has specially armed you to go through it, not without pain but without stain." —C.S. Lewis Our Heavenly Father is not only aware of our every move but also actively ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:8

Topics: Going, Coming

It's Time To Move On PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

Encourages us to trust in God's plan, move beyond our mourning and disappointments, and embrace the new beginnings He has prepared for us.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's truly a blessing to gather with you today, under the banner of His grace, to share in the richness of His Word. The Word of God is a living, breathing testament of His love for us, a love that is steadfast, relentless, and all-encompassing. It's a love that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-2

Topics: Mourning

The Meaninglessness And Mundanity Of Life - Week 3 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

Explores navigating life's complexities through perseverance, finding hope in mundanity, and recognizing our heavenly longings as pointers towards God.

Good morning, beloved. I am glad to see each and every one of you here today, gathered in the presence of the Lord. Today, we are going to spend some time in the book of Ecclesiastes, specifically chapter 3, verses 1 through 22. This passage of scripture is a beautiful tapestry of wisdom and truth ...read more

Topics: Hope, Eternity, World Made Right

Don't Fear The Shadows PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores the comforting message of Psalm 23, emphasizing God's role as our Shepherd, guiding and protecting us through life's darkest valleys.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I am so grateful for the opportunity to stand before you today, to share the Word of God and to delve into the richness of His promises. It is indeed a beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. Today, ...read more

Topics: Fear, Shadows

"we Are Not Alone"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 12, 2022

A sermon about overcoming fear with faith.

"We are Not Alone" Mark 4:35-41 In our Gospel Lesson for this morning Jesus and the disciples are hit with a storm. No doubt, when they got into the boat, after a long day of Jesus preaching to the crowds, the surface of the water was glassy and the sky was not dark. Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Bring Back The Wanderer! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 21, 2022

Based on James 5:19-20 - Encourages the hearers to intentionally reach out to those who have wandered from the faith.

“BRING BACK THE WANDERER” James 5:19-20 FBCF – 11/20/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Search & rescue – Hear of child missing. Our hearts sink. Fearful of outcome. - Back in June in a Montana town, 3 y/o child named Ryker – missing for 2 days – Found 2 miles from his home. Had been playing w/ ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20, Galatians 6:1, Psalm 51:12

Denomination: Baptist

Colossians 1 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 1, 2021

Introduction

The Book of Acts ends with Paul in prison in Rome. Four letters – Philippians, Philemon, Colossians and Ephesians – are known as the Prison Epistles, since all make reference to Paul being in prison. Paul, however, was imprisoned in Caesarea and possibly in Ephesus, besides Rome, so the placement ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard