Sermons on Gifts From The Magi:

Thomas- Changed From Doubt To Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2019

This is the 8th sermon in the "Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles" series.

Series: Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles [#8] THOMAS- CHANGED FROM DOUBT TO FAITH John 20:24-29 Introduction: We often judge people by 1 mistake. We never let them forget it. Further, we never let the world forget it. When we think of David, we think of his sin. We forget what a great ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

One Generation Away From Extinction

Contributed by Darian Catron on Jul 5, 2019

There's a saying, "Freedom's never free." We live in the freest country in the world, but what do we do with that freedom. As the Church, are we seeking to be a blessing so that through us God can truly bless the USA?

INTRODUCTION: In Lee Greenwood’s signature ultra-patriotic song “God Bless the USA” he says these words: If tomorrow all my things were gone,I'd worked for all my life. And I had to start again,With just my children and my wife. I'd thank my lucky stars,To be livin' here ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12, 2 Chronicles 16:9, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon 4: From Pleasant To Bitter Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 7, 2019

Upon her return to Behtlehem, Naomi told people to stop calling her Naomi, Hebrew for “Pleasant, and to call her “Mara,” (“bitter”). Naomi was bitter against God. This sermon explains why Naomi was wrong and how her sorrow was the prelude for the biggest blessing of her life.

Sermon 4: From Pleasant to Bitter Series: Ruth Chuck Sligh July 7, 2019 [PROP: Find a pebble for object lesson in point III. Make sure it’s big enough for all to see.] NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

"escaping From Temptation"

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 20, 2019

This message describes several ways to conquer temptation.

“Escaping from Temptation” James 1:13-18 About ten years ago I worked for the Sheriff’s office in the area of child Protection. I worked there and here at the same time. In that job we dealt with 18 different forms of abuse. I saw children who were hurting every single day. Sometimes the abuse ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

My Help Comes From The Lord

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 27, 2018

Where do you go in time of trial and trouble? The psalmist tells us where and why in Psalm 121.

My Help Comes from the Lord Chuck Sligh September 15, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Psalm 121 INTRODUCTION Psalm 121 was written around three thousand years ago. You’ll notice that it’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mugged Coming Home From Church

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Dec 31, 2018

What it means to be a Christian in an evil world.

I want you to listen very carefully. I'm going to describe four people, and at the end of the service I want you to tell me which one of the four your can identify with the most. Which one of the four you are most like. It's a very unusual story. According to the report I have in front ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Anglican

"Lessons From An Unusual Baptismal Service” Series

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Jan 13, 2019

The Baptism of Jesus was an unusual event teaching us lessons.

“Lessons From An Unusual Baptismal Service” Mark 1:1-10 (KJV) 1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God; 2 As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Key To Receiving A Promise From God Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 15, 2019

What did David do to earn a grand Promise From God, and how God can take Us from a place of promise and bring that promise to pass in out lives?

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com What did David do to earn God’s attention? What was it about that the shepherd from Bethlehem that garnered God’s attention to the point that he was the one chosen to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:12-13, Psalm 13:5-6, Psalm 18:1-2, Psalm 25:12-15, Psalm 63:3, Hebrews 11:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Praying From The Cross Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

Seven sayings from the cross.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The seven sayings from the cross. a. “Father forgive.” A forgiveness prayer to connect people to God. b. “With Me in paradise.” A prayer of salvation. c. “Woman, behold your son.” A prayer of relationship d. “My God, why have you forsaken me?” A prayer of deliverance. e. “I ...read more

Scripture: John 10:18

Denomination: Baptist

Prayers From The Deep (Part 1)

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 6, 2019

As Jonah found himself in the belly of a great fish, within the depths of the sea, he began to realize the sovereignty of God and his great need for Him. In his desperation, he cried out unto the lord.

Prayers from the Deep (Part 1) Jonah 1:17 – 2:10 We have come to the most familiar portion of the book of Jonah. Most people, even with limited exposure to the Bible, have heard the story of Jonah and the whale. While I will admit that was a miraculous event, it is not the focus of the book. We ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17, Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Prayers From The Deep (Part 1)

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 6, 2019

As Jonah found himself in the belly of a great fish, within the depths of the sea, he began to realize the sovereignty of God and his great need for Him. In his desperation, he cried out unto the lord.

Prayers from the Deep (Part 1) Jonah 1:17 – 2:10 We have come to the most familiar portion of the book of Jonah. Most people, even with limited exposure to the Bible, have heard the story of Jonah and the whale. While I will admit that was a miraculous event, it is not the focus of the book. We ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17, Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Prayers From The Deep - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 10, 2019

As Jonah found himself in the belly of a great fish, within the depths of the sea, he began to realize the sovereignty of God and his great need for Him. In his desperation, he cried out unto the Lord.

Prayers from the Deep (Part 1) Jonah 1:17 – 2:10 We have come to the most familiar portion of the book of Jonah. Most people, even with limited exposure to the Bible, have heard the story of Jonah and the whale. While I will admit that was a miraculous event, it is not the focus of the book. We ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17, Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

From Lost And Anxious To Found And Secure!

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 29, 2019

Being lost creates a strong sense of anxiety and often fear.

Weekend Message/Devotion March 31, 2019 Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 Finding a Way Home! Most of us are very familiar with today’s gospel reading which is inclusive of the parable of The Prodigal Son. One commentary that I read entitles the reading: “Lost and Found”. Because the prodigal son is such a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-3, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The Potter’s House

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 3, 2019

Just like Israel, we are clay and God is working to shape us into vessels of beauty and honor. Often we see ourselves as flawed, but God is pleased to turn flawed vessels into something wonderful.

LESSONS FROM THE POTTER’S HOUSE Jer. 18:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. In Johnson City, Tennessee, a police officer and his partner pulled over an unlicensed motorist. They asked the man to follow them to the police station. 2. But while on their way there they spotted a North Carolina vehicle ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Good Friday, Words From The Cross

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Apr 4, 2020

Designed as a Personal Meditation since we could not meet. Has the 7 words of the cross with questions. Was used as a one page meditation and sent to homes.

Good Friday – Words from the Cross Surely he has borne our infirmities and carried our diseases; yet we accounted him stricken, struck down by God, and afflicted. But he was wounded for our transgressions, crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the punishment that made us whole, and by his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Isaiah 53:4-5, Luke 23:43, John 19:26-27, Matthew 27:46, Mark 15:34, John 19:28, John 19:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed