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If We Really Knew God Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Feb 12, 2013

If we really knew God, we'd be radically different people.

“Faith-Full Living: If We Really Knew God” Phil. 3:1-16 As a 6th grader our son Kevin was incapacitated by a constant headache for almost a year. During that time someone would occasionally say, to me or Barb, something like, “It must be tough taking care of him and still keeping ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Need A Boost?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 17, 2012

We could all use a little boost every now and then. Some synonyms for “boost” are: improve, make better, advance. Sound refreshing? Sound invigorating?

NEED A BOOST? INTRODUCTION: We could all use a little more encouragement in our lives, don’t you think? We get run-down, we get disheartened. We wonder if what we’re doing really matters to anyone. We could all use a little boost every now and then. No, not the energy drink, although ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Glorious Joy Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 27, 2012

A presentation of the glorious joy that awaits believers.

In our previous chapter we looked at the living hope into which Christians are born. That hope is possessing the inheritance of the kingdom of God, of dwelling with God forever – a day that will come when Christ returns. Peter reflects further on what this inheritance entails and how it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Live Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 6, 2012

How are we as Christians to live under nonChristian authority?

Introduction Peter is writing to several communities of Christians scattered about in northern Asia Minor, which today is the country Turkey. These bands of believers are living in precarious circumstances. They are a decided minority who are misunderstood, and, as a result, face slander and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I'm Safe In His Arms Series

Contributed by Clinton Smith on Aug 6, 2009

God knows how to keep me because I don’t know how to keep myself

Isaac Watts was born in Southampton, England, on July 17, 1674. His parents were Dissenters - that is, they were not members of the Church of England. They adhered to the Congregational faith. That was a serious matter at the time; Dissenters, depending on the tolerance of the monarch on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1, Proverbs 29:25, Psalm 27:5

Denomination: Baptist

Good News And Bad News Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 8, 2013

The phrase "I have good news and bad news" has pretty much been immortalized. But it reminds us that the sweet and bitter are often mixed together. Revelation paints such a 'good news-badnews' picture of life.

“The Great Unveiling: Good News and Bad News” Rev. 10:1 – 11:19 The phrase of “I have good news and bad news” has pretty much been immortalized. It’s often used jokingly, sometimes seriously; it points to the fact that things could be worse, or perhaps that ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Remember Why!

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 30, 2011

A nation is not saved by the strength of its military nor by the craftiness of its leaders. A nation is only be assured of salvation if it is blessed by God. Our nation used to be focused on God in many things, but that has changed. What can we do to chan

OPEN: The year was 1620. 102 pilgrims were huddled below deck and no hatches open because of continuous storms. All non-essential personnel required to stay below decks; there was the constant crying of small children; there was no chance to cook any meals. The pilgrims spent 7 weeks in an ill-lit, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Beginning Of… Judgment Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 21, 2010

God’s judgment by flood calls all to humble repentance and humble dependence.

Scripture Introduction Many web sites explain, “All I Really Need to Know, I Learned from Noah’s Ark.” They contain wisdom like: Plan ahead – it was not raining when Noah started. 1. Stay fit – when you are 600 years old someone might ask you to do something ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sacrifices - When Making Sacrifices Grows Old Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 21, 2009

This sermon addresses the Christian’s frustration with their struggles as they watch the unrighteous continue to prosper.

Sacrifices: When Making Sacrifices Grows Old Part I: When the Wicked Prospers Scripture: Psalm 73 Introduction This message was birthed in my spirit several months ago as I thought about the many conversations that I have had with people that started off with the words “Why” or “When”. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"G" Whiz

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Aug 15, 2009

Examining where we are, where we have been and where we should be going in light of God’s word.

"G" Whiz What is the first question the Lord asked Adam? In Genesis 3:9 we see that question: “And the LORD God called unto Adam, and said unto him, Where art thou?” We would simply say, "Where are you?" It is not as if God did not know where Adam was. An omniscient God knows where we are. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson Iv.a.3 By Divine Commendation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 24, 2020

In his personal examination of the seven churches named in Revelation 2–3, the Lord Jesus measured them far differently than they measured themselves. The church that thought it was poor, He considered to be rich; and the church that boasted of its wealth, He declared to be poor.

December 17, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians IV. Authority of Paul’s Ministry. (10:1–13:10). A. The Defense of the Apostle. (10:1–18). Lesson IV.A.3:By Divine Commendation. (10:12-18). 2nd ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Alive! Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 25, 2020

These two disciples are on the road with Jesus. They do not look like people whose King of Kings has risen from the dead. Jesus redirects their hearts towards joy. They burn with passion for God when discussing Scripture with Jesus and get excited about their faith. He is Alive!

AT THE MOVIES 2020: “He is Alive” Luke 24:13-32 ANNOUNCEMENT FOR UPCOMING SUNDAYS POST-COVID19 INTRODUCTION The film that we will see a clip from today was released on June 11, 1982. This Steven Spielberg film became an absolute blockbuster being the highest grossing film of all time… a record ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Clean Sweep

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 10, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Kings 19: 1 – 21

1 Kings 19: 1 – 21 A clean sweep 19 And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, also how he had executed all the prophets with the sword. 2 Then Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “So let the gods do to me, and more also, if I do not make your life as the life of one of them by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 4, 2018

Why was God angry at the "rich farmer?" What had this farmer done wrong and what can we learn from his story about the need to being rich toward God?

OPEN: The year was 1347. The Black Plague was raging across Europe and people by the 100s and by the 1000s in field and cities all across that part of the world. Some began to suspect the deaths were brought about because of the wrath of God and in one of the cities of Germany (Lubeck, Germany) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heroic Acts

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 22, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 31: 1 – 13

1 Samuel 31: 1 – 13 Heroic acts 31 Now the Philistines fought against Israel; and the men of Israel fled from before the Philistines and fell slain on Mount Gilboa. 2 Then the Philistines followed hard after Saul and his sons. And the Philistines killed Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua, Saul’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel