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Things We Need For The New Year 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

As we enter a New Year, we never know what things will be like during the next 365 days. Some go to fortunetellers at this time of the year hoping to find out what the future holds for them.

But God had a purpose in us not knowing everything. Illus: A man was wandering around a fairground and he happened to see a fortuneteller's tent. Thinking it would be good for a laugh, he went inside and sat down. "Ahh....." said the woman, as she gazed into her crystal ball. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Resoutions

Contributed by Jeremy Meier on Jan 3, 2023

The average American's New Year's resolution(s) last only 32 days. This morning, we're going to talk about a resolution I think we can all get behind and take to heart—living for God.

Dear gracious and heavenly Father, thank you for today—a new year! Thank you for all you did in and through us in 2022. We are thankful and proud of our accomplishments, both individually and as a church, but…help us look forward toward the future. Give us the wisdom now to use the guidance You ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 43:16-19, Luke 9:62, Romans 15:4, Proverbs 1:5, Acts 20:24, Romans 14:8, Matthew 10:39, Isaiah 41:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Hope Arise (Easter)

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 30, 2021

As we look at several of the encounters that the Risen Lord had with various people, we see hope rising in places of - grief, fear, doubt and failure.

Let HOPE Rise! Easter 2020 I want to start off today with some powerful words that Paul put to paper 2000 years ago, NOT ONLY for a bunch of believers who were living in the city of Corinth… BUT ALSO - for (you and I) today, at this very moment on April 12, 2020. Now, brothers, I want to remind ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, John 20:10-16, John 20:25, Mark 16:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Of Jabez: Ask For The Biggest Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Aug 6, 2001

This is the third installment in a ongoing series based on the Prayer of Jabez

ASK FOR THE BIGGEST I Chronicles 4:10b INTRODUCTION: There is a story told of a wonderful, elderly, Christian lady who had very little money and lived in a rundown house, but despite her situation she was always giving praise to the Lord. Her only problem was with the old man who lived next door. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love God & Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Oct 12, 2001

An inductive message that seeks to eliminate inadequate answers to the question “How can I know God is working in my life?” As a result, individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will pray at the altar rail to receive God’s help in order to love Him with a

Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to love God and their neighbors. Visual Illustration: “Stone Tablets” marked I and II for the two greatest commandments. Key Question: How can I know God is working in my life? 1. Some people suggest looking for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Crib Is Clean And The Church Is Empty Series

Contributed by Dallas Mcgill on Jun 1, 2002

Every Church can have growth by observing the characteristics of the ox found in this text.

Subject: The Church Theme: Church Growth and Stewardship Preposition: Every church can have church growth. Transitional Sentence: By observing the characteristics of the ox set forth in this text. Proverbs 14:4 “Where no oxen are, the crib is clean: but much increase is by the strength of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:4

Denomination: Baptist

Our Good Works Makes Us Evil Workers

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 23, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you done good before in your life thinking you can be righteous before GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove we are justified by faith not by works. IV. TEXT: Luke 13:26-27 (New Livi

I. EXORDIUM: Have you done good before in your life thinking you can be righteous before GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove we are justified by faith not by works. IV. TEXT: Luke 13:26-27 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then you will say, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transforming The Common

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 22, 2011

This is a sermon (used on Maundy Thursday) about how Jesus took common everyday elements and transformed them into powerful means of God

ME – I can relate to the common items Jesus used: salt; light; darkness; coin; fruit; fish; bread and wine! A common everyday item, that Jesus would pull out and talk about and by transformation in a story it would have new meaning! (Here I had a table (seperate from Holy Communion which was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: United Methodist

He Is Risen

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 23, 2015

“Then Simon Peter came, following him, and went into the tomb; and he saw the linen cloths lying there, and the handkerchief that had been around His head, not lying with the linen cloths, but folded together in a place by itself” John 20:6-7.

! Theme: He is risen Text: Acts 10:14-43; 1 Cor. 15:1-11; Jn. 20:1-18 Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! The resurrection of Jesus Christ is central to the Christian faith as it proved that He was exactly who He claimed to be and had accomplished what He came to accomplish. When the price for a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Marching Orders For A New Year

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Feb 23, 2006

For 40 long years, the Marching Orders for Moses had been: “Take another lap around Mt. Sinai.” Now, at last, Joshua received new Marching Orders. The book of Joshua starts with a bang: Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise and go …

Marching Orders for the New Year Joshua 1 SCRIPTURE READING: Joshua 1:1-2; 6-9 INTRODUCTION: This year both Christmas and New Years day fell on Sunday. That doesn’t happen very often. But it gave us the opportunity to get 2006 off to the right start. At any rate, if your New Years ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorial Day - A Day To Remember

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 25, 2023

This message is in honor of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in an on-going spiritual war to free us from sin and to those who died in wars to maintain the freedom of this country - the United States of America.

Memorial Day – A Day to Remember Scriptures: John 15:13; Mark 10:45; Acts 6:8-10 The title of my message is “Memorial Day – A Day to Remember.” This morning I want to share with you why we should take a moment and reflect on why we celebrate Memorial Day – the day we remember those who gave the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13, Mark 10:45, Acts 6:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Swallowed Up

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 11, 2013

Any time you run from God, you never go “up"; you always go “down.” God sometimes allows us to face frightening circumstances so that we will learn to trust and obey Him. It’s always best to obey the Lord right away - then we won’t be “swallowed up.”

Opening illustration: Being shocked by electricity can be very dangerous. Just ask professional golf legend Lee Trevino. He was struck by lightning while sitting under a tree during a tournament several years ago. He said, “It bolted my arms and legs out stiff, jerked me off the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Win Souls?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 30, 2019

I have been winning souls tl in over 125 countries for 60 years and I am asked how I keep going. Next to my own experience of Salvation, the greatest joy I have had is winning a soul. God He has helped us lead many thousands of souls and it brings the joy that I believe has kept me going.

WHY WIN SOULS? Proverbs 11:30 (KJV) The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise. I. The first reason is if you want wisdom, you will win souls. A. James 1:5 (KJV) If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30, Mark 16:15, Mark 8:36, Nehemiah 8:10

My Mother

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

On Mother’s Day, many children will try to do something special for their mom’s like give them a personal letter to express their love. Angie, 8 years old, wrote: "Dear Mother, I’m going to make dinner for you on Mother’s Day. It’s going to be a surprise. P.S. I hope you like popcorn."

My Mother “10 Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. 11 The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. 12 She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. 13 She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peter: The Fisherman, The Common Man, The Impulsive Man & The Apostle

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 11, 2026

This is a sermon about parts of Peter's experience with Jesus, and looks at Peter as a man restored by his Saviour

Sermon for January 11, 2026 Peter: The Fisherman, The Common Man, The Impulsive Man & The Apostle” I love the Bible—I love the Word of God. There is no book more beautiful, more wise, or more important. There is no book that is a greater commentary on the human condition, what it's like to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational