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Prayers That Avail Much

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 8, 2015

What made Elijah's prayers the kind that God would certainly answer? What are the 4 characteristics about his prayers?

PRAYERS THAT AVAIL MUCH James 5:16B INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 1. A mechanic was removing the cylinder heads of a motor when he spotted a world-famous heart surgeon in his shop. 2. “Doctor, please come over here.” He did. The mechanic pointed at his work, “See here, Doctor. I also ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does It Require To Live Righteously?

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Oct 21, 2014

This message illuminates what it took for Joseph and what it takes for us to live in a righteous manner.

Now Joseph was taken down to Egypt, and Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, the captain of the guard, an Egyptian, bought him from the Ishmaelites who had brought him down there. 2 The Lord was with Joseph, and he became a successful man; he was in the house of his Egyptian master. 3 His master saw ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Encouraged To Endure Sermon I: Encouraged By A Hope That Is Sure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 7, 2020

Going through difficult times causes anxiety and uncertainty, even among devoted Christians, but God our Father has provided for our survival and encourages us to endure by the certainty of a hope that is sure.

Encouraged to Endure by a Hope That Is Sure “Encouraged to Endure by a Hope That Is Sure” is a fitting motto for those of you who, like me, have joined the Four Score Overtime Club. It is also a motto apropos to the 1st ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

General Survey On The Foundations

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 5, 2016

The single most important part of any building is the foundation. If the foundation is inferior, then the entire building will not last. It will crumble!

INTRODUCTION: The single most important part of any building is the foundation. If the foundation is inferior, then the entire building will not last. It will crumble! Psalms 11 was written by King David during the time when his estranged son, Absalom, led an armed revolt against him, in an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

Give Thanks For Everything

Contributed by Peter Sapp on Aug 8, 2013

In the story of the prodigal son, the older son completely missed seeing all of his own blessings because of his clouded vision towards his brother.

Luke 15:25-32 Pray I'm guessing that you've probably heard this story that Jesus is telling to the Pharisees of the day. We picked up at the very end of it, and only read that part because most of the time after hearing the whole story people start to nod off at this part and really miss the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Coats That Changed His Course

Contributed by Esther Collins on Oct 9, 2020

This sermon is based on the life of Joseph, and on the coats that he wore. It also has a comparison with Jesus. It talks about the righteousness that God offers us through Jesus Christ.

The Coats that Changed His Course Jacob had twelve sons who became the twelve patriarchs of Israel. In this message we will study the life of Joseph (as recorded in Genesis 37-41), who was the eleventh born son of Jacob. Whenever we think of Joseph, the one image that would come to our minds is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Philippians 2:9-11, Mark 15:17-18, Matthew 3:17, Luke 2:52, Genesis 41:39-43, Genesis 37:9, Genesis 39:2-6, Genesis 37:3, Isaiah 61:10  (view more)  (view less)

Calling, Purpose And Destiny

Contributed by William Tan Yh on Nov 12, 2020

Have you wonder why you are alive at this time and age? What is the mission that God has for you? The Bible tells us God in Jer 29:11 that He has a plan for our lives. Therefore, we seek God persistently to help us to fulfill his plan and purpose for our lives.

One of the most inspiring story of the Bible is the story of Joseph in Genesis chapters 37 to 41. When he was a young man, he received two dreams from God that one day he would be greatly used by God. He told the dreams to his brothers who were so jealous of him that they sold him to be a slave ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Jeremiah 31:3

Denomination: Charismatic

"god With Us: He Is Our Peace"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 24, 2020

An Advent Sermon about the peace that only Christ can give.

“God with Us: He is Our Peace” Micah 5:2-5a It was during Advent of 2012, when Adam Lanza walked into Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut and shot and killed 26 people, including 20 children between 6 and 7 years old, and 6 adult staff members. Earlier that day, Lanza shot ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Great Gain Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 25, 2020

The world is moving to acquire great gain in the form of wealth and luxury. The stand of a Disciple of Christ on these matters determine his religion and life life goals.

Theme: Great Gain Text: 1 Timothy 6:3-10 Introduction: Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus are known as Pastoral Letters. The first letter to Timothy is concerned about Christian worship and Church administration. Second letter challenge to endure sufferings and be bold witness till death. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-10

Denomination: Methodist

How To Be An Attractive Youth Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

This proverb is worthless to the millions of teens whose parents are not giving them guidance and instruction. The best thing the church can do for the home is to seek to make it what the Bible assumes it will be and that is a place of learning.

Every young person wants to be attractive. Teens suddenly discover that they are drawn to each other because of their attractiveness, and they want to be attractive themselves. It is then that the mirror, mirror on the wall become the idol of them all. They become very sensitive about their body, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-9

Ex. 4:10-12 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 8, 2022

Moses said to the LORD, "Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue."

Ex 4:10-12 (NIV). He is Loath to be Sent Moses said to the LORD, "Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue." The LORD said to him, "Who gave human beings their mouths? Who ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Restore The Church

Contributed by Daniel Ray Ortega on Dec 27, 2023

We must build Gods way, not Mans way. God is asking His church to come back to the altar

(1Kings 18:30 ) 31 Elijah took twelve stones, according to the number of the tribes of the sons of Jacob, to whom the word of the LORD came, saying, “Israel shall be your name”; 32 with the stones he built an altar in the name of the LORD. Then he made a trench around the altar, large enough ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-38

Denomination: Free Methodist

Saul Proves Himself Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 28, 2022

This particular study of the life of Saul shows Saul at his best. A humble and decisive leader who is willing to give God the glory. After Saul has been anointed king and given kingship publicly, we find him out attending his fathers fields. He comes back to discover a national crisis.

Do you know anyone looking for a job? What if you saw this help wanted sign. Wanted: to hire a person for a cushy job with high pay, no experience necessary. That may be some peoples view of what it would be like to be king. It might look like a cushy job with high pay. Saul is Israel’s first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To The Book Of Daniel Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 30, 2021

A few background details before getting into the study.

Tonight, we begin a more detailed look at the book of Daniel. I’m not exactly sure where God will lead us in this study. There are only 12 chapters in the book of Daniel but I’m not sure how detailed God will get us. But I anticipate this study taking 5-6 months or longer. So, hang on. Fasten ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Life Of Daniel Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 15, 2022

Though Babylon was not suitable for prayer, no temple was there, no synagogue existed during his time. He had his scripture. Even though the palace was surrounded by images and idols of the Babylonian gods and goddesses, he never missed his prayer time.

Daniel 6:10-18 Prayer Life of Daniel Greetings: The Lord is Good and his love endures forever. Prayer of Jesus, Power of Corporate Prayer, Prayer of Paul, now the prayer of Daniel. Joke: A man asked God, ‘What’s a million years to you, O Lord?’ God replied: A minute The man asked: What a million ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-18

Denomination: Methodist