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Choice To Rejoice

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 9, 2010

We are not a victim of the circumstance. We have a choice to rejoice. Updated October 2020.

For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are three Scriptures readings prior to the Message. Today's assigned readings are: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Philippians 4:4-9; and Matthew 11:28-30. What a powerful message ....in the Gospel of Matthew and ....in Paul's letter ...to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, John 11:35, Isaiah 61:10-11, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Philippians 4:4-9, Colossians 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Spiderman: Revenge Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon on unforgiveness, revenge and bitterness and how they destroy the human heart.

INTRO Notice the word as in verse 12 We are praying that God will treat us like we treat others Former President Gerald Ford, in his book, "A Time to Heal", focused on the confusing and tragic twilight of the Nixon presidency. Clearly, Nixon was guilty of a cover-up in the Watergate case, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call To The Altar Of Fire

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Sep 20, 2010

Combing 1 Kings 18 & Gen 49 this is a message showing that God is calling His people back to the altar of fire, warts and all. 1 Kings 18 shows the rebuilding of the altar, and Gen 49 shows the character of the tribes called back.

The Call to the Altar of Fire Text: Genesis 49: 1,2 Jacob has twelve sons and he prophesies over them what it would be like for them in last days. I believe this text can be spiritually applied to the body of Christ in the last days. The literal Hebrew is the "end of days". I want to combine it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:1-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Pray In The Name Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 10, 2008

1- We pray for you constantly in His name 2- We pray for empowerment in His name

INTRO.- What’s in a name? ILL.- An Indian petitioned a judge of an Arizona court to give him a shorter name. “What is your name now?” asked the judge. “Chief Screeching Train Whistle,” said the Indian. “And to what do you wish to shorten it?” asked the judge. The Indian folded his arms ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pressing On

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 15, 2008

Why is it that Paul repeats over and over again the word, "Rejoice?" It is found 10 times just in this one little book. One thing we can determine is that we can never be the Christian God wants us to be without obeying that command to rejoice in the Lor

PRESSING ON! PHILIPPIANS 3:14 Philippians 4:4 7 Why is it that Paul repeats over and over again the word, "Rejoice?" It is found 10 times just in this one little book. One thing we can determine is that we can never be the Christian God wants us to be without obeying that command to rejoice in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

Where Are The Blessings On Those Who Are Poor Or Weak?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 18, 2014

The ‘blessed ones’ are the so called experts to whom many people go to for advice; seeking fame, riches and beauty as outward signs of God blessing them; but secretly they want others to kowtow to their success. Jesus could sort them out.

Summary: The ‘blessed ones’ are the so called experts to whom many people go to for advice; seeking fame, riches and beauty as outward signs of God blessing them; but secretly they want others to kowtow to their success. Jesus could sort them out. Micah 6:1-8 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Through Daily Scripture Reading Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

This message look at daily Scripture reading as a mans to connect with God and hear His voice

Reading Scripture 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Evangelist Robert L. Sumner in his book The Wonders of the Word of God tells about a man in Kansas City who was severely injured in an explosion. The victim’s face was badly disfigured, and he lost his eyesight as well as both hands. He had just become a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Beauty Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015

Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy

The Beauty of Mercy Matthew 5:7 Secret #5: To get mercy, you must give mercy. Mercy (Gk. eleos)=compassion; kindness or good will towards the miserable and afflicted that results in action. Grace deals with sin and guilt but mercy deals with the pain and misery that comes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

For Jesus' Love 6 Leadership Traits

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 21, 2017

Faith by and far is the greatest leadership trait shown by men of good faith.

FOR JESUS’ LOVE 6 Leadership Traits By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 16, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Friends

With Wings Like Eagles

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 8, 2017

A look at 11 species of Birds and how they resemble less-than-perfect Christians. Then see 5 characteristics of Eagles, God's example of believers, and how we need to be like them. The Holy Spirit is our wind!

WITH WINGS LIKE EAGLES Isaiah 40:28-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A nursery school teacher was delivering a station wagon full of kids home one day when a fire truck zoomed past. Sitting in the front seat of the truck was a Dalmatian dog. The children started discussing the dog's duties. 2. "They ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sodom Had No Bible

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 17, 2015

A sermon that describes the danger of compromise and accommodation with the culture.

"Sodom Had No Bible" Genesis 13:10 And Lot lifted up his eyes, and beheld all the plain of Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere, before the LORD destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah, even as the garden of the LORD, like the land of Egypt, as thou comest unto Zoar. 11 Then Lot chose him all the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Father's Day: Fathers Who Imitate The Son

Contributed by David Mende on Jun 15, 2019

This world desperately needs fathers who imitate Jesus. This sermon describes seven ways in which earthly fathers must imitate Jesus. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

A young boy was asked, "What's special about Mother's Day?" The boy retorted that "It's a day when mothers are treated like queens. They get a break from cooking as Dads take the family to a restaurant. And the mothers even get some gifts on that day." Then, he was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29, Psalm 103:13, Proverbs 3:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Marks Of A Mighty Church (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 5, 2019

In this second sermon about the church in Thessalonica, we discover that they were a Sciptural church, a suffering church, and a strong church.

Marks of A Mighty Church (Part 2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/16/2015 In the Greek Islands, you can visit the home of Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine. In the area, you can also find an olive tree that he supposedly planted, which would make the tree some 2400 ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Keeping Our Eyes On Jesus

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 11, 2020

We tend to worry about the next guy when we need to be looking at Jesus for ourselves.

Opening Illustration: Joseph Tson was pastor of Second Baptist Church, Oradea, Romania, until he was exiled by the Romanian government in 1981. He writes of his experience: "Years ago I ran away from my country to study theology at Oxford. In 1972, when I was ready to go back to Romania, I ...read more

Scripture: John 21:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Priase The Lord, O My Soul

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 17, 2017

To keep from complaining, feeling depressed or having anger towards God, David reminds himself of the benefits that God has lavished upon him such as forgiveness, redemption, renewal, compassion and unending love.

PRAISE THE LORD, O MY SOUL Psalms 103:1-22 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 While some Psalms are addressed to God, the righteous, sinners, Israel, Gentile nations and others; Psalms 103 was written by David to himself. Unlike others, this Psalm was not written due to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Baptist