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Fitting In Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 7, 2012

It’s hard fitting in, yet it is critical to our well-being. Motivational speaker, Simon Sinek says it well. “Our desire to feel like we belong is so strong that we seek it out...What a dreadful realization if we are to learn that people had to “join a gan

THE W5 OF LIFE GROUPS “Fitting In” Scripture / Text: Luke 19:1-10 INTRO One of the more awkward experiences of my life as a kid were the times we played sports, whether organized in a school gym-class or the field across from our house. Everyone lined out single file and two team ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Road Trip Talks Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 18, 2014

Road trips in which Jesus shows up are filled with AHA moments and U-turns. If we listen to His hard talk in these moments then will change and transform our life. We need to listen to what He has to say and then let it change our perception and direction of life’s most difficult moments.

Lets Talk Introduction: Over the last few weeks we have been exploring conversations that Jesus had with others. I believe we have learned things about Jesus we never knew before. Could you imagine yourself having a talk with Jesus face to face – one on one? Thesis: Talking with Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obey Regardless Of The Consequences Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 6, 2023

Jesus came so that we could have a really good life. But to have that good life, we have to listen to Jesus and do what he says. When we obey Jesus no matter what happens, we will face hard times and suffering, but we will also experience God’s presence and provision.

Jesus told his friends that he was going to suffer, be killed, and then rise again. They didn't get it because they thought the Messiah was supposed to be invincible. But Jesus was showing them that suffering and death were part of God’s plan. Imagine if you had a piece of coal. It's black, dirty, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Topics: Sacrificial Love, Spiritual Growth, Perseverance, Divine Comfort

Do Not Ye Judge Them That Are Within?

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jun 13, 2024

Someone says, “Do not judge lest ye be judged.” Another says, “You cannot judge me. The Bible says not to judge.” yet Apostle Paul says, “Do not ye judge them that are within?” 1 Cor. 5:12.

Someone says, “Do not judge lest ye be judged.” Another says, “You cannot judge me. The Bible says not to judge.” yet Apostle Paul says, “Do not ye judge them that are within?” 1 Cor. 5:12. What is the consistency of the Bible concerning judging? Are we to not judge anything? Are we to judge some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, Romans 1:18, Romans 1:28-32, Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With A Spiritual Identity Crisis

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 8, 2001

Examines the contrasts between who the world says we are and who Christ says we are.

DEALING WITH A SPIRITUAL IDENTITY CRISIS 1 PETER 2:9 We live in a world that is full of people who are lost… We live in a world where many believe that they simply don’t fit in… We live in a world were many people are searching for a sense of belonging to someone or something… We live in a time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are You Going To Do When Your Bubble Breaks

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

Gives a plan to perserve even during hard times based on how Nehemiah handle his tast

Nehemiah 4:16-23 What Are You Going to Do when the Bubble Breaks? Introduction A. Bob Story 1. Driving down a Busy Road 2. Everything is going good 3. DEER! 4. Swerves 5. The Car Flips about 3 times 6. He is Ok a. He had his seatbelt on b. His Airbags saved him B. Background 1. Originally came ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:16-23

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The God Of All Comfort Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 19, 2010

In this lesson, we learn that life is hard, God is faithful, and that God can use our suffering for good.

A. Last week’s sermon was the first lesson in a sermon series on 2 Corinthians that I’m calling – “Learning to Lean on God.” 1. Last week we introduced the city of Corinth and Paul’s relationship with the Corinthian congregation. 2. We discussed some of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing God

Contributed by Tunde Edu on Jan 15, 2008

As hard as it might seem, when God banished Adam and Eve from the garden of Eden, it was an act of love.

Today is our Thanksgiving Sunday. A Sunday specially set aside to thank God for what he has done in our lives. I picked that song because we so easily forget the goodness of God and focus on the tragedies, challenges and difficulties of life. And when we do, the devil tries to make us feel that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Church Of God

What The Lord Knows.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 16, 2024

The optimist says, the cup is half full. The pessimist says, the cup is half empty. The child of God says; “My cup runneth over.”

What The Lord Knows. Palm 1:1-6NKJV What does the Lord know? Maybe a better question is, “What does the Lord not know.” He’s Creator of physics, nuclear science, he designed Jets and rockets plus anything else that comes into the future. God did it first; God is the Master Designer! Psalm ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

"He Who Has An Ear, Let Him Hear What The Spirit Says To The Churches.” Part 2

Contributed by Pastor Sam Georgis on Jan 15, 2023

Some opportunities will not be presented for the second time in our lives, so is this opportunity when the lord speak to us might not be repeated again, so I encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity

Revelations 3:6 “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”’ Matthew 6:14 “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. I’m sorry ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 10, 2015

Revelation, the book of, is only as hard as we make it. And we make it hard by, 1, not reading it, 2, skimming through it, assuming it cannot be understood, 3, listening to teachers, without examining it ourselves. Here's a quiz and an intro to the book.

Some opening thoughts, and a quiz How much have you gleaned from the Bible’s final book? What a wonderful treatise, filled with praise, and promises of His coming! Granted, some of the details of Revelation are not “important” compared to the cardinal truths of our salvation, but ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Luck - Lucky Charms Series

Contributed by Dj Castilleja on May 19, 2008

Do we know what we are saying when we say "good luck " to someone. Do we really mean it and what does God have to say about it?

I was recently introduced to a new cereal. At least it was new to me. I think ever since I can remember my favorite cereal was frosted shredded wheat. Anyway, one day Amanda (my wife) and I were walking through the grocery store and we get to the cereal aisle and I head for the shredded wheat, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Proof Noah's Flood Really Happened Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 6, 2017

The fossil record says "Yes!" The vast sedimentary rock says "Yes!" The vast coal seams, quick-frozen mammals, extinction of dinosaurs, polystrate trees, pre-Cambrian void say "Yes!" The wiorldwide legends and the sightings on Ararat say "Yes!"

EVIDENCE NOAH’S FLOOD REALLY HAPPENED I. GEOLOGICAL FINDINGS SUPPORT THE FLOOD IF THERE HAD BEEN A FLOOD, WHAT EVIDENCE WOULD WE EXPECT TO FIND? SIX EVIDENCES: A. Evidence #1—FOSSILS HIGH AND DRY Fossils of sea creatures high above sea level due to the ocean waters having flooded over the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Keep Him So He Can Keep Me

Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 25, 2021

When the times get hard (and they do get hard), I know it’s just temporary. It’s like when the rain comes, it can rain a lot or it can rain for days, but sooner or later the rain will stop and the sun will shine again.

I Keep Him So He Can Keep Me" He is ever present with me; at all times He goes before me. I will not live in fear or abandon my calling because He stands at my right hand. The Voice Bible Psalms 16:8 How many of you know that life is full of ups and downs, one day theres, joy and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do As God Wishes Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 25, 2023

Paul challenges the believers at Thessalonica to do three things as a mark of Christ's followers. Rejoice always, Pray continually and praise God without ceasing. He reveals that this is the will of God. Hard core values of true identity of Christians. Hard to follow. Try it.

Theme: Do as he Wishes Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever! Compare the Translations: 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus”. (NIV). “16 Celebrate always, 17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Methodist