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  • A Warriors Plea Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Feb 27, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,876 views

    In times of war, God’s Word gives us encouragement to pray for our armed forces because our fighting men and women are in harm’s way.

    Category: Prayer for Battles, War, Intercession A Warriors Plea The Bible Calls us to Pray for Our Service Men and Women 1 Samuel 12:23, “As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the Lord for failing to pray for you.” Who was Samuel: Samuel was born as the result of ...read more

  • Why Should We Love Our Enemies, What’s In It For Us?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Feb 24, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,399 views

    Maybe we should ask, what harm can be caused by not loving our enemies; does it really work against us, does it do us that much harm.

    This sermon was delivered Gordon McCulloch to the congregation at Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 24th February 2019; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Genesis 45:3-11, 15 1 Corinthians 15:35-38,42-50 Luke 6:27-38 Psalm ...read more

  • The Protective Power Of Thorn Of Hedges Against Harm Or Negative Energy Directed Towards Your Loved Ones. Series

    Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 514 views

    As believers, we are called to protect and care for our loved ones, and one way to do this is by seeking spiritual protection against harm and negative energy.

    As believers, we are called to protect and care for our loved ones, and one way to do this is by seeking spiritual protection against harm and negative energy. In the Bible, we find references to thorns and hedges as symbols of protection and defence. The Thorn of Hedges in Scripture In the Bible, ...read more

  • Building A Church For God - Not For Us

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 22, 2004
    based on 59 ratings
     | 4,589 views

    A sermon to deal with dissension and other harmful areas to the unity of a church.

    Let me start out this morning by saying that we are very blessed. We started this church in a small conference room in Mesa last September. In November, we moved to Chandler with 4 people and a vision from God. Today, just 5 short months later, we have a very wonderful place to come and worship ...read more

  • Following Jesus With Your Finances, Part 2 - Right Motivation For Giving Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,967 views

    Second in stewardship series. This message discusses generosity in giving.

    Following Jesus with Your Finances Part 2 - The Right Motivation for Giving 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 March 13, 2011 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY'S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Audio of this message can be heard at www.aberdeenwesleyan.org. Me: We’re in the ...read more

  • Paul's Ministry & Motivations (1:23-2:5) Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 6, 2022
     | 981 views

    This sermon finishes up Paul's introduction to his letter to the Colossians with him telling them what he is doing for them.

    Paul's Ministry & Motivations So far, as we have studied Paul's introduction to his letter to the Colossians we have looked at what Paul says that he, and how he prays for them. This evening we will look at what Paul says that he does for them. In Colossians 1:24-2:5 Paul describes his ...read more

  • Safe Am I

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 14, 2005
    based on 40 ratings
     | 12,020 views

    In spite of David’s circumstances, David found comfort in the safety of the Lord. David realized that nothing could ever destroy the relationship that he enjoyed with God. In Psalm 4 David acknowledged his safety was totally the work of God.

    SAFE AM I PSALM 4 INTRODUCTION: David’s life was filled with pressure, pain, and persecution. In spite of the circumstances in which David found himself, David found comfort in the safety of the Lord. David realized that nothing could ever destroy the relationship that he enjoyed with God. In ...read more

  • The Purpose Of Prayer

    Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 22, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,554 views

    When we don’t understand the purpose of prayer we will be disappointed with and discouraged by the experience of prayer.

    The Purpose of Prayer Examining the Motives behind our Prayers Turn to Romans 8 There are many different types of prayer: public, private, group, family, church, national, confession, petition, intercession, fasting, short, long… Three-year-old Donna, who loved to pray before meals, would ...read more

  • Our Giving Overflows From God's Grace

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 22, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 15,669 views

    Is giving for the Lord’s work a struggle? Take to heart what Paul says as he points us to God’s grace in Christ and changes the way we think about giving. Parts: A. Give yourself to your gracious Lord. B. Trust his grace with an undivided heart

    Text: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9, 13, 14 Theme: Our Giving Overflows from God’s Grace A. Give yourself to your gracious Lord B. Trust his grace with an undivided heart Season: Pentecost 6b Date: July 12, 2009 Web page: ...read more

  • Compulsion Or Compassion

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 4, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,601 views

    In his letter to Philemon, Paul strikes to the heart of true discipleship addressing what ought to be the motive for all of our actions as believers. Compassion not compulsion should to be the rule of faith that governs our decisions and actions.

    Compulsion or Compassion Philemon 1:1-25 Introduction: Though one of the smallest books in the Bible, Philemon holds a treasure trove of spiritual instruction in practical Christian living. In his letter to Philemon, Paul strikes to the heart of true discipleship as he addresses what ought to be ...read more

  • What's Your Problem Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,270 views

    This is the 4th sermon in the series "When God Says..."

    Sunday Morning November 15, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: When God Says… [#4] WHAT’S YOUR PROBLEM? Jonah 4:1-11 Introduction: Who in here has made the comment, “I would rather die than __________ (please fill in the blank)”? Of course we have all said that; but how ...read more

  • Jesus Prayer Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009
     | 4,896 views

    The prayer of Jesus

    Jesus prayer John 17 It’s good to know that God is always there looking out for us. A little boy once prayed, "Dear God, I hope you’ll take good care of yourself because if anything should happen to you, we’d be in an awful fix." I heard a ...read more

  • Reluctant Disciples

    Contributed by Scott Epperson on May 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,689 views

    To be a true disciple we must be willing to follow the lamb where ever he may go. The question you should ask is how far will you go?

    #1) Count the Cost Rev 14:4 These are they which were not defiled with women; for they are virgins. These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth. These were redeemed from among men, being the first fruits unto God and to the Lamb. I think as Christians we would all like to ...read more

  • How Excited Are We About The Gospel? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 3, 2010
     | 4,504 views

    If I really believe in what the Gospel of Jesus Christ can do in my life, shouldn’t I be as compelled as the Apostle Paul to live a life for Christ?

    We started a new study series last week with the Letter to the Romans. When this letter was written 2000 years ago, the City of Rome was the center of the world! The city had over 2 million people with diverse backgrounds but many were slaves. The Church in Rome was very fragile in the sense that ...read more

  • It’s Not Just Our Building That’s New - So Are You!

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 28, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,225 views

    A reminder of the change that God has worked in us through faith in Jesus. This change takes away our guilt and motivates us to live for others, not ourselves.

    Do you still marvel at the transformation? People in the community do. A week ago Saturday a man pulled up in the church driveway, got out of his truck, and started pacing around the parking lot with a bemused look on his face. When I went outside he gestured at the church with tattooed arms and ...read more