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Refuge (Joshua 20)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 22, 2025

Do we have a place of refuge? Let's begin in Joshua 20.

What is our true refuge, our place of safety? Can we trust God to protect us from trouble or danger? Let’s review Joshua 20. What was the purpose of the refuge cities? Is death by misadventure or accident still deemed guiltless in our modern world? The Lord spoke to Joshua: “Say to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of Contentment

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 31, 2025

Do not let discontentment rob you of enjoying and being grateful for what you have.

After WWII, the economy exploded as the technology for war could create fantastic items for peace. Factories turned out a myriad of products at a reasonable price that the average person never comprehended. Thus the age of materialism erupted around the world. People that had survived the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5, Luke 3:14, Philippians 4:11, 1 Timothy 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

Family SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 12, 2023

Help my congregation to know and see that God desires for us to have a perfect home.

Good morning, dear members of our church family. We are gathered here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to engage in a conversation, a dialogue if you will, about a topic that is near and dear to all our hearts - the concept of family. Family, as we all know, is not just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-16

Topics: God's Way

Run It Up The Flagpole Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 3, 2016

Too many Christians are satisfied with doing their minimum requirement for God. They don't realize the blessings they miss out on because they've just done what they "had to do" as His child. What are they missing out on and how can they change?

(Props: 3 arrows) OPEN: Yesterday was January 2nd. Does anyone know what national holiday that is? It’s called “Run It Up The Flagpole and See Who Salutes Day.” Yes… that’s actually a special day on the January calendar. I visited a couple of sites that spoke about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Right Relationship Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Dec 22, 2005

Christmas is about relationships, and the greatest realtionship one can have is with God. If we are going to have a right Christmas there must be a right relationship with God. This is #4 in a 4 part of the sermon series I ’m dreaming of a right Christmas

Introduction: Did you get everything you wanted for Christmas? Was there a new X-Box 360 or Ipod under your tree, Maybe it was a new outfit or some jewelry. Everyone wants something for Christmas Our society is conditioned to getting at Christmas. The other day I read an article entitled Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Hundred Percent

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 7, 2004

Mary gave 100%. What she had she did. What she possessed she gave. Have you given Christ your all? What are you doing with what you have? Are you giving 100%?

100% MARK 14:3-9 INTRODUCTION: On the evening prior to what is called the Triumphal Entry or Palm Sunday, our Lord Jesus Christ was a dinner guest in the home of Simon the Leper in Bethany about two miles southeast of Jerusalem along with Lazarus and his two sisters, Mary and Martha. At the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Seed Series

Contributed by Dwight Jones on May 12, 2005

This message and those that follow it are born out of study that I have been doing in preparation for a book that I will be writing in the coming months. Abram is one of the most colorful personalities in the Bible. I have often been intrigued with God’

The Seed Genesis 3:14-15 (KJV) And the Lord God said unto the serpent, Because thou hast done this, thou art cursed above all cattle, and above every beast of the field; upon thy belly shalt thou go, and dust shalt thou eat all the days of thy life: [15] And I will put enmity between thee and the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"That He Might Not Defile Himself..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 22, 2004

We’ve all met some young people that have captivated our hearts. From Atheletes to Musicians. They all have a common denominator. Of all the Biblical characters Daniel is on the list to be admired, let’s examine why!

Introduction We’ve all known that certain young person that we all agree that one day they will become even do something great! Know one? There are also those who stand out in the crowd of Biblical characters and such a one was young Daniel. He was a spiritual young man. Mature beyond his years. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

It's Coming!

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jul 3, 2004

You have been waiting for some things from God for a long time now. Waiting on your blessing, waiting on your answer to prayer, waiting on your miracle...I have a word for you! It’s Coming!

It’s Coming!!! Pastor Jamie Wright * Maranatha Fellowship Church Ever waited on something to come to pass? Or ever asked for anything and then had to wait for it. Maybe you have dreamed of something and now you are expecting for that dream to come to pass. I know many of us have prayed for ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Questioning God

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 28, 2005

Have you "said no" to God in something He has made plain to you that He wants? It isn’t too late. Have you "said yes," and not followed through? It’s not too late to regroup.

The greatest thing God will give you is your freedom in Jesus Christ. It’s a promise from the Father, and His promises don’t wither or fade - they last forever! This morning’s text is all about God’s will, and people that obey, or don’t. That is a simple truth everyone can understand. That’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: United Methodist

Is Baptism Necessary?

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Nov 12, 2002

We are faced with many questions regarding baptism, especially for those that have been lifelong followers of Christ and yet were never baptized or have been informed that their baptism was not Biblical in some way. What are we to make of these things?

We are faced with many questions regarding baptism. Especially for those that have been lifelong followers of Christ and yet were never baptized or have been informed that their baptism was not Biblical in some way (i.e. – sprinkled as a baby or adult). With that said, let me do my best to answer ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-38, 1 Peter 3:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trees Of The Bible

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Jan 31, 2003

Trees have been an important part in mans existence, and in this message we see how trees have been used in the lives of many of God’s people, as well as in the conversion of a lost man who wanted to see the Saviour.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Trees Of The Bible By- Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. This sermon was the last message that my dad got to hear his son preach before taking off for heaven. It has been, and still is blessed of God in reaching many souls for our Lord Jesus. It is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

No Need To Whisper

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: How many in this room have ever said something that you were embarrassed about after you said it? If you are like me, you have stuck your foot in your mouth plenty of times.

Introduction: How many in this room have ever said something that you were embarrassed about after you said it? If you are like me, you have stuck your foot in your mouth plenty of times. Right after my wife and I got married, I committed one of the worst sins against my wife that any new husband ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

When You See God

Contributed by Clark Sneed on Oct 26, 2005

One reason people, especially Christians, treat others hatefully is because they either have never seen God, or else they have lost sight of him. When you see God, it changes the way you treat people.

Title: WHEN YOU SEE GOD Text: Job 42:3-6 I. Introduction a. The name “Job” b. The oldest book c. Theme of book: What Job learns from suffering II. Exegesis a. How Job knows (v. 3) b. How Job speaks (v. 4) c. How Job sees (v. 5) III. Conclusion a. How Job responds (v. 6) Dominating Theme: What ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Held His Disciples Accountable

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 25, 2006

Jesus wanted a return on His investment in people. The Lord expects everyone to give a reckoning for what they have done or with whatever they have been given - time, talents, and resources. Jesus held the disciples to a high level of accountability becau

How Jesus Held His Disciples Accountable Matthew 4:19-4:19 Jesus wanted a return on His investment in people. The Lord expects everyone to give a reckoning for what they have done or with whatever they have been given - time, talents, and resources. Jesus held the disciples to a high level ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational