Sermons on Hide And Seek:

No Whiners

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 3, 2019

Hard times come to Christians because our reactions in bad times, may be inspire others to turn to the Lord and seek forgiveness. Just as Jesus was a witness to the world through his suffering, we can be a witness and draw closer to him in ours.

There is a popular TV show called “Survivor.” It’s been on TV now for over 20 seasons. It’s syndicated all over the world. The show thrives on showing how individuals adapt to group dynamics and societal rules changes through horrendous conditions in the hope of receiving the big prize at the end. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-16, Romans 11:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Fast Do Not Exploit! Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Mar 13, 2019

Indeed it has become quite a challenge to practice the discipline of fasting from food in a society today which is dominated by changing work environments, time structures, consumerism and many health concerns at large.

When you Fast do not exploit A very challenging theme this morning: “When you fast do not exploit”. Indeed it has become quite a challenge to practice the discipline of fasting from food in a society today which is dominated by changing work environments, time structures, consumerism and many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:17, 1 Corinthians 7:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Why We Follow Jesus

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Feb 12, 2024

Why do the people in Capernaum seek Jesus? What does the world seek? Why should we seek Jesus?

What do we seek? Today’s Gospel is set in Capernaum on the day of the Sabbath. Jesus had a support base here with two Disciples, Simon Peter and his brother Andrew, calling this place home. With friends nearby, this city will become Jesus’ Galilean home and the staging point for part of His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-39

Denomination: Lutheran

The Nature Of Jesus' Teaching.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 3, 2022

The Incarnate Word teaches the words of God.

THE NATURE OF JESUS' TEACHING. John 7:14-18. JOHN 7:14-15. “Now about the midst of the feast Jesus went up into the temple, and taught. And the Jews marvelled, saying, How knoweth this man letters, having never learned?” What amazes them? His authority (cf. ‘not as the scribes’ Mark 1:22). ...read more

Scripture: John 7:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Pray?

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 2, 2022

Prayer is not a monologue but a conversation between us and God. Those in contact with God have vision, they have a power within that can change people around them, they have authority with God and insight into what God is doing.

WHY PRAY? INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE PASTOR’S PRAYER. 1. A Sunday School teacher was struggling to open the combination lock on the supply cabinet. He couldn't quite remember the combination. Finally, he went to the pastor and asked for help. The pastor came and began to turn the dial. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 12:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hearing From God

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Sep 18, 2023

It is important to remember that all of these activities in this passage is a result of taking the gospel to the lost. (v.5) It is possible that Paul was discouraged or weary from the work and the Lord strengthened him as Paul spoke of in Ephesians 6:10

I. Paul was faithful (v.4) A. Regardless of the amount of opposition. B. Christ had to encourage him. (v.9-10) II. He was passionate (v.6) A. In that passion he had a sense of urgency B. A sense of soberness III. Paul was sacrificial (v. 12) A. He had little concern for his own well being B. He was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Seek The Lord And His Strength: A Call To Persistent Faith Psalm 105:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 23, 2024

Psalm 105:4 calls us to seek the Lord and His strength continually. This Psalm is a reminder of God's faithfulness and the importance of persistently pursuing Him in our lives.

Seek the Lord and His Strength: A Call to Persistent Faith Psalm 105:4 (NLT) - "Search for the LORD and for his strength; continually seek him." Introduction Today, we delve into Psalm 105:4, a verse that calls us to seek the Lord and His strength continually. This Psalm is a reminder of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:4, Jeremiah 29:13, Isaiah 40:31, 1 Chronicles 16:11, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Angering God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 16, 2020

We must avoid the things that anger God.

Angering God August 16, Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must avoid the things that anger God. Focus Passage: Zephaniah 1:5-6 Supplemental Passage: "For the eyes of the LORD move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:5-6, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Baptist

Life In The Spirit

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2021

Living Life in the Spirit

Life in the Spirit Romans Chapter 8:1-17 Good Morning Church, if you would take out your bibles or phone app and turn to Romans Chapter 8:1-17 We are going to look at living life in the Spirit of God The world would want to tell you that it is impossible to live life in the Spirit of God- I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

America's Only Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021

July 4th message as we look at the freedom we have because men and women paid the ultimate sacrifice. The Spiritual freedom we have to worship and have a relationship with the Lord becasue of the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

America's Only Hope 2 Chronicles 7:14 Today July 4th ... Independence Day! We celebrate the 245th birthday of our nation. Turn to the Old Testament book of 2 Chronicles chapter 7. Prayer- Illustration- Years ago one of our American submarines sank off the eastern coast. Divers attempted ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-14

Denomination: Nazarene

"lord, Teach Us To Pray"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 10, 2021

This is a message in a series I preached on prayer.

Title: “Lord, Teach us to Pray” Script: Mt. 6:5-13 Type: Series on Prayers of the Bible Where: GNBC 7-11-21 Intro: I believe the great need in the American Post-Pandemic Church is prayer! Billy Graham once said, “Heaven is full of answers to prayer for which no one ever bothered to ask.” It’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Have You Found What You Are Looking For?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 4, 2021

What are you seeking from life? From God? The people go to Jesus looking for more bread. Jesus had so much MORE!

August 8, 2020 John 6:24–33 24 When the crowd saw that neither Jesus nor his disciples were there, they got into the boats and went to Capernaum looking for Jesus. 25 When they found him on the other side of the sea, they asked him, “Rabbi, when did you get here?” 26 Jesus answered them, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-33

Denomination: Lutheran

What Manner Of Person Ought Ye To Be

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 20, 2022

Why did Peter say, “Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be...”

Let me show you. These words appear in Peter’s great chapter on the second coming of Christ. Peter was telling us some of the things that would occur before Christ’s second coming. -In verses 3-4 he tells us there will be scoffers. We read, “Knowing this first, that there shall come in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Signs

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 24, 2021

Keep watch for the signs of the return of the Son of Man.

Signs – Luke 21: 25 - 36 Intro: I believe we have become a nation of signs. If you travel any major highway, you will see hundreds of signs. Some of them are to point you in the right direction while some of them alert you as to what you might experience at the next exit. Maxine, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Uzziah Series

Contributed by Samuel J on Apr 7, 2022

King Uzziah was a achiever. He invented the prototype of the modern day's ICBMs and hypersonic missiles. God gave him wisdom when he sought God.

King Uzziah was 16 years old when he became a king. He was the ninth king of Judea and reigned for about 52 years. In the earlier part of his reign, under the influence of a prophet named Zechariah, he was faithful to God and he did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord. Zechariah mentored ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:4-5