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The End Of The Drought Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 13, 2012

The Word of God truly effects change, like the dewfall, and especially in the Bread and Wine.

Thursday of 10th Week in Course Verbum Domini Drought. Elijah had to get the Israelites’ attention, to help them return to the true God. Ahab and Jezebel stood in the way, worshiping the gods of the land. Yesterday we heard about the contest between Elijah and the false prophets, that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46

Denomination: Catholic

It's Time For Recess Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 18, 2019

3rd in a series of sermon based on back to the basics using the theme of school - 1. The Eraser of Forgiveness 2. The Math of Generosity and now 3. The Recess of Communion, Community and Co-Mission.

Scripture: John 15:9-17; Philippians 4:4-7 Theme: Enjoying God Title: Recess Time! INTRO: Grace and peace today from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Over the last couple of weeks we have looked at the “Eraser of Forgiveness” and the “Math of Generosity”. This week I would like for ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17, Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Nazarene

2nd Sunday Of Easter, Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 5, 2021

APRIL 7th, 2024.

Acts 4:32-35, Psalm 133:1-3, 1 John 1:1-10, 1 John 2:1-2, John 20:19-31. (A) GRACE TO GIVE. Acts 4:32-35. The first reference to the voluntary sharing of the early church occurs soon after Pentecost, when the believers in the Jerusalem church (3,120 members plus daily additions) were said to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35, Psalm 133:1-3, 1 John 1:1-10, 1 John 2:1-2, John 20:19-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don’t Forget!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 11, 2023

God raised up Moses to lead his people to freedom, to make a distinct nation of them, giving them His commands & laws to guide them. Many of these laws & commands dealt with the functioning of a family. And I want to highlight a few of them.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Deuteronomy 4:9-10, 20; 5:15-19; 6:5,10-12; 11:2,18-21; Judges 2:10; Joshua ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:9-20, Deuteronomy 5:15-19, Deuteronomy 6:5-12, Deuteronomy 11:2-21, Judges 2:10, Joshua 24:14-18, 1 John 2:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Great Grace Was Upon Them All

Contributed by John Newton on Nov 22, 2021

Three characteristics of the first Christian congregation

I want to begin by saying what a privilege I consider it, to be invited into this pulpit on the occasion of your anniversary. Karen and I have just been attending over the last five weeks and it are clear to both of us that God is doing great things in and through this church. Thirty-three years! ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Episcopal

Jesus I'm Just Not Feeling It #2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 25, 2019

The actions of a Christ Follower have daily powerful meaning. Your actions in another person’s life will affect their eternity. Christian action is represented by humble servants obedient to Christ (humility, obedience and service)

Good Morning, today we continue our series our entitled, “Jesus, I’m just not feeling it.” The premise of last week’s message was that by participating in a Christian group we realize the love of God in a very tangible way and in turn, we are able to re-connect to God. This week we continue ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Regurgitationalistics

Contributed by G W Bill Elliott Jr on Nov 27, 2019

Have you noticed that we tend to get all caught up communicating and sharing thoughts, ideas, “news and information” and that we easily fall into the trap of just being talking-heads… mostly... just regurgitating thoughts and ideas, but not actually contributing.

Man has never invented a single thing (as of this writing)… ever never… nothing new… never… not one new element has been introduced into life. All we’ve done is ‘assemble’ things to be something else, and we call it ‘inventing’. Semantics, I know… but our thoughts and the many things we voice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:11, 1 Peter 3:15, 1 Corinthians 12:8-12, Matthew 24:5, Matthew 7:22-23, Psalm 115:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Run #3 Risky Business Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 23, 2019

The mission of the church (and individuals) is to demonstrate Christ’s love in ways which bring others to him and therefore is inherently risky.

Good morning everyone! Now, this is my third Prairiefest and we have been blessed year after year with a great partnership with the park district. We serve at the gates. We promote the event in the community and we’ve truly seen God at work in our community. All of which is a perfect example of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building A Church Of Thessalonica For The 21st Century | Part 5 | True Fellowship | Dr. Madana Kumar Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Mar 11, 2024

Christianity is not a solitary religion. Church is Christ's body built on the unlimited liability principle. Dr. Madana Kumar, digs deep into the question of how we can build a community with unlimited liability mentality

Building a Church of Thessalonica for the 21st century | Part 5 | True Fellowship This is Part 5 of the Series of studies on 1 & 2 Thessalonians For an Audio/ video version of this please visit here https://youtu.be/DD6334VZSS0 Good morning. We will continue our study of the epistles to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5, 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, 1 Thessalonians 5:11-15, 1 Thessalonians 3:3-4, 2 Thessalonians 1:4-5, 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13, 2 Thessalonians 1:3, 2 Thessalonians 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Warfare - Part Three Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 29, 2011

Paul tells us to take on Gospel footwear and to take up the shield of faith.

Last time, we saw that the Christian warrior is one who desires to walk in the truth and who depends on the righteousness of Christ. He seeks to make sure that his daily condition matches his eternal position. Therefore, he stands fast and firm against the devil’s lies as he asks the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle Conflicts

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Apr 26, 2011

A classic sermon from Adrian Rogers about resolving conflicts in relationships, particularly in marriage.

Take your Bibles and find James chapter 1, would you please, and when you’ve found it look up here. In a moment we’re going to begin reading in verse 19. One Lord, one love - achieving intimacy in marriage: that is not easy. Why is it? Well, we’re different, male and female. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

“overcoming The Fear Factor” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 5, 2015

How to we overcome our fears with respect to reaching out to others?

In order to take the Great Commandment seriously, we must be willing to love those who God has placed around us. It’s not always going to be pretty, but it is going to be significant. Review the Block Map and the Art of Neighboring Strategy. Encourage everyone to host or be part of a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Attribute Six | A Man Lives On Purpose Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Apr 29, 2018

As a man is desperate to discover his purpose, he knows that God is the single provider of purpose and that Christ’s call to “follow me” was the primary means of discovering purpose.

Well, gentlemen, we are in a series entitled “Attributes of a Man.” We are looking at 9 attributes that define a man of God. We are in attribute 6, “Lives Purposefully.” And I hope that you understand that it was – we’re on this journey of uncovering what it means to be a man. That we have to turn ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Are Your Words Flames Or Flowers?”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022

I want to preach about what many believe is the number one problem in many homes today…THAT IS COMMUNICATION.

If you do the research most marriage counselors will tell you that 85% of the problems they deal with in marriages today has to do with communication. Some believe the reason for the problem with communication has to do with the difference between the male and female brain. Illus: Did you hear ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Lessons From Spongebob Squarepants Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2024

While at first glance, SpongeBob might seem like a simple, fun cartoon, beneath the surface, it offers valuable lessons about God and our Christian walk.

Divine Lessons from SpongeBob SquarePants Introduction Today, we are diving into the whimsical world of SpongeBob SquarePants to uncover some profound spiritual truths. While at first glance, SpongeBob might seem like a simple, fun cartoon, beneath the surface, it offers valuable lessons about ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Proverbs 17:17, Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Pentecostal