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Blue Christmas: A Reflection From The 137th Psalm

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 12, 2020

Sometimes it is hard for people to be merry in the Christmas season.

Blue Christmas: A Reflection from the 137th Psalm Christmas is supposed to be a season of joy. It is a time we reflect upon the heavenly army singing “Peace on Earth and goodwill to men. Even the world joins in with Christmas lights and parties and singing songs like “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Four Seasons Of Life Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 30, 2020

In this message I examine the spiritual seasons of Spring and Summer - those times when we are reawakening our gifts and drawing nearer to God.

Four Seasons of Life – Part 3 Spring and Summer Scripture: Luke 15:11-24; Psalm 100:1-5; James 1:22-25 This is part three of my series the “Four Season of Life.” Last week I talked about our spiritual falls and this morning we will be examining our spiritual springs and summers. If you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Psalm 100:1-5, James 1:22-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Bakit Hindi Sinasagot Ng Diyos Ang Aking Mga Dalangin? "

Contributed by James Dina on Jul 23, 2020

Doble kaming nagdasal, napakahirap, nang walang anumang mga resulta. Mayroong malaking katiyakan na naririnig niya ang bawat panalangin. Ginawa niyang maganda ang lahat sa oras nito. Kung mas mahaba ang isang panalangin, naantala, mas perpekto itong darating sa wakas.

“Bakit hindi sinasagot ng Diyos ang aking mga dalangin? " “Kaya't sinasabi ko sa iyo, magtanong, at ito ay bibigyan sa iyo; maghanap, at makikita mo; kumatok, at ito ay mabubuksan sa iyo. ” (Lucas 11: 9) Manalangin kami, ngunit walang mga sagot. Doble ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:9, 1 John 5:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

What To Leave Behind In 2019

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 10, 2020

We are not able to read a crystal ball or read into the future but there are some things that you must do to leave the past behind and move forward into the New Year.

What to leave behind in 2019 Introduction This morning (29th) you are a few days from the New Year (2020), and physically if you are like most of us you are one step from exhaustion and you are praying that you are not going to get on that merry go round and play it again as 2019. I bet if I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Biblical Plan For Anxiety

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 4, 2019

Apostle Paul shares with the church ways to relieve stress and have less anxiety. people worry about things that never happen and are quick to take stress to a new level as they journey through life.

Biblical plan for anxiety Phil. 4:6-8 2kings 19:14-19 1 Peter 5:6-11, 1 Chronicle 4:9-10 Prayer- Father today, I pray that we would see our future through the eyes of our savior Jesus Christ. I pray Lord that we may have our times of anxiety, but we will not live there. It may be something we go ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8, 1 Peter 5:6-11, 2 Kings 19:14-19

Denomination: Nazarene

The Perils Of Procrastination Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 7, 2022

To decide to delay is to decide to deny.

When I was around 10 years old, my grandma gave me a bunch of unused stamps and told me to hang on to them because they’d be worth a lot of money in the future. For the past 50 years I’ve known I had them in a file but never got around to checking on their value. Thinking this would make for a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Psalms Of The Sons Of Korah - Psalm 42 Part 1

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 15, 2022

The Korahites were the singers and composers in the Tabernacle and Temple. Their Psalms are a rich source of spiritual teaching. Psalm 42 is a Psalm of deep personal feelings where the psalmist has lost his joy and was in a rough patch.

MESSAGE 1 - PSALMS OF THE SONS OF KORAH. - PSALM 42 Part 1 Ron Ferguson ronaldf@aapt.net.au Psa. 42. For the choir director. A Maskil of the sons of Korah. Psa 42 v 1 As the deer pants for the water brooks, so my soul pants for You, O God. Psa 42:2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrate Recovery Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 18, 2022

If you’re going to recover and rebuild after a terrible loss, trust God to give you hope for the future, help in the present, and healing for the past.

When the television star of MASH, Alan Alda, was 8 years old, his dog died. As they were burying the dog, Alan’s father tried to stop him from crying. So he said, “Maybe we should have him stuffed.” And that’s exactly what they did. They kept the stuffed dog on the porch, and deliverymen were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:1-17, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 46:1, 2 Corinthians 5:19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Rahab Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 10, 2022

This sermon focuses on the extraordinary events in the life of Rehab the prostitute, and three lessons gleaned from them that are still applicable for Christians today.

If you have your Bibles with you and you would like to follow along, we will be looking at the book of Joshua 2. That is an Old Testament book. If you wanted to use the red pew Bibles, the story can be found on page 208. First question that we have. Does anyone recognize the name Diana Nyad? ...read more

Scripture: James 2:25, Hebrews 11:31, Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Christian Church

Faith In Afflictions

Contributed by Pst. Vincent Wrock on Jun 20, 2023

Affliction is the best Litimus Test for the Faith we Profess. Many shall be the Afflictions of those that Loves God but the promise of Deliverance we have. This should encourage you. Psalms 34:19 The righteous person has many troubles, but the Lord rescues him from all of them.

To us as believers Afflictions are to Prove our Salvation which is from God, because It's one thing to talk about Salvation but it's another thing to Demonstrate your Salvation which forms the evidence of your Faith. Apostle Paul is advising us in the below Scripture to keep on our Faith ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:19, Philippians 1:27-29, 2 Thessalonians 1:3-4, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-2, James 1:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

When Nightmares Come True

Contributed by Arthur Miller on Jul 21, 2025

We are a people who think negative thoughts, most of which do not come true. But how does the Christian cope when their nightmare does come true?

This is a follow up lesson. I am about a year and a half past my sons tragic death and thought it was time to give more encouragement to those who are in or going to go into the valley of the shadow of death. INTRODUCTION Our brains are pretty weird. Studies indicate that we have about 60,000 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:34, Psalm 22:1-5, John 6:63, Psalm 119:105, Romans 15:4, Proverbs 4:20-22, Psalm 107:19-21, Romans 5:1-5, Jeremiah 29:10-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of A New Beginning Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 22, 2025

A new beginning is not just about starting over, but starting afresh with God’s grace, direction, and power. When God initiates a new beginning in someone’s life, He brings clarity, hope, and transformation.

THE POWER OF A NEW BEGINNING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:18-19 Supporting Texts: Lamentations 3:22-23; Genesis 1:1-3; Joel 2:25; Revelation 21:5; 2 Corinthians 5:17 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with seasons, and every season comes with opportunities for a new beginning. No ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Waiting On God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 22, 2025

Waiting on God is a spiritual discipline that reveals our trust and dependence on Him. It teaches us patience, builds our faith, and deepens our relationship with God.

THE POWER OF WAITING ON GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 40:28-31 Supporting Texts: Psalm 27:14; Lamentations 3:25-26; Habakkuk 2:3; James 5:7-8; Romans 8:25 INTRODUCTION: In a world that thrives on speed and instant gratification, waiting seems inconvenient and unproductive. Yet, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

August, My Month Of New Beginnings

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025

The month of August prophetically symbolises a season of new beginnings. In the Bible, the number eight (August being the 8th month) represents a fresh start, a new order, and divine restoration.

AUGUST, MY MONTH OF NEW BEGINNINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:18-19 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Genesis 1:1-3, Revelation 21:5, Joel 2:25-26, Luke 5:1-7 INTRODUCTION: The month of August prophetically symbolises a season of new beginnings. In the Bible, the number ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying In The Dark Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 4, 2025

When you’re rocked by life, make sure the Lord is your Rock.

Praying in the Dark Psalm 18 Rev. Brian Bill August 2-3, 2025 I needed GPS to find my way back up here today! Let me explain where I’ve been the last three weekends. A couple months months ago, I asked the deacons if I could take some time off from preaching to expend extra effort on future ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-50

Denomination: Baptist