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The Book Of Lamentations – Part 1 – Judah Has Fallen In Weeping – Chapter 1:1-3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 18, 2025

Today we begin a new series in the book of Lamentations. So few people read and study this amazing book written by Jeremiah after the fall of Jerusalem and Judah. It is a sad book dealing with the nation’s sorrow and sin that caused it. It is most informative.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 1 – JUDAH HAS FALLEN IN WEEPING – CHAPTER 1:1-3 One of the least studied books of the bible is Lamentations, or more fittingly, “The Lamentations of Jeremiah”, for the prophet pours out his heart in lament at what has befallen Jerusalem and Judah. The book is very ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-2, Jeremiah 10:5, Jeremiah 7:27, Matthew 8:12, Lamentations 1:3, Jeremiah 10:1-5, Ezekiel 20:5-8, Hosea 4:16-19, Jeremiah 27:6, Romans 11:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jul 31, 2025

Moses was deeply concerned about this new generation of Israelites. He was keen that they understand their history and their unique relationship with God.

August 02, 2025 The Book of Deuteronomy is the last book of the Pentateuch. The title of the book in Hebrew, “D’varim,” simply means "Words.” We get Deuteronomy “The Second Law” or “Repeated Law,” from the Greek (Septuagint) and Latin (Vulgate) translations of the Bible. Moses took ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:9, Revelation 3:3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Trick Or Treat

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 24, 2010

Halloween has been a popular event in America. It is a time that many see as just a fun time to dress up, get candy and see people. Historically, Halloween has not always been so innocent and some of the practices have been derived from pagan worship.

Trick or Treat 1 Corinthians 10:14-31 Slide Intro Well, we know that Fall has arrived as the days continue to get shorter and as the leaves fall from the trees and as the weather continues to change. Next week, we will have another indication of fall being here as the streets will be filled with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Tripping Allowed

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 11, 2017

Simple thought -- IF TRIPPING IS NOT ALLOWED IN FOOTBALL, a game where people are supposed to be knocking each other down, it CERTAINLY SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED IN CHURCH, a place where people should be helping and holding one another other up.

TITLE: NO TRIPPING ALLOWED SCRIPTURE: I CORINTHIANS 8:1-13 / ROMANS 14:1-12 Autumn is approaching and begins in just 12 days. With this change of seasons it also means there will be lots of football games on television. College football season has already begun, therefore; at least occasional ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Big Is Your God? Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 11, 2008

We must not only worship the right God, but we must worship Him in the right way. Accept no substitutes. Don’t try to reduce God to a material object. Don’t try to localize the One Who is infinite! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

How Big is Your God? Exodus 20:4-6 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HowBigYourGod.html One day a little girl was drawing a picture, and even skipped recess because she was so focused upon it. Her teacher asked what she was doing and she said she was drawing a picture of God. “Oh honey, you can’t ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Let Go, Let God

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 15, 2010

To let go and Let God means to give back to God that which is already His, our lives. When we Let go and Let God we adopt His agenda for our own, we make Him the center of our heart and we devote ourselves to doing His will.

Let go, Let God 02/03/08 PM Introduction I’ve called our lesson this evening “Let go, Let God.” Have you heard this saying before? The other day I was driving in the morning commute and I saw this phrase on the bumper of a car in front of me. And I started thinking about what the phrase means (I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:21-24, Ephesians 4:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The 10 Commands – Part 1 Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 21, 2020

Working through the book of Exodus using consecutive expository preaching. Exodus 20:2-8. Teaching Sheet for the bulletin included at end of text.

Sermon Series “Exodus” Exodus 20:2-8 “The 10 Commands – Part 1” Pastor John Bright Exodus 20 “2 “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. 3 “You shall have no other gods before Me. 4 “You shall not make for yourself a carved image—any likeness ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:2-8, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Methodist

Getting Ready For Worship Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 7, 2009

This study teaches us how to get ready for worship.

When you come to worship do you prepare yourself for a worship experience? What do I mean, prepare yourself? The 24th Psalm addresses this question. In verse 3 it raises the question. " Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who may stand in His holy place?" This Psalm discusses the question ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Sensible Relationship With God Series

Contributed by Kurt Lindgren on Nov 29, 2012

The way the Corinthian church members were living didn’t make sense!

A SENSIBLE RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD 1 Corinthians 10:14-22 / September 16,2012 SENSIBLE: Making decisions in accordance with wisdom or prudence; likely to be of benefit: "a sensible diet". Showing reason or sound judgment; reasonable - wise - judicious - perceptible - rational INTRODUCTION: The way ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do With Your Knowledge? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 1, 2014

How we live our lives is important as we influence those around us in more ways than we may realize. If what you are doing in your life is a stumbling block to others, Scripture tells us we should reconsider doing it...

Sermon Brief Date Written: June 25, 2014 Date Preached: June 29, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: What do you do with your knowledge? Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 [ESV] TEXT: Essence of the Text: Paul tells the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

My Gay Neighbor Series

Contributed by John Sears on Nov 6, 2013

There are few issues more polarizing than homosexuality. How should the church respond to criticism lobbied by the LGBT community. How do we approach our gay neighbor?

My Gay Neighbor Introduction Today’s topic is a difficult one. In fact, there are few topics that can be more divisive in our culture than the subject of homosexuality. People on both sides of the subject are passionate about their opinions. The debate has reached fever pitch recently as ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Renew Your Covenant With God Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 17, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ fulfilled His covenant with the Father, you must fulfill your covenants with Christ.

Renew Your Covenant with God Joshua 24 I. Remember God’s faithfulness! v. 1-13 A. God has chosen you out of the world (2-4). 1. Your ancestors served other gods (2). 2. Your ancestors were blessed by me (3). B. God delivered you out of helplessness (5-13). 1. I brought you out of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 19:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Weak And Strong Christians.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 16, 2003

There is a time you can be right and altogether wrong.

Weak and strong Christians. Rom. 14. 10/19/03 This morning I have a situation and I really need your help. I know that you have just been waiting for this moment and eager to help me. Because without your help this message will not be relevant at all. Because, you see, there is a time you can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Positive Side Of The Ten Commandments: The First Commandment Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2002

The hidden motive back of each commandment is worship. Since everything a Christian does should praise God, all of the Ten Commandments revolve around worshipping God.

A. INTRODUCTION A line is drawn through the ages; it extends from Heaven to man and reaches around the earth. The line crosses the deserts of North Africa, and is drawn on the sand at the foot of Mount Sinai. On one side is God and the blessings of Heaven. On the other side is Satan with all ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Kisses Of The Bible

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

Modern culture has a lot to say about kisses. Songs, poems, movie and TV shows are filled with kissing. (See Lovapalooza 2004 world record for 5200+ couples kissing). A kiss is an expression of affection and love. A study of the word “kiss" (mentioned 20X

Intro: Modern culture has a lot to say about kisses. Songs, poems, movie and TV shows are filled with kissing. (See Lovapalooza 2004 world record for 5200+ couples kissing). A kiss is an expression of affection and love. A study of the word “kiss" (mentioned 20X) gives us amazing insights. What can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47-48

Denomination: *other