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When Hearts Come Together

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 12, 2014

We have real challenges in life that we think we can control. The truth is that we are dependent on God. When our hearts come together with his we find the sanctuary we need.

1. When Hearts Come Together In November 2004, two North Carolina buddies, Dale Beatty and John Gallina, were wounded when their vehicle hit an anti-tank mine in Iraq. John received severe head and back injuries. Dale lost both legs below the knee. Neither man let their injuries stop them. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rolling Stone Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 23, 2022

There are lots and lots of ways that we can put Jesus in a tomb and roll a stone over it, but there is no tomb strong enough, my friend, no stone too heavy that Jesus can’t smash it to pieces.

[Remember ... the members have been placing stones at the foot of the cross for the past seven weeks of Lent and the pile of stones around the bases has gotten pretty impressive ... powerful visual. But when they come in on Easter morning, the stones are all gone.] [Read Luke 15:11-24.] You’ve ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-16, Luke 15:11-24, John 19:41, Matthew 27:51, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

His Song Is Within Me Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 11, 2020

How do we keep from drowning in our sea of troubles? How do we keep our heads above raging waters? How do we keep going in the midst of the storms of life? We listen to our soul.

I want to start by pointing out that Psalms 42 and 43 are believed to be one psalm. It seems pretty obvious when you look at verses 5 and 11 of Psalm 42 and verse 5 of Psalm 43. All three verses ask the exact same question: Why are you cast down, O my soul, And why are you disquieted within ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:5, Psalm 42:1-11, Romans 8:26-27, 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: United Methodist

David's Song Of Praise To God In 2nd Samuel 22 Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 16, 2023

“David sang to the Lord the words of this song when the Lord delivered him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. He said:…”

If there’s one thing that perfectly sums up David’s life it’s the praise that David sings to the Lord in 2nd Samuel 22. David expresses poetically all that God has done for him. David acknowledges clearly, his life story is not really about David. It’s about his God. The entire chapter of 2nd ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-3, 2 Samuel 22:4-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

Architecture Of The Church

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 24, 2023

Jesus establishes Peter as the first building block of the Church upon his confession that Jesus is the Son of God. We, too, have that same opportunity to become a building stone in the Church.

CHURCH! THAT WORD, ALONE, BRINGS ABOUT MANY DIFFERENT IDEAS AND UNDERSTANDINGS. I HAVE HEARD IT DESCRIBED AS JUST A BUILDING OR AS A PLACE CHRISTIANS GO ON SUNDAY. PERHAPS, THOSE DEEPER IN FAITH WOULD CALL IT A GROUP OF BELIEVERS. WE ALL HAVE DIFFERENT CONCEPTS OF WHAT “CHURCH” MEANS TO US. IF WE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Ephesians 2:19-21, 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 2 Samuel 22:2-3, John 20:30-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

"when Your Prayer Becomes A Cry."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on May 10, 2024

When your prayers go unanswered, you are expected to feel discouraged and want to give up. However, it is essential to remember that God hears every one of your cries. Therefore, trust that your prayers are being heard and answered in God's own time and in a way that benefits you.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 40:1-3) [1] "I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry." [2] "He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3, Psalm 34:15, Psalm 34:17-18, Psalm 18:6-10, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing Firm In A World Of Darkness And A Biblical Call To Spiritual Discernment And Protection Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 15, 2025

Scripture teaches that there is a real kingdom of light and a real kingdom of darkness.

Scripture teaches that there is a real kingdom of light and a real kingdom of darkness. Jesus drew a clear dividing line in John 8:44 when He said, “You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires.” He was not condemning their humanity but exposing the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:19

City Of Refuge

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Nov 24, 2008

Jesus is my Rock of refuge and as long as I am following Him, I will be sheltered from storms that I have to go through.

City Of Refuge Joshua 20:1-9 1 The LORD also spake unto Joshua, saying, 2 Speak to the children of Israel, saying, Appoint out for you cities of refuge, whereof I spake unto you by the hand of Moses: 3 That the slayer that killeth any person unawares and unwittingly may flee thither: and they ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dare To Believe: Longing For The Calm Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 6, 2010

Do you wondering when the boat will stop rocking or if you’ll be swamped and drown if things continue the way they are? There is calm...

-Ferry crossing from Sydney NS to Port aux Basques, NL. Five hours often on rough seas. My experience one night of being on deck; longed for calm sea, better yet calm spirit so I could sleep. Through a hole in the clouds I saw the North Star. Fixed my eyes on the star. In the storm I found ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Great Opportunity Lurks When The Stones Are Flying

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 20, 2014

Can we see a difference in dedication and commitment? What will we do when we face difficult situations? The rocks are flying? Duck?

THE GREATEST OPPORTUNITY TO BE A REAL TEST OF RELIGION IS WHEN THE STONES ARE FLYING STAND STILL. HOW CAN I STAND STILL... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. THE CHICKEN AND THE PIG WERE TRYING TO DECIDE WHAT TO HAVE FOR BREAKFAST... THE CHICKEN SAID I VOTE FOR BACON AND ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Set Sail For Adventure Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 11, 2025

Remember, when the storms in your life rock your boat, Jesus is Lord over your storms. Cling to Him and trust Him.

SET SAIL FOR ADVENTURE Text: Acts 27:1-12 Introduction 1. Soon, Tina and I will be embarking on our 12th cruise. That’s an amazing thing for me to say, because it took Tina twenty-five years to talk me into it. The reason…I saw the movie Titanic too many times! In fact, on our first cruise I got a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Satan's "Paper-Mache" Deception

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 5, 2003

Satan is in the business of fakery. He offers a false peace; a false hope; a false joy...and a false "spiritual rock" to the unbelieving world.

SATAN’S "PAPER-MACHE" DECEPTION "For their rock is not like our Rock, even our enemies themselves being judges." Deuteronomy 32:31. Satan is in the business of fakery. He offers a false peace; a false hope; a false joy; …and a false "spiritual rock" as Moses depicted in our text. I. THEIR ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:31

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Bride Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 15, 2003

This is the 18th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This sermon looks at the rapture of the Bride of Christ. After the sermon, there is a wedding ceremony of a couple in the church.

Sunday Morning March 23, 2003 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§Church On The Rocks¡¨ [#18] HERE COMES THE BRIDE 1 Corinthians 15:12-58 Introduction: [Play Wedding Processional] 1. When we hear this song, we begin to look for the bride. After this sermon, Jaime will be the bride, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-58

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift That Last Forever Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 13, 2002

This is the 4th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This is also the 2nd sermon in this "Christmas Series". This sermon looks at the gift that last forever.

Sunday Morning December 15, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§Church On The Rocks¡¨ (#4)[Christmas #2] THE GIFT THAT LAST FOREVER 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 Introduction: 1. According to the commercial what is, ¡§The gift that last forever¡¨? Diamonds. For those of you that are like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Up Is Hard To Do Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 2, 2003

This is the 7th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This sermon looks at 4 things you must do in order to grow up as a Christian.

Sunday Morning January 5, 2003 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Church On The Rocks [#7] GROWING UP IS HARD TO DO 1 Corinthians 3:1-17 Introduction: 1. Remember how it felt to be young? I still am so I don’t have to remember anything. I can remember as a child how bad I wanted to be grown up. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist