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  • From Proud Towers To Humble Alters

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 19, 2013
     | 4,678 views

    After Noah and his family began to populate the earth again, people once again left God's way and tried to do things their own way. Bad idea. God's way requires humble obedience, not proud power. Jesus told Paul,

    Genesis 9-12 lead us from Great Towers to Humble Alters. God’s way of blessing is often counter intuitive. God choses the humble, the weak, the despised, the things that are nothing to bless and through whom to accomplish His purposes of redemption for all mankind. The Lord told Paul, ...read more

  • The Life Of Abraham, Part 13: A Son Is Born! Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 14, 2014
     | 3,510 views

    The long awaited bundle of joy finally arrives

    The Life of Abraham, Part 13: A Son is Born! Genesis 21:1-7 Introduction In the last lesson, we saw a serious breach of faith in Abraham. He had failed to trust in Yahweh to protect him among the inhabitants of Gerar and rather trusted in his own wisdom. Had not the LORD intervened as his ...read more

  • Finances Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 14, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,395 views

    Proverbs gives us the proper context for giving. Without saying the word Tithe it reveals to us that we are to honor God with the first and best of all our increase, substance, weath, money. Your faithfulness will never be an issue of percentage it will

    Intro: Why should we spend time studying what the Bible says about finances? Because the way we handle our resources is one of if not the clearest indicators of our hearts spiritual condition. Of the 38 parables that Jesus taught 16 are about how we handle our money. So why should we study ...read more

  • The Abbreviated Word Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 26, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,065 views

    It is to our benefit that God condescended to become human. In the words of the Church Fathers, he "abbreviated" Himself.

    Monday of the First Week of Advent 2011 Verbum Domini What a providential, or shrewd, juxtaposition we have this year on this first Monday of Advent. The word of God today brings together the expectation of Advent, our reflections on Verbum Domini, and the reintroduction of truly Scriptural ...read more

  • Escaping The Snare Of Evil Vows And Pledges

    Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Aug 13, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 20,158 views

    Dealing With Blood Pacts and Satanic Vows and Rituals

    In continuation of our prayer program to deal with the snare caused by pledges vows and oaths we want to conclude by dealing with Evil Blood agreements and satanic vow and rituals. Lets start by praying some prayers first. • I renounce and reject all pacts and vows I have ever made with my ...read more

  • Four Men Of Faith And Action

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,774 views

    Bringing people to Jesus is a partnership. We encourage one another to witness and tell the good news to others about Jesus and His forgiving power. Jesus alone can forgive sin.

    Four Men of Faith Mark 2:1-12 One of the challenges we have in witness to people who have not yet become believers is to communicate in a language they understand. Sometimes our tendency is to use language of the church, “Christianize.” Words like regeneration, propitiation, ...read more

  • The Call Of Samuel And The Fall Of Eli.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,699 views

    A young boy called into the service of God. An old priestly family rejected.

    THE CALL OF SAMUEL AND THE FALL OF ELI. 1 Samuel 3:1-20. I). HE IS CALLING YOU BY NAME. 1 Samuel 3:1-10. The days of the Saviour-Judges were drawing to a close and, as in our own days, “the word of the LORD was rare” (1 Samuel 3:1). There was a dearth in the land, but not a famine of bread, ...read more

  • The Turning Point

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 24, 2023
     | 1,675 views

    A sermon for the Third Sunday in Epiphany, Year A.

    January 22, 2023 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 4:12-23 The Turning Point Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus calls his disciples. Imagine being one of these four. They’re fishermen. They’ve been fishermen. ...read more

  • Why Be A Good Samaritan

    Contributed by William Wyne on Feb 28, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,886 views

    The good in us must come out of us.

    I am again humbled and delighted to have been extended the invitation to be here at First Presbyterian Church as we continue what I believe is an honorable fellowship of pulpit exchange. I only hope and pray that your Pastor is receiving the kind of warmth and hospitality that I have received from ...read more

  • Crying Out Because We’ve Sinned Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,219 views

    Would we cry out to God to confess that we have sinned and He is just? Sometimes it is appropriate to cry out as a community for God’s mercy. The Israelite's knew enough to cry out to God for mercy … can’t we?

    Crying out because we’ve sinned Nehemiah 9:1-37 Introduction - Nehemiah is a great study of leadership; shows faithful obedience to God - Last week we discussed a great celebration happening in the city -- The people gather to have the Law read; and they are convicted of their sin -- ...read more

  • Character Study Of Rehoboam Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025
     | 216 views

    Rehoboam's reign marked the beginning of Israel's decline, leading to the division of the kingdom. As believers, we must seek wise counsel, lead with humility, and obey God’s instructions. Leadership is not about power but about service.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF REHOBOAM – SON OF SOLOMON, CAUSED THE KINGDOM TO DIVIDE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 12:15 "So the king did not listen to the people; for the turn of events was from the LORD, that He might fulfill His word, which the LORD had spoken by Ahijah the Shilonite to ...read more

  • Character Study Of Apollos – An Eloquent Preacher Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 103 views

    Apollos was a powerful preacher and teacher, an example of how knowledge, passion, and humility can be used for God's work. Though he started with limited understanding, his willingness to learn and his boldness in ministry made him a key figure in the early church.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF APOLLOS – AN ELOQUENT PREACHER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 18:24-28 "Meanwhile, a Jew named Apollos, a native of Alexandria, came to Ephesus. He was a learned man, with a thorough knowledge of the Scriptures." (Acts 18:24, NIV) Supporting Texts: 1 ...read more

  • Transformed By Truth: Lessons From "the Pilgrim's Progress" Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 12, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 795 views

    "The Pilgrim's Progress" - let's draw insights from this classic work to explore how truth transforms our lives. Let us embark on a journey of discovery as we delve into the transformative power of truth.

    "The Pilgrim's Progress" by John Bunyan is a timeless allegory that vividly portrays the Christian journey toward salvation and spiritual growth. The main character is called Christian, and the book follows his journey as he travels from the City of Destruction to the Celestial ...read more

  • Chaos To Creation Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 22, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,550 views

    This is the 1st Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

    Series: In The Beginning… [#1] CHAOS TO CREATION Genesis 1:1-5 Introduction: Tonight, we are going back to the beginning- The Book of Genesis. This foundational text is not just a collection of old stories; it reveals God's character and His purpose for creation and humanity. In Genesis, ...read more

  • "The Gospel Of Reconciliation” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 20, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,962 views

    Paul speaks of how the Gospel is all about how god has made it possibile for us to be reconciled to Him.

    Charles Hodge lived between 1797 and 1878. He was a Presbyterian minister and head of Princeton Theological Seminary from 1851-1878. Concerning the Gospel, Hodge said this: “The Gospel is so simple that small children can understand it, and it is so profound that studies by the wisest theologians ...read more