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The Danger Of Celebrating Halloween As Christians - Ephesians 5:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 29, 2024

As Christians, we’re called to examine everything through the lens of Scripture. Today, let’s take a closer look at the origins of Halloween, what it celebrates, and, most importantly, what God’s Word says about it.

The Danger of Celebrating Halloween as Christians - Ephesians 5:11 Introduction: As October rolls around, Halloween decorations start popping up everywhere—stores, schools, even some churches. For many, Halloween is seen as harmless fun: costumes, candy, and a chance to escape reality for a while. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11, 2 Timothy 1:7, Deuteronomy 18:10-12, 1 Peter 2:9, Matthew 5:14, Matthew 5:16, Romans 12:2, John 8:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Do These Stones Mean

Contributed by Randy West on May 25, 2002

What do we leave our children? A memorial? or a memory?

What do these stones mean? Joshua 4:1-8 Intro: 1. Let’s go back in time 800 yrs before Christ. a. Father and Son traveling in Israel b. Son sees a pile of stones near the Jordan River c. He looks up to his father and says, "What do these stones mean?" d. The Father and son stop find a place to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

When One Chapter Ends A Better One Begins PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Remind the church of God's unending love, His promise to always be with us, and to encourage us to face new challenges with courage and trust in His strength and support.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I'm so grateful to have you all here with me today. We find ourselves in a time of change, a time of uncertainty, and a time of challenge. It's during such times that we need to remember the promise of God's strength and support. He never leaves us; He never ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-5

Topics: Growth Mindset

The Serious Side Of Sin Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 4, 2008

Yes they were hypocrites, pretending to give all but in actuality only giving part. But how could they receive a death sentence just for that?

There are two approaches to presenting the gospel. One is a positive approach and the other is a negative. An emphasis on the positive is good for making a long term impact. The negative side sometimes instills a more reactive response. This passage is about the negative side of sin. It is a harsh ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

04 The Secret To Loving Life Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 20, 2008

Winning the lottery is not finding life but loving Christ who gives us life.

It is easy to become disillusioned in this life. Life seems to not to work. Dreams remain unrealized. Hopes dashed. Heartaches come. Our world is full of unhappy and dissatisfied people. We will try anything to rid our lives of emotional, and psychological disorders. Anything goes for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Grandparent's Prayer

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 10, 2007

The blessing you will give to your grandchildren, theri inheritance, begins with this prayer by King David.

The Grandparent’s Prayer Psalm 71:18 Today is a national holiday. It’s Grandparent’s Day, signed into law by President Jimmy Carter after an unanimous vote from Congress in September of 1978. What is a Grandparent? Taken from papers written by a class of 8 year olds: - Grandparents are a lady ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:18

Denomination: Church Of God

Disciplining Our Children

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 10, 2008

Parents should understand God’s perspective of discipline and follow His example.

DISCIPILINING OUR CHILDREN Hebrews 12:5-11 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION How would like your children to study with students filled with criminals? There is a High School in Yuma, AZ whose football team’s mascot is the CRIMINALS. Its logo is a caricature of an ex-convict, a crew-cut, square ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Discovering Who I Am” Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007

You can rest assured that if you press in to this point you will have already figured out that the devil will not let up trying to stop you from growing into the person that God wants you to be!

What is Destiny Fellowship? “Discovering Who I Am” 2 Timothy 2:15 AMP Study and be eager and do your utmost to present yourself to God approved (tested by trial), a workman who has no cause to be ashamed, correctly analyzing and accurately dividing [rightly handling and skillfully teaching] the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Not Fair

Contributed by Mark Wood on Jun 21, 2006

Dr. Wood shows his listeners that life is not fair as we know it, he uses this passage to show that Solomon wants people to live above this world.

When Solomon first began His book of Ecclesiastes He looked at life from an overall philosophical view point. This is to say he was looking at it from a wisdom point of view. He said that life was al meaningless and just continued like a snowball rolling down hill. As King Solomon got to look ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Exists- Absolutely!

Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006

“That’s true for you, but not for me… Truth means different things to different people… there’s no one absolute truth for everybody…” Ever had your Christian perspective rebutted by statements like these? You may not walk around thinking about the nature

“That’s true for you, but not for me… Truth means different things to different people… there’s no one absolute truth for everybody…” Ever had your Christian perspective rebutted by statements like these? You may not walk around thinking about the nature of truth or routinely use words like ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bridging The Gulf Of Generational Differences

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 7, 2008

THINK is a great acronym for bridging the generatinal gulf - Is it True, helpful, inspirational, necessary and kind.

Bridging the Gulf Between Generations (Phil. 2:1-5) "If there is any encouragement in Christ, consolation of love, fellowship of the Spirit, affection and compassion. Make my joy complete by being of the same mind. Maintaining the same love. United in spirit, intent on one purpose. Do nothing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serve With Gladness

Contributed by John Ong on Oct 7, 2015

What is delight for you?

What is delight for you? How much of ourselves do we want to surrender to our Lord Jesus Christ? I’ve always questioned myself about my abilities; my aptitude and heart to serve. It is only later that I realized how unimportant our abilities are in giving glory to the Highest. As long as we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Has A Need For Respect Series

Contributed by Dan Turpin on Nov 10, 2015

Objective Sentence: Everyone can minister to God by looking through the windows of His soul that allow us to see His needs.

Pastor Dan Turpin West Coast Church John ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Godly Wisdom For Mother’s

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 11, 2015

God ordains the position of motherhood. Always remember that God is with you, no matter the circumstance because He is faithful … and He will never let you down!

Godly Wisdom for Mother’s Proverbs 1:8-9; 2 Timothy 1:3-6 Introduction - Mother’s Day is always the time when: -- We remember to get the cards in the mail -- We order the flowers/gifts for our moms -- We try to take it easy on Mom during this day (or at least we should) - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-6, Proverbs 1:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gateway To Adult Faith

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Aug 3, 2011

About parent’s role and responsibility in transmitting faith to their children.

The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost July 31, 2011 Proper 13 A St. Andrew’s Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Psalm 78:1-7 One morning a zookeeper discovered that a kangaroo was out of his enclosure and roaming freely in the zoo. Knowing the kangaroos can hop very high, he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran