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Caring For Your Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 26, 2024

Much attention is given to caring for our bodies, but caring for our spirit is even more important. This message instructs believers on how to maintain a strong, fervent spirit.

Intro We have been talking about the human spirit. Paul prayed for the Ephesian believers that they would be strengthened in the inner man (Eph. 3:16). It was said of both John the Baptist and Jesus that they became “strong in spirit.”i God wants our spirit to be strong. As we learned in previous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11, Ephesians 3:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 Samuel 15:22, 2 Corinthians 7:1, 2 Timothy 2:15, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Intention For The Human Race

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 3, 2025

n today’s Gospel we see Him sending missionaries throughout Israel, giving them instructions on how to behave. They would act like Jesus.

Fourteenth Sunday in Course 2025 We must never forget the Father’s intention for all human beings. It’s easy enough to do that when all around us we see greed, power-grabs, and one human being harming or destroying another. God never intended that to be our destiny. What God wants for every human ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Chameleon - Do Not Conform Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the idea of not conforming to the negative patterns of the world, but instead intentionally transforming ourselves into healthier, fuller lives as God's children, as instructed by Paul in the book of Romans.

A young, 16-year-old Salvation Army soldier was walking to the church from his house for a Bible study one day. In those days, soldiers wore uniforms to every church function. On route to the church, there were 12 or 15 of his peers hanging outside the pool hall that he had to pass. His classmates ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Topics: Transformation, Unhealthy Patterns, Full Life

Sermon Series: Chameleon

Why Must We Suffer?

Contributed by David Taylor on Apr 18, 2003

Instruction on the handling of suffering falls short because it leaves us with the resounding question of why, and it is in this sermon we see four reasons that Paul gave on why we suffer.

CBS News anchor Dan Rather admits he was always fascinated by the sport of boxing, even though he was never good at it. “In boxing you’re on your own; there’s no place to hide,” he says. “At the end of the match only one boxer has his hand up. That’s it. He has no one to credit or to blame except ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Annointing

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

We believe in God’s Word for direction and instruction. The Apostle Paul said it so well in his letter to Timothy, “…I know Whom I have believed…”

I would like to ask the Lord this morning what He wants me to do to be an effective part of His plan. Personally, I can say I do not want things to become routine for us. I hope we all have come here for the same reasons. We are hungry for God. It is important that we study God’s Word closely. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Speaking With God.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Dec 27, 2004

along with illumination brings human obligation. Abraham was given some practical instructions. In verse one we see that God says walk before me, and be thou perfect.

Speaking with God. Genesis 17. 12/22/04 At least 14 years have elapsed in Abraham’s life since God was last recorded as speaking with him. During that time, Ishmael, Abraham’s son by Hagar had been born and grown to a boy of 13. Abraham and Sarah had grown to the age of 99 and 89 which made ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Lifestyle Of Christ Followers

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 8, 2005

As Christ followers Paul instructs us how to walk and life a Christ honoring life. There are certain things we are to "put off" and certain things we are to "put on."

The Lifestyle of Christ Followers Ephesians 4:25-32 For all Christ followers the Bible sets certain standards of living. Ephesians 5:15 says, “Be careful how you walk – not as unwise but as wise making the most of every opportunity because the days are evil.” When walking it is important to see ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

Daily Asking For God's Provision Series

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

What a magnificent and awesome heavenly Father and Creator we have! Each of the key areas that He instructs us to petition Him for, are related to the vital areas of life!

Cornerstone Church March 26, 2006 “Prayer 101 - Lord Teach Us To Pray” Series LESSON 4: DAILY ASKING FOR GOD’S PROVISION Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Is A "Charismatic"?

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 7, 2008

This is actually a clear, instructive position paper which clears away some misconceptions and offers precise definitions. It is useful for personal study or study groups, in addition to Sunday messages.

WHAT DOES “CHARISMATIC” MEAN? Pastor Eric J. Hanson A Teaching Position Paper Initial disclaimer: The secular use of the word “charismatic” meaning “possessing great personal magnetism, able to attract and hold an audience or constituency”, etc, is a secular meaning which is derived second ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Inalienable Rights Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 14, 2007

The idea of Inalienable rights is rooted in Genesis and the fact that human beings are created in the image of God. Neither Secular Humanism or Islam recognize this. This message looks at this in an instructional way.

INALIENABLE RIGHTS Pastor Eric J. Hanson November 26th 2006 A message like this one can stand alone, but I strongly suggest that each one listening to Inalienable Rights also get a CD or tape of my message from two weeks prior to this one. Clash of Civilizations bring out some stark facts about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 24, 2007

Three things Deuteronomy instructs about fear: Don’t fear men, I will put the fear of you on your enemies, and Fear God and keep his covenant.

Last week we talked about how these books of Law have a lot to say about anger. It speaks of the anger of just about every character. We noticed two sources of anger: the evil anger of Pharaoh, Israel, Aaron and Miriam, Korah, Dathan and Abiram, and the righteous anger of the Lord and sometimes ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Satan's Strategy For Temptation

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 6, 2009

How does Satan tempt? 1) He distorts the moral instruction of God. 2) He misrepresents the consequences of sin. 3) He appeals to our point of weakness.

SATAN’S STRATEGY FOR TEMPTATION GENESIS 3: 1-6 1. Illus. of pastor on “weighdown” diet • Came to church office one day with dozen donuts. • When coworkers got onto him, he said it was all right. God wanted him to have donuts. • “Was detoured by old donut shop. Asked God to leave him a park right ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

My Pharoah Must Die

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 24, 2009

The spirit of Pharaoh is a destiny terminator. Pharaoh was the one that gave instruction that all male children of the Israelites must die and baby Moses was going to be eliminated but for God’s intervention.

MY PHARAOH MUST DIE Dr. D. K. Olukoya The message for this week is a prophetic one. Let us look at few scriptures. In Exodus 15:9-12, we read about Pharaoh’s vow and the reaction of God Almighty. Psalm 18:37 also says, “I have pursued mine enemies, and overtaken them: neither did I turn again ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:9-12, Exodus 15:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church At Worship

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 3, 2010

The apostolic command to be filled with the Spirit is a corporate responsibility of each congregation, and not simply an individual command. Paul instructs the churches what Spirit-filled worship looks like in this text.

“Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Pastoral Personal Conduct

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 16, 2013

Timothy is instructed in how he is to conduct his life as a minister of Christ. Thus, each servant of the Master is taught how he should conduct his life and ministry.

“Command and teach these things. Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching. Do not neglect the gift you have, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist