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An Invitation To Change

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 13, 2021

Change is difficult because we focus on the negative aspects of the change. We follow a wrong strategy. Yet Jesus offers each of us an invitation to change!

Sir Isaac Newton’s “First Law of Motion” states “Everything continues in a state of rest unless it is compelled to change by forces impressed upon it!” I think we all recognize within ourselves the need for change. Yet we also recognized that the change we need is often hard to achieve. Change is ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9, John 5:14

Denomination: Methodist

Praiseworthy Pride Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

A legitimate pride is a completely personal matter, and does not depend upon anyone else. It is a matter of personal satisfaction in accomplishing something that is praiseworthy.

One of the most common paradoxes of history is the paradox of succeeding through failure. Jesus failed to turn Israel from her sins, and they crucified Him, but He thereby succeeded in paying the penalty for their sin, and also for the sins of the world. By descending into the valley of failure, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:4

God With Us

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 6, 2020

God revealed himself to us in Christ.

Title: God with Us! Text: John 1:1-18 Thesis: God revealed himself to us in Christ. Introduction You’ve likely seen the ad… Reunited! E.T. Returns to Earth 37 Years Later to See Actor Henry Thomas reprises his role as Elliot alongside the alien ET character for Comcast's new "A ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Sundays To Easter: "sir, We Would See Jesus" Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 25, 2021

Passover was near and Jews from all over the world were coming to Jerusalem. Some of them came in contact with Philip, one of our Lord's disciples, and asked for his assistance.

(Note: this message is based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church of Sigourney, Iowa in March 2019 and is not an exact reproduction.) Introduction: The Lord Jesus Christ was on His way to Jerusalem, where in just a few days He would be crucified and would die for the sins of the world. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

I Want God's Power In My Life Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 13, 2021

This is the fifth time the Great Commission is given to us in the pages of the New Testament. Say this with me: I am made for more than watching. We were made for more than two cars and satellite TV. The enemy of mission-minded Christian is to live comfortably.

This is the fifth time the Great Commission is given to us in the pages of the New Testament. Say this with me: I am made for more than watching. We were made for more than two cars and satellite TV. The enemy of mission-minded Christian is to live comfortably. Today’s Scripture “In the first ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Conquest Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 27, 2022

What was the secret to the successful conquest of ancient Canaan? God's Promises - Strength - Courage - Obedience

August 27, 2022 The book of Joshua begins where Deuteronomy left off – with the death of Moses: “Moses my servant is dead. Get ready to cross the Jordan River into the land I am about to give to them. 3 I will give you every place where you set your foot, just as I promised Moses. 4 Your ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:2-8, Genesis 15:18-21, Deuteronomy 6:1-3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sisera's Mother-Her Son Was Missing In Action Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on May 8, 2023

She had to be proud of him--he was a high-ranking officer in the army. But when the battle was over and he didn't come home, she began to have some concerns. "Missing" is the worst status ever for a soldier.

Introduction: Nearly everyone who has ever served in the military is aware of the risk in any armed conflict. Some warriors are killed in action, others are taken prisoner, but the worst fate of all is to be listed as missing. Sisera’s mother was one of the many mothers whose son never came home ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Power Of Agreement

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 29, 2022

God works by addition and multiplication Our enemy works by subtraction and division. We need to identify those that cause division in the church. God's best work is accomplished when we are in one mind and one accord.

THERE IS A SECRET POWER THAT LEADS TO SUCCESS. THE POWER IN AGREEMENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (This is several part lesson.) Henry Ford said: If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself. Mother Teresa said: None of us, including me, ever ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10, Mark 3:25, Matthew 5:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Of Hope

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 12, 2022

Even though the English word “hope’ may have an element of uncertainty in it, the Greek word in the New Testament always speaks of a sure expectation of some good outcome or positive result. There is a certainty in the hope given in the biblical record.

Alba 7-10-2022 THE GOD OF HOPE Romans 15:7-13 In one of Charles Shulz's Peanut’s cartoons, Lucy and Linus are sitting in front of the television set when Lucy says to Linus, “Go get me a glass of water.” Linus looks surprised, “Why should I do anything for you? You never do anything for me.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:7-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Environmental Devastation In End Times

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Oct 29, 2022

The scientists tell us that the world is headed for environmental catastrophe. That's what Revelation says too. What should we think about it?

INTRODUCTION Today we’re returning to Revelation after a month’s break. This is my third talk. I’ve called the series ‘Revelation: The Hard Parts.’ I’m consciously diving into some of the hard parts of Revelation – the parts that preachers generally avoid. But these hard parts are in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Some Mysterious Answers

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 10, 2018

Sometimes an expected answer is not the best one.

Some Mysterious Answers John 12:20-41 Have you even asked a question and gotten an entirely off-the-wall answer? You expect a simple answer and get something which doesn’t seem to answer the question you asked? This seems to be the case today. Jesus gets asked questions, and the answers He gives ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Inheritance Factor Pt 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 19, 2018

17 message in a series exploring the wonder of God as our loving Father. This message continues the discussion of our eternal inheritance.

“The Reward and Inheritance Factor” Pt 3 (The Fatherhood of God Message 17) X. The Reward and Inheritance Factor A. PRESET AND FUTURE REWARD B. FUTURE INHERITANCE 1. The Father’s wealth 2. The only begotten Son’s Inheritance 3. The inheritance of the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Colossians 3:1-4, Revelation 21:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Elijah: "I'm Really Depressed" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 21, 2017

Discouragement, God's Care & Encouragement, Revelation

OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - Elijah: “I’m Really Depressed” 1 Kings 19:9-18 (p. 247) August 27, 2017 Introduction: I love the story of Elijah fighting for God and the allegiance of His people on top of Mount Carmel. It’s a duel between the false prophets of Baal and God Himself. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mothers Day: Serve With Verve!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 4, 2011

Service what is that about? I can be great and serve no one or nothing but my own desires, not in God’s kingdom.

Mattthew 20:20-27: Serve with verve! Well here we go its Mother’s day, it’s a certainty that we all have a mother, some of us get on well, others not well at all, some Mums are now in heaven and some mums are starting on the journey of motherhood. There are those who are Dads who are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-27, Matthew 19:28

Denomination: Salvation Army

Idol Breaker

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 18, 2024

Looking at 2 Samuel 9, let's talk about 3 people (Some material adapted from Ability Ministry's booklet on First Church of Mephibosheth: https://abilityministry.com/product/the-first-church-of-mephibosheth/)

HoHum: I remember going to Sunshine camp on the grounds of Camp Rudolph in Yale, Virginia for 3 weeks one summer while in college. It was such an inspirational experience. One week I remember I was assigned to Kenny. Kenny smoked like a freight train and my job was to limit the number of smokes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:1-4, 2 Samuel 19:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ