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The Philippian Jailer’s Conversion

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 29, 2022

God definitely had a purpose in putting the story of the Philippian jailer in the scriptures.

It teaches many valuable lessons to those of us who are Christians. In every jail, you will find two kinds of people. • THE NOT GUILTY. Illus: We occasionally see on the news, that someone has spent years of his life behind bars for a crime he never committed. Even this very day, there are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:27-34

Denomination: Baptist

Seek Ye First The Kingdom Of God- Part 3 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on May 12, 2022

We will examine, what it means to put God above all things in our lives and all the blessings that follow when we do.

Can you compare God giving a child to a childless woman at that age when she gave something to the Lord, when she sought Him first, put Him above everything? We cannot compare that. God gives much more! Yes, according to His riches, where we cannot. That’s where He comes and He compensates. God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-47

Moving In A 5 Fold

Contributed by Michael Welsh on Jun 28, 2022

Gifts and talents are given in the body of Christ for the developing, maturing, and the equipping of the saints. God thinks of the body of Christ when he gives out offices and functions in the church.

Ephesians 4:4-6 (NKJV) says 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you[a] all. – Gifts and talents are given in the body of Christ for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-6

Denomination: Apostolic

Sow In Tears Reap In Joy

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 29, 2022

Adults try not to cry, thinking it's a sign of weakness, but in God's thinking, tears elevate our actions to a new level. There are 7 laws of sowing & reaping. If we sow, we SHALL reap. Don't grow weary in your sowing. Your rewards are coming!

SOW IN TEARS REAP IN JOY Ps. 126:5-6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Ark Riddles 1. Q: What kind of lights did Noah install on the Ark? A: Flood lights. 2. Q: Where did Noah put the bees? A: He kept them in the Ark hives. 3. Q: What did Noah say to himself as he was loading up the Ark with the much ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Importance Of Home

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Jul 2, 2022

Where is our true home?

The Importance of Home: Luke 9:51-62 51 As the time drew near for him to ascend to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. 52 He sent messengers ahead to a Samaritan village to prepare for his arrival. 53 But the people of the village did not welcome Jesus because he was on his way to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas Eve Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 24, 2021

The joy of Christ coming into the world, God with us.

Christmas Eve December 24, 2021 Christmas is such a great time of the year. It’s filled with a little more excitement and energy than in the middle of February and March. Yet, as excited as we are about Christmas, it’s easy to gloss over the Christmas story because we’ve heard it over and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 2:20, Matthew 2:23

Denomination: Baptist

An Old Challenge For A New Year

Contributed by Larry Grant on Dec 24, 2021

Christ is the object of our life. As speeds the ship towards the port, so hastes the believer towards the haven of his Savior’s bosom. As flies the arrow to its goal, so flies the Christian towards the perfecting of his fellowship with Christ Jesus.

Colossians 3:1-4 (NKJV) “An Old Challenge For A New Year” Spurgeon said, “Paul’s marvelously rich expression indicates, that Christ is the source of our life. “You hath he quickened who were dead in trespasses and sins.” That same voice which brought Lazarus out of the tomb raised us to newness of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s View Of The Church

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 10, 2022

In this epistle, Paul is writing to the Ephesian Church. In this particular passage he wants to talk to them about the Lord’s church.

As we drive around town, we can see all kinds of shapes and sizes when it comes to church buildings. • The same is true with pastors, they come in all shapes, sizes and colors. Illus: A new pastor moved into town and went out one Saturday to visit his community. All went well until he came to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem With A Religion Of Rules Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 11, 2022

Two Sabbath stories bring out some key dangers of a rules-based religion.

- We have two stories here that both look into the rules the religious leaders had back in Jesus’ day concerning the Sabbath. THE PROBLEM WITH A RELIGION OF RULES: 1. WE ARE SELECTIVE ABOUT WHICH RULES WE PAY ATTENTION TO. - Matthew 12:1-5, 9-11. - The Pharisees considered themselves to be the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Philippian Jailer’s Conversion

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 17, 2022

God definitely had a purpose in putting the story of the Philippian jailer in the scriptures.

It teaches many valuable lessons to those of us who are Christians. In every jail, you will find two kinds of people. • THE NOT GUILTY. Illus: We occasionally see on the news, that someone has spent years of his life behind bars for a crime he never committed. Even this very day, there are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Full Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 24, 2022

Romans does not afford us the luxury of hearing an incomplete Gospel message. Paul lifts the idea of God's Righteousness and Wrath. Both are revealed and should be preached with equal clarity. God’s standard exposes the folly of men.

Sermon – The Full Gospel of Jesus Christ Scripture Text - Ro 1:16-22 “16 For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile.[a] 17 This Good News tells us how God makes us right in his sight. This is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-22, Romans 3:21-23, John 3:16, Mark 8:38

Denomination: Methodist

The Fundamentals Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 26, 2022

Our Lord mentioned forgiveness in the model prayer, V.12, knowing a forgiving spirit was imperative for effective prayer. The importance of forgiveness is revealed by the fact that it is the only aspect of prayer that our Lord expounded further upon.

The Fundamentals of Forgiveness Matthew 6: 14-15 In our last study we considered the Lord’s model for prayer. The verses we’ve read today are tied to the example Jesus gave us to follow. This was clearly no accident. Our Lord mentioned forgiveness in the model prayer, V.12, knowing a forgiving ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You See When There Is Nothing There?

Contributed by Wayne Dunaway on Jul 5, 2021

The Power of His Resurrection

Introduction: Matthew 28:5-6 1. When the women came to the tomb looking for the body of Jesus, they were told by an angel, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come see the place where the Lord lay.” 2. They came to see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Recipient Of God's Favor

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jul 6, 2021

If you are recipient of God’s favor, you could further expect at least two things. What are those?

“Now Cain said to his brother Abel, ‘Let’s go out to the field.’ While they were in the field, Cain attacked his brother Abel and killed him. Then the LORD said to Cain, ‘Where is your brother Abel?’ ‘I don’t know,’ he replied. ‘Am I my brother’s keeper?’ The LORD said, ‘What have you done? Listen! ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

#5 Farmer, Seeds And Soil Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jul 26, 2021

We must be will to cultivate our lives for Christ if we long to be His tools bringing about the advance of the kingdom of God

This sermon was written and given by the leader of Mendingnets.org ministries on Sunday July 28, 2021 at The Center. Let me start off by saying I’m the type of person who tells it like it is, so parables drive me crazy!! Just speak in a straight line, Jesus. Cut to the chase and get to the point! ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational