Sermons on James 18:37-38:

Church Vessels

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 6, 2019

I read an article recently that described different types of churches as ships. One definition of the word vessel is a type of boat or ship. There are many types of vessels. And some of these vessels can be compared to different types of churches we see out there.

CHURCH VESSELS I read an article recently that described different types of churches as ships. One definition of the word vessel is a type of boat or ship. There are many types of vessels. And some of these vessels can be compared to different types of churches we see out there. 1) The Cruise ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-4, Galatians 5:14-15, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Strategies To Overcome Temptation

Contributed by John Gaston on May 26, 2019

All Christians struggle with different areas of temptation. These seven strategies lay the groundwork for believers, no matter what their problems, to gain victory and hope. This will bless your congregation.

7 STRATEGIES TO OVERCOME TEMPTATION INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about an elderly lady who came into a church one Sunday morning. A friendly usher greeted her and asked, “Hello Mam. Where would you like to sit?” 2. She said, “I would like to sit on the very front row.” He said, “Oh no, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, James 1:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying Like You Mean It Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 14, 2019

God says that we need to pray like Elijah did. But Elijah seems so far above me I'm not sure I could pray with the same power as he did. But apparently I can. Do you know why?

I read the true story of a couple of men from Alberta, Canada who were driving home late one night. The weather was freezing - well below zero. Somehow, they ran off the road and got stuck in a ditch. And – as far as they could see – there was no one around for miles. They knew they were in danger ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18, 1 Kings 18:41-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Believers Need To Avoid Being Double Minded! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

A double-minded person is one who says one thing and does another, they claim to know God and yet their actions do not live up to such claims.

He thinks about two different things at the same time and can't make up his mind about anything; they are dually focused and have split opinions on the same subject. Their loyalty is divided between God and the world, and they are unstable in everything they do. James 1:8. It is God who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:23, Psalm 32:10, James 4:8, Psalm 103:3

Hidden Life With Christ! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 23, 2019

Many people live in a strong delusion secretly following Christ yet deny him publicly.

Many people live in a strong delusion secretly following Christ yet deny him publicly. These people claim to be wholly resting upon Jesus Christ for salvation, while at the same time trying to please the world. This is so typical of deception and lies. Most people who profess to know God do not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:10, Proverbs 14:14, James 1:8

Back To Basics (Seventh In A Series)

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 28, 2019

Doctrine of Satan

Weekend Message/Devotion July 28, 2019 Back to Basics (seventh in a series) Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-10, James 4:7, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doubt Part-Two Series

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Oct 30, 2019

We learned that doubt is a part of our human psyche, it’s human nature to doubt. Healthy skepticism and questioning is what keeps us from being easily misled, deceived, manipulated and led astray. Natural doubt many of times assists us to make rational judgments as to a matter or circumstance.

Last week we began our study on doubt. We learned that doubt is a part of our human psyche, a part of our daily life, it’s human nature to doubt. Healthy skepticism and questioning is what keeps us from being easily misled, deceived, manipulated and led astray. Natural doubt many of times assists ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:23, James 1:5-8, Matthew 21:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Energizing Your Prayer Life

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 3, 2019

We have been raised with Christ, we have a position with Christ in the heavenly‘s, we have been raised up so that in the ages to come he might show his exceeding riches of his grace and his kindness towards us in Christ Jesus!

Energizing your Prayer Life Illus. THE STATS ON PRAYER A Newsweek poll several years ago titled "Is God Listening?" indicated that 54% of those the magazine surveyed prayed on a daily basis - 25% said they pray to God once a day and 29% more than once a day. 87% believed that God ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-16, Philippians 4:6-7, Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Workers And Bosses

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 1, 2019

Most of us are pretty good at knowing how to behave at church. But how does Christian faith apply in your workplace. The Apostle Paul gives some real wisdom for us in his letter to the Ephesians.

Imagine with me that we aren’t in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, but in the Greek city of Ephesus. And it’s not this morning. It’s the first century. And the routine of going to church is very different. There is no church building. We come to church in a house, the home of one of the few ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9, James 1:7, John 8:36

The World Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Aug 6, 2019

As we try to follow God, know that you are swimming against a strong current of the world's pressures.

Some years ago we went up to Minnesota to visit our daughter, Elizabeth, and she took us out to one of her favorite spots, Interstate Park on the St. Croix River. If that name seems strange, it’s not a place where you have a picnic in the median between northbound and southbound lanes. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, James 4:4, John 16:33

The Finish Line, Cast It Down!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 7, 2019

There has been 4,224 horses race, 13 won the Triple Crown. Jesus promised to reward of those that diligently seek Him. Did you know those closest to the Throne of God lay their crowns at Jesus' feet? Cast them down!

THE FINISH LINE, CAST THE CROWN By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THERE HAVE BEEN 4,224 (2016) HORSES RUN THE RACE, 13 HORSE HAVE WON THE TRIPLE CROWN. The Crown of Thoroughbred Horse Racing is the Triple Crown: 1. Kentucky Derby, The Run for the Roses 2. Preakness Stakes. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6, Revelation 4:10-11, James 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joshua

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 30, 2019

In Joshua 2, we read about a woman named Rahab. She was a prostitute who had faith in God, helped the Israelites, and even became the 35th great-grandmother of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Please turn in your bibles to the book of JOSHUA, chapter 2. Our subject today will be on a woman named Rahab. Rahab was a prostitute. Should we shun her or love her? I think most people would be surprised to know we are called to love her with our hearts. But to do this we must first ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24, James 4:4, Hebrews 11:31

Denomination: *other

Through Prayer Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 20, 2019

Prayer is an act of our faith and demonstrates a relationship with the Lord – It shows we are connected together – it’s a natural reaction to a deep and trusting relationship with the Lord. Truth is when we are so connected to the Lord we cannot help but talk to Him and listen to Him!

Opening Video: The power of prayer – a baby healed! Series: Find joy in the journey through Prayer! Scriptures: Romans 12:12 “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Matthew 6:9-13: “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12, Matthew 7:7-12, James 1:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fe Que Mueve MontaÑas

Contributed by Luis Marquez on Sep 21, 2019

Una fe que mueve montañas se basa en Jesucristo y crece por medio de la paciencia, perseverancia y la oración.

FE QUE MUEVE MONTAÑAS HEBREOS 11:1; MATEO 17:20-21, STGO 5: 7-13 INTRODUCCION: Ilustración: un equilibrista francés cruza la cuerda floja sobre el Niagara, aplausos, Cuantos creen que puedo hacerlo con alguien sobre mis hombros... aplausos de aprobación. Pide voluntario: nadie ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20-21, James 5:7-13, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Contributed by Grant Adams on Sep 24, 2019

Is this a true statement? Do we really believe this? Then this morning I want to show us how some of us are acting, spiritually.

Is this a true statement? Do we really believe this? Then this morning I want to show us how some of us are acting, spiritually. Let’s read some verses that tell us the same thing…It’s not so much what we hear, but what we do that really counts. James 1:22-24, Matthew 7:21-28, Romans 2:13 Our ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-24, Matthew 7:21-28, Romans 2:13

Denomination: Baptist