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A Rational Defense Of The Christian Faith

Contributed by John Gaston on May 2, 2025

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This is the first in a series of messages on apologetics. This segment deals with how, as scientific discoveries continue, evidence for God's existence has grown stronger, not weaker. Science, done right, points to God.

A RATIONAL DEFENSE OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH INTRODUCTION Christianity isn’t just a matter of blind belief or emotional comfort—it presents a worldview grounded in logic, evidence, and reason. In an age where skepticism often masquerades as intelligence, Christian apologetics offers a robust, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-2, Romans 1:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Won’t Give Up On You

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 10, 2025

| 177 views

When grace chases you down, don’t run — look up. God’s mercy can reach you even in the belly of despair.

(Jonah’s Prayer) Introduction – A Strange Place to Pray The Bible contains some very peculiar verses, doesn’t it? And I must say, the story we’re looking at today begins and ends with two of the strangest. Jonah 2:1 — “From inside the fish Jonah prayed.” Jonah 2:10 — “And the Lord commanded the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:8-12, Matthew 12:40, Romans 5:8, John 3:16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Responding To God's Favor Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 13, 2025

based on 2 ratings

| 1,658 views

This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series, "Finding Favor With God".

Series: Finding Favor With God [#3] RESPONDING TO GOD’S FAVOR Genesis 8:1-22 Introduction: Tonight, we are going to study a powerful theme rooted in God's unmerited favor- "Responding To God's Favor." We see God's faithful provision and mercy after the great flood, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Know Your God? By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Jul 24, 2025

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There is a difference between knowing about God and knowing God. Many attend church, sing songs, and recite verses, yet do not truly know the God they profess.

Do You Know Your God? Introduction There is a difference between knowing about God and knowing God. Many attend church, sing songs, and recite verses, yet do not truly know the God they profess. Daniel 11:32 says: “But the people who know their God shall be strong and carry out great ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Redemption PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 955 views

Understand and appreciate the depth of God's unconditional love and redemption, and to live our lives in gratitude, not for ourselves, but for Him who died and was raised for us.

Good morning, church family! As we gather today, let's take a moment to open our hearts and minds to the teachings of God's word. We're going to be exploring a passage from 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 that speaks about God's unconditional love, the power of redemption, and living our lives in gratitude. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

Topics: Love, God

God Is Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

based on 4 ratings

| 1,125 views

This sermon explores the concept of God as light, its implications for our lives, and how we can reflect this divine illumination in a dark world.

Welcome, beloved family of God, to this blessed gathering where we seek to understand the profound truths of our faith, to draw closer to our Creator, and to bask in the comforting glow of His divine illumination. Opening Scripture Reading – Today's sermon is based on the powerful words of 1 John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5

Topics: Light, Darkness

Physical Fitness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

based on 4 ratings

| 7,158 views

This sermon emphasizes honoring God by valuing and caring for our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit, integrating physical health into our spiritual journey.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be with you today, sharing the Word of God and seeking His wisdom together. We are blessed to be here, in this place, at this time, with hearts open to God's message for us. Opening Scripture Reading – Today, we turn our attention ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Topics: Physical Body

Noah's Life Of Gratitude PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 2,203 views

This sermon emphasizes gratitude as a spiritual discipline, encouraging believers to consciously appreciate God's blessings and express thanks in all circumstances. Key

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, to open our hearts and minds to the living Word of God. We are here to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, to offer our praises, and to seek wisdom from the Lord. Today, we turn our focus to a topic that is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:15-20

Topics: Gratitude, Expressing Gratitude, God

Confidence In God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 2,060 views

This sermon explores "Godfidence," the concept of placing our utmost trust and confidence in God, rather than in earthly authorities or ourselves.

So good to see you all here today. We're about to get into a topic that's a little different, but one that's going to make a whole lot of sense once we get going. We're talking about "Godfidence" today. Now you might be wondering, "What's this Godfidence thing?" Well, hang tight, we're going to get ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:8-9

Topics: Godfidence

How To Pray For A Miricle Series

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 20, 2001

based on 114 ratings

| 9,231 views

how to pray whem you need a miricle

HOW TO PRAY FOR A MIRACLE Power Through Prayer - Part 3 Luke 18:35-43 Jeff Seaman Much of life is beyond our control. There’s just not anything you can do about it. Sometimes your best efforts aren’t good enough. Sometimes the only thing that will work is a miracle. When do you need a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Secret Of Success

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

based on 104 ratings

| 9,422 views

True success in life is not defined by what we have, but by who we are in Christ.

The Secret Of Success Ecclesiastes 5:8-20 He's the man with the plan. When he walks into the room hearts race, palms sweat, eyes bulge, and backs straighten. He's the C.E.O., Chairman of the Board, President and General Manager, King of the hill. Top of the heap. Ruler of nations. While the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Mind The First Line Of Defence

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 11, 2002

based on 78 ratings

| 12,848 views

The first line of defense against satan is our mind - if we lose the battle there we have lost the war. In this message we will see how to turn our mind into a divine weapon.

Your Mind, The First Line Of Defense Divine Weapon Number One Last week – we kicked off, what is going to be the theme for much of my teaching in 2002 – in a message called This Means War…Listen we have an enemy, a powerful enemy. Scriptures says; “Be careful! Watch out for attacks from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eulogy Joseph Lanton

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 14, 2003

based on 20 ratings

| 8,688 views

This is a eulogy for a 33 year old Christian who was very active in the life of the church and knew Christ greatly. He was a single parent and left a 12 year old son.

Funeral Joseph Lanton 5/12/2003 by Rick Gillespie-Mobley Brothers and sisters I submit to you tonight, that Joseph Lyle Lanton was specially created by God. God took a little piece of his father Curtis and a part of his mother Oritha and began knitting Joseph together in his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18, 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Obedience Is Not Optional

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 1, 2002

based on 308 ratings

| 73,301 views

Obedience is the duty of every child of God. It is not an option, but an obligation.

Obedience Is Not Optional Text: I Sam.15: 22 Intro: We hear a lot these days about options. An option is “the act of choosing; choice; the freedom to choose” (Webster’s New Dictionary and Roget’s Thesaurus: published by Thomas Nelson, Inc., Nashville, TN., copyright 1984; pg. 499). If I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Five Ws Of Worship

Contributed by Chip Monck on Feb 15, 2005

based on 59 ratings

| 18,434 views

A look at the Who, What, Where, When and Why of worship.

THE FIVE “W”S OF WORSHIP Sometimes you come across some information that you wish you would have seen before you took a given action, or moved in a certain direction. For instance, it wasn’t until just a few days ago that I came across these “Top Ten Questions to Ask Before Changing Your Churches ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:2, Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Wesleyan

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