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Plant In Faith, Harvest In Joy

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jul 11, 2005

God will bring about incredible yields when we sow our lives in faith, trust, and hope. Putting all our trust in God promises blessings beyond imagination.

Plant in Faith, Harvest in Joy Matthew 13:1-9 July 10, 2005 I want to tell you a story about Bill and Helen, two people now well into their eighties, who have a faith that is rock solid and which serves as an example for any who come to know them. About twenty years ago, Helen was scheduled for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

When God Declares, Consider It Done!

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 4, 2012

Through CHRIST, we have RECEIVED the POWER to DECLARE VICTORY and BLESSINGS for our FUTURE. Then BUILD OTHERS UP and be a BLESSING.

When God DECLARES, consider it DONE! Through CHRIST, we have RECEIVED the POWER to DECLARE VICTORY and BLESSINGS for our FUTURE. Then BUILD OTHERS UP and be a BLESSING. Most Christians think, “It’s a LUCIFER SPIRIT!” when we declare phrases that start w/ ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:10

Denomination: *other

"We Are Called To Imitate Jesus"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 18, 2015

Seeing Jesus in the vulnerable.

"We Are Called to Imitate Jesus" Mark 9:30-37 One cold morning when I was in high school I was dropped off early for basketball practice, and the doors to the school were locked. A janitor who worked at the school opened the door for me and invited me into his office. As I sat there, he got ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: United Methodist

What Happens When We Help Spread The Gospel? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 6, 2017

1. Miracles will be multiplied (vs. 4-7). 2. Joy will be justified (vs. 8). 3. Deceit will be defeated (vs. 9-12). 4. Souls will be saved (vs. 12).

What Happens When We Help Spread the Gospel? Acts 8:4-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Nov. 10, 2013 INTRODUCTION: *What is our most important mission as a church? In Matthew 28:19-20, Jesus put it this way: 19. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Altitude Of Your Attitude Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Aug 31, 2005

When God examines your attitude, is He pleased? Are you sinning against God – not by what you do – but by your bad attitude?

What do… Ricky Davis, Milton Bradley, and Kevin Johnson … have in common? Well, they are all great athletes who have played for Cleveland teams. But the phrase that comes to my mind is “bad attitude.” I, for sure, don’t know the details of the stories with these men and you certainly can’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Let The Redeemed Of The Lord Say So”

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 21, 2004

Every child of God needs to take a close look at the “who, what, where, when and why” of sharing their witness of salvation with everyone they meet.

“LET THE REDEEMED OF THE LORD SAY SO” “Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever. Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, Whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy, And gathered out of the lands, From the east and from the west, From the north and from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-3, Matthew 23:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Least Of These

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 27, 2021

The title is taken from Jesus' words in Mt. 25 when he said, 'whatever you did for the least of these brothers of mine you did for me'. Let's look at how Jesus ministered to the less fortunate.

THE LEAST OF THESE The title is taken from Jesus' words in Mt. 25 when he said, 'whatever you did for the least of these brothers of mine you did for me'. Jesus didn't use that phrase to indicate that the people he was referring to were the least important. In fact, in Luke 9:48 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23-25, Matthew 15:29-31, Matthew 9:9-13, 2 Timothy 1:16, Luke 19:1-10, James 1:27, Matthew 25:34-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is It Bragging Or Praising?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 20, 2007

Is it Bragging or Praising? We are living in a day when many people are lovers of self rather than lovers of God. People love themselves but forget to love God and their neighbor. In this outline we share a few types of bragging and praising examples.

Is it Bragging or Praising? We are living in a day when many people are lovers of self rather than lovers of God. People love themselves but forget to love God and their neighbor. In this outline we share a few types of bragging and praising examples. I know myself that I rather hear praise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:3

Troubles Are Opportunities For Great Joy Series

Contributed by Efe Oluwatosin on Oct 27, 2023

Understanding troubles. Are you asking the question why me? Or What have I done to deserve this? When you understand how to use troubles, you will discover that troubles are opportunities for great joy.

We are sent to the earth to replicate God's holiness in all we do and prepare for eternity. This purpose naturally produces problems for humans because the nature of God and the nature of humans are opposites. Therefore, to enjoy life and learn how to live successfully on earth, you need the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

I’ll Be Glad When It’s Over

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2014

It’s not uncommon to hear in the weeks leading up to Christmas the phrase, “I’ll be glad when it’s over.”

I’ll Be Glad When It’s Over December 7, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A It’s not uncommon to hear in the weeks leading up to Christmas the phrase, “I’ll be glad when it’s over.” 1 That phrase is typically said ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do When The Devil Steals Your Joy?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 7, 2022

Addresses necessary steps to reacquiring your joy, from Psalm 51.

Psalm 51 WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN THE DEVIL STEALS YOUR JOY? - Read Psalm 51 In verse 12 of this passage, David writes, “Restore the joy of your salvation to me.” Restore the joy of Your salvation to me. Can the Devil steal your joy? You better believe he can steal your joy. He has many tools at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Community In Unity Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 30, 2019

We win when we're all in.

A Community in Unity Acts 4:32-37 Rev. Brian Bill November 30-December 1, 2019 While there was much to be thankful for on Thanksgiving, Monday was also a momentous day for me. I had the joy of spending all day with Beth and then for dinner we met a friend of mine from college named Tom. Tom was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Singing Revivals Of The Bible

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 7, 2003

Revival awaits our own soul when we lift our hearts and our voices in grateful praise and thanksgiving to God in joyous song.

THE SINGING REVIVALS OF THE BIBLE “I will sing unto the Lord, because He hath dealt bountifully with me.” Psalm 13:6 Revival awaits our own soul when we lift our hearts and our voices in grateful praise and thanksgiving to God in joyous song. Consider some of the "singing revivals" mentioned in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:6

Denomination: Baptist

"When Anxiety Attacks" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 21, 2017

Our joy is snatched away when the wrong thing happens, when the wrong person says something; it’s snatched away when we can’t get what we wanted it is certainly snatched away when we worry. When we deal with anxiety.

“When Anxiety Attacks” Philippians 4:2-9 Throughout this letter we have heard Paul referred to numerous thieves that try to step in and steal our happiness. Our contentment. These thieves are used by Satan on a daily basis. He is identified in John 10 as the thief who comes to steal, kill and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Baptist

One Price

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 1, 2020

When it comes to the payment of sins there can be only one.

Exodus 30:15 The rich shall not give more, and the poor shall not give less than half a shekel, when they give an offering unto the LORD, to make an atonement for your souls. Interesting that in this situation there is only one payment to have your sins covered. There is only one way to have your ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:15

Denomination: Baptist