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David Hears Of Saul's Death Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 29, 2019

Second Samuel 1:1-16 shows David hearing of Saul's death.

Scripture First Samuel and Second Samuel were originally written as one book. They were eventually divided into two books. First Samuel essentially deals with the life of Saul, and Second Samuel deals with the life of David. The end of First Samuel describes the death of King Saul. The beginning ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Words Of Encouragement” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 17, 2019

Paul helps us identify four types of persons who we need to intentionally encourage.

In 2 Corinthians 7:6, Paul describes our God as One “who encourages those who are discouraged . . .” (NLT). Indeed, if we are going to live in a godly fashion, we will find that we are called to be encouragers of others. God comes alongside the discouraged to offer encouragement. We, therefore, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Unique Design In Suffering: A Portrait Series

Contributed by William Lollar on Feb 11, 2003

Is there a "design" in suffering? Ask the sisters of Lazarus.

God’s Unique Design in Suffering: A Portrait in the Lives of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus (Part 1) John 11:1-16 This morning we come to examine the last of seven miracles performed by the Lord Jesus Christ in the Gospel of John. Each miracle reminds us that Jesus is God, sovereign in power, and that ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing Old God's Way (2020)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 5, 2020

Growing Old God's Way - Psalm 71 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • Theme #1: Develop a Knowledge of God. • Theme #2: Develop Good Habits. • Theme #3: Develop a Lifestyle of Serving God. SERMON BODY: Ill: • Growing old has been described as the, ‘metallic age’. • That is when you get silver in your hair, gold in your teeth and lead in your ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Christmas In Heaven Or Cosmic Christmas

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 25, 2024

A Christmas message about the spiritual reality from Revelation 12

Revelation 12 - The Woman and the Dragon 12 A great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head. 2 She was pregnant and cried out in pain as she was about to give birth. 3 Then another sign appeared in heaven: an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17, Philippians 2:5-11, John 1:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Suffering Guaranteed! Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 18, 2018

A study of the Risen Saviour's message to the Church in Smyrna. A study of the cost of following Him as Master.

“To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: ‘The words of the first and the last, who died and came to life. “‘I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander of those who say that they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. Do not fear what you are about ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Focused Amid Challenges

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 27, 2009

This sermon teaches us how to stay focused in the midst of challenges.

Do you have trouble staying focused when challenges raise their ugly head? This is true of individuals! This is true of churches! This is true of marriages! This is true of businesses! Joke: I heard about a bride who was nervous before her wedding. It was time for the wedding and she wasn’t sure ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-31

Denomination: Baptist

Should I Not Be Concerned Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 2, 2016

Jonah was concerned for God's plan and God's plant when he should have been concerned for God's people.

SHOULD I NOT BE CONCERNED? Years ago, there was found in an African mine the most magnificent diamond in the world's history. It was presented to the king of England to blaze in his crown. The king sent it to Amsterdam to be cut. It was put into the hands of an expert gem cutter. And do you know ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Show Me A Good Pastor Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Today’s Big Idea: A pastor is a man who is sent by God to save people from hell to make them Christ-exalting, spiritual aliens in this world

Adoniram Judson was a missionary to Burma (today it is Myanmar). His faithful wife Ann had followed her husband from prison to prison as he was arrested for sharing the Gospel. She had died from spotted fever and cerebral meningitis the year before (April 24, 1827). Her death had affected her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Salvation Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 29, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 1:3-9

Text: 1 Peter 1:3-9 Title: Joy in Salvation Date/Place: LSCC, 5/1/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: Illustrations file- Joy—“Prescription for Joylessness” B. Background to passage: These are Peter’s first words following the greeting to believers scattered all over Northern ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Tested And Trained

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 16, 2006

There are three points for us to consider as we take a Biblical look at God’s purposes in allowing afflictions to come upon His chosen people.

Turn your Bibles to 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Title: Tested and Trained Theme: Understanding God’s Purpose in Afflictions Listen as I read 2 Timothy 4:7-8, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overly Harsh Words?

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022

It seems that God has had just about enough of their blasphemies and announces coming judgment.

A. Opening illustration: The great Puritan preacher Richard Baxter wrote a pamphlet in which he lumped the Quakers with “drunkards, swearers, whoremongers, and sensual wretches” and other “miserable creatures.” And then—just in case he had not yet insulted them enough—he insisted that Quakers are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Where Always Is Heard An Encouraging Word

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 19, 2007

3 encouragements for Christians

Where Always Is Heard an Encouraging Word Acts 15:11-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 13, 2007 *Encouragement is such a wonderful thing. Mark Twain once said, “I can live for two months on one good compliment.” (1) *We all need encouragement, and believers, God wants ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:11-31

Denomination: Baptist

Invincible

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Apr 5, 2006

You can’t defeat Jesus!

#2006-12 Title: Invincible Text: Matthew 28:1-15 Truth: You can’t defeat Jesus! Aim: I want them to trust and obey Jesus. Life ?: Why can’t Jesus be defeated? INTRODUCTION Jerry Seigle and Joe Shuster were barely out of high school in the down and dirty days of the Great Depression when they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Church That Made An Impact: How The Thessalonian Church Made An Impact Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 5, 2017

A discussion based study of 1 Thess. 1:1-10

The Church that Made an Impact: HOW the Thessalonian Church Made an Impact Series Series: 1 Thessalonians Chuck Sligh Oct-Nov, 2016 NOTE: This is the second lesson of an extended Bible study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. Each lesson includes discussion questions. Some are open ended questions ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist