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A 23rd Psalm Funeral

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 4, 2024

This was a funeral for a godly woman (who raised sheep). What did it mean for Jesus to be her Shepherd?

A 23rd Psalm Funeral Jean Morphet was a very Godly woman and it’s no surprise (given that she and her husband Don raised sheep most of their lives) that the family told me that her favorite passage of Scripture was the 23rd Psalm. So I want to begin today’s eulogy by reading it: “The LORD is my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sanctification PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To explore the theme of sanctification by God, our dedication to serving and worshipping Him, and the importance of living out our purpose of sanctification as outlined in the scriptures.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! I'm so excited you've joined me today as we delve deep into the heart of God's word. We're going to explore a theme that is woven throughout the entire tapestry of scripture - the sanctification of us by God, our dedication to serving and worshipping Him, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24

Topics: Sanctification, Purpose

Passion Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon concludes the Cadence series by discussing the importance of maintaining passion and perseverance in faith, even in the face of life's challenges.

Welcome back church, it’s good to see you all today as we finish up our series Cadence. Over the past few weeks we’ve talked about healthy and unhealthy rhythm, also known as cadence, in our lives and in the world around us. In week 1 we looked at the rhythm of creation through the eyes of God, in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7

Topics: Healthy Rhythm, Spiritual Passion, Perseverance

Sermon Series: Cadence

Be A Team Player

Contributed by Scottie Pitts on Jun 30, 2001

The church must practice good teamwork in order to be successful.

Are you a team player? In May, 1953, two men became the first in history to climb to the top of Mt. Everest; Edmund Hillary, a New Zealand beekeeper and explorer, and his Sherpa guide from Nepal, Tenzing Norgay. They reached the summit together and attained instant international fame. On the way ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Calling In The Heavy Artillery Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

UNDESERVED, MALICIOUS, PERSONAL ATTACKS CALL FOR DIVINE VINDICATION

BIG IDEA: UNDESERVED, MALICIOUS, PERSONAL ATTACKS CALL FOR DIVINE VINDICATION INTRODUCTION: When have you come under vicious, unjustified personal attack? What were the circumstances? How did you feel as your attackers heaped slander upon slander to try to ruin your good name and cause you great ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:1-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Cares

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 25, 2000

This sermon encourages the depressed beliver.

“Who Cares” 1 Cor. 15:1-4 In these last days of complacency (people being satisfied with themselves) people think they don’t need anything or anybody. There is a notion that people aren’t ever going to have to stand before The Lord Jesus Christ and give an account. Therefore, their only hope, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Worthy Is The Lamb

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 26, 2000

This sermon proves that The Lord Jesus Christ is Worthy to be Praised.

"Worthy is the Lamb" Rev. 5 1) He is Worthty, Because of Who He is 1A) He is The Son Matthew 3:17 And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. 1B) He is The Savior John 3:17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Paddling The Boat Of Mediocrity

Contributed by Brent Hutsell on Oct 11, 2001

As Christians, some are aimlessly wondering around not accomplishing anything for the cause of Christ. I believe that’s because we’re paddling the boat of mediocrity!

I. Introduction A. James 1:6-8 B. As God’s people we have become tossed to every wind of doctrine so much to the point that some are confused altogether. 1. When we are unstable and uncrontrolled by the Spirit of God, we become undependable to the cause of Christ. 2. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Encouragement To God's Children

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

this sermon is to encourage beleivers who face discouragement through various trials and tribulations

A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO GOD’S CHILDREN OUTLINE 1.DO NOT LOSE YOUR FAITH AND CONFIDENCE 2.DO NOT BE WEARY IN DOING GOOD 3.DO NOT BE HASTY IN DECIDING YOUR DESTINY 4.DO NOT FEEL FORSAKEN AND WEAKENED 5.DO NOT FORGET GOD’S TIMING THE MESSAGE A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO GOD’S CHILDREN 1.DO NOT ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgive Or Not Be Forgiven (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Art Benavidez on Nov 7, 2002

God’s has a plan for your life.

Gen 50:20 But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, NKJV I have always loved this story. It deals with the guy who was wronged. There is something in us that says “life is not fair” What happen to Joseph was not fair and we want justice and we want it now! We can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Surprises From God!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 27, 2006

I have been preaching over 45 years in over 125 countries of the world and yet when I think I have seen everything, the Lord surprises me with something I have never seen. However, He has always been the God of surprises. Example after example we can find

SURPRISES FROM GOD! Exodus 3:1 Now Moses kept the flock of Jethro his father in law, the priest of Midian: and he led the flock to the backside of the desert, and came to the mountain of God, even to Horeb. 2 And the angel of the LORD appeared unto him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-8

Have You Left Jesus Behind ?

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on May 8, 2004

Luke 2:40-3:1 40And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

Text: Luke 2:40 40And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him. 41Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover. 42And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast. 43And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

290 - The Risen Christ

Contributed by Joel Vicente on May 27, 2004

The PURPOSE, POWER and PROMISE of the Risen Christ.

Illustrate Humor: An older couple had trouble remembering common, day-to-day things. They both decided that they would write down requests the other had, and so try to avoid forgetting. One evening the wife asked if the husband would like anything. He replied, Yes. I’d like a large ice-cream sundae ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Good Intentions

Contributed by Rex Deckard on Mar 26, 2006

We live in a world where we have placed a higher premium on sincerity, than on truth. The attitude of the world is that, if our intentions are right, if we have a good motive, then our actions- no matter how awful are justified. But the ends never justi

The Danger of Good Intentions 2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. Proverbs 16:2 Introduction We live in a world where we have placed a higher premium on sincerity, than on truth. The attitude of the world is that, if our intentions are right, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can't Live Without Vision

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 12, 2006

Working to get every beliver invovled in the local church!

Going to the Next Level (Dreams) Text: Revelation 1: 1-11 The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants—things which must shortly take place. And He sent and signified it by His angel to His servant John, 2 who bore witness to the word of God, and to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal