Sermons on Lending A Hand:

Divine Delivererance Defeats Deafness/Dumbness Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Apr 17, 2007

A man is brought to Jesus who cannot hear nor speak and Jesus begins a healing process, which serves as a type of sinners needing a Divine touch of the Master’s hands

MARK 7:31, 32 DIVINE DELIVERERANCE DEFEATS DEAFNESS/DUMBNESS I. THE SUFFERER: * A. Sources. B. Stymied. C. Sustained. II. THE SYMPATHIZERS: ** A. Selective. B. Surety. C. Supplications. III. THE SINNER: *** A. Separation. B. Solitude. C. Speechless. It seems ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-32

Denomination: Methodist

His Masterpiece

Contributed by Don Brockus on Oct 4, 2007

We are becoming a masterpiece in the hands of the Master Potter. I have translated Ephesians 2:10 and focus on Jeremiah’s potter pericope: Potter, Clay, Wheel, Water & Kiln.

His Masterpiece (Ephesians 2:8-10; Jeremiah 18:1-6; Genesis 2:6, 7; Isaiah 45:9, 64:8; Philippians 1:6; Hebrews 11:1) Text: Ephesians 2:8-10 “By grace you are saved through the faith and this {is} not of yourselves {it is) God’s gift not of gar xariti este sesoswmenoi dia tas pisteos kai ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Drawing Closer To God

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 24, 2010

5 ways to draw closer to God. 1 Submit yourself. 2 Resist the devil. 3 Wash your hands. 4 Sorrow for sin. 5 Realize your worthlessness

20100418.Sermon.Drawing Closer to God By William Akehurst, BA HSWC James 4 From LAB notes 1-3 Quarrels among believers are always harmful. James tells us that these quarrels result from evil desires within us – we want more possessions, more money, higher status, more recognition. When we ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17, James 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Necessity Of Prayer

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 31, 2006

God acts when man pray. The asking is critical to the task at hand. We are not dealing with a reluctant Father, but a God who is willing to respond. Prayer accomplishes God’s will.

James 5:17-18, 1 Kings 18:41-46 The Necessity of Prayer James 5:17-18 17 Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. 18 Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops. Elijah ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Did Jesus Leave For Us?

Contributed by James May on Jun 11, 2006

When the Son of Man ascended to Heaven he didn’t leave us empty-handed. He left us with all we need to be victorious in every fact of life.

WHAT DID JESUS LEAVE FOR US? By Pastor Jim May I was somewhat amused this week with so many people who were concerned about the passing of the date 6/6/06. It never ceases to amaze me that people, who are supposed to know and understand the Word of God, are so superstitious, and so afraid, of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:34-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sin And The Effect That It Has On Our Lives?

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005

There are people out there that seem to think that if they are born again and commit sin they will be automatically forgiven if they commit sin. Then on the other hand there are people out there that feel that if they are born again and commit a sin th

Sin and the effect that it has on our lives? Sunday February 25, 2001 I want to use as a text this morning 1st John 3:6 1 John 3:6 6 Whosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him. Now I want to read that same verse in the New Living Translation. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:6

Denomination: Church Of God

Prune Till You Bloom

Contributed by Thomas Miller on Dec 30, 2004

Most believers think that God is mad at them, when it’s only His loving hand that strips away the dead works of flesh to reveal the fruit that will never perish

Prune until you bloom I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch that doesn’t bear fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit He prunes so that it will be even more fruitful, (John 15:1-2). Most believers think that God is mad at them, when ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Raising Spiritual Champions

Contributed by Jay Robison on Jun 13, 2005

Taken from the Message version. To raise spiritual champions we must Hold Hands, Whisper Encouragement, and Show them step by step how to live well before God

RAISING SPIRITUAL CHAMPIONS June 12, 2005 Jay Davis Robison 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 Popular poem several years ago: If you love something set it free If it comes back to you it is yours If it doesn’t it never was. Always uncomfortable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Opposition Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 5, 2011

Humankind has always opposed God's will and sought to limit God's movement among us. God's hand is upon his people and he is with them as they faithfully do God's will.

Matthew 2:13-23 “Opposition” INTRODUCTION The warm, cuddly scene of a baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger and surrounded by his parents, shepherds, and the Magi, is theologically called the incarnation. Jesus shed his godliness and became human. From another ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Meaning Of The Seven Churches In The Book Of Revelation

Contributed by Lay Man on Jun 8, 2015

To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. – Revelation 2:1

To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. – Revelation 2:1 A viewpoint held in our day as almost as factual and unalterable is the belief that the seven churches in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foundational Truth 4 (Wk.5) Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 10, 2008

A look at the foundational truths of the Christian faith which must be wholly understood before believers can move on to maturity in Christ. This one focuses on "the laying on of hands (Part 1)".

Dakota Community Church November 9, 2008 Foundational Truth 4 (Week 5) Hebrews 5:11-14 We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

God Raises Deliverers From Birth Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 29, 2025

Samson’s birth was not ordinary; it was the fulfilment of a divine plan. Long before Samson ever lifted his hand in battle, God had already marked his life for a mission.

GOD RAISES DELIVERERS FROM BIRTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 13:1-25 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 139:13-16, Galatians 1:15, Isaiah 49:1, Luke 1:13+17 INTRODUCTION: The book of Judges records a cycle of Israel’s repeated sin, oppression, repentance, and God’s deliverance. ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In This War

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Aug 15, 2017

From the lesson of the victory that was fought and won by Moses' hands being held up by the aid of others, we learn three things we must remember about this spiritual war.

In This War Introduction: I would like to leave you with a lesson this morning of what it will take to make this church victorious going forward. Having many members does not mean you have an effective church. Having an emotional experience does not mean that you have repented of your sin. In ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Heart Of Your Problem Is The Problem Of Your Heart Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

The reason we like traditions, whether it’s washing your hands or dressing up for church, is that it is something we can do outwardly and feel good about ourselves.

INTRODUCTION Part of this message is about traditions. Why do we do the things we do? Sometimes we do them because we’ve always done them the same way and we never questioned the reason. Growing up, I had exactly the same breakfast every morning: two fried eggs, bacon, grits, and toast. And the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Storms Can Be Tools, Be Of Good Cheer.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 24, 2018

Don't let life throw you! Be of good cheer, storms can be tools in the hand of a mighty God to stretch your faith. This storm is a great opportunity for you and for others.

BE OF GOOD CHEER! DON’T LET THIS THROW YOU! STORMS ARE TOOLS --- IN THE STORM: FAITH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this lesson in two parts. Our enemy has a tool box he uses against God’s people. Some of his tools are depression, discouragement, quitting, hatred, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:14-28, 2 Corinthians 11:22-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God