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Three Of The Greatest Emotions In Life

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Apr 20, 2005

We have many emotions. These include fear, anger, excitement, loneliness, despair, and satisfaction. What emotions motivate you the most?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. We have many emotions. These include fear, anger, excitement, loneliness, despair, and satisfaction. What emotions motivate you the most? 2. The three greatest emotions. Today’s lesson surrounds three of the greatest emotions: WHAT EMOTIONS What makes you cry? What ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Non-Biblical Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2019

Ten sayings not found in Scripture.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Many think these “sayings” are quoted from Scripture, but they are just not there. However, they have biblical truths taught (a) in principle, or (b) application. 2. Some wrongly apply some of these “sayings.” 3. Condition: become a man/woman of the book, i.e., the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Proverbs 29:15, James 2:8, Proverbs 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Discouragement

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Dealing with Discouragement

Psalm 42 Dealing with Discouragement 1. The Psalmist's Dilemna 5 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? (a) A Time Of Spiritual Barreness 2 My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

Consequences For Past Bad Decisions Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017

Decisions outside the will of God have consequences.

A. FIGHTING A BATTLE WHEN YOU DON’T WANT TO JOSHUA 10 1. Decisions outside the will of God have consequences. When the mighty Gibeonites tricked Israel Joshua said, “They did not ask counsel of the LORD” (9:14). Why We Don’t Pray • Self-confidence and not a walk of faith. • We think we don’t ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

7 Habits Of Highly Happy Spiritual People: Written On International Day Of Happiness

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 19, 2019

What are the habits of people who are 'spiritually happy'?

The United States Declaration of Independence enshrines the right of every American to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, but why is happiness so elusive? The world energetically and enthusiastically runs after happiness, but it always seems to be just beyond its grasp. Apparently if you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:7, Job 5:17, Proverbs 3:12, Psalm 119:16, Proverbs 28:14, Proverbs 16:20, Psalm 84:12, Psalm 144:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Does God Know All Things? Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on May 25, 2014

Orthodox Christians have always held that God has absolute and exhaustive knowledge of everything, including the future. But how is He certain about the future?

Sometimes, there are statements made in the Bible which are very meaningful, yet easy to overlook. I believe that this passage in the Sermon on the Mount is one such statement. Jesus is telling us something about the nature of God in this passage which is so sublime that it should cause our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christian's Vote

Contributed by Steve Klein on Oct 21, 2016

This lesson delves into the Christian's relation to government and his obligation to make the world a better place. God rules in the kingdoms of men and we must trust Him. Ultimately, our citizenship is in heaven.

The Christian’s Vote Intro: We start with the truth that we’ll end with. As a Christian, I am a citizen of the United States, but first and foremost, I am a citizen of heaven. Philippians 3:20 “For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Inaugural Address

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 7, 2017

Jesus' Inaugural Address, in explaining who He is and what He came to do can be seen through: 1) The Area (Luke 4:14–15), and 2) The Announcement (Luke 4:16–21).

Many around the world are waiting for the inaugural address of the new incoming US president Donald Trump, this month. The "inaugural address" itself is a speech given during this ceremony which informs the people of the intentions as a leader. The opening remarks are significant, for this is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Other

Running For The Prize Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2014

In order to reach people with the truth of the Gospel, we must be willing to accept 1) Self-Denial (v.19-23) and be willing to practice 2) Self -Control (v. 24-27)

After any election, like the recent municipal one, newly elected counselors have a particularly hard calling. They realize that not everyone voted for them yet they must work on behalf of everyone. In Corinth, Paul had the difficult task of working in two distinct cultures: that of Jewish ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Other

Championing Stability-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 1, 2017

2 of 2. The Psalmist Championed the stability & security of God’s people. The Holy Spirit champions the stability of God’s people. But When or Where does that occur? The stability of God’s people is championed within...

CHAMPIONING STABILITY-II—Psalm 119:165 Began this sermon for Veteran’s Day. Completed for Thanksgiving. Attention: God’s people are to be Champions(protectors/fighters for) of Stability! Thanksgiving is a time that has been set aside to reaffirm our thankfulness to God for His magnanimous & ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unity: Not To Judge Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 21, 2008

Unity in Christ is a mark of the believer.

Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you (Matthew 7.1-2). Is it not those inside the church whom you are to judge? … “Purge the evil person from among you.”… Do you not know that the saints ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

The Jerusalem Council Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 21, 2009

There are always those who would change the gospel. This is to be expected since the gospel is a judgment against the world system which refuses to recognize God, His condemnation of sin & His redemptive purpose for all men.

GALATIANS 2: 1-10 THE JERUSALEM COUNCIL [Acts 15:1-30] There are always those in the world who would change the gospel. This is to be expected since the gospel is a judgment against the world system which refuses to recognize God, His condemnation of sin, and His redemptive purpose for all ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Know The Will Of God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 30, 2004

Twenty-one hindrances, twelve principles and six helps in knowing the will of God.

How To Know the Will of God 1 John 5:14-5:15 - "And this is the confidence (the assurance, the privilege of peace and boldness) which we have in Him (we are sure that if we ask anything according to His will (in agreement with His plan). He listens to and hears us." Illustration: He was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Not - M O V E D

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 31, 2008

HANG ON! What are we to BE. What are we NOT to BE. We can look at the ’NOTS’ in the negative. This is looking at the POSITIVE. When things look bleak. Be Not MOVED from your Faith. STAND FIRM.

10.19.08 Sermon.Be Not-Moved By William Akehurst, HSWC 1 Thessalonians 3:7-9 Philippians 1:27 For the last 2 weeks, we were looking to scriptures regard what it was to be a Christian, and what we were to be... Be Kind, Joyful, Patient, Loving, Gracious, Forgiving, Forbearing In Acts we read: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Plans Go Awry Series

Contributed by James Hays on Apr 28, 2020

we all have plans for life and a sense of direction lain out in our minds. Sometimes life laughs. We suffer loss.

This time has disrupted most –if not all – of our plans. The seniors had plans of finishing their senior year and graduating with celebrations, now what? Many had plans of getting married with parties and celebrations, now what? Many had plans of having jobs, income, and insurance, but now what? ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:24, Jeremiah 10:23-24, Hebrews 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ