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The Man Who Is No Longer Blind. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 7, 2023

John 9, the man who was born blind, are we as open to Jesus as he was or closed to Jesus?

John 9:1-41 A man who is no longer blind. One of the sports that I participated in as a young bloke was caving, the Nelson region has some amazing caves, and I had a few adventures with the Nelson Caving Club. Plus, we would do a few caving trips just as a group of friends. One thing that I ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41, John 7:1, John 8:12

Denomination: Salvation Army

You Can Pass God's Test

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 18, 2023

We faithfully trust knowing that God can and will always provide. We pass God's test.

YOU CAN PASS GOD’S TEST (Outline) March 5, 2023 – Lent 2 – GENESIS 22:1-14 INTRO: Today’s text clearly states: “…God tested Abraham.” Testing is NOT tempting. Temptations come from Satan. The world. Our sinful flesh gives in to temptations. Testing comes from the Lord. "Let no one say ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Pharaoh Inclines To Let The People Go But Yet Is Hardened. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 26, 2022

Pharaoh and the Egyptian people could no longer endure this plague of flies. From the ancient history of such creatures being so bothersome, we know that people have been obliged to abandon their homes and seek new ones.

Pharaoh Inclines To Let The People Go But Yet Is Hardened. Ex. 8:25-32 Ex. 8:25-32 25Then Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, "Go, sacrifice to your God here in the land." 26But, Moses said, "That would not be right. The sacrifices we offer the LORD our God would be ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Bridezilla

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 26, 2022

Sometimes, God has to act in very unusual ways to get our attention.

Bridezilla Hosea 1:2-10 I am old enough to remember the old Godzilla movies about a reptilian who liked to destroy cities and such. This fit in the genre of terror movies such as King Kong and Destroy all Monsters. Words were coined with the “zilla” ending to describe someone whose actions were ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Names Of God: El Shaddai, The God Who Gives From His Own Abundance Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 1, 2022

Do you believe that God is faithful? Do you believe that he will work all things out? Because he certainly will. He is our provider. And from his bounty, we are fed. But many times in life we try to feed ourselves from our own bounty, as we wait on God’s promises to come true.

"Roger Simms, hitchhiking his way home, would never forget the date--May 7. His heavy suitcase made Roger tired. He was anxious to take off his army uniform once and for all. Flashing the hitchhiking sign to the oncoming car, he lost hope when he saw it was a black, sleek, new Cadillac. To his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-2

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Plague Of Locusts Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 7, 2022

Then the LORD said to Moses, "Go to Pharaoh, for I have hardened his heart and the hearts of his officials so that I may perform these signs of mine among them

The Plague of Locusts Exodus 10:1-6 (NIV) Par ? 1 Then the LORD said to Moses, "Go to Pharaoh, for I have hardened his heart and the hearts of his officials so that I may perform these signs of mine among them 2 that you may tell your children and grandchildren how I dealt harshly with the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Chronos 2 Thess 2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Aug 29, 2022

We protect ourselves from the great lie and assure our salvation by humbling ourselves as Christ did and living accordingly

This week we continue with the fourth oldest book in the New Testament as recorded in its publishing. We began with James on our year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Creation Then - Not Evolution (Follow Up Post On "I Can’t Understand All This”) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 17, 2022

This message continues the theme of God's creation that is so awesome. Evolution is a waylaying trap of Satan to destroy God's creation. Includes a poem titled "Creation Then - Not evolution". I hope you like it. "By Him, all things were created and all things exist."

CREATION THEN - NOT EVOLUTION (FOLLOW UP POST ON “I CAN’T UNDERSTAND ALL THIS”) A FOLLOW-UP POST FROM “I CAN’T UNDERSTAND ALL THIS” In that last post, we looked at some of the fantastic marks of creation God has left us in this world, and in the Universe. Only the deliberately perverse mind of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-6, Psalm 19:1-2, Isaiah 5:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Formula For Growing In Christ - For If These Things Be In You And Abound

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 20, 2023

Peter said, Grace and Peace be multiplied in YOU in the Knowledge of GOD and JESUS our LORD. Then he gave us a "formula" for fruitful growth. Faith + Virtue + Knowledge + Self Control + Perseverance + Godliness + Brotherly Kindness + Love = FRUITFUL GROWTH IN FAITH

2023.03.19.Sermon Notes. For if these things be in you and abound. A formula for Growing in Christ William Akehurst, HSWC KEY SCRIPTURE: 2 Peter 1:5-11 Scriptures Referenced: Galatians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 4:1-6, Ephesians 5:8-11, Luke 9:23-27, Romans 1:16-17, 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11, Galatians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 4:1-6, Ephesians 5:8-11, Luke 9:23-27, Romans 1:16-17, 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, 1 Corinthians 1:18, John 3:16-17, Acts 4:10-12, Psalm 34:1-3, 1 Chronicles 26:10-14, Acts 16:30-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christians Are God's Special People

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 3, 2023

The Lord has made us holy by his love. The Lord has made us holy to show love. Christians are God's special people.

CHRISTIANS ARE GOD’S SPECIAL PEOPLE (Outline) MARCH 19, 2023 – Lent 4 – DEUTERONOMY 7:6-11 INTRO.: People like to feel special. We feel good know that we matter to someone. How comforting to know how much we matter to the Lord. Today’s text reminds us that our loving, heavenly Father considers ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:6-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Some Last Things

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Apr 7, 2023

The book of Revelation is the last book in the Bible. On the last page of this last book, there are three last things we need to consider in the last verses.

Some Last Things Revelation 22: 16-21 16 “I, Jesus, have sent My angel to testify to you of these things for the churches. I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star.” 17 The Spirit and the bride ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:16-21

Motives For Giving Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 13, 2023

It is important for us not just to give to the Lord, but to give with the right motives. Jesus rebukes those who gave with the wrong motives, so we need to carefully consider our motives and how our motives align with God’s purposes and glorify God.

What motivates people to give? You could read about results of research on this topic about what part of giving is motivated by self interest and what part is motivated by serving others. Our interest here is not the human psychology side of giving motivation, but the biblical motivation. What do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-9, 2 Corinthians 9:10-12, Luke 6:32-36, Matthew 6:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Hilarious Giver?

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 1, 2023

Based on 2 Cor. 9:6-7 - Challenges hearers to be "hilarious" givers & honor God w/ their tithes & offerings.

“ARE YOU A HILARIOUS GIVER?” 2 Cor. 9:6-7 FBCF – 4/30/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Several years ago, I had a man tell me that, as pastor of the church, I ought to check people’s giving records so I would know who to listen to. I don’t listen to people based on how much money they give to the church. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Works Of The Holy Spirit: Piety And Counsel Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on May 22, 2023

The piety and counsel of the Holy Spirit can be summed up in the word "guidance." The Holy Spirit is our guide and counselor, leading us to make wise decisions and helping us to live a life that is pleasing to God.

PENTECOST CELEBRATION. THE WORKS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT: SUB-THEME: PIETY AND COUNSEL Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel. May 22, 2023 "Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said, “Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; 23 for as I was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Other Gods Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 5, 2022

Based on Ex. 20:3 - Sermon helps hearers remember who God is & why He alone should be worshiped & obeyed.

“NO OTHER GODS” Exodus 20:3 FBCF – 6/5/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Top 10 lists are popular in many categories: - Letterman’s “Top 10” very popular during his time as a late-night TV talk show host - Top 10 in college football (preseason for 2022 from #10-#1: Aub, Pittsburgh, OK, Mich, TX, ND, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Baptist