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The Perfect Will Of God

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

God's will is revealed progressively through a process.

The “Perfect” Will of God Romans 12:1-2 INTRODUCTION: God gives us abundant prayer promises that are tied into his will. For example: 1 John 5:14: "And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us:" Tragically the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Hell Series

Contributed by Richard White on Apr 30, 2010

Thanks to the book "The Christian Atheist" I gleaned ideas for this sermon. Hell is real, do we care enough to warn others so they do not have to go there?

The Reality of HELL Rev 20:4-15 As a preacher and chaplain, I’m often confronted by death. One thing I’ve observed is that when someone dies, that person’s loved ones want to believe their relative went to “a better place.” We’ll say things like, “She ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:4-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Isaiah’s Revelation And Purification Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 26, 2025

The message of the Lord, and the words He has spoken, will remain despite Israel's (and our) rebellion! Isaiah is invited to be one who tells the truth to those who still need to hear that forgiveness, through God's Messiah, is still possible.

Isaiah, Part 4 Isaiah’s Revelation and Purification Isaiah 6:1-13 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve come to worship with us! - Last week, we reviewed the warning for Judah – same one we need today! -- Honesty: We are a sinful people, with a sinful history, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13, John 14:3, Exodus 40:34-35, Exodus 33:20, Exodus 25:8, Exodus 30:1-10, Genesis 1:26, Matthew 13:13-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guarding The Word

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 4, 2025

This sermon provides a spiritual guide on how Christians can guard and cherish the Word of God, emphasizing wholehearted devotion and practical steps for living faithfully.

Guarding the Word “Thou art my portion, O LORD: I have said that I would keep thy words.” (Psalm 119:57, KJV) Introduction – In this journey preparing for the Rapture… Center verse in the Bible: Psalms 118:8 (KJV) It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man. Psalm 119, the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:57, Matthew 22:37, Hosea 10:2, Proverbs 3:5-6, 2 Corinthians 13:5, James 4:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

When You're Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 3, 2002

Three actions to take when we are out of our comfort zone

When You’re Out of Your Comfort Zone Based on the Vision of Isaiah Isaiah 6:1-8 1In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the LORD seated on a throne, high and exalted, and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him were seraphs, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Struggling With Life Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Mar 7, 2001

Life’s struggles lessen as we listen to God ourselves and meet the needs God’s people experience.

Struggling With Setbacks Jonah refused God’s first request to follow Him. Instead, Jonah experienced: From the book of Jonah): Shock at God’s request (1:1-3) Anger/Guilt (1:2) Bargaining (1:3, 6, 12; 2:9 - "vow") Depression (1:12; 2:4, 5, 7) Hostility (4:1-3) Only temporary acceptance of God’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beauty For Ashes

Contributed by Apostle Itoro-Obong Jacob on Feb 16, 2019

Beauty for ashes is literary replacing a rejected identity with an acceptable and celebrated tag.

Key Verse 3 “To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He might be glorified”. Beauty is the quality ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-7, Psalm 34:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Everything Changes

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Feb 22, 2007

Humility is the right response to salvation FCF: Mary’s song teaches us how to accept a gift in way that is both grown-up and gracious: namely by putting the focus back on the giver.

Long Branch Baptist Church Halfway, Virginia; est. 1786 Sunday, December 17th, 2006 Enter to Worship Announcements Prelude David Witt Meditation 2 Corinthians 5:16-19 Invocation *Opening Hymn #88 “Joy to the World” Welcome Morning Prayer *Advent Litany [See Right] *Hymn CH#622 – [See ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

Missing A Chance To Be Together

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 19, 2003

Are we loosing the art of being together? God would like us to BE TOGETHER!

HEAR THE INVITATION TO BE ---- WITH /TOGETHER/  knit together! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr.  Kyfingers@aol.com MISSING A CHANCE TO BE TOGETHER? Matthew 23:37 O, Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, HOW OFTEN WOULD I HAVE GATHERED THY ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:2, Matthew 23:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Forgiveness: If You Don't Give It...you Don't Get It Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 29, 2007

Love keeps no records of wrongs.

WARNING: This Sermon Contains Material That May Overcome Offense Series Based on John Benere’s book, The Bait of Satan Forgiveness: If You Don’t Give It...You Don’t Get It Oct. 28, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A B The paragraph is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

"One Day Of Purpose” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008

There is a difference between REPUTATION and CHARACTER.

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO Daniel 1 & Romans 12:1-2 1. Navigating through the TEENAGE YEARS has become really hard and difficult for this generation. 2. Really it seems, more than any other in history. a. The pressures, the temptations, the surroundings… all increasingly becoming harder & darker & more ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is The Potter, We Are The Clay Jeremiah 18:1-6

Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 8, 2008

Some times He has to break our worldly vessels and make us over again

HE IS THE POTTER, WE ARE THE CLAY 7-5-08 Jeremiah 18:1-6 Today I want to talk just for a little while on the fact that God is the Potter and we are the clay, some times He has to break our worldly vessels and make us over again. And I’m glad ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, Jeremiah 18:6

Denomination: Baptist

Absentminded Professor Spreads Falsehoods Regarding Science & Religion

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 24, 2014

Absentminded Professor Spreads Falsehoods Regarding Science & Religion

Throughout much of the modern era, one of the main slugfests with the draw of a Hulk Hogan and Rowdy Roddy Piper cage match of the 1980's has been the ongoing dispute between so-called science and religion Proponents of each side of the debate contend that their own viewpoint is the foundation ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Christians Get Sick

Contributed by Ronnie Floyd on Jun 19, 2013

Scripture does not minimize pursuing medical care, but it maximizes praying with faith.

At the conclusion of the service today, we are going to act upon the Word of God. Therefore, I appeal to you to listen and engage with me completely. In a few minutes, we are going to be part of God doing many miracles here today. We are going to be a part of many people: *Being healed ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Recipients Of God's Mercy Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 29, 2021

To accept God's purpose in election, we need to understand the sovereignty of God, His nature and His will for our salvation.

In Romans 9-11 Paul took the opportunity to address the thorny question of the Jews and their rejection of the gospel. • He expresses his heart for the Jewish people. He hopes they will understand the salvation of God and be saved, and yet knowing that many would reject the Messiah. This does not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:19-33, Isaiah 40:13-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible