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Faith’s Response To The Word For Optimal Profit

Contributed by James Awosina on Jul 2, 2019

To profit from the Word requires an action of faith. Reading, hearing and receiving the Word passively and superficially is of no profit to a person.

FAITH’S RESPONSE TO THE WORD FOR OPTIMAL PROFIT Hebrews 4:2 “For unto us was the gospel preached, as well as unto them: but the word preached did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that heard it” “The Word preached did not profit them…” What a fearful declaration! From the text ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:2

Denomination: Holiness

The Unthinkable

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Oct 9, 2006

In an hour when there is so much confusion, uncertainty and chaos, even Christians are doing the unthinkable.

THE UNTHINKABLE Rom 2:2 2 But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit such things. I could have titled this sermon, "The Unbelievable" but I believe that there is no depth of sin that man today is not willing to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lesson 5: Don't Remain A Baby Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 11, 2010

One of the most dangerous places to find yourself as a Christian is thinking you are more mature than you really are. This was one of the main reasons the Corinthian church had so many problems and may be a reason you are not moving forward in your walk.

I have a granddaughter, little Maya. She is our first grandchild and, of course, she is the cutest baby on planet earth. Up until now Maya has only known her mama's milk as her food. She is just starting to eat puréed foods like bananas and the like. We saw the cutest video of her and she actually ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Prevailing Power Through The Ministry Of The Word

Contributed by William Kumuyi on May 28, 2018

Feeding on strong meat makes you strong in faith, in the spirit, for spiritual warfare, on battlefield, for exploits, in prevailing prayers. God’s word is the source, foundation and basis of prevailing, supernatural power in our lives, families & ministry

“SPECTACULAR DIVINE IMPARTATION” 27th May 2018 PREVAILING POWER THROUGH THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD Hebrews 5:12-14 God’s word is the source, foundation and basis of prevailing supernatural power in our lives, families, and ministries. It is food and nourishment: food for our spirit, soul and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:12-14

Denomination: Holiness

Abiding In Christ

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Oct 31, 2008

Perhaps the greatest need for Christians today is to develop a higher spiritual discipline of abiding in Christ and His word.

Abiding in Christ: John 15:7 “If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.” – John 15:7 Perhaps the greatest need for Christians today is to develop a higher spiritual discipline of abiding in Christ and His word. Many studies show that only ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: The Curse Of The Witch Series

Contributed by David Heflin on Dec 22, 2005

This is the first of three sermons based on the Chronicles of Narnia.

The Curse of the Witch Narnia 1 12/11/05 PSCOC Introduction: Enter the magical and cursed land of Narnia. 1. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. 55 of us went to see the movie on opening night, and it was quite a treat. For two hours we were transported to the magical land of Narnia and saw ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Failure To Communicate Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 25, 2017

Much of the conflict in our lives comes from "a failure to communicate". But it isn't that we fail to make ourselves clear. The problem is often that our communication is corrupt. Do you know what that means and do you know how to fix that?

OPEN: A woman went into the office of a divorce lawyer and told him she wanted to file for divorce. “Do you have any grounds!” the judge asked. “Just two acres,” she said. “Ma’am you don’t understand. I mean do you have a grudge!” “No we don’t have a grudge, we park the car in front of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Read Or Not To Read - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 28, 2008

Part 2 of the sermon regarding spiritual discipline of Bible reading / study.

January 27, 2008 Spiritual Discipline: Bible Reading (EVE) Tonight I want to get as practical as I can. I want to try to answer some of the questions you may have which you have not asked, and maybe are uncomfortable asking, because if we were to be really honest, we don’t want many people to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Contrary Clergyman Comprehends Commision Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jul 28, 2008

Jonah is tossed overboard expecting to die but is saved by a Whale. In this verse, Jonah serves as a type of Christ in the many simalarities of these two men.

JONAH 1:17 CONTRARY CLERGYMAN COMPREHENDS COMMISSION I. CREATURE: A. Created. B. Controlled. C. Confirmed. II. CLERGYMAN: A. Compliance. B. Concealment. C. Comprehension. III. CORRELATIVES: A. Confinement. B. Contradictions. C. Commissions. Jonah has now, at last, been tossed ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Getting Rid Of The Delight Deficit Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 30, 2011

The followers of Christ are Good-News people whose lives are marked by joy.

Title: Getting Rid of the Delight Deficit Text: Luke 24:36-53 Thesis: Followers of Christ are Good-News people whose lives are marked by joy. The Season of Easter Series: When Jesus Shows Up During the Season of Easter we celebrate the resurrection of Christ as he shows up in unusual and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-53

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Abide In Me"

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 9, 2003

I need thy presence Every passing hour; What but thy grace Can foil the tempter’s power? Who like thyself My guide and stay can be? Through cloud and sunshine Oh, abide with me. by William Monk, Abide With Me” (1861)

Abide in Me (John 15:7) Recently someone sent me a very meaningful sympathy card following my Mother’s funeral that comforted my heart. The card merely contained the words to the great hymn Abide with me, Fast falls the eventide. The darkness deepens; Lord, with me abide. When other helpers ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rooting For Yourself Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 11, 2010

Every action we take has consequences for where we end up - so where we plant our lives is critical.

“Renewable Energy: Rooting for Yourself” Psalm 1 Barb and I have discovered that where we plant a tree in our yard makes all the difference in whether or not it grows into maturity and productivity. This is so because some of our yard is good soil and some of it is thick clay; good ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Believe Week 13 - Bible Study Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 16, 2015

Believe week 14 focuses on Bible Study.

Believe - 13 - Bible Study January 11, 2015 Psalm 1:1-3 Most Americans don’t read very much. One poll states that in the past 12 months 41% of the people had not read a fiction book. 42% had not read a non-fiction book. And 28% have not read 1 book. I won’t ask for a show of hands, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 1

Contributed by Kelsey Coleman on Aug 6, 2004

An expository sermon on Psalm chapter 1.

I do not claim to be original in this sermon. I got alot of information from other sources including sermons from Sermon Central. Psalm Chapter 1 Introduction: Read Psalm 1:1-6 The Psalm begins with the phrase, “Blessed is the man” or “Happy is the man.” We all want happiness. But some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 5, 2012

Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, so live your life with confidence. Be confident that your faith is useful, your witness is true, your sins are gone, your loved ones are safe, and you are truly blessed as a believer in Jesus Christ.

Some time ago, a cartoon appeared in Leadership Journal that shows a couple leaving church and shaking hands with the pastor. The man says to the pastor, “You're in a rut, Reverend. Every time I come here, you preach about the Resurrection.” (Wendell Simons, The Best Cartoons from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free