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Philippians And Stress 3: Eliminating Istress Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 26, 2020

Some stress is an "I problem"--especially stress in the church. Jesus helps us get over our focus on our own needs.

PHILIPPIANS AND STRESS: DITCHING iStress—Philippians 1:27-2:18 Have you ever thought about how much stress comes from our own self-centeredness? At work, people are always asking: Am I successful, valued, getting ahead? In marriage: Am I getting my way? Am I finding fulfillment? Am I getting ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Liberation Of Peter From Prison Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Mar 18, 2021

God works a miracle opening physical doors for Peter. The miracle you need may not be physical doors, but God can open all doors according to His will.

We continue our study of doors in the Bible. We have studied: • God shutting the door of the Ark • The figurative open door of opportunity to the church of Philadelphia • Jesus symbolically being the Door to Salvation • We are to choose to enter the door to the narrow road to Heaven • Today we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Stressed Out By Stress

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 27, 2020

One of the greatest truths of Christianity is God's promise to always be with the Born-Again Christian in every situation and circumstance of life. This is one truth that is known, yet somehow is hard to truly believe!

"Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation." (Isaiah 12:2 NIV) A Harris Poll taken for the American Psychiatric Association (Stress in America Survey 1/2012) discovered that 81% of women say ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:2, James 1:19-20, Ephesians 4:26, Matthew 5:43-45, Lamentations 3:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Longer An Outcast

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Aug 31, 2020

Your story doesn’t have to end with rejections, trauma, and the abuses you’ve suffered in the past.

NO LONGER AN OUTCAST "1 Now Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty man of valor, but he was the son of a harlot; and Gilead begot Jephthah. 2 Gilead’s wife bore sons; and when his wife’s sons grew up, they drove Jephthah out, and said to him, “You shall have no inheritance in our father’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:14-18, Psalm 27:10, Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beatitudes Of Christ (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 25, 2021

While many of the blessings Jesus speaks of appear to be contradictions, we must remember that God’s economy is much different than ours. The world views blessings based upon circumstances or material possessions. The Lord speaks of blessing in regard to our relationship with Him.

The Basis of Blessing (Part 2) Matthew 5: 3-12 Today I would like to continue our study on the passage that is commonly referred to as the Beatitudes. Remember this is a Latin term that literally means “happiness or bliss.” Our Lord uses the word blessed nine times in this discourse. He is clearly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

So Great A Salvation - The Way Of Salvation Is Finished!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 7, 2021

The plan of Salvation was complete. The battles have been fierce, the war had been long, and Satan would suffer his final defeat. It is finished was the victory cry of Jesus.

John 19:28 “After this, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, saith, I thirst. 29 Now there was set a vessel full of vinegar: and they filled a spunge with vinegar, and put it upon hyssop, and put it to his mouth. 30 When Jesus therefore had ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30, Hebrews 2:3

Denomination: Methodist

Jerusalem- Fruit Bearing Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 28, 2023

This is the 33rd Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#33] JERUSALEM- FRUIT BEARING Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem. Matthew 23:37 I was driving to Lubbock when I saw a Church sign that caught my attention- “God is looking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, Mark 11:12-25, Galatians 5:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Fulfilment Of His Promise PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore and understand God's unwavering faithfulness and His steadfast presence in our lives, as demonstrated through His promises and their fulfillment.

Good morning, church family! Do you know what's more reliable than the rising sun, more constant than the North Star, and more dependable than gravity? It's the faithfulness of our God in keeping His promises. As Jerry Bridges once said, "The promises of the Bible are nothing more than God’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:7-16

Topics: God's Presence, God's Promises

Warning To The Rich And Patience In Suffering PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Warn against the dangers of wealth and self-indulgence, while encouraging patience and perseverance in the face of suffering, as we await the Lord's return and judgment.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the book of James. In James 5:1-12, we find a warning for the rich, an encouragement for those suffering, and a reminder of God's judgment on the wicked. As we begin to unpack these verses, let's keep in mind this thought ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12

Topics: Warning, Patience

Wounded Hands Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 18, 2026

The "wounded hands" primarily refer to the crucifixion scars of Jesus Christ. It symbolises his ultimate sacrifice. His ands are stretched out towards you.

Ash Wednesday 2026 Theme: Wounded Hands Text: Zechariah 13:1-6 Text: “And one shall say unto him, What are these wounds in thine hands? Then he shall answer, Those with which I was wounded in the house of my friends” (Zechariah 13:6). Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever! ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

I Feel Like Praising God Series: Part 2 This Is Why I Feel Like Praising God.

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Feb 19, 2026

It’s always good to praise God, but here’s the reason why I praise God.

I Feel Like Praising God Part 2 This Is Why I Feel Like Praising God. We’re staying in Zephaniah chapter 3, but this time we are going to read verse 18–20. THE TEXT (Zephaniah 3:18–20) I will gather them that are sorrowful for the solemn assembly. Behold, at that time I will undo all that ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The First Dream Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Feb 23, 2026

The 5th in a series on the Book of Daniel

Daniel: The First Dream (5) Text: Daniel 2:31-49 If you will, please take your Bibles and open them up to Daniel chapter 2. Now if you missed last Sunday, I’ll give you a quick re-cap as you’re turning there, but I urge you to go back and watch the sermon on YouTube, and also, to read through ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:31-49, Matthew 4:17-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Courage Is Greater Than Gossip Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore Jesus' teachings on handling conflict and sin within the church community, emphasizing the importance of direct confrontation over gossip, and the role of courage and kindness in this process.

Hello Church! Today we are going to talk about the kingdom of God and the counterculture lifestyle Jesus leads us into. Jesus leads us out of established beliefs and relational patterns and into a completely new way of living and loving. The kingdom of God is revolutionary. Revolutions bring about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Topics: Conflict Resolution, Courageous Kindness, Rejecting Gossip

The Christian Worker (Col. 3:22–4:1) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015

Exposition of Col. 3:22–4:1

The Christian Worker “Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to win their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord. Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Freedom From Hurt Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 3, 2021

The HURT that we experience in life by other people longs to enslave us and become our master, this MSG is about how we can find freedom.

Finding Freedom From Hurt OKAY – so we are in this series, Finding Freedom in a world that seeks to bind us. It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. – Galatians 5:1 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ