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Blind Man Healed

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on Jul 27, 2018

In Mark 10, we find the story of blind Bartimaeus who was miraculously healed by Jesus. What lessons can we learn from his example?

“Now they came to Jericho. As He went out of Jericho with His disciples and a great multitude, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the road begging. And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” Then many warned him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Charismatic

Slaves On Horseback

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Aug 11, 2018

God is in the business of turn lives around

Today, the Lord gives me an opportunity to tell you the story of some people who began one way but ended another way. By the time you understand the stories, your spirit will be lifted and you will appreciate the fact that, when God turns the wheel around for a person, situations change for the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Importance Of God's Family Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 21, 2016

Jesus offers a definitive spiritual truth that being a part of God's family is critical. It shows the world who we belong to, and if we belong to God, we will hear and do what He says.

The importance of God’s Family John 8:31-47 Introduction - Conversations continue: people to Jesus to the people - They’ve questions on validity of His power - Read John 8:31-47 / Pray ∆ Point 1 – Importance of Family - Abraham doesn’t save -- V32 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healing Inspires Evangelism PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

Explores healing, faith, and evangelism, and how they apply to modern Christian life.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters. What a blessing it is to see you all gathered here today, under the shelter of God's love and in the fellowship of His saints. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Father in heaven has deemed it fit to gather us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Topics: Healing, Servanthood, Evangelism

The Hitchikers Guide To The Church

Contributed by John Gullick on Jul 28, 2018

A sermon that attempts to explore just what the church is meant to be in the modern age.

The hitch hikers guide to the church. From the 1970’s all kind of hitchhikers books emerged guiding people around Europe, new Zealand and darkest Africa – There was also a radio series called The hitchhikers guide to the galaxy which follows the destruction of earth as we know it. At the end of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Can't Bless Idle Worship

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Oct 27, 2001

A message on the elements of true worship.

God Can’t Bless Idle Worship Luke 7:36-50 Introduction: Richard Roney is Chief of Chaplain Services at the VA Medical Center in Marion, Illinois. He reminds pastors they aren’t the only ones who hear excuses about not attending church; as a hospital chaplain, he’s heard more than his share: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Live The Christian Life?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Sep 7, 2023

Last week I preached on HOW YOU CAN KNOW YOU ARE SAVED!!! Today I want to follow up on that sermon and preach on HOW YOU CAN LIVE THE CHRISTIAN LIFE

Acts 1:1-8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. Notice especially these words in this verse of scripture. After we are saved God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Joy

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004

Explains that we can have joy even in bad situations because of trust in God, our hope in His future, and by the Holy Spirit.

Christian Joy Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Introduction: We know that God has provided peace for us—and desires for us to experience peace. Likewise, God has provided joy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Survive Life's Storms Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Jan 6, 2009

Final sermon in the "Being the Church" series, focusing on why bad things happen in our lives and how we can overcome them.

Stephen N. Collins Millville – 9/28/08 Being the Church How to Survive Life’s Storms Scripture: Acts 27 Icebreaker: Good news, bad news for a pastor: Good News: You baptized seven people today in the river. Bad News: You lost two of them in the swift current. Good News: The Women’s Guild voted ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-40

Denomination: Church Of God

Be Still; God Reigns

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 13, 2008

No matter how bad seems to be getting in the world that surrounds us, we (Christians) can remain at peace knowing that our God reigns.

Be Still; God Reigns Psalm 46:1-11 Intro Most scholars believe this psalm was composed in the aftermath of God’s delivering the Israelites from Sennacherib’s army. This deliverance occurred after the siege of Jerusalem that ended when the angel of the Lord killed 185,000 Assyrian soldiers in one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Mental Health In The Proverbs: The Weight Of Anxiety Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 15, 2025

Anxiety in a person’s heart is a weight, and a bad word increases the weight. Reacting to someone’s anxiety wisely can lighten their burden.

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE PROVERBS: THE WEIGHT OF ANXIETY PROVERBS 12:25 #mentalhealth READ PROVERBS 12:25 (ESV) Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad. ILLUSTRATION… A WHOLE LOTTA NUMBERS Globally, approximately 275 million people, or about 3.5% of the world ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Of New Beginnings

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2025

God is a God of new beginnings. No matter how bad a situation seems, He can turn it around and make all things new.

THE GOD OF NEW BEGINNINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:19 "Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert." Supporting Texts: Genesis 1:1-3, Lamentations 3:22-23, 2 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19, Genesis 1:1-3, Lamentations 3:22-23, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Joel 2:25-26, Revelation 21:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Adapt The Delivery, Not The Message Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 2, 2013

The stark message of the Gospel must be delivered in ways that will be heard by modern humans.

Monday of 3rd Week in Lent Gaudium et Spes Adapting the Delivery, Not the Message Those commentators who are not very familiar with the documents of Vatican II, but who count themselves experts on the “spirit” of Vatican II frequently see the Council as creating a break with the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:24-30

Denomination: Catholic

How Can We Live As God's Children?

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jan 14, 2003

Because of God’s covenant of grace believers are called to live separate and holy lives.

"14 Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? 15 What harmony is there between Christ and Belial? What does a believer have in common with an unbeliever? 16 What agreement is there between ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Can I Know I Am Saved?

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 16, 2014

Where does assurance of salvation come from?

Can I KNOW I am Saved? Romans 3:19-26 Recently, I became aware of a conversation which was going on within our church and it caused me to have some concern. For years, I have sought to give instruction in sound theology and have tried to introduce deep theological principles which are important ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational