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  • Huddled Behind Closed Doors

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 14, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,057 views

    Today, many are huddled behind closed doors, fearing the dreadful disease - Coronavirus.

    Message/Devotion April 19, 2020 John 20:19-31 Huddled Behind Closed Doors As I read today’s gospel message, it was abundantly clear to me that today masses of people are huddled behind closed doors due to the COVID 19 pandemic. Some are in a self-imposed lockdown. Some are in a lockdown ...read more

  • Jesus Our Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 16, 2014
     | 7,907 views

    The book of Hebrews is all about Jesus!

    SIMPLY JESUS Jesus Our Sacrifice Hebrews 9:1-28 INTRODUCTION -When we look up into the evening sky we see…well, usually we see rain…but for the sake of the illustration we see all these little stars twinkling above us. -And though we see them we know that there is much more out there ...read more

  • A Sacrifice Should Cost

    Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Feb 5, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,486 views

    Sometimes we feel that life is spinning out of control. In order to receive a spiritual breakthrough we might have to make a sacrifice, and a sacrifice must cost us something; for we can’t cheat the Lord and expect Him to bless us for it.

    Our message this evening is entitled, “A Sacrifice Should Cost.” A “sacrifice” is defined as “an offering made to God . . . as an acknowledgement of His power and provision.” It’s also defined as “surrender or loss made or incurred for gaining some object, or for obliging another.”(1) Based on ...read more

  • Building A Life Of Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,242 views

    Growing in the area of sacrifice

    Building a Life of Sacrifice 2 Corinthians 8:1-9 "Therefore, as ye abound in every thing, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all diligence, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also." 2 Cor. 8:7 (KJV) A church member of Rick Warren's tell the following story. Bob ...read more

  • Worship Through Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 9, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,739 views

    Sometimes God calls us to sacrifice for Him, when He does we know that the blessing will be greater than the sacrifice.

    Today we are continuing to our series as worship. We’re taking a look at worship through the events of Christmas. I hope you’ve been enjoying the devotionals we prepared though the week. If you don’t have a copy there are a few left in the back. Also if you want to take one to ...read more

  • The Message Behind The Tower Of Babel Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 6, 2001
    based on 180 ratings
     | 80,025 views

    The Tower of Babel is not merely an explanation of language changes, but there are four key areas we learn from this account that applies to our Christian culture today.

    Tower of Babel Genesis 11: 1 Now the whole earth had one language and one speech. 2 And it came to pass, as they journeyed from the east, that they found a plain in the land of Shinar, and they dwelt there. 3 Then they said to one another, "Come, let us make bricks and bake them thoroughly." They ...read more

  • The Vision Behind Our Purpose Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Apr 4, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,573 views

    What is a church’s vision to accomplish its purpose? How do we accomplish God’s plan? Do we see the need? Do we respond with concern? Do we respond with action?

    INTRODUCTION For the past several months, we have been involved in discussions, research, and prayer regarding the Future of this Church. In 2 Business Meetings, you approved and asked the leadership to determine the feasibility of moving. First, I want to thank you for your cooperation, ...read more

  • "Get Behind Me, Satan"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 1, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,991 views

    A sermon about the cross-centered life.

    Mark 8:27-38 “Get Behind Me, Satan” I’ve read that marketing firms have now learned how to make money from churches. One congregation sent a glossy advertisement out describing their “casual, creative, contemporary church.” They listed five reasons for people to ...read more

  • #14 The Holy Spirit Compels Us Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 11, 2015
     | 7,774 views

    This message speaks about the wrong methods of motivating people to serve God, the wrong motives in serving God, and how the Holy Spirit compels us with the right motives to serve God

    The Holy Spirit Compels Us Introduction: Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 5:9-15, Matthew 9:37, 38 Key thoughts: There is a tremendous need for people to come to Christ. Workers are needed to bring in this harvest of people for Christ. How do we get people motivated to serve? I. Wrong Methods ...read more

  • What's Your Motivation For Obedience? Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Oct 30, 2002
    based on 369 ratings
     | 51,487 views

    Why do you obey Christ? Jesus says if you love Him you will obey Him? Is yours a "loving obedinece? Don’t answer too quickly! A look at our motives for obedience and what loving obedience to Christ and His commands really looks like.

    · One of my all time favorite cookies is an oreo. Eating an oreo cookie is an art to be perfected. Some folks give little thought to the art of eating an oreo cookie; they just eat them. Others, however, take the time to study the oreo by perfecting the art of twisting the two cookies apart to ...read more

  • How To Turn Criticisms Into Motivations

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 2,419 views

    The Lord teaches us how to use criticisms as motivations for greater godliness, holiness and maturity through the life of Paul

    How To Turn Criticisms In to Motivations (Acts 17:1-9) Illustration:How to Bury a Good Idea It will never work, We’ve never done it that way before. We’re doing fine without it. We can’t afford it. We’re not ready for it. It’s not our responsibility. Bits & Pieces, June 23, 1994, p. 10. ...read more

  • A Motivational Speech From God

    Contributed by James Jack on Jul 6, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 16,897 views

    God commands Joshua to lead his people into the promised land armed with "courage and obedience".

    I know some people who hate movies with happy endings. Their ideal is a movie where the main character dies – painfully and fruitlessly, with any luck. And they particular hate those sickeningly sweet Disney-style movies where you’ve got some hopelessly pathetic geek or incredibly inept kids ...read more

  • What Motivates You To Faithfulness?

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,929 views

    Naturally, God uses reward (heaven) and punishment (hell) as a mean of motivating us toward faithfulness. What motivates You?

    What Motivates You to Faithfulness? Theme: Working out your salvation. INTRODUCTION A. Sometimes sermons, bible studies, or written articles make “being faithful” a simple matter of fact. 1. It is true that without faith(fullness) it is impossible to please God. Heb. 11:6 2. Thus, it is essential ...read more

  • Motivated By Terror Part 1

    Contributed by Irvin Mizell on Jan 3, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,038 views

    a salvation msg. about the wrath of God against sin.

    MOTIVATED BY TERROR. By Rev. Irvin L. Mizell 2co 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad. 2co 5:11 Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; ...read more

  • Forty Motivations For Outreach Ministries

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 3, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,493 views

    Sometimes we need a little motivation and Biblical inspiration to do our best for Jesus in regards to outreach ministries. It all comes from fixing our eyes on Jesus as the author and perfecter of our faith.

    40 Motivations for Outreach Ministries (Heb. 12:1-4) By fixing our eyes on Jesus Christ we are enabled, empowered and enlightened to be energized for the outreach ministries that please the Lord and bear fruit in every good work while we increase in the knowledge of God. 1. Commission - The ...read more

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