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A Fresh Vision

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 5, 2014

On the day of Pentecost Peter declared that Dreams and Visions would be part of the foundation of the church. This message looks at why vision is so vital for churches.

We are not drunk! Interesting way to start a conversation but that’s basically how today’s scripture begins. And if you are going to start a conversation by telling people that you aren’t drunk it’s safe to assume that at least some of the folks you are talking to thought ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Whose Report Will You Believe?

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 17, 2024

God has spoken great things about you. Another voice also speaks, Satan the discourager, who will tell you it's too hard to serve the Lord & that God doesn't work with people like he did in Bible days. You must choose: whose report will you believe?

WHOSE REPORT WILL YOU BELIEVE? Numbers 13:25-33 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Abraham bought himself a fancy new computer and was showing it to Isaac one day. "Look at all the wonderful programs it has on it. And look at all the neat things it can do." 2. Isaac was impressed but a little ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:25-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Burned Out Christian Series

Contributed by Jacob Burdette on Dec 4, 2023

A look at Christians who are burned out.

The Burned-Out Christian If you have your Bible, please open it to 2 Timothy 1. Three boys at school were bragging about their fathers. The first boy says, “My Dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, he then calls it a poem, they give him $50.00.” The second boy says, “That’s nothing, My ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-8

The Praying Postures And Patterns

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014

Prayer is a part of our worship and communion with God. He is not interested with our half-hazard or muttered words. He needs our sincere fellowship. He is never tired of hearing you.

“He cast himself down upon the earth, and put his face between His knees” (1 Kings 18:42) Some of the praying postures being practiced and used by people include; a.SITTING; Someone can sit down, focus his heart on the Lord and still communicate properly to God. This is mainly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:42

Denomination: Anglican

The Wicked Wicked. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Jul 3, 2014

We live in a very wicked world which will soon be united under the Wicked One, who will foolishly oppose God and thus meet his doom, along with all who follow him.

Intro: 1.The word “wicked” is used 5 times in Psalm 10, it means “Morally wrong, bad, wicked, guilty, oppressor, apostate. It is an objective fact rather than a subjective phenomenon, point to the attitudes and intentions of people. Raw-shaw connotes turbulence, restlessness, what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Path We Follow

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 27, 2002

It doesn’t matter where or whatever means God uses to give us His vision for our lives, only that we do what we can with what He equips us for.

Sermon Title: The Path We Follow Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:10-13 Bethel Christian Church - Eddyville Date: October 15, 2000 Scripture Introduction: I am excited as we continue on in this first epistle of Peter. In the previous section we saw how even as long-time residents we can suddenly find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-13

Denomination: *other

When The Odds Are Against You

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 29, 2002

When God gets involved, words such as "likely" and "unlikely" don’t apply.

(Note: the title comes from a message by Rick Warren; however, the sermon itself is original) What are the odds of the Cleveland Browns playing in the Super Bowl this year? They’re about 1-in-15, according to the Las Vegas bookmakers, with a 1-in-20 chance of actually winning the big game. That’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

I Came To Fulfill The Law And The Prophets Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 16, 2009

A look at why Jesus came to earth in His own words

SERIES: WHAT JESUS SAID ABOUT WHY HE CAME “I CAME TO FULFILL THE LAW AND THE PROPHETS” MATTHEW 5:17-20 INTRODUCTION A young boy was bitterly disappointed at not being cast as Joseph in his church’s nativity play. He was given the minor role of the innkeeper instead. Throughout the weeks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Have You Made A Road Today?

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Nov 8, 2008

Concerning the importance of accomplishing something in the spiritual life everyday.

1 Samuel 27:10 KJV And Achish said, Whither have ye made a road to day? And David said, Against the south of Judah, and against the south of the Jerahmeelites, and against the south of the Kenites. I. INTRODUCTION -- THE SMALL THINGS OF LIFE -It has been said that the greatest things of life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is With Us.

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 18, 2002

A Advent/christmas sermon that discusses how God is with us today!!!!

MT 1:20 But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, "Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. 21 She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Recover From Spiritual Victory Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Mar 19, 2008

Satan’s fiercest attacks often come in those moments when we are basking in our spiritual victories; when our strength is exhausted and our defenses are down. Elijah helps us to find ways to overcome those moments of great temptation.

Title: How To Recover From Spiritual Victory Series: God Uses Broken Vessels Text: 1 Kings 19 Introduction It was the final hole of the 1961 Masters tournament, and Arnold Palmer had a one-stroke lead and had just hit a very satisfying tee shot. He felt he was in pretty good shape. As he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Hold On To The Holy Bible

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 25, 2013

Keep holding on to the Word of God! 1. Because it is the surest source of truth (vs. 16-19). 2. Because it will be a shining light for your life (vs. 19). 3. Because it came from God's Spirit (vs. 20-21).

Hold on to the Holy Bible 2 Peter 1:19-21 (Initial reading: vs. 16-21) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 24, 2013 *Robert Leroe asks a good question: "Has the bookmark in your Bible moved lately?" (1) *Verse 19 tells us that we would do well to "take heed" to God's Word. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Listen To Jesus!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 2, 2011

The Transfiguration. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The context. (1). The change (vs 2-3). (2). The company (vs 4-6). (3). The cloud (verses 5-7). (4). The command (verse 7). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Fed up with people telling him he was going deaf; • A man went to get his hearing tested, • After examining the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Brethren

Behaving Badly... But Jesus Is Coming! Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Dec 1, 2014

Realizing our alienation from God reminds us of our need for mercy and grace... in Jesus.

20141130 the 1st Sunday in Advent B Web Site Title: Behaving Badly… but Jesus is Coming Text: Isaiah 64:1-9 Thesis: Realizing our alienation from God because of our sinfulness reminds us of our need for God’s mercy and grace… in Jesus. Introduction Americans have a reputation ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

'where Does Your Help Come From?'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 8, 2021

'Where Does Your Help Come From?' - Psalm 121 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The God of creation is BEFORE me (vs 1-2). (2). The eyes of God of are UPON me (vs 3-4). (4). The care of God is AROUND me (vs 5-6) (3). The presence of God is BESIDE me (vs 7-8) SERMON BODY: Ill: • What do these objects have in common? • (I will be amazed if you can guess ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Brethren