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Making Better Choices Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 8, 2015

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A comment my mother made frequently when we were kids with this: “a woman’s work is never done.” My mother worked in a doctor’s office all day, took care of our home and paid most of our bills on her own.

“Making Better Choices” Luke 10:38-42 A comment my mother made frequently when we were kids with this: “a woman’s work is never done.” My mother worked in a doctor’s office all day, took care of our home and paid most of our bills on her own. So she had a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Ready Or Not Here I Come

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 20, 2015

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My Favorite childhood game has always been) Hide and go Seek, When I Knew I Was in my best hiding place I Loved to hear thoseWords: Ready or not here I Come. One day Very Soon The trumpet of God is going to Sound and Ready or Not Jesus Is COMING.

When I was a kid there was 2 Games that were my favorite games of all, One was a twist on the traditional freeze tag ( we played-it the same with one twist ) you had to tackle each other in order to freeze them) They weren't froze until you took them down to the ground. We sure tore Up alot of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

What To Do When You Are Running On Fumes

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 29, 2021

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My wife as soon as her gas tank hits half a tank, she says it’s time to get gas but me on the other hand will drive my truck till I nearly run out of gas. Being tired and weary is a physical symptom that indicates the body needs rest and refreshment.

What to do when you are running on fumes! By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - My wife as soon as her gas tank hits half a tank, she says it’s time to get gas but me on the other hand will drive my truck till I nearly run out of gas. My gas gage will say empty, but I have on my dash an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1, John 4:6-8, 1 Samuel 7:15-17, 1 Samuel 8:6, 1 Samuel 10:1 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

Steps To Revival

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Apr 6, 2008

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A sermon preached prior to revival services, the outline was in the margins of my Bible and i’m not sure where i came up with it from so i built upon it.

Steps to Revival 2 Chronicles 14:1-6 (use NIV) Intro: How can you tell when you need revival? One person suggested that it becomes evident when it affects your hymn singing. Here are some examples: • We sing "Sweet Hour of Prayer" and are content with 5-10 minutes. • We sing "Onward Christian ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Story From One Ancient Guy

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 21, 2007

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The christmas story from the shepherd’s viewpoint giving hope for all people.

Would you give some time to an old man? I have seen lots of things in my life but what I am about to share, if I did not experience it myself, I am not sure if I’d believe it myself. But let me share about my background first. My life revolves around my work and let me tell ya, it can be quite ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Is It Worth To You? Ph. 3: 7-11

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 3, 2013

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We live in a world where the value of something is determined by supply and demand. Most people are oblivious to the true value of something, because our judgment is greatly influenced by some marketing strategy. Adapted from a sermon by Dana Chau.

We live in a world where the value of something is determined by supply and demand. Most people are oblivious to the true value of something, because our judgment is greatly influenced by some marketing strategy. My background is auto repair and after 36 years in the business and watching other ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Am I To Do? Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Sep 4, 2020

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And I can tell you that in 2020, that question “what am I to do” keeps popping up for me. It is a recurring question in my life as Pastor of Bala Chitto Baptist Church.

INTRODUCTION If you are like me, you probably have asked yourself the question, “WHAT AM I TO DO?” many times over the span of your lifetime. You know those times when that question comes to your mind. Times when you find yourself in a situation where you are over your head, you don’t know which ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1: Preparing For The Fight Series

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Nov 1, 2019

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I was raised NOT to fight. My Father told me since I was knee-high that fighting was wrong and that I would get a “whoopin’” if he ever found out that I had been fighting.

The first fight I ever had was unofficial if you will and it was between a local farm-boy and myself. I was defeated, although it took awhile, and I ended up with two black eyes and some swelling to my jaw. I never asked for the fight but it happened and I was ill-prepared to defend ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-28, 1 Timothy 6:12-21

Denomination: *other

From Distress To Deliverance: Finding Peace In God Psalm 120:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 29, 2024

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Our hearts are often burdened by the trials and tribulations of life. In the midst of our distress, we seek solace and deliverance. Our journey begins with Psalm 120:1, where the Psalmist cries out, "I took my troubles to the Lord; I cried out to him, and he answered my prayer."

From Distress to Deliverance: Finding Peace in God Psalm 120:1 Introduction: Our hearts are often burdened by the trials and tribulations of life. In the midst of our distress, we seek solace and deliverance. Our journey begins with Psalm 120:1, where the Psalmist cries out, "I took my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 120:1, Psalm 18:6, Psalm 34:17, Matthew 11:28, Psalm 118:5, Psalm 34:4, Isaiah 41:10, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Philippians 4:6-7, John 16:33, Romans 15:13, John 14:27 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Of Enough (Part 2)

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on May 27, 2021

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"God is all that you need" A thousand times YES! We no longer rely on our strength, we are no longer afraid of our weaknesses because we know His Word Declares: "... My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”...2. Cor. 12:9.

I am supercharged by the influence of the anointing of the Holy Ghost welling up from the inside of me. Last night, I had an awesome experience of the presence of the Holy Ghost; FLAMES OF GLORY engulfed my entire being. What a blissful experience; As I stood out there in the realms of the ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:1, Luke 1:37, Exodus 14:1-11

Denomination: *other

Between A Rock Ad A Hard Place Series

Contributed by John L Jefferson on Sep 21, 2025

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My brothers and sisters, the story of Israel at the Red Sea is not just their story — it is our story. They were a people who had been in bondage for over 400 years, crying out to God for deliverance. And God raised up a leader, Moses, who stood toe to toe with Pharaoh and said, “Let my people go.”

Between a Rock and a Hard Place Text: Exodus 14:1–14 ________________________________________ Introduction Isn’t it funny how we are constantly living in the past...? Isn’t it funny how we concentrate on how things used to be, what we used to have… What we used to do…? Memories are good to have… ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Down Racial Walls

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Mar 12, 2006

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I told my neighbor that I was Italian and Puerto Rican. She said, “The Italian side is the good side.” How can we break down racial walls? I have three ideas.

Breaking Down Racial Walls Mark 7:24-30 I told my neighbor that I was Italian and Puerto Rican. She said, “The Italian side is the good side.” Imagine how I felt. Where does racism, prejudice, bigotry come from? God to Samuel: Man looks on the outward appearance, but God looks on the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Transformational Thinking”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 11, 2025

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What we think determines what and who we are. It’s not our background, heredity, or environment. It’s what we choose to think about that has the greatest influence upon our lives. In this message we'll look at our need to look at God's Goodness, God's Greatness, and God's Nearness.

“Transformational Thinking” Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V90drtxMwkk Our minds are an amazing creation of God. They handle billions of informational bites, and process 800 memories a second. No computer will ever compare with the mind’s computing power. And what’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, Genesis 50:20, Psalm 31:19, Romans 8:28, Psalm 69:14-16, Jeremiah 32:27, Psalm 112:1-4 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

The Better Blood Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 31, 2002

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The Bible tells us that "without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins." Blood is the cleansing agent. But why should blood purify my soul?

A woman once wrote that at a garage sale she had spotted a handsome antique copper kettle for only $2.50. It was badly tarnished, so she asked the woman running the sale if the discoloration would come out. She cheerfully offered to try some copper cleaner on it and disappeared with it into ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marvelous Faith

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 26, 2001

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A Pastoral Care message based on the text’s narrative challenging God’s people in my care to put their faith in Jesus into practice.

Topic: Faith Theme: Practical Faith Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to put their faith in Jesus into practice. Response: Individuals will indicate their desire to grow in the practice of their faith by requesting a “NEXT STEPS” handout. Pattern: A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

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