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Flesh Vs Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023

Encourages Christians to rely on the Holy Spirit to overcome their sinful nature, emphasizing the constant struggle and victory in Christ.

Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today to share in the divine wisdom of God's holy word. We are all too familiar with the tug-of-war that rages within us, a battle between our human desires and the divine call. It's the age-old struggle between the flesh and the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Topics: Battle, Within

Jesus: The Same, Yesterday, Today, And Forever PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 19, 2023

Explores the unchanging nature of Jesus Christ and the implications of His constancy and faithfulness for our lives and faith journey.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I am so glad to see each and every one of you here today. There's a warmth in this room, a sense of community, a feeling of shared purpose that makes this place more than just a building. It's a family, it's a home, it's a sanctuary. And it's in this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8

Topics: Faithfulness

Hungry And Thirsty For What? Series

Contributed by Bev Sesink on Oct 23, 2016

An explanation of Matthew 5:6 how we can rightly hunger and thirst for righteousness instead of what we naturally hunger and thirst for.

Hungry and Thirsty For What? Matthew 5:6 Sunday October 23, 2016 Today we continue in the series the Upside Down Kingdom with a focus on The Beatitudes found in Matthew 5. As we begin I thought I would start with a short quiz to see how much you may remember of the beatitudes we have covered so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: *other

Pergamum - The Compromizing Church Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 10, 2003

The inland city of Pergamum was located about fifty-five miles north of Smyrna, along the fertile valley of the Caicus River. It was built on the southern slope of a hill that rises almost one thousand feet from the surrounding plain that provided both b

THE REVELATION OF JESUS PERGAMUM - THE COMPROMISING CHURCH Revelation 2: 12-17 The inland city of Pergamum was located about fifty-five miles north of Smyrna, along the fertile valley of the Caicus River. It was built on the southern slope of a hill that rises almost one thousand feet from ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Like Ezekiel, We Are Also Called

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 21, 2006

We are called to give God the best of our talents, a fair amount of time and a tenth or more of our gross income. Have we turned our backs on God? Will we get to mourn our misfortune along the banks of a foreign river?

July 23 2006 --- 7th Sunday after Pentecost ---- Ezekiel 2:1-5 Grace Mercy and peace from God the Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The prophet Ezekiel is the type of man that I enjoy reading about. He lived during a time of international upheaval. The balance of power in the area ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

"Building Bridges" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 16, 2008

This sermon begins with the building of the suspension bridge across the Niagara River by James Roebling. I then pick up the theme of the spiritually lost who followed Cain to Enochville Only God could build a bridge for lost humanity. He did it through

In Jesus Holy Name April 20,2008 Easter IV Series: O.T. Challenges Redeemer Genesis 4:25-26 “Building Bridges” This is the fourth message in our series: O.T. Challenges. In Genesis chapters 1-3 we saw Adam and Eve sharing a life of perfect love and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:25-26

Denomination: Lutheran

We Have Not Been This Way Before

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 16, 2016

Book of Joshua is about faith. The Israelites had approached the Jordan River in transition from wandering in a desert to dwelling in a new land. Greater blessings awaited them but with greater battles. Victory comes to God when His people trust and obey.

2016: WE HAVE NOT PASSED THIS WAY BEFORE JOSHUA 3: 1 Early in the morning Joshua and all the Israelites set out from Shittim and went to the Jordan, where they camped before crossing over. 2 After three days the officers went throughout the camp, 3 giving orders to the people: “When you see ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Charismatic

Seven Times Down

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 18, 2022

Naaman was commanded to dip in the Jordan River seven times. He finally did and was healed of his leprosy. But beforehand, he put up quite a fight. His preconceptions about how God works, and his pride, both got in the way.

Many years ago, I attended Shoutfest, which is a Christian music festival held in Somerset, Kentucky; and I heard a new band perform called “Seven Times Down,” which I thought was really good. The band got its name from the passage of Scripture that we’re going to look at this morning. I liked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Gift Of Naaman

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 4, 2023

This verse reveals a lot about Gehazi. Gehazi has seen Naaman’s gift, but he has not seen the curse or the leprous nature attached to Naaman’s gift.

But Gehazi, the servant of Elisha the man of God, said, “Look, my master has spared Naaman this Syrian, while not receiving from his hands what he brought; but as the Lord lives, I will run after him and take something from him”. 2 Kings 5:20 This verse reveals a lot about Gehazi. Gehazi has seen ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:20, 2 Kings 5:21

Doubt Part-Two Series

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Oct 30, 2019

We learned that doubt is a part of our human psyche, it’s human nature to doubt. Healthy skepticism and questioning is what keeps us from being easily misled, deceived, manipulated and led astray. Natural doubt many of times assists us to make rational judgments as to a matter or circumstance.

Last week we began our study on doubt. We learned that doubt is a part of our human psyche, a part of our daily life, it’s human nature to doubt. Healthy skepticism and questioning is what keeps us from being easily misled, deceived, manipulated and led astray. Natural doubt many of times assists ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:23, James 1:5-8, Matthew 21:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Baptism Of Jesus Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the counterintuitive nature of God's ways as demonstrated in the baptism of Jesus, where the Trinity is revealed, and encourages the church to submit to Jesus' leadership.

Hello church! Did you know that in the New Testament God speaks audibly only three times? I’m referring to God the Father. He speaks out loud where more than one person heard him exactly three times. And guess what? Each time it’s the same message: he is confirming the identity of Jesus as his Son. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Topics: Baptism Of Jesus, Divine Presence, Fulfilling Righteousness

The Love Deal

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 18, 2009

Our society confuses LOVE and LUST. Unlike lust, God’s kind of love is directed toward others, not inward toward ourselves. This kind of love goes against our natural inclinations. It is natural to love them that love us, but it is supernatural to love th

Opening illustration: Newspaper columnist and minister George Crane tells of a wife who came into his office full of hatred toward her husband. "I do not only want to get rid of him, I want to get even. Before I divorce him, I want to hurt him as much as he has me." Dr. Crane suggested an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heavenly Signs For 2017

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

On Monday, August 21, 2017, all of North America will be treated to an eclipse of the sun. Anyone within the path of totality can see one of nature’s most awe inspiring sights a total solar eclipse. We ask ourselves is this a Heavenly Sign of the Times?

Heavenly Signs for 2017 We are about to experience two amazing astronomical events over the course of the summer. Events many believe are prophetic Signs of the Times. According to NASA… "On Monday, August 21, 2017, all of North America will be treated to an eclipse of the sun. Anyone within ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 12:1-6, Revelation 12:1-6, 2 Peter 3:10-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Voice Of The Lord

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

With displays of the power of nature, it seems appropriate to turn to Scripture to provide us with lessons from nature’s storms. You may not have had to face hurricanes lately, but all of us have, and will, face our share of storms in our lives.

Psalm 29 The Voice of the Lord 11/21/04 D. Marion Clark Introduction I first preached this sermon to my congregation in Florida. At that time two hurricanes had struck the state – Hurricane Charley, then hurricane Frances, which passed over our community. Florida had never been hit by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Critiquing The Critic Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 8, 2012

Speaking in condemning, critical ways seems to be second nature to us. However, James gives us reason and instruction to prevent this sinful behavior.

1. “No New Taxes” Illustration Who said, “Read my lips. No new taxes”? "Read my lips: no new taxes" is the famous phrase spoken by then presidential candidate George H. W. Bush at the 1988 Republican National Convention as he accepted the nomination on August 18th. Written ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ