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Guiding Young Hearts: A Parent's Duty SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Parents have the crucial role of guiding their children towards the path of righteousness. This sermon explores this responsibility and the importance of instilling spiritual values in children from a young age.

Today, we will explore the important responsibility parents have in training their children in the ways of the Lord. Proverbs 22:6 tells us to "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it." But how exactly should we go about this training? Let's delve ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Topics: Parenting, Childhood, Spiritual Growth

Finding Refuge In The Church SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A Church should be a city of refuge for those who are hurting and in need.

Today, we gather here to dedicate this building to God. After meeting in schools for over eight years, we are grateful that God has provided us with this place. As we complete the necessary work to fully occupy this building, we want to set it apart for a special purpose - as a house of God for ...read more

Topics: Church, Body Of Christ

January 6, 2021: The Attack Upon Democracy's Citadel

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jan 13, 2021

How do we explain unrest in America? The answer was given years ago on May 30, 1804, by Samuel Kendall, a preacher addressing the Massachusetts Legislature. Herein is reprinted that important sermon, largely in its entirety.

On January 6, 2021, the world witnessed the shameful spectacle of thousands of Americans storming their capitol building in an attempt to disrupt the proceedings of Congress. Many of these persons carried American flags and some displayed Christian testimonies, all convinced, apparently, of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:46-47

Denomination: United Methodist

Hypocrisy Will Be Exposed

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE FALSE CLAIMS AND EMPTY TRAPPINGS OF HYPOCRISY WILL BE EXPOSED AND CONDEMNED FOR WHAT THEY ARE This was true for the fig tree that Jesus cursed This was true for the nation Israel who rejected their Messiah This is true in our lives when we fail to produce the normal fruit of a Christian li

THE FALSE CLAIMS AND EMPTY TRAPPINGS OF HYPOCRISY WILL BE EXPOSED AND CONDEMNED FOR WHAT THEY ARE This was true for the fig tree that Jesus cursed This was true for the nation Israel who rejected their Messiah This is true in our lives when we fail to produce the normal fruit of a Christian ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jet Tour Through 2 Peter Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to 2 Peter

2 Peter - Caution INTRODUCTION: 2 Peter along with 1, 2, 3 John and Jude were all written to address the very real danger of false doctrine and false teachers in the Church. It is easy to understand why this was so necessary: (1) The NT had not yet been completed, nor widely disseminated; (2) The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Essentials For The Home

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Matt.12:25 says, “Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.

Matt.12:25 says, “Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.” In that statement, Jesus is actually defending His authority before those who said He was working by Satan’s power rather than God’s. He was simply reminding them of this argument: if He were casting out a demon by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:25

Essentials For The Home

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Matt.12:25 says, “Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.

Matt.12:25 says, “Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.” In that statement, Jesus is actually defending His authority before those who said He was working by Satan’s power rather than God’s. He was simply reminding them of this argument: if He were casting out a demon by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:25

What Is A Man To Do?

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Jun 15, 2002

The book of Deuteronomy gives father’s a get set of guidelines concerning their "job description".

What is a Man to do? Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. 5 Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. 6 These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. 7 Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Losing To Win!

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Dec 27, 2006

Here’s a thought - in order to be a true winner - shouldn’t we have to also be a loser?

In a previous message, I shared how God showed me that we are called to be winners at all times. But, here’s a thought. This is something I’ve been pondering lately – in order to truly be a winner in Christ – shouldn’t we also have to be a loser? Look at Matthew 10:38-42: Jesus said, “…he who does ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:38-42

Last Words Of Paul Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 7, 2003

These are the last recorded words of Paul. One’s last words often tell us where his priorities were.

It is significant that Paul’s last recorded words were to another preacher. Paul placed a great emphasis on the proclamation of the Word of God. He insisted on a certain level of job performance for himself and others who did the proclaiming. Since it is necessary for those who proclaim the Word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Sunset Of Evil

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Feb 8, 2003

If the source of our sicknesses is located in the false gods we worship, we need the help of the true God to replace them with the beliefs, ideas, values and goals that offer us healing and new life.

Mk 1.29-39 presents a scene of healing. He heals Simon’s mother-in-law and she begins to serve them. Good health is a necessary condition to be at the service of God and neighbour. God grants it to those who are eager to enter into this service. At sunset, he heals all the sick and the possessed, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Catholic

The Tongue

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 5, 2003

The power of the tongue can destroy ministries

The Tongue James 3: 1-12 The Power of the Tongue : 1-2, 5-6 The Problem of Control of the Tongue 3-4, 7-8 The Positive and Negative Actions of the Tongue 9-12 a)The Power of the Tongue : Jas. 1-2, 5-6 It can destroy ministry 1 Tim 3:2 - the elder 1 Tim 3:12 - the elder’s wife. A woman’s ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Trusting In God

Contributed by Joshua Gomez on Sep 24, 2004

3 Elements of what trust is.

Trusting in God by Josh Gomez Praise Chapel 6/29/04 I. What is Trust? (Ask for volunteers!!) A. The Greek word for Trust is Pistis. This means – To have Faith, Confidence, and Hope that something will happen. 1. Story #1 (A friend trusted me that I wouldn’t let him fall. I didn’t catch him ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Bible Describes Our Salvation

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 19, 2003

This brief outline identifies five wonderful adjectives that describe the salvation that we have in Jesus Christ our Lord.

HOW THE BIBLE DESCRIBES OUR SALVATION "Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints." Jude, verse 3. I. A COMMON SALVATION: ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Compromise Matters Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 25, 2003

4th in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

EVERYBODY IS KNOWN FOR SOMETHING Revelation 2:18-29 Compromise Matters INTRODUCTION: As we have seen and reminded ourselves; Jesus is aware of what it takes to maintain and grow a positive presence as a believer in Christ. He is also understanding of the process involved, and He has the desire to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist