Sermons on Neglect:

Bitter Turned Sweet

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 20, 2022

In our story of Israel’s first steps towards the Promised Land we find truths about what Jesus did for us coming to this earth, dying upon the cross, and His resurrection, but also some examples we need to navigate our own journey and how God guides, provides, and corrects.

Bitter Turned Sweet Exodus 15:23-25 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Living-Waters-Fellowship-Mesquite-Foursquare-Church-323286096181/?ref=pages_you_manage If you’ve been following over these last weeks since the start of the New Year, you’ve seen how I’ve been led to share with you teachings ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:23-27

Denomination: Foursquare

Finish Well Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 17, 2021

If you want to finish well, love deeply.

In the 4th Ice Age move, Manny the wooly mammoth, Sid the sloth, and Diego the saber-toothed cat embark on an epic quest after a disaster sets the entire continent adrift. Meanwhile, as they fight for their lives and try to save the world, Crash and Eddie, two shallow, escapist possums, are too ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11, Proverbs 10:12, Hebrews 13:2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why Prayers Are Not Answered

Contributed by James Dina on Jun 18, 2021

I cried to God and He has heard me, and attended to the voice of my prayer; Blessed be God, who has not turned away my prayer, nor His mercy away from me.

WHY PRAYERS ARE NOT ANSWERED "I cry unto you, and you do not hear me: I stand up, and you didn't regard me" (Job 30:20) I prayed and cried to "the God that answers prayer" but He does not answer; Maybe He didn't hear me. That's the question that goes on in the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:3, James 4:6, Jeremiah 29:11, Job 30:20, Luke 11:9, Luke 18:1, Luke 9:54, Mark 11:25-26, Matthew 6:8, Philippians 4:6, Proverbs 28:9, Psalm 18:6, Psalm 66:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Trials Of Too Much Or Too Little Money Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 21, 2021

In James 1:9-12, James helps us understand that in order for us to persevere in our trials with joy, we must adopt God’s eternal perspective on poverty and wealth.

Allow me to start with two stories to get us thinking about perspectives on having too much or too little money. 1. I read about an exclusive school in Hollywood that was attended by children of movie stars, producers, and directors. a. One day, the children were asked to write a composition on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-12, Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Handle Temptation Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 29, 2021

James moves from how to handle trials to how to handle temptations. Even though temptation is inevitable and giving into temptation is inexcusable, we can learn that temptation is predictable and conquerable.

Introduction: A. Once there was a little boy who always went next door to play alone in the neighbor’s yard even though his mom had warned him against doing so. 1. This frustrated and worried his mom so she asked him why he was so disobedient. 2. He replied that Satan tempted him so much and he ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Peter 1:3, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Would God In America Look Like?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 16, 2021

America pushed God out of our nation. What would our country look like if we invited Him in again?

What Would God In America Look Like? Recently Bill Federer published an article about James Garfield and his assassination on July 2, 1881. The man who was responsible for President Garfield’s death was Charles Guiteau. He was a member of a Socialist society called, the “Oneida Community.” They ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can We Be The Christians God Wants Us To Be? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 29, 2021

God wants us to... 1. Be moved by His great mercies (vs. 1). 2. Dedicate every day to the Lord (vs. 1). 3. Have regular times of renewal (vs. 2).

How Can We Be the Christians God Wants Us to Be? The Book of Romans Romans 12:1-2 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared July 29, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Romans 12 marks a big turning point in Paul's letter to the Christians in Rome. Pastor Steve Weaver explained that "the first 11 chapters of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Go And Disciple Series

Contributed by Stephen Weatherby on Aug 16, 2021

Examining the command Jesus gave the disciples to GO and disciple the nations

Good morning! Last week we started a two-week study of the Great Commission. If you weren’t here last week, we began by studying verse 18 of Matthew 28, which is the part where Jesus says, “All authority in heaven and on Earth has been given to me.” And in a nutshell, we learned about how Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Devouring You In The Name Of God

Contributed by Gabriel Luigi Bautista on Jan 10, 2021

Misinterpretations of these passages regarding on the poor widow

INTRODUCTION: NGAYONG UMAGA AY GUSTO KONG TALAKAYIN ANG ISA SA MGA BIBLE PASSAGES NA NAMIMISINTERPRET NG MGA CHRISTIANS AT MGA PASTORS. ITO YUNG BIBLE PASSAGES NA KADALASANG GINAGAMIT KAPAG KA TITHES AND OFFERING AT ISANG ENCOURAGMENT PARA TAYO AY MAGBIGAY PARA SA LORD. THESE ARE THE TYPICAL ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

The Journey

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on Jan 16, 2021

A walk with Christ is life changing and affirming. One worth sharing with others.

THE JOURNEY Proverbs 1:1 - 5 An old quote attributed to an ancient Chinese philosopher named Lao Tzu, who lived in the 4th century BC goes as follows; “A journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step.” What Lao Tzu implies with this philosophical thought is that it does not matter ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-5

Denomination: Adventist

How To Read Your Bible

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 17, 2021

This sermon is based on Nate Pickowitcz's new book "How to read your Bible?" and contains an interview with the author at the end.

How to Eat your Bible 2 Tim 3:16-17 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 01-17-2021 Learning to eat I became a Christian in 1992 and, soon afterwards, my brother bought me a NIV Study Bible with my name on it. I treasured that Bible. I bought a case so I could carry it around. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 6: Are You Ready For The Rapture? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 12, 2023

Here Jesus stressed 3 essentials related to our readiness: 1. The priority for us to get ready (Matt 24:40-44). 2. The proof that we are ready (Matt 24:45-51). 3. The way to prepare (Matt 25:1-13).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 6: Are You Ready for the Rapture? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 24:40-51, Matthew 25:1-13 (Initial reading: Matthew 24:40-44) Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 12, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 24, and we will study three more of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:40-51, Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Hearts On Fire

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 3, 2023

Road to Emmaus

Hearts on Fire Luke 24:13-35 Good Morning, He is Risen! Today we celebrate the most important event that ever happened within Christianity; the Resurrection of Christ. Even though we celebrate the Resurrection of Christ; there were some present there that day, who were hopeless because they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Week Three Bible Study And Prayer Series

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023

The way you and God talk to each other.

BIBLE STUDY AND PRAYER I. INTRODUCTION Everyone raised in church has repeatedly heard about Bible study and prayer. Sadly, repetition is required because we tend to forget to do them even if we have been Christians for thirty years. If you are a new convert, please listen closely to this lesson ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8, 2 Timothy 2:15, Matthew 6:7

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas And Love - The Connection

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 16, 2021

For many, Christmas is a secular holiday where people feel "the Christmas spirit" and thus are a little more caring of others. It's a time for giving gifts and having large family gatherings for a holiday meal. But for a Christian, it anything but. For a Christian it is about Love.

Christmas and Love – The Connection Scripture: John 3:16; Mark 12:30-31; First Peter 4:8; First John 4:16-19 This morning I want to talk to you about the connection between Christmas and love. This Saturday we will celebrate Christmas. This is the time of year when people tend to be more ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Mark 12:30-31, 1 Peter 4:8, 1 John 4:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational