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Mystery Babylon, The Lincoln Affair Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 21, 2015

The facts are documentable. There really is a connection between Rome and the events surrounding the Civil War, including Lincoln's untimely death. Step back and look at history through Biblical eyes, and your view changes considerably...

FORTY-EIGHT: THE LINCOLN AFFAIR So we are now in a time when bloodshed, which is newsworthy and can be reported to generations following, begins to give way to influence, which tends to go unnoticed except by the most observant. As we walk through these years, we walk slowly and deliberately, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Letting Jesus Live Through Us Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 24, 2014

Jesus would love for us to be his servants, to do his will above our own, and to direct the steps of our lives. But we must allow him to do so by surrendering our lives to him.

Letting Jesus Live Through Us (Colossians 3:14-17) 1. It was a bad week for criminals, based on a couple of UPI stories: “A Texas fugitive who was wanted on bank fraud charges was captured in Denver after he plummeted 17 stories down a trash chute while trying to evade police.” 2. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Abundant Peace

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Sep 12, 2015

True peace and contentment is possible in our lives. Paul gives us 2 simple steps in finding the peace goes beyond our comprehension and it's only through our faith in Jesus Christ.

Abundant Peace Philippians 4:4-8 “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, Matthew 6:26-34, Matthew 6:26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Coronavirus, What To Do Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 17, 2021

Coronavirus is still in the news and affecting the health issue of today. The Bible has many steps the modern-day church must take before enjoying God's intervention on the United States of America.

Coronavirus, What to Do Pt. 1 Biblical Restoration of the Church for the Last Days As we enter into this teaching, if a child of God is afflicted with an illness or suffers the consequences of sinful choices made by the church or nation, does not mean that person is being punished, it is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Day Of Pentecost Changed Everything

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 21, 2022

These 120 believers were waiting to be endowed with power from on high. They were about to be touched by the Spirit of God in a way that would change them forever. They would be the first of a vast multitude that would follow in their steps.

Sermon - The Day of Pentecost Changed Everything Acts 2:1-41 Acts 2:1-6, 12-21, 36-41 “On the day of Pentecost[a] all the believers were meeting together in one place. 2 Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it filled the house where they were sitting. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-6, Acts 2:12-21, Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Methodist

Applying God's Word In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 2, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the significance of applying God's Word, how it can bring about transformation in our lives, and provide practical steps to help us integrate it into our daily existence.

As followers of Christ, we are called to live a life that reflects the teachings of the Bible. However, merely having knowledge of God's Word is not enough; we must put it into practice in our daily lives. In this sermon, we will explore the significance of applying God's Word, how it can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17, John 15:8, Joshua 1:8

The Mystery Of Hanukkah – A Story Of Great Deliverance Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2024

Imagine walking into a room engulfed in darkness, unable to see a step ahead. Suddenly, someone lights a candle, and the darkness retreats. This is the story of Hanukkah—a story of God’s light breaking through the darkness.

Transformed by Truth: The Mystery of Hanukkah – A Story of Great Deliverance Theme: Hanukkah reveals God’s triumph of light over darkness and His deliverance of His people. Big Idea: The story of Hanukkah points to the ultimate victory of Christ, the Light of the world, over the darkness of sin ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2, John 10:22-23, John 8:12, Colossians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 4:6, John 1:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unleashing The Potential Of Belief SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Today's sermon explores the transformative power of faith. It outlines a four-step journey to fully realize this power: embracing God's vision, daring to take risks, fostering high expectations, and persisting in the face of adversity.

Today's sermon is about the power of faith. It explores four steps or phases to see that faith realized: believing in God's dream, being willing to take a risk, having great expectations, and refusing to give up. The power of faith is crucial, especially during this critical time with the new ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:20

Topics: Faith, Belief, Perseverance

Beyond Limits: Embracing The Divine Call To Go Further

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jul 21, 2025

Today, I want us to focus on a powerful truth: God’s mercy, our faith, and His divine call for us to step into a new season of going beyond what we’ve known.

A remarkable example of boldness in prayer through Abraham’s intercession for Sodom. Abraham stands before God and asks, “Will You sweep away the righteous with the wicked?” His boldness and persistence reveal a heart aligned with God’s mercy—a heart that believes in the possibility of change and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:20-32

Denomination: Methodist

Getting Your Feet Wet

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Aug 5, 2019

In healing the Syrian Army commander Namaan through the prophet Elijah, God shows us some surprising things about His grace and the importance of stepping out in faith and "getting our feet wet."

A GOOD SOLDIER, BUT LEPROUS Our story this morning is one of the most remarkable in the Old Testament, not least because it defies all of our expectations of how God deals with his people and their enemies. And make no mistake, that’s exactly who the central figure in this morning’s story is: ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Return To God Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 4, 2003

Prodigals still exist. These individuals rebel, stepping away from God’s blessings, indulging in reckless living and ruining their lives. But God runs to meet those who are at the point of total desperation and who are willing to repent and return home.

How to Return to God Luke 15:11–24 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION The parable in this passage focuses on the character and nature of the God of the Bible. It’s usually called the parable of the Prodigal Son but I prefer to call it the parable of the Loving Father. Jesus uses this story to teach ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Being The Church That You And God Have Always Wanted

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 17, 2007

The first sermon in a three part series, ‘The Church That You and God Have Always Wanted.’

(1) Yesterday, mom and I attended a second cousin’s wedding in Lafayette. During the ceremony they took communion but did so without the help of the pastor. As they did so I was reminded of a wedding that I performed here a couple of years ago. The couple asked for communion as part of the ceremony ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Church Of God

Using Anger As A Tool

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 26, 2004

USING ANGER AS A TOOL INTRODUCTION: Anger is often given a bad name in our minds. Yet, God has given anger, just as every other emotion, to us. The issue is not to be or not to be angry, but how we can be angry biblically. So for the next few weeks,

USING ANGER AS A TOOL INTRODUCTION: Anger is often given a bad name in our minds. Yet, God has given anger, just as every other emotion, to us. The issue is not to be or not to be angry, but how we can be angry biblically. So for the next few weeks, we are going to look at the issue of anger, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:22

Denomination: Baptist

God Save The King Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 5, 2008

What are you placing your hope in? Are you placing your hope and trust in a person? This week we’re starting a series titled Election 2008. As America prepares to elect a new president in the next few days, what are you looking for?

How in the world did we get to this point? Do you ever find yourself asking that question? I do. When I see some of the craziness that’s going on in our nation, I ask it. When I see congress hard at work blaming everybody else for the problems they’ve caused, I ask it. When I listen to average ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Going To Do About It?

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 25, 2011

Is the devil beating up your family? Is he messing with your money? Is he kicking sand in your face? Is he mocking you? Are you fed up with his mess? (The next question is) What are you going to do about it?

Before I start this message I have to obey the Lord, he told me to prophesy: somebody listening to this message is going to go from a Zero to a Hero, you’re going to go from the underdog to the wonder dog. You’re going from the Wimp to the Warrior, from the worrier to the worshiper, from the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal