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Lesson 8: Preach For Application Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 7, 2018

Making our sermons relevant and practical

Lesson Goal The purpose of this lesson is to help us always make our sermons relevant for daily use and our congregations doers of the word and not hearers only (James 1:22). Lesson Intro There is nothing worse than hearing a pie in the sky, unrealistic sermon from a young preacher who has no ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Astrology, According To 2 Pet 1:19 Can It Predict Your Future? Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Nov 6, 2017

The basic theory of astrology is that the orbits and alignments of the sun, moon, and planets control our destiny, How accurate is this?

Astrology, Can it tell you’re your fate Gemini. “You’re excellent when the pressure is up. There’s a snag at work. Make sure to do a thorough diagnosis of the problem before you ask for help.” Capricorn. “Stick to the plan. On important matters, ask for proof. Your social life requires you to know ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Babblers Of Faith

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 4, 2016

God dealing the the people at the tower of babble is how much that God hates pride and disobedience.

Babblers of faith Genesis chapter 11:1-11:13 Introduction- Turn with me to Genesis chapter 11:1-13 This morning we will look at man’s attempt to hide from God, be like God, take God off his rightful throne, sin, and the consequences of those actions. If we had the time, the first ten ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

The Challenge Of Conformity

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 13, 2013

A message preached at a legislative prayer breakfast to challenge listeners to stay true to their convictions.

“The Challenge of Conformity” Dan 3:1-30 ********** Daniel 3:1 Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold, whose height was threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof six cubits: he set it up in the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon. INTRODUCTION: What is conformity? ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Song To Remember

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 6, 2013

Remembering God’s goodness puts a song in your heart. What is the purpose of Christian song writing today? Where have we failed in it and how can we retract from it and set our hearts on songs that worship and please God alone. Consider what God might wan

Opening illustration: I was delighted when I received a free gift in the mail - a CD of Scripture set to music. After listening to it several times, some of the melodies took root in my mind. Before long, I could sing the words to a couple of verses in the book of Psalms without the help of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part #2 Ready, Watching, Vigilant (Think Ahead)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 11, 2016

What message are we really sending to those around us. Could we be leaning on a bruised reed? This problem might reveal a real weakness within the heart?

READY, WATCHING, VIGILANT--- Think ahead. PART #2 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DO WE UNDERSTAND IT OFTEN TIMES IS EASIER TO START A FIRE THAN IT IS TO KEEP THE FIRE BURNING? You have to be vigilant to keep the home fires burning. 1 Corinthians 14:8 For if the trumpet give an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part #1 Ready, Watching, Vigilant (Preparation) Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 11, 2016

This is part 1 in a 3 part series: READY, WATCHING AND VIGILANT... We must be ready and prepared for the journey ahead. Life is like a game of chess, we must look forward.

READY, WATCHING, VIGILANT--- PART #1 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DO WE UNDERSTAND IT OFTEN TIMES IS EASIER TO START A FIRE THAN IT IS TO KEEP THE FIRE BURNING? You have to be vigilant to keep the home fires burning. 1 Corinthians 14:8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Psalm Of Praise.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 15, 2022

Praise, and reasons to praise. The whole chapter.

THE PSALM OF PRAISE. Psalm 145:1-21. A. The Psalmist David, speaking on our behalf, makes a vow to bless the name of the LORD “forever and ever” (Psalm 145:1); “Every day” to bless Him; to praise His name “for ever and ever” (Psalm 145:2). This is the only Psalm in the book with the words “of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Mean To Be Commissioned?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 6, 2023

Isaiah’s perspective on God in the initial four verses gives us a feeling of God’s significance, power, and mystery. Isaiah's case of perceiving his sin before God urges us to admit our own wrongdoings.

Isaiah 6:1-13 The image of absolution that Isaiah gives advises us that we are pardoned as well. At the point when we perceive how incredible God is, how guilty we are, and the degree of His absolution, we get the strength to accomplish His work. How does our idea of the significance of God match ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Paul Wanted To Send Timothy

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 25, 2025

The Apostle Paul says that most people—even all except Timothy—are only concerned with their own affairs, not with the interests of Christ. The work of Christ is, in fact, to truly love and care for fellow believers.

Why Paul Wanted to Send Timothy Philippians 2:19–24 19 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. 20 For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. 21 For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Entangled By Desire Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 9, 2025

This is the 13th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#13] ENTANGLED BY DESIRE Judges 14:1-20 Introduction: In our lives, desires can be both beautiful and dangerous. Samson was a strong man who struggled with his feelings and choices. He became attracted to a Philistine woman, which set off a conflict between what he is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Restoration Of Israel – Jeremiah – Part 9 – Chapter 33:15 – The Remarkable Study Of "The Branch” In Scripture Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 22, 2025

In the bible there is woven a remarkable theme glorifying the Lord Jesus THE BRANCH, and this thread is in the Old and New Testaments. It is a remarkable study and is set out here as clearly as I can make it. I hope it confirms to you the inspiration of the bible. Only God could do that.

THE RESTORATION OF ISRAEL – JEREMIAH – PART 9 – Chapter 33:15 – THE REMARKABLE STUDY OF “THE BRANCH” IN SCRIPTURE THE STUDY OF “THE BRANCH” IN SCRIPTURE Jeremiah 33 verse 15. Let us look at a lovely scriptural study of “THE BRANCH”. As we delve into this we shall see the great harmony that is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:15, Jeremiah 23:5, Isaiah 4:2, Zechariah 3:6-8, Zechariah 6:12, Philippians 2:7-8, Jeremiah 23:5-6, John 1:1-11, Ezekiel 1:5-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jacob's Limp PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore Jacob's encounter with God in Genesis 32:1-33:20, highlighting the themes of God's discipline, our identity in God and Christ, and how our weaknesses can be used for His glory.

Good morning, beloved. Today, we'll be diving into a fantastic journey in the Bible—Jacob's journey—and how it speaks to us about God's discipline, our identity in God and Christ, and how our weaknesses can be used for His glory. As we prepare our hearts, let's remember the words of A.W. Tozer, who ...read more

Topics: Identity, God, Christ

Do Nothing Faith Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

What kind of faith do you have?

Do Nothing Faith James 2:14-26 I. Complete faith A. Intellectual faith 1. an intelligent knowing 2. admits that God is real 3. not an overall commitment/relationship 4. even the demons believe B. Works/Deeds 1. By themselves do not make for faith 2. When driven by faith, are ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Does Belief Sometimes Come The Hard Way?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do some people only trust God when they experience terrible hardships? In this passage we are given insights into how a governor of Cyprus was brought to Christ the hard way. His path to faith is symbolic of so many people who seem to prefer to learn

1. Why do some people only trust God when they experience terrible hardships? In this passage we are given insights into how a governor of Cyprus was brought to Christ the hard way. His path to faith is symbolic of so many people who seem to prefer to learn the most important lessons in life, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational