Sermons on Obstacles To Growth:

Releasing The Anointing Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 23, 2019

In order for the anointing of God to move powerfully through a Christian’s life, and upon every life they touch, it must be released.

Before the anointing was released at the start of Jesus ministry, He was baptized. “When all the people were baptized, it came to pass that Jesus also was baptized; and while He prayed, the heaven was opened.” (Luke 3:21 NIV) Baptism symbolizes death. The spices that made up the Anointing Oil ...read more

Scripture: John 3:30-31, Matthew 6:12-15, 1 Corinthians 11:27, Isaiah 58:6-12, 2 Corinthians 4:4-6, Acts 5:15-16, James 4:5, John 6:63, 2 Timothy 2:21, Mark 1:4, Philippians 2:6-8, Luke 3:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Forget God

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 24, 2019

Beware that thou forget not the LORD thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I commanded thee this day:"

DON'T FORGET GOD Scripture: Deuteronomy 8 & 9 8:11 "Beware that thou forget not the LORD thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I commanded thee this day:" Define Beware: 08104 shamar (shaw-mar') a primitive root; TWOT - ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20, Proverbs 30:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joyful Trials Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

1st in a series on James dealing with our response to trials.

“Joyful Trials” Introduction Before we examine one of the magnificent “trees” (passage) in this forest (letter), I will first provide a brief overview of the “forest”. Our task in Bible study is to first understand what God intended to communicate to the original readers. How did they understand ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus: God’s Last Word

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 12, 2018

THIS IS PART OF A SHORT SERIS ON JESUS MINISTRY IN WHICH I SUGGEST THAT JESUS IS GOD'S FINAL WORD IN REVELATION TO MAN. tHE QUESTION IS ALWAYS ASKED IN TV'S "WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE" IS THIS YOUR FINAL ANSWER. FOR GOD AND CHRISTIANS JESUS IS.

JESUS: GOD’S LAST WORD HEBREWS 1:1-12 MANY YEARS AGO, THERE WAS A MAN WHO WORKED VERY HARD TO WIN A CERTAIN LADY’S AFFECTION. SHE WAS HIS NEIGHBOR, AND EVERY WEEK FOR 42 YEARS, THE SHY BUT PERSISITENT SUITOR SLIPPED A LOVE LETTER UNDER HER DOOR. THEY HAD HAD A FIGHT AND SHE SIMPLY REFUSED TO ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Right Side Up (Acts 17:1-9) Series

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jan 22, 2021

After enough news and encounters with haters you'd be prone to think that no one really cares to know about God, but you'd be wrong. There's always someone out there, someone within your circles, who truly wants to know more about God.

Series: We’re on a Mission from God Message: This Side Up Text: Acts 17:1-9 Date: Jan 24, 2020 Big Idea: After watching enough news and having personal encounters with haters, you'd be prone to think that no one could care less about Jesus, but you'd be wrong. Allowing this negative view ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

The Family Of God

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 5, 2021

Living in the trust of God is a great place to live! It’s where the peace that passes understanding flows freely and gives great comfort against the what if’s of life the accuser continually throws at all of us!

The Family of God Matthew 24:36-39 NKJ 36 “But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, but My Father only. 37 But as the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be. 38 For as in the days before the flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39, Mark 6:31-34, Romans 5:3-21, Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believe It Or Not Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

Believe it or not, there was not a single Christian who even showed a sign of belief in the resurrection of Christ until they were compelled to believe by His very appearance.

An Irishman on holiday in New York went into a drug store and asked for a small tube of toothpaste. When the clerk handed him a tube he noticed it was marked large. "I'd rather have a small one," he said. "Listen bud," the clerk replied. "In this country ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-53

When Your Faith Is Tested Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 12, 2022

Based on James 1:1-4 - Challenges hearers to understand that God uses tests in our lives to grow our faith.

“WHEN YOUR FAITH IS TESTED” James 1:1-4 FBCF – 9/11/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – First responders face tests all the time. - Firefighters – Every time pager goes off or call comes in, we know that we will face some sort of test. May be a minor test, a relatively easy test, a quick test. Or may be a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

It's Homecoming

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 26, 2022

This sermon is adapted to fit – Homecoming Services, Reunions and Celebration Gatherings as we 1. Embrace One Another’s Healing and Transformations 2. Practice the Grace of Forgiveness 3. Enjoy and Accept One Another’s Diversity

Sermon: Homecoming Sermon This sermon is adapted to fit – Homecoming Services, Reunions and Celebration Gatherings as we 1. Embrace One Another’s Healing and Transformations 2. Practice the Grace of Forgiveness 3. Accept and Enjoy One Another’s Diversity Scripture: Mark 5:18-19 “As Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:18-19

Denomination: Nazarene

What Shall We Do With This Man? Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Sep 28, 2022

As with each major sign, Jesus' words and deeds revealed where the hearts of the people were with God. The question is: How will we respond to His miraculous works and Words?

We are finishing up with John chapter 11 today. Last week we saw how Jesus wept at Lazarus’ grave, commanded the people to roll the stone away from the tomb, and then raised Lazarus from the dead. We talked about how it was a picture of how Jesus can take things that are dead and decaying in our ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ten Commandments, 5 Of 6: Seventh And Eighth Commandments

Contributed by Lee Houston on Oct 12, 2022

The seventh commandment protects your marriage and your neighbor’s marriage.

The Ten Commandments, 5 of 6: Seventh and Eighth Commandments Scripture: Exodus 20:14, Exodus 20:15, Deuteronomy 5:19 Summary: “You shall not commit adultery.” “You shall not steal.” Exodus 20:14, “You shall not commit adultery.” Deuteronomy 5:18, “Neither shall you commit adultery.” The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14, Exodus 20:15, Deuteronomy 5:19

Assumptions Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 1, 2022

What we assume about any given situation can either help or hurt us.

April 02, 2022 We are beginning a new series today on Discipleship entitled: Following in the Footsteps of Jesus. A Disciple is a person who becomes the student of a specific teacher – in our case Jesus: • Matthew 4:18-20 - As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Matthew 4:18-20, Matthew 9:9, John 8:30-32, John 1:43-45, Luke 10:1-2, Matthew 28:18-20, Psalm 103:1-22, Jeremiah 29:11, Jeremiah 31:3, 1 John 4:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Importance Of Pvi

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 24, 2022

The great importance of plenary verbal inspiration to the Word of God and our faith.

The Importance of PVI (Verbal plenary inspiration) 2 Tim 3:13-17 13 But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived. 14 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; 15 And that from a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For God’s Will – Submitting To God’s Way

Contributed by Esther Collins on May 10, 2022

Often we pray for God's will, and hope things will work out the way we want them to. But in reality it's in submitting to His will, and willingly going His way can we experience God's perfect blessings.

When life is hard, and things don’t go as we planned we get discouraged. In times like these we go to God in prayer. As we pray fervently we hope that God will answer us the way we want Him to. We pray for God’s will to be done, and when we find that God’s will is not as we planned or desired, we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12, Deuteronomy 3:23-26, 2 Samuel 12:15-17, 2 Samuel 12:22-23, Daniel 6:10-11, Matthew 26:39, 2 Corinthians 12:7, 2 Corinthians 12:8-9, Matthew 26:45-46  (view more)  (view less)

"what Is The Father's Will?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 8, 2022

A sermon about repentance and redirection for Lent.

“What is the Will of the Father?” Matthew 7:21-23 Last Sunday I had a very humbling experience. I had heard about the Ministry we have with the Community Kitchen and wanted to take part. It’s one of our best kept secrets. I was told to meet Kathy Stanfield, Jack and Debra Pitkin, Mike ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: United Methodist