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A Time To Listen Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 10, 2019

This is the 1st sermon in the "A Time To..." series from Haggai. (This sermon and series is updated from 2004.)

Series: A Time To… [#1] A TIME TO LISTEN Haggai 1:1-11 Introduction: On Wednesday Night, we listened to concerns about our Fall Festival. Have we forgotten the purpose of our event? Can we do more to lead people to Christ? It has given me a lot to think about. Are we just having events and ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Time To Be Blessed Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 24, 2019

This is the 4th sermon in the "A Time To..." series from Haggai. (This sermon and series is updated from 2004.)

Series: A Time To… [#4] A TIME TO BE BLESSED Haggai 2:10-19 Introduction: I read this prayer written by Frank Morris. Dear Lord, so far today, God, I’ve done all right. I haven’t gossiped, haven’t lost my temper, haven’t been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish, over-indulgent, coveted my ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Third Sunday In Ordinary Time

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 28, 2019

Catholic Bible Sunday

Today is the 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, now dedicated to promoting a love and knowledge of Scripture, it’s like our new annual “Bible Sunday” for Catholics! Bishop Desmond Tutu likes to tell: “When the missionaries came to Africa, we had the land and they had the Bible. Then they said, ‘Let us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Catholic

Why You Should Make A Covenant With Your Eyes Series

Contributed by Sheryln Miller on Apr 12, 2017

Discusses the benefits of making a covenant with our eyes, which is key to avoiding sin.

Job a man of wisdom made a covenant with his eyes not to look lustfully upon a woman. God appeared to be impressed with Job's actions and bragged about him to Satan, saying "Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Sinful Woman Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 27, 2019

A sinful woman had an encounter with Jesus that changed her life forever.

“ONE SINFUL WOMAN” Luke 7:36-50 CWBC – 1/27/19 Jon Daniels INTRO – Casey Hathaway – 3 yr.-old boy. Playing w/ 2 other children in his grandmother’s NC backyard when he wandered away by himself. He was lost for 2 days until a search & rescue team found him in the woods about a quarter of a mile ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Lack Or Abundance?

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 1, 2019

Following GOD leads to abundance

LACK or ABUNDANCE? ( Deuteronomy.28:1-42) Intro: Two Farmers One time there were two farmers who were going through a period of terrible drought, they were at a place of discouragement. One farmer went ahead and plowed his fields, trusting GOD to send the rain. The other farmer thought “What’s the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Status Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 25, 2019

Our status as unique children of God – in contrast to unbelievers – carries with it a host of implications.

Status (I John 2:28-3:3) 1. A not-so-bright woman noticed that her coworker has a thermos, so she asks her what it's for. She responds, "It keeps hot things hot and cold things cold." The not-so-bright woman immediately buys one for herself. The next day, she goes to work and proudly ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting Even Somehow Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 3, 2017

The emotion that wells up within us to “get even” is about control, consequences, and vindication. Relational issues are never JUST relational issues!

Getting Even Somehow (Proverbs 25:21-24) 1. Nobody likes a power outage. You may light oil lamps or use LED lanterns. 2. You enter a room, try to turn on a light switch. There is a lot of psychology there. 3. This is even true of an internet our computer outage. We have become so dependent ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:21-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Deal With The Valleys Of Life

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 25, 2017

THE 23RD NUMBERS OF PSALMS IS A RARE AND PRICELESS JEWEL WITHIN THE TREASURY OF GOD`S ENTERNAL WORD TO SOME IT`S KNOWN AS A HANKERCHEIF BECAUSE IT HAS AWAY OF DRYING TEARS FROM TEAR STAIN EYES

4  Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. THE WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD VERY BRIEFLY WITH IF I COULD GET A BAPTIST AMEN A METHODIST NOD AND A SANTIFIED CHURCH HALLEJUAH I WANT TO ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unwrapping Jesus

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 27, 2017

A Christmas Eve message talking about our need of unwrapping the wonderful gift of God's Son, Jesus Christ.

Unwrapping Jesus It’s only a couple of hours before Christmas, and besides all the hustle and bustle that surrounds this time, despite the rude drivers on the road and the harried sales clerks, most everyone enjoys this time of year, especially the preparations and decorations. We enjoy this time ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Foursquare

Give Us Bread Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 7, 2016

Praying for God's Provision

SERIES: The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed #6 TITLE: Give Us Bread TEXT: Matthew 6:1-11 INTRO: The first part of the Lord's prayer is about God: “Thy Name...”, “Thy kingdom...”, and “Thy will...” Today we begin with the second part, where we turn from praying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Sinner Comes To Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 12, 2016

Do we look upon fellow sinners as a "super-righteous" person might or as Jesus does?

Intro When we look at people what do we see? Do we see others as a super righteous person might or as Jesus would? Purpose Let’s discover how to see people as Jesus sees them, for the love in their hearts and not for the mistakes they may have made. Plan Let’s look at Luke 7:36-8:3 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Ready!

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 6, 2016

Let all Christians be ready for the second coming of Christ!

Be Ready Luke 12:35-40 Introduction 1. In Luke 9:51 we began studying the ‘Travel Narrative’ - ten chapters in Luke that contain several unique passages not found in the other gospels. It is the Travel Narrative because it begins with Jesus beginning his journey to Jerusalem. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

9th Century Israel Or The End Of All Things? Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Sep 28, 2015

Joel's prophecy causes some confusion for interpreters because it seems, and is, a description of two very different events. Very different, yes, but very related, also. See for yourself.

2. History and Prophecy. The book of Joel There are two portions of Scripture that I believe need our further scrutiny on the subject of locusts. Actually the subject is Bible prophecy, a favorite of mine for sure. The first portion is the prophecy of Joel. I quote here from a former blog of ...read more

Scripture: Joel 1:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be A Piece Of The Rock

Contributed by David Roth on Mar 2, 2015

Proper 16 (A). We are fashioned by Christ, who is the rock and cornerstone. Therefore we look to Him instead of to our effort, to be the living stones of His church.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Be a Piece of the Rock” “What!? Have you got rocks in your head?” You have heard that expression before. The implication is that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran