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James The Less Lesson 13 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 26, 2017

A disciple ministers in the place of Jesus Christ. Where He cannot go, we go in His place.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. James the Less is one of those persons who seems to fall between the cracks of history. 2. His father is named Alphaeus (Mt. 10:3; Mk. 3:18; Lk. 6:15). 3. His mother was also a follower of Jesus and was one of the women at the cross (Mt. 27:55-56, 61; Mk. 15:40). ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Valley Of Jehoshaphat Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Oct 8, 2015

Where is the Valley of Jehoshaphat, and what will be the final outcome there?

v. 12. The valley of Jehoshaphat is once again named as the location. This is not heavenly warfare. The battle has come to Earth. In time and in a place. You wanted to challenge the God of Heaven? This is your chance to prove what you have. As to the location of the “valley of Jehoshaphat, I ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Go About Fasting Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 6, 2019

Introduction to fasting.

A. INTRODUCTION TO FASTING 1. Christian fasting is a non-required discipline that: a. Alters your diet, b. Eliminates food and/or drink, c. For a biblical purpose, d. Accompanied with prayer. B. KINDS OF FASTS 1. The Normal fast is going without food for a certain period of time, drinking ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Three Searching Kings

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 6, 2019

Searching for Messiah.

A. WHAT IS KNOWN FOR SURE? MATTHEW 2:1-12 1. They saw the star in the East and in Jerusalem. 2. Brought three gifts. 3. They were searching for Messiah. 4. They were told to find the Christ and report back to Herod. 5. Were divinely warned in a dream not to tell Herod. B. WHAT CAN WE KNOW ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Messenger/The Voice

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Dec 9, 2018

Delivering the gospel message

Weekend Message/Devotion December 9, 2018 Luke 3:1-6 The Messenger/The Voice I remember as a youngster always looking for the mailman. He was so very faithful to deliver our mail every day. There were not many kids my age to hang out with, so many times I would just walk along with the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6, Matthew 3:3, Isaiah 40:1-5, John 3:27-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Principles Of Prayer Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 21, 2019

“Methods are many, principles are few, methods may change, but prayer principles never do.”

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The nature of prayer tells what it is (description), the principles of prayer guides in prayer (description). 2. The guards answered. “No man ever spoke like this Man!” (John 7:46). We could say, “No man ever prayed like Jesus prayed.” 3. Principles are rules. “Methods are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:24, Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Practice Of Prayer Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 22, 2019

Your prayer methods don’t get answers, your heart passion does. Your rules don’t get answers, your heart attitude does.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. With Jesus in the school of prayer. First, learn the nature of prayer (what it is); second, learn prayer principles, the rule to guide you. Third, practice Jesus’ method of prayer. 2. Your prayer methods don’t get answers, your heart passion does. Your rules don’t get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12, Matthew 6:6, Mark 1:35, John 17:20

Denomination: Baptist

Asking According To Jesus' Direction Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 22, 2019

Prayer acknowledges our limitations to help ourselves.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prayer acknowledges our limitations to help ourselves. 2. Our many needs motivate us to pray. 3. We don’t need to be told to pray, Jesus directed us to proper prayer by His example and directions. 4. The Greek word used of Jesus’ prayer is proseuchomai (pros toward, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2-3, John 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Beautiful Scars Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

Scars remind us of healing and wholeness

A. BEAUTIFUL SCARS “He was wounded for our transgressions” (Is. 53:5). “He showed them His wounds on His hands and His side” (John 20:20, NLT). “What are those wounds in thine hands” (Zech. 13:6, KJV). 1. Our scars remind us of our pain, agony, etc. We try to hide them with clothing, cosmetics, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:20, Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Baptist

Honesty Is A Choice

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 11, 2019

You don’t have the power to be ethical until you have made a life-choice to be ethical.

“Tell the truth to your neighbor as you expect him to tell you the truth” (Luke 6:13, ELT). 1. You must choose to always do right. a. When corrupt business executives had an opportunity to make millions, they did it because they never made a decision to be ethical. b. If you wait until the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

We must be born again because there is no other way to God.

“There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him” (vv. 1-2). 1. Whether you are rich or poor, you must ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Life

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 24, 2018

Stressing the power and presence of God's Holy Spirit.

How many of you have cell phones? Maybe I should ask how many don’t have a cell phone? The average mobile phone user spends 48 minutes/day on their phone. I think that is a conservative estimate. I say that because on any given Sunday morning worship service, I see several of our youth and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

James The Less Lesson 13

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

What is a disciple?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. James the Less is one of those persons who seems to fall between the cracks of history. 2. His father is named Alphaeus (Mt. 10:3; Mk. 3:18; Lk. 6:15). 3. His mother was also a follower of Jesus and was one of the women at the cross (Mt. 27:55-56, 61; Mk. 15:40). 4. Sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Healing At Pool Of Bethesda Lesson 14

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

Healing at Pool of Bethesda

A. INTRODUCTION: JOHN 5:1-18 1. Springtime and Passover. “There was a feast of the Jews and Jesus went up” (John 5:1). 2. John’s purpose is belief. “These things (signs) are written that ye might believe” (20:31). 3. This miracle happened on a Sabbath. “On the same day was the Sabbath” ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday Lesson 25 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

Why Palms?

A. WHY PALMS? 1. Why did people wave palm branches? They were considered symbols of peace and victory. “The people went forth and brought . . . palm branches” (Neh. 8:15). “Took branches of palm trees and went forth to meet Him” (Jn. 12:13). “I beheld, and lo a great multitude . . . of all ...read more

Scripture: John 12:13

Denomination: Baptist