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Daniel’s Amazing Thankfulness

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 19, 2022

When Daniel learned that his enemies had published a decree specifically designed to make him break the law by giving thanks to his God in prayer, he went home, opened his window toward Jerusalem, and in the sight of his foes, gave thanks to God!

DANIEL’S AMAZING THANKFULNESS DANIEL 6:10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. During his years in the White House, President Harry Truman began an unusual Thanksgiving tradition. Every year since, United States presidents have used the Wednesday before Thanksgiving to pardon a turkey. A preselected bird is ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Moses And Prayer Mountain

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Mar 13, 2012

Encourage the church to ascend the mountain of prayer for 40 days like Moses did.

[S] “At that time the Lord said to me, “Chisel out two stone tablets like the first ones and come up to me on the mountain. Also make a wooden chest. I will write on the tablets the words that were on the first tablets, which you broke. Then you are to put them in the chest. So I ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Mark Of A Servant Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 5, 2012

The servant in Deuteronomy 15 accepted a special mark in order to belong to the master he loved. Is that true for us as well? How can we be marked for Jesus? And how does that mark change who we are as servants of the most high God?

OPEN One night a teenage girl brought her new boyfriend home to meet her parents, and they were appalled by his appearance: leather jacket, motorcycle boots, tattoos and pierced nose. Later, the parents pulled their daughter aside and confessed their concern. "Dear," said the mother ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Understanding The Gates Of Life

Contributed by Bode Ayodele on Sep 5, 2007

Understanding the gates of Life points out the significance of openings. Just as you have to be careful of those who come into you home, you must guard against what you watch, read or listen to if you do not want to introduce spirits of sin into your life

By Bode Ayodele Gates and doors are very significant in the life of human beings. A city without a gate is open to various unwanted things and personalities. Just as in the physical, there are also spiritual gates and doors. Throughout the bible, roles played by gates, provide an important ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Principle Assets(2023)-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 10, 2023

2 of 7. Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has important spiritual assets. But What are some of those spiritual assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-II—1Corinthians 1:2-?(:1-9) ATTENTION: Congaree National Park is located around 10 miles southeast of Columbia SC. It’s a little over a 2 hr. drive from here.—We have plans to go there sometime in the near future. There are certain aspects of the park that are appealing to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:2, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 4:6-7 Message 13 – The Greatness And Wonder Of Being Made Adopted Sons And Heirs In Christ – What Is "The Inheritance” - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 13, 2024

Our high privileged position is to be lifted from sin and made the adopted sons of God. That makes us heirs, and this time we are opening up what THE INHERITANCE is that God has reserved for us in heaven. It is so wonderful. The inheritance was purchased at greatest cost. Praise God!

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 4:6-7 MESSAGE 13 – THE GREATNESS AND WONDER OF BEING MADE ADOPTED SONS AND HEIRS IN CHRIST – WHAT IS “THE INHERITANCE” - PART 2 We have been focussing our studies in the last two messages on {{Galatians 4:6 Because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:6-7, Acts 20:32, 1 Corinthians 2:9-10, Acts 26:17-18, Ephesians 1:11-12, Ephesians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 1:22, 2 Corinthians 5:5, Ephesians 1:15-18, Colossians 1:12, Hebrews 11:8, 1 Peter 1:3-5, Romans 8:28-31, 1 Corinthians 2:7-8, Ephesians 1:5-6, Ephesians 1:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sights Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

The challenge for all of us is to go into this Christmas season determined to see in the sights of Christmas that which makes us praise God and want to be part of His light in this dark world. Let your prayer be, open my eyes Lord, I want to see Jesus.

Hal Bowser said, "the most exciting gift I've ever received was the microscope my parents gave me for Christmas when I was eleven." The first thing he did on that Christmas day was to go out in the back yard and get some water from a rain puddle. He put a drop under his microscope ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

The Joy Of Sharing Jesus Series

Contributed by Eldon Reich on Aug 24, 2007

This sermon deal with God’s plan in Colossians to share Jesus with others thru,Prayer, Opportunity, and availbility.

EVANG 2007 “THE JOY OF SHARING JESUS” Reaching the LOST-- Colossians 4:1-5 Recently one of our members brought us some Fresh green beans right from her garden. They were delicious. I appreciated them because I know the work to gardening. In fact you ask any person new to gardening, What is the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Helmet Of Salvation: We Are Not Good Enough Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 9, 2023

When we encounter the completely true thought that “we are not good enough” our society and our need for self-esteem creep up and we take our helmet of salvation off because we are disillusioned with God and we open ourselves up for temptation and doubt.

THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY Helmet of Salvation: We Are Not Good Enough Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod INTRODUCTION… Start with the End in Mind This morning I want to share with you where we will end up in our time looking at God’s Word and then I want to rewind and get us there. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Make Room For The Glory

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Dec 1, 2003

People say why doesn’t God do something to help me! The answer is simple we don’t lift our heads to the king of glory and we don’t open the door for him to come in.

WE MUST MAKE ROOM FOR THE GLORY OF GOD. Pastor Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church 7:12:2003 “Lift up your heads oh ye gates; lift them up you everlasting doors; and the king of glory shall come in.” Psalm 24:9. People say why doesn’t God do something to help me! The answer is simple we don’t life ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Will The Real Jesus Please Stand Up. Series

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Jan 22, 2004

The first in a series on the life of Jesus through the book of John. Many things influence our perception of Jesus. This sermon attempts to open our eyes to the real Jesus vs. the Jesus we may have perceived him to be.

Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up John 1:1-18 The other day as I sat at my desk I was talking on the phone, communicating by Instant Messenger and answering email all at the same time. I also had the radio playing in the background. It was during this time that I glanced down at my Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord What Wilt Thou Have Me To Do

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005

LORD WHAT WILT THOU HAVE ME TO DO I. The Question Acknowledges The Lordship Of Christ II. The Question Is An Expression Of a Surrendered Heart III. The Question Was The Begining Of A New Career IV. The Question Opens The Door To What The Will Of God

Sun. Sept 12/93 Acts 9:1-9 LORD WHAT WILT THOU HAVE ME TO DO Ten Deep Questions Of Life 1. When sign makers go on strike is anything painted on their signs? 2. Why do television stations report power ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Servant

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

In the opening verses of this letter Paul introduces himself to the believers in Rome. When he wrote this letter he had never been to Rome, so naturally he gave a brief description of himself and his special status in the church.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: John Kenneth Galbraith, in his autobiography, A Life in Our Times, illustrates the devotion of Emily Gloria Wilson, his family’s housekeeper: “It had been a wearying day, and I asked Emily to hold all telephone calls while I had a nap. Shortly thereafter the phone rang. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Gift Ready To Be Recieved Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

I’d like to suggest tonight that the all-time best gift that has ever been given is Jesus Christ. And, once you open this gift, you will never want to return it, and you will never be the same!

A Gift Ready to Be Received A little girl is sitting on her grandpa’s lap rattling off her long Christmas list. The grandfather recognized that this was “a teachable moment,” and so he said, “Honey, it’s more blessed to give than it is to receive.” To which the granddaughter replied, “I know ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The New Awakening Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Sep 28, 2001

The alarm that went off on September 11 is opening our eyes to the problem of individualism. The only thing that will keep us from collectively rolling over in our bed of apathy is a strong call to the cross of Christ and to genuine Christian community.

The New Awakening Pastor Jim Luthy It has been two and a half weeks since we were awakened by the news of terrorists striking on our own soil. Since that time, we have heard that the attacks awakened a "sleeping giant." But that leads me to some questions. If we were a "sleeping giant," why ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30-31, Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational