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Proverbs 28 - Words Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 20, 2015

This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter twenty eight.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty Eight Proverbs 28:1 (NASB) The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the righteous are bold as a lion. Benson has said, (The wicked flee) "Because a consciousness of their guilt excites in them a continual expectation and dread of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Like A Palm Tree

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 2, 2023

[Palm Sunday.] Today we wave the palms as we come to this table … a sign that our sin has come to end. Today we wave the palms and come to this table as we profess our desire to serve God wholeheartedly.

Palm Sunday. A perfect example of the fact that Jesus’ Disciples and His followers get it … and don’t get it. They get that He is a king … a leader … a prophet and messiah sent by God … but … a king … a leader … a prophet … a messiah who rides into the Jerusalem on colt … not a great stallion or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11, Leviticus 23:40-43, Mark 10:35-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Gideon's Encouragement Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 26, 2025

A look at what biblical encouragement is about.

Encouragement Hebrews 3:12-13, Judges 6 September 28, 2025 We’ve been looking at what it means to biblically encourage one another. Beginning today and for the next few weeks, we’re going to look at some biblical stories of encouragement. We’re going to look at the greatest encourager of all this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:13, Judges 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Is Born!

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Dec 24, 2008

Why did they have to lay this poor child in a manger? It’s not said that they were too poor to afford a decent place, but there simply was no place in the inn. Come on: They knew she was pregnant. Traveling with an expecting woman you make reservations, d

Sermon on Christmas Eve 2008: Christ is born Birth: Luke 2:1-7 * Down-to-earth story * Political context * Not a cute family scene, but privacy issues * The powers of the time: Roman Emperor and Governor, Oppressors * Joseph and Mary humbled themselves and followed the order to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Congregational

Victory Over Troubles

Contributed by Marvin Minton on Sep 5, 2007

When the going gets tough will we be tough enough to keep going? The psalmist sets a great example of a "never say die" spirit in the face of tremendous affliction.

Victory Over Troubles Psalm 129:1-8 This song is the tenth in the series of “Songs of Ascent”. It seems written for antiphonal singing; to be sung by two groups or by a leader and choir. The theme is that we can trust the Lord to bring us through persecution. The quality called for is perseverance ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 129:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Extra Mile

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 29, 2013

The world tells us to respond with the same attitude in which we are treated; Jesus says to respond in love and in service.

The Extra Mile January 27, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The world tells us to respond with the same attitude in which we are treated; Jesus says to respond in love and in service. Focus Passage: Matthew 5:38-48 Supplemental Passage: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

Men Sought By God-1 Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 8, 2017

God looks for a person in this Generation where every walk of the life is more perverted, rotten. Yet God has the hope on this generation, He is looking for a person who can do the greater things.

Ezekiel 22:01-31 Men who are sought by God Introduction: Ezekiel was a contemporary of prophets Jeremiah and Daniel. He wrote probably between 593 and 563 BC. vv.1-15 The sins of that Generation: 1. Despising the parents (v.7) and holy things of the Lord-bread and Wine-(v.8) 2. Mistreated the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:1-31

Denomination: Methodist

Who Can Believe It?

Contributed by Patrick Lane on Dec 20, 2000

We often miss God because we only look in the expected places

Who could believe it? Who would have ever thought it would have come to this? Such a powerful and glaring historical spectacle, nothing has gone as it seemed…. All of the professionals and most of the amatures got this one wrong. In fact as I read the record, no one suggested at any time that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Time For God To Act Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on May 4, 2005

Part 16 of a series in Psalm 119

Time for God to Act Part 16 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: August 17, 2003 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Psalm 119:121-128 Introduction In this section of the 119th psalm, we find the psalmist’s situation has not changed any if at all. He still has vengeful, persistent ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:121-128

Denomination: Baptist

God's Deliverance And Dealing

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

To lead the people to understand that godly people may experience abuse at the hands of carnal individuals, but we should always turn all of our pain over to the Lord’s care, deliverance and dealing.

Unit 9 – Family Lesson 26 – Jacob Returns Home – Gen. 31:1-33 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that godly people may experience abuse at the hands of carnal individuals, but we should always turn all of our pain over to the Lord’s care, deliverance and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Savior Was Promised

Contributed by Dr. Robert Crowder on Dec 12, 2020

The celebration of Christmas for the believer is a wonderful and joyous time. Today, I will show that the plan of Salvation has been from the beginning.

A SAVIOR WAS PROMISED An Advent Sermon Lakeview Baptist Church Dec 13, 2020 Isaiah 9:1-7 But there will be no gloom for her who was in anguish. In the former time he brought into contempt the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the latter time he has made glorious the way of the sea, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, 1 Peter 1:19-21, Ephesians 3:9-11, Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Forget Your God Song. (Relearn Your God Song).

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 17, 2022

The Regent Honeyeater- A rare songbird has become threatened, it has started to lose its song, say scientists. "They don't get the chance to hang around with other honeyeaters and learn what they're supposed to sound like," explained Dr Ross Crates.

Don’t Forget Your God Song. (Relearn Your God Song). Psalm 137:1-5TPT The Regent Honeyeater- A rare songbird has become threatened, it has started to lose its song, say scientists. "They don't get the chance to hang around with other honeyeaters and learn what they're supposed to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-5, Zephaniah 3:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Woman Who Got The King's Attention

Contributed by Larrin Robertson on Nov 15, 2014

A profile of courage in the person of Esther

Esther 4:16 - 5:2 The Woman Who Got the King’s Attention I began a new job on October 1, 2013. On that same day, many of my friends and any number of U.S. citizens were told to stay home. For sixteen days, my friends and any number of people unknown to me were told to stay home. Uncertainty ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing Our Hearts For The Advent Season PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 9, 2023

This sermon explores living in the light of Isaiah's prophecy, preparing for God's presence, and allowing His transformative power to work in us.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of hearts and souls. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We convene in this sacred space, bound by our shared faith, our love for our Savior, and our hunger for His Word. We are a tapestry of God's grace, each ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Topics: Hope, Messiah

Proverbs 3 - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Dec 17, 2023

Proverbs 3 - Part 2

Proverbs 3:13 – 35 Verses 13 – 15 Q: If I just had _____________, I would be happy! “Happy is the man who finds wisdom.” - Happy / Blessed are those who fear God, seek wisdom and obtain understanding; these lead to a happy life – no matter the circumstances. - Wisdom is better than material ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational