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Five Types Of Death In The Garden Of Eden

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 26, 2023

In the idyllic Garden of Eden, humanity's origin intertwined with tragedy. Five distinct types of death emerged—spiritual, physical, social, eternal, and innocence. These deaths, consequences of choices, forever shaped human history.

Five types of Death in the Garden of Eden Introduction: Greetings, beloved congregation, as we gather to explore a pivotal passage in the Book of Genesis. In the chapters before us, we witness the unfolding of profound truths about life, choices, and the consequences of disobedience. Our journey ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:16-17, Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For The Love Of God

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 6, 2005

The topic of Love again...Christian love out love as Christians.

For the Love of God 1 John 4:7-21 So, the topic this morning is Love “again.” Webster’s dictionary, defines love as a strong liking for someone or something, or a passionate affection for another person. Notice that Webster’s definition of love involves objects of the world, using the word ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Congregational

Rev. #51~15:+16:1-7-Pt 1 The Bowls Of Gods Wrath Poured Out Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on May 15, 2010

The total rebellion and independence of the earth dwellers to their Creator. Because of the callousness and hardening built up in the hearts of these earth dwellers, these judgments will result in anger and blasphemy from the heart and mouths of men ra

Rev. #51~15:+16:1-7-pt 1 THE BOWLS OF GODS WRATH POURED OUT Today we’ll read verses 5-8 in chapter 15 in order to get our thought line back on track and then we’ll move on to chapter 16: where we left off at last time. The Bible, contains the story of man losing his lordship over the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Money Worries: When We’re Freaked Out At How Much Is Beyond Our Control Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 28, 2014

A look at the ravens and the lilies: we have to acknowledge that we dependent on God if we are going to conquer our money worries.

ONE REASON PEOPLE WORRY ABOUT MONEY: We like to be in control and with our money so much is beyond our control. - “Somebody’s got to be thinking about this stuff.” - We feel like worrying is doing something. - We like to be running things. We like to be in control. - This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

“if Your Right Eye Causes You To Sin, Tear It Out And Throw It Away” Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 28, 2015

Overcoming sin in my life is more a matter of heart work than hard work

This morning we’ll wrap up our sermon series on the hard sayings of Jesus. Obviously in 8 weeks we haven’t covered all the hard things Jesus said, but I think we have looked at enough of what Jesus said to get a pretty good feel for why much of what He taught was so hard to understand ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

"come Out From Among Them: A Warning To The Church About Gab And The Fires Of Hell" Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Mar 30, 2025

There is a platform called Gab that promotes itself as a haven for free speech. But in reality, it is a hub of hate speech—specifically against Black people, Jewish people, immigrants, and anyone who doesn’t fit into a twisted, whitewashed view of the world.

Sermon Title: "Come Out from Among Them: A Warning to the Church About Gab and the Fires of Hell" Short Topic 1: Gab’s Gospel of Hate Short Topic 2: Racism Burns in Hell Text: 2 Corinthians 6:17 Psalm 1:1-2 1 John 2:9-11 Leviticus 19:17-18 Revelation 21:8 Ephesians 5:11 Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2, 1 John 2:9-11, Leviticus 19:17-18, Revelation 21:8, Ephesians 5:11, Hebrews 12:29  (view more)  (view less)

Joel. God Wants To Give His Mercy And Grace, And To Pour Out His Love On All People. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 15, 2025

Nothing like a plague of Biblical proportions to give a nation a bit of a hurry up about returning to God. In Joel's day it was locusts, they had eaten all there was and it was a heads up that; The Day of The Lord was coming. That, and you can't eat what doesn't exist.

Joel. God wants to give his mercy and grace, and to pour out his love on all people. The book of Joel, the third of our minor prophets is a short read. This book of three chapters, is about God confronting and defeating evil. The name Joel while being a short name contains a lot of meaning; ...read more

Scripture: Joel 1:4-6, Joel 1:13, Joel 1:14, Joel 1:17, Joel 2:26-27, Joel 2:28-32, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Luke 22:49, Acts 2:33, Acts 2:17-21, Joel 2:12-14, 2 Timothy 1:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Faithfulness

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jul 20, 2023

When we are truly faithful to God, this shapes the way we live. For example, we are able to be loyal in our relationships here on Earth and truly love others. Faithfulness requires us to submit our ways to

The Fruit of Faithfulness When we are truly faithful to God, this shapes the way we live. For example, we are able to be loyal in our relationships here on Earth and truly love others. Faithfulness requires us to submit our ways to God. It comes from a place of realizing that we are in need of a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Samson’s Compromise Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 29, 2025

Samson’s compromise in marrying a Philistine woman against God’s will highlights the dangers of wrong associations. As believers, we must guard our choices and relationships, for they have the power to shape or derail our destinies.

SAMSON’S COMPROMISE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 14:1-3 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 13:20, 2 Corinthians 6:14, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Amos 3:3, Psalm 1:1-3 INTRODUCTION: Samson was a man anointed from birth, set apart as a Nazarite, destined to begin the deliverance of Israel from the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Victim To Victor: The Widows Mite

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 6, 2018

A contrast between acquisitive Scribes, and a gift given out of penury.

FROM VICTIM TO VICTOR: THE WIDOW’S MITE. Mark 12:38-44. In our previous reading, Jesus pronounced one Scribe, ‘Not far from the kingdom of God’ (Mark 12:34). Yet Jesus’ opinion of the Scribes in general was not unlike His opinion of the Pharisees (cf. Luke 11:43). ‘The Scribes and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beware Of The Little Foxes

Contributed by Eric Wright on Apr 24, 2022

Worry starts out small but can grow to doubt

Beware of the Little Foxes For a doctor, every detail counts. Your blood type, your blood pressure, where is the pain, what are you allergic to, what are you eating these days? For these details can be a matter of life and death. For a machine operator, every detail counts. The temperature ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-30, Song of Songs 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Vision For You

Contributed by Paul Mulani on Dec 12, 2017

God has a vision for you. He created you with a purpose but many people don't live out that purpose. This sermon is on how to live out God's purpose or destiny for you.

How to Live According to God’s Vision for You The word of the LORD came to me, saying, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew[a] you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” 6 “Alas, Sovereign LORD,” I said, “I do not know how to speak; I am too ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Helping Hurting People

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 4, 2004

1- 1- Look out and be touched 2- Reach out and touch 3- Look up and be touched

INTRO.- God gives to us so that we can give to others. God comforts us so that we can comfort others. The Christian life is about loving, giving, caring, comforting, etc. Hurricane-weary victims of Florida. ILL.- The Associated Press Updated: 6:03 p.m. ET Sept. 28, 2004 WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Ace In The Hole = The Lord's Lovingkindness Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 25, 2001

THE LORD’S LOVINGKINDNESS BAILS OUT THE DISTRESSED WHEN THEY CEASE THEIR REBELLION AND HUMBLY CRY OUT FOR HELP

BIG IDEA: THE LORD’S LOVINGKINDNESS BAILS OUT THE DISTRESSED WHEN THEY CEASE THEIR REBELLION AND HUMBLY CRY OUT FOR HELP (:1-3) INTRODUCTION: THE REDEEMED SHOULD THANK THE LORD FOR HIS LOVINGKINDNESS A. Call to Thanksgiving Focused on the Lord "Oh give thanks to the Lord" 1. For His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lost And Found

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 9, 2002

Easter sermon that explains that through the resurrection, Christ seeks out out in our own "lost-ness."

Lost and Found Mary Magdalene: John 20:10-18 Introduction: My “trip” to Lancaster, Ohio. LOST w/ no money and no gas. Relate the feeling of utter lost-ness. I.Mary M. was lost in her despair, but Jesus sought her out. (vs. 11a, 14a) “but Mary stood outside the tomb crying.” A.Why was Mary ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18

Denomination: Baptist