Sermons on panting:

A Spiritual Encounter

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Sep 15, 2018

Change does not Require Acceptance, but Acceptance does Require Change. Jesus Meeting You Where You Are. Go tell somebody about the Messiah.

As you read and study these first 42 verses of John’s Gospel as recorded in chapter 4, you will find that it is steeped in spiritual insight and wisdom. Of the 42 verses, Jesus is speaking in 18 of them. - - No wonder there is such profound wisdom and knowledge revealed here. We’ve all read ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Family

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Jul 25, 2014

In this final section of James, we see a beautiful picture of the different seasons of life for the family of God: From suffering and sickness, to prayer, confessing sins and bearing one another’s burdens.

JOURNEY THROUGH JAMES #8: WE ARE FAMILY INTRO TO SPEAKER: Just celebrated Caleb’s grade 12 graduation this past week. THE HEART OF PASTOR JAMES: “Of James, the brother of the Lord, we read the following: James, being considered a just and perfect man, governed the church with the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: *other

"It Is Finished"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 20, 2011

A sermon for Good Friday.

John 19:16-30 “It Is Finished” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org We often speak of the Cross of Jesus Christ as a stark tragedy; as the most awful, wicked, and “out of place” thing that ever happened on this planet. And, in ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Are Your Satisfied?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 23, 2011

God wants us to bless (and thank) him AFTER he blesses us. It is easy to be God-conscious when we are in need; it is another thing when we are satisfied.

Who said: “We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of Heaven. We have been preserved these many years in peace and prosperity. We have grown in numbers, wealth and power as no other nation has ever grown. But we have forgotten God. We have forgotten the gracious Hand which ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Establish Our Work

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 16, 2014

When we look at our lives some of us may feel like we are spinning our wheels without making any permanent contribution to the kingdom of God. We need God to manifest Himself and to establish our work.

Establish Our Work Psalm 90:16-17 Jesus Christ said in John 15:16, "You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain, that whatever you ask the Father in My name He may give you." God calls all of us to invest our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Father, Glorify Your Son

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 24, 2022

"Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, so that Your Son may also glorify You." When God commands his glory to overshadow our church, our mouths will be full of praise and our lips with thanksgiving forever.

FATHER, GLORIFY YOUR SON. "Jesus spoke these words, lifted up His eyes to heaven, and said: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You,  as You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1, John 12:23, John 13:31-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leads Me Beside Still Waters Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 16, 2021

God leads us through the Holy Spirit to a comfortable and peaceful life in our day-to-day experiences. The turbulent world of life looks for a quiet place to enjoy the grace of God. Read more about how David enjoyed singing Psalm 23.

Theme: Lead be beside quiet waters Text: Psalm 23:1-6 Greetings: The Lord is good and His Love endures forever!! Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Introduction: Let us remember our Annual theme, “I am the Way, the Truth, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Methodist

Fending Off The Flaming Darts

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jul 26, 2022

This sermon is about recognizing and avoiding being hit with Satan's fiery darts.

Four ways to build spiritual strength below the waterline: 1. Thirst After God- (Ps.42:1) ” As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. 2. Relinquish Your Will ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Satan's Role In End Time Deception Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 31, 2021

Satan has a key role in the end time deception.

Introduction: So far in our study we have looked at what part we play in deceiving ourselves. And then last week we shifted to what role others play in deceiving us. And we looked at the scoffers who plant the seeds and hope that you will take the bait and let their suggestion grow to a delusion ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Commandment. Loving God With All That We Are. Matthew 22:37

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 17, 2024

A message on walking the true walk. Loving God in all we do and all we believe.

The Greatest Commandment-Loving God with All That We Are. Matthew 22:37 Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Establish My Footsteps In Thy Word Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001

WALKING IN THE LIGHT OF GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO EXPERIENCING THE GIFT OF GOD’S FREEDOM

BIG IDEA: WALKING IN THE LIGHT OF GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO EXPERIENCING THE GIFT OF GOD’S FREEDOM I. (:129-131) THERE IS NOTHING MORE SATISFYING THAN WALKING IN THE LIGHT OF GOD’S WORD A. (:129) God’s Word is Wonderful "Thy testimonies are wonderful; Therefore my soul observes them." B. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:129-136

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Take These Remaining Invitations Straight To The Hood

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Dec 15, 2003

This message reminds us of what happens when the people of God refuses His invitations.

In our text this morning, Jesus shares one of his many parables with the listening ear. He spoke to them concerning the kingdom of God by comparing the kingdom to a wedding feast. Observe that in the text, there were two kinds of people, the chosen and the invited. The chosen represented the Israel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Well

Contributed by Gerald Woo Lao on Oct 21, 2006

Story about King Hezekiah that show us the importance of finishing well.

Finishing well James 4:7 Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Several actors will do charades and after each act, the kids will guess what the actors are playing and what he forgot to finish. - Dressing up, wearing pants but forgot to buckle up. - Cooking ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sins That So Easily Beset Us

Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 17, 2022

Sins that easily beset us are many, but let's take a look at two very pesty ones today, envy and jealousy.

1. It is the outburst of impassioned feelings over the position and possession of others. a. Envy is mentioned over 40 times in the Bible. b. Jealousy is mentioned over 50 times in the Bible. 2. Envy is a desire to have what another person has. a. Not a longing to have the same kind. b. The envious ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About The End

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 29, 2014

If you are not ready for the return of Christ, you better get ready. It is imminent. Be saved TODAY!

The Truth about the End July 27, 2014 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The return of Jesus is imminent. You better be ready. Focus Passage: Matthew 24:36 - 25:13 Supplemental Passage: For you yourselves know full well that the day of the Lord will ...read more

Denomination: Baptist