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Aging—the World’s Oldest Man Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 13, 2019

Methuselah has become the biblical symbol of longevity. His life was long but thin as a string. The two Q's of life are important, quantity and quality. A certain quantity of years is important in order for a person to develop quality.

6 April 2016 Title: Aging—the World’s Oldest Man (Genesis 5:1-32) Who would you identify as the first senior adult? The Scripture text will give you a clue. You may have had the question when playing Trivial Pursuit, "Who is the oldest person in the Bible?" Now you know where I am ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Part 10 - Music In Worship Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 19, 2020

Music is God's gift to us to give Him praise and adoration. Find out how and why

www.gracecommunity.com https://GCCWinchster.Online.Church Praise the LORD! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens! 2 Praise him for his mighty deeds; praise him according to his excellent greatness! 3 Praise him with trumpet sound; praise him with lute and harp! 4 Praise him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:23-31, Psalm 98:1-6, Psalm 22:4, Psalm 33:3, Psalm 149:3, Hebrews 13:15, Luke 19:40, Romans 12:1, Revelation 4:11, Exodus 15:2, Jeremiah 20:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Two Spiritual Mindsets

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 10, 2018

The growth mindset, by contrast, believes that there is no limit to our ability to learn, grow and change for the better.

Thursday after Ash Wednesday 2018 Reformation/Revolution Now what? We have received our ashes, symbol of our turning back or turning more faithfully to God. We have begun our Lenten journey, forty days and a triduum toward the destination of Christ’s Resurrection. What do we do now? Our study for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22-25, Deuteronomy 30:15-20

Denomination: Catholic

Come Unto Me: An Exposition Of Matthew 11:16-30

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 27, 2020

Jesus' invitation to come to Him has an "or else" component to it.

Come Unto Me: An Exposition of Matthew 11:16-30 The Gospel lectionary text selection for what is called Proper 9, seems at first to be quite odd. The selections are Matthew 11:16-20 and 11:25-30, leaving out what is between. The first selection talks about the people rejecting the message of both ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19, Matthew 11:26-30, Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Sacrifices God Is Pleased With Series

Contributed by Isaiah Banjo on Nov 30, 2020

It is “through Jesus” that your sacrifices can be acceptable. Anything short of that is totally unacceptable. The only person God told that he is pleased with was Jesus. When a man does not listen to Jesus, such a man cannot please God.

Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of Praise – the fruit of lips that confess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices, God is pleased. (NIV) Hebrews 13:15-16 Quite a lot to identify in this scripture. 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16, Matthew 17:1-9, Genesis 4:6, 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good News Bad News

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 21, 2022

I can’t see your brain; but, I do believe that every one of you has one. The good news is that Jesus IS here and you DO have a brain. The bad news is that you may not use that good news or your brain by loving one another as Jesus loves to reveal that love to the world.

Good News / Bad News John 20: 19 - 30 Intro: My first year in college was really difficult for me. I was living away from home with a group of strangers, eating in a dining hall, attending some of the largest classes I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mitigating Dread-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 11, 2022

2 of 2. The Holy Spirit thru the prophet Habakkuk, produced a heart-song that mitigated/alleviated the dread of a destined invasion. God’s people have a heart-song available to them that mitigates the dread of destiny. Dread of destiny is mitigated when your heart-song properly measures...

MITIGATING DREAD-II—Habakkuk 3:16-17(:16-19) (Alleviate/Relieve/Lessen/Diminish) Attention: Dread—‘Something you fear greatly, or are apprehensive about.’ Mitigate—‘To cause to become less harsh.’ Need: What is YOUR worst Nightmare? What brings Dread/Pressure/Fear/Anxiety/Worry to your ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:18-19, Habakkuk 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

As You Fast, Remember Isaiah 58

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 24, 2021

Fasting is not just about going without food.

Fasting is a common practice. It is done for many reasons by all sorts of people. Among children of GOD, fasting is practiced. Mark 2:18, JESUS is asked about fasting and HE says HIS disciples will fast when HE is taken away. HE also said that when we fast we must not go around with long and dry ...read more

The Gospel Is For All People Groups Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 7, 2024

Acts 10:1-11:18 shows us that the gospel is intended for all people groups.

Introduction According to the Joshua Project, there are 17,259 people groups in the world today (see https://www.joshuaproject.net). The Joshua Project defines a people group as follows: A significantly large group of individuals who perceive themselves to have a common affinity for one another ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Broken Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus takes our brokenness and makes us whole. He uses our failures and the brokenness of the world to restore and repair us, making us more beautiful and valuable.

Hey guys, ever had a favorite toy or gadget that broke? You know, like when your phone screen cracks or your favorite game console stops working. It's a bummer, right? You might even feel like it's useless now. But what if I told you that broken things can become even more valuable? Today, we're ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19, Hebrews 9:13-14

Topics: Self-Acceptance, Emotional Healing, Personal Growth, Resilience

Known By God Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God fully knows and loves us, and He knows what's best for us.

Let's start with a little object lesson. I want you to think about your favorite pair of shoes. You know, the ones that are perfectly worn in, super comfy, and you feel like you can conquer the world in them. Now, imagine if someone tried to tell you that those shoes are uncomfortable and not your ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-9, Proverbs 19:21

Topics: Divine Love, Unconditional Acceptance, Omniscience, Spiritual Knowledge

When Does A Pardon Have Value? Series

Contributed by James Kirkland on Jan 28, 2009

If the pardon issued is not accepted, it is invalid, you must accept it before it has value.

When does a Pardon have Value? Luke 15:1-10, The sheep was lost because it may have foolishly wandered away; the coin was lost through no fault of its own. The neighbors and friends were called because the lost was found; the valued was back in their hands. Luke 15: 11-24 These are parables that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Nazarene

"love Drives Out Fear"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 1, 2023

A sermon about accepting the love God has for us--really accepting it.

“Love Drives out Fear” 1 John 4:7-21 This passage of Scripture contains so much, so many nuggets that you could probably have an entire sermon series based on these 14 verses. There is one thing, however, that has always stuck out to me about this passage. It’s something that has always ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: United Methodist

“living In An Up-Side-Down World!” Series

Contributed by Douglas Sherwood on Oct 10, 2015

When we find God we discover the order of things; what is important, and what is not. What the world calls normal is UP-SIDE-DOWN in the Christian’s LIFE! As we examine our lives, we need to ask ourselves, “Do I feel OUT of PLACE in this world?

N. T. Wright tells the story of trying to prepare for a hiking and camping trip. He went to an outfitter who took him around the store showing him everything he would need. The salesman recommended a good sleeping bag and a durable tent. He sold him a very good pair of hiking shoes. He convinced ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Nazarene

Waiting For Something Special Series

Contributed by James Capps on Dec 12, 2000

Based on the encounter with Simeon, how he waited and how we are to patiently wait for the return of Jesus

Waiting for Something Special Luke 2:25-32 2nd Sunday in Advent No one likes to wait Was at Sam’s the other day….had to stand in line what seemed forever (probably only 10 minutes) Was going to Vanderbilt for Jacob Maxwell’s surgery and got in morning traffic..took me over an hour to get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Methodist