Sermons on Peace In The Valley:

God’s Laughter, & Ours

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jun 2, 2015

The conclusion here is that God is not happy with people that entertain their selves with laughter while they ignore cleansing their selves from their own sins indifferent to recognize the suffering in the world and how each of us need God.

God’s Laughter, & Ours by Kelly Durant 7-27-14 Psalm 126:2 “Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The Lord hath done great things for them.” 2. A little ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:2

Denomination: Salvation Army

Unrestrained Pursuit Series

Contributed by Danny Davis on Jan 30, 2014

When God brings us into His kingdom through faith in Christ we become His son or daughter. As such, God calls us to make every effort to live in peace and to be holy. But how can we do this. Join Pastor Danny as he teaches on how to have peace

(ME) Good morning Odessa First! I am Pastor Danny – I am the Senior Pastor. I am thankful you have chosen to be with us this morning to worship our risen savior Jesus Christ. Over the last few weeks we have been studying the Book of Hebrews chapter 12 and learning about an UNSHAKEABLE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"More Boots On The Ground"

Contributed by David Henderson on Feb 13, 2014

In this message we will look at the importance of being at peace when you go into battle.

The Art of Spiritual Warfare “More Boots on the Ground” Ephesians 6:13-15 In 1914 the United States along with Britain and 14 other countries, went to war in what became known as WW1. At the end of this massive war, four years later over 65 million troops had been mobilized. When the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Other Horsemen Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Nov 2, 2012

In Revelations chapter six thw first horsemen is the antichrist, but following him there are three other horsemen that are used to eliminate this false peace he establishes.

The Horsemen Revelations 6:3-8 At the opening of first seal which begins a series of 7 judgments upon the earth. The first begins with the antichrist riding on a white horse and his establishing a false peace. See: Daniel 9:27 He shall confirm the covenant with many for one week and in the midst ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Worrying Worst Than Death

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 12, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Do you worry or do you pray? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To make it a habit to pray instead of worrying. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 26:24 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Now may the Lord value my

I. EXORDIUM: Do you worry or do you pray? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To make it a habit to pray instead of worrying. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 26:24 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Now may the Lord value my life, even as I have valued yours today. May He rescue me ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing Life With God's Help

Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 20, 2016

We know we can face the stress and anxiety and worry of this world with God’s help… We can place all of that in His hands… We don’t have to carry it around with us.

What causes you stress / anxiety? Spiders? Snakes? Earthquakes? Work? School / Homework / Tests? Darkness? Lightning? Typhoons? Threat of war? Driving in Taipei? Relationship/family problems? Illness? Public speaking? Moving? Finances / Money? Concerns about the future? All of us have times of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Triumphant Joy Reaped Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016

We will be noticing tonight, not the things which bring Triumphant Joy to our lives, but the things that accompany the Joy in our lives.

INTRO: 1. The advantage we have of studying a book of the bible is that we can see how all the part fit into the whole. a. You wouldn’t want people just haphazardly pulling quotes out of letters that you’ve written without first reading the entire letter. b. Remember ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seven Things God Has Called To Do And Have!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 28, 2013

In this sermon outline we share 7 different calls from God to our hearts and live to give us strength to run the race and have the victory in our lives. Many times we are so busy we do not here God calling.

SEVEN THINGS GOD HAS CALLED TO DO AND HAVE! In this sermon outline we share 7 different calls from God to our hearts and live to give us strength to run the race and have the victory in our lives. Many times we are so busy we do not here God calling. I. Called from labor to rest. - Matthew 11:28 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-31

Fast & Furious Part 2 Series

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014

Do you need to slow down a little? Is your life "Fast & Furious"?

START WITH CAR RACE VIDEO # 2 OPEN: Good Morning! Welcome to our new series called..... Let me begin by asking you three questions. If you answer “yes” to any of these.....please stand up: # 1 – Were there two or more nights this week that you went to bed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Majestic Mystery Of Great Salvation, Part 3 Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jan 10, 2013

God wants us to have more than an intellectual understanding of the principles of His kingdom and more than a mere awareness of His existence. His desire for man is that he might enter into a very personal and intimate relationship with his God

The Majestic Mystery of Great Salvation, Part 3 Consequence of sin “Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, and in this way death came to all men, because all sinned-“(Romans 5:12) “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lie Down In Green Pastures….

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 12, 2013

The above scripture is so pleasurable and comforting, because it encourages you in the midst of pain, sorrow and loss!

Lie down in green pastures…. 23:2”He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.” The above scripture is so pleasurable and comforting, because it encourages you in the midst of pain, sorrow and loss! I make my school kids memorize the above ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Envy Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 24, 2013

Envy is destructive, & if it is unchecked, it becomes invasive & can even become a dominate emotion. Let's look at this powerful force, this hostile emotion, this destructive enemy through some selected verses in Proverbs

PROVERBS 23: 17-18 ENVY [Genesis 37:1-11; 30:1- ] Envy is universal or possible in any person. Each of us has experienced the desire to have the achievements, excellences, or possessions of another person that we feel are missing in our life. It is destructive, and if it is unchecked, it ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Avoid Destructive Conflict Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 27, 2013

The story of Rachel and Leah's fight over mandrakes can teach us an important lesson about avoiding conflict!

My wife asked me “What is your sermon on?” I told her “Rachel and Leah and their argument over Mandrakes” Her response was “Well, How does that apply to my life?” That's a good question, but I can assure you that the story of Rachel and Leah's fight over ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Opposite Of A Christian People Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jan 29, 2013

What flight simulators and Chipee the Parakeet have to teach us about Gaudate Sunday.

What would you say was the opposite of a Christian people? would it be an atheist people? a pagan people? Perhaps even a hypocritical people? an unforgiving people? what would be your answer? When the novelist George Bernanos was asked this question “what is the opposite of a Christian ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Anglican

Intersection

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Jun 3, 2013

Decisions are major part of everyone's life and we make them ever single day and some them have major, even eternal ramifications... therefore choice wisely.

Quotes: “The hardest thing about the road not taken is that you never know where it might have led.” ― Lisa Wingate, A Month of Summer “It's not hard to make decisions when you know what your values are.” ― Roy Disney "Some persons are very decisive when it comes ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 21:19-22

Denomination: Pentecostal