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The Perceptive Art Of A Receptive Heart Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 24, 2018

based on 3 ratings

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What's the main difference between the people who have hard hearts, shallow hearts, crowded hearts, and the one who has an open heart? The person with the open heart hears it and does it.

INTRODUCTION Here’s Bob and here’s Jerry. They’re both in Celebration Worship at Green Acres listening to the Pastor. They’ve both been Christians for over twenty years. But there’s a big difference between Bob and Jerry. During the message, Bob has his Bible open and he’s taking notes. He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Behold The Lamb

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025

based on 1 rating

| 425 views

Occasionally, Scripture presents us with events that change everything—epochal moments. This sermon explores one such event from John 1, marking the public unveiling of Jesus' ministry.

Epochal Events I came across a short line from a theologian and scholar named Richard D. Phillips. He basically said this (as I'm paraphrasing here), “Occasionally in Scripture we come across a truly epochal event that just changes everything.” — Richard D. Phillips I love that word: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-51, Revelation 5:12, Exodus 12:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Desperate Cry For Help PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2025

based on 3 ratings

| 80 views

God places us where we are for a purpose, offering courage and guidance in uncertain times when we seek Him with prayerful trust and obedience.

Good morning, friends. I’m glad you’re here. Some of us arrive today with a quiet ache, some with a smile that’s doing its best to hold steady, and some with a burden that feels bigger than our own strength. You are seen. You are welcome. And you are not alone. Have you ever felt cornered by a ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:10

Topics: Help

The Road To The Cross Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

based on 76 ratings

| 43,285 views

The dark road to the Cross was full of rejection and pain, but and Jesus emerged on the other side of the cross into the brilliance of resurrection life! This road is also the pattern for every disciple.

The Road to the Cross Luke 18:31-34 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Communicating clearly is always a challenge for us. When we use the wrong word or mix up our words the result is often humorous. Here are some actual examples of excuse notes (with original spelling) parents sent to school with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Toolbox Basics

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Apr 2, 2003

based on 45 ratings

| 13,182 views

I like to think that every Christian is born again with a spiritual toolbox. In your Christian toolbox are some basic tools. We all need to become experts in using these tools if we want to become mature Christians.

CHRISTIAN TOOLBOX BASICS Let me see the hands of everyone who has a toolbox. (interview people “What do you have in your toolbox?” - (next person) “Do you have anything different in your toolbox?” “Why do you have a toolbox?” “What would your life be like without your tools?”) I like to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-5, James 5:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Pray For You

Contributed by Chris Talton on Apr 16, 2003

based on 56 ratings

| 5,420 views

Our prayers can be more powerful if we model them after prayers such as this one from the Bible.

March 16, 2003 Colossians 1:9-14 “I pray for you” INTRODUCTION What does it do for you when someone says, “I pray for you”? A missionary and his family were forced to camp outside on a hill. They were carrying money and they were fearful that thieves might rob them. After spending ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons In Sowing And Reaping

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 9, 2004

based on 57 ratings

| 7,084 views

If you sow your wild oats you’re going to get exactly what you’ve planted. If you sow to please the Spirit of God then you will reap a full life, eternal life.

A Lesson In Reaping and Sowing Galatians 6:7-10 We live in a fantastic universe. Our planet, a tiny speck in this vast universe, is filled with illustration after illustration of the mind boggling order and design that God has written into every fiber of His creation. For example, have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surviving Busyness Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 18, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 10,392 views

2nd in a 6 part series on surviving stress. This series uses the popular "Survivor" TV show as a "hook" and Psalm 23 as the Biblical foundation.

SURVIVING BUSYNESS PSALM 23:2 & MATTHEW 11:28-29 INTRODUCTION: Does your schedule have you stressed? Here’s a short quiz of five questions to find out. Take a pen or pencil and jot down a “Y” “yes”or an “N” somewhere on your notes as you answer these questions about how busy you are. Ready? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

A Friend

Contributed by John Ingham on Oct 5, 2004

based on 57 ratings

| 15,240 views

A sermon used for "Friends Day." Showing the value of Christian friendship

A Friend Proverbs 18:24 I want to tell you that we are fortunate to have a mayor of the Christian caliber that we have in Mayor Doc Eldridge. He has a heart for people and also the things of God. How many of you read the full page article about our mayor? I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Parenting: Who's In The Driver's Seat Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 18, 2004

based on 20 ratings

| 5,598 views

Parents must take the wheel and steer their families in the right direction

Life In The Fast Lane Parenting: Who’s In The Driver’s Seat? Psalm 127:3-5 Woodlawn Baptist Church October 17, 2004 Introduction Since today is Sunday School Teacher appreciation day, I wanted to take a minute to thank our teachers for their labor and faithfulness to the Lord in their classes. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

For Sale: One Cross (Excellent Condition - Only Used Once - Make Offer)

Contributed by Chuck Morley on Nov 11, 2004

based on 5 ratings

| 4,124 views

How does a church continue when it loses the presence of the Holy Spirit?

For Sale: One Cross Excellent Condition - Only Used Once - Make Offer I have a good friend who pastors a church not far from ours. Not only does he pastor, but he and his family also own several small, but very successful, businesses in the Atlanta area with about 20 employees. One day, while ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Donkey Soup

Contributed by James May on Apr 18, 2004

based on 36 ratings

| 22,471 views

Just like King Jehoram and Israel, we often settle for "donkey soup" provided by the devil instead of getting ready for the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.

DONKEY SOUP 2 Kings 6:24-33, "And it came to pass after this, that Benhadad king of Syria gathered all his host, and went up, and besieged Samaria. And there was a great famine in Samaria: and, behold, they besieged it, until an ass’s head was sold for fourscore pieces of silver, and the fourth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:24-33, 2 Kings 7:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Running With Endurance"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 6, 2002

based on 34 ratings

| 14,056 views

Like disciplined athletes we are called to cast off everything that would prevent us from running with endurance the race set before us.

“Running With Endurance” Hebrews 12:1-3 On Monday of this past week I went to Bishop McGuinness High School where Nate was running in a track meet. There were 7th-9th grade boys and girls from all over the state who left their homes early in the morning to make their way to the track. I sat ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Nation Under God

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Jul 4, 2005

based on 139 ratings

| 39,870 views

America’s Christian Heritage - Historical quotes - used for Independence Day

[much of this sermon was inspired by a sermon series delivered by Bob Russell at Southeast Christian in Louisville] [this sermon was dlivered by two ministers - alternating sections] America is a Great Country. In America, we park on the driveway and drive on the parkway. In America, we put ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Happens When You Die? Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 3, 2005

based on 41 ratings

| 10,921 views

The final sermon in a four part series on gaining an eternal perspective on life.

Introduction: 1. Take out your pencil and paper & answer the questions in this pop quiz I’ve prepared for you. Ah, you thought you had left tests behind back in your school days didn’t you? I think you’ll find this multiple choice test interesting about what scientist have discovered about our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

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