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The Problem Of Depression

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 10, 2020

Dr. Tim LaHaye says of over 200,000 people, that have been to his meetings, everyone has admitted at some time they have been depressed. I know in my life it is the most helpless feeling I have ever known.

Let me share some known facts about depression with you. 1. For many years’ depression has been the nations #1 emotional illness. 2. Between 50,000 and 70,000 people commit suicide each year, and most are depressed. 3. The National Institute of Mental Health says, “125,000 Americans are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-14, Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

An Invitation To Healing (Bonus Week) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 25, 2022

God gave most of this message to me while I was at work. I took dictation, basically, for 45 minutes, and then tried to fill in gaps without messing it up. Bottom line: God will heal you.

Brothers and sisters, understand today that I am in no way criticizing you, or condemning you, or judging you. I want to help you. There is no more obvious sign of the church's weakness and lack of faith than the chronic sickness and disease found in so many of its members. Even just among ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23, Matthew 8:17, Matthew 9:35, Luke 4:16-19, Matthew 10:1, Luke 10:1-12, Mark 11:20-25, Luke 4:38-39, Acts 10:37-38  (view more)  (view less)

Why Does Revival Terry #2

Contributed by Dale Carter Sr. on Jul 7, 2021

Intro: On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence which formally proclaimed the 13 colonies as independent. The war, however, continued as Britain was not willing to give up its North American colonies.

Why Does Revival Terry? Series #2 Dale Carter Sr Harvest Fellowship Community Church July 4, 2021 John 8:31-36 31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. 33 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Exodus 12:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Does God Alone Choose Who Gets To Heaven? - Thoughts On Predestination In A Quantum Universe

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 31, 2020

Christians get into endless debates about free will, predestination, losing your salvation vs once-saved-always-saved, getting lost in the complexity of it all.

Quite often, discussions about theological issues boil down to one side pulling out their list of Scriptures proving their doctrine and the other side pulling out their list of Scriptures to prove their contrary doctrine, and most often, it is whoever has the most extensive list that wins. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14, Romans 8:29-30, Ephesians 1:4-11, Colossians 3:12, 1 Peter 1:2, John 15:16, Romans 8:28, John 15:19, 1 Timothy 2:4, 1 Peter 1:23, John 3:3-7, John 10:29, Hebrews 11:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Opened My Eyes.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 23, 2022

If this man were not of God He could do nothing.

HE OPENED MY EYES. John 9:26-41. JOHN 9:26-28. The Pharisees again asked the man born blind HOW Jesus had opened his eyes. The man expressed surprise that they wanted to hear his testimony all over again. Did they perhaps also want to be Jesus’ disciples? Apparently the man himself did. The ...read more

Scripture: John 9:26-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Search Of Anna Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Jan 6, 2013

This message looks at Anna's encounter with the Christ child at the templ

Anna Luke 2:36-40 In Luke Chapter 2, we see two people who encounter the Christ child as Mary comes to be ritually cleansed six weeks after childbirth, as Jewish law commanded. The first was an elderly man named Simeon. Writings in the second century said that he was 112 years old. Luke tells us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-40

Denomination: Methodist

What Is In A Name?

Contributed by Jake Jacob on Dec 2, 2017

During Biblical times name meant something. Often they were given a name related to the birth of the child or something related to the physical trait of the the child.

What is in a name? - I remember a man named ‘odd’ that met a few years ago. - what’s in name? - it all depends - one physiatrist studied the names of 15000 juvenile delinquents and discovered that those with odd or embarrassing names were in trouble 4 times as much as others. So interested. - ...read more

Can We Have Some Peace, Please? Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 17, 2002

We rejoice in a God who brings peace.

CAN WE HAVE SOME PEACE, PLEASE? Luke 2:14 (8-16) S: Peace Th: We have reason to rejoice! Pr: WE REJOICE IN A GOD WHO BRINGS PEACE. ?: Why? KW: Reasons TS: We will find in Luke 2:14 three reasons why we rejoice in a God who brings peace. The ____ reason is the… I. REACTION II. REACH III. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-16, Luke 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Looking For? Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on Dec 18, 2002

A Christmas Eve message encouraging seekers to open their heart to Christ. It concludes with the U2 song "Still Haven’t Found... and goes into Open the Eyes of My Heart Lord."

The Eyes of Christmas: Through the Eyes of the Magi What Are You Looking For? Dr. Marty Baker / Christmas Eve 2001 / Matthew 2:1-12 www.stevenscreek.net How much time have you spent this week looking for something important? Many of you have invested hours looking for the right gift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Draw Near Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Dec 22, 2002

Ephesians Series #5 So many people toil their lives in search of the worlds prosperity which draws them away from Christ, when the prosperity that we were designed to enjoy only comes from close proximity to Christ. Do you have the Peace of Christ?

A Walk that is Worthy Part 5 Draw Near Text Eph 2:11-13 Note: Christmas Sunday Intro: This morning I would like to share few moments on a message entitled “Draw Near” It is the 5th in a series entitled “A Walk that is Worthy” in the book of Ephesians. How many enjoy a good laugh from time to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Waiting

Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Dec 30, 2002

We have been waiting and watching through November and December. Simeon and Anna, too, were waiting, and now, like these senior saints, our wait is over. Lord, now let Your servants depart in peace; according to Your Word.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Waiting. It seems that for the past couple of months that’s what we have been talking about. During the month of November we spoke of waiting and watching for the final coming of our Lord. We heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Is ...

Contributed by Edward Frey on Jan 28, 2003

Christmas is about God’s mighty arm revealing its glory and strength in the person of Jesus Christ.

Isaiah 52:7-10 CHRISTMAS IS ... “Christmas is sleigh bells. Christmas is sharing. Christmas is holly. Christmas is caring.” At least that’s what Percy Faith once wrote. In his not-so-familiar holiday song, entitled, Christmas Is, he tried to capture some of the things that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The First Star Trek

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

Like the Magi, we are all on a star trek. Some are searching for something; some may be the star God uses to guide others to Jesus. The magi weren’t wise because they sought Jesus; we call them wise because they found Jesus.

The First Star Trek Matthew 2:1-12 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION For all of you who are looking for Santa this week, I need to read a memo to you. To: All Southern USA Residents From: Santa RE: Replacement Santa “I regret to inform you that effective immediately, due the growing population, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"What Manner?"

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 18, 2003

"What Manner?" goes beyond the question that arose in Mary’s mind on hearing the angel’s salutation. This question can well be posed in other important areas as well.

WHAT MANNER? “And the angel came unto her, and said: Hail, thou who are highly favored, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and considered in her mind what manner of salutation this was.” Luke 1:28-29 "What Manner?" goes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of Jesus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 8, 2004

Can we afford to ignore the claims of Jesus of Nazareth this Christmas?

NR 08-12-04 Fact or Fiction Come with me if you will to the snow covered mountain paths of Oberndorf, a small village in Austria. It is a cold Christmas Eve morning in 1818. As you look across the mountains you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican