Sermons on Plow:

Please Be Patient

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000

A study of Christian patience

Please Be Patient James 5:7-12 May 24, 1998 Introduction I. Young Man seeking patience II. Patience Testers * Long lines at the grocery * Having someone pull out in front of you on the highway and then drive extremely slow * Children who refuse to go to sleep * Slow service in the McDonald’s drive ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Church Of God

When Heaven Became Silent

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 21, 2000

The times that Heaven was disturbed and will be disturbed that will cause silence there

REV.8:1 "WHEN HEAVEN BECAME SILENT" * Heaven is a place of rejoicing! * There are angels that are praising God. * All the saints of old are there marching around the throne saying, "Glory to God and honor to the Lamb that was slain, Hallelujah, Amen!" * Heaven is not a quiet place! * But our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Study Of Fasting #3

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF FASTING DURING PRAYER - HELPFUL GUIDELINES & HEALTH TIPS

A. By fasting your saying, "I am serious, Lord." The Bible says to break up fallow ground. When a field isn’t plowed, a hard crust forms. Without exception, all of us get a crust on our spirit. But the promise is that when we break up that fallow ground and seek the Lord, "He comes and showers ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:17, Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Staring Over

Contributed by Alvaro Dominguez on Jun 1, 2001

About leaving the failures of the past behind and fearlessly starting over.

“Starting Over” 2 Cor. 5:17 Negative Starting Lines: In most cases “starting over” means PAIN. Divorce for example brings devastating results. Having to start over again without your spouse and with the responsibility of having to be both the father and the mother is a very painful process. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Foolish Fisherman – A Modern Parable

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 15, 2001

Check your lures.

The Foolish Fisherman – A Modern Parable Bob was a fisherman. He was a great fisherman. He lived, ate, and breathed fishing. He told everybody about his love for fishing and tried to get everyone involved in fishing. Some tried it and some only listened, but nothing deterred Bob from his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Quandary Of Discipleship

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006

Three men are called to be disciples. The first and third came to Jesus volunteering to be a disciple. This was unusual. The second man was approached by Jesus. This was the usual way.

THE QUANDARY OF DISCIPLESHIP Luke 9:57-62 INTRO: This passage contains the encounter between Jesus and three would-be disciples of Jesus. The first two of the three are mentioned in Matt. 8:19-22. Let’s draw a comparison between these three. The first (a scribe), said, "I will follow you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

God's Chastening

Contributed by Pastor Michael Church on Nov 25, 2006

What and how does God chasten His Children, find out in this sermon.Also, list Scriptures for God’s chastening in two ways 1. Personal 2. National

God’s Chastening Pastor Michael Church 11-15-06 Nave’s Topical Bible - AFFLICTIONS AND ADVERSITIES Hebrews 12:5-11 (NKJV) Ref Proverbs 3:5-6 5 And you have forgotten the exhortation which speaks to you as to sons: "My son, do not despise the chastening of the Lord, Nor be discouraged when you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

B - Be Ready Series

Contributed by Oliver O. Suarez on Jul 2, 2016

train yourself so that when opportunities come, you are enthusiastically available and able.

There are no accidents in life. Everything happens for a reason. Others may say, life is unfair but it never was, it never is, and never will be unfair for those who understand the purpose of living. Everything that comes your way is part of God’s way in preparing you for the great work you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Altar A Place Of Preparation

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2014

Religious duties often find us prepared for the outter altar more than the inner altar. The is a place to prepare our hearts to know God.

THE ALTAR A PLACE OF PREPARATION... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com... I. EMPTY IS DANGEROUS... IN A PREVIOUS LESSON WE LEARNED: IT IS WISE TO NOT APPROACH THE MAN OF GOD OR THE ALTAR OF GOD EMPTY... 1 Samuel 9:6 And he said unto him, Behold now, there is in this city a man of God, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 9:6-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hosea - God's Redeeming Love (8:1-10:15) Part 3 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

we shall continue our survey of Hosea by noticing God’s warning of punishment that is to befall Israel, chapters 8-10..

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Hosea - God’s Redeeming Love (8:1-10:15) INTRODUCTION 1. Thus far in our survey of the book of Hosea, we have seen... a. The analogy of Hosea and Gomer, illustrating God’s experience with Israel 1) Israel’s rejection symbolized, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

This Could Be The Start Of Something Big: Get You Back Or Got Your Back Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on May 4, 2010

When you are hurt, do you live by “GET YOU BACK” or “GOT YOUR BACK”?

This Could Be the Start of Something Big: Get You Back or Got Your Back? I Peter 3:8-17 1 Peter 3:8-17 8 Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. 9 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Elijah Encounters God

Contributed by Rodney Langley on Sep 10, 2011

A look at Elijah and the events on Mount Horeb as recorded in 1 Kings 19.

Lesson on 1 Kings 19 by Rodney Langley September 2, 2011 Introduction and Background Elijah was a prophet of God who proclaimed the word of God during the reign of the wicked king Ahab and his wicked wife Jezebel. In the previous chapter, we see Elijah going up against the prophets of Baal in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 13 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 16, 2010

James, in this passage of the book, turns his attention to the topic of PATIENCE. In the mind of James, patience is important to the Christian life. James tells us as followers of Christ, that we are to be patient people, while at the same time defining

A REASON FOR PATIENCE IN PERSECUTION JAMES 5:7-12 INTRODUCTION: James, in this passage of the book, turns his attention to the topic of PATIENCE. In the mind of James, patience is important to the Christian life. James tells us as followers of Christ, that we are to be patient people, while at ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Developing The Outward Focus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 17, 2014

Paul has addressed our personal lives, church life, family life. These are introverted concerns, about us and those we are close to. As he concludes his letter, he wants to make sure we also transition to an extroverted focus.

Developing the Outward Focus (Colossians 4:2-6) 1. I have my taxes all done. I am one of those persons who gets stressed up by paper work and red tape, so I found it stressful just preparing my stuff for the tax preparer. So I have to tell an IRS joke. 2. The pastor got a call form the IRS. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Exist For Others

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 3, 2013

Joseph understood that he existed not for himself, but for others. We would do well to understand and live that truth as well.

Genesis 45 I EXIST FOR OTHERS Friday 3 Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still living?” But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence. 4 Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Come close to me.” When they had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:3-15

Denomination: Lutheran