Sermons on Possession:

The Work In Athens Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 2, 2017

Paul works among Gentiles for eighteen months in Corinth and for nearly three years in Ephesus, but no example of his preaching is given. The reason is that it has already been given—in Athens, in the very center of Gentile culture and intellect.

March 21, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: The Work in Athens (17:15-34) Acts 17:15-34 (KJV) 15 And they that conducted Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:15-34

Denomination: Baptist

The First Three Chapters (Suras) Of The Koran. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 21, 2015

We enter cautiously into the very unusual world of Islam via the first 3 chapters of its holiest book.

Lesson 14 , More Introductory Matters, and Sura 1 Note: From this point on, all quotations from the Koran are taken from The Generous Qur'an, copyright 2009, used by permission of Usama Dakdok Publishing, LLC. So we enter in. Here in my hand is a Koran. Well, not really. It is very like a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Behemoth - The Beast Within Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 25, 2017

A study of the book of Job 40: 1 – 24

Job 40: 1 – 24 Behemoth - The Beast Within 1 Moreover the LORD answered Job, and said 2 “Shall the one who contends with the Almighty correct Him? He who rebukes God, let him answer it.” 3 Then Job answered the LORD and said: 4 “Behold, I am vile; What shall I answer You? ...read more

Scripture: Job 40:1-24

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

1 Thessalonians 1:1 – Paul’s Greeting To The Thessalonian Church

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 5, 2017

A discussion based exposition of 1 Thess. 1:1

1 Thessalonians 1:1 – Paul’s Greeting to the Thessalonian Church Series: 1 Thessalonians Chuck Sligh Sep-Oct 2016 NOTE 1: This is the first lesson of an extended Bible study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. Each lesson includes discussion questions. Some are open ended questions which require not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Basics

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 15, 2019

The Solution.

THE SOLUTION BY GOD Intro: 1. In Eighteenth Century Europe fine writing paper remained a precious commodity because the raw material from which it was made– rags and linen – were in short supply. Then, in 1719, the French scientist, Rene-Antoine Reaumur, observed wasps making a fine paper from the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:32

Denomination: Baptist

Love Your Enemies, Hate Your Friends

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 13, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 19: 1 – 43

2 Samuel 19: 1 – 43 Love your enemies, hate your friends 19 And Joab was told, “Behold, the king is weeping and mourning for Absalom.” 2 So the victory that day was turned into mourning for all the people. For the people heard it said that day, “The king is grieved for his son.” 3 And the people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

James 4 - Get Smart By Putting Faith In Action! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 14, 2018

We need to put our faith into action by controlling our anger, our emotions, we do this step of faith by losing our self-centered mindsets. If we do this God promises to draw nearer to us, to lift us up, to answer our prayers and to enable us to resist the enemy of our soul, the Devil.

Series: James – Let’s do it! Thesis of Book: The message of the book is “Let’s do it – live the faith – put it into action! The half-brother of Jesus is speaking to the scattered Jewish Christians across the nations – they were scattered right after Stephen was killed. James tells these ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12, Ephesians 4:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Never Saw It On This Fashion

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 8, 2018

To lesson deals with one of Jesus’ action miracles: the healing of a man with palsy, and his great joy; the criticism of some Jewish leaders, regarding Jesus' claims of divinity; and the marvel of the people, giving glory to God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. We Never Saw Such a Man 2. We Never Saw Such a Multitude 3. We Never Saw Such a Miracle Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “We never saw it on this fashion.” This miracle of the paralytic is mentioned in Matthew, Mark and Luke’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Organization Of The Church

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

The church began not as a mixture of saved and unsaved. Only true believers would associate with the new religion of Christ..

Church, Organization of the Organization of the Church The church began not as a mixture of saved and unsaved. Only true believers would associate with the new religion of Christ. The way was too narrow for people to walk in, and persecution from the outside and judgment from the inside (Acts 5) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:36-43

Denomination: Foursquare

Last Speech To The Apostles And Intercessory Prayer #2 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 2, 2019

Jesus speaks to His disciples about the trials they will face as they fulfill The Great Commission to take the Gospel to the world. But they would not be alone because He would send them another Helper. The Spirit would give them reasons to rejoice and the power to overcome their foes.

HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS (23-3) LAST SPEECH TO THE APOSTLES AND INTERCESSORY PRAYER John 16 Tom Lowe 12/30/2007 Date: Thursday P.M.—The last week of His life Location: Jerusalem Jesus speaks to His disciples about the trials they will face as they fulfill the Great Commission to take the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Your Family Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 16, 2013

Today is Mother’s Day – Happy Mother’s Day to all of you moms – we want to honor both the natural and the spiritual moms that are here today! You both are essential to Kingdom of God and to the family unit.

Video Clip after worship: The Croods How many have had similar road trips with your families. You have to love our families! T.S- Today is Mother’s Day – Happy Mother’s Day to all of you moms – we want to honor both the natural and the spiritual moms that are here today! You ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Love Languages Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 20, 2022

God has a love language just like we all have love languages. Dr. Chapman’s famous book “Love Languages” says we have 5 which are: Words of affirmation, touch, gifts, acts of service and quality time.

Video Transition: If Jesus Returned today? Skit Guys God’s Love Languages: Pt 2 Thesis: God has a love language just like we all have love languages. Dr. Chapman’s famous book “Love Languages” says we have 5 which are: Words of affirmation, touch, gifts, acts of service and quality time. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31, Revelation 19:7, Revelation 21:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

James: An Introduction And Exposition Of James I Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 26, 2009

A in-depth look at James Chapter one encouraging the reader to view the book of James in full context. This entire series is also available as an IBOOK via ITUNES for the nominal cost of $4.95

Introduction James is my favorite book of the Bible. I have always been drawn to its practical approach and straightforward method of approaching the subject of living one’s faith. James doesn’t spend a lot of time discussing doctrine, though the book is full of doctrinal concepts. Instead, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing The Harvest Pt. 2 (Spiritually) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 18, 2022

The Bible teaches us that we need to share the harvest financially, physically by discipling and mentoring others for the Kingdom of Heaven. But in the process of discipleship we share the harvest spiritually as well.

Series: Sharing the Harvest PT 2! (SPIRITUAL) Testimony Illustration: • Brock – Sharing my faith with others! • Ann – Mentoring others spiritually! Thesis: The Bible teaches us that we need to share the harvest financially, physically by discipling and mentoring others for the Kingdom of Heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27, Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Communion With God (Part 2) - James 5:13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 17, 2022

The role of emotion in prayer

James 5:13 Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. Introduction Your religion is what you do with your solitude. When you are all alone and you don’t have to think about any particular thing, what do you think about? What are you like in ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13