Sermons on Power And Authority:

Be Strong And Courageous!

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Dec 29, 2020

God has always called His people to live by Faith, not by Fear. This message will be a great challenge to live by Faith.

Be Strong and Courageous! Joshua 1:1-9 Joshua Installed as Leader 1 After the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, the Lord said to Joshua son of Nun, Moses’ aide: 2 “Moses my servant is dead. Now then, you and all these people, get ready to cross the Jordan River into the land I am about to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:26-33, Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Funeral For Elderly Godly Woman

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 6, 2021

Funeral service for godly woman who provided by her example godly legacy for children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, etc.

OPENING: In behalf of the family, we want to thank everyone who is here whether at this location or on the Internet. Your presence is honoring to Mary and is a comfort and strength to the family. In Psalm 116:15 we find this comforting statement: “Precious in the sight of the Lord Is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Hebrews 12:1, 2 Timothy 1:5-7, Psalm 116:15, Revelation 14:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Things Worth Investing Your Life In

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 11, 2021

Next in series on John. Appropriate for a New Year's sermon, or graduation message. Examines things worth investing your life in.

John 3 (2) - Read John 3:14-21 It is 2020, a new decade, a new year full of new opportunities and new possibilities. Judging by what I’ve seen on Facebook and other social media, it doesn’t appear that much has changed for most people since Wednesday. Few have changed their priorities. Few have ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Love Jesus Above All Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 25, 2021

While the family is foundational, following Christ must come first.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a German pastor and theologian known for his opposition to the Nazi regime. He was imprisoned in Buchenwald and executed in 1945 for his part in a conspiracy to assassinate Adolf Hitler. Listen to what he wrote in his classic book, The Cost of Discipleship. “Cheap ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Is The Man That Endureth Temptation: Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

It is trials and tribulation in a Christian’s life that refines our trust in God and increases our dependence upon the Lord.

Tom Lowe 1/24/2021 Text: James 1:12 (KJV) Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the Crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. INTRODUCTION It is trials and tribulation in a Christian’s life that refines our trust in God and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Biblical Social Justice?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

Let's talk about social justice in the context of Christianity. What exactly is social justice? Depending on who you ask you might get any number of definitions.

Let's talk about social justice in the context of Christianity. What exactly is social justice? Depending on who you ask you might get any number of definitions. But we see that justice ministry is an important subsector of the historic Christian church, and an important teaching in the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:5-7, Proverbs 31:8-9, Isaiah 1:16-17, Matthew 5:13-16, Luke 10:25-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Wisdom: Why Do We Fear God?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

The scriptures read "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." Wisdom is something we desperately need in our world. We need it today especially. We need it as the body of Christ on Earth.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. -Psalm 111:10 NIV The scriptures read "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." Wisdom is something we desperately need in our world. We ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:2-8, Psalm 111:10, 2 Timothy 2:22, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Psalm 23:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Approachable God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

To find the Child-that was the goal. Anything that takes us off the path that leads to Christ is not part of God's plan. The job of the angels and the star was finished when the shepherds and the wise men bowed before the Christ-child.

Lucy is expounding on the meaning of Christmas and she says, "this is the time of the year that we show kindness and good will, when we accept others and welcome them into our home." Charlie Brown says, "why can't we be kind and accepting all through the year and not just at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Christmas Is Contagious Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

The fastest way to get infected with the spirit of Christmas is to start praising God for what He has done for you through His Son. This sort of praise is very contagious. If you let it start coming out of your mouth, before you know it, it has infected your heart.

Celestine Sibley tells of her father saying to her mother one grayish December morning, "the lumber business is going badly. It looks like a poor Christmas this year." She cried out, "A poor Christmas-shame on you! There is no such thing as a poor Christmas! Times can be hard and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

The Location Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 9, 2021

It is considered a self-evident truth that you can't be in two places at the same time. But the Bible says this is not so. The Christian, by being in Christ, is both in time and in the heavenly realm of eternity.

The City Bank of Binghamton, New York, sent flowers to the management of their new branch, on the opening of their new facility. Unfortunately, the card accompanying the flowers read, "Deepest Sympathy." The florist who made the mistake, called later to apologize for the mixup. What ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Sermon # 41 - Remain In God's Grace - Uproot Bitterness Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jun 29, 2023

Do we value the grace of God, and how can we continue in the amazing grace that God has lavished on us? Can bitterness hinder us from obtaining God’s grace? Read on to find the answers to these questions.

In Hebrew 12:15, “See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no "root of bitterness" springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled;” (ESV) The Holy Spirit of God cautions us through the word of God, that if we allow the root of bitterness to get embedded ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:15, Genesis 6:8, Genesis 6:22, Hebrews 11:7, 1 Timothy 1:9, 1 Corinthians 10:12, 1 Corinthians 10:5, John 3:5, Romans 8:12-13, 1 Samuel 26:2, 1 Samuel 22:19, 1 Samuel 15:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

I Am Free

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jul 1, 2023

MOSES AND GOD: GOD RAISES UP A LEADER TO DELIVER HIS PEOPLE

(3:1-10) What we must learn is that God calls people to serve Him. Just think who it is that calls us to serve Him. It is the sovereign Lord of all who actually stooped down and breathe the breath of life in us that gives us the privilege to serve Him. This should excite us. This should make us ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Walking Dead

Contributed by Captain Emily Vincent on Jul 11, 2023

If we are slaves to sin, we are dead to Christ...we must be made alive in Him again, we must be born again in Christ...We cannot be like the walking dead, in our sins and transgressions, never knowing true life that is in Christ!

My husband’s favorite genre of movies are zombie movies. Now, I cannot watch these things. I think they are gross and I just cannot handle it. They scare me! I am very susceptible to nightmares. It doesn’t take much for something to be impressed upon my brain. He always asks me to watch them ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Deo Volente - God Wills Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 21, 2023

Looking at the practical wisdom from James.

Deo Volente (God’s Will) James 4:13-17 July 23, 2023 How many decisions do you think you make in a given day? From the simple of what to wear and eat for breakfast to the more significant decisions. Let me ask you - - - How many of you have purchased homes in your lifetimes? How many of you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Baptist

Cleanse The Temple

Contributed by James Lowe on Aug 3, 2023

Cleanse the temple

Cleansing The Temple 2 Chronicles 28: 1-5 2Ch 28:1 ¶ Ahaz was twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: but he did not that which was right in the sight of the LORD, like David his father: 2 For he walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, and made ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 28:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God