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Fruit-Bearing Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 11, 2025

Christians are known by the fruit we bear.

John 14:31, pre-figures resurrection ground. There must be resurrection life, before resurrection fruit. The Fruit Bearing Christian and Fundamental Principles in Fruit Bearing, verses 1-11. 1. Be connected with the true vine. a. Psalm 80:8-9 b. Isaiah 5:1-7 c. Jeremiah 2:21 d. Hosea ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dangers Of Shallow Preaching

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

The church of God is in a crumbling state. It has lot of superficial miracles, shallow testimonies, and no knowledge of God.

The church of God is in a crumbling state. It has lot of superficial miracles, shallow testimonies, and no knowledge of God. Although it appears to be clean from the outside, it has turned inside into a place of wicked abominations (Ezekiel 8:9). Preachers nowadays tend to focus on outward state/ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21

Gather For Unity Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Understand the importance of unity in the church and how gathering together fosters unity, harmony, and togetherness.

Let's talk about something we all know: teamwork. Whether it's in sports, a band, or a group project, we know that when we work together, we can achieve great things. But what about when we're not on the field or in the classroom? What about when we're just hanging out, living life? That's where ...read more

Topics: Spiritual Unity, Church Community, Ecclesiastical Harmony, Faith Solidarity

The Unheard Voices Of Christmas SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

It’s the season of Christmas, filled with joyful sounds of bells ringing, choirs singing, and music in the air. However, amidst these cheerful noises, there are also sounds of sorrow and grief. These are the unheard voices of Christmas.

Introduction: During the Christmas season, we are surrounded by joyful sounds like bells ringing, choirs singing, and music filling the air. However, amidst the celebration, there are also sounds of anguish and grief. Today, we will explore the less talked about sounds of Christmas and what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Topics: Christmas, Grief, Joy

Finding Peace Amidst Chaos SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

In a world often filled with chaos and cruelty, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. This sermon explores how we can find peace and value in human life, even in the midst of turmoil.

Once again, we are shocked by the turmoil that has arisen, not just among individuals, but even between nations. Time and time again, we have witnessed the cruelty of some people and the disregard for human life. In the midst of these troubling times, it is crucial for us to pay attention to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Topics: Peace, Overcoming Worry

Giving Up Your Anxious Days

Contributed by David Dewitt on May 4, 2004

This is a devotional that i wrote for the church newsletter

Giving up Your Anxious Days 1 Peter 5:7 Devotional Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 The Greek understanding of anxiety was to have a divided mind or to have anxious interest. The concept of a divided mind is to lose focus or to attempt to focus on too many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Bow Or Burn Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 17, 2004

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Faith Under Fire".

Series: Faith Under Fire (Daniel)[#3] BOW OR BURN? Daniel 3:1-30 Introduction: I want to ask you a couple of question: Question #1: If Christians were being arrested, would you be arrested? Question #2: If you were arrested but could be set free by denying Christ would you? Daniel’s ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving Turkeys And Other Ungrateful People

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 21, 2003

Thanksgiving is a matter of the heart.

As we prepare for Thanksgiving, I felt that we should take some time today to consider our hearts. I’ve affectionately titled today’s message: "Thanksgiving Turkeys and Other Ungrateful People." As Jesus continued on toward Jerusalem, he reached the border between Galilee and Samaria. As he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of The Aged

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 15, 2003

Funeral for an old person

THE GOD OF THE AGED ISAIAH 46:4 ISAIAH 46:4 = “Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.” I. WE HAVE A GOD WHO SUSTAINS AND RESCUES US A. Sustain means to give support or relief. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hurt Of The Holiday

Contributed by Chris Johnson on Oct 24, 2003

Although Mother’s Day can and should be a joyful celebration, it can for many be a time of great pain.

When we think of holidays like Mother’s Day, we generally think of happy, festive occasions. A day like this produces warm, joyful, and sentimental feelings. But for others there is another aspect to these occasions for some that we don’t often think of: Pain. For many these days can bring ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:34-35

Denomination: Church Of God

Renewed Life In Christ

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Nov 6, 2003

New life in Christ is a blessed life that glorifies God.

<PRE> New life in Christ is an exciting life and a soul-refreshing experience, which cannot be ignored. It is living by the grace of God and walking in the path of faith. It’s not a life of fantasy but reality. <PRE> The dramatic effects of being in Christ are far beyond ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Consider Your Ways

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 18, 2003

Haggai challenges the restored remnant from Babylonian captivity, whose desire was to seek their own welfare, to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem that stood is ruins for many years.

CONSIDER YOUR WAYS “Now therefore, thus says the Lord of hosts: Consider your ways! You have sown much, and bring in little; you eat, but you are not satisfied; you drink, but your thirst is not quenched; you clothe yourselves, but no one is warmed; and he who earns wages, earns wages to put into ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruits Of Spiritual Comprehension

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 5, 2003

Those who follow Confucius or Buddha or Krishna or Muhammad walk in darkness. The end of their road is the darkness of death. The person who follows Jesus walks in the light, and the end of that road is the light of life.

“THE FRUITS OF SPIRITUAL COMPREHENSION” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 8:12-59 John 1:4-9 Jesus the light John 16:2 They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service. SEE 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-59

Is Your Seed Still In The Barn?

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

We have had some great weather recently haven’t we? Praise the Lord for plenty of rain and good weather this year. It has made a real difference in the harvest. I hear that the peanut crop and the cotton crop was wonderful this year. As churches i

We have had some great weather recently haven’t we? Praise the Lord for plenty of rain and good weather this year. It has made a real difference in the harvest. I hear that the peanut crop and the cotton crop was wonderful this year. As churches in the Bethel association we are in a similar ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:19

Denomination: Baptist

Worship

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 12, 2004

From the beginning, the secret to Israel’s blessing was when they had a good relationship with the Lord it was characterized by faith and obedience.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A question to ask ourselves is, “Who Are You Worshiping?” During the tenure of the great orator Henry Ward Beecher, a visiting minister (Beecher’s brother) once substituted for the popular pastor. A large audience had already assembled to hear Beecher, and when the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 28:1-31

Denomination: Baptist