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God Looks At The Heart Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Jun 13, 2023

Samuel anoints David as the successor to Saul after he has been rejected as king.

The Crown – Season One – Episode 5 The Lord looks at the heart Today we will continue in 1 Samuel where the story has centered around Saul – the first king of Israel. But in 1 Samuel 16 the story shifts away from Saul to another character. You may have heard of him, David. Samuel is sent on a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Chilling Day Of Giving

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 11, 2019

When Ananias and Sapphira hatched the plot to deceive the apostles and the church they never suspected that their infamous deed would be retold over the centuries to follow. May it be a lesson to us all.

A Chilling Day of Giving Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … John 14:23-24 “Jesus said, ‘If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make our home with him. “He who does not love Me will not obey My teaching. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37, Acts 5:1-11, Psalm 104:33-34, 2 Samuel 6:7, Matthew 21:12, Isaiah 63:8-10, Ephesians 4:30, Acts 5:11-15, Romans 6:23, John 11:15, John 11:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Greatest Gift To The World PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Explores the profound gift of God's grace, the joy of salvation, and God's generosity, particularly celebrated during Christmas.

Welcome, dear friends, to this splendid gathering of hearts yearning for the divine word. It's a blessing to see each one of you here today, united in our common love for our Lord and Savior. Our gathering today is not by chance, but by divine appointment. We find ourselves here, in this sacred ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Topics: Redemption, Gift, God

Moving By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores the Israelites' faith and obedience during their transition into the Promised Land, encouraging us to trust God's promises in our own transitions. Key

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It is always a joy to gather with you, to share in the fellowship of our Lord, and to delve into the richness of His Word. We are here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's redemptive plan. Today, we are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Topics: Transitional Moments, Growing Up

Soaring With Eagles

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 31, 2001

This is a devotional message written for a local nursing home.

Soaring with Eagles 2 Timothy 1:7 July 2001 Perry County Home Devotional "Descending the winding stone staircase, you come finally to the dismal dark low-arched chamber where the apostle once lay bound, waiting to be offered up. Even on a hot summer day the visitor in Rome will sense the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Church Of God

How Can Our Sermons Have Greater Influence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do you suppose that so many sermons fail to produce lasting changes in the lives of some people? Among the many answers to that question could be the fact that our preaching fails to contain the essential ingredients of the messages preached by the f

Why do you suppose that so many sermons fail to produce lasting changes in the lives of some people? Among the many answers to that question could be the fact that our preaching fails to contain the essential ingredients of the messages preached by the first century apostles. Notice in this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be A Finisher

Contributed by Lowell Hochhalter on May 14, 2003

Students are challenged to FINISH their faith. Plan to finish, Finish Strong, and To Finish with excellence

Be A Finisher FINISHERS: Plan to Finish 2Timothy 4 [7] I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. [8] And now the prize awaits me the crown of righteousness Paul knew his purpose he knew what it was going to take to complete what had been started ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Judges 15:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fulfilling Life Against The Ghost Of Weariness

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Nov 4, 2002

Fulfillment of life comes not from the horizon outside, rather it grows within us through our life in partnership with God...

Matthew 25.1-13 is a parable that compares the christian life to a virgin who waits for the coming of the bridegroom with her lamp lit as well as with plenty of reserve of oil in order to add festivity to the wedding feast. The imageries of the wedding feast, the bridegroom, the reserve of oil or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Honoring Mothers Series

Contributed by C Jordan on May 10, 2009

God wants us to honor mothers!

HONORING MOTHERS INTRO: WHY GOD MADE MOMS: Answers given by 2nd grade school children: Why did God make mothers? 1. She’s the only one who knows where the scotch tape is. 2. Mostly to clean the house. 3. To help us out of there when we were getting born. How did God make mothers? 1. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: *other

Obey God Or Man?

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Mar 14, 2009

The early apostles, arrested for a second time boldly declared that they should obey not man but God.

There was an item in the news recently, concerning the Bishop of Hereford. The Bishop had turned down a man for an appointment in his diocese because of his gay lifestyle, and found himself in court being charged under the new Sexual Orientation Regulations. Actually, as the Bishop explained to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Model Church Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Feb 17, 2008

What was it about the church at Thessalonica that made it a church worth modeling? In this study we will that the church had a blessed beginning, produced great fruit, and has a great future.

1 Thessalonians 1 The Model Church The Lord wants to bless the church. He waits for the church to be what he wants it to be. A place of believers who want to live and serve and bring God glory and see lives transformed by the power of a risen Savior! The church was a model and example for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nimrod

Contributed by David Parsons on Jan 5, 2005

A character who made a great temporary impact but no lasting impression.

Sermon. HRB. 6:30pm. 09:01:05. Nimrod. Reading: Genesis 10:7-12. Introduction / illustration. *** John Logie Baird / not too many people would recognise the name of the man whose work has had as much impact on the world as anyone in the last eighty years. John ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Creation Under God's Authority Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 11, 2005

The God whom we worship is the God of all creation, the King of kings and Lord of Lords. In this we can take hope that God answer our prayers, move in our lives and establish God’s will.

Matthew 8:5-13 “Creation Under God’s Authority” INTRODUCTION Wouldn’t it be wonderful if all of our prayers were answered immediately, specifically, and completely? No more aspirin. If we got sick, all we’d need to do was to pray for healing. When money got tight, all we’d need to do would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Love Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 1, 2010

The power of the world and the exercise of force could not defeat Jesus, the Son of God. He is raised by the power of God's love--a love that transforms both the followers of Jesus and the world.

Luke 24:1-12 “The Power of Love” INTRODUCTION The greatest story of love is the story of Jesus the Christ. His incarnation, crucifixion and resurrection profoundly demonstrate God’s love for all humankind. This love is transformational—life altering. Once we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Part 11 - Matthew 12:22-37 - The Music Of My Soul Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 26, 2010

If my heart writes the music of my life then my WORDS are the LYRICS OF THE SOUL. I can tell from the lyrics what is in your heart. Open your mouth and I can hear what kind of song is in your heart.

Part 10 - Matthew 12:22-37 - THE MUSIC OF MY SOUL "Where’s my..." "On the kitchen bench" "...keys". "What happened to my..." "It’s in the washing machine. You wore it yesterday." My wife knows my thoughts before I ask. It’s uncanny. "Do you know where my..." "On your desk" "...phone is". She is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational