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A Stewardship Of Truth

Contributed by Rick Johnson on Nov 22, 2000

We are to receive God's truth in view of obeying it and sharing it with others.

Jesus used parables to make truth simple and understandable. The previous parable to this passage concerned an agricultural metaphor that taught a lesson centered around the sower, seed, and soil. The primary lesson in that parable was that there are different responses to God's truth. All ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-29

Denomination: Baptist

Journey To Righteousness

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

Pursuing righteousness means coming in right standing with God

Journey to righteousness Matthew 6:33 - but seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Definition of righteousness - being in right standing with God The door to righteousness is faith Hebrews 11:6 - But without faith it is impossible to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Charismatic

Gambling - Wall Street Vs. Lotto

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jul 2, 2011

Does the Bible say "Thou shalt not gamble"? No. What then does the Bible have to say about gambling?

Gambling – Wall Street vs. Lotto 2 Thessalonians 3:10 By: JB Hall There are 3 basic differences between the stock market and gambling (the Lotto). Namely: 1. The difference between “investment and scheme” 2. The difference between trusting “God” and trusting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Honor Mother's?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 7, 2024

Exodus tells us to honor our mothers and father.

Why do we Honor Mothers? Exodus 20:12 “Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you. • The idea for Mothers Day was born in a small Methodist church in Grafton, West Virginia? • While teaching a Memorial Day lesson, Mrs. Anna ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Methodist

Work Of Thy Hands

Contributed by Paul Richard on Jun 30, 2020

Work exists before man. The creation of man and other things were the handiwork of God and they were good. What a pity! Today’s man has a wrong perception about work for the sake of instant reward, personal gain or interest.

I. In general term, work is an activity, task, duty, responsibility or assignment. When something is created, done or made, work is said to have taken place (Genesis 1:11, Genesis 1:21, Genesis 1:25-27). Work is done to achieve a particular outcome or result which oftentimes is either positive or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:8, John 5:17, Ecclesiastes 5:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are We To Love The Sinner And Hate Sin? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 23, 2019

God hates sin. Sin is breaking God's Ten Commandment law.

a) God hates sin. God hates sin. Sin is breaking God's Ten Commandment law. The Bible says that when we knowingly break any command of God, we are sinning as transgression of the law of God (1 John 3:4) and rebellion against God (James 4:17), But, He does not punish sin. He punishes the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17, Romans 5:12, Hebrews 1:9, Jeremiah 12:17

Your Direction Determines Your Destination Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 16, 2021

Taken from the Sermon Central Series and heavily edited, Pastor John teaches that the spiritual direction you are facing is what will determine your destination

Your Direction Determines Destination The Path Series CCCAG October 3, 2021 Scripture- Proverbs 7:7-27 We’re starting a new series called, “The Path.” It’s a study on the book of Proverbs. Why proverbs? To explain why I chose to do a quick series on the book of Proverbs, let me tell you some ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

10. To Be Married Or Not To Be Married… Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 28, 2006

Through giving specific advice to people in all different types of relationships, Paul instructs the Corinthians to serve God right where they are and not seek some sort of life or relationship change in order to serve him effectively.

INTRO: An elementary school teacher gave each child in her class the first half of a well-known proverb and asked them to come up with the remainder of the proverb. Their insights may surprise you! Better to be safe than... punch a 5th grader. The original proverb: Better to be safe than ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-19, 1 Corinthians 7:7-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stewards Of The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Jan 11, 2003

As we continue studying James chapter1, we find the author shifting a bit from what God does not do to the things that God does do for us. We also will receive some strong instruction on what we are to do with these great gifts from above.

Stewards Of The Goodness Of God James 1:17-27 Introduction: The Book of James is a very down-to-earth epistle. So far in our study we have seen some very practical advise on how to view trials and how to resist temptation. God has used this New Testament author to redirect our thinking. We ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Righteousness Better Than Wealth

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 8, 2013

To show what's better to GOD is better for us.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have wealth and righteousness? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what's better to GOD is better for us. IV. TEXT: Psalms 37:16 (Amplified Bible) Better is the little that the [uncompromisingly] righteous have than the abundance [of possessions] of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sticks And Stones Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 3, 2008

39th in a series from Ephesians. Our words can either tear down or build up.

In February of 2007, a 31 year old female posted this question on Answerbag.com: "Sticks and stones my break my bones, but words will never harm me." Is this true? Why or why not? There were some very heartfelt answers to that question, but one in particular caught my attention. An anonymous ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Baptist

"The Most Difficult Challenges Of Leadership"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

The challenge chapter! This entire chapter is to show us that the transition from laymen to leader is no easy venture. While all of the specifics of his experiences are not recorded, the point that is being made is that he had to face a great deal in hi

“THE MOST DIFFICULT CHALLENGES OF LEADERSHIP” (The Leader’s Challenges) 2 SAMUEL 8:1-18 The challenge chapter! This entire chapter is to show us that the transition from laymen to leader is no easy venture. While all of the specifics of his experiences are not recorded, the point that is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:1-18

God's Reply Against Injustices

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 17, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Husbands and wives who lives by their love, please raise your hands. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To emphasize faith is important in the last days. IV. TEXT: Habbakuk 2:3-4 Hab 2:3 Put it in writing

I. EXORDIUM: Husbands and wives who lives by their love, please raise your hands. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To emphasize faith is important in the last days. IV. TEXT: Habbakuk 2:3-4 Hab 2:3 Put it in writing, because it is not yet time for it to come true. But the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

What A Friend We Have In Jesus

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Nov 28, 2004

Jesus displays all the characteristics of a true friend.

Jesus displays all the characteristics of a true friend. 1. A true friend loves you no matter what. (Proverbs 17:17) a. His love is unconditional. b. His love is in spite of your faults and failures. c. Jesus is the model. (Romans 5:6-8) 2. A true friend tells you the truth. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

An Evil Report

Contributed by Mark Mccool on Feb 4, 2005

God’s people must guard themselves from an evil report... (Credit is given to Rev Kelsey Griffin former instructor at Texas Bible College, Lufkin, TX for this Bible study is a result of notes taken while in his class. Thanks Brother Griffin!)

AN EVIL REPORT "God’s people must guard against an evil report" Num 13:29-33 29The Amalekites dwell in the land of the south: and the Hittites, and the Jebusites, and the Amorites, dwell in the mountains: and the Canaanites dwell by the sea, and by the coast of Jordan. 30And Caleb stilled the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:29-33

Denomination: Pentecostal