Sermons on Refreshing:

Rest For Your Souls

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024

Do you ever feel weary and worn-out deep in your soul? In Matthew 11, Jesus invites us to find rest for our souls. This powerful message reveals that we must Come to Jesus, Connect to Jesus, and Conform to Jesus in order to discover deep, abiding rest for our souls.

Rest for Your Souls Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/31/2017 If you’re anything like me, now that we’re looking at Christmas in the rearview mirror, you’re probably ready for a little rest and recovery! The thought of rest is one that seems all too elusive in today's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Fighting The Dry Times Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on May 4, 2024

THERE ARE TIMES IN THE LIFE OF EVERY BELIEVER IN CHRIST THAT WE GO THROUGH SEASONS WHERE GOD SEEMS DISTANT. DURING THOSE TIMES WE NEED TO FIGHT ON THROUGH THE DRYNESS TO STRIKE THE LIVING WATERS.

Introduction Psalm 90 stands out as a piece of spiritual poetry, distinct in its meditation on the human condition in relation to God’s eternity. Traditionally attributed to Moses, making it the oldest in the Psalter, this psalm offers a contemplative look at God’s infinity contrasted with human ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Power Of Agreement 3b

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 12, 2023

This message concludes this series on the power of agreement.

The Power of Agreement Part 3b Scriptures: Philippians 2:1-5; 13-15; Matthew 5:16 Introduction Last week I started this message and we looked at the first five verses in Philippians chapter two. I shared with you the beginning process of things we must do internally in order to come into ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5, Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis 45

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 20, 2022

NASB

Wesley’s Explanatory Notes, www.biblemaster.com used throughout Joseph let Judah go on without interruption, heard all he had to say, and then answered it all in one word, I am Joseph. Now he found his brethren humbled for their sins, mindful of himself (for Judah had mentioned him twice in his ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

God Isn't Hiding, But See Him Anyway

Contributed by David Nolte on Aug 29, 2022

If you want God, seek Him. If you havee found God, kep seeing Him.

GOD ISN’T HIDING BUT SEEK HIM ANYWAY Isaiah 55:6-9 NASB. When we were kids we liked to play “Hide And Seek.” We all had our favorite hiding places. Under a bed, behind a couch, in a closet, behind a shower curtain. We didn’t want to be the first one found because it meant we’d be seeker next, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-9, Jeremiah 29:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Will Survive

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 12, 2025

Yet through the scent of water it will bud, and bring forth boughs like a plant. In other words, you will survive.

Scripture Reference: Job 14:7-9 (KJV) “For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the stock thereof die in the ground; Yet through the scent of water it will bud, and ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 15 - The Gradual Steps Of Backsliding Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 9, 2024

Jonah walked away from God and landed everyone aboard the ship he travelled in big trouble. Backsliding is a gradual process, but if we repent and turn back to the Lord we can be reconciled and restored to our first love.

We read in Jonah 1:10-12, Then the men were terrified. They knew that he was running away from the LORD, because he had told them. They asked Jonah, "Why have you done this?" The storm was getting worse. So they asked Jonah, "What should we do with you to calm the sea?" He told ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:10-12, 2 Timothy 4:5, Acts 3:19, Revelation 2:5, Matthew 28:18-20, Hebrews 10:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Don't Slip

Contributed by Tom Rhodes on Jun 1, 2001

Many lose interest once the "new" wears off.

Hebrews 2:1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip. 1. It is possible to have the word lose importance in our lives. 2. As a teenager I would watch the Top 40 songs. There might be a song in the Top 10 for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Paul Demonstrated Wisdom Before His Accusers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Paul teaches us how to demonstrate tact, diplomacy and truthful speech in the face of stiff criticism

How Paul Demonstrated Wisdom Before His Accusers (Acts 23:1-5) Illustration:Whatever you do, you need courage. Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising that tempt you to believe your critics are right. To map out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 7, 2001

The key to being a successful Christian is following Jesus

To Follow Jesus Selected Passages – Matthew 4:19a January 7, 2001 Introduction I. Follow the Leader Have you ever played the game “Follow the Leader?” The game consisted of one person who was the leader and the rest of the players were followers. The leader did something and the rest of the group ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Eleven Beneficial Enabling Powers Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 14, 2005

Too many of us fail to appropriate the enabling power of the Holy Spirit in our lives, relationships and ministries to our own detriment. The following eleven descriptions give a brief over view of the ways the Holy Spirit empowers us to do exceedingly

How The Holy Spirit Functions for Believers John 16:13-16 Too many of us fail to appropriate the enabling power of the Holy Spirit in our lives, relationships and ministries to our own detriment. The following eleven descriptions give a brief over view of the ways the Holy Spirit empowers ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Supper With Sister Series

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004

I heard God calling me the other night. It wasn’t something powerful or amazing, it was just a quiet questioning in my spirit saying, ‘Do you have some time for me today?’ Of course part of my mind says, ‘Lord, what do you think I’ve been doing all week

Introduction: I heard God calling me the other night. It wasn’t something powerful or amazing, it was just a quiet questioning in my spirit saying, ‘Do you have some time for me today?’ Of course part of my mind says, ‘Lord, what do you think I’ve been doing all week? I’ve been preparing sermons ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Give Me Victory Or Give Me Death

Contributed by William Noel on Aug 12, 2001

Three examples of fervency in serving God

“Give Me Victory, Or Give Me Death” II Sam. 23:8-12 Introduction: Ø March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry, a lawyer and statesman, stood addressing the Second Virginia Convention in St. John’s Church in Richmond. There, at the brink of war with King George III, he spoke these memorable words, “It is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

It Ain't Over

Contributed by George Smith on Jul 2, 2002

Being full of the Holy Ghost

IT AIN’T OVER INTRO: Something happen on the Day of Pentecost, Acts 2:1-4 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. [2] And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call To Resolve—part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 2, 2002

A particular resolve is required of God’s people/witnesses. What must God’s people resolve to maintain? Part 2 of a 3-part sermon. Christian resolve maintains God’s...

THE CALL TO RESOLVE—II—Joshua 23:1-16 Faithful/Called/Chosen/Elect/Determination Christians should resolve to continue in what they know to be right. Joshua reminded Israel of the resolve required of God’s people/witnesses. A particular resolve is required of God’s people/witnesses. What must ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16

Denomination: Baptist