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How To Be Invisible Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 13, 2009

There is a way to do wonderful things for God and fade into the background. Our human nature wants to get the credit and be the focus. Our godly nature tells us otherwise. Learn how to be an active part of God’s plan by disappearing.

Where have we been so far? Chapter 5: rely and focus on the Lord, not on ourselves. Make, keep, and fix broken relationships as God fixed the broken relationship with us. Now in Chapter 6 we move to being an active part in focusing others on God—the source of life. What’s the use of having ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Lord Teach Us To Pray - Part One

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 13, 2006

David’s life is an example for all of us not just with his experiences in life, but (as well) his experiences in prayer. If there was anyone in the Bible who really understood the ups and downs of prayer it had to have been David.

LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY Introduction: Last week we considered the differences between a little boy named David and a great king, named Saul. If you remember, King Saul had been told the Word of God by the prophet Samuel. But King Saul disobeyed Samuel and the Word of the Lord. The result was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Having Power Over Your Problems Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 2, 2008

This sermon helps people deal with problems. It gives four facts about problems, three positive affects of problems and three keys to handling problems.

Power Over Your Problems Today we are starting an in depth series on the book of James. Last week we looked at an overview of James. We found that James wants us to grow up. God wants us to become mature Christians. This week we are going to discover that you can have power over your ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Encouragers, Equippers And Trainers Of Children, Youth And Families Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 14, 2012

A sermon that focuses on the congregation and individual members being encouragers, equippers and trainers of children, youth and families

This week we explore what it means for us as individuals and God’s congregation to be encouragers, equippers and trainers of children, youth and families… Today’s reading from Mark 10:13-14 highlights how the Christian faith is different from many views in the world about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Do You Trust? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 10, 2016

When it comes to dealing with the battles of life, who or what do you place your trust?

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • Today I will begin a three-part series simply entitled LIFE. This series will tackle three issues, who do you trust, building your life without blueprints, and we will conclude with a message that will offer a blueprint for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Humility Brings Exaltation

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 29, 2016

“For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” (Luke 14:11)

Theme: Humility brings exaltation Text: Pr. 25:6-7; Heb. 13:1-8; Lk. 14:7-14 Introduction: “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance”. (Ecclesiastes 3:1, 4) There is also a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Solomon Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 13, 2023

Solomon failed because he became complacent and secure in his own awesomeness.

January 14, 2023 The content of 1st and 2nd Kings presents Israel’s history from a prophetic and moral perspective beginning with Solomon (971 BC) and concluding with the release of King Jehoiachin from prison in Babylon (562 BC) – a time span of roughly 400 years. The Chronicles are a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-11, Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Trusting Or Trying Series

Contributed by Paul Foster on Dec 26, 2014

Part of a sermon series on Galatians

Introduction When I wash my son’s hair I tell him to put his head back and he won’t get shampoo in his eyes. His natural reaction of course is to put his head forward and rub his eyes every time the water starts to flow and as a result he panics, opens his eyes and soap gets in and the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Downsizing Part 3: The Halliburton

Contributed by Travis Voeltz on Sep 27, 2019

Today is part 3 in our series. It was originally going to be 4 parts, but I downsized…

Open Today is part 3 in our series. It was originally going to be 4 parts, but I downsized… In part 1 we talked about having faith in worldly possessions is like using a wet paper sack…the bottom is going to fall out. In part 2 we talked about having confidence in ourselves, or in the flesh, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Run To God Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 15, 2022

No one would think Joseph was a lucky guy. He was victimized, enslaved, harassed, accused, incarcerated - but he remained committed to God every step of the way - and that saw him through.

Run To God Genesis 39:1-23 Introduction We are observing Recovery month and have been looking at some Bible Heroes who got a lot of things right but also had some recovering to do when they didn’t. Noah taught us to Believe, Obey, Abide, Trust God. Abraham taught us to Hear God’s call to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Believing The Promises Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023

Explores how to actively live out our faith through belief in God's blessings, bearing the burden of obedience, and partnering in His prophetic promise.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to another blessed gathering in the house of our Lord. It's a joy to see each one of you here today, ready to receive the nourishment of God's Word. As we come together in fellowship, let us remember that we are all part of the body of Christ, each one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:45-55, Genesis 12:2

Topics: Prophetic Promise, Power

The Widow's Might

Contributed by Maurice Lamb on Aug 22, 2002

To encourage believers and to challenge unbelievers

We are familiar with the Widow’s Mite in Luke 21 and Mark 14; This is a parable in which Jesus illustrates a widow’s might; who, against all odds, won her lawsuit against a dishonest, well-connected adversary, and through a heartless, unscrupulous judge! THE PURPOSE THAT it is Important, Necessary, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Big Plans, Broken Dreams And A Bruised Spirit

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 29, 2002

What do you do when apparant failure strikes. Learn from Moses example.

BIG PLANS, BROKEN DREAMS, BRUISED SPIRIT Psalm 119:67,71 “Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey your word. It was good for me to be afflicted so that I may learn your decrees”. Exodus 2:11-25. Moses had Big Plans – v11-14a. A heart to rescue his people. The vision and burden came ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rediscovering Peace

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 12, 2001

We all have a deep need for spiritual peace with God

Rediscovering Peace Selected Passages August 12, 2001 VBS Sunday Introduction A Christian doctor carried out an interesting survey recently involving his patients. As they waited in the waiting-room, they were asked to fill out a little survey on themselves. One of the questions asked was “What is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, 2 Thessalonians 3:16

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Balance The Active And Passive Responsibilities Of A Christian

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What are the best ways to appropriate the fact that God’s love has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit’s renewing, guiding and illuminating love? Too many people take for granted the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Some people are scared of

1. What are the best ways to appropriate the fact that God’s love has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit’s renewing, guiding and illuminating love? D.L. Moody said, "Everytime I get up to preach I ask God to light me on fire with the Holy Spirit. People always come out to watch ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5-12, Romans 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational