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Keeping A Hunger For God Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025

Victory over feelings and emotions.

“ But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin” (1 John 1:7, NKJV). A. CLEAR ANY BLOCKS TO SPIRITUAL WALKING WITH GOD 1. Worries: “Do not worry ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Baptist

A Committed Relationship

Contributed by Arlen Payne on May 31, 2025

God wants a relationship with us based on our faith in Him and in our daily walk with Him.

A Committed Relationship Deut. 26:16-19 Intro. Here we see an agreement between God and His people. Moses is giving a new generation of people His plans for them. He has reviewed the Laws or God from Leviticus and parts of Exodus. Laws concerning how to live (10 ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:13-16, Exodus 34:14, Deuteronomy 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

When They Saw The Lord Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 6, 2025

Christian joy is found not in comfort or certainty but in seeing Jesus. And the Jesus who brings joy is not a sanitized, sentimental figure—but the crucified and risen Lord. When we truly see Him by faith, everything changes.

Title: “When They Saw the Lord” (John 20:19–20, KJV) Text: John 20:19–20 (KJV) “Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unity In A Broken World Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 17, 2024

This is the 7th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#7] UNITY IN A BROKEN WORLD Judges 8:1-35 Introduction: In Judges 8, we encounter the aftermath of Gideon’s victory over the Midianites. This chapter presents us with challenges and lessons about leadership, faithfulness, and the importance of unity among God’s people. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Privilege Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 27, 2024

This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

Series: Social Justice [#3] THE PRIVILEGE OF A NATION Amos 2:4-8 Introduction: In the book of Amos, we encounter the warnings of a prophet sent to the northern kingdom of Israel during a time of relative prosperity. Amos highlights the dangers of privilege, especially when that privilege ...read more

Scripture: Amos 2:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Following The Example Of Shepherds

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Dec 9, 2024

Let’s move beyond the surface of festive traditions and embrace the deeper meaning of the season. Like the shepherds, let’s seek and encounter the living Christ.

Introduction Christmas is a season of joy, light, and celebration, but it’s also a time of profound reflection. As we revisit the familiar story of the shepherds who encountered the newborn Christ, we find not just a historical account, but a pattern for how we too can respond to the reality of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

From Peril To A Palace Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025

From Peril to a Palace

Acts 23 v 12 - 35 From Peril to a Palace The Plot It's Source - 12 when it was day, certain of the Jews banded together, It's Sincerity - and bound themselves under a curse, It's Solemnity - did anathematize themselves, YLT saying that they would neither eat nor drink till ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:12-35

Denomination: Holiness

Why Be Nominal When We Can Be Phenomenal?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 7, 2025

God calls us to an abundant life as more than conquerors.

Why Be Nominal When We Can Be Phenomenal? Romans 8:37; John 10:10; 1 Peter 2:9 A little boy goes into a bakery with endless options but settles for the smallest sugar cookie, even after being offered anything in the shop. Point: Many believers approach God the same way—settling for the bare ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:37, John 10:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Hell's Gates SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Christ builds His church and Satan cannot prevail because he does not have the right. The church has the authority to defeat Satan.

Jesus said, "On this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it" (Matthew 16:18, NIV). In biblical times, city gates were fortified to protect against enemy armies. The gates were the only entrance to the city, and anyone who wanted to enter had to seek permission from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Topics: Halloween, Spiritual Warfare

Nurturing Your Heart For Spiritual Growth SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Man's behavior stems from the heart

Today, we will discuss the importance of guarding our hearts and how our conduct stems from the condition of our hearts. In Proverbs, it is written, "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it" (Proverbs 4:23, NIV). Let us delve into this verse and explore its meaning. To ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Heart

Leading Others Upwards Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003

Leaders have an obligation to instruct others and not cause people to stumble. This is only possible when we stand in awe of God’s name.

Leading Others Upward There are some things that only a mom can teach… My mother taught me about anticipation: “Just wait until your father gets home!” My mother taught me about medical science: “If you don’t stop crossing your eyes, they’re going to stay that way.” My mother taught me about ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Purpose Of My Worship? Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jun 10, 2002

A message about the purpose of worship. Do you ever wonder why you come to church and do this thing called worship week after week?

John 4:4-30 4He had to go through Samaria on the way. 5Eventually he came to the Samaritan village of Sychar, near the parcel of ground that Jacob gave to his son Joseph. 6Jacob’s well was there; and Jesus, tired from the long walk, sat wearily beside the well about noontime. 7Soon a Samaritan ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-30, Matthew 4:10

Denomination: Methodist

Faith In God

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Nov 16, 2000

Faith in God

FAITH IN GOD Introduction We have seen that God has provided a marvellous salvation from all the consequences of man's rebellion. This salvation is to be received through repentance and faith. God expects us to change our allegiance. We must now love Him and serve Him - not our old selfish and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-24

Direct Line To God

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Sep 5, 2006

Understanding the power of prayer!

Humor about prayer: A Direct Line…. In the 1963, President Kennedy had a hot-line installed in the Oval Office to head off the possibility of Nuclear disaster by means of a direct connection with the Kremlin. By simply picking up the phone, the leader of the other large SuperPower would pick up ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

My Servant Job Series

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jul 6, 2007

One of the most extraordinary people found in the Old Testament is Job. Job gives us a great example to follow when we find ourselves in the midst of great adversity.

Today, I’m beginning a series of lessons from the book of Job. If you have ever gone through anguish and pain of a sudden and tragic loss you may know something of which this book of Job speaks. Job1:1 In the land of Uz there lived a man whose name was Job. This man was blameless and upright; he ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God