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  • "Burn All Ships"

    Contributed by Brad Henry on Nov 2, 2011
     | 3,520 views

    A lot of times we can let our past failures dicate our future dreams. This lesson will help to show how we can get out of this rut and become whom God has called us to be.

    In the 1500’s there was a commander named Cortes who was trying to conquer the Yucatan Peninsula for its gold. To prevent retreat Cortes ordered his ships to be sent to sea and scuttled so they could not retreat. How where they to get home? They weren’t, they would either win or ...read more

  • The Butchered Bible 5 Series

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 12, 2014
     | 3,812 views

    God gives us the ability to face adversity in our lives through the strength of Jesus.

    The Butchered Bible 5 March 2, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God gives us the ability to face adversity in our lives through the strength of Jesus. Focus Passage: Philippians 4:10-13 (Pew Bible page 1351) Introduction: I. The Butchered ...read more

  • The Blessings Of Hardships

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Aug 26, 2019
     | 5,199 views

    Jesus said he came to, "send fire on the earth." This sermon takes a unique approach on this idea and uses the fire metaphor as a purging of the things inside us that hinder us from becoming who we can be through God.

    The Blessing of Hardships Since this Gospel reading is intense, I thought I’d begin by admitting something kind of funny about it. When I read it this week, I pictured Jesus at a Charlie Daniels concert singing, “Fire on the mountain run boys run.” It also made me wonder, “… how am I supposed ...read more

  • Wise Women Still Seek Him Series

    Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on May 8, 2019
     | 5,306 views

    Today the pressures and responsibilities of life are great. It seems like there’s always something, something problematic such as: financial obligations, marital conflicts, unruly children, faulty products, accidents, etc. And no one is exempt! A common expression is, “Oh no, not again!”

    I. People in the days of Jesus experienced similar situations A. Martha, the sister of Mary, is a case in point. She was so busy with the small stuff that she missed the main thing. JESUS had come to her house! He was there for her. He was not there for her to take care of Him; He was there to ...read more

  • How Will You Answer Persecution?

    Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Oct 19, 2020
     | 2,863 views

    Persecution against Christians is rising up everywhere. Even in America, it is becoming common. Have you considered how you will answer when persecution comes knowing at your door? Have you ever considered planning your response ahead of time?

    ANSWERING PERSECUTION - How Will YOU Answer? (NOTE: Some content in this is from other sermons on SermonCentral & website research as noted) How Will YOU Answer Persecution? How Can We Prepare to Answer the persecution coming in these end times? 1. Hold FAST to your faith, above ALL ELSE. ...read more

  • Part 4: Grace In Groaning Series

    Contributed by Marlou Javier on Jul 14, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,100 views

    Grace is God’s extending favor toward us that we do not deserve.

    Definition of Grace: Grace is God extending favor toward us that we do not deserve. - Both Ephesians 2:5 and 2:8 state it is "by grace you have been saved." God's salvation comes from His grace. - Some describe grace as unmerited or unearned favor. In theology, two kinds ...read more

  • Let God Read Your Mail

    Contributed by Mark Stevens on Jan 26, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 5,146 views

    Dealing With Adversity

    LET GOD READ YOUR MAIL II Kings 18:4-8 – King Hezekiah was a righteous man, but like all righteous men and women…they will suffer affliction. Point #1 – Hezekiah obey God’s initial command, he: 1. Tore down high places (some things MUST GO) 2. Cut down the groves and broke images ...read more

  • Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf?

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018
     | 3,394 views

    Hezekiah's Faith in spite of Adversity

    “Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf” Isaiah 36 & 37 - 9/4/05 Intro: Do you remember as kids hearing a story about three industrious little pigs? The built their own houses, and were fine until one hungry old wolf came around looking for a ham dinner! When the big, bad wolf came knocking at the ...read more

  • Cómo Responder Ante La Incredulidad Del Mundo

    Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Mar 12, 2001
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,861 views

    Dios quiere que entendamos que no todos van a creer y cómo responder ante la incredulidad.

    Hay incredulidad por todo el mundo ¿verdad? Los enemigos de Cristo no solamente se encuentran en los paises extranjeros controlados por el budhaísmo o el islamismo, sino que los enemigos de la verdadera fe cristiana nos rodean aún aquí en México en donde más que 90% de la población profiesa la fe ...read more

  • Holy Spirit Graciously Helps Us Respond To Complainers

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,365 views

    1. The Holy Spirit helps us pattern our response to complainers after Jesus Christ.

    1. The Holy Spirit helps us pattern our response to complainers after Jesus Christ. The writer of Hebrews wrote, "Consider Him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart." (Heb. 12:3) Ask the Lord to help you gain more of Christ’s ability to endure ...read more

  • How To Respond To Those Who Fail To Appreciate You 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 41 ratings
     | 4,506 views

    Throughout history some of the greatest people have been the least appreciated. Even worse, some of the most deserving people have been misunderstood, despised and rejected by those they tried to serve. Moses was a noble man of God who qualified as one of

    1. Throughout history some of the greatest people have been the least appreciated. Even worse, some of the most deserving people have been misunderstood, despised and rejected by those they tried to serve. Moses was a noble man of God who qualified as one of histories most under appreciated heroes. ...read more

  • How Should We Respond To God's Long-Suffering

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,211 views

    1. Have you ever thought about what our proper response should be to the long-suffering of God? There are grave consequences for failing to properly understand and respond to God’s great patience.

    1. Have you ever thought about what our proper response should be to the long-suffering of God? There are grave consequences for failing to properly understand and respond to God’s great patience. There is a limit to God’s patience. Many consciously or unconsciously abuse, neglect or fail to try to ...read more

  • How Should We Respond To God's Long-Suffering

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,734 views

    How Should We Respond to God’s Long-Suffering(Rom. 2:4-6)

    How Should We Respond to God’s Long-Suffering (Rom. 2:4-6) Illustration:The Greeks had a race in their Olympic games that was unique. The winner was not the runner who finished first. It was the runner who finished with his torch still lit. I want to run all the way with the flame of my torch ...read more

  • "How Christians Should Respond To A Non-Christian World"

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 31, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 11,059 views

    This sermon was written after the 10 Commandments were removed from the Supreme Court Building in Alabama. It is a Biblical response to a society or government that is anything but Biblical.

    “How Christians Should Respond to a Non-Christian World” I Timothy 2:1-5 & Titus 3:1-2 1TI 2:1 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness ...read more

  • The Urgency Of Personal Salvation And Responding To Jesus' Call. Series

    Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 10, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 594 views

    Embracing Jesus as your Lord and Savior is the most transformative decision you can make.

    Jesus willingly went to the cross, conquered death by rising from the grave, and secured victory over sin's hold on humanity. Through faith in Jesus, turning away from sin, and receiving forgiveness, you can experience a life overflowing with purpose, peace, and restoration. This gift of ...read more

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