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The Blessings Of Submission Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 13, 2010

Submission is a key to life and humility and trust are a key to submission.

Introduction: A. Recently there was a remake of the movie The Karate Kid. 1. But how many of you remember the original movie? 2. The original movie began with Daniel, a skinny boy who was used to being bullied, asking for a neighbor named Mister Miagi to teach him karate. 3. Mr. Miagi agreed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following In His Steps.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 24, 2019

Following in his steps – 1 Peter chapter 2 verses 21-25 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: FIRST: Jesus is our Example in Life (vs 21-23) SECOND: Jesus is our Substitute in Death (vs 24) THIRD: Jesus is our Guardian Shepherd in Heaven (vs 25) SERMON BODY Ill: • C.S. Lewis was once asked, “Why do Christians suffer?” • He answered, “Why not? They are the only ones who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Brethren

When You Can't Forgive Yourself: How To Experience Total Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Aug 31, 2023

Forgiveness.... we give it to others, but can we give it to ourselves? How can forgiveness go full circle? Joseph's brothers had still not forgiven themselves. Joseph modeled the forgiveness of God and helped them experience total forgiveness.

Joseph: Living the Dream When You Can’t Forgive Yourself: How to Experience Total Forgiveness Genesis 50 On September 6, 2018 a tragic event that happened in Dallas. Botham Jean who was a worship leader in his church moved into the South Side Flats apartments in Dallas while also working for the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How A Roman Centurion Became A Believer

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 10, 2023

The Roman centurion had a front row seat in the trial and crucifixion of Jesus and all that he saw and heard led him to concluded that "Truly this man was the son of God." In this sermon, we consider what led him to that conclusion and how it can lead us to the same conclusion.

A. Once there was a Sunday school teacher who had given her class an assignment to read Isaiah chapter 9. 1. The next Sunday, she asked the class how many had remembered to read the chapter and every hand went up. 2. “Wonderful!,” she said, “And I’ve got a piece of candy for everyone who can ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:37-39, Matthew 27:50-54, Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"what It Really Means To Repent" Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jul 20, 2023

Repentance is the bridge to forgiveness, but how do I know if I've crossed it? What does it really mean to repent?

Did you know that there is a “most hated” word in the English language? Google it. I did. I typed in, “The most hated word in the world and do you know what came up?” The word “moist.” As a matter of fact, marketers steer away from the word because it is so hated. No one evidently wants to hear ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do As I Do

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 25, 2021

Perhaps you heard this phrase growing up (and have repeated it to your own kids): 'do as I say, not as I do'. I can swear but if I hear you do it you're in trouble. Contrast that with what we see in the bible and we realize the right thing to be able to say is, 'do as I do'.

DO AS I DO Perhaps you heard this phrase growing up (and have repeated it to your own kids): 'do as I say, not as I do'. That's our response when we hear, 'but you do it' or, 'but you say it'. I can swear up a storm but if I hear you do it you're in big trouble. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1, John 13:12-17, 1 Peter 2:21-23, 1 Corinthians 4:11-17, 1 Thessalonians 1:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Overcome Anger

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

This message, on anger, probably applies to all of us at one time or other. Today’s society seems to have much anger in it.

For example... 1. WE SEE ANGER IN OUR HOMES. We see much anger about significant and insignificant things. Some people have so much anger inside them there is nothing anyone could do to please them. Illus: This reminds me of the husband who was always angry and hard to please. One morning ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Heroes Of The Bible: Samson Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 22, 2022

The Bible is full of heroes! They don't wear spandex or fly around in capes and cowls, but God empowered these heroes and heroines to accomplish some pretty amazing feats that can inspire us to become heroes of God ourselves. Our next hero is Samson. (Alliterated Outline, PowerPoint)

Heroes of the Bible: Samson Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/8/2021 NOTE: This sermon was adapted from my book, Holy Heroes of the Bible. If it's a blessing to you, please consider buying the book which includes chapters/sermons on 17 additional Bible heroes: ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Famine, Fear And Faith Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Feb 17, 2025

When the famine, (speaking in the spiritual sense) hits we are all tempted to run but…the safest place in the world is to be in the will of God,

If you have your Bibles, please turn with me to Genesis 26 - we’ll be reading from vv. 1-25. 1 Now there was a famine in the land, besides the previous famine that had occurred in the days of Abraham. So Isaac went to Gerar, to Abimelech king of the Philistines. 2 And the LORD appeared to him and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Relating To "others" Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 17, 2025

We all have people in our lives who are different from us. In His Sermon Jesus equips to deal in a Godly manner with the “others” who are different to us.

You can listen to this sermon at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Matthew 7:1-12 “Relating To Others” We all have people in our lives who are different from us. They have different approaches. They hold a different perspective. They have different Christian priorities. “Their” approach to life ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Because Of Fearing God

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 6, 2024

If we really fear God, meaning we have great respect for Him, we regard Him highly, we are in awe of Him, our attitude or behavior will be so different. Even toward those who would want to harm us, our reactions would be far from the ordinary.

“Now when Sanballat and Tobiah and Geshem the Arab and the rest of our enemies heard that I had built the wall and that there was no breach left in it (although up to that time I had not set up the doors in the gates), Sanballat and Geshem sent to me, saying, ‘Come and let us meet ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

When Night Comes - Your Identity Is Secure In Christ - Matthew 26.31-56

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 18, 2025

Even when we stumble in weakness, fear, or failure, our identity remains secure in Christ. Through faith, obedience, and prayer, we discover that GOD’s grace, love, and faithfulness redefine our story.

2025.10.19. Sermon Notes. When Night Comes – Your Identity is secure in Christ. Matthew 26.31-56 William Akehurst, HSWC Sermon Script: When the Night Comes - Your Identity Is Secure in Christ Matthew 26:31-56 Theme: Encouragement and Identity in GOD Big Idea: Even when we stumble in weakness, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:21-56, John 16:33, 1 Corinthians 10:13, John 18:10, Luke 22:40-44, Ephesians 6:18, Proverbs 27:6, Psalm 41:9, Isaiah 53:7, Hebrews 12:2, John 1:29, 1 Peter 2:24, John 14:2-3, Isaiah 53:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying For A Change!

Contributed by Dale Sneed on Aug 27, 2002

Change is inevitable--so roll with it!

Change! What comes to mind when you hear the word change? Do you think of the "jingle,jangle" in your pocket? Do you think of the many times your mom would change the furniture in the house around, making you stub your toe in the darkness? What about the many times you have to change outfits ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

Where Is The Grace?

Contributed by Ralph Mayhew on Sep 16, 2002

So often we require justice, but we need to live out of grace, continually forgiving!

WHERE IS THE GRACE? This past week we have been re-inundated with stories of terror. Stories of loss, shock, pain, grief… By now we’re all too familiar with the scenes and the headlines And I could go on and tell some of the stories of September 11, but I sense that we’ve really had enough of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Anger; Sinful Or Not?

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on May 18, 2005

What does the Bible say about anger? Can it ever be a good thing? This sermon gives some practical steps in identifying, handling and combating sinful anger. To show that anger is a God given emotion and that alot of energy is generated that should be u

ANGER ; SINFUL OR NOT Date: May 18th 2005 Text: Ephesians 4:26-32 I. ANGER IS NOT SINFUL IN AND BY ITSELF A. It’s ok to get angry; God does. 1. God gets angry a. (Psalm 85:4) Turn us, O God of our salvation, and cause thine anger toward us to cease. b. (Psalm 7:11) God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-32

Denomination: Baptist