Sermons on Saying No:

The Call Of Elisha - "Fully Surrendered” Part 2 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 15, 2022

Elisha continued his journey with Elijah passing through two more towns - Jericho and Jordan, both with special teaching we can personally apply. After that, Elijah was caught up and Elisha became God’s powerful prophet.

THE CALL OF ELISHA - “FULLY SURRENDERED” PART 2 OF 2 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 2 We continue the account of the call of Elisha as he succeeded Elijah. This is Part 2. 2Kings 2 v 4 [[Elijah said to him, “Elisha, please stay here, for the LORD has sent me to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:8-14, Joshua 2:22-23, 2 Kings 2:6, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Kings 2:9-13, 2 Kings 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Advent: Embracing Peace In The Midst Of Chaos Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 7, 2023

As we gather on this second Sunday of Advent, our hearts are drawn to the theme of peace. In a world filled with chaos, uncertainty, and noise, the promise of peace holds profound significance.

Advent: Embracing Peace in the Midst of Chaos Introduction: As we gather on this second Sunday of Advent, our hearts are drawn to the theme of peace. In a world filled with chaos, uncertainty, and noise, the promise of peace holds profound significance. Listen to the words of Psalm 46 God is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Philippians 4:6-7, John 14:27, Romans 12:2, Psalm 29:11, James 3:17-18, Matthew 5:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Source Of Great Joy

Contributed by Brian Williams on Dec 17, 2023

Believers don't have to wait for everything to be good and perfect before we have joy because our ultimate source of joy comes from the Savior not the situation.

Today we are in our second week of this Advent season and will be looking at Luke 2:8-12. Here, Luke records the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. After He is born, the angels show up and share this good news of great joy to the humble shepherds in the field. Let’s look again at Luke 2:8-12: 8 And in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Resurrection: The Gospel Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 6, 2024

Unfinished notes on the doctrine of the resurrection for a Bible study that I am teaching on Wednesday evenings.

Background and context from my passage: Some of the Corinthian believers had concluded that there was no future resurrection of the dead and this was influencing the faith of the rest of the church. As Paul said earlier about the acceptance of the members of the church who were practicing ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beyond Human Limits: The Transformative Power Of God Mark 10:27 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 30, 2024

Today, we delve into the profound truth found in Mark 10:27, where Jesus declares, "Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But not with God. Everything is possible with God." Join me as we explore the transformative power of God that transcends human limits.

Beyond Human Limits: The Transformative Power of God Mark 10:27 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth found in Mark 10:27, where Jesus declares, "Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But not with God. Everything is possible with God." Join me as we explore the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:27, Jeremiah 32:27, Genesis 18:14, Luke 1:37, Hebrews 11:6, Mark 9:23, Matthew 21:22, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Corinthians 6:1, Ephesians 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Transforming Power Of Embracing Holiness Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 13, 2024

In a world often consumed by chaos and confusion, the call to embrace holiness stands as a beacon of light and hope, let's delve into Psalm 97:10 and discover how its transformative truth shapes our lives.

The Transforming Power of Embracing Holiness Introduction: Today we embark on a journey to explore the transformative power of holiness as illuminated by the Word of God. In Psalm 97:10, we find a profound directive that sets the tone for our exploration. In a world often consumed by chaos and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 97:10, Isaiah 6:3, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:22, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 2:9, Proverbs 8:13, James 1:5, Psalm 111:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Insider Threat

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 5, 2024

Jude gives us the prescription to be built up in Christ. No imposter is going to worm their way into your church or home when you live like this.

An insider threat occurs when someone inside a company or organization with authorized access uses their inside position to cause harm to that organization or government or even, if you could believe it inside a church and generally among the wider Christian body. This was a problem in the early ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Peace In Betrayal - A Maundy Thursday Reflection Psalm 55

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 25, 2024

Maundy Thursday - our hearts are drawn to the table of communion, a symbol of Christ's ultimate sacrifice and love for us.

2024-03-28 Maundy Thursday Communion: Finding Peace in Betrayal - A Maundy Thursday Reflection Introduction: As we gather on this sacred Maundy Thursday evening, our hearts are drawn to the table of communion, a symbol of Christ's ultimate sacrifice and love for us. In Psalm 55, we find ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-2, Psalm 55:22, Psalm 37:5, Isaiah 26:3, Matthew 11:28-30, 1 Peter 5:7, John 6:35, John 14:27, Luke 22:19-20, 1 Corinthians 11:26, 1 Corinthians 10:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Right Before...

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 29, 2024

Are you connected to the source? Let me pray for us. “-Lord, help us to stay away from temptation and close to you, so we can do your will in Jesus name, amen.”

Right Before... Are you connected to the source? Let me pray for us. “-Lord, help us to stay away from temptation and close to you, so we can do your will in Jesus name, amen.” Lent is meant to be a time of repentance. Lent occurs 40 days right before the miracle. Common day duties are set aside ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46, John 15:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hungering And Thirsting Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 6, 2022

Looking at how the beatitudes can help us live Christ-like lives.

Hungering and Thirsting Matthew 5:1-6 August 7, 2022 Have you ever been hungry? I mean really, really hungry. So hungry you’d even consider eating the least liked food on your menu. For me that would be eating celery. I don’t think I could ever learn to like it, but I suppose it’s better than ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Characteristics Of A Good Shepherd

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 16, 2022

The good shepherd is honest and upright; The good shepherd has an intimate relationship with His sheep; The good shepherd loves, leads, & guides as his sheep follow him. The good shepherd is alert and keeps his sheep alert to dangers all around.

Sermon: The Characteristics of a Good Shepherd John 10:1-10 ““I tell you the truth, anyone who sneaks over the wall of a sheepfold, rather than going through the gate, must surely be a thief and a robber! 2 But the one who enters through the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 The gatekeeper opens ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

The Wisdom Of Solomon Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 24, 2022

This is a message on the wisdom of Solomon. Do you have enough wisdom already? If so please disregard this message.

Imagine you are walking down a beach and stumble an unusual looking bottle. You pick it up and poof, there is smoke and when it clears there is a Genie before you. You could be granted any wish, you just ask for it. What would you ask for? Would you ask for riches, fame, to be a king, a long life, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:4-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Study Of "The Day Of The Lord” In The Scriptures – All References Part 3 - Joel Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 26, 2022

The term "The Day of the LORD" is used often in the Old Testament and in the New Testament. It is the time God intervenes openly in this world after the Rapture, in the Tribulation. A dreadful time. We look at all the references for that in a series. Joel is a key book.

A STUDY OF “THE DAY OF THE LORD” IN THE SCRIPTURES – ALL REFERENCES PART 3 - JOEL The DAY OF THE LORD is “The Day of Jehovah” and its usage is always associated with something dire, with judgement, and with events outside the implementation of man. In other words, it is the intervention of God ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:6, Malachi 3:2, Matthew 24:29, Revelation 19:15, 1 Corinthians 15:51, Joel 2:10-12, Revelation 16:13-14, Zechariah 14:2, Joel 2:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First Deacons Are Appointed

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 20, 2022

The purposes of church government are to organize the ministries of the church, maintain doctrinal purity, and to promote the mission of the Church

The First Deacons are Appointed Acts 6:1-7 Before we look into how we should understand this text, it is helpful to review the challenges to the unity of the church we have already uncovered. The unity of the Church is an important theme. When we go back to Acts 2:1, we see that they were all in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Another Storm, Really?

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022

This miracle was not a cool trick to show his disciples, but with a specific purpose, like the others, to reveal himself to the disciples. This miracle was about walking on the water.

Background to passage: Since the end of chapter four, Jesus has been demonstrating his person and character through multiple miracles. He calmed a storm, cast out a demon, healed the sick, raised a little girl from the dead. Now, having fed the 5000+, Jesus sends them away and sends the disciples ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Baptist