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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

Recover Your Way Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 31, 2023

It’s not hard to admit that we are sinners - it’s the one thing we know about ourselves. But it is hard to admit that our own sin and struggle have left a mess behind us … and sometimes we’re still dealing with it.

Recover Your Way Genesis 2:1-25 Introduction During the month of September, we are going to be talking about the theme of recovery. The truth is that we are all in recovery. Romans 3:10,23 “There is no one righteous, not even one…for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” It’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walking The Road To Bethlehem: Mary Learns She Will Bear The Son Of God

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

Why do we remind ourselves of the coming of Jesus? I always wondered that as a child. The reason is very simple: The cares of this world, job, college, family, and the various pleasures of life can crowd out the true center of our lives, which is Jesus.

Welcome, officially to the Christmas season. As we call it, “advent.” Why do we have this season of advent? What is advent? Advent literally means “the arrival.” And specifically, the arrival of an important individual. So this advent season we’re going to be taking a journey, to recall and refresh ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-21, Luke 1:37

Denomination: Salvation Army

Prepare The Way! Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 22, 2020

Advent - preparing the way. At Christmastime, we often prepare the house, the decorations, the food, the gifts—but we forget to prepare ourselves. Make a commitment to spend some time each morning during Advent preparing your heart for the coming of Jesus Christ.

2019.12.1 Prepare for the Way William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Advent - preparing the way. At Christmastime, we often prepare the house, the decorations, the food, the gifts—but we forget to prepare ourselves. Make a commitment to spend some time each morning during Advent preparing your heart ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:3, Malachi 3:1, Isaiah 40:3-5, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Jeremiah 4:1-2, James 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hymn Of Love

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Mar 10, 2018

1 Corinthians 13 is a fantastic piece of NT scripture which we can all emanate in our daily lives. It is commonly called the Hymn of Love and if we turn the statements of love into questions for ourselves AND fulfil them we would be better Christians.

The Hymn of Love 1 Cor 13:1-8 Today we have a very well known passage from St Paul’s letter the Corinthian Church some times called the hymn of LOVE. And this hymn of love tells us so much about ourselves and the way we should live the Christian life, and if we are honest it shows us our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Through Family Pt. 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 30, 2019

Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. We must put ourselves in the places where experiencing joy is a possibility. We need to go after and find joy in our journey of life.

Video Transition: Indivisible - the movie came out in Oct 2018 true story of fighting for the Biblical family! Summary of INDIVISIBLE is based on the extraordinary true story of Army Chaplain Darren Turner and his wife Heather. With a strong, faith-filled marriage, the Turners are ready to follow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, 1 Samuel 2:12-36, 1 Samuel 4:12-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Joy Sermon V: Why Quarrel When There Is So Much To Rejoice About Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 4, 2020

With God's help and the steady support of Christian friends, we live in real joy if we quarrel and worry a lot less, pray a lot more, cultivate right thinking for right doing so as to live in peace with God, others and ourselves.

WHY QUARREL WHEN THERE IS SO MUCH TO REJOICE ABOUT Do you remember the last time you had a quarrel with someone close to you? If you don’t remember, that may be a good thing as long as you don’t claim that you’ve never had such a quarrel. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Ambassadors Of Reconciliation: Transformed By Truth 2 Corinthians 5:19-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 13, 2024

We immerse ourselves in the transformative truth found in 2 Corinthians 5:19-20 (NLT), a passage that paints a vivid picture of believers as ambassadors of reconciliation. May our hearts be receptive to the transformative power of living in the truth of God's Word.

Ambassadors of Reconciliation: Transformed by Truth Introduction: Today, we immerse ourselves in the transformative truth found in 2 Corinthians 5:19-20 (NLT), a passage that paints a vivid picture of believers as ambassadors of reconciliation. As we unpack these verses, may our hearts be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:19-20, Ephesians 6:20, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Colossians 1:20, Romans 5:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Warfare: Transformed By The Truth Ephesians 6:12-13 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 28, 2024

As we immerse ourselves in the truth of Ephesians 6:12-13, we enter the realm of spiritual warfare—the unseen battle that shapes the course of our lives. Today, let's explore the transformative truth that equips us for this ongoing struggle.

Spiritual Warfare: Transformed by the Truth Ephesians 6:12-13 Introduction: As we immerse ourselves in the truth of Ephesians 6:12-13, we enter the realm of spiritual warfare—the unseen battle that shapes the course of our lives. Today, let's explore the transformative truth that equips us for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-13, Ephesians 6:12, Ephesians 6:13, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Ephesians 6:14-17, John 8:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Reaps Fruit - The Year Of The Lord’s Favour

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Feb 26, 2024

We are called to be disciples who carry out Jesus’ great commission. The Bible is essential to build ourselves up to be active and effective believers. However, it’s important, with that knowledge, for Christians to look at the fruit Godly character needs to produce in our lives.

CHARACTER REAPS FRUIT - THE YEAR OF THE LORD’S FAVOUR We are called to be disciples who are to carry out the great commission that Jesus gave to His church. Knowing the Bible is very important to build ourselves up to be active and effective believers. However, it is also important, with that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

The Wilderness Of Temptation Series

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Mar 6, 2025

We often find ourselves in spiritual wilderness, a season of testing that shape our faith. Even Jesus, the Son of God, was tempted. His victory in the wilderness over Satan provides us with a model how to resist sin and standing firm in our faith.

The Wilderness of Temptation A Sermon on Matthew 4:1-11 Life is a journey. This journey is filled with trials, challenges, and temptations. Followers of Christ are not exempted. We often find ourselves in spiritual wildernesses—times of testing that shape our faith. Even Jesus, the Son of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Study Of Lot Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025

Lot’s story is a warning about the dangers of compromise. Though he was a righteous man, his poor choices led to unnecessary suffering. His life shows us that while God is merciful, we must be careful not to align ourselves with ungodly influences.

CHARACTER STUDY OF LOT – NEPHEW OF ABRAHAM, ESCAPED SODOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 13:8-12 "And Lot lifted up his eyes, and beheld all the plain of Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere, before the Lord destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah... Then Lot chose him all the plain ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:8-12, 2 Peter 2:6-8, Genesis 19:15-26, Luke 17:32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Look Back Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Apr 3, 2025

Life can sometimes feel like we are trapped in the past, weighed down by painful memories or regrets. We often find ourselves unable to move forward from past hurts. The Good News is that God offers us a new beginning in Christ.

In Great Expectations, Charles Dickens paints the picture of a woman, Miss Havisham, whose life was shattered on her wedding day. Left at the altar, jilted, humiliated, and heartbroken, Miss Havisham’s life stopped. The clocks in her house ceased ticking, the wedding cake became covered in cobwebs, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Go! And Trust God's Transforming Work Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 31, 2025

How many of us have prayed for a situation to change, only to find ourselves still waiting? We long for healing, deliverance, breakthrough—but what if God is using the very situation we want to escape to transform us from the inside out?

Go! And Trust God's Transforming Work Introduction Craig Groeschel once said, "Sometimes God doesn’t change our situation because He is trying to change our hearts." How many of us have prayed for a situation to change, only to find ourselves still waiting? We long for healing, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Ezekiel 36:26, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Way Of The Pilgrim

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on Aug 23, 2024

To be a Christian requires us to be fully involved in our relationship with Christ. If we truly believe we should be able to show how different we are to the world around us. The more we immerse ourselves with Christ the more we glow with an inner light.

THE WAY OF THE PILGRIM 2 Cor 5:17 Every year since 650 AD Muslims celebrate the Hajj. The Hajj is a pilgrimage to Mecca. According to Islamic beliefs every devout Muslim must attend at least one Hajj in their lifetime if they wish to guarantee their arrival in Paradise upon their death. This ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Adventist