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Mass Repentance Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 12, 2017

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Some of the believers had come into the church at Ephesus and had continued to practice magic secretly. When they got the word about the misfortune and suffering of the sons of Sceva, they determined to sever their connections with the “CURIOUS ARTS.”

August 15, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: Mass Repentance (Acts 19:18-19) Acts 19:18-19 (KJV) 18 And many that believed came, and confessed, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Decision In The Desert- First Sunday Of Lent

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 5, 2022

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A paradigm for its own struggle in an alien environment.

THE DEVIL IN THE DESERT “You shall not put the Lord your God to the test,” Jesus replied to Satan from Deuteronomy 6:16: but the rest of the verse says, “as you tested [God] at Massah.” Massah means testing and Meribah means contention. Psalm 95:8 says, “Do not harden your hearts as you did ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Learning From The Hulk: God’s Power, Patience, And Redemption Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024

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The Hulk, a well-known character from Marvel Comics, embodies immense power, struggles with anger, and ultimately seeks redemption. Through this lens, we will uncover profound biblical truths about God’s power, patience, and redemption.

Learning from The Hulk: God’s Power, Patience, and Redemption Introduction Today, we are going to explore an unconventional but insightful topic: what The Hulk can teach us about God. The Hulk, a well-known character from Marvel Comics, embodies immense power, struggles with anger, and ultimately ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29-31, 2 Peter 3:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Uses The Rejected Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

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The story of the lepers teaches us that no one is too broken, too rejected, or too far gone to be used by God. Divine purpose is not confined by human labels or limitations.

WHEN GOD USES THE REJECTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:3-11 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29; Judges 6:14-16; Isaiah 61:1-3; Psalm 118:22; Acts 4:13 INTRODUCTION: This portion of 2 Kings 7 introduces us to four leprous men—men rejected by society, dwelling at the entrance ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I'm Not Perfect, But ... Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 21, 2003

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We justify not being mature by claiming that we are just like everyone else, or that we are at least working on that goal. But our example is Jesus, who gathers up our incompleteness into Himself and shows us the way to mature.

When I first announced the title of this message, “I’m Not Perfect”, somebody was sharp enough to reply, “Yes, we’ve noticed, we’ve noticed.” Well, thanks a heap! Don’t you know by now that when I say something self-deprecating, you are supposed to shower me with compliments and bathe me in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-10, Hebrews 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Who Ya Gonna Call? Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Mar 30, 2009

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Life offers many answers, but only one Answer. Hosea calls God’s people out for their lack of faithfulness to God’s Answer, and by implication, challenges us to faithfulness.

If you’re a fan of comedy movies like I am, the title of today’s sermon will ring a bell. The theme song of “Ghostbusters” went something like, “When there’s something weird in your neighborhood, who ya’ gonna’ call? Ghostbusters!” There was something about the idea of a S.W.A.T. team ready to deal ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 7:11-16

Denomination: *other

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 24, 2015

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The Fruit of the Spirit is Faithfulness - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). The ‘fruit of the Spirit’ is a reflection of God’s character • (2). Question: What is faithfulness? • (3). Answer: "Faithfulness is love hanging on." It is love saying, "I will not quit." • (4). In Practice: (a). Faith in Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Brethren

Going For 'the Gold'

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 9, 2012

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Are you in the fight as a contestant, or are you on the sidelines as an observer? The contestant pursues for the prize (Gold medal) whereas the observer just watches others receiving the prize but himself / herself doesn’t attain anything.

Opening illustration: Show a video of 2 events during the 2012 World Olympic in London. Do you ever consider the Christian walk to be difficult, like it is always an uphill climb? Maybe you’re doing okay, but does there still seem a long way to go? Perhaps you have even become weary and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Uprooting Bitter Roots 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 14, 2018

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This message continues exploration of the second deadly virus in the church family -- bitterness.

“Uprooting Bitter Roots 2” Introduction Two weeks ago we began exploring a subject that affects every person in the world. Either you or someone you know has been paralyzed by this insidious infection at one time or another in your life or perhaps even now. It is so devastating that is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:11-24, Acts 8:9-23, Lamentations 3:15-26

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Sermon # 7 - Wait On God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 24, 2024

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Are we waiting on God for His timing in every area of our lives? If we do not listen to God, wait on Him, and allow the Spirit of God to lead us every day we can make decisions that we will regret later.

We read in Genesis 12:4, When Abram was seventy-five years old, he started out from Haran, as the LORD had told him to do; and Lot went with him. (GNB) When Abram was seventy five years old, in obedience to what the Lord told him to do, he departed from Haran. When God spoke to Abram, he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8, Genesis 12:7, Genesis 16:3, Genesis 16:16, Genesis 17:1, Exodus 2:11-12, Acts 7:23-25, Exodus 2:15, Exodus 3:1-4, 1 John 1:9, Genesis 12:4 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Other

What Is God's Will For My Life? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 25, 2002

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Many have asked the question, “What is God’s will for my life?” and when God has answered they have chosen to ignore it, denied it’s God or even been to afraid to do it. But our relationship with God is the determining factor of whether we do God’s will o

What is God’s Will for My Life? - Part 1 Thesis: Many have asked the question, “What is God’s will for my life?” and when God has answered they have chosen to ignore it, denied it’s God or even been to afraid to do it. But our relationship with God is the determining factor of whether we do God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Fresh Start For A New Year Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 4, 2009

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In Galatians 4:12-20, God shows: 1) The Godly Example. 2) The Godly Focus. 3) The Deadly Distraction. & 4) The Godly Objective

Dr. Yoel Abells in his article this week, Avoiding the failure trap of New Year’s resolutions wrote this: (A New Year) is an opportunity to reflect on days past and to consider the future. Typically at this time, each of us makes resolutions --commitments to change something (or multiple things) ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:12-20

Denomination: Other

What We Cannot Do, God Can Do

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 29, 2009

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If salvation depended upon living a sinless life, none of us would have a hope of reaching heaven. No Christian can claim to merit God’s mercy or grace. No saved individual can state that God was compelled to grant her life because of her goodness. We are

“Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Path To Personal Peace

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 15, 2002

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We’re all seeking peace, but most fail to find it. Four steps to finding the path to personal peace.

(Note: The title comes from a Rick Warren series; however, the sermon is original) If we took a poll to identify what people want most out of life, what their hopes and dreams revolve around, the list would probably include things like good health; financial prosperity; positive relationships; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Isaiah 26:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Our Weapons For Battle Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 6, 2002

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Recognizing spiritual conflict in our daily physical world requires spiritual weaponry - We have what it takes to take on the devil with God on our side and the weapons He supplies.

Understanding Spiritual Battle: Our weapons for battle Text: Eph. 6:14-20 Big Idea: We have what it takes to take on the devil with God on our side and the weapons He supplies Our culture is much like the man who asked his wife what she’d like for her birthday. "I’d love to be six again," she ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

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