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The Elephant In Your Living Room

Contributed by Pastor Kris Belfils on Dec 13, 2012

Too many times we have dreams or goals and we shrink back because of fear. It is time we face that "Elephant In The Living Room" once and for all.

There are several elements to courage that are always there. When we follow through with what we need to do, even though we don’t want to do it, we will see all these elements come to pass. ELEMENTS TO COURAGE 1. Courage takes boldness - To Face your fears Fear, in it self, can rule us and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Act Of Remembrance Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 19, 2014

Mary is remembered as a devoted disciple of Christ. She honored Him by giving her best. Meanwhile, back at the ranch, Judas conspired with the religious leaders in betraying Jesus.

Mark 14:1-11 An Act of Remembrance We are headed towards Jerusalem! 33 "Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be betrayed to the chief priests and to the scribes; and they will condemn Him to death and deliver Him to the Gentiles; 34 and they will mock Him, and scourge ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Has Provided

Contributed by Martin Holland on Feb 20, 2014

As we look back to Calvary we can clearly what the Old Testament believers was looking for God to provide. For us today the LORD has already provided.

The LORD Provided Genesis 22:1-14 This story takes to around 2000 B.C. involving a man that was called out to eventually become nation of people. He and his wife stricken in years God uses to perform one of His many great miracles. Through this amazing journey of faith by Abraham and Sarah we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

God & Government Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 22, 2014

To live as citizens of 2 worlds, give the government back some of its money, but give yourself to God: know Him and love Him with the totality of your being.

A man and a woman found themselves standing at the pearly gates very disappointed to be getting into heaven. They were on their way to get married and ended up at the entrance to heaven instead of arriving at their wedding. The bride was in tears and she asked Saint Peter, “Could you find us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Not Abandoned Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 9, 2011

Thought Israel rejected Jesus, God did not abandon them. He continues to move drawing them back to him--just as he does in our lives.

Romans 9:1-5 “Not Abandoned” INTRODUCTION One of the fundamental questions with which we struggle so often is, “Can God be trusted?” Or, to put it another way, “Is God true to his promises, or has there been an example of a time when God failed to keep his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Tales From The Crip

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

How do you deal with hurt? How do your respond to being mishandled? This powerful message will help you get back into the King’s presence.

“Tales From The Crip” Text: I Samuel 20:42; II Samuel 4:4, 9:1-13 I. Introduction This is a very familiar portion of Scripture. You have probably read it and heard it preached on numerous occasions. We have all been exposed to this story as a great story and example of Grace. David, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Because Of The Great I Am – In Christ, I Am… Series

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 10, 2007

Jesus’ claim to deity means nothing if that claim wasn’t backed by the act of deity: salvation for mankind. Ultimately, those in Christ, as blessed with EVERY spiritual blessing.

Because of the Great I Am – in Christ, I am… Theme: Counting all the blessings I have because I’m in Christ. Ephesians 1:3-14 INTRODUCTION A. Jesus’ claim to deity means nothing if that claim wasn’t backed by the act of deity: salvation for mankind. B. For those who accepted His claim, believed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The King Is Coming...again! Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 6, 2008

The BIGGEST battle of all time will also be the quickest! Jesus is coming back VISIBLY, VICTORIOUSLY, & w/ a VENGEANCE. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

The King is Coming...Again! Matt. 24:27-31; Rev. 19:11-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/KingComingAgain.html One day Napoleon looked over the plains of Megiddo in Israel and remarked that it was “the most natural battlefield of the whole earth.” That may be true, and it certainly is the location ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

Clinging To The Lord In Hope Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on May 12, 2022

Life becomes 'bitter' and we lose hope with we turn away from the Lord, but the Lord restores hope by drawing us back to Him.

CLINGING TO THE LORD IN HOPE Ruth 1:1-22 What is wrong?—Life becomes ‘bitter,’ and we lose hope when we turn away from the Lord. What is true?—The Lord restores hope by drawing us back to Him. What to do—We must cling to the Lord in hope. Why? Because… I Hope in the Lord Leads to Obedience ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

One Word That Makes Us Bolder In Faith

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 17, 2015

Jesus said that the Father is "pleased" to give us the Kingdom. That's significant in giving us confidence in His willingness to back us as we move forward for the Kingdom.

A QUESTION: Was the church a good plan? - We look around at the questionable things that sometimes happen in the name of the church and have to wonder, “Was this a good idea?” I know I’ve wondered. - Is God up there shaking His head at us? What is God’s view of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32

Denomination: Baptist

God Is A Consuming Fire! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 16, 2019

God is Holy and will destroy anything unholy but God loves people who are sinners, so He provided a way to come back to Him through Jesus Christ!

Let’s continue to worship our Lord Jesus Christ by learning from the Letter to the Hebrews. Today we finish Chapter 12 as we prepare our hearts for Communion. We read from Hebrews 11, men and women who were faithful to God in spite of hardships and we will note this again in our passage today. God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Oh Christmas Three

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 5, 2022

Gifts are an important part of Christmas. They demonstrate how we Love - Care For - And Value Others. In part, the tradition of giving Christmas gifts goes back to the Wise Men

(This is not an original sermon, ideas from I believe, Jason Dexter. I have expanded main points and updated for my particular style) TITLE: OH CHRISTMAS THREE SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 2:1-12 I am excited and ready to begin our Advent Journey together as we march toward Christmas Day, which is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Burden Of Worry Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Feb 20, 2025

What’s weighing on your heart today? What worries are pulling you back at the moment? This week, we’re starting a new series about worry.

Today, we embark on a journey that I believe will speak to every single one of us. It’s a series on worry. Today we start by unwrapping what worry is with the title - “The Burden of Worry.” Worry is something we all experience. It’s that • heavy weight that sits on our chest, • the nagging ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Position Yourself For Restoration

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 30, 2025

Restoration is God’s divine act of bringing back what was lost, stolen, or destroyed, and positioning ourselves rightly opens the door for complete recovery and multiplied blessings.

POSITION YOURSELF FOR RESTORATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 Key Verse: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. And ye shall eat in plenty, and be ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love That Steps Forward Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 10, 2025

The Redeemer steps forward when others step back—paying the price to restore our place, rewrite our story, and reveal God’s unfailing love.

(The Kinsman Redeemer) Introduction — When Love Takes Initiative We live in a world where people often step back when things get complicated. But in Ruth 4, we meet a man who steps forward. This is the moment redemption moves from promise to reality. Boaz doesn’t just feel compassion—he takes ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1, Galatians 4:4-5, Titus 2:14, John 19:30

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist