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Robbing God Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 1, 2016

Jesus shares the Parable of the wicked servant.

Mark 12:1-12 “Robbing God” INTRODUCTION The writer of Mark continues to expand upon the central message of his gospel that the time is fulfilled, the kingdom is here, repent and believe. To do this Mark recounts Jesus telling a story that has come to be known as “The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Tested Over Possessions Lesson 14 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 22, 2017

When our possessions control us

A. INTRODUCTION: POSSESSING OUR POSSESSIONS – GENESIS 21:22-34 1. Why does God give us possessions? a. To serve Him. b. To care for our needs. c. To worship or please the Father. d. For our enjoyment. e. To make life easier. 2. When our possessions control us. a. Pride. b. We get our identity ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

There Is An Hedge Around You

Contributed by Seun Jonathan on May 5, 2017

A Message to stir up Christians to always praise God for the protection that He gives us. Even though unseen, there is a hedge of protection that God gives everywhere we go.

Text: Job 1: 6-10 King James Version (KJV) 6 Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among them. 7 And the Lord said unto Satan, Whence comest thou? Then Satan answered the Lord, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6

Tools For Teamwork On Prayer

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 15, 2020

Prayer has great power. If we come together in unity and purpose our prayers can be more effective. Let us look at 10 rules to apply to our prayer life. There is no magic about prayer. Often when all is said about prayer, more is said than actual prayers prayed?

TOOLS FOR THE TEAM WORK OF PRAYER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Thank you Doctor Joe Girdler for the fodder for this lesson. TEAM== T-E-A-M, T-ogther E-ach A-ccomplishes M-ore Moses’ arms were tired, his hands were heavy. Moses had a good brother named AARON. History tells ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:12, Matthew 18:19, Psalm 100:4, Exodus 17:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Hope That Comes From Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2017

This is the 5th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#5] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM SPIRITUAL WARFARE Deuteronomy 3:16 Introduction: This morning, we are going to continue our series from chapter 3 verse 16 of each Book of the Bible. Last week we looked at the hope that comes from belonging to God, today we ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Of The Holy Spirit / Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 25, 2003

In order to consider the unlimited power and work of the Holy Spirit let us look at the various works of the Holy Spirit that Jesus told us that He would accomplish in our lives.

THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT © 4/2001 Mark Beaird 2 PART SERIES / Part 1 Text: John 16:7-11 Throughout the centuries there have been debates and misunderstandings concerning the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Some think of The Holy Spirit as an “it”, an impersonal being or a “divine force.” ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Grave Isn't The Final Word"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002

Death is the final healing and homecoming, but it’s still tough for us who remain and grieve.

Funeral meditation: "The grave isn’t the final word" Someone in our family is in the hospital, dieing, and we whisper at the bedside, “I’d do anything to make you well.” I heard a relative say, “If I could take your sickness and have you well, I would.” That is exactly what God the Father did. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Congregational

The Spiritual Compass

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 14, 2002

Jesus is our spiritual compass because He is the way to God.

The Spiritual Compass John 14:6 August 11, 2002: VBS Sunday Introduction The school that I went to as a kid held an annual camp for all students in the sixth grade. We got to get out of school for the better part of a week and get a hand’s on learning experience at an awesome campground. One of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, John 10:10

Denomination: Church Of God

Someone Is Watching You Series

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002

People are watching us all the time to see how a Christian responds in all situations, may they see ou dependance upon the Lord.

1 Peter 2:11 - 3:7 VCC September 27, 1998 Someone is Watching You Introduction 2:11,12, We are encouraged to act a certain way, live, think, believe different than the world around us. living as aliens and strangers, with a mission, a purpose, knowing our destiny. Someone is watching us walk by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Releasing The Blessing Series

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002

Peter had learned some keys to releasing the blessing and power of God and shares them in 1 peter 3:8-12

1 Peter 3:8-12 VCC October 4, 1998 Releasing the Blessing Releasing or hindering the blessing Peter is writing to a group that has been persecuted, lied about, mistreated, falsely accused, hauled in front of magistrates, ridiculed for being a Christian, very aware they did not fit in this world ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12, Psalm 37:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Remembers You For Help Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 15, 2025

This sermon explores what it means when God remembers you for help and how to position yourself for such divine remembrance.

Title: WHEN GOD REMEMBERS YOU FOR HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text : Genesis 8:1 Supporting Texts: Psalm 121:1-2, Isaiah 41:10, Exodus 3:7-8, Jeremiah 29:11 INTRODUCTION : In Genesis 8:1, we read, "And God remembered Noah, and every living thing, and all the cattle that was with him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:1, Psalm 121:1-2, Isaiah 41:10, Exodus 3:7-8, Jeremiah 29:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Olivet Prophecy (Luke 21)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 29, 2025

What is the prophecy all about, prediction or to be on guard? Let's look at Luke 21.

Was Jesus deliberately vague about a prophetic timeline? What should we really be on guard against? Let’s look at Luke 21. Right after Jesus describes scribes cheating widows, we’re introduced to a generous widow. Did she give, looking to God not faulty men? Do we look to God in our flawed ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Never Sleeps Nor Slumbers

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2025

The God we serve is always awake, always watching, and always working on behalf of His people. This truth should give us confidence in His protection, provision, and faithfulness. As we trust in Him, we can rest in the assurance that He never slumbers nor sleeps.

THE GOD WHO NEVER SLEEPS NOR SLUMBERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:3-4 "He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:28-31, Proverbs 3:24-26, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:3-4, Isaiah 40:28-31, Proverbs 3:24-26, 1 Kings 18:27, Matthew 8:24-26, 1 Peter 5:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go Wash Yourself (Sin Purification)

Contributed by Michael Bates on Jan 16, 2024

Unrepentant sin separates us from God. He tells us to repent of our sins and to purify ourselves by spiritually washing them away through Jesus' cleansing blood. After we do that, God will forgive us. God loves us and wants to restore us so that we can be pure, clean, and holy in His sight.

Let's all read together Isaiah 1:16-18 CSB, 16. Wash yourselves. Cleanse yourselves. Remove your evil deeds from my sight. Stop doing evil. 17 Learn to do what is good. Pursue justice. Correct the oppressor. Defend the rights of the fatherless. Plead the widow’s cause. 18 “Come, let’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:16-18, 1 John 5:5-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Alternate Theory Of Creation No. 4 -Progressive Creationism

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 25, 2023

This is the last of four messages on the alternatives of creation often presented to skeptics and the scientific community apart from what is described in Genesis 1. This final message deals with "progressive creationism", another example of the futility of man's "wisdom".

We have looked at four alternative theories that some Christians use to either defend or explain to a skeptical world how everything came into being instead of what is clearly presented in Genesis 1. The world system took advantage of our withdrawal from the scientific community soon after the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Exodus 20:8-11, Job 26:7, Psalm 33:6, Isaiah 40:28, Isaiah 48:13, Acts 4:24, Acts 17:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist