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Paul: "The Thorns Really Hurt" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 25, 2017

Physical Pain, Unanswered Prayers, Grace

OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - Paul: “The Thorns Really Hurt” 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 (p. 808) October 1, 2017 Introduction: Have you ever wondered why God put thorns on roses? Well, here’s the scientific answer from a Harvard professor: “Roses really don’t have thorns…thorns ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flapping? Relax... Trust The Seed

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 14, 2022

There are some simple lessons we can over look. God's plan is trust the seed. Don't eat the seed corn. Quit flapping and start soaring with the wind.

FLAPPING? GOD SAYS RELAX, … HAVE FAITH IN THE SEED? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson. TEXT: EVERYTHING IN LIFE STARTS IN THE SEED FORM… I WILL TRUST GOD’S PLAN. IF YOU HAVE FAITH AS A MUSTARD SEED… Luke 18:8 I tell you that he will avenge them ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7, Luke 18:8, 2 Peter 3:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revelation Study Series 4 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Feb 17, 2023

Jesus is alive! Jesus is coming back! Jesus wants you ready for His return!

Revelation Study Series 4 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled 10.31.21 Message… Revelation 2:12-17b 12 “Write this letter to the angel of the church in Pergamum. This is the message from the One with the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know that you live in the city where satan has his throne, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Blessings Can Be Lost

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Sep 12, 2024

As we go through our Christian, let us guard against our loss of love for Jesus. In our walk we sometimes feel that we got it and there is nothing more to do for the Lord.

Good morning my fellow believers in Christ Jesus. Today we are going to examine a passage in the book of Revelation that speaks of a church that was admonished by Jesus, letting them know that they have become lazy in their love for the Lord. They have gotten to the point where they feel that they ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Final Invitation

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 9, 2023

What is the word which, when obeyed, brings joy to the angels in Heaven? What is the word which, when disobeyed, brings sorrow to the heart of Jesus?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Genesis 6:5, 17:18-23; Revelation 22:17; Hebrews 11:7; Acts 26:14 What is God's most compelling word? What is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5, Genesis 17:18-23, Revelation 22:17, Hebrews 11:7, Acts 26:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healing For The Wounded Heart

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Nov 16, 2000

Healing for the wounded heart

THE WOUNDED HEART INTRO: A wounded heart occurs when someone or something brings hurt to your emotions. "The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly" Proverbs 26:22. I. SOURCES OF HURTS a. Result of offense brought to us from others. (People ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:21-22

Consequences For Spiritual Hypocrisy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do some people think that they can benefit from pretending to be something that they are not? Dishonesty is a serious sin against God. Ananias and Sapphira offered to sell their property and give the proceeds to the church, but they lied about giving

1. Why do some people think that they can benefit from pretending to be something that they are not? Dishonesty is a serious sin against God. Ananias and Sapphira offered to sell their property and give the proceeds to the church, but they lied about giving all the money to God while keeping ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross-Our Ministry Defined Series

Contributed by Bob Hager on Apr 5, 2001

Looks at the nature of our witness as seen through the lens of the cross.

The Bible calls each of us to witness for our faith. Yet often I have had people come up to me and say, I can’t witness for Christ, I don’t know enough, I can’t witness for Christ I have too many problems, I can’t witness for Christ, I have made to many mistakes in the past. They are saying a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12

Denomination: Methodist

Suffering For Doing Good Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Suffering for the sake of righteousness.

Suffering For Doing Good 1 Peter 3:8-22 Today we will be looking at suffering for doing good. As we continue our series of sermons on 1 Peter we will look at how to endure unjust suffering. We are first of all exhorted to be of one mind. As the body of Christ we should all conform to His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Matchless Savior Series

Contributed by Mike Carmody on Jan 17, 2001

This sermon outline take a great look at two name of God and also a look at His Omnipresence. It is 1 part of a 3 part series. I also have a complete 10 part series on the names of God

Mark 4:35-41 OUR MATCHLESS SAVIOR  Intro: In Washington, DC, in the Museum of Natural History, there is a diamond called the Hope Diamond. It is a vivid, dark-blue diamond that weighs 45.52 carats. According to geologists, it is a diamond without equal in all the world. It was found in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be An Encourager In A Discouraging Situation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001

Finding encouragement from God and godly friends despite all the discouragement you may be facing

How To Be An Encourager in Discouraging Situations (Acts 11:22-26) Illustration: Thomas Edison said, "If I had not had 230 failures I would never have discovered the right filmanet to invent the electric light bulb. Failure often proceeds success." 1. Have you ever wondered how to encourage ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lets Play - The Blame Game

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Feb 20, 2002

In this age of irresponsibility, it is easier to assign blame to others than to be honest with ourselves.

Lets Play - The Blame Game Genesis 3:12 & II Samuel 12:13 & John 9:2 Already, get ready to play the "Blame Game": You are driving 100 mph in a 45 mph zone, you lose control, flip your car on a sharp curve, and critically injure yourself, who is at fault? No, not you, the Dept. of Transportation ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:12, John 9:2

Denomination: Baptist

Soaring With Eagles

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 31, 2001

This is a devotional message written for a local nursing home.

Soaring with Eagles 2 Timothy 1:7 July 2001 Perry County Home Devotional "Descending the winding stone staircase, you come finally to the dismal dark low-arched chamber where the apostle once lay bound, waiting to be offered up. Even on a hot summer day the visitor in Rome will sense the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Where Are You God?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 31, 2001

This is a devotional written for a local Senior Citizens Center.

Where are you, God? Mark 5:21-43 November 1999 Senior Center Devotional In the pictures of the ancient Roman method of threshing grain, one man is always seen stirring up the sheaves while another rides over them in a crude cart equipped with rollers instead of wheels. Sharp stones and rough bits ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Church Of God

The First Controversy In The Church Series

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on May 1, 2005

What does a church in action do with problems? How do we handle controversy? By following the example of the early church.

The First Controversy in the Church A church in action will still have some problems. ILL>>>Perhaps the only way to avoid quarreling with your wife is to let her go her way and you go hers. ILL>>> Sue Martinuk, War had broken out between my roommate and me. We dealt with our anger by not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist