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Are You Sure Or Superstitious?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 17, 2001

Many people are controlled by various superstitions, but Christians should be controlled by Christ.

ARE YOU SURE OR SUPERSTITIOUS? Ps. 27:1 “The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid?” INTRO.- ILL.- In front of a delicatessen, an art connoisseur noticed a mangy little kitten, lapping up milk from a saucer. He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing The Joy Of Christmas-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 14, 2010

Isaiah described a future state wherein the gloom which had engulfed the people would be dismissed outright. The gloom of a sin-sick world can be dismissed. But How can it be? 7 keys/undertakings for experiencing the joy of Christmas are...

Experiencing the Joy of Christmas-I—Isaiah 8:5—9:7 Attention/Need: Gloom/Hopelessness/Melancholy/Depression/Despondency— Uncle Fred’s coming this year, We just can’t afford it, Overdrawn?, again!, Oh no!, I can’t believe this has happening, I wish this would all go away....Ahhhhh. The joyous ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Positional Sanctification Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 5, 2018

His position is his standing in Christ.

(20) Introduction to Chapter 6 “In Christ unto God.” Verses 1-11. Being a Christian is a matter of life or death. Persons who do not understand the grace of God argue, “If God is gracious, then we should sin more so we receive more grace.” Those who trust Christ are identified with Him by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Questions Answered Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 14, 2014

A study of Daniel chapter 12 revealing the 1260, 1290, and 1335 days

Daniel 12: 1 – 13 Questions Answered 3 Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever. 4 “But you, Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book until the time of the end; many shall run to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God Is Good… All The Time! Reconnecting With The Father’s Unfailing Love

Contributed by Sebastien Richard on Jul 28, 2021

How can we get believers to believe the depth of the love of God? Is it even possible? Yes, it is! But we need a love overhaul in our understanding first...

By Sebastien Richard, Author and Bible teacher, Thriving on Purpose Ministries: https://www.thrivingonpurpose.com/ In his epistle to the Romans, Paul admonishes us: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18-19, Matthew 7:9-11, Jeremiah 29:11, James 1:13, 1 Corinthians 1:20, Romans 8:28, Romans 12:2, Luke 13:4-5, Matthew 17:14-18  (view more)  (view less)

Psalm 2 A Psalm Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Nov 24, 2021

A study of the Psalms of Christmas, will lift our minds and hearts out of our traditional response to the Advent season, by lifting us into the heavenly perspective and purpose of what this season is all about!

I’m going to begin today’s message by having us read the 2nd Psalm, and after the reading we will pray, and I’ll explain why we are in this text this morning: Psalm 2 (KJV) 1 Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? 2 The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

God Will Conquer You - 2 Samuel 5:1-25 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 2, 2025

Conquered by Grace or Judgment God wins His people by drawing; crushes foes by power. Rebellion ends one way or another—choose the heart-won path to the Great Son of David.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Introduction Samuel anointed David in 1 Samuel 16. Twenty-one chapters later he becomes king of all Israel. The two-state ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-25

How Jesus Feels About Idolatry (Revelation 2:12-28) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 22, 2025

Jesus views turning to other gods, as being sexually immoral to your Husband. Also, the persecution will one day be reversed, and we will rule with an iron rod, if we overcome/conquer.

How Jesus feels about idolatry (Revelation 2:12-28) Today, we will tackle two of Jesus' messages, to two of the seven churches. The first one, that I'll use as kind of skeleton and starting point, is to the angel and his church in Pergamum. About half way through, I'll add in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-28

Risk, Investment, And Getting Old - Ecclesiastes 11:1-12:8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 31, 2025

One of the biggest obstacles to enjoyment of life is the troubles connected with old age. This message will show you how to enjoy life even amidst the ravages of aging.

11:1 Send your bread on the surface of the waters, for after many days you may find it. 2 Give a portion to seven or even to eight, for you don't know what disaster may happen on earth. 3 If the clouds are full, they will pour out rain on the earth; whether a tree falls to the south or the ...read more

Kingdom Greatness - Matthew 5:19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 2, 2024

People who seek glory and honor in this world are called megalomaniacs. If that’s such a bad thing in this world, why does Jesus want us to seek greatness in the kingdom? Is greatness in the kingdom ever a motivating factor for things you do?

Matthew 5:17 "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:19

Reconciled Relationships - Matthew 5:22-26 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 3, 2024

When you're holding a grudge against someone, God will not accept your worship -- unless ...

Matthew 5:19-26 Anyone who breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20 For I tell you that unless your righteousness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:22-26

Down To Earth Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 30, 2002

Jesus came for us.

DOWN TO EARTH John 1:14-18 S: Incarnation Th: Christmas: It’s About Jesus Pr: JESUS CAME FOR US. ?: How do we know? KW: Steps TS: In John 1:14-18, we will find five steps that lead us to discovering how God reveals Himself. The ____ step that leads us to discovering how God reveals Himself ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Fatal Living, Vital Dying Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 1, 2002

We are made right with God by God.

FATAL LIVING, VITAL DYING Galatians 2:15-21 S: Justification Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: WE ARE MADE RIGHT WITH GOD BY GOD. ?: What? KW: Implications TS: We will find in our study of Galatians 2:15-21 two implications of being made right with God by God. The _____ implication of being made right ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Value Of Rest

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 14, 2002

Rest is important. Here are four reasons why.

By and large, Americans don’t value rest and relaxation. On the contrary, we’ve made a virtue of unceasing labor; we brag about how busy we are, as if the hectic pace of our lives is proof that we’re important and significant. We feel guilty when we’re not working, and we’re suspicious of anyone ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Focusing On The Positive! Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001

How you look at something can make a world of difference in how you behave. Life is like that. What you focus upon in life will generally determine the kind of decisions you make.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2011) ILL. Have you heard the story of the farmer who was discouraged with his farm? So he decided to sell out & move somewhere else. He engaged a realtor to look the farm over & prepare a sales ad. But ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ