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Praise And Thanksgiving. God's Will Concerning You

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 20, 2023

What is the Will of GOD concerning you? To give Thanks and Praise to HIM. Thanksgiving is a time to turn back the very breath that we have been given, in Praise and Thanks to GOD.

2023.11.19.Sermon Notes. Praise and Thanksgiving. William Akehurst, HSWC Big Idea: What is the Will of GOD concerning you? To give Thanks and Praise to HIM. Thanksgiving is a time to turn back the very breath that we have been given, in Praise and Thanks to GOD. Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, 1 Chronicles 16:8, 1 Chronicles 16:29, 1 Chronicles 16:34, Psalm 145:1-21, Proverbs 3:6, Colossians 3:2, Psalm 19:1, Romans 3:23, 1 John 4:16-19, Matthew 6:10, Matthew 6:13, Psalm 42:11, Psalm 103:1-5, Ephesians 5:19-20, Psalm 19:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rebellion And Rest

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 2, 2024

The psalmist looks back at Israel’s history. He tells us that He wants us to hearken to His voice. Specifically, we must not harden our hearts.

The Rebellion in the Desert, and in Our Hearts The New Year 2024 is just a few days old, but one thing is pretty clear to me. Although we live on the juncture between two cities that each have noise and anti-fireworks ordinances, everyone agrees that the fireworks explosions heard as the old year ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, Hebrews 4:8-10

Denomination: Catholic

The Lord's Prayer Part 8 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2024

As we complete this series on the Lord's Prayer, and move on to the rest of the Sermon on the Mount, we come back to the issue of forgiveness as Jesus provides His commentary on the issue

THE LORD’S PRAYER PART 8 MATTHEW 6:14–15 FOR IF YOU FORGIVE MEN WHEN THEY SIN AGAINST YOU, YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER WILL ALSO FORGIVE YOU. 15BUT IF YOU DO NOT FORGIVE MEN THEIR SINS, YOUR FATHER WILL NOT FORGIVE YOUR SINS. OPENING ILLUSTRATIONS: DR. JANES BOICE WRITES IN HIS COMMENTARY OF THE SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Looking For Volunteers: Intercession

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 5, 2024

THE ENEMY TRIES TO RUB THE BELLY OF SAINTS TO KEEP US ASLEEP. We need intercessor to arise and stand in the gap for the hurting, the lost and the back slidden. Will you intercede for others?

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS? INTERCESSION! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Watch: YouTube: Wade Hughes) LET US HAVE AN ENGLISH LESSON. 4 KINDS OF SENTENCES. 1. DECLARATIVE: STATEMENT. 2. EXCLAMATORY, ! , 3. INTERROGATIVE?, 4. IMPERATIVE, COMMAND. “Pray one for another!” is a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30, James 5:16-17, Luke 2:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Invisible War Pt. 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 29, 2022

To be able to drive back the Devil and his demons will require us to know the name of Jesus, be connected to Jesus and learn how to use the name of Jesus in spiritual warfare and prayer.

Video Transition: Chosen – Let me tell you about my Jesus! Series: Spiritual Warfare Summary: The Invisible War – Spiritual warfare 101-201 Three points to remember from Spiritual Warfare 101: 1. We are in an Invisible War whether we believe it or not. So, we need to know we are in the fight ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, Luke 10:17, Mark 16:17-18, John 14:12-17, Luke 10:17-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rapture Dream

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Nov 3, 2022

JESUS will come back. This is a wonderful thing. We dream and talk about it and then forget it for a while. Some forget forever. But this is an event that will take place one way or another. It is unavoidable.

The Rapture Dream 1Thessalonians 4:16-18 Have you ever heard one of those dreams where JESUS came and took the church and you were left behind? I have. I also have read narrations from people who have heard these dreams. These dreams are very vivid. The feeling that one has on noticing that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18

Patience Is A Virtue... So What?

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 21, 2021

We’ve been waiting for things to get back to normal. Waiting for schools to start and restaurants to open. Waiting for family reunions, weddings, and funerals. Waiting for test results,

W hat a year. We’ve been waiting for things to get back to normal. Waiting for schools to start and restaurants to open. Waiting for family reunions, weddings, and funerals. Waiting for test results, the next wave of virus, and a vaccine. Waiting seems to have been the theme 2020. What’s promised ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23, James 5:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Time Is Near

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 2, 2024

The end time is near. It is as close as your last breath. The day you die is the end of time for you. Jesus is coming back soon. It is sooner than people think.

TEXT: Revelation 3:3 "Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near." TIME IS RUNNING OUT The last book of the Holy Bible is a book of mysteries to many people as it is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:3, Romans 13:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unbroken Love In A Broken Heart (Hosea) Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 25, 2025

To come back to the Lord and restore your relationship with Him, recognize God’s unfailing love for you, repent of your unfaithfulness to Him, and return to your faithful Lord.

American philosopher and educator, Dr. Mortimer Adler, once suddenly left a discussion group quite disgusted. He slammed the door behind him. One person, trying to relieve the tension, remarked, “Well, he's gone.” The hostess replied, “No, he isn't. That's a closet!” (Myron S. ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1-11, Hosea 2:13-15, Hosea 3:1-5, Hosea 4:1-6, Hosea 4:12, Hosea 5:1-2, Hosea 5:15, Hosea 6:1-6, Hosea 7:14-16, Hosea 8:7, Hosea 10:2-4, Hosea 10:12, Hosea 11:8-11, Hosea 12:2, Hosea 12:14, Hosea 13:1-8, Hosea 14:1-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

When The Fire Falls Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

When the fire falls, heaven responds, truth is revealed, and hearts are turned back to God. Elijah's prayer brought down fire not for entertainment, but for divine reawakening.

WHEN THE FIRE FALLS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 18:36-39 Supporting Texts: Leviticus 9:24; Acts 2:1-4; 2 Chronicles 7:1-3; James 5:16-18; Hebrews 12:29 INTRODUCTION: Mount Carmel was the stage for one of the most dramatic displays of God’s power in the Old Testament. Elijah stood ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Gives Victory To Those Who Trust Him Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

David’s dependence on God brought him consistent success. When we follow his example, we also enjoy divine backing in all our endeavours.

GOD GIVES VICTORY TO THOSE WHO TRUST HIM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 14:8-17 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 20:7, Isaiah 31:1, 2 Samuel 5:19, Psalm 44:3 INTRODUCTION: Victory in life’s battles does not come by human strength or strategy alone. Many people depend on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 14:8-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do We Have A Case Of Heartburn?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 12, 2023

This is the story of the two men that were going back to Emmaus and what happened to them on their journey. They almost missed something because they were centered around their own personal issues.

In verses 13-16: The two men walking toward Emmaus were so caught up in themselves and their own problems that they did not see Jesus or even recognize Him. Undoubtedly, they had heard His preaching, the various parables, and what He was teaching about Himself. It was as if they were not looking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wandering Soul PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The main point of this sermon is that God uses our brokenness to lead us back to Him, promising to heal and restore us when we respond to His call for repentance.

Hello, church family! Isn’t it wonderful to gather here today in fellowship, under God’s unending grace? We're going to dive deep into the Word of God, specifically into the book of Hosea, chapter 6 verse 1. It says, "Come, let us return to the Lord. He has torn us to pieces but he will heal us; he ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1

Topics: God's Graciousness

What Can Be Said Of Our Tenancy? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

Explore the parable of the landlord and his tenants in Matthew 21:33-46, emphasizing the importance of receiving from God, giving back to Him, and understanding the consequences of neglecting these responsibilities.

Good morning, church! Today we'll be digging into a powerful parable from the Gospel of Matthew. Now, I don't know about you, but I always find Jesus' parables so rich, so full of deep meaning and life lessons. They're like onions, aren't they? As you peel back each layer, you discover more and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Topics: Good Tenants, Landlord

We Have A Hope

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Mar 12, 2022

The Apostle Paul gives us godly hope for our faithful christian lives. He tells us that God will bring back those who sleep in Jesus Christ.

We have a Hope But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no Hope. - I Thessalonians 4:13 When Jenny was five, she asked her mother, “Does heaven have a floor?” Surprised, her mother said, “Well, Jenny, what do you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational