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What Kind Of Spirit Do You Have? Fear Or Adoption?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 26, 2020

We are living in fearful times. Think about what a gift the Holy Spirit is for us now.

3.29.20 Romans 8:15 15 For you did not receive a spirit of slavery so that you are afraid again, but you received the Spirit of adoption by whom we call out, “Abba, Father!” What Kind of Spirit Do You Have? Fear or Adoption? It seems that every time I get a cough or a sniffle I’m sure ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15

Denomination: Lutheran

The Origin Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 27, 2018

Now we are given the details concerning the creation of man and woman and their place in God’s plan.

June, 14 2013 Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson: The Origin of the Sabbath Gen. 2.1-3 (KJV) 1 Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them. 2 And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What About My Priorities? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 4, 2018

Now that I belong to Jesus, how should that decision and relationship affect the priorities of my life?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Now I belong to Jesus, WHAT NOW? • In this series we have been examining some the implications in our life because of our relationship with Jesus. • Today we examine the area of my priorities. How should my faith and my relationship with Jesus impact my priorities? • I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Taming The Beast Of Uncontrollable Self”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Nov 3, 2018

Now.... Start Aiming that Chair. It's not that the lion is afraid of the chair -- it's that the lion is confused by the chair

INTRODUCTION: Of all the things we have to govern in this life, self is often our greatest challenge! Self-control is listed last as the capstone in the nine fruits of the HolySpirit, since it takes a lot of self-control to exercise the other eight virtues! It takes a lot of self-control just to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

75. The Church - Our Worship Leader Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

The risen Christ now “lives to intercede” for us as our high priest in God’s presence.

IN GOD'S IMAGE 75 - THE CHURCH - OUR WORSHIP LEADER This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:24-25, Numbers 6:24-26, John 17:19, John 20:17, Colossians 3:16-17, Romans 1:20-21, Romans 12:1, Psalm 42:1-2, 1 Corinthians 10:16, Revelation 5:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

A Good Name

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 26, 2024

If someone looks back on your life years from now, what will they remember about you?

TITLE: A GOOD NAME SCRIPTURE: PROVERBS 22:1 I have been thinking much about growing older as various aches and pains continue to show up in my body. Time is not slowing down for any of us. Seems like yesterday we were young and full of energy and oftentimes wonder where the time went and how ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1

Denomination: Baptist

Repent Or Perish

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025

Now is the time to turn to God. Tomorrow is not promised, and delayed repentance can lead to eternal regret.

REPENT OR PERISH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 13:1-9 "I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish." – Luke 13:3 Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 18:30-32, Acts 17:30-31, 2 Peter 3:9, Matthew 3:8-10, Revelation 2:5 INTRODUCTION: Repentance is a central ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ark Stolen (1 Samuel 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 30, 2025

Why was the ark stolen? Where is it now? Let's begin in 1 Samuel 4.

What happened to Israel due to their disobedience again? How important was the ark, chest or box of the covenant? Is the ark of the covenant now in heaven? Let’s begin 1 Samuel 4. Did the Philistines defeat Israel in battle? Did people think that the ark rather than obedience would save them? And ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Bow Before The Lord - Romans 14:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 23, 2025

Will you bow willingly now, in repentance and faith—or unwillingly later, when it is too late?

Go! And Bow Before the Lord Romans 14:11 (NLT): "For the Scriptures say, 'As surely as I live,' says the Lord, 'every knee will bend to me, and every tongue will declare allegiance to God.'" Introduction: Today we continue our "Go! And..." series with a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:11, Isaiah 45:23, Philippians 2:10-11, Romans 14:12, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Romans 5:8, John 3:16, Hebrews 3:15, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Book Of Revelation (Revelation 16)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 20, 2022

John now describes the vial judgments that come from God on a world that is worshiping Satan as God.

As strange as the judgments appear, these are actual events that happen on the earth just prior to the return of Jesus to set up the Kingdom of God on earth. It is believed these vial judgments probably begin about 6 months before His coming. I believe the judgments span the last 6 months or so ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Revelation (Revelation 9)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 21, 2022

We now come to the 9th chapter of Revelation as we continue to deal with the trumpet judgements.

THE SEVENTH (7th) SEAL WAS A PRELUDE TO THE SEVEN (7) TRUMPETS When He (Jesus Christ) opened the seventh seal, there was silence (The calm before the storm) in heaven, for about half an hour. And then we read, I (John) saw the seven angels, who stand before God, and to them were GIVEN seven ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thoughts On Heaven

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 11, 2006

1.Heven is a place of joy. 2. Heaven is descibed as a city. 3. Heaven takes seriously the difficulties we are facing now.

I was tremendously impacted by a funeral I once had. The service was for the mother of a member of the church who was a great Christian woman. During the service, one of her former pastors stood to share his gratitude for the life of this woman. He was retired from ministry at the time, and he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7, Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Twist: What Does The Resurrection Mean? Series

Contributed by Brad Crocker on Mar 2, 2004

Jesus’ resurrection means that we can live with Him now and forever. Third of four in the series "Dying was His Reason for Living."

Dying Was His Reason for Living The Twist: What Does the Resurrection Mean? Brad Crocker Landmark Christian Church, Chippewa Falls, WI 3/2/2004 In April of the year 2000, there was a car crash in Japan. Sadly, a man died in the accident. When the police came to examine the body, witnesses at the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:20-22, John 14:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Johanna Radelfinger on May 26, 2003

Are you ready? If you were to die right now would you go to Heaven? God wants you to know positively that you are saved or not.

Are You Ready? I dedicate this sermon first of all to God for showing me this wonderful truth. And to my friend, Keith who shouted to others this truth by his actions until the day he died. I know I will see him in Heaven. I went to Curacoa for my mission trip last ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:6-7, Romans 3:23-25

Denomination: Adventist

Waiting

Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Dec 30, 2002

We have been waiting and watching through November and December. Simeon and Anna, too, were waiting, and now, like these senior saints, our wait is over. Lord, now let Your servants depart in peace; according to Your Word.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Waiting. It seems that for the past couple of months that’s what we have been talking about. During the month of November we spoke of waiting and watching for the final coming of our Lord. We heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-40

Denomination: Lutheran