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A Whole Lot Of Shaking Going On

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 13, 2009

It seems today that everything is being shaken, but that is not always a bad thing. There are some great things coming out of the shaking.

24And the woman bare a son, and called his name Samson: and the child grew, and the LORD blessed him. 25And the Spirit of the LORD began to move him at times in the camp of Dan between Zorah and Eshtaol. Judg 13:25 (TLB) 25And the Spirit of the Lord began to excite him whenever he visited the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Which Way Is The Right Way?

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Dec 2, 2013

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (John 14:6)

Which way is the right way? Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (John 14:6) Billy Graham tells of a time early in his ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach a sermon. Wanting to mail a letter, he asked a young ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-11, 1 John 14:15-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Checkpoint In Life

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

During the days that Berlin was physically divided by the Berlin Wall, there was a notable place called "Checkpoint Charlie" where EVERYONE and EVERYTHING was checked. Checkpoints are helpful in our lives, and commencement for your high school graduation

A CHECKPOINT IN LIFE INTRODUCTION: (Preached May 1997, as the commencement address for Bosque Farms Christian Academy.) During the days that Berlin was physically divided by the Berlin Wall, there was a notable place called "Checkpoint Charlie" where EVERYONE and EVERYTHING was checked. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:31

"ten Lords," Ten Commandments

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 29, 2018

Anything that causes us to turn our backs on the two great commandments–love God above all things and our neighbor as ourselves–is sin, and needs the healing power, the forgiving power of Christ.

January 3, 2019 Tenth Day of Christmas According to one interpretation of the overused carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas, this tenth day is the one which adds “ten lords a leaping” to the list of gifts given us by our true love, Jesus Christ, who is the “partridge in a pear tree.” The ten lords, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Catholic

Choose You This Day Whom Ye Will Serve,

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 14, 2005

“Now therefore, fear the LORD, serve Him in sincerity and in truth, and put away the Gods which your fathers served on the other side of the River and in Egypt. Serve the LORD!

Choose You This Day Whom Ye Will Serve, But As For Me And My House We Will Serve The Lord SUNDAY AM 11/28/1999 Joshua 24:14-24 14 “Now therefore, fear the LORD, serve Him in sincerity and in truth, and put away the Gods which your fathers served on the other side of the River and in Egypt. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24

Denomination: Church Of God

The Question Is What Are We Going To Do The Answer Is Stand Still.

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 26, 2020

As the world has come to an unprecedented way of living, we find ourselves dealing with uncertainty, unsure of what we should do. We ae faced with structural weaknesses that have made us all more vulnerable than we ever thought we could be.

THE QUESTION IS - WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO? – THE ANSWER IS - STAND STILL By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer Jr. OPENING: - As the world has come to an unprecedented way of living, we find ourselves dealing with uncertainty, unsure of what we should do. As the coronavirus pandemic surges into every ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13-15, Psalm 46:10, Lamentations 3:25-26

Denomination: Apostolic

Don't Assume

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Oct 14, 2010

A sermon for a school service of teenagers, not necessarily believers.

I want to begin this morning thinking about assumptions. If I asked you what is about six inches long and produces a white, frothy substance when rubbed back and forth and in and out, I’m sure you’d all make an assumption, when the answer is in fact a toothbrush. Assumptions cause all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Four Faithful Friends SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Who are the four friends of every believer?

Today, we will explore a powerful story from the book of Mark, chapter 2, verses 1-12. In this passage, Jesus is in Capernaum, and word spreads quickly that He is at home. As a result, a large crowd gathers around Him, eager to hear His teachings. Amidst the crowd, four friends bring a paralyzed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Topics: Faith, Healing

Death Penalty

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 3, 2009

Death Penalty in the church

Why are we talking about the death penalty in the church? That’s the question some of you are asking as we complete our series on Tough Issues. Sometimes people tell me that they wish we would not discuss topics like this one in church or that they wish I would not preach on them. "We just need ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Capturing Victory: Inner Healing And The Modern Church - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 29, 2023

Is inner healing a Biblical practice or psychotherapy? Is there a place for it in the modern church? Dr. Vorce discusses the practice of inner healing among Christians today and encourages the faithful to lean on the Word of God for all that pertains to life and Godliness.

Romans 6:1-7 Summary: Scripture alone offers the truth and clarity necessary to profoundly comprehend the human psyche. It is through the divine words of the Bible that we can truly understand our thoughts, emotions, and motivations. By immersing ourselves in the teachings of the Scriptures, we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

The Great Commission

Contributed by Lee Henry on Aug 13, 2006

The last words of Jesus were for us to go and make disciples.

The Great Commission Matt. 28:18-20 Introduction: Last words are precious. Whether someone you love is going on a short trip or will be gone for a long time, those last words they speak reverberate in your mind sometimes for years. “I love you.” “Take care of yourself.” “Be good now.” We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Old Story For A New World Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Feb 1, 2001

The message remains the same in spite of the changes in our society. (3 of 3)

AN OLD STORY FOR A NEW WORLD © Mark Beaird Text: Acts 17:24-33  In the early days of the Tennessee Valley project a dilapidated homestead was going to be torn down. They were damming the river and the valley would be flooded out. A new split-level ranch was built for the Appalachian ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knowing The Truth (Part 1)

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

The epistemological validity of the Christian Faith. The relativism of Christianity in a postmodern world.

"I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these things to you so that, if I delay, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of truth." Paul has clearly stated his reason for writing Timothy in the above verses (1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Congregational

"The Christian And Their Work” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 5, 2019

How should a Christian go about behaving in the workplace?

Before we dig into our passage, I want to first deal with a question that is often asked: “Why didn’t Paul call for abolishing slavery?” Observation #1: Though Paul didn’t condemn slavery, he didn’t condone it either. Observation #2: Paul doesn’t offer a theological rationale ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Amazing Faith

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 19, 2022

It may be hard to find a place to put our faith in this modern world, but Jesus encountered a man who had amazing faith and we can learn from him.

I think we can all feel that right now our culture is really struggling to find faith. We talk about it in different ways. We talk about the need to restore family values. We talk about the need for spirituality. We may not talk about it, but I think we feel a need for a sense of purpose in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Matthew 8:5-13