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Ignorance Is Bliss -- Not!

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2009

First Baptist Church of Gaithersburg, MD: We avoid too much information because we know we will have to respond. Some escape into private piety; some escape from knowing themselves. But true bliss comes from knowing how to invest in Kingdom concerns.

You can buy it anywhere in Pennsylvania Dutch country – a banner, an apron, a towel, anything really – and it proclaims, in pidgin German, “Ve get too soon oldt und too late schmart”. Your preacher this morning is a walking example of that ancient truth. Too soon oldt und too late schmart. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Show Or Show Off? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 25, 2009

Many times when we think of God using us and us using spiritual gifts we think of some pretty impressive stuff - miracles, prophecy, healings and the like. But Paul gives us some great instruction about the color of the ways God uses us.

We’ve come to this point in our study through Romans by seeing that since God has had so much mercy on us that it is only reasonable for us to make ourselves available to Him to help spread the truth of God’s love and gift of salvation. Last time we saw that we need an accurate look at ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Craziest Lover Ever Series

Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jun 7, 2011

I think at some point after we become followers of Christ we become Christianized in a way that insulates us and makes us forget just how “crazy” the claims of Christianity are. This month I want us to revisit some of the stories the in Scripture that be

“That’s Just Crazy!” The Craziest Lover Ever! Hosea 3:1-3 (HCSB) 1 Then the Lord said to me, “Go again; show love to a woman who is loved by another man and is an adulteress, just as the Lord loves the Israelites though they turn to other gods and love raisin cakes.” ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Craziest Mother Ever Series

Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jun 7, 2011

I think at some point after we become followers of Christ we become Christianized in a way that insulates us and makes us forget just how “crazy” the claims of Christianity are. This month I want us to revisit some of the stories the in Scripture that be

Ex. 1.8 – 2.10 (Mother's Day) MOM’S MAKE A GREAT DIFFERENCE When we think of Moses life we see all the mountain tops and valleys and behold a man of valiant faith. How often do we consider his mother, beyond the image of her placing him in a basket in the bulrushes? How many can ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Craziest Kid Ever Series

Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jun 7, 2011

I think at some point after we become followers of Christ we become Christianized in a way that insulates us and makes us forget just how “crazy” the claims of Christianity are. This month I want us to revisit some of the stories the in Scripture that be

“That’s Just Crazy!” The Craziest Kid Ever! • Who Get’s Your Vote? • My Vote Goes to David – The Shepherd-King • 1 Samuel 17:1-17:58 LOOK AT THIS CRAZY CONTRAST • Goliath is 9’ 9” tall – A Giant • David was too small ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

The Craziest Battle Plan Ever Series

Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jun 7, 2011

I think at some point after we become followers of Christ we become Christianized in a way that insulates us and makes us forget just how “crazy” the claims of Christianity are. This month I want us to revisit some of the stories the in Scripture that be

“That’s Just Crazy!” The Craziest Battle Plan Ever! Throughout history there have been some pretty interesting battles with equaling interesting battle plans, but most strategies were relatively similar. • Out Power The Enemy • Out Smart The Enemy • Out Flank ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Craziest Strategy Ever Series

Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jun 7, 2011

I think at some point after we become followers of Christ we become Christianized in a way that insulates us and makes us forget just how “crazy” the claims of Christianity are. This month I want us to revisit some of the stories the in Scripture that be

“That’s Just Crazy!” The Craziest Strategy Ever! Think about all of the ways that the Lord could have chosen to get His message or redemption out. Of all the tools of communication that we have at our disposal today, and all the leaders and wise men throughout history that could ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Not By Bread Alone

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 9, 2011

Beloved, the Bible talks about the sower who in his assignment had some of his seeds fall on good ground and yielded bountifully while some fell on barren land and therefore yielded nothing. God wants to profit with us hence His investing in our lives.

Let us pray: Father, we pray that Your power will descend on us and empty us of everything known as self and drain out every unbrokenness out of our spirits, so that Your word can have root in our lives, in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen. Beloved, the Bible talks about the sower who in his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Tolerance Is Silly Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 2, 2012

Some people are weak in sense, period. Others are strong in some areas, but weak in the spiritual realm because, down deep, they really don’t believe things like doctrine matter. Paul attempts to shake-up both types of people who are inappropriately tole

When Tolerance Is Silly 2 Corinthians 11:1-4, 19-20 1. Does it really matter what you believe? 2. From UPI: CAIRO, Sept. 29 (UPI) -- A conservative cleric in the constituent assembly drafting the new Egyptian constitution has argued the country should allow girls to marry at 14. Yassir Barhami, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Accepted!

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 29, 2015

Some things never change – and Jesus is One of them! He still accepts people!!! He doesn’t wait until they measure up or become nice enough to be accepted. Let's look at some ways God accepts us and learn to accept others!

Accepted! John 6:37 “All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away.” Intro: One of the greatest needs people have is arguably the need for acceptance. That doesn’t necessarily mean acceptance of everything a person thinks or ...read more

Scripture: John 6:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Should I Be Free From Bondage? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 8, 2021

So many people, including some believers are trapped in some sort of bondage. Many are in despair, because they have tried so hard, to give up and break free but are unable to do so. But there is hope for all. Most often it is only knowing the Truth that will set people free!

Freedom from bondage Chapter 1 – Why should I be free from bondage Act 11:21: “And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord.” (KJV) Most of us would like to have promises from the Lord for our personal benefit – we desire that the Lord should ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:21, Titus 3:3, Luke 4:18

Denomination: Other

How To Handle A Sinful Person In The Church Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 20, 2015

We have just finished examining Paul’s 11 answers to some questions he was asked in a previous letter. Now Paul starts to address some more detailed problems. In chapter 5 of 1 Corinthians, Paul addresses the shameful sin of sexual immorality.

We have just finished examining Paul’s 11 answers to some questions he was asked in a previous letter. Now Paul starts to address some more detailed problems. In chapter 5 of 1 Corinthians, Paul addresses the shameful sin of sexual immorality. Many churches become involved in shameful sin. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Deity Of Jesus

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Dec 8, 2025

Who Is Jesus To You? Some Say He Was A Prophet, A Priest Others Call Him A Wise Teacher. Others See Jesus As A Rabbi. Some Say He Was One Of The Great Minds That Has Walked This Earth. But The Bible Gives Us A Clear, Undeniable Truth: Jesus Is God.

Who Is Jesus To You? Some Say He Was A Prophet, A Priest Others Call Him A Wise Teacher. Others See Jesus As A Rabbi. Some Say He Was One Of The Great Minds That Has Walked This Earth. Still Others Think He Was A Miracle Worker, Some Say He Was A Healer, But The Bible Gives Us A Clear, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, John 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Resurrection: Our Good News Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Mar 11, 2026

I want to share some Good News about Victory with you. We all need Good News. With all the negatives that are going on in our world we need some Good News. On Easter Sunday, we have the opportunity to hear the Best News that was ever given.

EASTER Today is a special day. We celebrate this day of Easter every year on our calendars. We get out the decorations with bunnies and little chicks overlaid on pastel colors. Stores have been selling lots of Easter related products like baskets and candy. Egg coloring kits are popular. I see ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon - God’s Instructions For Purposeful Living

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 11, 2025

Some people live on purpose and some just respond to what the world delivers. A “life of purpose” is not something you do or something you have automatically, it is choices that each of us make. Living a life of purpose guides all our choices and shapes the direction of our life.

Sermon – God’s Instructions for Purposeful Living Scripture - Psalms 1:1-6 AMP, “Blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked [following their advice and example], Nor stand in the path of sinners, Nor sit [down to rest] in the seat ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Romans 10:17, Psalm 119:103-105

Denomination: Methodist