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Sacrifice Of Praise

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jun 19, 2021

The terms praise and sacrifice seem to be opposites of one another. Praise generally bubbles from a happy and a grateful heart. Sacrifice, on the other hand, costs us something. What then does it mean to offer – sacrifice of praise?

Hebrews 13:15 - Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name. Psalm 49:14 - Offer to God the sacrifice of praise Praise generally bubbles from a happy and a grateful heart. Sacrifice, on the other hand, costs ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15, Psalm 49:14, 1 Chronicles 21:24, Psalm 34:1, Acts 16:23-25, Isaiah 61:3, 2 Chronicles 20:22, Psalm 103:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Finders Keepers, Losers Weepers

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 9, 2020

Finders keepers, loser’s weepers. From dictionary.com. "A person who finds something can keep it, and the loser has no right to it. This proverb is of dubious ethical merit."

This is one of the most familiar stories in the Bible. Most of us have heard the story from Sunday school. We have sung songs about Zacchaeus. So, what “fresh” lesson can be told concerning these verses. I. Jesus Always does the Finding 1. Most of us have heard and or used the saying, “Finders ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Change Agent For Christ / Catalyst

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 9, 2020

When Jesus said Ye are the salt of the earth He was making a proclamation and expectation. He is expecting for us to start something, to ignite a fire in people, to be the catalyst transforming the stinking mess of the world to burn for reconciliation with God.

A Change Agent for Christ By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- Earlier this week I posted on my FB page I GOT A TESTIMONY and I told how God orchestrated an encounter this week with 2 young men as I came out of Dollartree, one of whom was a Muslim. The encounter ended up with prayer and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:17, Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Apostolic

People Of The First Christmas-Joseph Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 23, 2020

Joseph is really the unsung hero of the Christmas story. He did have a crucial role to play, and best of all, he obeyed God when he was told to do something. Joseph, we salute you!

Introduction: Joseph, the husband of Mary, could be called the unsung hero of the Christmas story. He was a just or righteous man, he obeyed the instructions he received from God, and he also obeyed the command or decree from the Roman emperor when he was told he had to go to Bethlehem, home of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:1-7, Luke 2:21-24, Micah 5:2, Hosea 11:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Procrastinate Tomorrow

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Jan 4, 2021

Many people struggle with starting projects, starting something new, finishing a task, or just enjoying working hard. In Hebrews 6:9-12, the Spirit of God gives us some help with being diligent.

PROCRASTINATE TOMORROW Looking at Diligence, Work, Plans, Ants, Counsel, and Workmanship Jay Yousling, “Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve before kings; he will not serve before obscure men.” Proverbs 22:29 I love this promise! To see this principle realized on a practical ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9, Hebrews 6:9-12, Hebrews 6:12, Hebrews 6:11, Hebrews 6:10, Proverbs 12:24, Proverbs 26:13, Hebrews 5:8, Proverbs 13:4, Proverbs 26:14, Proverbs 24:33-34, Proverbs 20:4, Isaiah 32:8, Proverbs 19:20, Nehemiah 8:10, Proverbs 15:12, Hebrews 6:11-12, Ephesians 2:10, Ephesians 2:8-9, Proverbs 8:31, Proverbs 8:30, Proverbs 6:6, John 17:4  (view more)  (view less)

How To Have Boldness On The Day Of Judgment

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Sep 15, 2024

There is something that many people should fear, and that is the judgment of God. Scripture tells us that there is a Judgment Day coming. That, for many, should cause them to be afraid if they have any idea what it could mean for them.

Alba 9-15-2024 HOW TO HAVE BOLDNESS ON THE DAY OF JUDGMENT I John 4:12-21 Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. is a minister who also raises chickens. He told this story: “Understand Linda, my wife, hates any kind of a bird. Too much Alfred Hitchcock when she was a girl, remember the horror show 'The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:12-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Watch Your Mouth (Pt 1) Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Oct 13, 2025

Did you see something new in God’s word this past week? See a familiar passage with new eyes? See the same passage more than once in last week, from different sources?

Superbowl 37 FedEx commercial spoof of Castaway. If you recall, Tom Hanks played a FedEx worker whose company plane went down, stranding him on a desert for years. The commercial portrayed a frazzled Hanks in the movie. The FedEx employee goes to door of suburban home, package in hand. Lady answers ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 11:13, James 3:1-12

Jesus Our Baptiser: Empowered To Live And Serve Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2025

Following Jesus is not something we can do in our own strength. Good intentions are not enough. Willpower is not enough. Enthusiasm is not enough. Jesus did not simply call us to follow—He equipped us to follow.

JESUS OUR BAPTISER: EMPOWERED TO LIVE AND SERVE INTRODUCTION — DISCIPLES NEED POWER, NOT JUST INTENTION Following Jesus is not something we can do in our own strength. Good intentions are not enough. Willpower is not enough. Enthusiasm is not enough. Jesus did not simply call us to follow—He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-5, Acts 1:8, Joel 2:28-29, Luke 24:49, Acts 2:1-4, Ephesians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Message For 9-11 Sunday

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 16, 2021

Bad things have happened to people many times over the years. There were some people who spoke to Jesus about a recent event. His reply wasn't something they expected to hear.

Based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO on 9-12-2021. This is not an exact transcription. Introduction: The question has been asked many times before: Where were you on 9-11, 2001? I was a substitute school teacher that day. During the second period, I think, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Humility By The Rich (James 1:10-11) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

Now James has something to say to those who God considers rich. However, James does not tell us in so many words what he means by “rich” in each portion of his letter.

Tom Lowe 1/21/2021 Lesson 7: Humility by the Rich (James 1:10-11) James 1:10-11 (KJV) But the rich, in that he is made low: because as the flower of the grass he shall pass away. For the sun is no sooner risen with a burning heat, but it withereth the grass, and the flower thereof falleth, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Humility By The Rich (James 1:10-11)

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

Now James has something to say to those who God considers rich. However, James does not tell us in so many words what he means by “rich” in each portion of his letter.

Tom Lowe 1/21/2021 Lesson 7: Humility by the Rich (James 1:10-11) James 1:10-11 (KJV) But the rich, in that he is made low: because as the flower of the grass he shall pass away. For the sun is no sooner risen with a burning heat, but it withereth the grass, and the flower thereof falleth, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

God's Perfect Peace

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 11, 2022

Peace is something everyone wants, yet few people really seem to find. It can be defined as “tranquility, harmony, security, prosperity or well-being”. Perfect peace is the condition of freedom from disturbance within the soul

God’s Perfect Peace By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - When we look at the condition of the world today and we see Mass shootings, road rage, Covid, Monkey Pox, people killing people because someone got their order wrong at the drive thru window it is hard to envision peace. Maybe you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Exodus 22:4, Mark 4:39

Denomination: Apostolic

The Two Builders Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 4, 2022

This passage applies to all people. Whether we make our living in construction or not, we are all builders. Each day we live we are building something that will one day be evaluated by the Master Builder.

The Two Builders Matthew 7: 24-27 We have come to the conclusion of the longest recorded message in Scripture our Lord preached: The Sermon on the Mount. It has been an insightful journey; much of what we have considered has been very familiar to us, but it has been challenging as well. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Dead Ends Become Open Doors: Paradox Is The Rule Of Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

There is something resplendent in the dark and cold. It's like a cold winter night. The snow muffles all sound, so an incredible silence takes over. It should be dark but it isn't, not really.

There is something resplendent in the dark and cold. It's like a cold winter night. The snow muffles all sound, so an incredible silence takes over. It should be dark but it isn't, not really. There is a pale orange light that shines across the horizon, all night and into the morning. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:25

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Peace Of The Devil & The Peace Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 17, 2021

The devil knows that our separation from God produces an innate knowledge that something is wrong. So the devil seeks to cover over this spiritual disquiet, to explain it away, or to overrun our physical senses with pleasure or distractions.

THE PEACE OF THE DEVIL & THE PEACE OF GOD Jer. 6:14; John 14:27 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A bus full of ugly people had a head-on collision with a truck. When they died, God granted all of them one wish. The first person said, "I want to be gorgeous. God said, “Granted” and it happened. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:14, John 14:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God