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Trust ~ A Message For Kids

Contributed by David Henderson on May 2, 2016

In this message we focus on the topic of "luck" and compare it with trust. Luck can become an idol for children and adults alike.

Trusting God or trusting an idol? Rabbit’s Foot, Four Leaf Clover, Special Shirt or other “Good Luck Charm” Joshua 24: 1-3a, 14-25 Joshua called all of God’s people together to have a talk with them before they settled into the Promised Land. He wanted to be sure they knew ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Greater, Bigger And Better Glory

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Feb 27, 2018

God is fully glorified on earth by you, when you have done the work given you and completed it in His holy name.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE GREATER, BIGGER AND BETTER GLORY John 17:4-5 King James Version (KJV) 4 I have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do. 5 And now, O Father, glorify thou me with thine own self with the glory which I had ...read more

Scripture: John 17:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Wrath On Abusers Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 5, 2025

Here are few biblical examples that illustrate God's stance on abuse.

The Bible consistently portrays God as a just and loving Father who hates abuse and oppression. Throughout Scripture, we see God's wrath directed towards those who exploit, harm, or mistreat others. Here are few biblical examples that illustrate God's stance on abuse: 1. Pharaoh's ...read more

The Power Of Steadfast Belief SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The disciples asked for faith but what they really needed was faithfulness.

In our daily lives, we often engage in small talk to break the ice with strangers. One common topic for small talk is the weather. However, it seems that gas prices have now taken over as the new popular small talk topic. People are more concerned about their gas tanks than anything else. This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Topics: Faith, Faithfulness

A Miraculous Birth Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Dec 15, 2023

Just like Mary, we are chosen to be dwelling places for God. However, we often face obstacles of unworthiness, unbelief, and unwillingness that hinder the Holy Spirit's work in our lives.

In the Bible, Luke tells us that the Holy Spirit did something amazing in Mary. She became pregnant with Jesus, even though she was a virgin. She was just a regular girl, but she became the mother of Jesus. That's like pulling a rabbit out of a hat, right? And just like Mary, God wants to do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, John 1:11-13

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Guidance, Faith Challenges, Prayer Power

Excuses Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 19, 2003

Moses’ excuses for not going to Pharoah with God’s message - they apply to us as well.

Exodus 3:1-4:17 – Excuses (The Ministry of Moses #1) NO EXCUSE SUNDAY: DEDICATED TO MISSING CHURCH ATTENDEES! To make it possible for everyone to attend church this Sunday, we are going to have a special "No Excuse Sunday": Cots will be placed in the foyer for those who say, "Sunday is my only ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Magnifying Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 9, 2002

Paul’s one consuming desire was to magnify Christ in his life. As believers, we should strife for the same.

MAGNIFYING CHRIST Philippians 1:8-20 INTRO: Paul’s one consuming desire was to have Christ enlarged, even if his own body and life was entirely lost sight of. Paul was continually seeking to get self out of the way, and magnify Christ. After all, this is the only way we have in this life of MAKING ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Peter's Mother-In-Law Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 10, 2004

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "The Touch Of Jesus".

Series: The Touch Of Jesus [#3] PETER’S MOTHER-IN-LAW Mark 1:29-31 Introduction: Jesus came to earth to seek and save the lost. Jesus did that by meeting the needs of individuals and families. The experience in Peter’s home shows this. Jesus was entering Peter’s home in order to rest. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

Something Is Going On In The Shadows

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 29, 2007

God spoke of the overshadowing of the Holy Ghost at work in the life of Mary to bring about the birth of the Son of God. Get in the shadows of God and see what great thing could happen.

Somethings going on in the Shadows Luke 1:34,35 34 Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man? 35 And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:34-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is My Neighbor

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 4, 2008

Realize the revolutionary nature of the Good Samaritan story, and turn it into a changed attitude toward your enemies.

“Who is My Neighbor?” The great musicologist and Congregational minister Erik Routley was once greeting his parishioners as they left church on Sunday. He noticed one of the teenage girls carrying one of the popularizing versions of the Scriptures. “I see you have the new translation of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Catholic

Women Of Faith

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 13, 2003

Women are called to lives of faith, just like Jesus was. Their calling includes this difficult command to submit to their husbands, even ones who are not believers. What is required is the same thing required of Jesus; an obedient faith.

May 11, 2003 "Women of Faith" 1 Peter 3:1-7 Pastor Jon MacKinney ______________________________________________________________________________________ Christianity, our faith, is most challenging when we read passages of Scripture like the one we read last week. From the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Promises Kept Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 5, 2001

Three facts to help us understand why the nation of Israel rejects Jesus as their Messiah.

Note: This sermon was introduced by the drama "The Perfect Bonds of Love"). God has a plan. It’s a plan that started at creation, and it has continued even when human sin corrupted God’s wonderful creation. It’s a plan that’s taken lots of twists and turns along the ways, a plan full of surprising ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Are Blessed

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 14, 2003

This sermon deals with the ways in which God has blessed us and what should be the result in the way we live.

We’re Blessed GNLCC 3/9/2003 Psalm 1:1-6 Ephesians 1:3-10 Special Thanks To John Stevenso For His Help In Preparing This Message Through His Sermon. There was a family in which the mother and the father played favorites with their children. The children were twins, but the father liked ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, Ephesians 1:3-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Narnia: Why Do I Keep Tripping Over The Same Thing? Series

Contributed by John Smithson on Nov 25, 2005

The inticing and deceptive power of Turkish Delight. How the consequences of our choices build strongholds in our lives.

Why Do I Keep Tripping Over The Same Thing? Part 1 Admitting the Stronghold (if you e-mail me a request, I will send you the power point for this sermon) Why Do I Keep Tripping Over The Same Thing? Part 1 Admitting the Stronghold The Story of Samson A. Beginning in Judges chapter 13, we begin to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Church Of God

James, Son Of Thunder

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jul 2, 2007

Have you ever known someone whose aggressive, ambitious personality just rubbed you the wrong way? Have you known someone who was so self-seeking that you couldn’t help but hope something humiliating would happen to them,just to teach them a lesson?

James, Son of Thunder Matthew 10: 2 These are the names of the twelve apostles: first, Simon (who is called Peter) and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; 3 Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; 4 Simon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God