Sermons on Spies:

Recognizing The Power Of Place Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on May 30, 2006

Second in a three part series exploring the need for the church to rise up, and go into the city. This message looks at the implications of operating with "strength and courage."

(This sermon launched with the utilization of Google Earth to provide screen shots of the community we are located in. Could be personalized to each church’s community.) Kenneth Scott Latourette writes that from A.D. 500 to 1500 the church did not grow. It merely exchanged real estate. We gave ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Dealing With A Doubting Heart Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 3, 2001

Three different reactions to adversity are portrayed in this text.

“When Life is the Pits” A Study of the Life of Joseph Sermon # 7 “Dealing With A Doubting Heart” Gen 42:29-38 - 43:1-14 Last week we saw how the hand of God was drawing the brothers of Joseph to Him. God used the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How God Uses Circumstances For Our Growth

Contributed by Bill Burnett on Feb 27, 2003

How does God use circumstances to help us fulfill and release God’s dreams for our lives

HOW GOD USES CIRCUMSTANCES TO HELP US REACH OUR DREAMS Going To The Next Level Series We’ve been talking about dreams for the last four weeks. I believe that every person in this room has a dream hidden in you somewhere. It is our desire that we help you find and release God’s dreams for your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:8-28

Denomination: Foursquare

How To Enjoy Life More

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 3, 2007

This sermon examines how we can enjoy life more.

Introduction: Psalm 122:1 says, “I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord.” KJV How many of you can honestly say that you are glad to be in the house of the Lord this morning, as opposed to the finest hospital in America? Let me ask you another question this ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

14,600 Days Of The Same Old Same Old, Then God.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 4, 2008

THIS IS A POWERFUL LESSON THAT GOD HAS MORE FOR YOU. We have a greater potential just ask Moses and the tribe of Dan!

14,600 DAYS OF THE SAME OLD SAME OLD? THEN GOD? SET YOUR MIND ON A MIRACLE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Hebrews 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Ephes. 3:20 Now unto him that is able ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does God Want From Me?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 27, 2013

What Does God Want from Me? 1) Nothing! 2) Everything!

What’s the worst summer job you’ve ever had? Mine was working for a home cleaning company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Because I didn’t have a car of my own to drive to palatial homes overlooking Lake Michigan to scrub bathroom floors and dust antique furniture in relative peace, I ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Grappling With Guilt Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 26, 2013

Joseph teaches an important lesson on overcoming guilt. This message will examine the Source, the Symptoms and the Solution for guilt.

It was Ninth Grade English Literature class. We were reading American short stories, and our assignment was to read Edgar Allen Poe’s “The Tell Tale Heart.” Following are some highlights from the chilling tale... “The officers were satisfied. My MANNER had convinced ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Your Calling? (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2016

"There is no success without sacrifice. If you succeed without sacrifice it is because someone has suffered before you. If you sacrifice without success it is because someone will succeed after." (Adoniram Judson)

Opening Illustration: Henri Nouwen was also a person whose heart was to serve the Lord. And as a world-renown Catholic educator and teacher he had a great deal of success in encouraging others in their faith. Yet one day, God asked him to leave that and become a house parent in the Le Arche ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Book Of Joshua 1 Of 9

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 26, 2022

In our scripture reading, we see the death of Moses has taken place

Moses goes down in the pages of history as one of the greatest men who ever walked on this earth. Once the death of this great man of God took place, many probably felt like everything was coming to an end. But I am convinced that one of the reasons that God removes great men from the earth, such ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

He Goes Before You Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 14, 2024

The Lord carried you thus far. He is going before you and he will guide you, lead you. He will reward you. May God be with you and bless.

Text: Deuteronomy 1:29-40 Theme: “The Lord Goes before You”   Greetings: A Happy and a Prosperous New Year 2024! The Lord is good and His love endures forever!!   Introduction: Deuteronomy means “Second Law”. This Book of Deuteronomy is didactic rather than historical. It consists of a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:29-40

Denomination: Methodist

Team Meeting Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Stewart on Apr 5, 2001

Football (church) Team Meeting telling the team the expectations of the Owner (GOD) and the coaching staff (Church Leadership-Pastors) for the new season.

Team Meeting of the Minnehaha Saints Enter auditorium dressed as a football coach This last week I was talking to the Owner and General Manager of the team And he told me to call this team meeting today To tell you about some of His plans for the team in the up coming season · Introduce Coaching ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Excellence #7 - Determination Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 8, 2000

WHAT EVER YOU DO IN YOUR PERSUIT OF EXCELLENCE - DON'T QUIT!

Commitment To Excellence - Part 7 Determination Phil 3:13-14; Heb 12:1-2; 2 Tim 4:7 Introduction: Understanding Our Terms A. Vision - The ability to see beyond the majority; Viewing life’s circumstances from God’s perspective. B. Dreams - God given ideas, plans or goals that lead to God-honoring ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing Today For Tomorrow's Wonders Series

Contributed by Michael Wilson on Sep 15, 2006

Are you preparing today for the wonders that God wants to do in your life tomorrow? This look at Joshua 3:1-5 will help you learn how to follow God’s presence, consecrate yourself and learn how to see God’s amazing works.

Introduction •Man was created that can exist in the natural, materialistic realm and in the supernatural, spiritual realm. This is a very important concept for us to grasp. •The Israelites are ready to cross the Jordan into the Promised Land. •They received a great report from the two ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Walking In Joy Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 23, 2003

This is the 11th study in the study "Light In The Darkness".

WALKING IN JOY 2 John 1:1-13 In a world of pain, misery, corruption, etc…; how does a Christian find joy in their Christian walk? 2 John helps us answer this question. This letter, which is addressed to the “chosen lady and her children”, is thought by some to be the cover letter to 1 John ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Moments Of Temptation

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Nov 23, 2010

After every great victory comes a test.

Matthew 3:16 – 4: 1-11 16 And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational