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Egypt And The Golden Calf Series

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003

Idolatry is not simply worshipping an idol. Idolatry is not giving God first place in our hearts.

December 8, 2002 A. Review 1) Saturday evening—we studied “The Valley of Baca” a) From this study, we’ve learned that in our Christian journey towards the Promised Land we will experience some difficulty. This is the Valley of Baca. Also known as the Valley of Tears. 2) Saturday morning—we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Adventist

Failure, The Backdoor To Victory Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 27, 2018

Message 11 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message explores principles leaned from Israel's eventual victory over Ai after a humiliating defeat.

Joshua Series #11 The Amazing Race to Rest & Reward “Failure: the Backdoor to Victory” We have been following the trail of the new generation of Israelites all under 40 except for two old guys, Joshua and Caleb. All the rest died in the 40 year wandering in the wilderness because they failed to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, Psalm 32:9-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Inexpressible And Glorious Joy Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 15, 2010

We learn from this section that our joy is based on God's mercy, our inheritance, our faith, and God's prophesies and promises.

Introduction: A. Let’s start with this cartoon. 1. The cartoon shows a grumpy boy heading off to school with his dad reminding him: “This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.” 2. The boy replied: “I know ‘this is the day the Lord has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How God See's The Poor

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 7, 2005

God’s attitude toward the poor, I believe, will cause you and I to look on them as we never have before.

HOW GOD LOOKS AT THE POOR 1 Sam 2:7-8 7 The LORD maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up. 8 He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill, to set them among princes, and to make them inherit the throne of glory: for the pillars of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lesson 4: What Must Backsliders Do?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 20, 2008

How A Person Approaches Backsliding

A. HOW A PERSON APPROACHES BACKSLIDING 1. You usually backslide after being faced with God’s Word and God’s will. “Harken thou unto the voice of the words of the Lord . . . go and smite Amalek and utterly destroy all” (I Sam. 15:1-3). 2. Most backsliders try to do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Instant Winners

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Sep 14, 2007

HAVE YOU EVER LOOKED AT A PACKAGE,OR A SOFT DRINK BOTTLE,AND FOUND THE WORDS:"BE AN INSTANT WINNER?"PERHAPS YOU OPENED IT AND FOUND THE WORDS: "SORRY,PLEASE TRY AGAIN" YOU WILL NEVER HEAR THESE WORDS FROM GOD.ALL WHO CHOOSE CHRIST AS PERSONAL SAVIOR WILL

INSTANT WINNERS 9/16/07 TEXT: ROMANS CHAPTER 9 VS. 9--13 INTRODUCTION: HAVE YOU EVER LOOKED INSIDE A PACKAGE; MAYBE A CEREAL BOX, A CANDY WRAPPER, OR UNDER A SOFT DRINK CAP AND FOUND THE WORDS: “YOU COULD BE AN INSTANT WINNER” **** ONLY YOURS SAID, (AND MINE ALSO) : ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Setting It Right

Contributed by Earie Madius on Oct 12, 2011

What is your priority in life?

The story of Balaam is well-known and often quoted in jokes, such as, “If God could talk through Balaam’s donkey, then He could surely talk through anything.” In one sense, however, there’s nothing really funny about this story. Though it can be read on various angles, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

"Treasure With Heart"

Contributed by Steven Old on Jun 14, 2002

With so many choices in the world, it is hard for the believer to know where to place their time, skill, and all of their heart. In Matthew 6:19-21, Jesus gives us a perfect answer for the seeking believer.

Sermon “ Treasure with Heart” By: Steven Old Introduction: What do you treasure? In a world with so many choices, a believer can get confused, in where he should place his treasure. Most people value their family, spouse, children, relative, friends, etc. Society tells us we need to value, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Trust Not In Chariots!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 15, 2014

Only when you empty yourself can you be filled by God! Do you hear me?

Jesus is enough! Just more than enough! Memorize: Psalm 20:7’Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.’ 2 Samuel 8:4”And David took from him 1,700 horsemen, and 20,000 foot soldiers. And David hamstrung all the chariot horses but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Errors Of Achan- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Jul 23, 2014

Once sin is dealt with, victory and lasting result is guaranteed. It brings trouble and must not be allowed in the camp of any child of God or children of God.

THE ERRORS OF ACHAN- PART 2 JOSHUA 7:1, 24-26 God is a faithful God but He hates one thing- the lifestyle of Sin. This three letter words tie the hands of God. It makes Him to be in opposition against one He should protect. It makes one beatable. Once sin is dealt with, victory and lasting ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:24-26

Denomination: Anglican

After You Fail Spiritually Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

How to celebrate a victory and yield your future to God.

A. YIELD YOUR FUTURE TO GOD: JOSHUA 8 Y – Yield your future success or failures to God. I – Identify the spiritual causes of your failure. Achan had sinned. E – Eliminate the sin that made you fail. “All Israel stoned him with stones” (7:25). L – Learn from your mistakes. D – Determine not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

After You Fail Spiritually Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 5, 2024

Meet God before you meet your challenge.

A. YIELD YOUR FUTURE TO GOD: JOSHUA 8 Y – Yield your future success or failures to God. I – Identify the spiritual causes of your failure. Achan had sinned. E – Eliminate the sin that made you fail. “All Israel stoned him with stones” (7:25). L – Learn from your mistakes. D – ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

A Message To The Church In Sardis Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Dec 18, 2022

The church had become a thermometer that registered the temperature of the city instead of a thermostat that changed the temperature of the city.

Revelation 3:1-6 A Message to the Church in Sardis 12-18-2022 The city of Sardis, Capital of Lydia, a center of commerce, coins first minted there, carpet and woolen industry located there. Only a shell of its former self. The church had taken on the characteristics of the city. One ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' True Family (Mark 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 9, 2024

Who belongs to Jesus' true family? Let's find out in Mark 3.

Was it lawful for Jesus to do good on the Sabbath? How did Jesus answer the scribes’ false accusation about healing via demons? How were they dangerously close to blaspheming the Holy Spirit? Who is Jesus’ brother and sister and mother? Let’s find out in Mark 3. Did Jesus have another ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Christ - Our Living Hope

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

Jesus promises hope if we put our faith and trust in Him.

Cornerstone Church November 12, 2006 “JESUS CHRIST – OUR LIVING HOPE!” “Too Blessed to be Distressed!” 1 Peter 1:3-9 DO ANY OF YOU EVER GET ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free