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How To Pray Authentically: The Four Position Prayer

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

When I first became a part of the family of Christ I was pretty clueless. I had no idea what it meant to be a Christian, I had no idea how to study the Bible, and I didn't really know how to pray.

When I first became a part of the family of Christ I was pretty clueless. I had no idea what it meant to be a Christian, I had no idea how to study the Bible, and I didn't really know how to pray. I've read several books about prayer. And often times I find myself, after reading ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6, Matthew 6:6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Growing In Faith. Trusting God In Every Season Romans. 10:17

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 11, 2024

A message about surviving through each season of life.

Growing in Faith. Trusting God in Every Season Stand with me, hold up your Bibel and repeat after me. This my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chosen, Loved, And United: Embracing Our True Identity In Christ. Ephesians 1

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 5, 2024

A message of hope reminding us about our life with Christ as the center. Seeing who we are in life.

Stand with me and lift your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn to be what it says I can be. The indestructible, never ending, living Word of God. I will never be the same. I will never be the same. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores the Christian call to discipleship, emphasizing dedication, discernment, and dynamic living as key aspects of following Jesus.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a delight to be here with you today, sharing in the fellowship of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are gathered together in His name, in His presence, and for His glory. Isn't it a joy to be part of the family of God, to share in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:9

Topics: Discipleship

The Powerful Love Of Jesus

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 12, 2004

This is a devotional written for our church newsletter about the power we find in the love of Jesus

The Powerful Love of Jesus Romans 8:38-39 The love of Christ is so absolute and so powerful that there is absolutely nothing in the entire universe that can separate you from that love. When Paul tells the Roman church nothing he means nothing. · Not death: When you confront the reality of death ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Church Of God

Docile Serpents

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 26, 2007

CHRIST HAS GIVEN US POWER AGAINST POWERS OF DARKNESS.

DOCILE SERPENTS LUKE 10:19 I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you. We had a tendency, as ministers, to escort our senior pastor as we carried his briefcase from the lunch hour sanctuary to his office or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are Not Useless, You Are Next

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 14, 2022

God has selected you to be the next good news bearer.

I begin with the story of the four lepers as recorded in 2 Kings 7, to inform you that you are not useless, God has selected you to be the next good news bearer. As written the 2 Kings 6:24 to 7:1-end, the four lepers did not see themselves as useless or insignificant. They did not only take the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Romans 10:14, Luke 15:10, 2 Kings 6:24-33, 2 Kings 7:1-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

O You Of Little Faith

Contributed by Samuel M on Apr 9, 2024

The world has yet to witness the wonders & miracles done with great faith.

And immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and caught him, and said to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” Matthew 14:31 Peter walked on water with little faith. With little faith, if Peter can walk on water, breaking all the laws of physics, with great faith, what can He do? He can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:31

Focus On The Good Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the power of our thoughts in shaping our emotional and spiritual well-being, urging us to focus on the positives for a healthier relationship with Christ.

Today, we are beginning a brand new sermon series revolving around this same concept: FOCUS. It is a word and idea we hear in more places than just school, and it is something God desires from us each day. However, here is the truth we should all recognize: the world around us loves to be a thief ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Topics: Thought Process, Positive Focus, Emotional Health

Sermon Series: Focus

Sent With A Purpose Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

As followers of Christ, we are all sent with a purpose by Jesus to share the good news, serve others, and participate in God's mission, remembering that all things are possible with Him by our side.

Hey guys, I'm super pumped to chat with you today about something that's been on my mind. We're going to dive into a cool part of the Bible, from the book of Matthew, where Jesus gives us a pretty clear idea of what we're supposed to do now that we're Christians. You know, like, what's our purpose? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35, Matthew 10:1-8

Topics: Life Goals, Personal Growth, Meaningful Existence, Self-Fulfillment

Come And Dine

Contributed by Robert Goodrich on Jan 29, 2007

Invitational

I. Read the Text II. Give the Background III. Proposition/Focus: Vs 12 "Come and Dine" IV. Describe a huge, tasty meal This meal, in order to complete the task that it was designed to do, takes six steps to complete. V. Divisions --It must be PLANNED (Expound) --All parts of meal ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

A Universal Calling Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because of Christ’s work at the cross, you are able to experience God’s grace which provides eternal rejoicing and eternal salvation.

A Universal Calling Isaiah 54-55 PROPOSITION: Because of Christ’s work at the cross, you are able to experience God’s grace which provides eternal rejoicing and eternal salvation. I. You are able to rejoice in the love of Christ! Isaiah 54 A. Miraculous grace offers expectant ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dry Bones, Dead Dreams

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 22, 2001

How to deal with failure in your life, when you know it’s a failure you should not accept.

by the Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh January, 2001 Sunrise Presbyterian Church Miami Florida Pittendreigh@aol.com Ezekiel, in our Old Testament lesson, stands on the battlefield. The battle is over, and his side lost. The battle has been over long enough for the smoke to have cleared and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Messiah On The Move Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 6, 2009

Moving forward in our faith is a requirement for a healthy spiritual life.

A Messiah On the Move Text: Matt. 4:12-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: Living in Ohio during the cold winter months teaches us many things. However, one of the most important is the need to keep moving forward. When we drive on the ice and snow we do well as long as we keep moving forward, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Challenge Of Servanthood Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 9, 2009

Why we serve and what results when we serve.

The basis of this series is from Nelson Searcy and The Journey Church, however this message is my own. The Challenge of Servanthood John 13:1-5, 12-17, 34-35 When we Serve, We Humble Ourselves When we Serve, We Lead Others When we Serve, We Love God Slide Good morning. Welcome to Hickory ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational