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Why Am I Here?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 3, 2007

Looking at the world around us it would be so easy to give up. The cycles of problems and the ever declining situations we wittness. Persons of faith look through the problems and find God in the mists of trouble and pain and we can keep going.

Why am I here? Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 This week we are looking at the first chapter of Ecclesiastes and it sounds like the most depressing scripture you could ever find. Reading the Book of Job is pretty bad, but today’s reading is so much worse. I think it is because in many ways it sounds so ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

The Rough Road

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 27, 2007

A Good Friday Sermon

Good Friday Psalm 22 "The Rough Road" 22:1 ¶ To the choirmaster: according to The Hind of the Dawn. A Psalm of David. My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? Why art thou so far from helping me, from the words of my groaning? 2 O my God, I cry by day, but thou dost not answer; and by night, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Deserving Poor? (Matthew 15:10-28)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 7, 2007

Why waste time with negative pepole who are never going to make much progress? Because we follow a shepherd who will leave the ninety-nine grazing to pursue one lost sheep....

‘And Jesus went away from there and withdrew to the district of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a Canaanite woman from the region came out and cried, “Have mercy on me, O Lord, Son of David; my daughter is severely possessed by a demon.”’ (Matthew 15:21-22) One of the most formative experiences in my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-28

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What’s Your Destiny In Life?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014

We were born again to be God’s children. Children of the King. He chose us to live a higher and holier life. That’s the kind of life that honors Him most. And that’s our destiny!

What’s your destiny in life?  Did you know what your destiny was when you graduated high school?  Did you know what you were going to do,  where you were going to work,  where you were going to live,  And you knew beyond the shadow of a doubt all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Christian Church

Quench That Thirst Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 10, 2018

Jesus is the answer for every thirst and desire that we have

Quench That Thirst CCCAG June 10th, 2018 Scripture- Highlighting John 7:32-39 Gatorade Thirst Quencher commercials Anyone remember that commercial? Here is some of the history of that drink How many people here have been to the deep south, like Alabama or Florida in August or September? It’s ...read more

Scripture: John 7:32-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Stirring At Bethesda

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 16, 2016

We see the lame man waiting on & trying to sense the supernatural. He desires to yield to God and is expecting the miraculous. God answered his faith & healed him. Do we have that kind of open attitude toward the supernatural?

THE STIRRING AT BETHESDA John 5:1-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: MALE’S KEEN OBSERVATION 1. Jason was out shopping at the Woodlands Mall with his wife Latisha, but he wasn’t enjoying it. For over 45 minutes, he'd been 'stuck' with Latisha in the ladies department of the Forever 21 store. And ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lord Of The Flies Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 6, 2025

When the world swarms with corruption, God draws a line of beauty and covering—turning our chaos into peace through His power.

There are moments when life hums instead of shouts. You can’t see the problem, but you can feel it—the buzz in your ear, the sting on your skin, the constant irritation that keeps you awake at night. That’s what chaos sounds like when it’s close. It doesn’t roar like a lion; it drones like a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:16-24, Luke 11:20, Romans 1:22-23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Don't Be A Nimrod! Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 9, 2011

I think we would be wise to avoid being a nimrod.

Intro: 1. Dictionary of American Slang, lists: nimrod. a. a simpleton; a nerd. EX: Johnny is a total nimrod. He does such dumb things! *What stupid nimrod left the lid off the cottage cheese? 2. I think we would be wise to avoid being a nimrod! 3. Don't be a Nimrod! ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Defeating Discouragement Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 10, 2001

This sermon was part of a series I preached on Nehemiah’s one holy passion, the glory of God.

One Holy Passion Nehemiah 4 March 11, 2001 “Defeating Discouragement” “The Bible tells us to love our neighbors and to love our enemies,” said G.K. Chesterton, “probably because they are generally the same people!” In the case of the Jews rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, this was certainly ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Dealing With Loss In Life Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 20, 2006

Scriptural help for those grieving lifes losses.

When Life Gets Rough Loss And then there was the very sad story coming out of West Virginia this week. At first, it seemed to indicate that the 12 trapped miners were alive. But then, three hours later, hopes were dashed when all but one of the trapped miners were found dead. TALLMANSVILLE, W. Va. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Mighty Fortress

Contributed by John White on Oct 18, 2006

The security and safety of being firmly grounded on our Solid Rock, Jesus Christ.

OUR MIGHTY FORTRESS Psalm 46:1-11 "God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; [Though] the waters thereof roar [and] be troubled, [though] the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sanctify Yourselves Series

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Mar 12, 2008

Based on Josh 3:5, we explore sanctification, address sin and addictions head on, and encourage the Church that God will do wonders among us.

Sanctify Yourselves Grant van Boeschoten March 9, 2008 Joshua 3:5 (NKJV) And Joshua said to the people, "Sanctify yourselves, for tomorrow the LORD will do wonders among you." The people of Israel were about to meet the destiny that God had created them for. They were about to enter and possess ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:5

The Birth Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 4, 2012

Today we learn about the birth of Jesus Christ so that we can understand the reason for his birth.

Scripture We are studying the Gospel of Luke in a series of sermons I am calling, “To Seek and To Save the Lost.” Today I would like to study one of the best-known passages in all of Scripture. It is read every Christmas in almost every church all over the world. It is Luke’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Many Sons To Glory" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 1, 2008

Sermon 6 in a study in HEBREWS

“But we do see Him who was made for a little while lower than the angels, namely, Jesus, because of the suffering of death crowned with glory and honor, so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone. 10 For it was fitting for Him, for whom are all things, and through whom are all ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9-13

Denomination: Orthodox

The Hour Has Come Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

John continually speaks of a mysterious hour with little to no explanation. Like Hansel and Gretel’s breadcrumbs, the reference to “the hour” is important clue to understand Jesus in John’s gospel.

Palm Sunday is a significant marker for God’s people. It’s the day where Jesus enters into Jerusalem to kick off a week of monumentally important event. The citizens of Jerusalem greeted Jesus with palm branches and shouts of “Hosanna” as he entered the city on the back of a colt. Our story picks ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Denomination: Baptist