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Until The End Series

Contributed by John Bright on Sep 24, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. The teaching sheet is included at the end of the text.

“Until the End” 1 Peter 4:7-11 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 4 “7 But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. 8 And above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.” 9 Be hospitable to one another without ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18, John 15:4, 1 Peter 2:17, 1 Peter 3:8-9, Romans 3:23, 1 Corinthians 12:28, 1 Peter 1:22, 1 Peter 4:7-11, John 14:2-3, Matthew 24:42-44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Esau's Choice Reflects His Character

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 23, 2003

Esau never expressed any repentance for his sinful choices. The Bible says, “If I hide iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me.” (Psa. 66:18,19) Not only did Esau make one bad mistake but for the rest of his life he refused to confess and forsake

Esau’s Choice – Genesis 25:19-34 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how to avoid making impulsive decisions that they will later regret. Illustration: Both the hummingbird and the vulture fly over our nation’s deserts. All vultures see is rotting meat, because ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Unknow Father"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 14, 2013

Fathers Day message taken from the prodigal son story

“The Good Father” June 16, 2013 Luke 15:11-32 11 Jesus continued: “There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 “Not long after that, the younger son ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Holiness

Always A Victor

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Feb 3, 2019

No matter the nature of the battle, no matter the location of the battle, no matter the people involved, you shall always be victorious

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *ALWAYS A VICTOR* Romans 8:36-37 King James Version (KJV) 36 As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. 37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:36-37

Denomination: Charismatic

The After Effects Of Giving In To Peer Pressure, Part 4 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 17, 2007

A look at the after effects, the true cost of giving in to that which is not right.

Peer Pressure, the after effects Part 4 A. What are the ”after effect’s” of “peer pressure”? a. A loathing, disgust that we couldn’t stand on our own two feet b. We feel violated- taken advantage of…. And why wouldn’t we feel this way? We gave way to pressures that we normally would ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:13

Denomination: Mennonite

How To Make A Memorial

Contributed by Robert Tallent on May 25, 2019

The steps that must be taken in order to make a memorial

How to Make a Memorial Joshua 3:7-13 This is the first memorial made by the Israelite's about what God had done 1.You’ve got to Please God vs 8 He has to be obeyed A preacher named Bill had ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

My Addiction Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 21, 2015

Preaching has taken over my life!

July 12, 2015 Church Planting My Addiction Acts 13:13-15 Opening words: I love this story. There was a pastor who never prepared his sermons in advance. His name was Ralph. Every Sunday morning he'd sit on the platform while the church was singing the hymns, desperately praying, "Lord, give me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-15

Denomination: Methodist

Saul Compared To David Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 18, 2015

Learn from choices taken by Saul and David.

We continue our worship of our Creator God by hearing and learning from His own words for us. Open your Bibles to 1 Samuel 18…. David had just defeated the Giant Goliath and the Philistine army. The King of Israel at that time was Saul who called David to his service. There is a lot said in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Letter From God For Easter Day! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 5, 2019

This has been taken from various scriptures.

My Precious Child, I am the Lord: I change not. I am the Light of the World. I came into the world to save sinners to call sinners to repentance to Proclaim the Good News about the Kingdom of God and to demonstrate God’s Love. Every good gift that you receive comes from my hand. For I am your ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26, Acts 4:33

The Prophets Of Laodicea

Contributed by Chuck Morley on Feb 10, 2001

Don’t be taken in by last days deceptions.

There is no way any informed Christian can deny the fact that Jesus is coming soon. Those who follow the teachings of Hal Lindsay, the Lalonde brothers, Dave Breeze and others are excited as they hear the reports of prophetic scripture being fulfilled. For those who don’t keep up with current ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Get Hijacked

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Feb 11, 2001

Don’t be taken in by the world’s philosophy

1) Introduction Imagine you are comfortably asleep in your bed. You are awakened by a crash as a window is broken. Your heart begins pounding as adrenaline pumps through your veins, preparing your body for fight or flight. You pick up the phone. The line is dead. The door bursts open. Four heavily ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

At The Point Of Grace

Contributed by David Nolte on Nov 14, 2002

Deals with Jesus’ encounter with the woman taken in adultery.

“AT THE POINT OF GRACE!”/JOHN 8:1-11/SHASTA WAY/11-17-02/A.M. In the text for this morning we see a difficult situation. A woman has been taken in the very act of adultery. She has been literally dragged into the presence of Jesus. There is something frightfully wrong with this picture. First, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Romans 8:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ye Must Be Born Again

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 12, 2008

This is a salvation message taken from John 3.

“YE MUST BE BORN AGAIN!” TEXT: John 3:1-15; Romans 5:12; cf. Leviticus 12 W. Max Alderman The Lord as we sometimes say, “Got to the crux of the matter” when He said, “Ye Must be born again…” Today, we shall consider the importance of the new birth. The word “again” tells us much about the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding And Walking In Divine Favour

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

Divine favour is the supernatural grace of God that positions a person for blessings, promotions, and breakthroughs beyond human ability and effort.

UNDERSTANDING AND WALKING IN DIVINE FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 5:12 "For thou, Lord, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield." Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:3-4, Luke 2:52, Genesis 39:21, Esther 2:17, 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:12, Proverbs 3:3-4, Luke 2:52, Genesis 39:21, Esther 2:17, 2 Corinthians 9:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Takes A Big Man Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 29, 2005

It takes a big person to forgive.

Philemon 1-7 It Takes a Big Man Woodlawn Baptist Church August 28, 2005 Introduction I don’t know if you are familiar with whom Elizabeth Barrett Browning is. If you’ve been to any of the weddings I’ve conducted you have heard me use some of her poetry. Elizabeth was raised by a tyrannical ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist