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A Lifelong Strategy Against Frustration Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 3, 2003

Through 4:16. There is no way to eliminate the frustrations of life. But we can embrace a strategy to help us to handle those frustrations in the best way. Of course that starts with a personal relationship to God, and Solomon will get to that later in

A Lifelong Strategy Against Frustration (Ecclesiastes 3:17-4:16) Intro 1. There are many frustrations in life, some of them are very serious: Mixed with bitter sorrow and emptiness is often the feeling of frustration. My Moody buddy John Smith ministers in Mexico. When he lived in the U.S., no ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Judge Jesus Is At The Door

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 4, 2013

Judge Jesus Is At The Door 1) Be content 2) Be patient

Last week we learned that our God is like the next door neighbor who loans you his lawn mower and gives you fresh snap peas from his garden. Whatever you need (though not whatever you want), he’s happy to give it to you. Just ask – even if it’s the middle of the night! But our ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

How Did Jesus Manage To Balance Expressions Of Grace And Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

It is rare to find a person possessing great political power who has the ability to always remain gracious.

It is rare to find a person possessing great political power who has the ability to always remain gracious. Jesus expressed the perfect balance of grace and power. One day the disciples started fighting among themselves as to which of them would be the greatest. Jesus, knowing their thoughts took a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:46-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Song Of A Pregnant Teenager

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Jan 12, 2002

Often times we find it difficult to submit to God’s will, but Mary serves as an inspiring example of how we can submit to God even when God’s plan is an utter mystery to us.

The Song of a Pregnant Teenager / Luke 1:47-55 Third Sunday of Advent, Year A; Downsville Baptist Church; 16 Dec. 2001 She was the last girl anybody expected to fall under this kind of disgrace. Fourteen years old, a freshman at Jerusalem High School with a straight A average, Mary always ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:47-55

Denomination: Baptist

A Conversation With A Sick Woman

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 15, 2022

We want to look at another conversation that Christ had while He was here on earth.

This conversation is not a long conversation but it teaches us two things: (1) HOW WE CAN LIVE A LIFE OF HOPELESSNESS (2) HOW WE CAN LIVE A LIFE OF HOPE We live in a society today where many are living a HOPELESS LIFE. Illus: In 1983, on the coast of Virginia, a ship sank and took the lives of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Reclaiming The Truth Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 14, 2007

This series explores the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, based on Jesus words that it was to our "advantage" that He go away so that the Helper could come.

Reading of the article that initiated thoughts towards this series: “If you want to declare your beliefs to the world, you probably won’t find a more effective public forum than YouTube. Is everyone familiar with YouTube? Describe – a global media outlet for the common man “If you want to ...read more

Scripture: John 16:4-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Victorious Life, The

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 14, 2007

We are living in a season of great spiritual opportunities. How do we take advantage of those opportunities and live a life of spiritual victory.

Introduction Completed a series about- Kingdom of God- being … kingdom minded people, and kingdom builders. There are seasons of life we go through as Christians. There are also seasons in the eternal plan of God. Mtt 16:1-3 Important to understand the season we are in so we know how to live ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:10-12

Denomination: Charismatic

It’s Getting Rough Out Here

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Feb 20, 2011

Describes the Mandate for us to go out as sheep in midst of wolves who have a appetite, advantage and allurance, but no shepherd. Preaching the Kingdom Is near

It’s Getting Rough Out Here Matthew 10: 1, 5-8,16  1And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease. 5These twelve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happen To The Other Nine ?

Contributed by John Wilkinson on Oct 18, 2021

So many times in life we take advantage of the Lords blessings, and we forget to thank Him for what He has done

? Luke 17:11 11 Now it happened as He went to Jerusalem that He passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee.  12 Then as He entered a certain village, there met Him ten men who were lepers, who stood afar off.  13 And they lifted up their voices ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11

Denomination: Church Of God

Heavenly Backing For Earthly Victory Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

You are never alone. For every visible battle you face, there is an invisible army backing you. The presence of God is your greatest advantage.

HEAVENLY BACKING FOR EARTHLY VICTORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 6:16-17 Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:11-12, Romans 8:31, Isaiah 41:10, Exodus 14:14, Zechariah 2:5 INTRODUCTION: Every battle faced by a child of God on earth has a spiritual dimension. While the enemy may rage ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Show Me Your Scars

Contributed by Kelvin Baker on Oct 18, 2000

Missouri "Show Me State" A name attributed to Representative Willard Van Diver.

Missouri "Show Me State" A name attributed to Representative Willard Van Diver. It conotates a certain self-deprecating stubbornness and devotion to simple common sense. Don't tell me about what you are going to do for me. Don't write to me about something that has happen. But show me The world ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Prayer - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on May 25, 2024

In this study, we look at how Satan endeavors to hinder our prayers from being answered.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:7, Philippians 4:6-7, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Jeremiah 17:5, 2 Kings 20:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

But God

Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Mar 22, 2008

Your situation may be dire BUT GOD will deliver.

BUT GOD And the patriarchs, moved with envy, sold Joseph into Egypt: but God was with him, (Act 7:9) For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another. (Psa 75:6-7) I. Joseph: (Acts 7:9a) (Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When All Else Fails

Contributed by Frankie Hunt on Mar 9, 2012

When You have done all you know to do, Run to Jesus

When All Else Fails Mark 5:25-34 In Mark Chp. 5 Jesus dealt with a man with an unclean spirit <1-20> This is an inward problem.. BTW God can deal with what has been dealing with you. He can trouble what has been toubleling you. Now in <21-24> A man by the name of Jairus approaches him and He has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 18, 2021

This message is part of the Defining Jesus series looking at the "I AM" statements of the Lord

IDENTIFYING JESUS I AM THE GOOD SHEPHARD VIDEO JOHN 10:14-16 (NIV) "I AM THE GOOD SHEPHERD; I KNOW MY SHEEP AND MY SHEEP KNOW ME-- 15 JUST AS THE FATHER KNOWS ME AND I KNOW THE FATHER--AND I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR THE SHEEP. 16 I HAVE OTHER SHEEP THAT ARE NOT OF THIS SHEEP PEN. I MUST BRING ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14-16

Denomination: Baptist