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A Lesson In Faith By Way Of The Sea

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

The Disciples learn about their faith on the sea. The sea is a metaphor for life's events. How strong is your faith when your "sea" gets turbulent.

Jesus's disciples were sent out to the next city that He wanted to visit. They ran into trouble. A weather event took place, and that made it difficult to continue their voyage. They were scared about what was about to happen to them. In the narrative, they did not call out to the LORD or to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: United Methodist

The Dilemma In The Land Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 21, 2022

A famine forces Elimelech and his family to move to Moab. God turns something that was bad and turned it into good.

I. The Famine in the Land 1. A famine of food. 1 of thirteen in the bible. 2. The period of the famine. a. In the days when the judges ruled. b. Was a space of 450 years. c. 13 judges ruled in all. d. It was a very evil time. e. It was a time of moral and theological degradation. 3. The famine ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Good Foundations, Good Trees, Good Fruit

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 13, 2023

Good trees like figs and peaches and dates produce good fruit. Good men and women produce good actions from the good treasure in their hearts.

Saturday of the 23rd Week in Course 2023 One of the more memorable periods in our married life was the year in which we decided to build a new house in a gated community. That was, no doubt, one of the less intelligent actions we’ve taken in the past half-century, but it certainly taught us a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-49, Psalm 113:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

Search Me

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 25, 2022

What will we find if we truly allow God to search our hearts? Will we like what we see?

(1, 23-24) God cannot lie, God cannot die, and God cannot save an unwilling soul. In verses 1-7: There are times that we do not let some people become more totally acquainted with us. We are apprehensive they will find something about us that they do not care for. In any case, God has a deep ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Crown Of Life Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 30, 2007

Real life is promised when we have stood firm in the trials of life.

JAMES 1:12 THE CROWN OF LIFE “Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” It is difficult, some might even think it impossible, to expect that Christians can be steadfast in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Temptation Of Jesus Dws#2 Series

Contributed by John Butler on Jun 17, 2008

What the Greek says about temptation.

The Temptation of Jesus... I. Introduction... Praise God Church! How many in here tonight have ever been through a time of testing? How many have ever been through trials or temptation? I’m pretty sure everyone in here has been through something like that. Amen? There’s been at least one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Sixteen Signs Of A Believer Part 2 Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 8, 2010

In Sermon 6 of the series, we continue looking at the 16 signs of a true believer as revealed in 1 John. In this sermon we ask, Have I experienced forgiveness?, am I keeping God’s commandments?, and am I doing God’s will?

Series: Things That Accompany Salvation Hebrews 6:9 But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak. REVIEW: Message #1: An Argument in Eternity. Mt. 7:21-23 Many who say “Lord, Lord ...” Message #2: The Cost of Freedom in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Break The Mold Part 3

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 18, 2013

Foundation Principles For The Will Of God. I. To Know Him II. Nurture Your Faith III. Discover His Will

Ro 12:2b - Future Plans – Then What Aptitude Test They measure your ability to acquire a skill or do a particular type of work. - These are the type of tests employers typically use to screen candidates for employment. Tests are available on just about every topic. There are tests to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

Essentials During Trials

Contributed by Rannier John Fajardo on Jan 10, 2013

Trials is part of Christian Life, we should accept it at learn from what it will teach us.

TEXT: JAMES 1:1-12 LEARNINGS FROM TRIALS OF LIVE WHAT TO DO? (Reflect our attitudes in times like this) 1. RECOGNIZE (ANTICIPATE FOR IT )- V1. ALL CHRISTIANS WILL IN FACT FACE TRIALS OF MANY KINDS. 2. REJOICE (JOY IS IN THE HEART OF BELIVERS) - V2. COUNT IT ALL JOY. 3. REQUEST & RECEIVE WISDOM ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stewardship Of Tithe Series

Contributed by John Knight on May 2, 2002

A scriptural look at tithing.

Stewardship of Tithe Mark 12:41-44 Tithing is always such a sensitive subject! Three Truths About Tithing I. Tithing Is Commanded By God Leviticus 27:30,32 "Ten percent of everything you harvest is holy and belongs to me, whether it grows in your fields or on your fruit trees...When you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Holiness

The Untamable Tongue Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 21, 2002

Week 13 in a series of messages on the book of James

A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 13 “The Untamable Tongue” Date: October 20, 2002 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 3:1-12 Introduction Tonight, we may seem to be repeating a message on the tongue or speech of the Christian. I feel, as James must it is a very ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Untamable Tongue Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 25, 2002

Part 13 in a series of messages on the book of James

A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 13 “The Untamable Tongue” Date: October 20, 2002 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 3:1-12 Introduction Tonight, we may seem to be repeating a message on the tongue or speech of the Christian. I feel, as James must it is a very ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Purity In Heart

Contributed by Israel Roy Abao on Oct 18, 2003

blessed are those who are pure in heart, for they shall see God.

We can see signs that say, “cleanliness is next to Godliness" in schools, sidewalks, and streets. It’s common here in the Philippines. Basically we all like a clean environment. It makes us comfortable and it gives us a clear mind to think. Study shows that students who are exposed to clean and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Dynamic Faith: Lesson 4: Thinking The Unthinkable

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 23, 2006

God has promised to do the impossible in response to prayer. Let us recognize that throughout life, God has already done the humanly impossible. Realize God wants to do exceeding and abundantly beyond all that we ask or think.

A. STATEMENTS ON PRAYER BY JERRY FALWELL (as taught by Jonathan Falwell). 1. Prayer can do anything God can do . . . and since God can do anything, prayer is omnipotent. 2. “Nothing of eternal significance ever happens apart from prayer.” 3. “Faith begins where man’s power ends.” 4. There are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Race

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 20, 2005

Encouragement to run the race and win the prize.

THE CHRISTIANS RACE Hebrews 12:1 Since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. I. THE STARTING POST 1. IT BEGINS AT THE NEW BIRTH John 3:7 You ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible