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Forgiveness, The First Word Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 10, 2023

Christ’s ministry on the cruel Cross began with the forgiveness of sin, with a plea for forgiveness, the full and free forgiveness for a world of lost sinners ruined by the fall.

LUKE 23:32-34 [JESUS’ LAST DAY SERIES] FORGIVENESS, THE FIRST WORD OF THE CROSS [Isaiah 53:1-9] Mankind here is caught in the act of doing their worst. The One who made the world was being completely denied, despised and desecrated. The Lord of Glory who came in human flesh and tabernacle among ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-34

Denomination: Baptist

Mental Health In The Psalms: 69 Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 26, 2023

God can completely heal mental illness, but even if He does not He still is steadfast in His love and a firm saving grace to us. He gives power to us in our weaknesses and struggles.

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE PSALMS: 69 PSALM 69:1-36 #mentalhealth INTRODUCTION 1 … POOR BISHOP HOOPER PSALM 69 (EVERY PSALM) youtube.com/watch?v=BRE6-mBWkc8 [3:50] INTRODUCTION 2… Tremper Longman III, How to Read the Psalms. IVP Academic; Inter-Varsity Press, 1988, 76–85. [adapted] We are in a series ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:1-36, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mental Health In The Psalms: 88 Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 6, 2023

We must cry out and wrestle with God through the sadness and the blame.

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE PSALMS: 88 PSALM 88:1-18 #mentalhealth INTRODUCTION 1 … POOR BISHOP HOOPER PSALM 88 (EVERY PSALM) youtube.com/watch?v=5n4vKXZ1b_M [5:29] INTRODUCTION… People Talk about Psalm 88, bleacherreport.com/articles/913239-the-50-worst-teams The Psalm that we will be looking at today ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 88:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unwavering

Contributed by William Jones on Oct 31, 2023

As we jump back into the book of Acts we find Paul in chapter 20, Paul is wrapping up his 3rd missionary journey and is anxious to return to Jerusalem.

Good morning again Church! Judging by the dip in the temps, Fall has finally arrived! It seems like every season this year has been late! We had a late spring, summer just about never showed up, now it won’t leave! Some of you have mixed feelings about this. I know Bob is happy, as long as it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Baptist

Hesitating To Speak The Truth PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2025

The sermon urges believers to courageously and openly share their faith in Jesus, trusting His strength, even when it feels difficult or uncomfortable.

There’s a hush that can fall over a room when the name of Jesus is mentioned. Have you felt it? In a breakroom, at a family table, on a sideline—your heart lifts to speak and then, suddenly, your mouth feels dry. You care for the people around you. You don’t want to cause friction. You wonder if ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:38

Topics: Truth, Proclamation

Transformation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2025

God invites us to surrender our old ways, receive a new heart, and experience true transformation through His Spirit and renewing our minds.

Some mornings feel like reruns. Same burdens. Same battles. Same buttons being pushed by the same people. You wake up with good intentions, yet old habits hang on like heavy coats in summer. You want to change. You’ve promised to change. You’ve tried to change. Still, the mirror shows yesterday’s ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:31-32, Romans 12:2

Topics: Transformation, Renewal

Uncommitted Believers Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005

Explores the superficial belief many had concerning Jesus--His interaction with them--and their ultimate response.

Uncommitted Believers Fortifying the Foundations # 21 John 8:30-59 11-23-03 Intro In John 8 Jesus has been teaching at the temple court. That teaching was interrupted by a challenge from the Pharisees in verse 13 and the crowd listened attentively as Jesus answered their defiance. We ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-59

Denomination: Charismatic

The Origin Of Humanity Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Dec 19, 2006

This message is the first of a series of messages for January titled "In The Beginning".

THE ORIGIN OF HUMANITY In The Beginning – 1 Genesis 1:26-28 Pastor Steve Dow SERIES INTRODUCTION: As we begin a New Year everyone tends to be making resolutions and looking forward to the New Year. It is a hopeful time. It is a time filled with expectancy. We want this year to be a better ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

A Shocking Birth Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

Matthew 1:18-25 declares 3 ways that the virgin birth impacts my life.

A Shocking Birth Series: Beginnings of a Legacy December 6, 2009 This morning I want to quote from one of the great theological minds of our time… Dr. Seuss! As a kid, (I don’t know about you), but I used to love reading his books and especially looking at the pictures… books ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

In These Last Days Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 25, 2016

A review of the characteristics of life in the last days and how the people of God must respond to those conditions.

IN THESE LAST DAYS "Understand this, that in the last days there will come times of difficulty. For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, proud, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Come One Come All Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 7, 2014

A study of the book of Isaiah chapter 56 verses 1 through 12

Isaiah 56: 1 – 12 Come One Come All 1 Thus says the LORD: “Keep justice, and do righteousness, for My salvation is about to come, and My righteousness to be revealed. 2 Blessed is the man who does this, and the son of man who lays hold on it; Who keeps from defiling the Sabbath, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Mephibosheth: A Picture Of God's Divine Grace And Undeserved Favor Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016

Grace is a dirty word for the devil. It's the power behind the gospel - not creed, religion, philosophy. Grace is God reaching somebody like me - God's favor that is unearned, undeserved, unrepayable. We see it in David's encounter with Mephibosheth.

DAVID SERIES: A MAN AFTER GOD'S OWN HEART - PART 14: MEPHIBOSHETH - A PERFECT PICTURE OF GOD'S GRACE 2 SAMUEL 9: 1 Now David said, ¡§Is there still anyone who is left of the house of Saul, that I may show him kindness for Jonathan¡¦s sake?¡¨ 2 And there was a servant of the house of Saul whose name ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Time For A Big Change Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 17, 2018

When Peter was sent to the home of Cornelius, God was trying to change Peter's and the churches perspectives toward Gentiles. Peter had some prejudices against Gentiles that needed to change. Perhaps we also have biases and prejudices that God wants to change.

Introduction: A. One day a preacher went to his monthly meeting with the elders and presented an idea that he believed he had received from God. 1. After giving his most impassioned plea and really “selling” the idea to the elders, they voted down the preacher’s proposed changes 12-1. 2. The elder ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48, Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Vision In Your Heart - A Bible In Your Hands

Contributed by Tim Diack on Mar 12, 2012

What vision do you have for your life? Where do your dreams come from? What motivates all that you do?

A Vision in Your Heart – A Bible in Your Hands - Matthew 25:14-30 - September 23, 2007 In 1428, at 16 years of age, Joan of Arc began her journey into the pages of history. To all outward appearances there was nothing remarkable about this young woman – she was a simple peasant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: *other

Follow These Instructions Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 4, 2012

Paul’s final instructions to Titus. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Follow These Instructions Reading: Titus chapter 3 verses 12-15 • The apostle Paul was a great friend-maker, • There are more than 100 different Christians (named and un-named); • Associated with Paul in the Book of Acts and in his letters. • ill: Romans chapter 16 he names 26 different ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:12-15

Denomination: Brethren