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Would You Be My Friend?

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 29, 2020

Today’s sermon is going to review 2 Timothy 1:15-18 to illustrate how genuine friendship is found through unconditional love that continually seeks, helps and prays for other believers, even when they are going through tribulations and/or being persecuted for righteousness sake!

Would you be my Friend? 2 Timothy 1:15-18 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Friendship is “a reciprocal relationship characterized by intimacy, faithfulness, trust, unmotivated kindness, and service.” Surviving in a fallen world where chance happens to everyone ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Unity Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #3. The importance of unity in the church is critical for Kinfdom growth.

I. Introduction A. Review Paul’s introduction -So far, in Paul’s introductory part of His letter, he has made it a point to remind the believers in Corinth of two things: -1. They are saints in the eyes of God. -Seen as holy and expected to live according to that calling. -2. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Sow, Grow, Prosper

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 16, 2019

One of the principles, given to Noah after the flood, was the principle of seedtime and harvest. Life begins by this principle. Harvest springs from the good or bad seeds we have sown.

SOW, GROW, PROSPER “While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, winter and summer, and day and night shall not cease.” Genesis 8:22. The first thing Noah did after the Flood, was to build an altar and make a sacrifice to the Lord. God was pleased with him and made promises to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:22, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Comeback - Covid 19 #3

Contributed by Brian Harrell on May 28, 2020

Love. It is what sets the church apart period. Covid 19 threatens to divide the church - opinions about it and what we should do about it. As we comeback together we need to remember love.

The difference between us #3 this is a serious message today about something that could become a serious problem. The comeback 2020. Here is the New Testament in a nutshell… Jesus lived… And what an amazing life he lived. Jesus died… What a brutal death it was. Jesus was resurrected… What a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, John 15:12-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Bible Reading - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 23, 2021

A Look at spiritual disciplines to help us develop habits which draw us closer to Christ. Part 2 of Bible reading.

Spiritual Disciplines: Bible Reading - 2 April 25, 2021 When I was in school I used to look at every book I had and figure out what the average length of the chapters were. I actually still do that today. I look at the size, the chapters and go from there. Anyone ever do that with a book? In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Love Your Enemies Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 22, 2021

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching.

“Love Your Enemies” Luke 6:27-36 A sermon for 5/16/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 6 “27 “But I say to you who hear: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, and pray for those who spitefully use you. 29 To him who strikes you on the one cheek, offer the other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36, John 15:5, Luke 23:34

Denomination: Methodist

Ezekiel And The Valley Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Revival is needed today. For many of us, spiritual awakening is nothing more than a distant memory. When our eyes scan the American horizon, the skies for biblical Christianity look dark in many respects. The tide of God’s grace is out to sea. We need heavenly rain.

Introduction Over the course of this fall sermon series, we are witnessing a series of encounters between ordinary people and extraordinary God. These encounters are called visitations and they are almost always following a crisis of some kind. This is a series devoted to get you thinking and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hungering For Righteousness

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 4, 2021

If a person does not hunger for physical food they probably will not take time to eat and will die. If a person does not hunger for spiritual food they probably will not take time for spiritual food and will die spiritually. So, why don't we spend more time feasting on God's Word?

Hungering For Righteousness Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:6-8 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Philippians 3:4-6, John 3:16, Matthew 22:37-38, John 14:23-24, Jonah 4:5-9, Deuteronomy 30:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Only You Can Prevent It! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

Offended? Disagree? Go on the offensive and cancel the material or the person. It is culture cancel and it has gone wild. However, maybe we should participate!

Cancel Culture Pt. 2 - Only You Can Prevent It! I. Introduction Cancel culture is a modern form of ostracism in which someone is thrust out of social or professional circles – whether it be online, on social media, or in person. Those who are subject to this ostracism are said to have been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-3, 1 Samuel 15:7-9, 1 Samuel 31:2-4, 2 Samuel 1:2-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Church Vessels

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 6, 2019

I read an article recently that described different types of churches as ships. One definition of the word vessel is a type of boat or ship. There are many types of vessels. And some of these vessels can be compared to different types of churches we see out there.

CHURCH VESSELS I read an article recently that described different types of churches as ships. One definition of the word vessel is a type of boat or ship. There are many types of vessels. And some of these vessels can be compared to different types of churches we see out there. 1) The Cruise ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-4, Galatians 5:14-15, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Real Answers: Is The Bible God's Word Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 10, 2019

We all have questions. Some questions are simply curiosities. Other questions are a bit deeper and more meaningful. In this sermon, we'll explore the question "Is the Bible God's Word?" in light of the documentation, discoveries, and divination as Scripture.

Real Answers to Big Questions: Is the Bible God’s Word? Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/12/15 previously 1/13/2013 For the last couple of weeks, we’ve been talking about the Big Questions of our faith—the questions that matter most about God, Jesus and the Bible. I call ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:16, John 14:29

Denomination: Christian Church

The Word That Won't Be Silenced, Part 1 Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jul 13, 2019

The first half of Psalm 19 deals with what we can learn about God from nature. The second half deals with what we can learn about God from His Word. This is part one of a two part sermon.

The Word that Won’t Be Silenced, Part 1 (Psalm 19) VIDEO INTRO FIRST Good morning! Please turn in your Bibles to Psalm 19 as we continue our series summer in the Psalms. We talked last week about how Psalms is a book of practical poetry, and how almost all the great moments of life have a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Judge - Shamgar The Suggestions Of A Lifestyle

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 29, 2019

Shamgar’s story offers three significant challenges that may help us. (1) Start where you are; Use what you have; and Do what you can and the victory is sure!

Subject: Here Comes the Judge -The Suggestions of a LifeStyle Text: Judges 3:31 Introduction: Life is filled with transition and change. You and I can count on opposition. Almost every time you make a new start, embrace a new vision, or attempt a goal, you expect opposition. Even if you decide to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:31

Denomination: Methodist

The Strange Encounter At Jabbok

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Mar 27, 2020

The night by the Jabbok River made all the difference in Jacob's life. He met the Lord in a powerful way, and his life was changed forever.

THE STRANGE ENCOUNTER AT JABBOK "22 And he arose that night and took his two wives, his two female servants, and his eleven sons, and crossed over the ford of Jabbok. 23 He took them, sent them over the brook, and sent over what he had. 24 Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-28, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 5 - Smyrna: The Church Rich In Christ Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 30, 2020

Smyrna was a poor church, brutally persecuted, but Rich In Christ. What was Christ's word to them?

Smyrna: The Church Rich in Christ Watch this message at https://youtu.be/J2xJJ2xzEKQ www.gracecommunity.com What do you say to somebody who is suffering? How do you counsel people who are going through great times of sorrow and tribulation? We’ve been party to suffering in our country lately. What ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, James 2:5, Romans 2:29, Psalm 56:11, John 16:33, 1 John 4:5, Hebrews 7:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren