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The Blessings Of Hope Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 1, 2024

In a world filled with unpredictable challenges and trials, “The Blessing of Hope” reminds us that true peace and unwavering strength come from anchoring ourselves in the unshakable promises of God and the living hope we have through Jesus Christ.

The Blessing of Hope Romans 15:13; 1 Peter 1:3-5 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Life can be so unpredictable—joys and sorrows, beautiful blessings and distressing difficulties can come unexpectedly. Our life’s dreams and plans can change in an instant. We all know this to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, 1 Peter 1:3-5, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 1 – Judah Has Fallen In Weeping – Chapter 1:1-3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 18, 2025

Today we begin a new series in the book of Lamentations. So few people read and study this amazing book written by Jeremiah after the fall of Jerusalem and Judah. It is a sad book dealing with the nation’s sorrow and sin that caused it. It is most informative.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 1 – JUDAH HAS FALLEN IN WEEPING – CHAPTER 1:1-3 One of the least studied books of the bible is Lamentations, or more fittingly, “The Lamentations of Jeremiah”, for the prophet pours out his heart in lament at what has befallen Jerusalem and Judah. The book is very ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-2, Jeremiah 10:5, Jeremiah 7:27, Matthew 8:12, Lamentations 1:3, Jeremiah 10:1-5, Ezekiel 20:5-8, Hosea 4:16-19, Jeremiah 27:6, Romans 11:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embrace The Blessings Of New Beginnings PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023

Reassures us of God's plans for our prosperity and deliverance, urging us to persevere, seek Him wholeheartedly, and trust in His promises.

Good morning, beloved family of God. The warmth of His love is in this place, and in our hearts, stirring us to seek His face and His word. Today, we are gathered under the banner of His love, under the canopy of His grace, to share in the richness of His word. We are here, not by accident, but by ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14

Topics: Perseverance

A Covenant For Life: Teaching Disciples To Walk PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 28, 2023

This sermon explores our commitment to Christ, the importance of staying connected to Him, and living our lives in His image.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this sacred gathering where we come together in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to celebrate His love, His grace, and His teachings that guide us along the path of righteousness. Let us not forget the words of the esteemed Charles ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6, John 15:5

Topics: Walking, Christ

Lesson 10: What We Believe About The Church

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003

Series: Foundational Doctrines of the Faith

A. THE LAW OF FIRST REFERENCE – FIRST MENTION OF THE CHURCH. “I will build my church” (Matt. 16:18) B. WHAT MAKES A GROUP OF CHRISTIANS INTO A CHURCH? 1. Ekklesia: a group of called-out ones. a. Called from their former life. b. Called for a purpose. 2. Definition: A church may be described ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Potiphar's Wife Series

Contributed by Neil Partington on Jul 23, 2007

There are many women in the Bible who have integrity and faith, but not all women. Today we are going to look at a woman of trickery and shame.

Just off the shore of North Carolina on the island of Cape Hatteras is a village known as Nag’s Head, a small shoreline town where, back in the 1800’s, the “wreckers” lived. These “wreckers” made their living gathering up parts and cargo from ships that had run aground in the night. But these ships ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church, Christianity Or Religion? Part 4 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 14, 2007

The church, more Christian (followers of Christ) then religious (practising traditions and rituals)

The Church, Christianity or Religion Part 4 Text: John 8:1-12 Introduction: 1. While Religion and Christianity should be the same thing, far too often it is not. Religion too often thrives on creeds, credentials, and adherence to codes of conduct True Christianity holds to faith ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Mennonite

Church Health, Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

There has been an incredible emphasis in recent years on church health. Many believe that if a local church is healthy and functioning the way it should, natural growth will be the result. The removal of growth-restricting diseases that often plague the

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: There has been an incredible emphasis in recent years on church health. Many believe that if a local church is healthy and functioning the way it should, natural growth will be the result. The removal of growth-restricting diseases that often plague the body of ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2-11

Single-Minded Heart

Contributed by Robert Park on Oct 30, 2003

God does not favor divided heart when it comes to our love for him. Hosea describes in three powerful images of the spiritual state we may be in.

Single-minded Heart Hosea 7:8-12 Last Sunday we studied about the ways to transform our heart so that our thoughts are controlled accordingly. But, unfortunately, we all struggle with symptoms of divided heart. The Bible has some harsh words about that; he is a double-minded man, ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 7:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming More Than An Over Comer

Contributed by Chris Norton on Nov 29, 2010

This sermon was recently done for our weekly radio broadcst and I just want to share it with everyone. I pray that God will use it to bless you where you are. Today I want to encourage you to become more than just an over comer

Becoming More Than An Over Comer I am Pastor Chris, Today I want to encourage you to become more than just an over comer. God has told us in his word that we can overcome our burdens and trials through Jesus Christ. We can overcome the obstacles in life by trusting in God. But today I want to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Story, Our Story Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Feb 25, 2009

As Paul explains the story of God in the story of Israel, we can find the story of our life in God.

His-Story, My Story: How we can understand our story when we understand God’s story Acts 13 What is your story? “The story of my life!” Many people are searching for meaning and purpose in life Illus: Lady emails during her sleep. Our story can be found in God’s story – His Story… Review: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Is Always A Bright Side But, Where Do I Look?

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jan 19, 2012

How did we get so depended on the internet? It was easy wasn't it? It seems more of a reality to depend on the things we see. What does the Bible say about that?

There is always a bright side but, where do I look? As I'm setting here waiting for Doctors to release Brenda from the hospital I was reading the Winston Salem Journal. There is a story on the front page about a few web sites in protest against government rules and regulations and one of the web ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of God In You

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 26, 2016

Without purpose, life is motion without meaning, activity without direction, and events without reason. Without a purpose, life is trivial, petty, and pointless.”

THEME- UNDERSTANDING LIFE PURPOSE TOPIC- UNDERSTANDING THE PURPOSE OF GOD IN US TEXT- GENESIS 1:26-28 A. THE GLORY IN MAN- GENESIS 1:26-28, GENESIS 2:7 There is no greater purpose in life than to expose your personal glory. It is a fact of creation that every living thing possesses its own glory ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is The Treasure?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 22, 2018

We can't see the treasure in which our 'hope' lies.

Mid-Week Message/Devotion May 23, 2018 Romans 8:22-27 Where is the Treasure? When times are tough, and we seem to struggle just to survive, having dreams of some kind of windfall are a common aspect of our psyche, aren’t they? Be honest with yourself. Just take a look at American history. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:22-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happened To One Body?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 3, 2019

People go to Hell because of our division. The early Church was one and turned the world upside down. We need to unite in the one doctrine of God not the myriads of doctrines of men.

1 Cor 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. 11 For it hath been declared unto me of you, my brethren, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-15

Denomination: Baptist