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Thriving Through The Valleys Through Prayer And Perseverance

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 5, 2025

Thriving in the valley doesn’t come from avoiding lions but from a life of prayer and persevering faith formed before the crisis and proven in it.

INTRODUCTION OPENING TITLE SLIDE • If prayer were suddenly outlawed tomorrow, would anything on your calendar need to change? • Not: “Would you still believe?” —most of us would say yes. • The question is, would your routine need to change? • Would alarms need to be deleted? • Would a window ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cross-Examination (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 6, 2020

A few weeks ago I did a play on words sermon titled Cross-Contamination. Today, I'm doing the same thing with the term, cross-examination. I'm using the term from the perspective of examining things through a spiritual lens. It's time for cross-examination.

CROSS-EXAMINATION (part one) A few weeks ago I did a play on words sermon titled Cross-Contamination. Today, I'll be doing the same thing with the term, cross-examination. We know this term from a trial. The first attorney asks a witness questions and then the other one is allowed to ask ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8, Hebrews 12:1-3, Luke 14:25-35, 2 Peter 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good Friday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the depth of God's love as demonstrated through His gift of Jesus, the grace of the cross, and the goodness derived from sacrifice.

Welcome, beloved, to this sacred gathering. It's truly a blessing to be here in the house of God, with each one of you, as we get ready to immerse ourselves in God's Word. Each time we come together, we are given this unique opportunity to grow, to learn, to be nourished by the holy scriptures, and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Topics: Jesus, Cross

Baalperazim

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 2, 2025

In the bible lesson for today…, David had just been chosen king of Israel.

Baalperazim “David attacked the Philistines and defeated them. Then he said, “I watched the Lord break through my enemies like a mighty flood.” So he named the place “The Lord Broke Through.” 2 Samuel 5:20 Contemporary English Version Intro: In the bible lesson for today…, David had just been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Brings You To The Cross?

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Sep 21, 2015

A thought-provoking look at why we are present for worship on Sunday mornings.

“What Brings You To the Cross?” Text: Ephesians 2:14-18 I. Welcome II. Introduction Our theme of “Spiritually Clean in 2015” demands that we return frequently to the cross. I want us to spend some time this morning at Calvary reflecting on the crucifixion of our Savior. But, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Is God Silent? Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

Know how God speaks

A. WHY ARE PEOPLE SILENT TO US? 1. Angry. Learn to interpret the sounds of silence. 2. They want you to learn (seeing what you will do). 3. They have already told you. 4. They disagree with what you previously said. 5. They are taking time to think before answering. 6. Talking is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of The Reformation: We Fall; We Forget; God Restores

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Oct 26, 2002

Reformation Day: In spite of our ’short memories’ God continually reminds us of his love. He points to Jesus time and again to remind us of the salvation He won for us through his Cross and Resurrection.

Reformation Sunday – John 8:31-36 “The Heart of the Reformation: We Fall – We Forget – God Restores” The lady must have been desperate. She decided to write a letter to Dear Abby. Her letter reads: Dear Abby, I am 44 and would like to meet a man my age with no bad habits. She signed her name, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Took It Out Of The Way

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 28, 2012

Breaking through, really!!!!!

Colossians 2:14 Took it out of the way Intro: what stands between us and God? 1: Sin a) to know to do right and not do it ( James 4:17 ) b) it separates us from God the father c) it hinders the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives d) it brings pain and sorrow to us and too those around ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:14

Denomination: Other

The Power Of The Cross - Number 2 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 23, 2024

The Cross of Jesus Christ... 1. Can put real hope in our hearts (vs. 12-13). 2. Can break down barriers between us (vs. 11-15). 3. Can save us from God's holy hostility (vs. 15-17). 4. Can give us instant access to Almighty God (vs. 18). 5. Can make Heaven our home (vs. 19).

The Power of the Cross - Number 2 Ephesians 2:11-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared March 23, 2024) Note: The previous sermon in this series was prepared for Memorial Day in the United States. This is a very similar sermon for any time of the year. MESSAGE: *Think ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Covenant Promises PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of the Baptismal Promise, the Covenant with God, and our Identity in Christ in shaping our faith and daily lives.

Good morning, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to sit shoulder to shoulder with fellow believers and experience the awe-inspiring power of His Word. Today we find ourselves on the precipice of a profound understanding, a deep-seated revelation that will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38, Genesis 17:1-16, Romans 4:13-25, Psalm 22:23-31

Topics: Receiving Promises, Through Christ

Easter Gives Us Access To God Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Mar 15, 2005

At Easter, we celebrate the life, death and especially the Resurrection of Jesus. This is a series leading up to Easter, through the Triumphal Entry & Passion. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Easter Gives Us Access to God “And Jesus cried out again with a loud voice, and yielded up His spirit. Then, behold, the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom; and the earth quaked, and the rocks were split...” (Matthew 27:50-51) And Jesus cried out with a loud voice, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-51

Denomination: Holiness

Magnify The Cross Of Jesus Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 28, 2022

Magnify the cross of Jesus Christ... 1. Because it was God's perfect plan. 2. Because it confirms God's prophecies. 3. Because it is the greatest proof of God's love. 4. Because it is the source of our greatest peace.

Magnify the Cross of Jesus Christ! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 20:17-19; Mark 10:32-34; Luke 18:31-34 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 28, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 20:17. In this verse of Scripture, Jesus has started His trip to Jerusalem to die on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-19, Mark 10:32-34, Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Freedom From Our Sin And Mistakes Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 23, 2021

In this MSG we will talk about the salvation that Jesus came to bring to us when He invaded the planet and walked among us.

Finding Freedom From SIN and MISTAKES SO – did you have a Merry, Merry Christmas? Was your heart light and your troubles out of sight. Was your yule-tide bright? NOW – we are in this series… an extremely important series, ONE THAT - we have been in since the first of November. ‘Finding Freedom, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-24, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:4-9, Romans 5:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Under Cover Of Darkness Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 4, 2005

What was happening on the cross when darkness is said to have covered the face of the earth?

Matthew 27:45-50 As we read this passage, two questions come to our minds: 1. Why did darkness cover the whole land (v. 45)? We are told there was a thick darkness over the whole land for three hours, from "the sixth hour until the ninth hour," or from noon till three o’clock in the afternoon. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-50

Denomination: Baptist

Publicly Speaking...

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 27, 2011

The need to worship our multi-faceted God for His singular trait of making PUBLIC STATEMENT as to his existence, the veracity of the Bible, salvation through the Cross and the imminent Second coming of His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.

PUBLICLY SPEAKING…! I have said before and I never tire of reiterating it; we are essentially created to worship the Creator. When it comes to worshipping Him, more than expressing our adoration for the blessings, He showers upon us our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:26

Denomination: *other