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  • After 2000 Years, They're Still Wise Men

    Contributed by Ronald Horgan on Sep 12, 2001
    based on 1,094 ratings
     | 25,617 views

    A look at the "wise men" and what we can learn today as modern wise men and women

    I guess that male bashing is the order of the day in some circles and now it’s reached even to the three wise men. Recently, I saw something that suggested that if the wise men had been women, things would have been different and better. First, if the wise men had been women, they ...read more

  • "god Won’t Give You More Than You Can Handle" Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,716 views

    I know you have a Scripture in mind that you believe actually states that "God won't give you more than you can handle", but that is not what the Bible says.

    Last week we began a series entitled: “THE BIBLE DOESN’T SAY THAT”, looking at some popular sayings that many BELIEVE are found in the Bible, but are not. 1. The first one we studied last week was: “God wants me to be happy.” (If you missed that lesson, you can listen to it in the ...read more

  • A Thorn In My Side

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jul 8, 2021
     | 4,864 views

    We can be thorny people at times, saying "I just can't take it anymore." Paul tells us that's a good thing.

    A Thorn In My Side 2021 Summer Series / 2 Corinthians 12:2–10   • [VIDEO] • [IMAGE] Sand spurs. Bane of kid existence. • Sometimes we look and feel like we’ve been rolling around in a field of thorns. • We can be “thorny people.” • We get to the point where we say, “I just can’t take it any ...read more

  • What To Do When Bad Things Happen To God's People

    Contributed by Richard A. Bradley on Mar 5, 2012
    based on 19 ratings
     | 16,679 views

    God's people often ask "Why has this happened to me?" However, God is not so much interested in why as "what." In this fallen world we cannot prevent bad things from happening. What we do in response to them is another question.

    WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOD’S PEOPLE? Acts 16:25-34 25 But at midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. 26 Suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken; and immediately all the ...read more

  • Anchored In Hope When The World Feels Uncertain PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 152 views

    God offers unshakeable peace and renewed strength in life’s storms when we bring our fears to Him and trust in His faithful presence.

    Some of us walked in today with our shoulders tight and our phones buzzing. Headlines howl. Schedules stretch. Hearts race. You know the feeling—when the ground under your feet seems to shift and your peace feels paper-thin. In those hours, we want something steady, something sure. We long for a ...read more

  • Surprise! Not Everyone Is On You Side Series

    Contributed by M. Keith Williams on Jan 13, 2015
     | 7,932 views

    It may be Satan or a Saint but opposition is a certainty in ministry

    Surprise! Not Everyone Is On You Side Nehemiah 4:1-23 Rodeo Road Baptist Church September 21, 2014 Disclaimer: Each sermon in this series on Nehemiah was written with both commentary help and referencing from time to time information from sermons and illustration found on Sermon Central. In most ...read more

  • Abraham: The Schemer Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 6, 2017
     | 6,087 views

    Abraham: The Schemer - Genesis chapter 20 verses 1-18 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: Foolishness. • The fear of man (vs 11) • The rationalization of sin (vs 12) • The old sinful nature (vs 13) Faithfulness. • They were kept safe (vs 14) • Sarah was kept pure (vs 4-6) • Abraham was recalled (vs 7) Forgiveness. • Abimelech forgives Abraham (vs 6-16) • God ...read more

  • Fathers Be Strong And Courageous Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 30, 2013
     | 9,630 views

    Strength and Courage are two things that will help us to live an abundant life a life where the battle no longer is ours but God's. It will then be won.

    Rocking Rod Stewart sings a song to his son, in that song forever young he sings of his hopes and dreams for his boy, “ May the good Lord be with you Down every road you roam And may sunshine and happiness Surround you when you're far from home And may you grow to be proud Dignified and ...read more

  • Grab Your Sheild: The Key Element Of A Spiritual Warrior Series

    Contributed by Jordon Leblanc on Aug 18, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,339 views

    The shield has been called the most important armour for a Roman soldier. In the same way, we need to take up our shield of faith. Based in Mark 4:35-41.

    Sermon points: As people of faith, we need to: 1) Allow Jesus to Get On Our Boat 2) Understand The Storms Will Come 3) Believe Christ Will Bring Us Through the Storm Changed We serve a great King, amen? Do you see why I get chills when I watch this? I can’t even explain it, but ...read more

  • Stuck In The Middle (Lessons From Gad) Series

    Contributed by Sean Dees on Jul 22, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 724 views

    I want to talk to those that feel stuck. You feel like you are treading water and getting no where. You are serving the Lord but right now you are in a place of discouragement, you feel trapped in the middle of the promises that God has given you,

    Genesis 30:9 When Leah saw that she had left bearing, she took Zilpah her maid, and gave her Jacob to wife. (10) And Zilpah Leah s maid bare Jacob a son. (11) And Leah said, A troop cometh: and she called his name Gad. I. There are some lessons we can learn from Gad. The 12 sons of Jacob, in order ...read more

  • Threefold Cord

    Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jun 8, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 393 views

    When God is the thread that binds our relationships in the church, the cord will not break/

    People love to make comparisons. - “This one is better than that one” - “The original movie was better than the sequel” - “These are more expensive than others, but they’re worth it because they’re better made, and they’ll last you.” We make comparisons every day, don’t we? It helps us discern ...read more

  • Encourage Yourself In The Lord.

    Contributed by Fleming Dunbar on Feb 15, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,087 views

    Tribulations are sent into our lives for very good reasons. Lord Jesus is the one who truly understands our suffering and our response is to trust him in all situations

    Encourage yourself in the Lord. Joshua 1:9 Sometimes preachers give the idea that when you become a Christian life will be a bed of roses from then on. But Jesus said something very different to his disciples. He warned them very clearly, ‘In the world you will have tribulation.’ ...read more

  • Victory In The Valley Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025
     | 693 views

    Victory in the valley is not the absence of battle, but the presence of God in the midst of it. It is in the valley that we learn to trust Him more deeply, see His rod and staff bring comfort, and witness His power to bring us out stronger than before.

    VICTORY IN THE VALLEY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 23:4 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2; 2 Corinthians 4:8-9; Romans 8:37; Micah 7:8; Job 14:7-9 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with mountaintop experiences and valley moments. The valley seasons often represent trials, pain, loss, or deep ...read more

  • The Secret Of Encouragement PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 128 views

    When life falls apart, faith refuses to panic, seeks God’s strength and guidance, and trusts Him to restore what’s been lost.

    Some days smell like smoke. The kind of day when you pull into the driveway and something feels off. The porch light is on, but peace is off. The phone rings, the doctor calls, the boss texts, the door closes—and your heart drops. The room looks the same, but everything has changed. Ashes in the ...read more

  • Taking Risks And Living A Life Of Adventure

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,566 views

    Living a life of risk taking for God is the key to experiencing the abundant and adventurous life God has for us - this message is a challenge to a life of godly calculated risks.

    Cultivating a Spirit of adventure. Anyone here tonight who wants to live a boring life? How about a meaningless life? Jn.10:10 – “I have come that they might have life and have it to the full.” Fear paralyzes us and prevents us from experiencing the abundant life. Fear impacts every area of our ...read more