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Furthering Your Faith-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 6, 2024

1 of 6. The apostle Peter encouraged the Churches to bolster/strengthen their faith in Christ, in order to provide an abundant entrance to God’s kingdom. God’s people are obligated to further their faith. ?What does ‘Furthering Your Faith’ involve or entail? Furthering Your Faith involves...

*We ran short of time, so I chose to abruptly end with the elucidation of DUE DILIGENCE DONE[:5a-d](:5-7)--“virtue”(as below).* FURTHERING Your FAITH-I—2Peter 1:5a-d(:5-11) Attention: *For your ‘basic’ small boat: Depending on your particular fishing needs—Fishing the Florida ‘flats’, OR fishing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5, 2 Peter 1:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Church Of Thessalonica For The 21st Century | Part 5 | True Fellowship | Dr. Madana Kumar Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Mar 11, 2024

Christianity is not a solitary religion. Church is Christ's body built on the unlimited liability principle. Dr. Madana Kumar, digs deep into the question of how we can build a community with unlimited liability mentality

Building a Church of Thessalonica for the 21st century | Part 5 | True Fellowship This is Part 5 of the Series of studies on 1 & 2 Thessalonians For an Audio/ video version of this please visit here https://youtu.be/DD6334VZSS0 Good morning. We will continue our study of the epistles to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5, 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, 1 Thessalonians 5:11-15, 1 Thessalonians 3:3-4, 2 Thessalonians 1:4-5, 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13, 2 Thessalonians 1:3, 2 Thessalonians 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Woman With The Red Rope

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 1, 2023

Rahab was part of a city about to be judged for its wickedness, but she feared God. God saw her heart and and gave her the saving symbol of a Red Rope, that represented the blood of Christ. The Blood preserved her and made her an Ancestor of Jesus Christ.

THE WOMAN WITH THE RED ROPE Josh. 2:1-24; 6:20-25 INTRODUCTION A. ACTIVITY 1. Today our story is about a ROPE. So in preparation, we’re going to have a TUG-OF-WAR. The winner will get a piece of candy and the 2nd place winners will get a piece of candy of your choice. 2. We don’t want anyone ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"when Praise Ain't Enough

Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Aug 11, 2025

What if I told you that there are times when our praise actually becomes noise to God? What if our worship services can actually stink in His nostrils?

“WHEN PRAISE AIN’T ENOUGH!” Tony – Study – Prayer – Meditation: August 2025 When God Calls Our Worship NOISE! Opening Scripture: Amos 5:21-23 (KJV) "I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies... Take thou away from me the noise of thy songs; for I will ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:21, Matthew 15:8-9, John 4:23-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Field, A Faith, And A Future

Contributed by John Newton on Sep 29, 2025

What was Jeremiah thinking when he purchased that field?

I wonder if any of you have ever spent money on something and later regretted doing it. I know I have on more than one occasion. And I suspect I’m not the only one here this morning who’s guilty of it. We call them impulse purchases. And just for fun, I thought I’d share a few examples that I came ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:1-15

Denomination: Episcopal

When The Lights Go Out

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025

Jesus rekindles our passion to shine. His authority sends us, His Spirit empowers us, and His mission becomes our greatest thrill again

It happens slowly. You rarely notice when the first lights begin to flicker. A bulb gives up in the back hallway. One more goes dark in the kitchen. The living room dims a little, but you don’t think much about it. You just squint more. You buy a cheaper lamp. You hold your phone screen a little ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Acts 1:8, John 20:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Because He Lives

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 2, 2025

Because He lives, the Great Commission becomes resurrection life in motion—Christ’s presence transforming ordinary believers into living proof of His victory.

Nothing can strike a note of guilt in the Christian heart quite as fast as the Great Commission—perhaps raising our kids comes close—but this one has a special sting. We read the words and instantly feel their weight: > “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given unto Me. Therefore go ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Romans 6:4, 2 Corinthians 4:7-10, John 20:21-22, Acts 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Where Is Your Nineveh? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to embrace God's calling on their lives, resist the temptation to run from it, and understand the repercussions of refusal.

Good morning, beloved. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together in the house of the Lord, to lift our hearts and voices in praise, and to immerse ourselves in the truth of His Word. As we gather today, let's remember that we are not alone. We are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Topics: Assignment

Sound Mind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

Explores our God-given identity of power, love, and sound mind, and emphasizes the importance of focusing on God's Word and living out His truth.

Welcome, beloved, to this sacred space where we gather together in fellowship and faith, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to grow ever closer to Him. I am so thankful for each of you, for your commitment to walking this path of faith, for your courage in seeking understanding, and for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Topics: Allowing

Grievances In The Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 13, 2024

This sermon explores confronting sins, cleansing from unrighteousness, and claiming our kingdom inheritance through understanding and applying Paul's message in 1 Corinthians 6:1-11.

Good morning, beloved family of God, gathered here today in this sacred space, where the presence of our Lord is palpable and His grace is abundant. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are eager, our spirits are thirsty, and our souls are yearning for a fresh ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Topics: Courting, Sins

Created To Become Like Christ Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Apr 26, 2005

Purpose #3 DISCIPLESHIP — 40 Days of Purpose (addapted from Rick Warren) See in Word format at www.praiseag.org

CREATED TO BECOME LIKE CHRIST Purpose #3 DISCIPLESHIP — 40 Days of Purpose Philippians 2:5 Adapted from Outline by Rick Warren—Saddleback Church INTRODUCTION: In Shakespeare’s A Mid Summer Night’s Dream, the poor, foolish mortal characters come to the point of being unable to distinguish dreams ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Followers Make Good Fishermen Series

Contributed by Grady Henley on Nov 4, 2011

Followers make good Fishermen

Lesson 05 of the Follow Me Series Followers Make Good Fishermen Compiled by Grady Henley Text: Mat 4:19-25 Key Verses: 1 Tim 3:14 These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly: 1 Tim 3:15 But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

Correcting Your “i” Problem Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

After 22 years of being a believer knowing Jesus Christ, Paul was still a maturing Christian. He said, “I still have to deal with and confront sin.”

INTRODUCTION Beginning in verse 14 of Romans, chapter 7, I will talk to you about correcting your “I” problem. The big “I.” But before I start the message, I want to make an identification for you. I’ve been pastor here at Green Acres for a little over 7 ½ years and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

Diversions And Distractions: Tools Used Against Us Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 9, 2024

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

Diversions and Distractions: Tools Used Against Us (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:10-11, Joshua 9:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Responsibility Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 17, 2003

This sermon is an adaptation from John Maxwell’s Book "The Twenty one Indespensible Qualities of Leadership"

Responsibility Heb 6:11, Matt 5:41, Rom 1:20 August 16, 2003 I. Last year our family went to San Antonio. Our kids were excited about seeing Sea World and Fiesta Texas, and Donna wanted to see the River Walk, but there was only one thing that I really wanted to see, and that was the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:11, Matthew 5:41

Denomination: Baptist