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Anchors Aweigh Series

Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 5, 2001

Today, we find ourselves having "crossed over" so to speak into a new year.

NAVIGATING THE NEW YEAR Anchors Aweigh Today we’re going to begin a 4 part series of messages that I’ve titled "Navigating the New Year." I’m going to ask you to join me in the book of Joshua, chapter 4. Before we read our text, let me bring you up to date as to the history of Joshua and the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15, Joshua 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002

Our whole goal is to lead people to fall in love with God. Not to make them better people or better Christians, but to help them to better know the awesome power and intimacy of God’s love, and that will radically change their hearts and lives.

Our whole goal is to lead people to fall in love with God. Not to make them better people or better Christians, but to help them to better know the awesome power and intimacy of God’s love, and that will radically change their hearts and lives. Humor: A rather pompous-looking deacon was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Road To Maturity

Contributed by Tony Kwan on Jun 22, 2003

How to avoid the risk of backsliding and become a mature Christian

Hebrews 5:11-6:20 The Road to Maturity Outline Introduction Signs of spiritual infant 5:11-14 Two choices: · The right choice 6:1-3 · The wrong choice 6:4-8 The road to maturity: · Remember the past 6:9-10 · Act on the present 6:11-12 · Look for the future 6:13-20 Introduction John Stott, a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Testimony - Something You Gain Victory From

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 9, 2006

what’s acceptable & what’s not acceptable

READING THIS TEXT HAS GIVEN ME A GREAT DEAL OF INSIGHT ABOUT TESTIMONY. I AM FULLY PURSUADED TO BELIEVE THAT WE CAME UP IN CHURCH BELIEVING THAT WHEN SOMEONE HAD GOTTEN UP AND SAID THAT THEY THANK GOD FOR THE ACTIVITIES OF THEIR LIMBS, THE FOOD ON THE TABLE, THE CLOTHES ON THEIR BACK WAS A ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revivals We Need

Contributed by James Roberts on Dec 13, 2009

What kind of revival do we Need? This kind!

THE REVIVAL WE NEED Psalm 85:6 INTRODUCTION: A. In light of the times, we need a revival B. Definition of Revival: 1. Walter Boldt - “God at work restoring His church to health.” 2. Finney - “Return to the first love resulting in conversion of sinners.” C. What kind of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Marriage Dilemma

Contributed by Don Campbell on Jul 1, 2023

We often talk about the divorce dilemma, but we don't have divorces until we have marriage dilemma.

THE MARRIAGE DILEMMA Introduction A. It is reported that the divorce rate has hit a 50-year low. However, the marriage rate fell by 60% over the same period, so statistics are not helpful. B. The church has not escaped the divorce dilemma, but we don’t have divorce dilemmas until we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service Contract—2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 28, 2001

A description of the willful commitment entered into by God’s people to serve their God exclusively. Part 2 of a 2 part sermon.

SERVICE CONTRACT-II—Joshua 24:14-28 A newly appointed young preacher was contacted by the local funeral director to hold a graveside committal service at a small country cemetery in the country. There was to be no funeral, just the committal, because sadly, the deceased had no family or friends ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-28

Denomination: Baptist

Received Or Rejected

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 26, 2003

God does not force Himself or His will upon mankind, we either receive God’s grace or we reject Him. This message deals with the benefits or receiving God’s promises.

(John 1:11&12) "He came unto His own, and they received Him not. But as many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on His name." (1) Our Text says, "But as many as received Him." Not those that had heard of Him, or even those who had seen Him, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Commitment: Separating The Doers From The Dreamers

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 27, 2020

Today we will be looking at the topic of Commitment. The essence of commitment is expressed in the words of Ruth to her mother-in-law Naomi...

Today we will be looking at the topic of Commitment. The essence of commitment is expressed in the words of Ruth to her mother-in-law Naomi: "Don't urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ As Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 19, 2015

Jesus made it clear that true disciples forsake all to follow him.

Putting on a uniform does not make you a soldier. Qualifications are made clear for soldiers. Kevin Ammerman of Indiana was determined to join the military, but at 351 pounds he was turned down from each branch because he was ‘too big.’ He lost 160 pounds, met the requirements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deliverance From Sin

Contributed by David Leach on May 31, 2014

“The measure of our knowledge of God will be the measure of our sense of sin".

Rom 14:23 . . .Whatever is not from faith is sin,. .whatever is done without a conviction of its approval by God is sinful. AMP 1 Jo 3 :5-6 And you know that He (Jesus) was manifested to take away our sins, and in Him there is no sin. Whoever abides in Him does not sin. .. The name "Keswick ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Counting The Cost

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 5, 2019

Discipleship is not for the faint of heart.

Counting The Cost Luke 14: 25 - 33 Intro: I recently read the true story about a preacher who was standing at the door shaking hands as the congregation departed on Easter Sunday. He grabbed one man by the hand and pulled him aside. The preacher said to him, The man replied, "You need to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rebuilding From Ruins: A New Dawn SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

God promises to restore the fallen house of David, repairing its broken places and restoring its ruins. A new, stronger, and more powerful nation will emerge, marking the dawn of a new day.

The Book of Amos ends with a promise of restoration for the nation of Israel. Despite their disobedience and the judgment they faced, God assures them that He will not completely destroy the house of Jacob. Even in their captivity, God promises to save a remnant. To understand the reason for their ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:11-15

Topics: Restoration, Strength, Power

Nailprints Don't Lie

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 19, 2003

Thomas dealt with his loss by postponing his choices and by absenting himself from the community. We do the same; but the nailprints of our shame and our guilt tell the truth about us.

 We respond to loss in a variety of ways. There is no predicting how people will act when they lose something they cherish. I have seen everything from screaming and wailing to solid stoicism to outright laughter. I have conducted funerals where people have wept openly, and others ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

"A Commitment-Filled Heart”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 12, 2023

The sad reality is that most of the world lives by phrase, “I want to keep my options open.” But nothing great in life happens without making commitments. Commitments give our lives direction and purpose. In this message we’ll look at the four “P’s” of commitment.

A Christian’s Heart “A Commitment-Filled Heart” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BW-fue8NBYM With all the volatility going on in today’s market, with all the ups and downs and wild swings that dominate the headlines, not to mention the soaring inflation rate; many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26, Matthew 25:23, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Foursquare