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The Blind Man With 20/20 Vision

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 7, 2018

A blind man had 20-20 vision while those who could see were blind to the spiritual realm. It's possible to have a miracle but not know Jesus. Take that second step!

THE BLIND MAN WITH 20/20 VISION Jn. 9:1-41 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A little girl told to her parents what she had learned in Children’s Church about the creation of Man & Woman. 2. “The teacher told us how God made the man first. But he was very lonely and had nobody to talk to. So God put ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Satanic Success Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 24, 2021

The Christian must forget tradition and art, and build his concept of Satan on the only reliable source of information, and that is the Bible.

William Congreve said, “If I were a painter I would draw the devil like an idiot, a driveller with a bib and bells.” All I can say to that is that I am glad he is not a painter, for he would only serve the devil’s cause by painting him as a driveling idiot. I agree with Thomas Lodge who said, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

The Essentiality Of The Holy Spirit In The Process Of Revival

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Oct 10, 2005

There can be no life or the revival of life apart from the Holy SPIRIT.

God brings the Prophet to a most unusual place; "A Valley full of Dried Bone." The bones symbolizes at least four things: 1. Death and Restoration of the Nation Isreal. 2. Death and Resurrection of the dead in Christ. 3. Death of the sinner’s life apart from God. 4. Death on all levels. Bones ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Week 1 The Down Side Of Worship: Preparation! Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

Preparation is essential to real worship!

Isaiah 6:1 “In the year that King Uzziah died…” (NIV) King Uzziah life was characterized by Four Distinctives: 1. 2 Kings 15:3 2. 2 Chronicles 26:5 3. 2 Chronicles 26:5,8 4. 2 Chronicles 26: 19-20 Preparation is essential to real worship! How do we prepare ourselves to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Man Sent From God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 19, 2020

Pastor comes from the word shepherd. • He guides the flock. • He feeds and waters them. • He protects them and their little lambs.

Jeremiah 3:15, “And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.” 9 times the word “pastor” is used in the Bible. 8 of these are found in Jeremiah. One time in Ephesians. 5 times it is used in rebuke or condemnation. His success is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Problems And Consequences Of Half Obedience Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 9, 2022

King Rehoboam provides a striking example of what half obedience can lead us into.

- This sermon series will start with Rehoboam and go through the Babylonian captivity. - Rehoboam is the son of Solomon. TIMES THAT HALF OBEDIENCE CREATES PROBLEMS: 1. When we listen for what we want to hear. - 2 Chronicles 10:1-19. - Asks for three days, listens to the wrong counselors. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 10:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Results Of Giving

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on May 28, 2002

God uses generous giving to make sure the church is a community where no one stands alone.

Biblical Giving: For Mature Audiences Only – Part 4 May 26, 2002 THE RESULTS OF GIVING (Acts 4:32-5:11, p. 1081-1082) INTRODUCTION (Show video of Katherine and Linda Brooker testimony) The message this morning is about the results of giving. When Robert and I went over to the Brooker’s this ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Say It Anyway" - Too Good Not To Be True-Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Jan 30, 2006

Part 3 of a 4 part mini-series on the three blessings of God from Ephesians 1, focusing on the blessing of adoption as sons and daughters.

“Focusing on Truth – a study in Ephesians” Lesson Four: “Too Good Not to Be True – part 3” Subtitle – “Say it anyway!” Ephesians 1:4-8 First - Read Ephesians 1:4-8 - PRAY There are few affirmations that are more important to the overall well-being of a child than the loving affirmation of parents. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

"the Freedom Christ Gives

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 4, 2020

Most people don't understand freedom

Everybody on earth desires freedom. I do, and if I were a betting man, I’d gamble that you do, too! But many people don’t understand what freedom is or what freedom is not. Unfortunately, some people’s idea of, and quest for, freedom actually enslaves and imprisons them. Jude advises us “For ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Ownership

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 20, 2018

All believers have been given new life in Christ under Divine Ownership, with a Divine Occupant, and a Divine Objective.

Divine Ownership 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 (Focus = verses 19-20) The Corinthian church was much like the church in America today. They lived in a culture that was hedonistic, seeking to gratify their physical appetites for pleasure. The city was consumed and obsessed with sensuality and promiscuity. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Staying With The Church

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 14, 2019

To be Saved today, we too must Stay in the House. The House is the Church according to ACTS 2:47 “PRAISING GOD, AND HAVING FAVOR WITH ALL THE PEOPLE. AND THE LORD ADDED TO THE CHURCH DAILY SUCH AS SHOULD BE SAVED.”

TITLE: I’M STAYING WITH THE CHURCH SCRIPTURE: JOSHUA 2:18-19 I remember many years ago when our children were still small I was awakened in the middle of the night by flash lights and voices around the backyard and around the outside of the house. I jumped out of bed as I heard a loud knock on ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Is God An Investor?

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jul 11, 2006

What stocks does God have his interest in? He only has His interest in two and that is Jesus, His only Son and the Church. (You & I)

Is God An Investor? John 3:16 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Generally speaking, there is no comparison to be made between the value of a diamond and that of a grain of corn, yet all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Justifiable Homicide

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jan 15, 2005

Using Paul’s design to victory through overcoming the desire of the flesh.

Scripture: Galatians 5:24 Title: “Justifiable Homicide” Introduction: This portion of Scripture demands explaining. This verse could be, at the very least, perplexing without an explanation. “THOSE WHO BELONG TO CHRIST” – What does this mean? · The Church has been bought with the blood of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heirs

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 5, 2012

First Sunday in the New Year.

Galatians 4: 4 – 7 / Heirs Intro: Have you ever thought you might be the long-lost heir to someone’s fortune. There may be thousands of dollars out there just waiting for you to claim them. There is a website run by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY ADMINISTRATORS ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Snare Of Money

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 10, 2013

God cannot bless butter fingers! If you are allowing money to slip effortlessly through your fingers for extravagant spending, squandering and lavish living, mark it, God cannot trust you with His money!

Snare of money! Ezra 7:15”…and whereas you (Ezra) are to carry the silver and gold which the king and his counselors have freely offered to the God of Israel, whose dwelling is in Jerusalem..” God cannot bless butter fingers! If you are allowing money to slip effortlessly ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:8-28

Denomination: Pentecostal