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The Unfruitful Vine

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 6, 2012

God created us for His purpose, it is our responsibility to discover and fulfill the purpose. There is a reward if we do, and there will be punishment if we do not.

THE UNFRUITFUL VINE Study Text: Luke 13:6-9 He also spoke this parable: A certain man had a fig-tree planted in his vineyard. And he came and sought fruit on it, and found none. Luk 13:7 And he said to the dresser of his vineyard, Behold, these three years I come seeking fruit on this fig-tree, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Witness To Be Believed

Contributed by Don Emmitte on Apr 15, 2014

The Apostle John provides for us a witness encouraging belief in Christ.

A Witness to Be Believed John 20:30-31 Easter Sunday Sermon by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Almost everyone has heard of Mr. Heinz whose US7 varieties" of pickles have distinguished his name. One day after an ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Squealers

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 5, 2019

A study of Psalm 54: 1 – 7

Psalm 54: 1 – 7 Squealers To the Chief Musician. With stringed instruments. A Contemplation of David when the Ziphites went and said to Saul, “Is David not hiding with us?” 1 Save me, O God, by Your name, and vindicate me by Your strength. 2 Hear my prayer, O God; Give ear to the words of my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 54:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Aim For Perfection

Contributed by Roger Hutto on Dec 31, 2017

The church should intentionally strive for perfection - being a church where God's presence is evident and powerful. This requires a strategy of obeying God's word, uniting on the fundamental truths of our faith, and never sacrificing unity over trivial

Aim for Perfection 2 Corinthians 13:11 Well, we have another Year in the books! We're standing at the door ready to enter into a New Year. What are we going to do with it? How are we going to approach it? We've got a couple of choices: • We can focus on the past: whether it be our successes ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Be Of Little Faith?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 18, 2025

There is something that we should ask ourselves. Do Christians truly have enough faith in today’s society?

What Does It Mean to Be of Little Faith? Luke 12:28 There are five instances within the New Testament that speak about being “of little faith.” The online Merriam-Webster dictionary defines faith as belief and trust in and loyalty to God, something that is believed with strong conviction. So, with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Good Vs Evil: Satan's World

Contributed by Mason Davis on Oct 23, 2025

Why does God allow evil in this world?

SATAN’S WORLD: GOOD VS. EVIL By: C. Mason Davis TODAY’S SCRIPTURE Isaiah 5:20: "Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!" How do you define good? How do you define bad? How do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:20

Conflict Of Ages

Contributed by Dan Shubin on May 27, 2002

About the concept of Christian pacifism and conscientious objection to military service, in the Bible and history.

THE CONFLICT OF AGES Daniel H. Shubin He (the Messiah) will judge between the nations, and will decide for many people; and they will beat their swords into plows and their spears into pruning shears; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Isaiah 2:4

Denomination: Apostolic

Why Did Paul Participate In Festivals?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Paul gives us insights into why he participated in religious festivals for the sake of the kingdom of God.

Why Did Paul Participate in Festivals? (Acts 20:13-16) 1. Why do you suppose that Paul was in such a hurry to get to the festival of Pentecost in Jerusalem in this passage? Illustration:Experience comes from what we have done. Wisdom comes from what we have done badly. Theodore Levitt, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The School Of Grace

Contributed by Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. on Nov 12, 2002

Godly living is made possible through grace.

Lessons From The School Of Grace Titus 2:11-14 Mar 9, 1998 Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. 11 For the Grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Forty Benefits Of Salt And Light

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2003

Too many Christians fail to appropriate the benefits, privileges and responsibilities of being salt and light. As a result, millions suffer because they continue to be spoiled by the world and its destrutive ways. Similarly, approximately 5.7 billion peop

Benefits of Salt (Matt 5:13-16) Too many Christians fail to appropriate the benefits, privileges and responsibilities of being salt and light. As a result, millions suffer because they continue to be spoiled by the world and its destrutive ways. Similarly, approximately 5.7 billion people are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Two Most Sacred Words In The American Religion Of Materialism Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 15, 2001

Evaluation of our desire to "Charge it!" and God’s instruction toward choosing contentment.

Introduction: In the American religion of materialism, there are two words more sacred than any other: "Charge it!" - Yet, consider the following two scenarios in evaluating the intelligence of using plastic: 1. Ellin is 30 years old. She has a $3,500 balance on her Citibank credit card at 18% ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

Three Steps To A Life Changing Conversion

Contributed by John Deaton on Sep 18, 2004

Three things that Paul goes through in his conversion that should be applied to our lives.

There are three steps that we see Paul go through in the book of Acts that lead to his life changing conversion. We are going to look at those three steps and see how they apply to our lives today. The first of these steps is ..... 1. Seeing (Acts 22:6) A.) God will reveal him self to you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:6-16

Denomination: Baptist

Church Health, Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

There has been an incredible emphasis in recent years on church health. Many believe that if a local church is healthy and functioning the way it should, natural growth will be the result. The removal of growth-restricting diseases that often plague the

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: There has been an incredible emphasis in recent years on church health. Many believe that if a local church is healthy and functioning the way it should, natural growth will be the result. The removal of growth-restricting diseases that often plague the body of ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2-11

1 A Defining Moment For Life

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 13, 2005

Introducing Ephesians from Chapter 1

- PowerPoint upon Request - PDF fill-in-the-blanks bulletin insert outline upon request A Defining Moment for Life Eph 1 - June 1, 1980 - 2005, CNN -25 years of stories - September 11, 2001, ended with the deaths of more than 2,700 people in the worst terrorist attack in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

2 Defining Moments - How To Put Your Design To Work

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 13, 2005

Four things for the inlightened to know

- PowerPoint upon Request - PDF fill-in-the-blanks bulletin insert outline upon request 2 Defining Moments How To Put Your Design To Work Having a computer Given programs but do not know how to run them 1) 4-7 - Satisfaction from the Father 2) 8-12 - Sufficiency through the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist