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The Dreaded Sap Sucker

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 16, 2005

Do you feel like the life or energy of the spirit is being drained out of you? like your always on reserve, running off the bottom of the tank? You may be the victim of the dreaded sap sucker.

“THE TREES OF THE LORD ARE FULL OF SAP” Ps 104:16 The trees of the LORD are full of sap; the cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted; Ps 1:3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:16, Psalm 104:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

All I Need Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 7, 2010

Jesus’ healing of the man born blind forced his disciples to rethink their theology, forced his neighbors to rethink their perception of him as victim, and forces us to rethink our posture toward healing ministries.

Have you noticed that when you get sick, you get sick all over? When some part of your body isn’t up to par, then the whole person, the whole self, feels bad. When we get sick, we get sick all over. Now you may speak of having an upset stomach, but it’s really an upset you. The physician might ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Everyday Prophets - Nahum Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 11, 2021

Have you ever been bullied? Have you ever been the victim of someone stronger? Have you ever felt defenseless? Have you ever had someone come to your defense?

Everyday Prophets – Nahum February 14, 2021 Have you ever been bullied? Have you ever been the victim of someone stronger? Have you ever felt defenseless? Have you ever had someone come to your defense? Story of being bullied in high school and my dad rescuing me. Nineveh was a city of 120,000 ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7-8, Nahum 1:13, Psalm 23:5, Colossians 3:12-13, Luke 23:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fighting The Good Fight Of The Faith

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 26, 2021

Every now and then I guess we all think realistically about that day when we will be victimized with what is life's final common denominator--that something we call death.

"Every now and then I guess we all think realistically about that day when we will be victimized with what is life's final common denominator--that something we call death. We all think about it and every now and then I think about my own death and I think about my own funeral. And I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-12, Psalm 18:28, Proverbs 4:18-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Rich Young Ruler And The Dark Side Of Love Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 2, 2023

There's a bright side of love, but there's also a dark side to it. This rich young ruler fell victim to the dark side of love after he spoke to Jesus.

(Full disclosures: 1, this message is based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO, on 2-26-2023. This is not an exact transcription. (2, Sermon Central has accepted another message on this text, called “Go thy way-Jesus and the rich young ruler” but this is a different ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Mistreat Godly Woman. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 19, 2024

Many men have mistreated godly women throughout history and even today.

Many men have mistreated godly women throughout history and even today. The Bible condemns such behavior and encourages men to treat women with respect, kindness, and compassion. Some examples of mistreatment include: - Domestic violence and abuse - Emotional manipulation and control - Verbal ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, 1 Peter 3:7

What It Means To Have Faith.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jan 2, 2005

I am glad we are in an army that never has to retreat. We are always on the move forward in faith. Because of what Jesus has done on the cross of Calvary and our faith in Him, we are not the victim but the Victor.

What it means to have faith. Hebrews 11: 6. 01/02/05 I am glad we are in an army that never has to retreat. We are always on the move forward in faith. Because of what Jesus has done on the cross of Calvary and our faith in Him, we are not the victim but the Victor. In the end, we are the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6-40

Denomination: Baptist

Leaky Disciples

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 17, 2008

Dated 1988; post-revival message. We do not retain the Spirit after a period of excitement because we have not counted the cost, we are victims of low self-esteem, or we are not our own persons.

Nothing is more annoying than to be trying to transport some liquid in a leaky vessel. You think you’ve got whatever it is all secure and ready for use, and then all of a sudden you find out it has leaked and drained allover the place ... and nothing is more disturbing and frustrating. When I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Religious Intolerance In Our Time

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 13, 2007

We live in a restless, violent, ever changing world that moves in unknown directions every day. We were witness to this sad reality this past week when those victims at Virginia Tech lost their lives.

Religious Intolerance in our Time. Acts Chapter 5:17,41 The Apostles Persecuted 17 Then the high priest and all his associates, who were members of the party of the Sadducees, were filled with jealousy. 18 They arrested the apostles and put them in the public jail. 19 But during the night ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Miracle Of The Burial Of Jesus

Contributed by Les Puryear on Apr 22, 2016

The burial of Jesus was a wonderful miracle wrought by God. Normally, victims of crucifixion were not buried. So how did Jesus escape the normal disposal of a crucified body? This sermon tells how God did it.

INTRODUCTION - ”JOSEPH OF ARIMATHEA" 1. Easter has come and gone. 2. We have spent much time grieving over the cross and celebrating the resurrection of Christ. 3. Today, I’d like to tell you one more story about the resurrection. 4. If this part of the story of the resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-60, Mark 15:42-46, Luke 23:50-53, John 19:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Arrest Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

Jesus was in complete and absolute control of the situation. He wasn’t the helpless victim of a cruel and unjust system and His life wasn’t snatched from Him either but He surrendered Himself to sinful hands.

The arrest of Jesus John 18:11-27 Job 5:7 says, "People are born for trouble as predictably as sparks fly upward from a fire." Troubles are part of life. And there’s no end to the troubles you will probably face. Let me give you some examples. A fierce gust of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:11-27, Luke 22:52

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Thanks As We Grow Older Sermon Ii: One Leper Gave Thanks Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 27, 2019

Many there seem to be who act as if they are ungrateful for life and life's blessings, but such folks are challenged by a dreaded disease victim to see the good in life and give thanks to God and others who cared enough to help.

ONE LEPER GAVE THANKS - Luke 17:11-19 It is just as true today as it was in the time of Jesus that not everyone is grateful for life and life’s blessings. You would think that, if ten victims of serious illness were healed, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Welcome To The Family Sermon Iv: Disseminating God's Grace Beyond The Household Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 13, 2020

When disasters or crises occur, mature Christians get involved in the plight of the victims and help with their rescue and rehabilitation because it's the right thing to do, as taught by Jesus in one of His famous parables.

DISSEMENATING GOD’S GRACE BEYOND THE HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH Natural disasters, like hurricanes, that wreak havoc in the lives of so many people as well as wreck so much property, tend to bring out the best in all of us. Such was the case recently when untold ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Reconciliation During Lockdown Series

Contributed by Meshak Dayanand on May 10, 2020

As millions of people shelter at home during the coronavirus pandemic, cases of domestic violence are rising rapidly in Russia, the United States, and elsewhere. Activists say victims face an untenable situation as they are forced into self-isolation with their abusers.

In my last sermon, Actually wanted to talk about the entire family but in that, I was only able to speak about husband and wife. But today will try to wrap up the subject, parents and children. As millions of people shelter at home during the coronavirus pandemic, cases of domestic violence are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28, Mark 10:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Suffering Servant Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 21, 2008

The Servant is not a helpless victim of circumstance, but One who in His submissiveness & innocence fulfills the greater purposes of God. Thus in the end He will prosper & be victorious, for His vicarious suffering is God’s plan to accomplish His purpose

ISAIAH 53: 7-9 THE SUFFERING SERVANT [Matthew 27:57-60 / Acts 8:26-40 / 1 Pet. 3:8-18] Pascal, one of the greatest and most influential scientific minds of all time, wrote these meaningful words: "The greatest of the proofs of Jesus Christ are the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7-9, Isaiah 53:7

Denomination: Baptist