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A Pyrrhic Victory

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 26, 2023

Peter rebukes Jesus

A Pyrrhic Victory Mark 8:31-38 Have you ever heard the saying, “They won the battle, but they lost the war?” This is like a Pyrrhic (Pear rick) victory; which is a victory that ends up causing such a devastating toll on the victor, it ends up as a defeat, rather than a victory, due to its long ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encouraging A Son In The Faith

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jun 10, 2023

Father's Day, Paul and Timothy

Encouraging a Son in the Faith 1 Timothy 4:1-5, 12-16 Good Morning…Happy Father’s Day! Mark Twain once said, “When a boy turns 13, seal him in a barrel and feed him through a knot hole. When he turns 16, plug up the hole.” Mark Twain also said, “When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:15, 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord's Presence

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 11, 2024

David desired to spend all of his days in the presence of the Lord

The Lord’s Presence Psalm 27:4-9 I was thinking about my best day on Planet Earth. I can think of many good days. I remember skiing on Lake Berryessa, I remember my first big buck on my first day ever hunting, and I have had many good days of horseback riding. I remember buying our wholesale ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Is Near

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 17, 2024

David hiding in a cave, communicates that the LORD is near and protects His children

The LORD is Near Psalm 34:7-18 Good morning, As we have been studying the Book of Psalms, we have learned many things about the Lord's character and His attributes. King David had such a close walk with the LORD, that as he was inspired by the Holy Spirit to write some of the Psalms, he was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Panhandler's Real Need

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Mar 4, 2025

Peter and John at the beautiful gate

The Panhandler’s Real Need Acts 3:1-10 Good morning… As we have been going through the Book of Acts, I have mentioned the two extremes of Christ's followers’ beliefs concerning healings, signs, and wonders. There are some extreme emotionalists and there are some frozen chosen. I personally ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Armed And Dangerous

Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 21, 2002

Here’s the truth, whether we want to recognize it or not: we’re in a battle. When we choose Jesus Christ, we’re not choosing the easy path in life. Our foes are worse than any of those in human battles: we’re battling “spiritual forces of evil”. Our foe i

“Armed and Dangerous” Ephesians 6:10-20 Kung Fu Clergy. Martial Arts Ministry. If you think these are cute oxymorons, think again. More karate clergy are cinching their black belts than ever, chopping for Christ, kicking, blocking, flipping and punching their way into churches everywhere. Many of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Methodist

Just Do It

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 30, 2008

A fresh look at the communion service.

1. COMMUNION IS A COMMAND "this do...this do" The command to partake of the Lord’s Supper is as important as any of the 10 commandments. Communion is not an optional extra. Eating and drinking at the Lord’s Table is more important than eating and drinking your daily food. 2. COMMUNION IS A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

The Peace Of The Cross

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

Diplomacy has been defined as the art of saying, "nice doggie," until you find a rock. There is truth to this, but it is also true that one may want to say, "nice doggie" until the dog likes you, and becomes, in fact, a nice and friendly dog. That is being a peace maker.

A traveler in the South found himself stranded in a small town on Saturday night. Wondering around, he noticed there were two Baptist churches. He couldn't understand it, so he asked someone why it was that such a small town would have two Baptist churches? The local man said, "They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

The Curse Of The Cargo Cult

Contributed by Craig Sully on Apr 7, 2010

Rather than being a shoddy imitation, we need to emulate the Book of Acts Church, unintimidated by others.

The Curse of the Cargo Cult 2 TImothy 3:1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. 2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With Problems In Life

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022

There are many things in life that distinguish us from each other. Such as:

? Ethnicity ? Economics ? Intelligence ? Spirituality ? Personal appearances ? Talents and skills ? Personalities Another thing that distinguishes us from each other is how we handle problems. We all have problems: But some folks do not have the slightest idea how to deal with them. While others ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Reacting To Trouble

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Sep 19, 2001

A sermon based on Psalm 27 in light of the tragedy of September 11, 2001

REACTING TO TROUBLE Psalm 27 INTRODUCTION: Our world changed Tuesday morning, and in many ways it will never be the same. The tragedy that has inflicted upon our nation is something that many people believed could never happen here. And yet it did. This week Americans learned that we are as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heart In The Right Place

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Most of us are farsighted about sin—we see the sins of others but not our own.

Opening illustration: “Could they not carry their own garbage this far?” I grumbled to Jay as I picked up empty bottles from the beach and tossed them into the trash bin less than 20 feet away. “Did leaving the beach a mess for others make them feel better about themselves? I sure hope these people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Losing The Cutting Edge Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 29, 2002

Life has away of causing us to lose our cutting edge.

I am pondering how hard it is to keep sharp things sharp, hot things hot, and joy in all things. 1. TAKE TIME TO SHARPEN YOUR TOOLS. Have you heard the story of the young man that hired on with a logging firm. He was so strong, and as he started cutting trees, he and his chain saw worked as one. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4, 2 Kings 6:4-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Worthy Is The Lamb Series

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 4, 2007

The seals are broken by the lamb before the book is opened. Notice the events of the seals are not the ending of time; they are however, the events which proceed toward the end of time. The seals must be opened prior to the opening of the book. The Discip

Revelation 6 Study Guide Hall Street Baptist Church Wednesday Sept 13, 2006 M. Blankenship The seals are broken by the lamb before the book is opened. Notice the events of the seals are not the ending of time; they are however, the events which proceed toward the end of time. The seals must be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Critically Reading The Signs Of The Times In The Last Days Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 13, 2023

The world is in chaotic times, unable to solve the problems it has made. Where is it all heading? The Christian must not be unsettled for the bible is clear on where all this is going. This examines the SIGNS OF THE TIMES that Jesus spoke about. We are in the last days of the Church age.

CRITICALLY READING THE SIGNS OF THE TIMES IN THE LAST DAYS This is an important posting. Please do not tune out and ignore what is happening now at increasing speed. We need to be able to read the signs of the time and that is biblical, from the Lord Himself – {{Matthew 16:3 “and in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:3, Ezekiel 38:16, 2 Timothy 3:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 3:2, Revelation 6:3-4, Revelation 13:3, Isaiah 59:8-15, 2 Timothy 3:2-4, Isaiah 30:18, Isaiah 42:1, Isaiah 42:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational