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Gideon Prudently Pacifies The Offended Ephramites Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 20, 2019

They were angry with Gideon because they were left out and did not share in the glory. Gideon tactfully gave them the “soft answer” that healed the wounds and prevented division. Better to do that than to start another war.

Chapter 27 Gideon Prudently Pacifies the Offended Ephramites [Judges 8.1-8.4] Scripture 1 And the men of Ephraim said unto him, Why hast thou served us thus, that thou calledst us not, when thou wentest to fight with the Midianites? And they did chide with him sharply. 2 And he said unto them, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

Deacons? Who Needs Them:

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 14, 2013

Discovering the process for appointing deacons through reviewing the account of the appointment of the seven in the first congregation.

“Now in these days when the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint by the Hellenists arose against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the full number of the disciples and said, ‘It is not right that we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Issues With Rome Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Sep 21, 2015

Here are some separate topics that can be included in one message about Romanism, and how it is quite different from Biblical Christianity. Celibacy, Mary, Inquisition and more.

Biblical vs Romanist Approaches to Celibacy (Presentation given at annual AFEC conference) When I was first assigned this topic, several questions occurred to me, the answers to which form the heart of the following message. I trust they are your questions too. Question ONE: What is celibacy, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Psalm 40- The Perfect Present! Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Dec 22, 2020

A study of Psalm 40 will present to us the portrait of the absolutely, perfect gift that is available to all!!

Topic: Sunday Sermon Series – The Psalms of Christmas Title: Psalm 40- The Perfect Present! (Part 1) Text: Psalm 40 For the director of music. Of David. A psalm. 1 I waited patiently for the Lord; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. 2 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the ...read more

Doth God Hear Sinners? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jul 28, 2020

To establish that God doth hear the cries and prayers of all people, whether they are saints or sinners. This lesson deals with the witness of a man once blind, before the Pharisees, after Jesus put spittle of clay in them, he washed in the pool of Siloam and came seeing.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Doth God Hear Sinners? Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “Doth God Hear Sinners?” This is the first lesson, in the sermon-series entitled: “Re-digging in Old Wells.” There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in old ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:18, John 9:31, Isaiah 12:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Well 1 John Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 21, 2022

To be able to love well means I have to embrace the 4 letter word, “Love” in its original definition and its created application – Because that word “Love” has been twisted and distorted by this world – But the true meaning of love goes back to God’s meaning of love!

Video Transition: Love Anthem - Skit Guys Series: Love Well in 2022 Love Well - 2022 series Thesis: To be able to love well means I have to embrace the 4 letter word, “Love” in its original definition and its created application – Because that word “Love” has been twisted and distorted by this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4, 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 21, 2021

The Holy Spirit Series: CREED: Truths that Unite Brad Bailey – February 28, 2021

The Holy Spirit Series: CREED: Truths that Unite Brad Bailey – February 28, 2021 Intro... I want to add my warm welcome to each of you. We are continuing our weekly engagement with the central truths that are identified in what has been called The Apostles Creed. These are the truths... that were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Think Bigger! - Genesis 17 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 24, 2021

It’s the comments that he made about the games that really influenced me quite a bit in how I perceived myself and what that did for me.

When I was growing up I grew up in a Christian home with parents who really had it together. I’m really grateful. My dad every evening before we went to bed he would play game with us. I remember playing games with my dad as a preschooler, elementary, even early teenager, we were playing games ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Check Your Motivation - Genesis 14 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 24, 2021

Motives are those things that are kind of inside the heart of a person. Caleb even says when he thinks about the heart that’s what he thinks about.

Today we’re going to look at motives. I want you to just examine your own motives for a bit. Motives are those things that are kind of inside the heart of a person. Caleb even says when he thinks about the heart that’s what he thinks about. He thinks about motives. That’s what is this deeper stuff ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Good… All The Time! Reconnecting With The Father’s Unfailing Love

Contributed by Sebastien Richard on Jul 28, 2021

How can we get believers to believe the depth of the love of God? Is it even possible? Yes, it is! But we need a love overhaul in our understanding first...

By Sebastien Richard, Author and Bible teacher, Thriving on Purpose Ministries: https://www.thrivingonpurpose.com/ In his epistle to the Romans, Paul admonishes us: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18-19, Matthew 7:9-11, Jeremiah 29:11, James 1:13, 1 Corinthians 1:20, Romans 8:28, Romans 12:2, Luke 13:4-5, Matthew 17:14-18  (view more)  (view less)

Judgment Please, Hold The Mercy - James 2:8-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 28, 2021

Showing mercy means giving people what they need rather than what they deserve. This message will help you enjoy receiving God’s mercy every day and will motivate you to show mercy to others—especially in your thoughts toward people.

James 2:8 If you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” you are doing right. 9 But if you show favoritism, you sin and are convicted by the law as lawbreakers. 10 For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:8-13

This One Belief Changes Everything Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Oct 9, 2022

What it really means to be a disciple.

The gospel of John does not contain any parables. What the gospel of John has in it is conversations and we learn from those conversations. There’s a conversation that we have with Nicodemus, there's the conversation that we have with the woman at the well, the woman caught in adultery. We have ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-71

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It’s Not Your Party - James 4:13-17 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 30, 2022

What is the difference between wisely planning ahead and prideful presumption on the future?

James 4:13 Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” 14 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then disappears. 15 Instead, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

All Things New

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 21, 2022

Life for the newborn Christian is going to change. And the change will be dramatic. The same holds true for the revived saint. The change we witness in those who are twice-born and those who are revived is revealed in the new commitment Ruth demonstrated toward her mother-in-law.

“Do not urge me to leave you or to return from following you. For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God. Where you die I will die, and there will I be buried. May the LORD do so to me and more also if anything but death ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Us Our Debts (Contd) - Matthew 6:12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 20, 2024

When we sin God is displeased and our relationship with Him is disrupted. That continues until we confess in sorrow and repentance and He forgives and brings us back out into the light.

Matthew 6:5-15 And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12