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Titanic Warning?

Contributed by Casey Sabella on Apr 6, 2012

Four captains played significant roles in the tragedy which unfolded that fateful night. Each modeled a leadership style thatmspeaksmvolumesmto the church today.

Titanic Warning? On April 15th, we pause to reflect on an event which happened one hundred years ago...the sinking of the Titanic. This ship, and the stories that surround it have fascinated people throughout the world ever since that fateful night. Thousands of books have been written and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus' High Priestly Prayer Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 9, 2013

An introduction to Jesus' High Priestly Prayer.

JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER (Introduction) John 17:1-26 I usually try to refrain from using words such as best or greatest. The reason is because I realize that quite often “best” is in the eye of the beholder. What we speak of as being best would be better described as being our favorite. If ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Surrounded By Evil Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 15, 2013

We see people getting victimized, we see people rejecting God, we see people acting in very ungodly like ways. What should we do about it? As we study these psalms we get a picture of who God is, who we are, and we get a perspective to help.

This psalm was written for the Sabbath day. Upon returning from their captivity to Babylon, Israelis sang this on the Sabbath at the time of the morning sacrifice. The psalm extols knowing God, and being transformed by God and contrasts that with those who refuse a relationship with Him. 1 – ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Beginning To Sink

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 19, 2013

The story of Peter walking on the water and beginning to sink provides excellent lessons for us to prevent us from beginning to sink in the trouble waters of life.

There are two sights in human life which fill the heart with profound sorrow. The first sight is that of a person who has sunk amid the troubled waters of life. It is the one whose once youthful face is no more because of rough, hard living. It is the person who had a good raising, who wore good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: *other

His Kingdom And His Will Series

Contributed by Jason Winters on Aug 26, 2013

Part for of series thru the Lord's prayer

HIS KINGDOM AND HIS WILL 9 "This, then, is how you should pray: "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven." Matt 6:9-10 1. Jesus set us an example Heb 12:2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning To Trust

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 22, 2012

Scripture tells us to trust in the Lord with all of our hearts, but many people have a hard time doing that. This message explores how we can learn to trust God more

LEARNING TO TRUST WISDOM FROM CHILDREN: Patrick, age 10, said, “Never trust a dog to watch your food.” Michael, 14, said, “When your dad is mad and asks you, "Do I look stupid?" don’t answer him.” Josh, age 9, said, “Never hold a dust buster and a cat at the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: *other

No More Appetizers, "Feast" On The Buffet!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 13, 2012

Every river started with a rain drop, it’s true, you won’t find a spicket  At the mouth of a river, Your faith multiplied by Gods ability can turn that raindrop into your river of blessing in your desert

No More Appetizers, "Feast" On The Buffet! As I set back and reflected on all the events of this past week, All the preparation that was done, leading up to the great 100th birthday party,  a lot of us had the honor to attend. All those who attended, were treated to fabulous hor’derves, several ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:15-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Devotion Of Grace

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 20, 2012

Grace is God’s favor/kindness given to those who do not deserve and cannot earn grace.

March 28, 2012 Devotion For of His Fulness we have all received, and grace upon grace For the Law was given through Moses; grace and truth were realized through Jesus Christ. John 1.16-17 A Grace is God’s favor/kindness given to those who do not deserve and cannot earn grace. 1 Truth is the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Eternal Promises For A Believer

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 24, 2013

Believers have the hope of an eternal reunion with Christ and with believing loved ones who have passed away. That’s why Paul exhorted us to “comfort one another with these words” (v.18). Today, encourage someone with the hope that allows us to say “so lo

Illustration: Ben Johnson easily outdistanced Carl Lewis in the 100 meter dash. I will never forget Johnson’s look of triumphant disdain and Lewis’s look of amazement as they crossed the finish line. Johnson’s victory was short lived. The world’s admiration soon turned into revulsion as we learned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Way Is Long And Hard

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 10, 2020

Our lives can feel like those of the disciples in the boat, battling headwinds where we barely make any headway. But Jesus will come to us across impossible circumstances. His presence strengthens our hearts.

August 9, 2020 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 14:22-33 When the Way Is Long and Hard Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There is a lot of fatigue and exhaustion going on in today’s gospel story. To begin with, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

False Friends Causes The Loss Of Joy

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 2, 2020

Have you ever tried to stop someone you loved from doing something really stupid? “like going out in public when they are supposed to “Shelter in”. A few days “sheltering in” is OK but weeks… I will have to suppress my urge to venture out and not be foolish

In Jesus Holy Name March 22, 2020 Text: Galatians Series Galatians 4: 15a Redeemer “False Friends Causes the Loss of Joy” May the grace and mercy or our risen Lord bring comfort to you in these days of “sheltering in”. Have you ever tried to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:15-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Kind Words

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 31, 2019

Ephesians 4:29-32

JUST BE KIND - Kind Words February 9, 2025 Ephesians 4:29-32 Introduction: I have to tell you one of my least favorite excuses to hear for horrible behavior is…“Oh, that’s just how they are!” I can understand this excuse if you’re not a Christian or if we’re talking about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honor Our Veterans

Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Nov 13, 2019

We worship and give thanks to God every day for all the blessings that we have received. One time each year, we take the time to also give thanks to our veterans... those that have served and those that still serve.

This morning we gather, once again, to give thanks for all that God has provided us. We thank Him for all that we have and all we are yet to be given. We thank Him for our family; our friends; our livelihood and all our possessions. Today, along with our thanks to God, we give our gratitude to all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:30, 2 Samuel 22:33-35, 2 Samuel 22:38-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanking God For The Victory

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Dec 3, 2019

Jesus Christ has won us victory. In Him, we have victory over sin, death, and Satan. We ought to thank God for the victory that we have in Christ.

THANKING GOD FOR OUR VICTORY 1 CORINTHIANS 15:57 Thanking Dad. A man of around 35 has been to a men’s movement weekend. While away he realizes that he’s never told his father he loves him, so he decides when he gets home he’ll do it. He gets home, picks up the phone and calls home. Dad answers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:54-58, 2 Corinthians 2:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of Order? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 10, 2019

We handle it, exchange it, spend it, invest it, need it and give our life away for it. Does money stain us, change us, make us do things we don’t want to do? We can make money clean!

Money Laundering Pt. 2 - Out of Order? I. Introduction I don't know about you but one of the most frustrating things in life is to need to use a machine - drink, snack, register, ATM or any other type of machine only to discover a sign on it that says "Out of Order!" It was promising ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:26, Malachi 3:8-12

Denomination: Pentecostal