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Philip And The Ethiopian Lesson 39 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 11, 2019

Persecution scatters the Gospel.

A. INTRODUCTION – ACTS 8:1-4 1. Persecution initiated. Saul held the coats for those stoning Stephen. “. . . I cast my vote . . .” (Acts 26:10). 2. Persecution intensified. 3. Persecution scatters the gospel. B. THE GOSPEL SPREADS TO SAMARIA – ACTS 8:5-6 1. What is significant about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Unknown Grandsons Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2019

From rags to riches to rags in three generations.

A. THREE GENERATIONS DOWN 1. From rags to riches to rags in three generations. Grandfather: poor but worked hard for money. Son: enjoyed riches, but didn’t earn them. Grandson: lazy and lost all. 2. From sin to salvation to sin in three generations. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Lesson 14 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2019

A disciple-making grandparent.

“And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also” (II Tim. 2:2). Spiritual Grandfather – Paul – Disciple-maker Son in ministry – Timothy – Learner Third Generation – Faithful men – Passed lessons on Fourth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2

Denomination: Baptist

Peace Be With You - When You Doubt Like Thomas!

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 28, 2019

Doubt is the number one barrier to peace

Weekend Message/Devotion April 28, 2019 John 20:19-31 Peace Be with You Aaaah, the thought of PEACE! We so often hear that entreaty – “Lord, we pray today for World Peace” and feel that same sentiment. What a glorious day that would be – universal peace! So, what is the real barrier to world ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31, Mark 8:31, Luke 24:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 2: Why Pain

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 30, 2014

What was God thinking to create pain? Why am I suffering? What shall I do now?

Where Is God When We Suffer? Lesson 2: Why Pain? A. VARIOUS KINDS OF PAIN 1. Acute pain comes on suddenly, localized, easily identified, severe, and can become chronic. 2. Chronic pain persists longer, not easily described, hard to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Habits Of A Blessed Believer

Contributed by James Chandler on Jun 30, 2015

This message looks at the things that will most help us grow spiritually and fully experience God's rich blessings in our lives.

Healthy Habits of a Blessed Believer It is easy to become a Christian in our world. No persecution, no pressure. The enemy is not as concerned with people becoming Christians as with them letting it become real in their lives and leading to a full life of discipleship. The enemy would rather ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eight Steps To Overcoming Fear In Your Life

Contributed by Alexander Richard on Jan 18, 2014

Fear is a killer, most of the things we fear don't happen. Fear being an emotion can be overcome when you apply these eight steps.

Definition: fear is a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc. Fear is felt in many forms. We may have a fear of flying, a fear of commitment, a fear of the unknown, or at times, all of the above. Whether the threat is real or imagined... “Fear is such a powerful ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

When You Fast: Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 20, 2014

Jesus tells us to fast.

A. JESUS TELLS US TO FAST “Lord, I will not fast with an outward “religious” face for that is just to get attention from others; the “attention” they get is their reward. 17I will dress my normal way 18when I fast so no one will know I’m fasting. My fast will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Permit Evil On Babies At Birth?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 25, 2014

Why should children suffer from pain or loss?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Thalidomide was introduced in 1957 and over 7,000 children were born without limbs (deformity). Forty percent died. 2. Birth problems, 1,500 deaths per 100,000 births. 3. Abortion. 4. Child starved and beaten by mother’s lover. 5. Birth Hypoxia, lack of oxygen at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Has Perished Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 22, 2014

Truth and faith are only possible when we share in a memory greater than the one we accumulate in our lifetime.

Thursday of 3rd Week in Lent 2014 Truth Has Perished “Truth has perished; it is cut off from their lips.” Thus the words of Jeremiah about the people of Israel. He could be saying it about modern life in the United States of America. Oh, there’s plenty of information. Never ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 7:23-28

Denomination: Catholic

Let Rivers Flow

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 27, 2020

Apart from quarantine, should Christians live aloof, isolated lives? How then would we love others? How would we be the light of the world? Jesus taught us that out of our hearts will flow rivers of living waters. Let’s examine John 7:37-39.

Apart from quarantine, should Christians live aloof, isolated lives? How then would we love others? How would we be the light of the world? Jesus taught us that out of our hearts will flow rivers of living waters. Let’s examine John 7:37-39. On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

Slandering And Defaming Is Satanic. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 23, 2019

Many wicked people today looking for places of gossip, slander and destroying good people's reputations....

Many wicked people today looking for places of gossip, slander and destroying good people's reputations, dead and alive either by defaming the character of others either on-line or somewhere on the internet or any media with their false statements on web site, blog posts or through comment ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:2-5, Psalm 94:16, Psalm 37:14

With Jesus Into Holy Week - 6 Of 7 Series

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Feb 1, 2021

With the Passion staring Him in the face, we might ask, why should there be a parade? Why the waving of palms and shouting of hosannas? Didn't Jesus know what was going to happen?

March 31, 1996 Matthew 21:1-11 We have followed Jesus during this Lenten Season as he sat by a well and talked with a Samaritan woman about living water and about worship. We have listened in the night hours on the housetop as he told Nicodemus, "You must be born again." We have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Zacchaeus Sets Out To See Jesus, Whatever It Takes!

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 27, 2019

Seeking Jesus

Devotion Weekly Message November 3, 2019 Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus Sets Out to See Jesus, Whatever It Takes! Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let The Lord Direct Your Paths.

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Nov 21, 2020

As believers,we are to entrust our lives to the Lord to direct us in all the ways. He knows the right paths to take in the wilderness of life that will land us the the Promised Land. Our personal assessment about the journey of life might lead us a stray.

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto your own understanding. In all thy way acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths," Proverbs 3:5-6 The opening scripture provides us with a simple way to receive direction from God. A closer look at the passage, points to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 55:9

Denomination: Pentecostal