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Defeating Depression

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 13, 2015

Describes Depression causes and cures.

DEFEATING DEPRESSION Used book The Bumps are what you climb on by Warren W. Wiersbe pgs 33 – 36 Scripture: Psalms 42 & 43 Introduction: David wonders if and how he can shake depression. I. DEPRESSION A. Major Depression 1. Defined: A mood disorder in which ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wrestling With God

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 6, 2017

There are moments in life that change us forever. Today's story looks at the second of two such moments in Jacob's life, where he wrestled with God in prayer and in pride, and was forever changed.

Genesis 32:22-31 Wrestling with God Have you ever had a pivotal moment in your life that has forever changed you? For me, one such moment was the day I joined the military. I felt like God wanted me to do something truly significant with my life, and that decision forever changed me. In the life ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31, Colossians 4:12, Proverbs 16:18, Hosea 12:4

Denomination: Baptist

Rescued And Transferred (November 24, 2013).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

Jesus came to rescue us and transfer us from the realm of darkness into His kingdom. We cannot be transferred into His kingdom unless we have been rescued from the realm of darkness.

RESCUED AND TRANSFERRED Text: Colossians 1:11 – 20 Someone (Rev. Dr. Faye E. Schott) uses the analogy of an avalanche to help explain the rescue operation that this passage of scriptures talks about. “We are helpless to save ourselves from the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11-20

Denomination: United Methodist

A Good Kind Of Debt

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 10, 2017

Paul, like Jesus, tells us to love everyone, even those who irritate us. We should practice love in action because 1) God tells us to do so, and 2) Jesus is coming soon.

Romans 13:8-14 A Good Kind of Debt Tomorrow is Patriot’s Day, the 16th anniversary of the deadliest single attack on U.S. soil, even eclipsing Pearl Harbor in casualties. Thousands of courageous people risked their lives to save others. Firefighters rushed against the crowds to enter the doomed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 22:37-39, Luke 10:25-37, Colossians 3:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Wise Men? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 1, 2019

Why would the wise men take the risk, go to great expense, take a long and dangerous journey to find a special Child?

The why’s of Christmas. That has been our sermon series this Christmas season. "Why Christmas" in the first place Why did Jesus come? We looked at why 2,000 years ago. We considered last week, why Mary. Today we will examine why the wise men. Why did these astrologers from a far ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Keys - Titus Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 12, 2024

Metanoia leads to a process of Christian evolution which demonstrates the inner change by an eagerness to be more like Jesus in word and deed.

Creative: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/Titus (8:21) References: Quest Bible Overviews p:1756-59, The Bible Exposition Commentary (Wiersbe) Volume II, p. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Opening Greetings Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

APOSTOLIC AUTHORITY NURTURES THE NEXT GENERATION OF SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP

BIG IDEA: APOSTOLIC AUTHORITY NURTURES THE NEXT GENERATION OF SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP I. AUTHOR = PAUL A. His Authority = "an apostle of Christ Jesus" one sent by God Ellicott: "didn’t merely derive his commission from Christ, but belonged to Him." B. His Authentication = "according to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Whorific Love For God Series

Contributed by David Kirkner on Nov 11, 2005

Sometimes God’s unfailing love becomes tough love

Introduction to: A Whorific Love For God If it ever happened in today’s Christian church it would travel the gossip line right across the country. Today’s 21st century Pharisees would shake their heads in disgust and others who didn’t know the context of the tale would add false but juicy tid-bits ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Is . . .

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Aug 7, 2003

David is an old man, ready to die soon. He has just led the final campaign against the great hated enemies of Israel, the Philistines. The nation that had been a goad to them is gone and is never mentioned again. David tunes up his vocal chords and get

GOD IS . . 2 SAMUEL 22:1-2 A. MY FOUNDATION - “The Lord is my rock…” ROCK means rock, stong hold or security. 1. He is immutable – He never changes •“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: United Methodist

We Will Not Neglect The House Of Our God Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 5, 2004

As Christians, we must be people of commitment.

“We will not neglect the house of our God.” Nehemiah 10 Nehemiah 9:38, 10:28, 29 1. Commitment to The Word (vs. 29) 2. Commitment to Purity (vs. 28, 30) Separation from the world to the Word 2 Corinthians 7:1 - Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Clothed For The New Year

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 6, 2004

A New Year’s Message

CLOTHED FOR THE NEW YEAR Ephesians 6:10-17 INTRO: Many of us got some new clothes for Christmas. We will begin the New Year well dressed. But what about our spiritual dress? How well dressed are we in this vital area as we begin the new year? Paul said “Put on the full armor of God...” Clothe ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Orders From Headquarters

Contributed by John Harper on Feb 3, 2009

Don’t quit because you are called and you need not fear because you have a voice. So use your voice to warn the ungodly and encourage your Christian brothers and sisters.

“ORDERS FROM HEADQUARTERS” I Timothy 1:1-11 January 21, 2009 Warden Assembly of God Pastor John L. Harper Introduction: The following advertisement was placed in a newspaper in London, “Men wanted for hazardous journey, small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete darkness, constant danger, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bethel Journey

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 31, 2011

PART 2 OF A 2 PART SERIES ON JACOB

THE BETHEL JOURNEY PART 2 OF A 2 PART SERIES ON JACOB GENESIS 35: 9-10 FOCAL POINT: WHAT IS IN A NAME? INTRODUCTION: THE OLD TESTAMENT RECORDED SEVERAL NAME CHANGES AND THE NEW TESTAMENT RECORDS ONE SPECIFICALLY (SIMON TO PETER) A NAME CHANGE GENERALLY INDICATED A CHANGE OF CHARACTER AND ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Good Company-Bad Company Series

Contributed by John Mccormack on Apr 19, 2011

FOCAL POINT: GOOD COMPANY-BAD COMPANY

1 KINGS PART 1 OF A 2 PART SERIES ON 1st. AND 2nd. KINGS KEY VERSE: 1 KINGS 1: 30 FOCAL POINT: GOOD COMPANY-BAD COMPANY INTRODUCTION: 1ST AND 2ND KINGS WAS ORIGINALLY ONE BOOK. TO BE LATER DIVIDED FOR CONVENIENCE. 1ST KINGS RECORDS THE HISTORY OF ISRAEL THROUGH THE DIVIDED KINGDOM TO THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:30

Denomination: Baptist

Learning How To Give Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

The Corinthians were materially rich but miserly in their giving. All of us need to learn that “God love a cheerful giver!”

LEARNING HOW TO GIVE II CORINTHIANS 9:1-15 INTRODUCTION: Call on a Methodist to pray and he’ll say, “Here’s $50.” Call on a Baptist for $50 and he’ll say “Let’s pray!” Our action toward giving is good but we, also, need a right attitude when we give. The Corinthians were materially rich but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist