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To God Be The Glory! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 31, 2014

God is bigger than any person’s ability to even imagine God, and if you think you have condensed God down to some little thought in your mind and you’ve got him figured out where he’s convenient to you and for you, you’ve committed idolatry.

INTRODUCTION Well, if you’re interested in some Christmas songs for those who are psychologically challenged, I came across a funny list the other day. For people who suffer from paranoia, here’s their Christmas song: “Santa Claus is Coming to Get Me.” For those who suffer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Balance...balance...balance...

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Apr 7, 2015

While there are several sublime qualities in our Saviour realization of which would evoke spontaneous worship, in this message I would like to focus on His singular genius in creating and maintaining oh-so-delicate balance in the natural as well as the spiritual realm.

Balance…Balance …Balance First things first. More than worshipping God for the blessings, which He pours into our lives, we need to learn to worship Him, just for what He is! Worshipping ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: *other

Keeping On Track In Our Spiritual Journey PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of praise, the impact of gratitude, and the importance of maintaining a strong, unwavering faith in God. Key

Good morning, dear friends, gather round and let us find solace and strength in the word of the Lord. Today, we find ourselves drawn to the heartening passages of 1 Chronicles 23:24-32. These verses, though often overlooked, hold a profound message that can guide us in our daily lives, illuminating ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 23:24-32

Topics: Praise, Thanksgiving

God Incarnate Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 20, 2018

In John 1:1-18 we learn seven truths about the Word.

Scripture I recently reread J. I. Packer’s classic book titled, Knowing God. It is a wonderful book designed to help its readers learn what it means to know God. One of the chapters is titled, “God Incarnate.” I would like to draw the material from that chapter for today’s message. Let us learn ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Palm Sunday - What Jesus Saw

Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 18, 2016

What Jesus saw on Palm Sunday were people whose worship was "fruitless, fraudulent and faithless"

You know, Palm Sunday is kind of a strange day to me. It’s hard to explain, but today is kind of an enigma: - We call it “Palm Sunday.” - It seems like it should be a special day – a “holiday.” And in some ways it is - It is marked every year on the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Laying Our Crumbs Upon The Altar

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Jun 14, 2016

Have you truly sacrificed the totality of your own life on God’s altar, committing to Him everything you have and everything you are... or are you giving Him your crumbs, your leftovers, hoping that it pleases Him?

Please turn in your Bibles to the book of Malachi, which is the last book in the Old Testament. If you find Matthew and then go back a few pages, you’ll be in Malachi. After God reveals His Word through the prophet Malachi, He is then silent for roughly 400 years until the events described in the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Invisible Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 13, 2009

There is a way to do wonderful things for God and fade into the background. Our human nature wants to get the credit and be the focus. Our godly nature tells us otherwise. Learn how to be an active part of God’s plan by disappearing.

Where have we been so far? Chapter 5: rely and focus on the Lord, not on ourselves. Make, keep, and fix broken relationships as God fixed the broken relationship with us. Now in Chapter 6 we move to being an active part in focusing others on God—the source of life. What’s the use of having ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

If It's Not Broke, Break It!

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014

The tru test of worship is a willingness to give God our very best.

Verses 1 and 2 constructs a tapestry of sorts to draw the reader into the events that were taking place in the backdrop of setting of the little house in Bethany. For if ancient Jews had hanging in their kitchens calendars, then highlighted in red would be the day of Passover. Passover to the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Listen To God's Testimony About Himself

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

God reveals himself in nature and in the Bible.

Have you ever had to testify in court? I came this close to testifying as a character witness once. I was supposed to tell the court how the accused had changed since his run in with the Law. I was happy to testify but I was a little nervous about it too. I knew that every word I would speak while ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Revive Your Dead Spirit

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 7, 2024

In this passage, we hear a call to recognize spiritual decline, to reconnect with Christ, and to be receptive to the Holy Spirit. This is not an easy task, but it is one that we are called to undertake, not just as individuals, but as a community of believers.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space, a sanctuary where we gather, not just as a congregation, but as a family. This is a place where we come together, bound by our shared faith, our shared love for Christ, and our shared desire to grow closer to Him. Today, we find ourselves standing on the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Temptations Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard White on Jun 10, 2011

We see in the temptations how the devil works and how we can resist him by doing as Jesus did.

The Temptations of Jesus Luke 4:1-13 In the beginning of the show CSI Las Vegas we here a song by a group called “The Who.” The song asks the question “Who are you?” Do we always remember that you are a child of the King? We are going to be looking this morning at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Two Complaints And One Praise

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 3, 2025

We live in a fast-paced society! However, such a society produces impatient people.

We want everything done as quickly as possible!!! We do not want it TODAY we want it YESTERDAY! This is true in the PHYSICAL WORLD and in the SPIRITUAL WORLD! Illus: In this fast paced society we can get our oil changed in 15 minutes. • Remember the old cook stoves when we had to put the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Praise In Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 2, 2025

The power of praise in spiritual warfare is undeniable. It is an act of faith, a weapon of battle, and a catalyst for divine intervention.

THE POWER OF PRAISE IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Chronicles 20:21-22 "And when he had consulted with the people, he appointed singers unto the Lord, and that should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out before the army, and to say, Praise the Lord; for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:21-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus, The Perfect Revelation Of God Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 10, 2002

The book of Hebrews highlights 1. The incomparable PERSON of Christ. 2. The incomparable POSITION of Christ. 3. The incomparable PURPOSE of Christ.

JESUS, THE PERFECT REVELATION OF GOD Hebrews 1:1-13 I was recently approached by a young mother who wanted her baby baptized. She stated that she had some problems with what she had seen in many churches, and in the lives of many Christians. I agreed with many of her grievances. But she went ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of Praise, Prayer, And Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

Psalm 100:4-5 - "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and bless his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations."

Psalm 100:4-5 - "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and bless his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." Today, I want to remind you of the transformative power of praise, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4-5