You can call upon God's name in every situation you face. You can trust in His name. His name must be revered, not emptied of its power. God is powerful, personal and cares for you! Preached at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship. To order "The Power of God's Names," click HERE.
Elisha gave up a profitable career to become a penniless prophet. What do we learn? Crisis can be catalyst for change, but how do we change in the absence of one? We learn from the life of Elisha how to go through the unbearable and uncomfortable to reach the unstoppable. Preached at Fresh Life Church.
To take back your mind, you have to humble your heart. Preached at Elevation Church. Sermon notes by sermons.love.
What myths do you believe about money? If we follow God’s plan, He’ll do more through us together than we could ever do on our own. Message entitled, "Camels and Needles and Spoons" from Fresh Life Church.
Our life plan is not accidental. The Bible teaches that Our perspective, observation, revelation must be grounded in God's Word. We are Overcomers because God has called us and God is with us. The second message in this Lifeway series may be found here. Sermon entitled "40 Days" from sermons.love.
We must declare war on the version of ourselves we don’t like, we are encouraged to be intentional with our thoughts. Negative thinking cannot lead to a positive life. Preached at Fresh Life Church. Used by permission.
Shame doesn’t have to hold you back. In Unashamed, Christine Caine will share how her own journey through shame showed her how God had something better in store for her--and that He has something better for you, too. Find your purpose, learn to defeat shame, and become the person God wants you to be as you discover what it means to live #Unashamed . www.lifechurch.tv/open.
In a world dominated by social media, it is easy to compare ourselves to others and to become discontent with our lives. It is also easy for us to judge others because of their lifestyles while claiming we don’t care what other people think of ours. But the truth is we care what other people think, and we struggle with the same insecurities as those around us. Join us for the kick-off of “Honest Slogans” to learn how we can view ourselves and others in a more positive way. Preached at Chase Oaks...
Everyone is chained by something. Allow God to set you free! Preached at Elevation Church. Used by permission. Notes by sermons.love.com
There is only one being created in the image of God, in all of creation, and that being is the human being, and that being is the object of God’s relentless obsession! He will not stop loving you. He can’t. In this instance, biblically, we have come to understand, God cannot help Himself. Can you believe it? How ridiculous is this love? How extensive, how extraordinary, is this love? www.lifechurch.tv/open. Used by permission.
A time is coming to the church where "people will be lovers of self." Do you feel like this time has already come? The Bible says that in the end days we will become more and more evil, but how easy is that sin able to "creep" into the church. Be careful! It is already here, and more is coming! www.crazylove.org.
Daniel the prophet was a great man. He was dedicated, disciplined, excellent of spirit and a mighty leader. How do we develop good habits? Small, consistent changes transform us. We are not successful when we hit our goal somewhere in the future! We are successful when we've honored God today. Preached at Life Church. www.lifechurch.tv/open.
Joy is triumphant elation in the face of great loss. Joy is not getting what you want, it's appreciating what you already have. You are God's workmanship! Preached at National Community Church. Used by permission.
What happens when you close your eyes in death? The questions you have about life after death can leave you wondering, but they don’t mean you have to live in fear. Bring your questions and find out what happens One Minute After You Die.
The Book of Revelation recounts the events of the End Times, weaving God's plan at the creation to the wrath of God, the final judgment, and the eternal reign of Christ in the New Heaven and the New Earth. But how does the history of the world close? What does John write at the end of his book? We must know! Preached at Denton Bible Church. Used by permission.
Sex can be really beautiful or really dangerous because it brings the body and soul into a kind of wholeness not otherwise known. It is a good gift of God which should point us back to Him. Preached at Village Church. Used by permission.
Some might have experienced the forgiveness of Christ but you are still living as though you are in debt. You feel as though you need to add onto the cost of Christ’s payment. You’re in a self-made debtor’s prison of fear and guilt and shame and bitterness. The price has been paid. Experience the freedom that has been given to you. Preached at New Llfe Bible Fellowship. Used by permission.
Anxiety may be healed by discovering underlying assumptions that cause automatic negative thinking. For example, questions like "What is the evidence that this is true? Can you designate a time to worry and then put worry thoughts aside for the day? Is there something different that might happen rather than the scenario you've imagined?" These and other tips assist us in putting to rest our anxious thoughts.
All religions: Hinduism, Islam, New Age, Mormonism, Scientology-have some truth and beauty but are not the same. Christianity is far different because a holy, mighty God freely gives the gift of salvation apart from our works. Find out how this unconditional love can change your life. Preached at www.lifechurch.tv. Used by permission.
Palm Sunday is selection day for the Passover lamb. Entering Jerusalem from the east, Jesus presents Himself as the Passover lamb who will take away the sin of the world. Even though He comes humbly, Jesus is the only true king.
Did Christ rise from the dead? How do we really know? Many scholars refute the resurrection because they say the gospels were written much later in time. So where in the Bible do we have historical proof? Learn the truth from Paul! Preached at Northpointe Church. Used by permission.
All the best stories have it. The right setting. The climactic action. The memorable characters. And the greatest story forever told is no exception. Steven Furtick surveys the panorama of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, connecting the dots of a plot woven together since the dawn of time. The story centers around one perfect character and one climactic event-the death and resurrection of Christ. Watch Full Screen HERE. Preached at Elevation Church. Used by permission....
Expect evil, hate evil, endure evil for God's purposes. Pray for escape from evil. Give thanks for its refining effects, overcome evil with good. Remember that God is in control and He is righteous and just. He can use evil for His glory. God is always for you. By John Piper. ©2013 Desiring God Foundation. Website: desiringGod.org. Used by permission.
When Jesus paid the ultimate price on the cross to extend mercy, He never intended for us to keep it to ourselves. Discover the freedom found in forgiveness and the greater story your scars can tell. Sometimes the strength for your next season comes from the pain of your past. For the Seven Mile Series, go to www.elevationchurch.org. To purchase the book with this series, go to sevenmilemiracle.com.
The idea of a resurrection demands our faith and absolute surrender. If Christ did not rise, there is no hope. There is no meaning apart from God. Because of what Jesus has done, there is an answer for every ache. Learn why Jesus' resurrection changes everything. Preached at Fresh Life Church. Used by permission.
The series on 2 Timothy concludes with teaching on how we should conduct our lives in the end times. Paul said, Preach the word; always be prepared. Correct, rebuke and encourage because the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, they will listen to teachers who say what their itching ears want to hear. But we must be alert and aware, enduring hardship, evangelizing and ministering daily.
The Easter season reminds us of the greatest gift God bestowed upon mankind, the hope for everlasting life through Christ. Jesus' death on the cross and resurrection from the tomb should provoke each of us to whisper "thank you" to God. Thank you for sacrificing your only son to pay for our sins. Thank you for giving us a death on Friday, that would lead to a resurrection on Sunday. Without the cross, there could be no empty tomb. Without the tomb, there could be no everlasting life.
History's most spectacular sin was the murder of Jesus. Satan's power in Judas' sinful passions, Satan's role in His own destruction, God's role in the murder of His Son and the hand and plan of God are discussed. The Gospel of God was at work in Jesus' death and resurrection. By John Piper. ©2013 Desiring God Foundation. Website: desiringGod.org
Pastor Levi uses 2 Timothy 1:10 to show how Jesus turned off the darkness and brought life through the Gospel. Pastor Levi gives four ways to make it through grief, from remembering how close Heaven is, sticking together in LifeGroups, facing our pain head-on, and calling on God. www.freshlifechurch.com. www.lifechurch.tv/open.
Oftentimes, it feels like marriage is an expectation society has for each of us—as if marriage will make our lives complete. What happens when marriage doesn’t come quickly for us? When we are still single in our 30s and 40s? When everyone is getting married except for us? We become discouraged when we have to keep checking the box “single” under marital status. But the Bible tells us to not focus on our marital status but to focus on God and what He has called us to do. Learn how to embrace and...
