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  • Proclaiming The Good News To The Poor Series

    Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jun 13, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,823 views

    This is the first lesson of this series based on Luke 4:16-21 and using Luke 24:13-35 as the main text.

    THE UNEXPECTED JESUS "Proclaiming the Good News to the Poor" Luke 24:13-35 INTRODUCTION: Let me tell you a little story about a man named Edgar Degas. During the 19th Century he was a well-known French painter. He had been schooled at the finest art studios in Paris, and his work was ...read more

  • Peace At Any Price.

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 9, 2001
    based on 251 ratings
     | 21,535 views

    Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost Luke 12: 49-56 Heavenly Father, empower us to do and say the right thing rather than accept peace at any price. Amen. Title: “Peace at any price.” August

    Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost, August 19, 2001 Luke 12: 49-56 Heavenly Father, empower us to do and say the right thing rather than accept peace at any price. Amen. Title: “Peace at any price.” Continuing his instruction to his disciples on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus expresses his burning ...read more

  • "The Cutting Edge"

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 21, 2001
    based on 215 ratings
     | 21,755 views

    The 10th Sunday after Pentecost Jesus bringing division into the world

    Luke 12:49-56 "The Cutting Edge" by Rev Tim Zingale I would like to tell you this morning about a family, a typical family, a family similar to many of the families we have in the church. A family with a father, mother and several children. They could be your family, they could the my family. This ...read more

  • The Great Divide

    Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Aug 28, 2001
    based on 87 ratings
     | 8,404 views

    The difference between us and non-Christians exists because there is no substitute for Christ. But through Christ, we can make a difference!

    Intro: Even in healthy families, there are sometimes differences of opinion: Which is more important—cleaning the house or mowing the yard? Is it better to save something that might be used later on, or to save space and be more organized by throwing it away? Is it better to put money in a savings ...read more

  • The Beggar In Sanfrancisco

    Contributed by Benjamin Doolittle on Mar 29, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 5,941 views

    Christine and I sat in the window. Directly across from us was a young women. She wore a greasy T-shirt. Her skin was pale, gray. She sat next to the garbage can. She seemed to blend into the concrete, part of the gray buildings, gray sky. Her grea

    Loving and Wonderful God, you have called us to be your family. We stand in a moment in time, upheld by the great cloud of witnesses. O God, open our eyes. Open our ears. Open our whole selves to the movement of your spirit through these words and our meditations. In Christ’s name we pray, ...read more

  • Prince Of Peace...?

    Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 15, 2005
    based on 134 ratings
     | 21,825 views

    A look at Jesus’ statements about coming to bring not peace, but division.

    With this speech, Jesus certainly grabs our attention. “Do you think that I have come to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division.” It’s not exactly what most of us come to church on Sunday morning hoping to hear. To a large extent our families are what make us who we are, where we ...read more

  • Growing Shallow Roots Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 21, 2006
     | 3,718 views

    How attached are you to this world and how much do you worry about being provided for here? How attached are you to heaven? What happens when God doesn’t answer your prayers?

    Moving is an all-encompassing experience. It’s been some years since I’ve had to move my family, but I remember it well. Especially if you are moving yourself it really causes you to examine all the stuff you’ve accumulated over the years and get rid of a lot of junk. As the day of the move nears ...read more

  • Fire Upon The Earth

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Aug 5, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,342 views

    NOTE: THIS IS NOT MY SERMON I DON’T EXPECT IT TO BE APPROVED (Just maintaining my calendar). It was written by Karl Barth - but its definately worth reading (and I’ve got a decent responsive reading to go with it...) MP: Fire produces coals and a

    Title: Fire Upon the Earth “I am come to kindle fire upon the earth and what would I desire more than that it should already burn!” (Luke 12:49). What shall I say about the fire which Jesus came to kindle? Above all, that this fire does not yet burn upon the earth, as little today as then when he ...read more

  • No Peace But Division!

    Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,812 views

    What did Jesus, the prince of peace, meant when He said:no peace but division?

    1stBBC No peace but division! Luk 12:49-53 I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled? But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished! Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather ...read more

  • The Lies Of False Religion.4 Series

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 29, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 2,784 views

    Who put a division among the Jews? It was Jesus.

    The Lies of False Religions pt. 4. Ask yourself, Who put a division among the Jews? It was Jesus. John 10:19 There was a division therefore again among the Jews for these sayings. I agree that there are many in this world that are ministering the Word of God for prophet only. They have not the ...read more

  • Reason For The Season

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 19, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 20,025 views

    What is the "real" reason for the Christmas season. Presents, family, Jesus or sin?

    INTRODUCTION  Why do we take time to celebrate the Christmas holiday? Why does a nation of people take time out of their busy schedules to celebrate this national holiday? Are you all busy? How much time have you taken out of your busy schedule to decorate (how much have you taken out ...read more

  • Tuning In To The Spiritual Weather Channel Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 75 ratings
     | 15,407 views

    Are you paying attention to the spiritual climate? If you aren’t right with God, don’t wait. God’s storm warning has been issued and you’d better prepare and get right with God.

    Tuning in to the Spiritual Weather Channel Luke 12:51-59 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION I don’t watch much television as a rule–I read. I might catch an episode of “Star Trek: the Next Generation”, or watch Fox News. However, I do tune in the Weather Channel quite often. I’ve always been ...read more

  • Are You Fired Up For Jesus? Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 154 ratings
     | 62,396 views

    Jesus desired to bring a burning, exciting, dynamic presence of God in the lives of people. God’s fire is dazzling and powerful and can work wonders in your life.

    Are You Fired Up for Jesus? Luke 12:49-50 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Sometimes sermons can be too long. A bishop spoke in Chapel at Yale University. He spoke for 15 minutes on how the Y in Yale stood for “Youth” then for another 15 minutes about how A stood for “Ambition,” the L stood for ...read more

  • Having A Heavenly Head On Your Shoulders Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 13, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,346 views

    Jesus gets tough on hypocrisy and worldly desires. All that stands in the way of the kingdom of God must go!

    Does Jesus ever say things that make you mad? Sometimes when we get close to someone and there are disagreements, we get mad at each other. Does that ever happen in your family? Some things have to be said and done even when it makes for an angry response. Jesus knew when to be soft and when to ...read more

  • The Division Within

    Contributed by Andre Johnson on Oct 2, 2001
    based on 129 ratings
     | 19,038 views

    when division comes, it could be Jesus just showing up.

    Luke (12:49-57) Friendship Baptist Church-8-19-01 Proper 15-Year C “The Division Within” We know we have a good thing with Jesus. We know that being born again and becoming a disciple of Christ really can’t be beat. Many of us understand this by just ...read more