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The People Israel

Contributed by Klaus Gutwein on Jan 25, 2001

The story of God with his people Israel is an ongoing story. The God of Israel is faithful to his promises and his covenants.

Jerusalem high above, Jerusalem, the city in the hills. If you have ever been in the Holy Land and you are aquainted with the geography there - then you know why it is called so. The city of Jerusalem is built high in the Judaen hills, about 2,600 ft above sea level. The Dead Sea on the other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44, Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You’re Invited

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Dec 6, 2011

Looking at Jesus' parable of the wedding banquet, and what he’s saying about accepting his invitation to biggest wedding banquet of all time

INTRO  Tell Phil’s story about how he can’t wait until he gets to heaven’s banquet.  Talk about Keegan and Amanda’s wedding.  This morning, we’re going to look at a time when Jesus told the parable of the wedding banquet, and what he’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Accused People Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 11, 2008

Like a prosecuting attorney, God levels accusations against the nation of Israel.

The Accused People (Malachi 2:1-17) 1. It gives us great satisfaction when someone gets caught cheating. Bonnie Jones shares this story: "I was in the express lane at the store quietly fuming. Completely ignoring the sign, the woman ahead of me had slipped into the checkout line pushing a cart ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Law...then And Now

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 2, 2009

How do the complex, often strange laws of the OT apply to today? What is the function of the law of God? And what does it mean to live lawfully when salvation is by grace?

What do we do with the Law? As we read the Law of Moses in the Old Testament, we come across some strange rules nearly no one practices today. A.J. Jacobs wrote an intriguing book, The Year of Living Biblically, a chronicle of his attempt to actually follow all the many laws of the Bible (easily ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Congregational

The Entry And Anger Of The King

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 15, 2008

A Palm Sunday message showing the heart break Jesus felt as He came into the city of Jerusalem, and the things we can learn from Him.

THE ENTRY AND ANGER OF THE KING LUKE 19:28-48 PALM SUNDAY INTRO- LUKE 19:28-48 ***JESUS MADE HIS TRIUMPHANT ENTRY ***THEY THREW COATS ON THE GROUND IN FRONT OF HIM HE FULFILLED ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Nazarene

Brides - Wicked And Righteous

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 22, 2010

Who is this Prostitute riding the beast from Hell? A close look at the Old Testament prophets reveals a surprising possibility! Who is this new bride of the Lamb? Is it not the church?

What do you think about weddings? Timothy was our first child to get married. When I performed the wedding for my son and his bride, weddings took on a whole new meaning to me. There I stood, a father joining his only son and his son’s beautiful bride in marriage. I knew it before, but at that ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Will Be The Cost? Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 31, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you always counting the cost? Good, you make a good disciple. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what it really cost us to follow the LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Luke 14:28 (New International V

I. EXORDIUM: Are you always counting the cost? Good, you make a good disciple. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show what it really cost us to follow the LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Luke 14:28 (New International Version) "Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace On Earth Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Dec 30, 2019

Christmas Eve Message. Look around, there is no peace on Earth. God did not wish for peace on earth, He gave us the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ. Jesus is our Peace.

Scripture Reading - Luke 2:8–14 The first Christmas greetings from the angels that first Christmas morning was “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.” Now 2,000 years later, look around, there is anything but peace. We hear of terrorist attacks, nation rising up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Comes To Jordan To Be Baptized

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 31, 2019

Why is baptism so important? And what is meant by Jesus, the sinless One submitting to baptism?

Jesus Comes to be Baptized by John Matthew 3:13-17 The baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is mentioned in all four gospels. Even though it is not explicitly stated in the Gospel of John, it is strongly implied. What was the relation of John the Baptist to Jesus? All of the gospels deal with this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The First Unaccompanied Mission Tour

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 12, 2018

What is the prerequisite to the Gospel?

The First Unaccompanied Mission Tour Mark 6:7-13, 30 Jesus had been teaching the gospel of the Kingdom to the disciples for some time. They had learned some things and would need to learn a lot more and the power of the Holy Spirit before they were ready to go out on their own. But part of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Outward Appearances Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 30, 2010

Outward appearances were the focus of the religious leaders, but Jesus taught a different teaching...

Luke 21:1-4 Outward Appearances October 27, 2010  Set the stage: To fully understand what is being taught in v.1-4 of chapter 21 we must remember what we learned in Chapter 20. So let’s do a bit of a review of sorts to reacclimate ourselves with what Jesus is teaching in Chapter ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of The End (Part 1)

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 8, 2017

Just days prior to the crucifixion, Jesus spoke to His disciples regarding the events surrounding the end times. While we cannot predict the day, nor the hour, we can see the stage being set for His return!

Signs of the End (Part 1) Matthew 24: 3-14 Today I want to begin a study on what is known as the Olivet Discourse. Jesus spoke these words in His last days prior to the crucifixion in response to the disciples’ questions regarding His return and the end of the age. These verses have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

Appointed To Affliction Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

As far as possible the Christian is to live peaceably with all men. The ideal is progress without persecution, but the world will not tolerate the Christian conviction, and so there will be tribulation, and we must be prepared to face it if we stand for the truth as we ought.

One of our neighbors had a common but nerve wracking experience. Her little girl did not come home from school at noon. She got worried and went out to look for her, but she was no where around. The mother was just sick with worry as the worst possible thoughts went through her mind. She sought ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-4

The Man Of Sin Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

The church is restraining the power of Satan by the power of the Holy Spirit. This is why the church is the light and salt of the world. As long as the church does its task, the man of sin cannot take over.

A six year old boy and his father once traveled down the Danube River, and at the close of one day they stopped at a cloister. The father took the boy into the chapel to see the organ. It was the first large organ he had ever seen. His face lit up with delight. He asked his father if he could ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:5-12

Christ Died In Vain

Contributed by Kyle Campbell on Jun 1, 2022

Given the fact that everything we know and cherish is based on the fact of Christ’s death, the phrase “Christ died in vain” is a devastating statement.

Introduction. Given the fact that everything we know and cherish is based on the fact of Christ’s death, the phrase “Christ died in vain” is a devastating statement. Is it actually possible for Christ to have died in vain? Yes it is. We’re going to see, with the “help” of the erroneous religious ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ