Sermons on abode of god:

Jesus, Gateway To Meaningful Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 16, 2022

Jesus is like a gate or a door to a sheep pen; He protects His flock and regulates them so they can thrive.

Jesus, Gateway to Meaningful Life John 10:7-10, Psalm 118:19-26, Jeremiah 23:1-6 1 Jesus often referred to symbols that teach something about him, The 7 I Am statements from John’s Gospel are metaphors, saying Jesus is something, meaning that, in some way, He is like something. 2. Two of these ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10, Psalm 118:19-26, Jeremiah 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Plough Ahead!

Contributed by David Zachrich on Jun 7, 2022

In his senior year of high school, my father, Ron Zachrich, was elected president of the Future Farmers of America club at Napoleon High School. It was Dad’s fondest wish to become a farmer. He understood tractors, soils, seeds, and best practices. He loved the work and especially the harvest.

Luke 9:51-62 “Plough Ahead!” Friends in Christ, In his senior year of high school, my father, Ron Zachrich, was elected president of the Future Farmers of America club at Napoleon High School. Since he was raised on a farm by his German immigrant grandparents, it was Dad’s fondest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Is There An Extra Cup In Luke’s Last Supper? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 24, 2020

A look at an initially confusing part of Luke's Last Supper passage and the significance of what the "extra cup" means.

WHAT'S GOING ON WITH VERSE 17? Why is there an extra cup in Luke’s version of the Lord’s Supper? - Luke 22:17. - Verse 17 speaks of Jesus taking the cup. But then v. 19 has Him taking the bread and then v. 20 has Him taking the cup. What’s going on? Is there supposed to be two cups? Why ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Stepping Out In Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 8, 2020

This is the 11th sermon in the Light And Life series from the Gospel of John.

Series: Light And Life [#11] STEPPING OUT IN FAITH John 4:43-54 Introduction: Anytime we are going to do something that we are not sure about, we say that we are stepping out in faith. What does that really mean? John 4:43-45 (NIV) 43 After the two days he left for Galilee. 44 (Now Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Baptist

M.o.m. On Mission

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 6, 2019

Mothers are foundational to the well-being of their families.

1. Mother's Day! Anna M. Jarvis (1864-1948) first suggested the national observance of an annual day honoring all mothers because she had loved her own mother so dearly. At a memorial service for her mother on May 10, 1908, Miss Jarvis gave a carnation (her mother’s favorite flower) to each ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Inspecting The Tabernacle (Exodus 39)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 20, 2024

Do the various parts of the tabernacle and priesthood picture Jesus? Let's look at Exodus 39.

Had Israel built the tabernacle and priest’s clothing just as the Lord had commanded? What might the various components picture about Jesus? Could Moses’ final inspection be a type of judgment of our lives? Let’s look at Exodus 39. Is there significance to the people’s obedience, as the Lord ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

More Offering Instructions (Leviticus 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 2, 2024

What can we learn about the various offerings and how they apply to Jesus? Let's look at Leviticus 7.

Are there more instructions expanding the various offerings? Is a fuller understanding often found in various passages scattered throughout the Bible? Let’s look at Leviticus 7. Guilt Offering What are further priestly instructions about the trespass, reparation or guilt offering? Likewise this ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unclean Discharges (Leviticus 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 13, 2024

What comes out of our bodies and mouths that makes us unclean? Let's look at Leviticus 15.

Apart from foods, childbirth, skin diseases, mold and mildew, were there other ways to become unclean under Mosaic law? Would we call this simple quarantine today? Let’s look at Leviticus 15. Could a man’s bodily discharge be a cause for concern regarding infection? The Lord spoke to Moses and ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Families, Politics, And Unity

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 23, 2024

He told me that means the only thing they never discuss are the two most important things in life.

Clergy Corner for 7-28-24 Today’s brief reading from St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians has an exhortation from the writer’s heart, right from the deepest part of his conscience, mind and will. He calls himself “prisoner for the Lord,” so we think immediately of the end of his life, when he was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, John 6:1-15, 2 Kings 4:42-44

Denomination: Catholic

"An Attitude Of Gratitude"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 28, 2017

There are certain things that parents try to teach their children as they are growing up. And we usually focus on two things. Their actions and their words.

“An Attitude of Gratitude” Luke 17:11-19 There are certain things that parents try to teach their children as they are growing up. And we usually focus on two things. Their actions and their words. Their manners. We taught our children to say “yes sir” and “no sir,” “yes ma’am no ma’am.” Please ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Transfer Of Evil Spirits Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 26, 2025

The Bible warns us about the existence of evil spirits and their ability to influence and afflict humans.

The Bible warns us about the existence of evil spirits and their ability to influence and afflict humans. In various passages, we see examples of how evil spirits can be transferred from one person to another. This transfer can occur through various means, including: Direct demonic influence: Evil ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:7-10, Jeremiah 30:17

An Analysis Of "Blinded By Might: Can The Religious Right Save America”, Part 1

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Mar 3, 2025

In Blinded By Might: Can The Religious Right Save America, columnist Cal Thomas and pastor Ed Dobson examine what they believe to be the reasons resulting in the disparities between theory and practice in regards to this particular socio-political movement.

One of the inevitable lessons of history is that political plans and agendas are seldom implemented as initially conceived irrespective of the nobility of intention or even piety motivating such aspirations. Evangelical conservatism, also commonly referred to as “The Religious Right”, would prove ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

¿con Qué Autoridad? Series

Contributed by Joel Mascobetto on Mar 23, 2012

La autoridad de Jesus - Jesus Authority

¿Con qué autoridad? Introducción: Siguiendo con el estudio del libro de Marcos, en la ultima clase vimos a Jesús “purificando el templo” Jesús comenzó a echar de allí a los que estaban vendiendo y comprando, los que habían convertido la case de Dios en un “pulguero – un ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Talents Series

Contributed by Kevin Brady on Sep 6, 2021

Three servants receive different gifts from their master. Two use them wisely. One does not. Why? This sermon explores the historical context of this parable with a view toward clarifying the plight of the unworthy servant. A re-telling of the story is followed by several meditations on the text.

Nothing was ready. Bags remained open and unpacked, with clothes neither in nor out. The servants ran from one unfinished task to another, trying their best to follow conflicting instructions from stewards who were themselves at odds. The mother of the house and her young children sat wide-eyed at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Lust Is Not Love

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 7, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 13: 1 – 39

2 Samuel 13: 1 – 39 Lust is not love 13 After this Absalom the son of David had a lovely sister, whose name was Tamar; and Amnon the son of David loved her. 2 Amnon was so distressed over his sister Tamar that he became sick; for she was a virgin. And it was improper for Amnon to do anything to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel