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Before The Harvest

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jan 12, 2015

The wheat and the weeds, then, grow side by side – and will, until the harvest. Then, according to Jesus, there will be a separation.

This is a simple tale, isn’t it? Or, so it seems. But there’s actually more to Jesus’ story than meets the eye. If you and I were to look down the page just a few verses, what we would find is Jesus’ explanation of this parable and what it means. As he lays it out, he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Got To Grow! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 18, 2012

You sure got to hear this message, so as to gauge the growth of your spiritual life according to His Word!

We got to grow! Part 2! Philemon our beloved friend and fellow laborer! Philemon 1:1 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved friend and fellow laborer, 2 to the beloved Apphia, Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church in your house..’ You ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

War Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 31, 2012

As we consider politics according to the Bible, let us now examine what the Bible says about war.

Scripture We are in the middle of an 8-weeks series of messages titled, “Politics According to the Bible.” We are examining key political issues in light of the Bible. Today, as we continue in our series on “Politics According to the Bible” I want to examine ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Three Kinds Of Worshippers Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

Three wise came from east and brought gifts according to their capacities. God blessed them all equally.

Three kinds people groups in the Society - Mt. 2:1-18 By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan 1. Wise men of the East (2:1-2,9-12) The first groups represent the people who are half-baked. They trust in God and trust in self-search. Basically self-satisfied, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Picking Up Your Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 4, 2013

This sermon deals with 3 things we must do to be a disciple according to Jesus's invitation to come follow Him.

Picking Up Your Cross Glenville 2/3/2013 Esther 4:1-16 Mark 8:34-38 We are in week 5 of our Insanity For Christ series. We have looked at Who Is God--Why Jesus, Who Am I-- Why Am I Here, What’s The Cost, Fanatic or Fair Weather Fan and today we look at Picking Up Your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mark Chapter 1

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 17, 2014

The opening eight verses of the Gospel according to Mark contain a gigantic volume of truths. Let's take a look at them.

Mark 1:1-8 - “The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, as it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “I will send My messenger ahead of You, who will prepare Your way” - “a voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Philemon!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 25, 2014

You sure got to hear this message, so as to gauge the growth of your spiritual life according to His Word!

We got to grow! Philemon our beloved friend and fellow laborer! Philemon 1:1 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved friend and fellow laborer, 2 to the beloved Apphia, Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church in your house..’ You sure got ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Character Of The Races Do You Know The Weaknesses Of Yours?

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Oct 17, 2015

Certain cultures have certain characteristics and we must know what the expectations are and share Jesus according to this knowledge.

The Character of the Races Capt. Kelly Durant Do you know the weaknesses of yours? Today we celebrate the day of the cultures and we will explore some of the different characteristics of a few races. Does the Bible speak of the races, and their good points and bad ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:22-24

Denomination: Salvation Army

"looking Backward, Looking Forward, Looking To Jesus"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 31, 2018

New years Eve service we should according to the apostle look back, look forward, and look to Jesus.

“Looking backward, looking forward” Philippians 3: 4-14 1. Looking back on the past year of the things God has done in your life • Some times has been good times, not so good times, rough going times, dont know if I can make it times, sick times, • Also there has been some super wonderful times, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Methodist

Curious Enough

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Feb 19, 2021

This topic stems from an understanding of the resurrection story as told to us in the gospel according to saint Mark & Matthew.

It is shown that Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to seek Jesus and their seeking yielded some results. In this discussion therefore, we will expatiate on a) What is means to seek Jesus. b) The results of being curious to see Jesus, i.e., seeking Jesus; c) The results of not being curious, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-13, Matthew 28:9-10, 2 Chronicles 12:14, 1 Chronicles 22:19, Psalm 34:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fragrance Of Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 17, 2021

How is a Christian suppose to smell? According to Paul, he is to smell sweet and pleasant, like the perfume of God in Christ.

Napoleon and Josephine adored violets. She often wore the extremely expensive violet scented perfume as her trade mark. Only the wealthiest people could afford it. When she died in 1814, Napoleon planted violets at her grave, and just before his exile to St. Helena he made a pilgrimage to it. ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-17

Unpacking Crazy Happy Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of true happiness according to the Bible, emphasizing that it is found in unexpected places as outlined in Jesus' Beatitudes.

It shouldn't surprise us at all that God wants us to be happy. God loves us and God is for us and God has given us life and life more abundantly. But, what does come as a huge surprise for us, is where God's plan for happiness is found. Looking back to last week, we said the blessed person (in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-6

Topics: Biblical Happiness, Spiritual Mourning, Divine Fulfillment

Sermon Series: Crazy Happy

We Are Who God Says We Are

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Sep 2, 2024

Although at times, believers act according to their old nature, we are, in fact, new creations in Christ Jesus

We Are Who God Says We Are Text: II Cor. 5:17 Introduction: Even though every believer, at times, lives, and acts according to the old self, we still are new persons—new in relationship to God and new within ourselves. The change that takes place in us when we come to Christ involves two ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

My Strength Is In The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Encourage believers to face their fears with faith in God, act according to His will, and find strength in His presence.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Welcome to today's sermon. You know, life can toss us around like a tiny boat in a stormy sea, leaving us drenched with fear and uncertainty. But fret not, for we have an anchor in our Lord. A lighthouse guiding us through the darkest storms, and that's what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1

Topics: Fear, Faith, Behaving

Elohim Shama (The God Who Hears)

Contributed by Larry Grant on Feb 2, 2025

This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.

Micah 7:5-7 (NKJV) Elohim Shama (The God who hears me) February 2, 2025 ILLS: Papi or Babe by Amory (I know you hear me). Jehovah-Shammah – The Lord is There! The Lord Hears. The story of El Shama begins with Hagar and her son Ishmael. Hagar, an Egyptian slave, found herself in the wilderness, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:5-7

Denomination: Baptist