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Indecisive Compromise

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 17, 2012

Eight times in this passage Pilate moves back and forth, showing how indecisive he was in this matter.

The Roman trial of Jesus is a picture of indecisive compromise. The scene flows along with Pilate moving back and forth to Jesus and to His accusers or the people. Eight times in this passage Pilate moves back and forth, showing how indecisive he was in this matter. We have a lot to cover ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing A Healthy Home Or Relationship Through Submission

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Jun 3, 2012

The sermon teaches us how we can experience a healthy home or relationship through submission to one another

Introduction: Ephesians 5: 21 say: “submit to one another out of reverence for Christ” and the entire passage where this is taken from talk principally of our relation with one another – what we are expected to do to one another in the home/marital relationship. In our homes ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Romans, Part 5 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 19, 2011

What is the standard that we judge people by? What do we think is "good and bad"? This message examines that it doesn’t matter; all that matters is living by God’s standards and following Christ!

Romans, Part 5 Romans 2:1-16 Introduction - Previously, we discussed the importance of understanding Paul’s writing - He was writing to the church in Rome to encourage, and to educate them - This letter is given to the believer who is interested in growing in Christ - It is not a rebuke, but an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growth And Persecution

Contributed by Colin Bain on Jun 26, 2011

A look at the nature and use of power in the early church and how it applies to a believer today

This week in the Arab states, there are ongoing struggles between the official government forces and those who want change. It is a struggle about power. It is a struggle about who has the power. It is a struggle about the legitimacy of those who would rule. At the bottom of the mess, there is the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Abiding In Christ Series

Contributed by Donald Jewell on Aug 2, 2011

To help the hearer to see the importance of abiding

Abiding in Christ 1 John 3:6 "Whoever abides in Him does not sin. Whoever sins has neither seen Him nor known Him." How can anyone, after reading this verse, walk away not believing that you cannot lose TRUE salvation? I read this question on the internet this week and felt that it was a ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Behold The Lamb

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 18, 2011

The lamb of God is come and will come again.

BEHOLD THE LAMB John 1: 29The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world. 30This is he of whom I said, After me cometh a man which is preferred before me: for he was before me. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-35

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Lucifer That Man Should Fear Him? Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Aug 13, 2007

A redo of Armed to be set free.

Who is Lucifer that man should fear him? Understanding Lucifer The reason that we, as the children of God, need to understand Lucifer is, we are under constant attack from him and his evil forces. In order to defend ourselves from his attacks, we need be able to recognize him as the Scriptures ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: *other

Communication Is Key Series

Contributed by Esther Collins on Apr 14, 2021

This is the 7th devotion from the series entitles, Building Relationships that Last,' and talks about the importance of communication in building healthy relationships.

Communication, we can say, is the life-line to maintaining meaningful relationships. Today, more than ever before, there are myriad ways we can communicate with one another. The advancements in science and technology have placed before us, numerous options to communicate effectively, and the boom ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Luke 19:1-10, John 2:13-17, James 1:19, Proverbs 15:1, Ephesians 4:29, Ecclesiastes 3:7, Colossians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

The Plan

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 2, 2021

No one was thinking of a cross the night Jesus was born, at least no one on earth. For heaven, though, this moment had been planned for from the beginning.

November 21, 2020 No one was thinking of a cross the night Jesus was born, at least no one on earth. For heaven, though, this moment had been planned for from the beginning. From before time this Plan had been on the shelf – just in case. Then it happened – Eve believed a lie and Adam decided ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30, Genesis 3:14-15, Genesis 22:8, Isaiah 53:4-5

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Is There More Than One Will Of God?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 8, 2021

There is a belief within the church that the Creator God has a perfect will with as many as six permissive variations

There is a belief within the church that the Creator God has a perfect will with many permissive variations that purposely 'allows' horrible things such as sickness and disease to happen to those who He created in His image and likeness (James 3:9). "And be not conformed to this ...read more

Scripture: James 3:9, Romans 12:2, Revelation 21:9, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Great Awakening Sermon Vi: Drawn To Jesus But Put Off By Sinful Living Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 29, 2020

In times of "doom and gloom", the Family of God is positioned to take its greatest step since Pentecost if we will let the Holy Spirit be our constant companion and guide to speak and live the truth of Christ in love.

DRAWN TO JESUS BUT PUT OFF BY UNCHRISTIANLIKE CONDUCT Although I went out for high school football but sat on the bench due to my lightweight, one important lesson I learned was: The quickest way for a star to get on the wrong side of the coach is to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52

I'm Still Holding On Series

Contributed by Ethel Lamazon on Nov 24, 2020

Sometimes when you're at the end of your rope you have to learn how to tie the knot and still hold on

I’m still holding on Genesis 40: 14-15 14 And please remember me and do me a favor when things go well for you. Mention me to Pharaoh, so he might let me out of this place. 15 For I was kidnapped from my homeland, the land of the Hebrews, and now I’m here in prison, but I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:14-15

Following Jesus Into The Desert Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jan 21, 2021

What tempts you? How do you resist? We often find it difficult to not give in. Let's follow Jesus into the desert as he experiences the same temptations as we do.

You can listen to the podcast of this sermon here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/7412800 Following Jesus Into the Desert Intro: • [video - the marshmallow test] We’re not so very different than these amazingly cute kids. First conducted at Stanford U. in 1972. • We sneak up on the edge of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, 1 Corinthians 10:12-13, 1 Peter 5:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dirty Backyard

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 28, 2021

There is little hope of revival or a large harvest of souls until we clean up our own backyard.

I believe there are too many dictators among the cessationists and too many false prophets and con artists in the Charismatic movement because people do not read the Word in context. Their hermeneutic is experience, not sound doctrine. In the Cessationist groups if you question a pastor you get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:19-20, Acts 4:29-31, Matthew 7:21-23, Acts 2:1-13, Matthew 18:15-20, Romans 16:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph's Deception (Genesis 44)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 26, 2024

Did Joseph deceive his brothers? Should we engage in deception? Let's look at Genesis 44.

The Bible contains truthful DEscriptions of events, but not every DEscription is also a PREscription or recommendation for us. Does the Bible hide the sins of believers or frankly tell both the good and bad? Is Christian history also filled with both good and bad? Is God merciful? Let’s look at ...read more

Denomination: Baptist