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Unity In Christ Series

Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Sep 3, 2023

The Lord has called us to a place of Unity, not uniformity.

Unity IN Christ Summary: There is so much power in Unity Main Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3 Unity- 1. The state or quality of being one: singleness. 2. The state or quality of being in accord; harmony. A. Of thought B. Of Focus C. Of Direction Benefits of Unity Behold, how good and how ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simon: The Zealous Disciple Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023

Inward obedience is reflected in outward actions.

“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily as to the Lord, and not unto man.” Colossians 3:23, KJV “Whatsoever your task is, put your whole heart and soul in it, as work done for the Lord, and not merely for men knowing your real reward will come from Him.” Colossians 3:23, Philips A. WHY JESUS CHOSE ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23, Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Not As The Lord Commanded (Leviticus 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 4, 2024

Does apostolic succession guarantee that even the next generation of priests will not disobey God? Let's look at Leviticus 10.

As we read through the early chapters of Leviticus, is it important to note how some did not do as the Lord commanded? Is this a weakness of apostolic succession? Where is the guarantee that even the very next generation of priests will be faithful? Jesus gave over 300 commands. Are we faithful to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

John The Baptist And The King's Arrival (Matthew 3:1-17)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 5, 2024

John the Baptist was God's chosen instrument to announce the arrival of the Promised Messiah.

Matthew 3:1-6: Thirty years have passed between the events described in Chapter 2. Matthew continues the story of Jesus with the arrival of John the Baptist in the wilderness of Judea. His message centered upon the need for all people to repent and prepare their hearts for the arrival of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17, Mark 1:2-8, Luke 3:1-20, John 1:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Sarah - Life From A Barren Womb Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 5, 2024

Sarah is an example of marriage, fidelity and loyalty.

“This is the word of promise … Sarah shall have a son” (Romans 9:9). “By faith Sarah herself also received strength to conceive seed, and she bore a child when she was past the age, because she judged Him faithful who had promised. Therefore from one … were born as many as the stars of the sky in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:11-12, Genesis 18:12

Denomination: Baptist

2 Samuel 6:16-23

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Feb 1, 2024

True Worship is Humbly Focusing on God, Not On Our Own Reputations

The Focus of Worship 2Sam. 6:16-23 1. The _Act_ of Worship 6:16-19 A. Our Worship Does Not Imitate the _World_. (1 Sam. 5:2-11 shows the Philistines transporting the Ark with a cart and oxen; Israel tried to imitate the pagans and learned this method of transporting the Ark from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:16-23

Denomination: Bible Church

Grace

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 6, 2024

The text tells us that Grace was upon them all and lets is look at what Grace has done.

Grace was upon them all Acts 4:32-35 1. Despite our bad deeds, bad ways, bad living God gives good I call this grace. • First of all we never get what we deserve at the hand of God • What we do get is God Grace • The United Church of Christ came out with slogan, “God is still ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Methodist

Building Stronger Marriages By Pst. Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on May 2, 2024

But building a strong marriage is not always easy. It requires effort, commitment, and sacrifice. It requires a willingness to put the needs of our spouse above our own, to love them unconditionally, and to forgive them freely.

Building Stronger Marriages Today I want to talk to you about the importance of building stronger marriages—marriages that are rooted in love, strengthened by faith, and sustained by the grace of God. In the book of Genesis, chapter 2, verse 24, we find these words: "Therefore a man shall ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good & Bad Traditions (John 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 23, 2025

How do we discern between good and bad traditions? Let's look at John 2.

Do believers always choose the right way? Are mandatory teetotaling and selling items at church, good or bad ideas? Which traditions, built upon Jesus, are gold or stubble? Let’s begin in John 2. Should Christians make up rules not found in the Bible, like forbidding even moderate alcohol use? Did ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"a Friend Who Harms You"? Is There Such A Thing?

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Jun 12, 2025

Isn’t a friend supposed to treat you well? Why do friends quickly turn into enemies? Don’t be surprised, because incidents like this have happened since ancient times

"A Friend Who Harms You"? Is There Such a Thing? Isn’t a friend supposed to treat you well? Why do friends quickly turn into enemies? Don’t be surprised, because incidents like this have happened since ancient times. Look at these Bible verses I quote: Proverbs 18:24 in various versions ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thirtieth Sunday In Ordinary Time - Year C. In Defense Of The Pharisee And Tax Collector

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 25, 2025

Jesus indicates that the Pharisee's virtue was destroyed by pride, but he certainly was objectively living a good moral life.

Let’s see what the Pharisee did right, and the tax collector— The Pharisee prayed- 'O God, I thank you that I am not like the rest of humanity --greedy, dishonest, adulterous -- or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week, and I pay tithes on my whole income.' Jesus indicates ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus Christ Is: Savior (Lesson 3) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 16, 2025

To establish that the Scriptures reveal Jesus Christ as Savior. Class is still out for some of our Scholars in this regard; some would have Him yet in the tomb, while others see Him no more than a mere man. This dissertation proves Jesus Christ is the Savior.

INTRODUCTION 3. Jesus Christ Is Savior Introductory Remarks. 1. During our research and development on the lesson on being “partakers of the divine nature of Christ,” as described in 2 Peter 1:3-4, a great truth emerged. And that was that many religious scholars deny or reject the divinity of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3, John 5:18, John 10:20, John 20:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Study In Revelation 18 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Oct 29, 2009

Study in Revelation, using "The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible" Study sheet included for particapants boxes & underlined blanks may be missing

STUDY IN REVELATION 18 The Announcement of The Final Triumph Over Evil [part I] The Little Book Revelation 10: 1-11 [Part II] The Great Destruction of Israel & Jerusalem Revelation 11: 1-2 Up to now we have witnessed the horror of the first six “trumpet judgments” 1. The fierce storm that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Priesthood Of The Apocalypse

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 30, 2009

The exposition of Psalm 110 focusing on the Priesthood of the Apocalypse the 144 Thousand

“The Priesthood of the Apocalypse” Psalm 110 Psalm 110 is regarded as “The Crown Jewel” of the book of Psalms. This short but powerful revelation by King David the Sweet Psalmist of Israel and Powerful Messianic Prophet provides the believer with marvelous insight concerning David’s Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Affirmed In The Gospel Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 1, 2018

In Galatians 2:1–10 Paul was “Affirmed in the Gospel”, as shown through 1) His Coming (Galatians 2:1–2), 2) His Companion (Galatians 2:3–5), 3) His Commission (Galatians 2:6–8), and 4) His Commendation (Galatians 2:9–10) that he was of one truth and one spirit with the other twelve apostles.

The nature of work has radically changed. Moving away from a “job for life”, todays workers struggle with company reorganizations, changing customer demographics, labour laws, environmental regulations, trade pacts and on and on. All this comes on top of personal struggles. This week a congregation ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Other