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No Purse, No Bag, No Sandals Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 30, 2017

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The reformers of every age have pointed to the words of Jesus to His first disciples: “Carry no purse, no bag, no sandals; and salute no one on the road,” as a call to poverty.

Thursday of 26th Week in Course 2017 Reformation and Revolution The rebuilding of the Temple of Jerusalem, which the prophet Haggai had commanded, was accompanied by a rebuilding of Jewish identity and worship in the community of returned exiles. We must never forget that God does not act ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Vanities, Poverty And Destitution Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 22, 2018

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We must find in our heart the vast chasm, the infinite need that only Infinite Goodness and Truth and Beauty can fill.

Thursday of the 24th Week in Course 2018 St. Vincent de Paul The book we call Ecclesiastes is often referred to as Qoheleth, for the Hebrew name of the author, here called “the Preacher.” The first words form one of the major themes of theology, that all things human are perishable, that even what ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, Psalm 90:3-17, Luke 9:7-9

Denomination: Catholic

Lent 2021

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Feb 17, 2021

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A sermon for the start of Lent 2021

I think this is the point where I am supposed to talk about Lent being a penitential time, and time for giving things up, but that seems patent nonsense in 2021. In the last eleven months we have given up more than we ever wished for longer than we would have wished. And we have lost some people ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Son’s Connection To The Father Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 30, 2020

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This deep, dense, and challenging passage details the connections between the Son and the Father. What specifics can we learn from it?

EQUAL WITH GOD: The Jews thought Jesus was claiming to be equal with God the Father. - John 5:18. - What exactly is going on in this interaction that the Jews thought Jesus was claiming to be equal with God the Father? a. In v. 16 the Jews persecute Jesus because He violated their rules for the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:15-30

Denomination: Baptist

Reflections On Ascension Day

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on May 13, 2021

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Ascension is an important even after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We need to understand it, study the dynamics and experience the blessings of the day.

We celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ in grand style. When it comes to Ascension and Pentecost, we seem to be slow on it. These events are at the heart of our Christian faith. The Ascension is clearly expressed in the Apostles’ Creed in the section that said “He ascended into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20, Luke 24:46-53, Acts 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Seven Sins Of Not Soul Winning

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

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What have we done with what God has entrusted us to do?

Levi reacted as Jesus would want the entirety of his supporters to do, he followed his Lord promptly, and he assembled his companions to meet him as well. Levi left a worthwhile and exploitative tax-collecting business to follow Jesus. Then Levi held a gathering for his kindred collectors and other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Progress Is Facilitated With God Directed Delegation Of Responsibilities

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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Have you ever wondered why some organizations seem to languish in mediocrity? In the early days of the church, the apostles learned how to delegate responsibilities so they were not sidetracked from their major ministries.

1. Have you ever wondered why some organizations seem to languish in mediocrity? Quote; Poor delegation leads to jealousy, mistrust and ineffectiveness. Example: In the early days of the church, the apostles learned how to delegate responsibilities so they were not sidetracked from their major ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brethren Of Christ Ii Series

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 26, 2000

based on 66 ratings

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This sermon examines the names of the brothers of Jesus.

“Brethren of Christ II” Matt. 13:55, Judges 11 The name of Jesus means, “Jehovah is Salvation. This is the only means of salvation for all of mankind that is through the Shed Blood of The Lord Jesus Christ. Which is the provision of God in this life. It’s Provided:  Freely  ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:55

Denomination: Baptist

A Lesson In Trusting

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Mar 6, 2001

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We’re sometimes slow to trust God even though He has always come through in the past.

A LESSON IN TRUSTING “Be careful”, Jesus warned them. “Watch out for the yeast of the Pharisees and that of Herod”, (Mark 8: 15). Here we have one of those recurring occasions that take place in the ministry of Jesus - the feeding of a large crowd of people. The people came from near and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:9-21

Denomination: Holiness

Who Is Able To Stand

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 25, 2001

based on 94 ratings

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THIS SERMON SHOWS THE OVERWHELMING AMOUNT OF ENVY WITHIN THE CHURCH BODY AND WHO WITHSTOOD THE PERSECUTION THAT WE SO READILY GIVE OVER TO WITH BITTER STRIFE.

INTRODUCTION ENVY REQUIRES A CRUEL HEART OF A BELIEVER. THE BURDEN OF ENVY TAKES A GREAT DEAL OF ENERGY. THOSE IN WHICH YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH REQUIRES YOU TO GO THROUGH THE MOTIONS WITH THIS HEART FELT DISLIKE FOR THAT ONE WHOM YOU HAVE NOT MADE AMENDS WITH. IN OUR CHURCHES TODAY THERE IS ENVY ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Family Giving To God's Family: Lesson 2-Money For The Family

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2002

based on 57 ratings

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Managing God’s resources for God’s purposes.

A. WHAT IS MONEY? Money is power. Money is choice. Money is freedom. Money is happiness. Money is future. Money is life. B. YOUR MONEY AND YOUR FAMILY. 1. You cannot take it with you, because it’s not yours. All money belongs to God. You have custody of money on earth; like a custodian in a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by Bobby Roger on Jan 30, 2004

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series on the Beatitudes

The Beatitudes Matthew 5:1-12 ¡§Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.¡¨ (v. 7) I. THE CHARACTER The word mercy is used 31x in the New Testament. It conveys the idea of having mercy, obtaining mercy, showing mercy and even receiving mercy; but it also carries with it the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

We Were Meant To Live!

Contributed by Erik Hinchey on Apr 28, 2005

based on 17 ratings

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This is a sermon used to challenge and encourage young people to live! to share the gift that they have been given, to be REAL!

The seasons are changing, the dogwoods are beginning to bloom, and the grass is growing and is most likely in desperate need of a trim. There is Life springing up all around us. The earth is slowly waking g up from it’s three month slumber, with a stretching yawn the warmth of the sun is felt ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Today Is Yesterday's Tomorrow—8 Series

Contributed by David King on Aug 26, 2006

based on 16 ratings

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Men of courage, men of guts are the only apprehenders of great destinies. Your faith and strength in Christ enlist you on the pages of those whose names are made great.

TODAY IS YESTERDAY’S TOMORROW—8 “There shall not any man be able to stand before thee all the days of thy life: as I was with Moses, so I will be with thee: I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laodicea: The "You Make Me Sick” Church Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 2, 2008

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This was a church by the people for the people and to the people! They had in-grown eyeballs!

Revelation 3:14-22 Laodicea: The “You Make Me Sick” Church A Celebrated Church 14a “And to the church of the Laodiceans” The church in Laodicea was a wealthy, self-indulgent church. Notice that it was the church of the Laodiceans not just in Laodicea. They were geographically situated in a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

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