Sermons on Assyrians:

To Love Honour & Cherish ,conclusion Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 22, 2004

The third part of this sermon deals with the word Cherish, as it deals with marriage.

To Love Honor & Cherish conclusion The third part of this sermon deals with the word Cherish, as it deals with marriage. First, what does the word cherish mean? 1. To treat with tenderness and affection; to give warmth, ease or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Taking People Where They Are

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Faith and obedience take precedence over ritual.

Thesis: Faith and obedience take precedence over ritual. Intro.: 1. Tonight we conclude our study of "WHO IS A CHRISTIAN?" 2. In this last lesson we want to turn to 2 Chronicles 30 and the story of Hezekiah's celebration of the Passover. a. We will discern an important principle in this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:18-20

A Pastor's Passion For America

Contributed by Steve Bain on Oct 18, 2000

The passage before us can only be understood if we back up and review its historical backdrop.

The passage before us can only be understood if we back up and review its historical backdrop. Isaiah was the prophet of the Lord to the nation Judah and her capital, Jerusalem, from 740 to 680 B.C. He was one of God's great voices during the reigns of four Kings: Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 3:1-15

The Sovereign Lord Judges Idolatry

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

BACKGROUND (1:1) -- Gives the Coordinates: A.

BACKGROUND (1:1) -- Gives the Coordinates: A. Personal word of the Lord to prophet Micah = "Who is like Yahweh?" how can idolatry even be an option in light of the uniqueness and majesty of our God? We should listen because the message has divine authority B. Geographical Moresheth -- SW Judah on ...read more

Scripture: Micah 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stage-Hands In The Drama Of Redemption

Contributed by Michael Bell on Oct 18, 2000

We need to understand what the Bible has to say about the NATURE & FUNCTION of Angels.

INTRO: With the increased interest in the paranormal these days there has recently, been an increased interest in the subject of ANGELS. Some time ago, ago, a dear church passed along a magazine to me about angels. Among the so-called "revelations" that this book contains are: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

A Samaritan Reject Series

Contributed by Pb Stetser on May 7, 2002

This is the first of a 3 part series on What Can I Learn From A Reject? (Part 1)

As is the case with all my messages, I am glad to provide my Power Point slides so you can use them as a help for your own. The Salvation Army Herkimer, NY John 4:4-9 4 (Jesus) had to go through Samaria on the way (to Galilee). 5 Eventually he came to the Samaritan village of Sychar, near the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-9

Denomination: Holiness

Lessons From A Wicked King

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 18, 2009

What can we learn from the story of Jehoiakim, a very wicked king?

LESSONS FROM A WICKED KING Text: Jeremiah 36:1 – 32 Introduction: · Jehoiakim was a very wicked king · Originally named Eliakim, was put into power by Pharoah Necho after the defeat of his father and captivity of his brother · Oppressive, godless, covetous, violent · Executed Urijah the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 36:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Still Blame Us? Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 17, 2008

God has the right to do as He sees fit, God reveals Himself as He is, God has foretold these things in Scripture

Chapter 9 v 19-29- ‘Why does God still blame us?’ Two premises 1. Salvation is due entirely to God’s will (v15 & 18) 2. We do not and cannot resist God’s will (v16). False conclusion 3. God cannot blame us (v19) for rejecting Him. If He makes all the decisions, surely He must take all the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

What A Way To Learn Your Lesson

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2008

You cannot do the wrong thing the wrong way and expect it to turn out right!

Intro. In chapter one of the book of Jonah, God gave Jonah an ORDER. Go to Nineveh, a city founded by Nimrod, and a very wicked place. It was the Metropolis of the Assyrian Empire. It compassed 60 miles and had a wall a hundred feet high, so broad that three chariots could go abreast on it. It ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Be Still; God Reigns

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 13, 2008

No matter how bad seems to be getting in the world that surrounds us, we (Christians) can remain at peace knowing that our God reigns.

Be Still; God Reigns Psalm 46:1-11 Intro Most scholars believe this psalm was composed in the aftermath of God’s delivering the Israelites from Sennacherib’s army. This deliverance occurred after the siege of Jerusalem that ended when the angel of the Lord killed 185,000 Assyrian soldiers in one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Cross?

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Apr 19, 2006

To show what the cross is in all of its dimensions.

-If I asked you to describe the cross to me, you would likely be able to do so fairly easily -The cross has become so ingrained in our culture -Everyone knows what it looks like -Everyone knows what happened there -Everyone knows it is the centerpiece of Christianity -Or do they? -The cross is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 28:13-56, Luke 28:19

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Shall See The King

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Feb 21, 2003

As my dad who had been blind for approximately 20 years was about to leave this present world to be with Christ, I was reminded of this particular text from Is. 33:17

The literal application of this text was supposed to have reference to the deliverance of the nation of Israel from the Assyrian army. Then they would have the joy of seeing King Hezekiah in all his royal apparel, and freed from the enemy. The deliverance was accomplished (2 Chron. 32:21),when ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith Seeking Understanding

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 1, 2014

God redeemed the world through suffering, and we can understand, if not fully comprehend, the mystery.

Thursday after Ash Wednesday 2014 Lumen Fidei On this first day after the solemn beginning of Lent, as we begin our forty-day retreat, the Church gives us some stark words. Deuteronomy tells us that the choice is between life and death, between blessing and curse. Honor and obey God alone, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22-25

Denomination: Catholic

The Conflict Between Church And Secular States

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 29, 2012

There have been conflicts throughout two millennia between secular authorities and the Church, and the conflict between Thomas Becket and Henry II is reflected in the American situation today, but Jesus and the Church are not about power, but love.

St. Thomas Becket 2012 December 29–in the Christmas Octave We come to the end of a year that many in the Church see as an overall catastrophe. Our faith is in more peril in this country than at any time since the suppression of the No-Nothing party and the KKK. Most critically, this coming ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Catholic

God Shows Up

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 28, 2013

Disasters show up, Nature shows up, human sprit shows up , and God shows when we needed the most.

IN the text today we note that God shows up no matter what the circumstance may be. After the tornado that struck Oklahoma we understand the horrific-ness a storm like this can produce. The storm ruins, harms, wounds and kills life. Let is consider some of the following: 1. Disasters will Show Up ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-8

Denomination: Methodist