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Jesus And Beelzebul Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 8, 2014

The analysis of the source of Jesus' power in Luke 11:14-26 teaches us that Jesus works by God's authority.

Scripture Jesus encountered conflict on his way from Galilee to Jerusalem. The conflict that Luke described in Luke 11:14-26 is about the source of Jesus’ power. People wondered whether Jesus was working by the power of God or by the power of Satan. Let’s read about Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Church At Laodicea Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 20, 2017

The Church at Laodicea, a church, it seems, with no redeeming qualities. Luke warm, every church was commended for something, except the Laodicean church. Are we like the Laodicean church?

Revelation 3:14 - 22 I. Introduction A. The city of Laodicea was almost due East of Ephesus about 120 miles or so on a major trade route in Asia 1. The city was a banking center and so a very wealthy city a. The city was also the site of mineral springs which could only be tolerated if ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Woes To The Pharisees And Lawyers - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 23, 2014

Jesus warns us of the danger of spiritual hypocrisy.

Scripture Jesus encountered growing opposition on his journey from Galilee to Jerusalem. Today’s text “contains Jesus’ most direct rebuke of the Pharisees and [lawyers], a significant portion of the Jewish religious leadership.” Let’s read about Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Nature Of The Beast

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 19, 2022

Revelation 13

https://bible.ryl.hk/web_en (English) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Bah (Indonesian) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Esp (Spanish) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Tag (Filipino) https://bible.ryl.hk (Chinese) THE NATURE OF THE BEAST (REVELATION 13:1-10) A young devil asked an old devil: "How did you manage to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Waiting For Christmas

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Puts things in perspective, doesn’t it? The message is the same this Christmas. Because of the Father’s love … whoever takes the Son gets it all. Will you take Him this Christmas?

Illustration: Kids have a hard time waiting for Christmas. Here are some actual letters that were written to Santa: Dear Santa Claus, When you come to my house there will be cookies for you. But if you are real hungry you can use our phone and order a pizza to go. Dear Santa, I want a Puppy. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Symbolism Of Numbers In The Book Of The Revelation Series

Contributed by George Barton on Jan 22, 2006

GIVES IN FULL DETAIL THE SYMBOLISM OF NUMBERS GENERALLY AND ESPECIALLY IN THE BOOK OF THE REVELATION

THE SYMBOLISM OF NUMBERS IN THE BOOK OF THE REVELATION Note: For a study of the symbolic meaning of numbers see W. A. Criswell, Expository Sermons on Revelation, Volume 1, pp. 56-84. Study the following materials which give Biblical illustrations of what seem to be symbolic uses of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Second Date

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 30, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Kings 9: 1 – 28

1 Kings 9: 1 – 28 Second Date 9 And it came to pass, when Solomon had finished building the house of the LORD and the king’s house, and all Solomon’s desire which he wanted to do, 2 that the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. 3 And the LORD said to him: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 9:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Pure & The Phony Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 7, 2016

Philip & Simon the Sorcerer - The Pure & the Phony – Acts chapter 8 verses 9-25 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: A wrong view of self (vs9-11) A wrong view of salvation (vs 12-13) A wrong view of the Spirit (vs 14-23) A wrong view of sin (vs 22-24) SERMON BODY: Ill: • When architect Sir Christopher Wren; • Designed the interior of Windsor Town Hall near London in 1689, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Brethren

Change Your Ways

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 1, 2019

A study in the book of Ezra 9: 1 – 15

Ezra 9: 1 – 15 You’ve got to change your evil ways baby 9 When these things were done, the leaders came to me, saying, “The people of Israel and the priests and the Levites have not separated themselves from the peoples of the lands, with respect to the abominations of the Canaanites, the ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Message Of Mark Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 11, 2015

Mark is encouraging a minority group of people to live on mission just like our Master did, no matter how difficult it becomes.

The Message of Mark Mark 1:1 Rev. Brian Bill September 12-13, 2015 Recently I shared a very interesting article that led to some great discussion during our staff team time called, “Is Your Church a Cruise Ship or Aircraft Carrier?” You can find the post on the sermon extras tab on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Revelation (Sermon On Revelation By Pastor Odell Belger)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 20, 2022

This lesson is called "Know Thy Enemy". This saying is used in:

(1)In warfare (2)In sports In order to compete against somebody or some team, one needs to know as much as possible about them in order to compete against them. (3) It applies in Christianity as well. • If we are to avoid sin, we have to know what is sinful. • If we are to avoid demonic ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ii Lent, Year C

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 24, 2001

Some Pharisees express concern over Christ’s safety and welfare. Jesus laments over all who reject him, his message and ministry. God is like a mother hen who protects her chicks under her wings.

Sermon for II Lent, Year C Based on Lk. 13:31-35 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Today’s gospel is most profound! It’s like a painting bursting with a wide variety of colours, contours, moods and movements. It’s like a piece of music full of conflicting and complementary themes, melodies and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Lutheran

A Centurion's Faith Series

Contributed by James Hayford Sr. on Nov 15, 2000

Jesus talks with a Roman soldier whose servant is seriously ill commending him for his faith.

A Centurion’s Faith Second In The Series “Conversations With Christ Matthew 8:5-13 5 When Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to him, asking for help. 6 "Lord," he said, "my servant lies at home paralyzed and in terrible suffering." 7 Jesus said ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: *other

Restoring Conisistency

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 26, 2002

Jesus demonstrated that preparation for Easter demands consistency regarding the Temple & its services. Thus, Restoring consistency to worship requires conformity to...

RESTORING CONSISTENCY—Mark 11:15-18 Restoring consistency/harmony to a place of worship. Jesus demonstrated the need for consistency regarding the Temple & its services. All aspects surrounding worship must be consistent. What consistencies are to characterize God’s place of worship? 4 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

A True Disciple

Contributed by James Groce on May 8, 2002

How does one become a disciple of Jesus Christ?

How does one become a disciple of Jesus Christ? A common response from many who claim to be Christians is that "all you have to do is believe." The Bible clearly teaches that faith is essential to be pleasing to God (Hebrews 11:6), but it never says "all you have to do is believe." There are many ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:9

Denomination: Pentecostal