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Glory! Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 7, 2018

Attention deserved (or not deserved) seems to be in our mind when we think of glory today. The Hebrew word for glory has a different history, however. It originally meant weight, heaviness.

Revelation Chapter 15 TRANSLATION v 5 and after these things I saw, and the temple of the tabernacle of the testimony was opened in heaven v 6 and seven angels came out of the temple having the seven plagues, clothed in clean linen, light and wearing around their chests golden sashes. v 7 and one ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:5-8

Denomination: *other

Know When To Dance

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 30, 2020

If it disrupts the service or calls attention to yourself then refrain from dancing or whatever you are feeling. It may just be you and not the Spirit leading you. Subject your spirit because you can.

Every now and then I feel like doing a joyful dance in church, but it would be too distracting. During worship it might not be too bad, but I never felt led by the Spirit to do it so I don't. 1 Cor 14:40 Let all things be done decently and in order. We are called to worship in decency and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:40, 1 Corinthians 14:32-33

Denomination: Baptist

Being Watchful Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jun 9, 2014

Are you watchful, attentive and careful with the words you speak to others? In this message, we will learn from the life of Jacob on how to improve our Christian character for the better to be a good testimony to others.

BEING WATCHFUL Text: Genesis 31:24 (NIV) "Then God came to Laban the Aramean in a dream at night and said to him, “Be careful not to say anything to Jacob, either good or bad.” Do you know that many times, we are not aware of the destructive and harmful words that we say to people ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-55

Denomination: Nazarene

Fighting God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

The prophets made it clear that God had a universal love, but the people paid no attention to the prophets. Having this attitude caused them to fail in being God’s servant in reaching the rest of mankind.

The first act of aggression by which one man attacked another with intent to kill was motivated by religious intolerance. Cain could not stand to see Abel in better harmony with God than himself, and the result was murder. This attitude of intolerance is found all through the Old Testament. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:14-16

The True Measure Of A Minister Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 18, 2023

Paul addresses his critics directly and highlighted a few lessons. A true ministry does not draw attention to himself, commits to the work God assigns and lives for the audience of One, his Lord.

2 Cor 10:7-18 The True Measure of a Minister 2 Cor 10:7-18 – Paul addressing his critics 7Look at what is before your eyes. If anyone is confident that he is Christ’s, let him remind himself that just as he is Christ’s, so also are we. 8For even if I boast a little too much of our authority, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:7-18, Amos 7:7-9, Jeremiah 9:23-24, 1 Corinthians 3:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Host Or Guest? Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 12, 2022

This parable revolves around three categories of people, the host, the servants, and the Guests. Invited guests neglected and paid no attention to it. This parable conveys the divine call, divine clemency, and divine condemnation.

Text: Matthew 22:1-14 Theme: Host or Guest? Greetings: The Lord is good. ‘Many are invited but few are chosen.’ (Matthew 22:14). Synopsis of the Parable: The word parable comes from the Greek word ‘parabole,’ which means “a placing beside”. It has a real-life or real-life situation from which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Heavens Declare: Witnessing God's Glory Through Creation Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 8, 2025

Today, we turn our attention to a profound declaration found in Psalm 19:1 (NLT): "The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship."

The Heavens Declare: Witnessing God's Glory Through Creation Introduction Today, we turn our attention to a profound declaration found in Psalm 19:1 (NLT): "The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship." This verse invites us to observe the natural ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1, Isaiah 40:26, Job 38:4-7, Psalm 19:2, Romans 1:20, Psalm 19:7-8, 2 Timothy 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Interpretation Of Tongues Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 5, 2024

This message explains the supernatural gift of the Holy Spirit, which is mentioned as "the interpretation of tongues" in 1 Corinthians 12:10. Attention is given to how this gift is to operate in the church.

I. KINDS OF TONGUES Last week, we talked a lot about the baptism in the Holy Spirit and the New Testament pattern of speaking in tongues. We learned: (1) The importance of the baptism in the Spirit to equip the believer for service. Acts 1:8 “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Acts 1:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:19-21, Romans 12:6

Denomination: Charismatic

When The Fish Went Manning Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 6, 2004

This is #2 of 4 on the book of Jonah. Pain gets our attention. I orginially wrote this in 1999. I cannot remember where I got some of my material to give proper credit.

INTRODUCTION  In the movie Pinocchio a kindly woodcutter named Geppetto is swallowed by a whale named Monstro. Inside the dark, damp belly of the whale, Geppetto sits for what seems like an eternity. Then one day the whale violently coughs, and the woodcutter is expelled from his watery ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Your Relationships Work Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003

As Christ-followers, we have the responsibility to prioritize our family relationships by submitting, loving, obeying, and encouraging. We must also give attention to our jobs by working hard and by being fair.

Making Your Relationships Work During the rehearsal for her wedding a nervous bride was having a difficult time remembering all the details. Her kind pastor took her aside at the end of the night and said, “When you enter the church tomorrow, you will be walking down the same aisle you’ve walked ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is In The Spotlight? Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Oct 4, 2002

Are you striving to capture the attention of the world or to even make God take notice of you through your righteous achievements? The glory of man does not endure–it pales in comparison to the glory of Christ.

In Greek literature, Virgil wrote about the plight of humanity and how something new needed to be done to help man out of his predicament. In Greek thought, God was removed, a mere spectator, like someone observing a play in an amphitheater or a stadium– –sometimes intervening in a helpful way ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Keep Going!"

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Mar 11, 2002

Speaking to those who are ’sure’ in their faith (not mature, but sure), Paul directs our attention to the Israelites in the wilderness who thought the same thing. We are invited to examine our faith journey.

Bibliography: Finding Christ, Finding Life: covenant & community Tonight I am speaking to those who are sure in their faith. Notice I said those who are sure in their faith, not those who are mature in their faith. Although sometimes the two terms go together, tonight we make a distinction ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Get Ready For That Which Is Yet To Come

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Jun 22, 2007

Can you hear the sound of the trumpet blowing across the land? The Lord is trying to get our attention, but many are asleep in the land. Many do not have ears to hear the s ound of the alarm.

By: Donna Kazenske Joel 2:15 - Blow the trumpet in Zion, consecrate a fast, call a sacred assembly; Gather the people, sanctify the congregation, assemble the elders, gather the children and nursing babes..... Can you hear the sound of the trumpet blowing across the land? The Lord is trying to ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:15

Denomination: *other

The Rapture Of The Church Part 2 Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

This will be the most earth shaking, cataclysmic event the world has ever known to date...one that will get the attention of the entire planet. And it will signal the time of final judgment that Scripture says will soon take place.

THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH PART 2 Last week I began our "Last Days" series with a brief look at the conditions that will precede the rapture of the church...conditions that show us that we are at the very brink of that blessed event. Today I want to look at the specific details that will take ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:13-18

Evil Diversion

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009

A diversion is turning aside from a course that is to be followed. A diversion is a change of direction or an alternative route. It is also something designed to take away attention from the main course. Simply put, it is a change of direction.

EVIL DIVERSION Dr. D. K. Olukoya Our Father in heaven, we thank You because you are El-Shaddai, You are the Jehovah- Jireh, the Jehovah-Shamah, and Jehovah Shalom who has all powers in His hands. Thank You for being our provider, shelter and rock. We thank You for the promotion, provision and ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal