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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
In this message we will talk about english translations and the 2 common philosophies - formal and dynamic equivalent. And we will also talk about TWBTS (the why behind the story)... Like why did Jesus come and how do we get in on it.
Translations and T.W.B.T.S. #UnderstandingTheBible For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through ...read more
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Number two in a series looking at the imagery in the modern Hymn These are the days of Elijah, looking at John the Baptist and repentance and holiness.
Introduction As we said this morning we are going to be looking at some of the imagery from These are the Days of Elijah to help us understand the idea of renewal and how it is God can move on us. The imagery from These are the Days of Elijah is all Biblical, which is good, but unfortunately it ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5, Matthew 3:1-17
Denomination: Holiness
"I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding."
"I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding. 10 For I want you to understand what really matters, so that you may live pure and blameless lives until the day of Christ’s return. 11 May you always be filled with the fruit ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11, Romans 13:14
Denomination: Salvation Army
The lessons from the wilderness are summarized in Mark 1:15. Jesus is the Son of God; the kingdom of God is at hand, repent and believe in the gospel.
Lessons From The Wilderness 02/13/05 AM Text: Mark 1:1-15 [This lesson is adapted from several sources including The Teacher’s Commentary By Lawrence O. Richards, and The New Commentary on the Whole Bible: New Testament Volume, based on the work of Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown.] INTRODUCTION ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:1-15
Jesus’ first action is an act of humility. It is this act of humility that will reveal his greatness, and this act of identifying with the people will actually set him apart.
Introduction We come now to Jesus’ appearance. Mark, in verse 8 sets us up to expect his coming in power, and yet, Jesus’ first action is an act of humility. John, who was not worthy to tie Jesus’ sandals, baptizes him as he does everyone else. But it is this act of humility ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:9-13
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
A sermon about response preached at an infant Baptism, where the parents were committed, though the family might not be.
Text: Matthew 13:1-23 - The Parable of the Sower Introduction 1 The Parable Let me begin by retelling the parable in a different context. The football manager went into the youth team dressing room and sat down to teach. "Once there was a scout who brought in four talented players. The first ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23
Denomination: Anglican
The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is a River that can flow from all Believer's
Let the River’s Flow John 4:1-43 (NKJV) 1 Therefore, when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John 2 (though Jesus Himself did not baptize, but His disciples), 3 He left Judea and departed again to Galilee. 4 But He needed to go through ...read more
Scripture: John 14:1-43
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The message of John the Baptist
Series on the Gospel of Mark Sermon #1 “In the Beginning of the Gospel” Mark 1:1-11 A study of the Book of Mark is fascinating because the account of the life of Jesus found here is a ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:1-11
Denomination: Baptist
This sermon explores the transformative power of repentance, the significance of baptism, and the divine guidance of the Holy Spirit in the Christian faith.
Greetings, beloved family in Christ. It's always a joy to gather together, to share in the warmth of fellowship and the nourishment of God's word. We are here, not simply as individuals, but as a collective body, bound together by the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we find ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:38
Topics: Eternal Salvation
A look at the historical context for the baptism of Jesus and it’s practical applications for us today.
Sermon 1/28/07-Matt. 3:10-17-John Baptizes Jesus Background: Matthew Jumps from birth to Christ’s adulthood beginning with His ministry Gain insight through understanding the Jewish Educational system in the Second temple period (time of Christ) -To the best of our knowledge, can’t say with 100% ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 3:10-17
Denomination: *other
Our action in the Holy Mass is to become one with Christ, to become holy through His grace, and to preach the truth of the Gospel.
Monday of 7th Week in Easter Spirit of the Liturgy At Ephesus, there were some disciples. They were probably emigres from Palestine who had settled in Asia Minor. They had received the baptism of repentance that John the Baptist had preached three decades earlier. This shows that there was a ...read more
Scripture: Acts 19:1-8
Denomination: Catholic
A sermon for Baptism of the Lord Sunday.
"Splitting Heaven Open" Mark 1:1-11 If you ever watched Sesame Street you might remember the song: "One of these Things is Not Like the Others." There would be a short vignette with, perhaps Cookie Monster looking at four plates of cookies. Three of the plates would have 2 cookies each and ...read more
Denomination: United Methodist
In this lesson we examine the ministry of John the Baptist and look at what constitutes a faithful ministry.
Scripture The first two chapters of Luke’s Gospel deal with the birth narratives of John the Baptist and his relative, Jesus Christ. Throughout these two chapters Luke has intentionally set John and Jesus side by side each other. As chapter 3 of Luke’s Gospel opens, Luke continued to ...read more
Scripture: Luke 3:1-6
Jesus identified himself with sinful humanity through his baptism. We must learn to identify with our culture if we are going to represent Christ to them.
Introduction: Have you ever tried to identify with someone that you just had nothing in common with? I find that it’s sometimes hard to identify with people you do know have commonalities with, but it’s especially hard to identify with someone who is radically different. Cultural barriers have ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 3:13-25
Denomination: Wesleyan
John the Baptist and Jesus' baptism from the eyes of a Roman centurion. This is a call to repentance and the realization that we are in need of God's grace.
-- Intro of Petronius the Centurion -- My name is Petronius. I am a Centurion responsible for the garrisons in Jericho and Jerusalem. Tiberius Caesar has been reigning for fifteen years. Pontius Pilate is governor of Judea. Herod is king of Galilee. Annas and Caiaphas are high priests for the ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:2-3
Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist
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