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Why Did Paul Participate In Festivals?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Paul gives us insights into why he participated in religious festivals for the sake of the kingdom of God.

Why Did Paul Participate in Festivals? (Acts 20:13-16) 1. Why do you suppose that Paul was in such a hurry to get to the festival of Pentecost in Jerusalem in this passage? Illustration:Experience comes from what we have done. Wisdom comes from what we have done badly. Theodore Levitt, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Must Be Unity In Community

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 24, 2000

God is a God of variety. He loves diversity. However, He despises division.

I. God Has Called Us to Unity A. Text: I Corinthians 12:12-27 B. Diversity is a part of the Body. 1. God is a lover and creator of variety. C. We are not all the same. 1. There are no big “I’s” and little “we’s” 2. God is no respecter of persons. II. Unity Doesn’t Necessarily Mean Union A. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

On Pride And Honor Series

Contributed by Clark Sneed on Dec 16, 2005

Distinguish between pride and honor in America: 13 reasons to hate pride.

Title: ON PRIDE AND HONOR Text: Luke 14:7-11 © J. Clark Sneed Fosterville Baptist Church Sunday Morning, October 23, 2005 I. Introduction a. The Basis of Humility: Jesus b. The Barrier of Humility: American Culture c. Confusing Pride and Honor II. Body: 13 Reasons to Hate Pride a. Pride will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

All I Want For Christmas Is ... Joy Series

Contributed by W F on Dec 19, 2005

Where you can get some Christmas Joy

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS ... JOY "But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people" (Luke 2:10). There are so many good reasons for us to be afraid in the world at the moment, and there are so many things that are out there just ...read more

Denomination: *other

All I Want For Christmas Is ... Joy

Contributed by W F on Nov 5, 2006

Where you can get some Christmas Joy

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS ... JOY "But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people" (Luke 2:10). There are so many good reasons for us to be afraid in the world at the moment, and there are so many things that are out there just ...read more

Denomination: *other

Beginning The Year Right

Contributed by Renato Correa on Feb 2, 2006

As Christians we always have a new beginning. We just have to start it right.

Text: Joshua 5:1-15 Topic: A New Beginning Introduction: 1. The passage we have just read happened before Joshua and the whole of Israel started their military campaign to take Canaan for their possession. You will remember that God promised to give them this land first to Abraham, Isaac and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

An Exodus Meditation

Contributed by William Rodriguez on May 20, 2006

This is a Lenten meditation examining the relevance of the Exodus event for Christians.

The term “fear” has two important connotations: it expresses a reverential respect for God in matters both moral and spiritual, and it also implies cowardice and timidity. On this period of Lent, as we ponder the significance of the Exodus event, we encounter an interesting dynamic between fear (in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:30-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Created For Love

Contributed by Billy Noel on Jul 13, 2009

I believe everyone is created with the capacity to love, it is whether or not we chose too.

Created to Love John 13:34-35 I. You and I were created with the capacity to love Even though we think we do we need no provocation to love We have stories of love at first sight and of course we call that foolishness But for those of you who have children and grand children you remember when that ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian Church

Jerusalem

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 29, 2008

Jerusalem On June 7th, 1967, the city of Jerusalem was reunited for the first time since its partition in 1948. On June 14, 1967, the rubble was cleared from the Western Wall Square. Once again, the holiest place for all Jews was open, and all were invit

Jerusalem On June 7th, 1967, the city of Jerusalem was reunited for the first time since its partition in 1948. On June 14, 1967, the rubble was cleared from the Western Wall Square. Once again, the holiest place for all Jews was open, and all were invited to visit. It was estimated that 200,000 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:6

I Have Been Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007

THERE ARE THE THINGS THAT HAVE BEEN DONE FOR ME BY GOD THE FATHER AND GOD THE SON. THESE NT PASSAGES ARE THE "HAVE BEEN" STATEMENTS ABOUT ME AS A BELIEVER.

WHAT HE DID FOR US! THE FATHER Romans ...baptized us into Christ Jesus, and thus into his death. ...united us with him in his death ...brought us from death to life ...set us free from sin and made us His slaves ...cut us from what is by nature a wild olive tree, and grafted us, contrary to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

If You Choose

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 9, 2012

Sixth Sunday After Epiphany Year B

Mark 1: 40 – 45 & 2 Kings 5: 1 - 14 / If You Choose Intro: One day a lion decided to make sure all the other animals knew he was the king of the jungle. He by-passed the smaller animals and went to the bear – “Why you are, of course!” tiger – “Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mysterious Text

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 24, 2012

! Peter 3 is a mysterious text , despite the mysterious-ness of the text there is things we can learn such as what his death removed and his resurrection accomplished.

The Mysterious text 1 Peter 3:18-22 Today’s Reading alludes to several things The text alludes to Christ Death Christ’s Resurrection Christ’s Ascension, Alludes to Noah, the Ark, and the Flood Text even alludes to Baptism ,This reading also alludes to a mysterious passage Jesus descends to hell ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Methodist

The X-Factor Christmas Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 14, 2008

THis is a short kids Christmas service plan and message.

THE LITTLE ANGELS WITH THE X FACTOR HYMN: 83 COME AND JOIN THE CELEBRATION. PRAYER: LORD GOD, HEAVENLY KING PLEASE BE AMONGST US TODAY, BY YOUR SPIRIT. WE RAISE OUR VOICES AND JOIN WITH THE ANGELS IN HEAVEN TO SING YOUR PRAISE AMEN. SHARED READING: (P.P). PSALM 103: READ TOGETHER: PASTOR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Growing In Our Love For Others? Series

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

One of a series on Christian growth, this sermon focuses on our need to grow in love.

Are We Growing in Our Love for Others? — 1 John 4:7-12 I. Am I willing to enter into the lives of others? A. Without hesitation, the Son came into the world --- leaving heaven behind. 1. He came bringing the gift of life. 2. He came bringing hope. 3. He came because of love. B. People ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Table Talk

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008

What does the communiion Table say to us just by the symbols?

Table Talk Luke 22:7-20 Communion is a very special day in the life of the church. Today we observe one of the most beautiful events of the church calendar… The Lord’s Supper. Gourdvine celebrates communion once a quarter. Other churches do it more often and some, less often. It is a service ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-20

Denomination: Baptist