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Seven Pm, Easter, 29 Ad

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Nov 11, 2000

We can draw from the appearance of Jesus to his disciples in the upper room on Resurrection Sunday four applications of Easter: peace, joy, hope, and mission.

Seven PM, Easter, 29 A.D. Luke 24:33-48 Introduction It was Easter Sunday for the Ibuga Christians of Western Tanzania. In one village, a large crowd had gathered to worship. Many came out of curiosity to hear about a God who conquered death. While they were singing and praising God, they didn't ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:33-48

Denomination: Baptist

She Touched Me

Contributed by Robert Rust on Oct 18, 2000

You will remember last week that Jesus and his disciples had taken off from one shore of Lake Galilee and headed to the opposite side of the lake.

You will remember last week that Jesus and his disciples had taken off from one shore of Lake Galilee and headed to the opposite side of the lake. While they were in the middle of the lake, a storm came up and Jesus calmed the sea. In today's story, we have Jesus and his disciples on the other side ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

An Example To Follow

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Nov 11, 2001

When reflecting on serving Christ with our effort and time, we are called to do so in the way Jesus washed the feet of the disciples. This is our example to follow.

Yes, our focus on making a commitment to serve God with our hands begins with a story about feet. Our Bible story takes place at a time shortly before Jesus would give up his life for us. Jesus and the disciples were making arrangements to celebrate a special holiday meal together called the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

The New Command

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 9, 2004

Looking at the context of Jesus’ new command to the disciples and His qualifying phrase, we come to understand this crucial need for believers today to love one another.

John 13:34-35 34 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. 35 By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." INTRODUCTION We can have many treasures in life – maybe your wedding ring, a diamond necklace, your ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I-Serve Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 11, 2009

The disciples argue again about who would be the greatest, but Jesus chose this meal to teach them a powerful lesson. Do you know what it was?

OPEN: Syndicated columnist Deborah Mathis wrote about the time when she was at Union Station in Washington D. C. on a particularly busy day. The first thing she remembers about that experience was the noisy hubbub of sounds. • The public address announcer calling out arrivals and departures. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rugby, Reality & Religious Rivalry (Mark 9:31-34)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 4, 2007

You get the feeling with Jesus and the disciples that they’re never really on the same wavelength. Indeed, you get the feeling that if the group were there together at a fool...

Yesterday was a great day for this community. Yes, I’m talking about the Newtown-St George Rugby game at Telstra Stadium, where our team, trailing by 2 points with only five minutes to go, ran in two tries to win by ten and get themselves a spot in next week’s Premier League Grand Final. Being ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:31-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Apprentices To Jesus Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Sep 9, 2008

Passion for God, if it is to mean anything at all, must be expressed in action. In Luke 10 we consider how Jesus coached the disciples as a pattern for discipleship today.

31.8.08 MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS – ELIJAH AND ELISHA 2 Kings 2:1-15 – If you want the power you need the passion INTRO Olympics – The one thing that separates the average from the outstanding is passion. Passion is the driving force that makes people strive to be the best. POINT The very same is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Called To Obey

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Mar 16, 2008

As disciples of Jesus Christ we are called to have the same mind as Jesus Christ, which includes obeying our Heavenly father even through difficulties.

Today’s message is based on our reading from Philippians chapter 2, verses 5 to 11. Now to understand this text a little clearer it is helpful to look at the few verses before hand. We see that this text addresses the church, the Body of Christ. It addresses each one of us as members of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Mission: Impossible Series

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Mar 16, 2008

God has given to all believers the Great Commission – to preach the good news and make disciples. Here are 5 keys Jesus gives to effective evangelism.

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE INTRO TO TOPIC: When I mention the word “evangelism”, what do you think of? • Someone standing on the street corner shouting out, “Turn or burn!” • The fear associated with going from house to house knocking on people’s doors? 2008 = a year of new beginnings, and a year of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20

Denomination: *other

The Gift Of Peace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 16, 2007

Before his ascension, Jesus address the disciples and gives them parting words that will enable them to carry out the ministry to which he is calling them

John 14:23-29 “The Gift of Peace” INTRODUCTION During this time between the resurrection of Jesus Christ and his ascension into heaven, the church has used the gospel of John to focus on Jesus’ personal teachings to his disciples. A few Sundays ago we talked about the final exams that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

In Tandem With God: When The Storms Hit Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Aug 11, 2008

As disciples of Jesus Christ we often experience storms in our life, this sermon shows how God is present during those storms helping us.

This week we are continuing our sermon series being tandem with God. As we discussed last week being in tandem, is like being in partnership, cooperating with God. It doesn’t mean it that we are equal with God, but that we work with God. And today we are looking at what it means to be in tandem ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Waiting On God Beyond Expected Time

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Aug 11, 2008

This defines the many miricles Jesus had performedin the latter part of his ministry,nevertheless; the miricle he had performed in this event was to be an impression upon the disciples.

Waiting on God Beyond Expected Time John 11:4 When Jesus heard that, he said, This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby. When Jesus had gotten notice of Lazarus’s sickness he did not hasten to heal him nor come ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blowing Our Doors Off

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010

Here walked a man that the disciples were drooling over. He was righteous, rich, and ready to become a follower of Jesus. But the standards were out of reach for him.

Passage: Matthew 19:16-30 Intro: I saw a campaign sign this week that made me think. 1. “water is our future” 2. if it is, we are in trouble. 3. I like water, but it can only do so much 4. but that kind of statement reveals a classic human characteristic. 5. we look for security ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Power Of Pentecost- Abundance Is Here

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 21, 2011

Jesus intended for His disciples to be comforted, and to become confident at the same time. Pentecost is actually God’s kingdom moving in, and taking control.

The Power of Pentecost- Abundance is Here Text: Acts 2:1-4 Amplified Bible AND WHEN the day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all assembled together in one place, 2When suddenly there came a sound from heaven like the rushing of a violent tempest blast, and it filled the whole house in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

An Electrical Storm

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 15, 2011

When Jesus sent out seventy of His disciples to PREACH and HEAL, they returned EXUBERANTLY to report that even the demons were subject to them in His name.

TITLE: AN ELECTRICAL STORM SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 10:17-18 I promised Rev. Luther Kitchen that I would give him a tag-line for this mornings message. We looked at a portion of this scripture text this past Tuesday evening during our A.M.E.N (men’s ministry). We had a time; brothers, if you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-18

Denomination: Baptist