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An Angel's Rock Solid Chair Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Feb 28, 2018

Why does Matthew mention that the Angel sat on the boulder that was in the front of the tomb of Jesus? This message answers this question to help us understand more about the significance of the work of Jesus.

The message below is more in note form. Message Matthew 28:2 An Angel's Rock Solid Chair Read Matthew 27:62-28:10 2 There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. Lent Series:- Strange and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Blind Man By The Roadside

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 16, 2018

Importunity in the face of adversity.

THE BLIND MAN BY THE ROADSIDE. Mark 10:46-52. Jesus came to Jericho, with His disciples and a great multitude (Mark 10:46). Some of the multitude may have come with the apostolic party from Galilee, but probably the majority had come out of Jericho to meet Him and continued with Him on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is This?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 28, 2021

Are we amazed with the authority of the words of Christ Jesus?

What Is This? Mark 1: 21 - 28 Intro: Out of necessity, I live in a world of words. Every week, I am expected to produce a string of words from other words that I have read in the Bible and other resources. I wonder sometimes, do you really hear the words? For example: A New York columnist set ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hopelessly Happy Series

Contributed by Ed Seay on Jun 16, 2013

A look at the first of the Beatitudes.

“Hopelessly Happy” Matthew 5:3 I. Introduction A. What does it mean to be hopeless? B. Movie 50/50 car scene C. What are some results from hopelessness? II. Why would Jesus say hopeless? A. Greek word is ptochos i) Means “absolutely destitute” B. Israelites knew what it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: United Methodist

The Great Commission: Our Divine Mandate Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023

The Great Commission is not just a task; it's a sacred duty, a privilege, and a calling that each of us, as followers of Christ, is entrusted with.

The Great Commission: Our Divine Mandate Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey through Matthew 28:18-20, where our Lord Jesus Christ left us with a divine mandate known as the Great Commission. This commission is not just a task; it's a sacred duty, a privilege, and a calling that each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sandals Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

Advent, then, becomes a journey of unveiling—a sacred pilgrimage into the depths of our hearts and the heart of our communities.

Advent beckons us into a sacred space of anticipation, where we prepare for the multifaceted coming of the Lord—his sacramental arrival at Christmas, his individual visitation at the end of our lives, and his collective advent at the culmination of time. Yet, what if we were told that the Christ we ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28

Denomination: Other

Call A Spade A Spade

Contributed by George Warner on Jun 4, 2022

Open rebuke is better than secret love (Proverbs 27:5)

The Bible says that Open rebuke is better than secret love. And at 1 Samuel chapters 2 to 4 there is a relevant story about Eli an Israelite priest who appears to have loved his impious sons more than he loved God. It is time for us to call a spade a spade. There is no such thing as a l.g.b.t ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:5

Hopelessness (Job 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 21, 2025

How do we help the hopeless?

Without hope is life purposeless? Do we mourn with the suffering or ignore them? Let’s begin in Job 7. How does Job describe the days of his suffering to his friends? Men have harsh servitude on earth, do they not? His days are like those of a hired laborer, are they not? I’m like a servant who ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Avoiding A Counterfeit Revival”

Contributed by Michael Bell on Sep 6, 2001

In REVIVAL, JESUS DOES NOT JUST “PATCH-UP” YOUR OLD LIFE. HE MAKES ALL THINGS NEW!

I¶ - I brought with me this morning some of my little boy Jack’s jeans...hole in the knee...What do you expect? A pastor’s kid ought to have “holy jeans” should he not? Oddly enough, from what I understand, the more full of holes & rugged looking a pair of jeans are, the “cooler” they’re supposed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:21

Denomination: Baptist

Render Unto Caesar

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 18, 2002

What conclusions can we draw from these enigmatic words of Jesus?

Gunthorpe 20-10-02 Mt. 22:15-22: “Render unto Caesar’s the things that are Caesars and to God the things that are of God” (Mt. 22:21) I would like to look at our Gospel lesson today. On the face of it, it seems a simple story, but there is a lot of skulduggery ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Anglican

Herose To Save Us All

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 11, 2009

From our missionaries to our military, we call them heroes because they go in our place, sacrificing all for a great cause! They know what they have to do. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

HeRose to Save Us All John 15:13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HeRoseToSaveUs.html Our servicemen / women are our friends, laying their lives down for us. They know what they face going in, they know what they have to do. They are heroes to save us all. So did Jesus...and He Rose to save us ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13, John 15:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

I Pledge Allegiance

Contributed by Bill Burress on Feb 25, 2012

We have freedom in America because many fought and died for it. We have freedom in Christ because He died for us.

“I Pledge Allegiance” Since tomorrow we as a nation will celebrate our independence would you please stand and recite the “Pledge of Allegiance” with me? We recite these words because we are free to do so because blood was shed by our forefathers for our freedom, but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Scourge Of The Strong Man

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Apr 3, 2021

There is an entity in the bible known as the strongman. This entity is any powerful negative spiritual system whose assignment is to thwarts the Lord’s plan and purpose for your life in any situation.

THE SCOURGE OF THE STRONG MAN There is an entity in the bible known as the strongman. This entity is any powerful negative spiritual system whose assignment is to thwarts the Lord’s plan and purpose for your life in any situation. Ultimately, we are made to understand via the parable of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:21-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Christian's Response During Covid19 Series

Contributed by Billy Paul on Apr 15, 2020

"When you are called to pray, don't act; And, when you are called to act, don't pray." At a time when our neighbours are groping in the dark, it is time Christians carry their lamp outside. Yes, with a lot of prayer backup too!

It wouldn’t be an understatement to say my recent video message (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXVol_ke76M) has created some stir within the protestant community in India. It was a short and simple message on how Christians across the globe can be a light in a world which is groping in the dark ...read more

Scripture: James 2:26, Ephesians 2:10

Willing Compassion Series

Contributed by John Harvey on May 15, 2008

Jesus was willing to show compassion to those in need.

“Willing Compassion” April 20, 2008 Me: Center for Student Ministries- Melanie and lady in nursing home; students moved to pass out their breakfast for someone else. You: When was the last time that your heart compassion for someone moved you to action? God: Today we are going to look at a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist