Sermons on Bethlehem In Judea:

Arrival (Christmas) Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The arrival of Jesus changed the course of human history as He fulfilled God's promises, prophecies, and answered prayers, bringing hope and salvation to a weary world.

Today, we're gonna talk about the arrival of Jesus. You know, Christmas is all about celebrating Jesus' birth, but it's also about remembering that God keeps His promises, fulfills prophecies, and answers our prayers. So, let's dive in and see how this all connects. First, let's look at Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:6-9

Topics: Prophecy Fulfillment, Divine Promise, Prayer Answered, Jesus' Arrival

The Prophet [*] Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 2, 2021

Jesus is the Prophet of whom Moses spoke. His first advent set in motion the fulfilment of God's redemption of sinful man.

“The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your brothers—it is to him you shall listen—just as you desired of the LORD your God at Horeb on the day of the assembly, when you said, ‘Let me not hear again the voice of the LORD my God or see this great fire any ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus’ Baptism & The Eyes Of Faith - Mark 1:7-9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 15, 2023

From the angle of God’s Word Jesus is the spectacular Son of God and magnificent, authoritative Messiah. From the angle of natural, human observation he is a disappointing nobody from nowhere. Failing to see from the biblical angle will result in confusion and doubt.

For audio and video of this message go to https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermoninfo.asp?SID=916172323550 Mark 1:1 The beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 2 It is written in Isaiah the prophet: “I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way”— 3 “a voice of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:7-9

Another Word For Power

Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001

Everyone wants power. But are you willing to get it God’s way?

I. Power A. ‘Hand of the Lord’ 1. Isaiah 59:1, “Behold, the LORD’S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; Nor His ear heavy, That it cannot hear” 2. 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 “Your hand would be with me” 3. Acts 11:21, “And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:7-8, 2 Corinthians 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

To Everything There Is A Season Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 20, 2005

This sermon looks at four seasons in the life of the early Church revealed in the passage.

A Season for… 1. Showing - v. 27-28 - Agabus being a prophet was literally speaking God’s word for the Church. Today we have His perfect revelation that reveals everything necessary for life and Godliness from the beginning to the end of time. There is no longer a need for this type of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Complete Package

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 18, 2003

A brief outline setting forth the completeness that the Christian has in Christ Jesus

A COMPLETE PACKAGE “For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily (in bodily form); and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power (rule and authority).” Colossians 2:9-10. I. THE RIGHT BEGINNING! “Jesus answered and said unto him, ‘Truly, truly, I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Whom Shall I Send?

Contributed by Carl Willis on Sep 22, 2006

This message was shared along with my testimony of my recent trip to India to conduct a series of crusades and chuch leader trainings. It is a challenge to the congregation to be available to God’s purposes in their lives.

Whom Shall I Send? Isaiah 6:8 Isaiah 6:8 (KJV) Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. A Search for the Willing  God is looking for those who will go  Where He sends  According to His ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Part In Missions & Evangelism

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 14, 2012

We must take personable responsibility for spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Your Part in Missions & Evangelism November 11, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Southern Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must take personable responsibility for spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ Focus Passage: Luke 16:19-31 Supplemental Passage: but you will receive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The D List

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on May 1, 2017

Satan uses four primary things to hinder the move of God and they all start with the letter D: D1 = Deception D2 = Distraction D3 = Discouragement D4 = Doubt

D1 - Whenever God is trying to deliver or empower His people the Enemy will use Deception to derail or detain the process that God want you to start and complete. (Acts 1:8) clearly tells us the purpose for Pentecost...To empower the Church to win the world to Jesus Christ. Yet WE (Pentecostals) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Praying For Deliverance From The Hosts Of Wickedness

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. - Matthew 6:13 Christianity is not an individualistic religion but a community of believers. Our Lord Jesus teaches us never to be selfish but to realize we are serving a greater body o ..

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. - Matthew 6:13 Christianity is not an individualistic religion but a community of believers. Our Lord Jesus teaches us never to be selfish but to realize we are serving a greater body of believers and are a part of them constantly. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satan Falls From The Sky

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 3, 2023

Jesus tells the disciples to rejoice only in their filial relationship with the Father, whose power made the miracles and exorcisms happen.

Saturday of the 26th Week in Course 2023 The prophet Baruch is acknowledged in the book of Jeremiah as a kind of protégé of the prophet Jeremiah; in fact, he certainly acted as Jeremiah’s scribe for a time. The book that bears Baruch’s name–his Hebrew name means “blessing”–was probably ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 2:13-17, Deuteronomy 28:15-68

Denomination: Catholic

You Don't Look Like Your Picture!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 18, 2022

The first church was powerful for the cause of Christ. When we match the present churches to that earliest congregation, we are often compelled to confess that we don't look like we are their descendants. It is past time for us to take steps to correct this situation.

“In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is God When Life Crashes In?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 17, 2023

God always works in the life of His people, bringing glory out of our trials. Because He loves us, the pain experienced through our trials will exalt Him.

“As [the mob was] stoning Stephen, he called out, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ And falling to his knees he cried out with a loud voice, ‘Lord, do not hold this sin against them.’ And when he had said this, he fell asleep. “And Saul approved of his execution. “And there arose on that day a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Heaven Came Down

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 24, 2024

Pentecost was a once forever event presaging the work of the Spirit in God's people. The phenomena were displayed once, but the power of the Spirit continues to be revealed through the testimony of God's redeemed people who are empowered to do this holy work.

“When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. And they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

Back To Jerusalem

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jul 21, 2003

Saul returns to Jerusalem and is met with skepticism

Back to Jerusalem Acts 9:23 – 9:35 Jeff Hughes – June 29, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland Introduction Homecomings are generally really great things. I was a foreign exchange student while I was in high school, and I lived a year overseas in Australia. Far away from my family and friends, I was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:23-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational