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Until Then- Wake Up!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 29, 2015

The question is, “Are you a missionary or a mission field?” Acts 1:9NLT After saying this, he was taken up into a cloud while they were watching, and they could no longer see him. Gravity lose its hold on Jesus.

Until Then- Wake Up! Acts 1:9-11, 2:1-8NKJ J. B. Phillips writes in the preface to The Young Church in Action, that one cannot spend several months in close study of this book, “without being profoundly stirred and, to be honest, disturbed. The reader is stirred,” he says, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Harry J. Colegrove on Sep 7, 2012

Lessons learned from the Baptism of Jesus wrapping up with a brief lesson on the Baptism in the Holy Spirit

Gospel of Luke 3:21, 22 We are in a message series on the Gospel of Luke The word “gospel” literally means “good news” So, you could say that this series is about “The good news of Luke” What exactly is this good news? Simply put, it’s the life story of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ascension Of Jesus

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 22, 2019

What Does Jesus' ascension means to me? What is Jesus doing now. How does Jesus' return relate to His ascension?

Over the last few weeks since Easter, we have been looking at the events that transpired after the resurrection of Jesus. We considered the guards guarding the tomb. They were as close to being eyewitnesses to the actual resurrection as anyone. But they were bought off and they spread a lie the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Qualify For The Prize

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 30, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you qualified for the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To remind believers to qualify for the prize IV. TEXT: 1 Corinthians 9:27 (Amplified Bible) But [like a boxer] I buffet my body [handle i

I. EXORDIUM: Are you qualified for the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To remind believers to qualify for the prize IV. TEXT: 1 Corinthians 9:27 (Amplified Bible) But [like a boxer] I buffet my body [handle it roughly, discipline it by hardships] and subdue it, for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

(Section 5) The Perfect Man And Separation - Wars Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 26, 2018

Wars due to lust. War inside. War with God. Uncertain future.

HE PERFECT MAN AND SEPARATION I. WARS A. Result from lusts within 1. A man can become a slave to lusts and pleasures, and, when he does, malice and envy and hatred enter into life. 2. The basic desires are for the same things-- money, power, prestige, worldly possessions, and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Easter - The Reality Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 2, 2020

The reality of the resurrection is the center piece of the Christian faith. It means the last enemy has been defeated, Hell and the grave has been conquered, the Law has been fulfilled, the sacrifices completed and the justice of God has been completely satisfied.

After the week of passion, who would have ever thought that three days later things could change so drastically? The scene at the tomb was the conclusion of an age old conflict. This was the promised fulfillment of God's plan of redemption and restoration. Finally the walls of separation were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Road To Emmaus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 2, 2020

Why did Luke chose this post resurrection appearance to record. After all St Paul tells us that at least 514 men saw the resurrected Christ and this doesn't count the women

The road to Emmaus Story: The legendary British journalist and media personality Malcolm Muggeridge was a Marxist before he found Christ. During the Cold War he travelled to Russia to write a story about the Communist party and the decline of religion in that atheistic regime. After conducting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Anglican

What If The Resurrection Didn’t Happen

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 21, 2024

Did you ever think about the implications if the resurrection of Christ never happened?

WHAT IF THE RESURRECTION DIDN’T HAPPEN 1 CORINTHIANS 15:12–19 BUT IF IT IS PREACHED THAT CHRIST HAS BEEN RAISED FROM THE DEAD, HOW CAN SOME OF YOU SAY THAT THERE IS NO RESURRECTION OF THE DEAD? 13IF THERE IS NO RESURRECTION OF THE DEAD, THEN NOT EVEN CHRIST HAS BEEN RAISED. 14AND IF CHRIST HAS NOT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Holy Spirit Do?

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Jul 16, 2023

Ever wonder exactly what the Holy Spirit does? He has way more tasks than we have ever imagine!

Who is the Holy Spirit? I think back to my days in Sunday School learning about the Trinity. For me, it was easier to understand the Father and Christ, his Son. They were easy to imagine. Afterall, how many pictures from the Renaissance depicted them. Just look at the Sistine Chapple. But ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11, John 14:15-17, Luke 3:21-22, John 14:16-27, Acts 1:8, 1 John 2:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Living Life To The Fullest PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to embrace the fullness of Christ, seeking deeper knowledge of Him, and living a life rooted in His teachings and blessings.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a beautiful day to gather here, in the radiant warmth of God's love and the comforting embrace of our shared faith. As we stand at the precipice of a new week, let's take this moment to pause, to breathe, to be still and know that He is God. We are here today to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-10

Topics: Complete Life, Living Out

The Truth That Sets Hearts Free

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Oct 20, 2000

The truth isn't always easy to swallow, but it will allow us to face a new day.

The love of a God who would seek us even as we are. Eph 2:1-10 So often, it seems, we go to a museum and see the vast works of an artist. The oil on canvas, bronze, marble, clay, and stone. The pen and the pastel, all of these mediums have one thing in common; the human artist (in most cases), ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The God Head

Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006

Our finite minds are not capable to enter fully into that which is infinite.

THE GODHEAD COL. 2:9 A. THE WORD "GODHEAD" OCCURS THREE TIMES IN THE NEW TESTAMENT 1. Paul uses this word in his learned message while standing on Mars’ Hill at the city of Athens: Acts 17:29 2. In his Epistle to the Colossians, he emphasizes the divinity of Christ in these words, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

I Am Crossing Over To The Other Side 1 Of 7! Series

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 3, 2005

A life transforming and a challenge to fruitfullness in the Kingdom of God and life.An eye opener that in Christian walk there are many things that can limit us,things that we regard as normal.These include time,tradition,age and so forth.Break them!

“And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.” mark 4:35 Going beyond natural & common barriers! You are crossing over to the other side of your life. It was good that you have been on this side. You have seen and done all. It’s time ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beware Of The Philosophy Of Colossians

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Nov 30, 2002

A sermon about the philosophy of the church colosians which is still happening today.

Beware of the Philosophy of Colossians Let’s take a look at Colossians · Small City 100 miles east of Ephesus · Once was a strong city, famous for black glossy wool. · By the time of letter decreasing in value due to Ladiosence and Hierapolis neighbouring cities. · Small didn’t have influence on ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Should You Believe In The Trinity?

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 23, 2002

A biblical defense of the Trinity.

Should You Believe In The Trinity? A Biblical Defence Of The Trinity Introduction False teachers have always attacked the central and fundamental doctrines of the faith: the Virgin birth, the bodily resurrection of Christ, the Deity of Christ, and the Trinity. These fundamental Bible truths were, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:7, Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ