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Hell

Contributed by Lee Houston on Jun 25, 2021

I am going to talk about what Jesus said of hell, and the wrong beliefs that some have about it. I do this not to frighten anyone but as information that may be useful in some witnessing opportunities.

Hell Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 5:29 Summary: I am going to talk about what Jesus said of hell and the wrong beliefs that some have about it. I do this not to frighten anyone but as information may be useful in some witnessing opportunities. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 5:29

"Godisnowhere"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 27, 2018

Easter morn the disciples and Mary go to the tomb and see things that are different sort of like the words we see in GODISNOWHERE, some see God is now here others see God is no where. This Easter morn God is here he is risen.

GODISNOWHERE John 20:1-18 We view the same things but our perceptions are different like the word Godisnowhere. 1. Note of the things that are seen on resurrection Sunday • Mary saw the tomb and a stone rolled away • Peter and The other ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 12, 2020

6th message in a 7 sermon Easter series. Jesus willingly paid for the consequences of our sin.

Journey to the Resurrection The Crucifixion April 5, 2020 Palm Sunday Morning Service Easter 2020 Series Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus willingly paid for the consequences of our sin. Focus Passage: Matthew 27:33-56 Supplemental Passage: After this, Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-56, John 19:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Mockery, I Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Dec 25, 2012

A king who leaves his own position in glory to take on the sins of his people – that is a king worthy to follow.

Introduction “We are going up to Jerusalem,” [Jesus] said, “and the Son of Man will be betrayed to the chief priests and teachers of the law. They will condemn him to death and will hand him over to the Gentiles, 34 who will mock him and spit on him, flog him and kill him” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Babylons Fall, Cry, Or Celebrate? (Revelation 18:1-19) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 11, 2023

A practical, no-rapture, academically rigorous approach to Revelation. A call to rejoice, and to "come out" from every Babylon.

Last week, in Revelation 17, we read in depth about two main characters: the Beast, and Babylon. We've seen repeatedly that the Beast is a symbol for evil human empires. Satan takes ordinary nations, and makes them extraordinary by giving them his power, and authority, and throne. But as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-19

Jesus Brings Us Joy

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Dec 12, 2004

This sermon was preached on the Third Sunday in Advent and is based on "The Magnificat" in Luke 1:46-55.

Jesus Brings Us Joy --Luke 1:46-55 Music is central in the message of Christmas. I love the carols of Christmas; and, as I have said so often Handel’s Messiah. I love to hear the organ and trumpet resonate during the Christmas season. Christmas began with singing months before the Angel Choir ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Methodist

Thyatira Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 15, 2001

Be on your guard against false teachers

This evening we are going to take a look at the fourth letter in the Book of Revelation to the Seven Churches in Asia, that to the church of Thyatira Read: Revelation 2:18-29 Background A large town Akhisar stands on the site of Thyatira. Thyatira was a city in the Roman province of Asia, which ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Anglican

The King Has Come Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 6, 2009

Who is this strange King?

John 12:12-19 April 5, 2009 The King Has Come Tell the story from Lazarus on – many mourners from Jerusalem at funeral – Many people followed Jesus because of the raising – convergence of crowds at Jerusalem Crowds were excited because of his miracle. Psalm 118 25 LORD, save us! ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: *other

Father's Day - Leading In Matters Of Faith

Contributed by George Rennau on Mar 30, 2003

Will you fulfill your God given responsibility to lead your family in matters of faith?

TITLE: Father’s Day - LEADING IN MATTERS OF FAITH TEXT: Acts 16:15 When she and the members of her household were baptized, she invited us to her home. "If you consider me a believer in the Lord," she said, "come and stay at my house." And she persuaded us. Acts 16:31 They replied, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Wedding Garment Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jul 29, 2003

A personal account of a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace illustrating Jesus’ parable of the Wedding Garment.

My message is a reflection on the combination of a parable (Matt 22:1-14) and a rather special visit to Buckingham Palace which I trust will act as an illustration. When I partially retired I was asked to take on the task of the honorary treasurer of Welfare Service Charity. I found it quite ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Collapse Of End-Time Babylon Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 13, 2024

One of the 7 angels invites John to witness the punishment of the great prostitute who sits on many waters – later identified as “BABYLON THE GREAT THE MOTHER OF PROSTITUTES AND OF THE ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH.”

June 15, 2024 Last time we discussed the 6 Last Plagues and the gathering of the Satanic armies for the final battle. Today we will focus on the collapse of End-Time Babylon. • Plague 7 – the Satanic Trinity is shattered (16:17-21) The seventh angel poured out his bowl into the air, and out ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:17-21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Did You Miss Lazarus?

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 10, 2010

The rich man's life illustrates some traits that can lead us to miss opportunities God sends.

DID YOU MISS LAZARUS? LUKE 16:19-25 INTRODUCTION I once lived beside a retired pastor and his family. His wife worked at the Department of Social Services. There were many poor people in the county, and she was very familiar with many of them since her line of work often took her to their homes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Worth Of A Good Woman - Mother's Day

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on May 7, 2002

The value of a good woman cannot be overstated.

A Woman Worth Finding 1- A woman of keen mind and understanding heart gazed at Whistler’s portrait of his mother. “It is a remarkable painting of a very lovely lady,” murmured the viewer, “but there is too much peace and calm to be the likeness of a real mother.” 2- To be sure, serenity and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

Happy Birthday Jesus

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 21, 2000

The meaning of the candles in an Advent Wreath; Prophecy, Bethlehem, Shepherds, Salvation and the Birth (Incarnation) of Christ

Happy Birthday, Jesus (An Advent Celebration) Luke 2.1-20 December 24, 2000 An Advent Wreath has five candles representing different parts of the Christmas story. They consist of three white candles (Prophecy, Bethlehem and Shepherds), a purple candle (our Salvation), ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The Symbols Of Christmas

Contributed by Carl Finney on Aug 6, 2005

Finding Christ in the everyday symbols of Christmas

With the commercialization of Christmas, it’s easy to lose sight of the real reason for the season. To help us regain our focus we are going on a treasure hunt. We are on an archeological excursion to find a hidden treasure. We are searching for the Christ in the Christian meaning hidden in the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist