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The Four Last Things And Responding To Persecution Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 16, 2019

Many today, seeing Western culture disintegrate as it abandons Christian living and teaching, tell us that serious Christians need to flee the cities and establish new Christian communities of virtue.

Tuesday of the 33rd Week in Course 2019 Saints Severinus, Exuperius, & Felician The sources tell us that Marcus Aurelius “was Roman emperor from [AD] 161 to 180 and a Stoic philosopher. He was the last of the rulers known as the Five Good Emperors, and the last emperor of the Pax Romana, an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, Matthew 19:21, Matthew 24:16

Denomination: Catholic

Christmas Story Was In Unimpressive Surroundings - Yet A Spectacular Event

Contributed by Tim Baker on Dec 19, 2017

The birth of Christ was in an unimpressive city, with an unimpressive birthing room, with an unimpressive crib, with unimpressive visitors, for the most impressive event in human history. Why did Jesus start with such humble beginnings?

This message can be heard at https://www.buzzsprout.com/132453/611501-unimpressive-surroundings-spectacular-event Disclaimer. I do frequent Sermon Central and borrow from others works, but often don't remember who. Some parts in here are from the great works of others. This message has been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-11, Philippians 2:6-8, Isaiah 53:2-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pergamos: A Compromising Commitment

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 20, 2020

Pergamos was a prominent city, but there was much idolatry and immorality there. Some of the believers had remained faithful, but others had compromised their stand for the Lord. Jesus admonished them to abide faithful.

Pergamos: A Compromising Commitment Revelation 2: 12-17 Pergamos was a beautifully situated city with an air of royalty about it. It sat on top of a huge mountain, arising ever so steeply and majestically out of a beautiful valley. The city's citizens could see the Mediterranean Sea some ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Churches Series

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 26, 2020

The city of Sardis was built around B.C. 500 and was located on a narrow plateau fifteen hundred feet above sea level, about thirty-five miles southeast of Thyatira.

THE CHURCH OF SARDIS **The city of Sardis was built around B.C. 500 and was located on a narrow plateau fifteen hundred feet above sea level, about thirty-five miles southeast of Thyatira. __Because the city was built in a mountainous region it was a natural citadel. __It was the capital of the ...read more

Denomination: Other

Possess Your Promise Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 20, 2023

Today as I was thanking God for the City Harvest Family all I could see was the hand of God that has brought us thus far. God has blessed us this

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Scripture: Joshua 1:6, Isaiah 43:18, Psalm 81:10, Jeremiah 29:11, Deuteronomy 1:8, Ephesians 1:3, Matthew 10:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In The Land Of Giants

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 3, 2024

Caleb perceived that the City of the Giant was a place of great destiny. He was determined to make it his. David ruled there. We can live in that place of victory if we want to.

LIVING IN THE LAND OF GIANTS Josh. 14:6-15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: New Motivation 1. In a Florida Army training camp there was a grueling obstacle course all the recruits had to daily complete. On the final stretch of the endurance test they had to grab a rope and swing across a broad deep pond. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon 1: From Paul With Love Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 15, 2025

In this introduction to a sermon series on Paul's letter to the Colossians, we explore the city of Colossae, the church of Colossae, the crisis facing the church, and Paul's correspondence with the Colossians.

Introduction: A. Today, we are starting a new sermon series that I am calling “Colossians: Complete in Christ/Worthy in Walk.” B. Let’s start today’s sermon with a riddle: What’s the difference between astrology and astronomy? Answer: About 50 IQ points. 1. You might be wondering why I would ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Negotiating With God

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 13, 2007

We live in perilous & prosperous times. We have every modern convenience and an abundance of leisure time. We live amongst cities like Sodom and Gomorrah. We profit by living in the shadow of their wickedness. Are we just Negotiating with God?

Negotiating with God The title for this mornings message is Negotiating with God. I must admit straight out that I am not a great negotiator. My wife would give me very strict instructions to keep my mouth shut when we went looking for a new car or any other major purchase. Having grown up in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:23-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Persevere For Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 22, 2025

As a Christian, what would you do if Jesus came to your door? What would you do with Him? Hebrews 12 addresses that issue by telling us things we could do honor Jesus if He knocked on our door and asked to come in.

OPEN: Back in the 1960s the Beetles were becoming international sensation. Paul McCartney (who became the lead singer for the group) soon learned the downside of fame, as many people would just “drop by” his home and want to visit with him. Not only was it annoying, but he soon realized that many ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Benefits Of Setting Limits

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 8, 2003

Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend have written a best selling book called Boundaries that helps us learn how to set God directed limitations. People who live without boundaries often lack self-control. Paul wrote to Timothy, "Discipline yourself for t

The Benefits of Setting Limits James 4:2-4 - "You want something but dont’ get it. You kill and covet, but you cannot have what you want. You quarrel and fight. You udo not have, because you do not have because you do not ask God. When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Of Man And Work

Contributed by Alberto Valenzuela on Oct 11, 2006

Truth is that on this life we’ll find our fair share or work. And I’m sure that you dream of that day when the Lord will take away time and work and our only pastime will be to play an air guitar on a cloud, when there’ll be no more work to do anywhere. I

Of Man and Work The story is told of a man in Tampa who was looking for a Job. He applied at several places without any luck. Walking on the streets, he came upon a man and he asked him if he knew of any place where he could find a job. —¿Do you know how to fish?—the man asked him. —¿Fish?—he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Adventist

Heavenly Embassy Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 1, 2011

The Bible says that we're already in the "heavenlies." How can that be? I like living in Indiana, but it's never been my idea of real heaven. I pictured something with a few more clouds and harps. But it's true that I'm now in the heavenlies. Find out why

OPEN: I recently heard the story about a young married couple. The Groom wanted to do something special for his new Bride so he planned something special for her. The plan was – after their reception – he would drive them two hours to a special destination where they would spend a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#46 The Messiah Parade Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 11, 2021

As Jesus drew near to Jerusalem, crowds began to follow Him, news spread to Jerusalem of His coming, tension was in the air. As Jesus entered the city, they threw a Messiah Parade…the prelude to conflict with religious authorities and death.

#46 The Messiah Parade Series: Mark Chuck Sigh July 11, 2021 NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chuckcsligh@gmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Faith

Contributed by Christopher Howitz on Dec 13, 2008

A call to copy the faith of our team-mates in the cross-country relay race of life... looking to God and trusting Him through the mud and the pain... because we have another city and different treasure... a prize that is worth the struggle.

Intro… The title I’ve got for you today is, “What is faith?” Hopefully by the end of what I’ve got to say, we’ll not only know what faith is, but we will be able to live it. And to help us along the road we’re going to have assistance from two old pros who we’re going to meet shortly. Hebrews… The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Keeping You From The Hour Of Trial.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 21, 2021

What is the Key of David? The Key of David is a term found in Revelation and Isaiah. A key indicates control or authority; therefore, having the Key of David would give one control of David’s domain, Jerusalem, the City of David, and the kingdom of Israel.

Keeping You From the Hour Of Trial. Revelation 3:7-13TPT These verses were written to the Christians in the Asian city of Philadelphia in about A.D. 96, John, in the book of Revelation, assured those in Philadelphia that they were, indeed, the heirs to salvation. Revelation3:7TPT Write the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal