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Labeling Jesus Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 1, 2023

In this section, Mark sandwiched an incident with Jesus' family and an incident with the Jewish religious leaders to show the judgments people were making about Jesus. In the end, Jesus can only be one of three possibilities: Lord, liar or lunatic.

A. You’ve heard the old joke: “You can call me anything you want, just don’t call me late for dinner.” 1. Have you ever had someone call you a name that hurt you? We all have, right? 2. Some people call us names to deliberately hurt us, but others sometimes call us names in jest, and yet those ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35, Matthew 12:32, Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Necessity For Godly Fathers-1(2023)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 27, 2023

1 of 3. The prophet Malachi linked the importance of godly fathers to a positive outcome for mankind’s existence. Godly fathers are vital to our existence. But What makes godly fathers so vital? 3 validations that godly fathers are vital for our very existence.

The NECESSITY For GODLY FATHERS-I(2023)—Malachi 4:4(4-6) Attention/Need: Our society lives under the mistaken belief that there is no realistic need for fathers & that a home is just fine without them. Generally, on a secular level, men themselves have ‘bought into the belief that they are ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:4, Malachi 4:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

"stay On The Assignment."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 6, 2022

"Teamwork with other believers can bring people together. Unity and harmony have an unquestionable power, and by working together, we can spread the message of Jesus Christ to a confused, lost, and hurting world looking for answers and a reason to live."

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Proverbs 6:6-8) (6) " Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:" (7) "Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler," (8) "Provideth her meat in the summer, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-11, Proverbs 30:24-25, Proverbs 13:4, Proverbs 20:4, Philippians 3:13-14, Hebrews 12:1-2, Hebrews 11:1-40, Matthew 28:18-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Treasure In Clay Jars

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 16, 2022

This sermon focuses on Paul's words to the Corinthians to remind them (and us) that even in the midst of pain and persecution (i.e, being hard pressed on every side), they carry within them the knowledge of God through Christ that can help them be victorious over any situation.

Good morning. Did anybody get to see the exhibit down at the Heinz Center called The Vatican Splendors? In case you were not able to see it, today is the last day and then it is going to move on. It was a traveling show across the United States that hit four or five cities where they took ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6, John 1:18

Denomination: Christian Church

Strength Through Weakness (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 14, 2024

Message 14 in an expositional series through Paul's "second" letter to the church in the ancient Greek city of Corinth where he defends his apostleship and corrects serious doctrinal errors within this young church.

Some of you may not know this about me, but I am in fact bi-lingual. I am fluent in English and sarcasm. And because that is true, I love the verses in 2 Corinthians 11:16-33, if you want to turn with me there this morning. We have been studying the book of 2 Corinthians together for a few months ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:16-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healthy Bodies Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

Message 2 of 6 exploring the nature and health of the church.

“HEALTHY BODIES Part 2” One of the most expressive analogies to express the nature and function of the church of Jesus Christ is the human body. The scriptures refer often to the followers of Jesus as the “Body of Christ”. My focus into the summer will be to explore the implications of the church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, John 15:12-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Danger Of Seeing God

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 19, 2016

Familiarity with God can result is treating Him with casual disregard leading to judgement.

“Moses and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel went up, and they saw the God of Israel. There was under his feet as it were a pavement of sapphire stone, like the very heaven for clearness. And he did not lay his hand on the chief men of the people of Israel; they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Philemon Commentary; Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 30, 2021

The apostle's final decision was to do nothing without Philemon's consent. Paul made his appeal and made it strong and skillfully. At the same time, he did leave the decision to Philemon.

Tom Lowe 3/28/2021 THE BOOK OF PHILEMON COMMENTARY; PART 2 Note: The New King James Bible is used throughout, except where noted otherwise. 14. But without your consent I wanted to do nothing, that your good deed might not be by compulsion, as it were, but voluntary. But without your consent, ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

Integrating Spirituality In Our Living Space Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 22, 2009

There is a false division of life… even if unclear or unconscious… that can cause us to compartmentalize and confine our spiritual growth. The result is that… • For 166 of the 168 hours in the week we lose our sense of God’s interest and involvement.

Integrating Spirituality in Our Living Space This morning… take up our series on Integrating Spirituality into our Everyday Life. Last week…introduction… Noted there is a false division of life… even if unclear or unconscious… that can cause us to compartmentalize and confine our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Labor Of Love

Contributed by Jason Winters on Sep 4, 2010

Labor day sermon about getting serious about the work the Lord has for us

A Labor of Love And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17(NIV) Ekklesia = the called out ones Communion = common union with Christ and fellow ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fly High - Acts Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 1, 2006

The book of Acts was written to show what God can do with people who are filled with the Holy Spirit and devoted to following and serving the Lord Jesus.

Acts – part 2 “Fly High (cont.)” On the lighter side of life: On Fire! During a recent city wide church meeting, a secretary rushed in shouting, "The building is on fire!" The Methodists gathered in the corner and prayed. The Baptists cried, "Where is the water?" The Quakers quietly praised ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Questions Of Homosexual Desire Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

As the homosexual movement has developed a strong political voice, the response from traditional conservatives has become equally impassioned. A deep animosity has grown between portions of the homosexual community and many who represent a Christian unde

I want to address a topic that is as difficult as any topic we could address today…. that of sexual identity and homosexuality. It’s a subject that has become the most politically and personally polarized as any in our lifetimes. As the homosexual movement has developed a strong political voice, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hidden Talents

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Apr 17, 2013

A sermon on the Parable of the Talents emphasizing the need to make whatever earthly talents you have available to God for Kingdom work.

Good Morning. If you have your Bibles with you and you want to follow along, we will be looking at the Matthew 25:14-30. As a reminder, we are going through our four core values of worship, discipleship, outreach, and community. Today, we are going to swing back around and focus on the value of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian Church

The Christian's Duty In Response To Salvation (1 Peter 1:13-16) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014

Exposition of 1 Peter 1:13-16

The Christian’s Duty in Response to Salvation Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Way Out Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 22, 2014

1) The Assets of Liberty (vv. 1–4), 2) The Abuse of Liberty (vv. 5–10), and 3) The Application of Liberty (vv. 11–13).

One amazing part of first person video is watching amazing daredevil accomplishments. Seeing a cyclist, climber or skier using a go-pro camera in first person detail is exhilarating. However, the blooper reels are full of daredevil's who pushed the envelope one step too far and tumbled. Often their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Other