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The 12 Stone Memorial Part 6: Issachar & Zebulun Series

Contributed by Rodney Burton on May 23, 2009

In part 6 of this series, we revisit Leah and the birth of her final two sons, Issachar and Zebulun.

-- We once again return to Leah giving birth to two more sons (her 5th and 6th). -- Now that the family has been through a time of trying to make things happen on their own through their maidservants, they get back to producing the final four sons through Leah and Rachel. -- These 2 final sons are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:14-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2009

Sermon for a 19 year old mother and her 20 month old son who were murdered

Domonique Sterling and Robert Claiborne What does one say when we face the brutal murder of two people so young? How are we to find the words to express the devastation in the hearts of Dana and Kevin and their families. Words seem completely inadequate. I know nothing that I can say which will ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Holy Communion: A “humble Pie” Not “black Tie” Event Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2010

How does one prepare for Holy Communion? With a humble faith. The parable of the Prodigal Son will illustrate such a faith.

The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) held the grand opening of its hip new $88 million building in January. Were you invited to this black tie event? Neither was I. Then again I didn’t give a million dollars for the construction of the Gallery nor am I a friend of the mayor. Gallery openings are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Best Comeback Ever

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 25, 2009

When things seemed at there worst God provided His very best through the resurrection of His Son.

Introduction: Most of us are more familiar with the Disney movie than we are the book, but in Rudyard Kipling’s, The Jungle Book Mowgli, the man cub, asks the animals what’s the most feared thing in the jungle. He’s told that when two animals meet on a narrow path that one must step aside and let ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

With Jesus On The Mountain - 1 Of 7 Series

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Feb 1, 2021

"This is my Son ...listen to him!" The heart of faith is Jesus. That is the message this mountaintop experience.

February 18, 1996 AM Matthew 17:1-9 The Transfiguration "This is my Son ...listen to him!" Mountains as Points of Reference One Sunday afternoon, a long time ago, instead of taking the usual Nazarene nap, I took my four sons on a hike up Mount Beacon above the majestic Hudson River in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Importance Of Fasting & Prayer Series

Contributed by Stephen Williams on May 18, 2019

The word shared is to encourage Fasting and Prayers in the presence of our God the Father and His son Jesus Christ.

Fasting increases your faith in God and His son our saviour Jesus Christ. Fasting and prayer lifts you up against a challenging situation where your prayers are answered by our Father in heaven our God Almighty. Fasting must be kept without disclosing it to the people around us to receive honour ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21-23, Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 17:14-21, Luke 18:1-12, Luke 5:35  (view more)  (view less)

Being Church - With The Perfect Team

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on May 22, 2016

On Trinity Sunday we explore what it means to be church, with the perfect team, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

Have you ever considered how important teams, especially successful teams are to life? I am not just talking about sporting teams. Think about it for a moment, most of what happens in life requires groups of people, a team, working together to deliver us a product or a service or achieve ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15, Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Transforming Into The Image Of Jesus: Romans 8:28-30

Contributed by Kevin Haug on May 1, 2017

Paul shows us the end game of God's plan--conforming us into the image and likeness of His Son.

Today, in a very real way, we reach the pinnacle of the book of Romans. Paul reveals the end game–essentially what everything is working toward. He’s taken us through a long journey to get here–a journey that was sometimes difficult to understand; a journey that was sometimes tedious in its ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Lutheran

The Truth In The Vine Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 18, 2018

Pastor John describes how the Father, Son and Holy Spirit interact in our lives and the lives of the church

The Truth of the Vine CCCAG November 18th, 2018 Scripture- John 15 Intro: I'm going to start today by asking a question- How many times have you walked into a completely chaotic situation and wondered- who's in charge around here? In the fire service, we had this same situation happen to us on a ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holy Communion: Contains Msg Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2017

Holy Communion: Contains MSG (Mighty Son of God; Much Saving Grace; More Strength for Good)

It’s not unusual to see signs like this at restaurants: No MSG Added. Sometimes it’s the most prominent sign you’ll see, even bigger than the sign with the name of the restaurant on it! What is this MSG and what’s so bad about it that certain restaurants want you to be certain that they’re not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Joy

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Dec 18, 2016

Christmas Joy is when we are restored to the right relationship with God through His Son Jesus Christ.

Christmas Joy “When the Lord restored his exiles to Jerusalem, it was like a dream! We were filled with laughter, and we sang with joy.” Psalm 126:1-2 Intro: I want to talk to you today about Christmas Joy. We all face difficulties in life. Challenges at work or in school. People that are hard ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Gives Us Peace Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Feb 23, 2015

Jesus' answer to your fears is the presence of the triune God in your life -- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

I always like to go on record as saying, “I don’t believe in luck; I believe in providence.” And, as it turns out, by God’s providence, I have been very lucky in love! I am married to the woman of my dreams, the heart of my heart, and the love of my life. Jan is beautiful ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

My Life And Ministry Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023

I was seen as a normal child, growing in a normal way. There are only a few glimpses that I was the Son of God.

Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. MY BIRTH – LUKE 1:26-38; 2:10-35 1. Mother a virgin. “The angel Gabriel appeared to Mary, a virgin” (Luke 1:27). Conceived supernaturally. “The Holy Spirit will come on you and the power of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:10-35

Denomination: Baptist

Home For Christmas (December 12, 2021)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 10, 2021

God sent us His only begotten Son Jesus to help make heaven our home.

HOME FOR CHRISTMAS Text: Luke 2:1 - 7 Luke 2:1-7  In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered.  (2)  This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria.  (3)  All went to their own towns ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

The Birth Names Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 5, 2025

The birth names of Jesus. “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given."

1. Jesus. “Thou shalt call His name Jesus, for He shall save His people from their sins” (Matt. 1:21). The Greek name Jesus comes from the Hebrew Joshua. “Jehovah Saves.” Links His birth to His purpose to provide salvation. 2. Immanuel. “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist