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Hosanna! Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 12, 2013

To the Jews, Hosanna meant "Help - Save us!" But it morphed in its meaning in a way that gives us all hope. This psalm is jammed full of Messianic references and hope for the future king of the world: Jesus.

In this psalm we see the victory brought about by the Lord for a king of Israel. It is full of Messianic references. As such I think we can also safely look at it in terms of the victory God won for us over sin through His Son Jesus. Let’s begin, though, in Mark 11, which we normally study ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Mar 26, 2009

The beginning of the Lord’s Supper

THE LORD’S SUPPER Mark 14:12-28 Many of us can look back months or even years to that moment in our lives when recognizing ourselves to be guilty sinners in the sight of God; we trusted what Jesus Christ did on the cross of Calvary for us. In that moment we recognized that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Measure Of A Mother

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 31, 2011

Mother's Day

“The Measure of a Mother” 2 Kings 4:8 Two kids went into their parent’s bathroom and noticed the weigh scale in the corner. "Whatever you do," cautioned one youngster to the other, "Don't step on it!" "Why not?" asked the sibling. "Because every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

Discouraged Covid-19 Disciples

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Apr 28, 2020

During this difficult "shelter-in-place" time, we have had hopes, dreams, plans, anticipations but mostly disappoints. During this global pandemic, the most common thing we have in common is DISAPPOINTMENTS. But disappointments do not have to lead to DISCOURAGEMENT.

During this difficult “shelter-in-place” time, perhaps we had hopes, dreams, plans anticipations but surely disappointments. We had hoped to have a Sunrise Service at the cemetery. We had hoped to have a special Easter service at the church. We had hoped to have our family ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-15, Acts 1:4, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Woman

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 13, 2012

A woman of faith who served the Lord.

“A Great Woman” Scripture Reading 2 Kings 4:8 And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. ********** One of the first names ever ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Miserable Son And The Maddened Sibling

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 24, 2022

Was the miserable son wasteful? Why did the father not punish the young son, if he deserved it? Was the maddened son self-centered and resentful?

Verses 11 – 19: Was the miserable son wasteful? The young son’s portion of the property was 33% (Deuteronomy 21:17). By and large, he would have gotten this at his father’s death, although fathers in some cases decided to split their property early and resign from dealing with the estates. What is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Understanding Service- What Does Service To Yahweh Entail (5) Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 11, 2021

Encouragement for the worker in GOD's service

What does service to YAHWEH entail? Service to YAHWEH can be looked at in three areas: The persons involved The service involved The results desired The persons involved YAHWEH As said earlier, it’s all about YAHWEH. As the bible says, “ All things were made through HIM, for HIM and in ...read more

Scripture: John 1:3, Colossians 1:16

Sermon On Wonderment & Adventure

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 26, 2022

Wonderment is defined as a feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar.

Helen Keller, an American author once remarked: “Everything has its wonders, even darkness and silence, and I learn, whatever state I may be in, therein to be content.” Acts 2:22 reminds us: “Men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a man attested to you by God with mighty works and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:48, Acts 14:3, Isaiah 40:31, Luke 1:37

Expectant Faith: Embracing The Miracles In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Jul 11, 2024

We reflect on the deeper truths about our own spiritual journeys and the nature of divine intervention in our lives through the stories of Philip and Andrew.

Expectant Faith: Embracing the Miracles in Our Lives Intro: We reflect on the deeper truths about our own spiritual journeys and the nature of divine intervention in our lives through the stories of Philip and Andrew. Scripture John 6:1-15. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, In the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Other

Peter: The Primary Disciple Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2023

God chooses His leaders by His sovereignty, but leadership emerges as a person grows in faith and develops his gifts to serve God.

A. PETER’S NEW NAME … NEW CHALLENGE … NEW OPPORTUNITY 1. A new name. His original name was Simon (John 1:42), a modification of Simeon “to listen.” Could Peter ever have listened? When Peter was brought by Andrew (constrained to come) to Jesus (John 1:42), Jesus changed his name to Cephas which ...read more

Scripture: John 1:41-42, Mark 1:16-20, Matthew 10:2, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessings Of Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

Explores how true happiness comes from God's blessings of faith, love, and hope, and encourages us to become channels of blessings to others.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space where our hearts and souls meet, to delve into the rich tapestry of God's Word. Today, we are going to look at the blessings that God bestows upon us, how we can become a blessing to others, and the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Romans 4:13-25

Topics: God's Blessing, Blessing The Nations

Why Aren't There More Soul Winners?

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

The real reason we don’t see more soul winners is a lack of concern for broken people.

The world is still mostly unreached & unsaved after more than 2000 years of Christianity. 1.) World population in nearing five billion, most have never heard the gospel. [Amazing – USA] [Six billion 2001] 2.) Another amazing fact: Most believers will never win a soul! (approx. 95% ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Great Woman?

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Aug 30, 2005

Greatness is not measured by who you are, but by your character.

ARE YOU A GREAT WOMAN? MOTHER’S DAY 2003 I didn’t choose Sara Heb 11:11 11 Through faith also Sara herself received strength to conceive seed, and was delivered of a child when she was past age, because she judged him faithful who had promised. She was named among the hero’s of faith. I didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Not To Depart Without Being Desired

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 12, 2007

Will you be missed when you are gone?

How Not To Depart Without Being Desired 2 Chronicles 21:18-20 Acts 20:17-38 Will you be missed when you are gone? The Apostle Paul spent 3 years with these believers in Ephesus, and they were saddened by the fact he was now going to leave them. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Missing Persons Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 30, 2005

Paul was sorely missed when he departed from Ephesus--because of his MANNER of life, his MESSAGE, and his MOTTO. Link included for formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

Missing Persons Acts 20:36-38 Will you be missed when you are gone? We were glad you missed us this past weekend. It makes us feel needed to know it makes a difference when we are absent. The Apostle Paul spent 3 years w/ these believers in Ephesus, and it was very sad for them to see him go. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:36-38

Denomination: Baptist