Sermons about Context Of The Text

Words Of Hope Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 22, 2025

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Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

“Words of Hope” 1 Peter 3:13-16 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 3 “13 And who is he who will harm you if you become followers of what is good? 14 But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you are blessed. “And do not be afraid of their threats, nor be troubled.” 15 But sanctify the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-16, Matthew 5:38-42, 1 Peter 2:21-23, Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Methodist

God Remembers Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 4, 2021

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Message introduces study of book of Zechariah focusing on THEME and HISTORICAL CONTEXT. Zechariah's message is highly relevant today. As theme suggests, it is a message of hope for God's people!

Today I want to begin opening the book of Zechariah to you. For all practical purposes, this book and other minor prophets are closed books for most Christians. During our annual reading of the Bible, we read the words, but there is a vast difference between reading words and comprehending the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:21, Matthew 6:24, John 21:3, Ezra 5:1, Nehemiah 12:16, Jeremiah 25:11, Haggai 1:1-5, Ezra 4:1-24, Ezra 3:1-13, Acts 8:30, Hebrews 10:25, Zechariah 1:1-20 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Becoming Full Of Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Brewer on Aug 26, 2007

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Painting a picture of what it looks like to be full of faith (faithful) with the acrostic "CHRISTIAN" based upon the text.

An Incarnational, Missional People “Becoming Full of Faith” 1 John 5:1-21 This past week I heard a pastor describe an experience that I think many pastors have experienced. The pastor had a 90 year old church member who was a godly man, lying in a hospital bed dying. This old saint had lived a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Good Friday Reflections On Mark's Gospel

Contributed by Michael Goodfellow on Feb 26, 2004

based on 46 ratings

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A series of reflections on Texts for Good Friday from Mark’s gospel.

Good Friday Reflections on Mark’s Gospel Reading: Mark 11:1-11 Reflection: “In lowly pomp ride on to die” When we spoke of this incredible entry into Jerusalem Palm Sunday, we spoke of it as a glimpse of something we knew was going to be greater. But today we see the detour through which that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Touch And Remember--An Easter Lesson Outline

Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 30, 2002

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This outline is for the congregation to follow to accompany the full text of the message by the same title.

TOUCH AND REMEMBER The 2002 Easter Lesson Pastor Don Hawks Bethany Church (All Bible readings from The Message Translation unless indicated) Luke 24:1-8: At the crack of dawn on Sunday, the women came to the tomb carrying the burial spices they had prepared. They found the entrance stone rolled ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Protecting Unity Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 5, 2002

based on 44 ratings

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A deductive exposition of selected texts on church unity and how to protect it.

Introduction: I’d like to take a moment to explain the title of this series of messages – “What’s your commitment to God’s church?” 1. In a group this size at least one person is asking, “Whose church is it anyway?” We often talk about this church – this group of people as “our” church. But is it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9, Acts 20:28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Father Series

Contributed by Ralph Bouma on Oct 20, 2000

based on 18 ratings

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The central topic of our text is good gifts. What are good gifts?

SERMON #177 SERMON ON THE MOUNT #74 OUR FATHER'S GIVING OF GOOD GIFTS If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him? MAT 7:11. The central topic of our text is good gifts. What ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11, Hebrews 12:11

Denomination: *other

God's Discipline

Contributed by Bobby O on Dec 5, 2000

based on 76 ratings

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This text bring out some truths about God’s discipline

“God’s Discipline” Isaiah 40:1-3 Introduction: We all can think about times in our life when we went against God’s will. Probably the most memorable part of being out of God’s will is the discipline we encountered as a result of disobeying God. When it comes to being out of God’s will and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Have Yourself A Mary Little Christmas (Outline)

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 3, 2001

based on 57 ratings

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Wrong focus, wrong day, wrong practices. Full text to follow.

Have Yourself A Mary Little Christmas! Luke 10:38-42 I. By forgetting the flurry! A. Jesus just wants to be received. Vs. 38 B. Martha was distracted. Vs 40 C. Martha was irritable and critical. Vs. 40 II. By focusing on first things! A. The things troubling us will pass. Vs. 39, 41 B. Our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, 1 Corinthians 11:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

"Selected, Saved, Sealed"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Jul 28, 2003

based on 77 ratings

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An exposition, with full text and passage outline, on Ephesians 1:3-14.

The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com The Text Outline: I. Believers have been SELECTED (predestined) from all eternity (vv. 3-6). A. We have been chosen: 1. Before the foundation of the world. 2. In Christ. 3. In love. 4. According to the good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14, Romans 9:9-24

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Ungratefulness Of Religious People

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 28, 2002

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In this text, Jesus reveals how prevelant ungratefulness is among religious people.

Introduction: Today many people will be celebrating what is called; "Thanksgiving Day." Parade goers will fill the streets. People will fill their yards with lavish eating and drinking. The smell of barbecue sauce will permeates the air. It is a tragedy that this day like most others have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Your Daily Routine

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on May 21, 2002

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In our text, Christ reveals that to His disciples, there is a different routine to their lives.

"And he said unto them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me." For many, routine is life itself. If the routine is upset in any way, life becomes difficult to handle. For many, their daily routines consist of rising in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Baptist

When Faith Is What You Need Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Mar 26, 2007

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This text is to teach that we should depend on our faith when there is no hope.

WHEN FAITH IS WHAT YOU NEED Acts 9:36-43 My brothers and sisters there are times in our lives that we need to examine the faith that we have. Too often our common reasoning stands in the way of our Christian faith. Not only common reasoning, but we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Living Message Of Hope

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 4, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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The message is clear! God’s love is revealed in this text for all to understand.

John 3:16 The Living Message of Hope There are all type of messages. Some are crystal clear while others are, say, a little muddy or murky. Here are a few of my favorites: Introduction – Answering Machine Message These are actual answering machine answers recorded and verified by the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

How An Individual Can Help To Keep And Develop Unity In A Family, A Church

Contributed by George Barton on Jul 4, 2006

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Uses Scripture texts to expalin the value of unity in a church, a family, and a group.

HOW AN INDIVIDUAL CAN HELP TO KEEP AND DEVELOP UNITY IN A FAMILY, A CHURCH, OR A GROUP A. RECOGNIZE THE PURPOSE & VALUE OF UNITY AND THE HARM OF DISUNITY. (John 17:20 NIV) "My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, (John 17:21 NIV) that ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

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