Sermons on Context Of The Text:

True Repentance Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 15, 2022

“Come, let us return to the Lord.” (Hosea 6:1) Jesus went to the house of many tax collectors and sinners. The Pharisees saw this and asked why Jesus eats with tax collectors and sinners. In that context Jesus Quotes Hosea 6:6 (found in Matthew 9:13).

The story of the prodigal son gives us a great picture of repentance. The prodigal has messed up big time and ended up in a terrible situation, eating pig slop just to survive. That situation made him turn back to his father. But you don’t have to wind up on skid row to need repentance. A Christian ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1-11, Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

"The Magnificat: The Particulars Of Praise" (Part I) Series

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Dec 18, 2002

An exposition of the Magnificat, highlighting the primacy and particulars of praise.

“The Magnificat: The Particulars of Praise” (Part I) The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com Luke 1:46-55 December 8, 2002 Unless you’ve been lost in an abandoned cave, or marooned on a desert island, you have heard, at least since the end of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-47, Luke 1:48-56

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Judgment Is Coming Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 4, 2010

In the processes of our life, we should be preparing for the Judgment to come.

How to Do Life Judgment Is Coming! James 2:12-13 * Once when Alabama was playing Auburn, Coach Bear Bryant sent in his 2nd string quarterback with instructions to run on every play and he had better not pass the ball. Alabama led by three points and only had to run the clock out to win. Three downs ...read more

Scripture: James 2:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel In The Seven Sayings Of The Cross—pt. 7 (Victory Proclaimed) Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 27, 2013

The power behind the word tetelestai proclaims victory for man. Our sin account is paid in full. All future charges are automatically covered.

1. Introduction a. This morning as we continue our series The Gospel in the Seven Sayings of the Cross we focus on Christ’s fifth statement made from the cross. b. In the statement we will evaluate today, Christ, with three simple words, proclaims the ultimate victory in a life-long struggle ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

The Greatest Physician

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 1, 2006

A balanced understanding of God’s healing power, and the different ways He has used it in the lives of His children thru the ages. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

The Greatest Physician Psalm 103:3 Does God still heal? Is it always God’s will to heal a Christian? Why do Christians get sick? What about the faith healers? These are not simple questions to answer. This is not a simple subject…it’s complicated. It’s impossible to put into one basket all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:3

Denomination: Baptist

Letting God Be God In Death #3 Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003

This is the third in the series of God’s awesome activity in our Death Experiences. It takes a look at the life and legacy of Miriam.

For the past several Sundays, I have been pushing the premise that At Times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Leadership. That stubbornness is manifested in our Opting For Kadesh (Sacrilegious Sanctuary of Satan) rather than Canaan (Sacred ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1, Numbers 12:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Kept In The New Millennium

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Feb 6, 2003

In our Text, we are privileged to overhear David expressing his confidence of BEING KEPT FROM DANGER IN A FUTURE FRAUGHT WITH FEAR, FRACTURES AND FATALITY. He speaks of A TIME OF TROUBLE.

In our Text, we are privileged to overhear David expressing his confidence of BEING KEPT FROM DANGER IN A FUTURE FRAUGHT WITH FEAR, FRACTURES AND FATALITY. He speaks of A TIME OF TROUBLE. A period in which Foundations, Family, Friends, Finances, and even Faith at times, ARE BROKEN IN PIECES ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:5

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus Coming Back Soon?

Contributed by William Mouser on Nov 28, 2005

From the text of the Olivet Discourse in Mark 13, this sermon explains that while we cannot know the precise day and hour of Jesus’ return, it is possible to see the end of the age approaching.

Is Jesus Coming Back Soon? Mark 13:24-37 Mark Chapter 13, along with Matthew Chapter 24, record Christ’s teaching in what is known as the Olivet Discourse. It gets that name because Jesus was at the Mount of Olives, preparing his disciples for his impending passion, and Peter, James, John, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Etudes Sur La Moisson

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Mar 30, 2006

LA MOISSON selon les textes de MAT 9.35-38 LUC 10.1-2. Quelques analyses selon le logiciel d’études de Zondervan.

COMPLEMENTS DETUDES LA MOISSON MAT 9.35-38 LUC 10.1-2 35 l’arrangement est les mêmes que dans Marc 6:6b. Pour l’exégèse, voir sur 4:23. La différence principale est l’omission de n’importe quelle mention de la Galilée, bien que sans aucun doute ce soit la région en vue. Il est possible, car des ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Practice Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Allen James on Sep 5, 2010

Today's passage provides the context for what we know as the Lord’s Prayer. A Google search for the word “prayer” generates approximately 82,400,000 results. Let’s explore what Jesus reveals in Matthew 6 regarding the Practice of Prayer.

The Practice of Prayer • Matthew 6:1, 5-8 • April 24/25 As we cont. in our Behind Closed Doors Series, we come today to the passage which provides the context for what we know as the Lord’s Prayer (series after Mother’s Day). Prayer is an exhaustive topic. There is an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Checkmate...pal!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jun 13, 2012

God’s word exhorts us “not to be unaware of Satan’s schemes” (II Cor 2:11), in order we can be on guard always. This Sermon is all about that and more...in the context of a recently concluded World Championship Chess match, to which an audience can easily

CHECKMATE...PAL!!! Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the DEVIL’S SCHEMES. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11

Denomination: *other

I Love My Church Community Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Feb 17, 2019

This sermon and series is based from the "I Love My Church" series from Outreach Ministries. It has been heavily adapted to fit our context as a rural church. This week is all about breaking down the fences that keep us seperate from each other

I LOVE MY CHURCH WEEK 2- Community Key Passage: Hebrews 10:19-25 Before the Message: Obtain a small section of fencing. Wooden plank fencing would probably work better, but go with chain link if that’s all you can find. If you can’t find fencing, use an image of a wooden fence. Once fencing is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rebuild The Wall - The Story Of Nehemiah

Contributed by Louis Mare on Apr 15, 2024

So, I want to look at Nehemiah and the wall rebuilding. I want to look at a different aspect. I wish to talk about the wall and how it still applies to us today. Let me first give you some context and background for those who do not know the story.

Rebuild the wall – Men's Breakfast April 2024 Well, good morning, men. Some of you are wondering if this was the big announcement. No, it does not come at the end of this message. It is excellent for us at newlife to have over 100 men at our breakfasts. It has been good to see that we men, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pharaoh, Pharaoh Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 16, 2008

It’s Satan’s old, deceptive trickery: Mingling truth with error...meeting us halfway...desiring that we be compromisers! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

Pharaoh, Pharaoh Exodus 8-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Pharaoh.html [to the tune of Louie, Louie] “Pharaoh, pharaoh—oh baby, let my people go!” This was a tune heard at times in my college dorm halls. And sadly, Moses had to rehearse it over and over again because of the hard hearted ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gifts Round 1

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 31, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 12 regarding 4 of the 5 non-miraculous gifts in this text. Saving prophecy for later, and going to deal with the miraculous gifts (tongues, miracles, and healing) in a different sermon.

Text: 1 Cor 12:7-11, Title: Spiritual Gifts Round 1, Date/Place: NRBC, 10.29.11, AM A. Opening illustration: Slowly, the barber’s business began to dwindle. He just couldn’t compete. In a last ditch effort to save his business, he hired a business consultant. The consultant spent a day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Baptist