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Give To Social Concerns Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 24, 2023

Jesus has declared that he is a good shepherd. A shepherd who gave his life for the salvation of the sheep. He is such a shepherd that he lays his life for the benefit of the sheep. He was not a shepherd who lost his life to the power of the lion who devours the sheep.

Theme: Give to Social Concerns Text: Matthew 25:31-46 1. Jesus the Judge (Matthew 25:31-33) This is the little apocalypse and Olivet discourse, found in three gospels (Matthew 24-25, Mark 13 & Luke 21. The description of the figurative speech of King and Shepherd recalls the role of David who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Methodist

Perseverance Is A Spiritual Weapon

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 18, 2025

Win by persevering to the end.

Perseverance is a Spiritual Weapon Florence May Chadwick was an American swimmer who was the first woman to swim the English Channel in both directions. In 1952, Florence was the first woman to attempt to swim the 26 miles between Catalina Island and the California coastline. As she began, she was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Contend For The Faith - Part 2: Know Your Strategy Series

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

Jude gives us a strategy for dealing with false teachers.

CONTEND FOR THE FAITH Part 2: Know Your Strategy Text: Jude 17 – 25 Introduction: · Read the story of Joe The Story of Joe Joe is a new Christian. Last month, he and his family went to Sunday morning services at First Church. As he listened to the message, Joe became increasingly aware of ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons About Relating

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 5, 2018

Much of life is about relationships. The more lessons we can learn from God’s Word about relationships —whether to others, to our leaders, or to God — the better.

Lessons About Relating (Ecclesiastes 4:9-5:7) 1. Christopher Cone has written a series of articles about the Japanese concept of Kaizen. It is a way of improving that is based upon a model introduced by Americans like W. Edwards Deming and consistent with Biblical principles. 2. He writes: ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Knock On The Door

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 16, 2000

Someone is knocking on your door. Who is it?

THE KNOCK ON THE DOOR Matthew 7:7-8 INTRO.- Knock. Knock. Who’s there? Olive. Olive who? Olive you too. Knock. Knock. Who’s there? Accordian. Accordian who? Accordian to the TV, it’s going to rain tomorrow. Knock. Knock. Who’s there? Radio. Radio Who? Radio not, here I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Anxiety Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 3, 2009

When we fret with anxiety, we’re to focus on the Almighty.

Overcoming Anxiety Matthew 6:25-34 Rev. Brian Bill 5/3/09 Video: Man on the Street We have a lot to worry about, don’t we? I’ve been worried this week about our niece and my mom who have cancer because both of them were hospitalized. This sermon today is for me. If it spills over and helps ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Malachi 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrificial Service Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 16, 2007

The foundation of ministering under the anointing of the Holy Spirit is understanding how to exercise our Spiritual gifts through sacrificial love.

Turn your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 12:31b-13:7 Title: Sacrificial Service Theme: Influential Church Membership Series: Essentials for Church Growth Listen as I read 1 Corinthians 12:31b-13:7, “…And now I will show you the most excellent way. If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Do Not Hold Onto Worry" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 25, 2014

So many of us do not know how to live the abundant life that Jesus promises us. This lesson will give you some tolls to help you live that life of joy, happiness, gentleness and self control.

The Ultimate Decision July 25, 2014 Many of you could relate to the Ironman Race and Life. One of the top things I took away from the race given to me by a pro athlete was this wisdom. “The race is a long and hard day; too long to think ahead. When you are in the water think about the next ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33-34

Genuine Expressions Of Love

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 11, 2002

We all need to give out genuine expressions of love.

GENUINE EXPRESSIONS OF LOVE II Cor. 6:3-13 INTRO.- Genuine expressions of love. ILL.- A man at work decided to show his wife how much he loved her, and before going home, showered, shaved, put on some choice cologne, and bought her a bouquet of flowers. He went to the front door and knocked. His ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sacrificial Worship Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 10, 2012

Mary loved Jesus and was willing to pour herself out for Him. She was willing to pour the most valuable possession she had and poured it out on Jesus. Worship is pouring yourself out. It is laying down your life in honor of One who is greater than you.

Illustration from a sermon by Jeff Strite Timothy Dexter was born in Massachusetts in 1747. At the age of 20 he took his life savings -- a grand total of $9 -- and moved to Newburyport, MA where he met and married a wealthy 31 year old widow. Fancying himself to be a shrewd businessman, he used ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: *other

God Loves....me?

Contributed by Stephen Ring on Apr 9, 2004

The Bible is a love story. And we are the unlikely recipients of that love.

GOD LOVES….ME? GENESIS 22:1-14; HOSEA 11:1-4; 8-9; HOSEA 14:4-7 One of the incredible truths of the word of God is the height and depth and breadth of love that God had for man. The Psalmist writes in amazement of this truth, of all that God has done for man. (Psalm 8:3-8) When I consider your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, Hosea 11:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

An Acceptable Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 23, 2015

If you give out of love for God, you will get what you desire most. You will get God's riches in Christ.

I once missed a great blessing. I was part of a student organization in college, and we were having a clothing drive. Our leader encouraged us to donate an article or two of clothing, but, when he did, he said, “Don’t give away something you won’t miss. Give something you really ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Spiritual Warfare And Real Warfare

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 6, 2015

As long as there is greed and evil in this world, there will be war. War will only cease when we live according to the way God wants us to live, and that will only happen when Christ returns.

Today-Nov. 11, 2014-is a special day in a special year. Today is the day when we pause to remember and give thanks for those who fought in wars past to preserve our freedom and those who still work to protect our freedoms today. This year we also remember three significant events in history: the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Anglican

What Gives Your Life Meaning?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 10, 2019

Are tangibles what give our lives meaning?

Weekend Message/Devotion August 11, 2019 What Gives Your Life Meaning? Luke 12:32-40 Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bear False Witness

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 18, 2013

What does bearing a false witness mean?

There’s a story of two brothers. Both brothers lived wild - sinful - lives. Yet, these two brothers attended the same church every Sunday. They made large donations to various church ministries. In a sense - using their attendance and donations to cover-up the dark side of their ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Baptist