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Fishing

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 17, 2005

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday after the Epiphany The call of the first 4 disciples

3rd Sunday after the Epiphany MATTHEW 4:12-23 "Fishing" When Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, he returned to Galilee. 13Leaving Nazareth, he went and lived in Capernaum, which was by the lake in the area of Zebulun and Naphtali&endash; 14to fulfill what was said through the prophet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Love In A Culture Of Violence Series

Contributed by Bishop Talbert Swan on Jun 8, 2013

God's love has the power to reduce violence

INTRODUCTION There is a very well-known principle in western media circles: sex and violence sells. America’s blood-lust is reflected with the surge in ratings and the millions upon millions of dollars made by media outlets that feed images of human suffering to eager viewers, readers, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:44-45

Denomination: *other

The Woman, The Child And The Dragon Part Ii Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 10, 2014

Second in series, identifying the Dragon in the text.

Now a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a garland of twelve stars. Then being with child, she cried out in labor and in pain to give birth. And another sign appeared in heaven: behold, a great, fiery red dragon having seven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:3-4

Denomination: Bible Church

The Nature Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

If the gospel is good news why doesn’t everyone respond with joy? Jesus says he tells parables to filter out those who can't understand.

Do you see what I see? When you look at this picture, I wonder what you see? A young lady in silhouette, or a cartoon man playing the saxophone? There’s only one picture, but people see different things. By the end of Mark 3, the disciples must be wondering the same thing about Jesus. How ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

The Church's Priority Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

For Paul the top priority was spiritual health or godlikeness

THE CHURCH’S PRIORITY I TIMOTHY 6:3-21 Introduction: What is the most important thing in life? According to a 2000 survey conducted by George Barna, 91% of adults listed having good “physical health” as their top priority; 53% identified being deeply committed to Christ as a top priority; and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Love For One

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 3, 2007

Search & Rescue of Scott O’Grady Leads us to remember our rescue by Christ

– Lk 19:10 For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost Lk 15:4-7 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? 5 And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 18:11

Denomination: Baptist

God Watch

Contributed by O. K. Neal on Feb 11, 2010

Message about Transfiguration Sunday

02-22-09 God Watch Mark 9:1-12 Man climbs to top of a mountain Is God really up here? “God, what should I do with my life?” “Feed the hungry, strive for justice, work for peace.” “Oh, I was just testing to see if you are real.” “So was I.” Have you had mountain top experiences? I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Four Wicked Generations

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010

Four times in our text the word “generation” is used to refer to a certain category of people who have certain undesirable attitudes in common. Since sin entered into the world these four classes of people have always existed. They existed 3000 years ago.

Intro: Four times in our text the word “generation” is used to refer to a certain category of people who have certain undesirable attitudes in common. Since sin entered into the world these four classes of people have always existed. They existed 3000 years ago. You be the judge and see if there ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:11-14

Denomination: *other

A Warrior's Song

Contributed by Larry Finley on Aug 7, 2008

A warrior’s strength is dependent upon who stands with him.

A WARRIOR’S SONG PSALM 124 1. Last Week Ps. 123 – Servant’s Song a. Our Traveler continues on to Jerusalem b. True Worship is always opposed b y satan. c. Ever noticed that when you decide to live for God – all hell breaks lose!?! 2. Regardless of historical setting – first vs. a. depicts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Builders

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jan 20, 2007

It’s a biblical mandate that we build. Noah built an ark and altar. Nimrod built a city. Nehemiah built a wall. What are you going to build for God?

HOW TO BUILD AN INSTITUTE: WE ARE BUILDERS PSALMS 127:1 WHETHER YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT . . . CHURCH, BIBLE INSTITUTE . . . FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLES THAT MUST BE UNDERSTOOD. FOREMOST AS LEADERS YOU MUST UNDERSTAND THE BIBLICAL MANDATE THAT HAS BEEN PLACED UPON OUR LIVES TO BUILD. LIKE OUR HEAVENLY ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resurrection Adrenaline

Contributed by Mari Larson on Apr 23, 2014

Easter was a time of Adrenaline for the disciples, but the two walking to Emmaus missed it... until Jesus became known to them.

When I told people about my family’s plans to spend a day at the Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course last month, some nodded, others gave a look of questioning, and a few responded with one word, “WHY?!” Researchers tell us that younger generations are drawn more than ever to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

A Storm At Sea, And A Question Of Jesus' Identity

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 25, 2015

How can Jesus sleep on in calm and peaceful repose when chaos, fear, disorder, panic and confusion are all around? Does He not care?

“WHO IS THIS?” Mark 4:35-41. There is an old joke that asks why the chicken crossed the road? The answer is obvious: to get to the other side. I suppose the same could be said of crossing the sea, crossing to the other side of the world, or crossing to a region such as the territory of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Example Of Paul In The Area Of Evangelism Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 13, 2020

Paul didn't just preach the word, he lived it.

1 Corinthians 4:1-5 It happened in the jungle one day. A lion with a big ego went around asking the other animals who the king of the jungle was. “Who’s the king of jungle?” the lion roared at a monkey. “Why…you are, Mr. Lion,” said the monkey with fear in his voice. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Qualities Of God's Servants

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Dec 6, 2017

What are the qualities that God is looking for in His servants? The angel spoke about 4 qualities that John the Baptist would have. We ought to endeavor to emulate these qualities of John.

QUALITIES OF GOD’S SERVANTS LUKE 1:15-17 Luke 1:5-7 5 In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah; his wife Elizabeth was also a descendant of Aaron. 6 Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, observing all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Mary's Faith

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 9, 2016

Mary did something with her wonderful news. She walked in faith!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever had a mountaintop experience with your faith, something happened and you are on a spiritual high, you are ready to do whatever God wants you to do and you are ready to share the gospel of Jesus with everyone! • Mary MOST definitely had a mountaintop ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ