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Give Us A King

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

This passage shares the account of a church that is looking at what the church down the road is doing. The pastor (Samuel) tries to lead this church (Israel) according to God’s will, but the congregation won’t heed his counsel.

As we look at this chapter of 1 Samuel today, there unfolds a scene that can be applied to discussing the goal of churches today. What is the vision of some churches? Do churches think in a Christ-centered manner, or do they think in a worldly manner? What I mean is this: Are churches today ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Materialism

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 24, 2023

Materialism is defined as a tendency to consider material possessions and physical comfort as more important than spiritual values.

Nancy Pearcey, an American author once remarked: “When a person accepts materialism as a life philosophy, its effects do not stay neatly contained within the mental realm. It leads to destructive personal behavior and harmful public consequences.” Luke 12:15 reminds us: And he said to them, “Take ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 6:19-21, Luke 12:33-34

Thank You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

This sermon explores Christ's concern, compassion, and command, urging us to deepen our understanding of His character and follow His example in our lives.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a blessed day, isn't it? A day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We're gathered together in this sacred space, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. A time set aside to seek, to listen, to reflect, and to respond to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Topics: Thankfulness, God's Faithfulness

This Is How We Overcome

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

God tells us in Revelation how we overcome, but it is still up to us to live it out.

“THIS IS HOW WE OVERCOME” Then I heard a loud voice in heaven say: Now have come the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God, and the authority of his Christ. For the accuser of our brothers, who accuses them before our God day and night, has been hurled down. They overcame him by ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:10-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ever Opened And Made New

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 1, 2020

The Holy Spirit of God fills us up with the divine will and sends us into the world that we may be agents of God's life and healing love.

May 31, 2020 Pentecost Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Acts 2:1-21 Ever Opened and Made New Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Pray with me: Breathe on me, Breath of God! Fill me with life anew. That I may love ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Father's Deep Love

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 25, 2024

In this story, Jesus leaves the ending open. There was still time for the self-righteous to repent as well. There is still time for you. Have you drifted far from God?

Opening illustration: Play the video “Daddy’s Love.” Introduction: On this ''Father's Day'' we will take an in-depth look at the genuine love of God, which is depicted in the love of the prodigal's earthly father. The sinfulness of the son was great, but the graciousness of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Luke 15:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Clears The Temple

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 21, 2003

Gentle Jesus meek and mild - who are you kidding!!

St. Mary and St. John’s Cowley 26-03-00 John 2: 13-25: Jesus clears the Temple This morning’s Gospel reading blows a hole in our comfortable view of "Gentle Jesus meek and mild.". He was anything else but meek and mild We see Jesus clearing the moneychangers out of the Temple. We read in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25, Mark 11:11-20

Denomination: Anglican

A Wake Up Call

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 17, 2004

Jesus’ challenge to make His Father’s House a house of prayer

Stody 18-01-04 John 2: 13-25: Jesus clears the Temple The theme of this morning’s service is the challenge of Jesus. And we are looking in particular Jesus’ challenge to make God’s Temple a House of Prayer. 1. Gentle Jesus meek and mild Our reading this morning blows a ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Anglican

Relying On The Holy Spirit To Fulfill Your Call

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 26, 2008

God’s plan is always the best plan. If men and women will allow the Holy Spirit to lead them He will bring perfect direction.

Relying On the Holy Spirit to Fulfill Your Call Text: Acts 20:22-24 22And now, you see, I am going to Jerusalem, bound by the [Holy] Spirit and obligated and compelled by the [convictions of my own] spirit, not knowing what will befall me there- 23Except that the Holy Spirit clearly and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22-24

Denomination: Church Of God

The Kaleidoscope Of The Gospel

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 21, 2012

- Ro. 1:16-17 is a Kaleidoscope giving beauty in its conciseness of the gospel. Formulating the theme of Romans into two verses. It summarize the gospel that he explains in the rest of the book

Kaleidoscope - It was invented 1817 by Sir David Brewster. - Named from two Gk words meaning 'beautiful' and 'form', and added the word scope to show that it was something that you look through. - A tube lined with mirrors set at angles to each other - A continually changing pattern of shapes and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Supreme Decisions

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 2, 2015

The Supreme Court of the US (SCOTUS) just made their decision on the definition of marriage. This forces Christians to make a key choice.

1. I want to show you two documents: SCOTUS' Decision on Gay Marriage (which is a redefining of marriage) and the Bible a. 9 People in a 5-4 decision wrote this Opinion b. About 40 People wrote the Bible c. 9 people, under the pressures of a few in our society wrote this opinion d. About 40 people, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fifth Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 14, 2016

The fifth commandment given by YHWH was to honor parents. The children are heritage to the parents likewise the Parents are property to the Children. No parents means you are not existing. Today what you are is because of your Parents.

Fifth Commandment HONOR Ex 20:12 Introduction: Fifth commandment begins the second table, which lays down our duty towards our neighbors. Of all our duties to our fellow-men, the first and most fundamental is our duty towards our parents. The connection between the first four commandments ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Methodist

Fifth Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 14, 2016

The fifth commandment given by YHWH was to honor parents. The children are heritage to the parents likewise the Parents are property to the Children. No parents means you are not existing. Today what you are is because of your Parents.

Fifth Commandment HONOR Ex 20:12 Introduction: Fifth commandment begins the second table, which lays down our duty towards our neighbors. Of all our duties to our fellow-men, the first and most fundamental is our duty towards our parents. The connection between the first four commandments ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Methodist

Basileia

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Leslie Verghese on Sep 5, 2018

Little Children's Basileia

Little Children’s Basileia What is our Residency and Visa Status? Citizens, Illegal Aliens or Visitors? Matthew 18: 1-4 “At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Then Jesus called a little child to Him, set him in the midst of them, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Of Whom The World Is Not Worthy

Contributed by Michael Milton on Dec 26, 2005

The least likely people, through God’s grace through Jesus Christ, are transformed to become the heroes of the faith.

Of Whom the World Is Not Worthy Joshua 2; Hebrews 11:30-12:2 Dr. Michael Milton, Senior Minister First Presbyterian Church, Chattanooga, Tennessee Many Americans and Presidents have made their way to the center of Arlington Cemetery to a monument that is beloved by all Americans. It is the Tomb ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed