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  • Hey, Wait A Minute.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Apr 10, 2021
     | 2,029 views

    Are we to sell all that we have and give all of it to the Church to administrate for everyone one. Or does this passage mean something else?

    Sermon Title: Hey, wait a minute. Scripture Text: Acts 4:32-35 ILLUSTRATION by joke. There's a story of a soapbox preacher in Hyde Park. He declared: "If you had two houses, you would give one to the poor wouldn't you?' 'Yes' said a man in the audience, 'indeed I ...read more

  • Who Is He, And What Is He To You? Series

    Contributed by Delwyn Campbell on Sep 7, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,216 views

    One weakness of Lectionary preaching is actually not a weakness of the lectionary, but of the preaching: When we forget that the passage for today is not an isolated piece of text...

    Who is He, and What is He to You? Rev. Delwyn Campbell / General / Joining Christ on His Mission / Matthew 16:13–20 My Favorite Illustrations A Child’s Only Knowledge of Jesus A Child’s Only Knowledge of Jesus In Vacation Bible School, A teacher asked a little boy who had little church ...read more

  • An Ode To The Messed-Up Church Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 11, 2020
     | 1,802 views

    This passage details the numerous efforts the Paul made to get the Corinthians back on track and the harsh reality that some churches are just a mess.

    - Maybe start with the story of Pastor Mark and church “J.” THE SITUATION FOR THIS MESSED-UP CHURCH: 1. Paul handled his ministry there with integrity. - 2 Corinthians 12:11-12, 17-19. 2. Paul sacrificed for them. - 2 Corinthians 12:13, 14b, 15-16. 3. This was not the first time he’d tried ...read more

  • Building Spiritual Resilience: Strengthening Your Faith

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 6, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,603 views

    In these passages from Jude, we find seven points of inspiration that guide us in building spiritual resilience and strengthening our faith.

    1. "But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith" (Jude 1:20a). Cross-reference: "So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God" (Romans 10:17). The foundation of our spiritual resilience lies in our faith. We must diligently build up our ...read more

  • The Believer's Imperative Reaction To Christ's Imminant Return Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 9, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,403 views

    The 3 Main Points of this message were borrowed from John MacArthur's message of the same passage in Revelation

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org A couple of Wednesdays ago during our Bible study, we came to the concluding verses in our study of the Book of Revelation. Over the last two years, a group of us have committed to a continual examination of this ...read more

  • The Part Of The Bible About Alexander The Great – No, Seriously Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 18, 2019
     | 3,270 views

    This passage includes prophecy that was fulfilled in Alexander the Great's conquests, as well as a much better known prediction concerning a donkey.

    - Context note: this begins a part of Zechariah that is probably written four or five decades after the previous sections. Israel has completed the Temple, but is still vulnerable to foreign powers. TWO AMAZING PROPHECIES IN CHAPTER NINE: 1. Alexander the Great destroys everyone except ...read more

  • What Jesus Said The Holy Spirit’s Job Was Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 23, 2022
     | 1,912 views

    In this passage Jesus teaches us several key truths about what the Holy Spirit will do for us after Jesus leaves.

    - While this is not an exhaustive study of the role of the Holy Spirit, this is a key moment. Jesus will soon be leaving, as He reminds His disciples within the passage. In this larger passage, He has several big subjects He wants to cover with His disciples before He leaves. One of those is who He ...read more

  • The People In The Pews

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022
     | 2,640 views

    Ezekiel is a interesting prophet. We can see from this passage of Scripture that he preached sermons that dealt with people where they lived.

    I am sure that when Ezekiel got through preaching this sermon, there were not many standing at the back door telling him how much they enjoyed the sermon. This is why many will seek for a church where the Word of God is occasionally MENTIONED, but not PREACHED! For example, today it is not ...read more

  • Preaching From Philippians #6

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022
     | 1,667 views

    In this passage of scripture, Paul talks to the Philippian Christians about salvation. That may seem strange because these people said they were Believers.

    A good pastor deals with the subject of salvation for two reasons: (1) He knows it is a possibility that many are deceived about their salvation. The Lord Himself dealt with this deception in Matthew 7:22-23, we read, “Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy ...read more

  • The Connections Of Father, Son, And The Disciples Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 13, 2022
     | 1,806 views

    This passage is flooded with information about the connections between the Father, the Son, and the disciples. What specifically can we learn from it?

    - [Probably best to do on a Wednesday evening – lots of points.] - This passage is dense. Lots going on. It’s deep and complex. - One of the things worth pulling from this passage: there is an almost overwhelming about of information on the connections between Father, Son, and the disciples. - ...read more

  • Maundy Thursday - Full Love Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 14, 2022
     | 2,915 views

    Three lessons we could arrive at from this passage: Greater love of Christ, greater humility of Jesus, and a greater commitment to God.

    Maundy Thursday Theme: Full Extent of Love Text: John 13:1-17 Introduction: Maundy means commandment. Today is Commandment Thursday, Holy Thursday or Sheer Thursday, green Thursday in Germany, because of cleaning the penance of a new beginning (ref: Britannica). The following texts remind the ...read more

  • What Do I Want More Than Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 24, 2022
     | 2,252 views

    This is a passage that clearly indicates what Pilate prized more than anything else. What can we learn from him?

    - Paint a picture of all the conflicting priorities we try to hold onto simultaneously: money, family, relationships, morality, power, religion, etc. THE BIG QUESTION FOR THIS MORNING: What’s the last thing in your hands? - When we think of all those things, there are situations where we have to ...read more

  • Forgive Like Jesus

    Contributed by Kumar Aryal on Nov 27, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,359 views

    We see two main things happening in our passage this morning. Let us look at them one at a time: First,…

    Good Morning Everyone! What a joy it is to worship God, and now to study His word. We are going through 70X7 series during our MGroup Campaign. This is our 4th Sunday and today we will be looking at John 8:1-11. Illustration: In a courtroom trial in South Africa, an elderly black woman ...read more

  • "embracing Our Kin: A Call For Justice In James 2:1-10 "the Call For Equity And Inclusion"

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Sep 7, 2024
     | 559 views

    As we reflect on this passage, it is imperative that we give special attention to the principles of inclusion and justice, particularly through the lens of womanist theology.

    Introduction: The Call for Equity and Inclusion Dearest family, we gather today in the spirit of unity and love, seeking the inspiration of our ancestors as we engage with the sacred text of James 2:1-10. As we reflect on this passage, it is imperative that we give special attention to the ...read more

  • Living Sacrifices—transforming Minds, Transforming Lives Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024
     | 549 views

    This passage not only challenges us personally but also lays a foundation for how we function as the Body of Christ, especially in the end times.

    Living Sacrifices—Transforming Minds, Transforming Lives November 20, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 12:1-8 Tonight, we’re diving into one of the most powerful passages in Scripture, Romans 12:1-8, which calls us to present ourselves as living sacrifices. As we ...read more