Sermons on Dual Citizenship:

Trial Of Paul By Sanhedrin Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 11, 2021

The world looks down on the gospel workers, evangelists and servants of Christ as useless and worthless persons to live on the earth. On some occasions, even the believers are ill-treating servants of God.

Acts 22:22-23:11 Paul Tried by Sanhedrin 22:22-29 Citizenship Privileges 22:30-23:11 Trial by Sanhedrin Acts 22:22-29 Citizenship Privileges The world looks down on the gospel workers, evangelists and servants of Christ as useless and worthless persons to live on the earth. On some occasions, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor...

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Nov 2, 2017

Jesus offers rest to His followers--from the troubles of the world, yes, but especially from the burdensome weight (the yoke) of the Law.

One of the highlights of our trip to Germany—beyond all of the historical Luther sites and exhibits—was the opportunity to visit the city of Osnabruck. There’s nothing of particular importance for Lutherans about Osnabruck. We visited purely for my own sake. My branch of the Meyer family came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Making The Right Choices

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 28, 2017

Many people have echoed that same cry, “If only I had known, I would have done things differently than I did.” Our choices have consequences that can affect not only our life but also the lives of those around us.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Philippians 3:17-21; Joshua 24:15; John 10:10 As most of us are well aware there has been a lot of talk during this election season about media bias. And now that the election is over it is obvious that some in the media are upset ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21, John 10:10, Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gospel Of Joy Is A Gospel Of Peace Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 11, 2017

"Peace in society cannot be understood as pacification or the mere absence of violence"

Thursday of Sixth Week in Course Joy of the Gospel We are now in the season which the Extraordinary Form calendar still calls Septuagesima, or the seventy days before Easter. In other words, we need to remember that we are looking toward the beginning of Lent on March 1, and the sacrifices we need ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Kingdom Of Heaven

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 10, 2018

The kingdom of heaven is within us, around us and before us.

THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN Before the colonialists imposed national boundaries in Southeast Asia, the kings of Laos and Vietnam reached an agreement on taxation in the border areas. Those who ate short-grain rice, built their houses on stilts, and decorated them with Indian-style serpents were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Colony Of Heaven

Contributed by John White on Aug 17, 2018

In this passage Paul describes some changes that should mark the life of a believer. He sets the bar of Christian living very high for himself and for all those who profess to follow him as he follows the Lord Jesus Christ.

A Colony Of Heaven Philippians 3:13-21 “Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but [this] one thing [I do], forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Abram & Lot Separate (Genesis 13)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 19, 2024

As Abram left his home, have we left the world, and do we look for a heavenly city? Let's discuss this in Genesis 13.

God does not demand that everyone physically leave their country, but do Christians become spiritual citizens of a heavenly country? Are we therefore in the world but not of the world (John 17:14-15)? Let’s discuss this in Genesis 13. What did Abram do as he left Egypt for the promised ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pay Out To Caesar What Belongs...

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Jul 17, 2010

For July 4th, I wanted to cover the idea of Christian citizenship, but felt impressed that Jesus' admonition to "Render unto Caesar" didn't end with citizenship but expanded into the area of stewardship.

Life, as we all know, is a constant flow of choices. Do I eat something healthy or “reward” myself with something decadent? Do I get something done now that I don’t really want to do so I can enjoy myself later or do I procrastinate so that I can enjoy something now? Do I make ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: *other

What Is The Happiness You Seek? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 4, 2019

What is the Happiness You Seek? Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – February 24, 2019

What is the Happiness You Seek? Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – February 24, 2019 Text: Luke 6:12-26 Intro I’m excited to be together tonight. For those who know my own journey…I first heard of Jesus …about the same time I began to rebel against whatever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Happiness You Seek?

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 4, 2019

What is the Happiness You Seek? Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – February 24, 2019

What is the Happiness You Seek? Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – February 24, 2019 Text: Luke 6:12-26 Intro I’m excited to be together tonight. For those who know my own journey…I first heard of Jesus …about the same time I began to rebel against whatever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Membership Has Its Privileges Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 8, 2014

Church "Membership" and Kingdom of God citizenship has extraordinary and unusual privileges.

“Membership Has Its Privileges” Acts 20:20-28 You might remember “back in the 1990s, American Express had an ad campaign for its credit card. Their slogan was: “Membership has its privileges.” The ad implied that those who were fortunate enough to qualify for this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

By Hook Or By Crook

Contributed by Robert Donato on Apr 19, 2013

Looking at the dual mission of the church & the challenge to get at it!

By Hook or By Crook! John 21:1-19 “Every day is Resurrection Day for a Christian.” Every day we should celebrate the fact of the resurrected Savior. We must be challenged to rise above apathy & mediocrity & to soar to greater heights with our great God. Do we really love Jesus? ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Nazarene

Two Dogs Inside Of Us

Contributed by Gary Christensen on Mar 15, 2016

What's wrong with me? I want to serve God, but, instead, I sin! I want to Live in the Spirit, but, instead, I'm still living in The Power of my Flesh! Maybe it's because i have Two Dogs living inside of me! The story of the two dogs. (Our Two Natures)

Shortly after I first became a Christian, I was told of this story of The Two Dogs, and it made a lot of sense. It helped me to understand why I was, the way that I was, and it helped me to understand what I needed to do, to be better than I had been. Every believer has a Dual Nature. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Portal Power Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 21, 2009

Final Sermon in the series that weaves carols and customs of Christmas traditions around the world throughout the message.

PORTAL POWER Christmas Around The World—Part 4 Today we’re taking the last leg of our Christmas journey around the world. And our last stop is Germany. The Christmas tree is an integral part of German Christmas celebrations. The Christmas tree actually originated in Germany. Cutting and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:51

Denomination: *other

Keeping A Heavenly Focus

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 11, 2013

An attitude that pleases God will: FOCUS ON THINGS ABOVE, SHED THE OLD WAYS, and PUT ON THE NEW WAYS.

Keeping a Heavenly Focus This lesson will help you understand the importance of keeping a clear focus on your ultimate destination, which is heaven. It also will offer practical help along the lines of removing old, ungodly habits and replacing them ...read more

Denomination: Baptist