Sermons on Early Chruch:

Not As The Lord Commanded (Leviticus 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 4, 2024

Does apostolic succession guarantee that even the next generation of priests will not disobey God? Let's look at Leviticus 10.

As we read through the early chapters of Leviticus, is it important to note how some did not do as the Lord commanded? Is this a weakness of apostolic succession? Where is the guarantee that even the very next generation of priests will be faithful? Jesus gave over 300 commands. Are we faithful to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Was The Lord Pleased To Crush Jesus?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 16, 2024

God didn’t watch and enjoy the show; God gave everything so that we could participate in that “divine comedy” and experience for ourselves the happy ending.

Twenty Ninth Sunday in Course 2024 Each week our prayer group spends the better part of an hour reading and praying over the Scripture we hear on the next Sunday. That’s a great idea for a prayer group, particularly if there’s a trained leader present. We share what we have learned in class or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45, Hebrews 4:14-16, Psalm 33:4-5, Isaiah 53:10-11

Denomination: Catholic

Let's Not Miss The Opportunity For Victory

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 19, 2023

The roles of obedient faith, steadfast hope and laboring love

Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Course 2023 It’s pretty clear to anyone who observes humans as they go about their days just what is important to most. What is most important to us becomes clearest when we look at what takes up most of our time. If success in one’s career drives his ambition, then more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5, Matthew 22:15-21, Isaiah 45:1, Isaiah 45:4-6

Denomination: Catholic

Wanted Dead Or Alive

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 24, 2023

God wants whether were dead or alive.

1. Paul talks about death and living Romans 6:1-11 “Wanted Dead or Alive” • Paul writes How can we who died to sin go on living in it. • We who are baptized are also baptized into his death • Christ was raised from the dead so we also can walk in newness of life • We are united with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

What Law? And What Good Is It?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 11, 2023

Is the Law of the Old Testament good toward our salvation and sanctification, or not?

Sixth Sunday in Course 2023 Today we have an opportunity to reflect on the longest psalm in Scriptures, which is numbered 119. It’s easy to remember three psalms other than the ever-popular 22, “The Lord is My Shepherd.” Psalm 117, “praise the Lord, all you nations” is the shortest psalm, just two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-37, 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Psalm 119:1-34, 2 Corinthians 3:6, Romans 3:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Godisnowhere

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 16, 2022

Easter Day when Christians should be reminded that God is here with us through the power and presence of the Holy Spirit.

GODISNOWHERE – John 20: 1 - 18 Intro: A story is told of a young mother who was driving with her 3-year-old child to church early on Easter morning. As she drove, she shared the story of Easter with her child. She concluded by saying, “This is the day we celebrate Jesus coming back to life.” ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Holiness Is Power

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 15, 2018

Church not growing? You're not growing? Church and your life is mundane? Check your definition and implementation of holiness.

1 Peter 1:15 But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. 1 Peter 2:5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Peter 2:5, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday Lesson 25 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

Why Palms?

A. WHY PALMS? 1. Why did people wave palm branches? They were considered symbols of peace and victory. “The people went forth and brought . . . palm branches” (Neh. 8:15). “Took branches of palm trees and went forth to meet Him” (Jn. 12:13). “I beheld, and lo a great multitude . . . of all ...read more

Scripture: John 12:13

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Magdalene Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Mary Magdalene

A. INTRODUCTION: MARY MAGDALENE - FAITHFUL FOLLOWER 1. Many named Mary (from Hebrew Miriam), Virgin mother of Jesus, mother of James, mother of Joses, wife of Clopas, and mother of Mark. 2. Mary Magdalene, i.e., Magdala, i.e., “watch tower,” Matt. 15:39 3. Jesus tour. “He took his twelve ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Build Your Self A Hedge

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 14, 2019

You need Jesus to back you up better still to take over.

BUILD YOUR SELF A HEDGE We can and must build a protection around us, our families, our possessions. James 4: 7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

O Gladsome Light Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 13, 2019

The message of Christ is the only one that makes sense for the healing of our world in any age, but it’s not an easy one to hear and obey.

Tuesday of the 15th Week in Course 2019 Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Saint Athenogenes Today is the Memorial of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, which commemorates the appearance of the Mother of Jesus to St. Simon Stock, an early Carmelite leader, and his reception of the Brown Scapular from her hands. So ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:20-24, Exodus 2:1-15

Denomination: Catholic

Intimacy With God: Our Souls' Desperate Need

Contributed by James Awosina on Jul 15, 2019

The route to the experience of the presence of God is earnest desire to seek Him. God will not draw near to us if we have no thirst and hunger for His fellowship.

INTIMACY WITH GOD: OUR SOULS’ DESPERATE NEED Psalms 42:1 “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God” In these days of abysmal disconnect from God, the most fitting inspirational counsel is “Draw nigh to God” James 4:8. Our hearts are prone to wander away ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1

Denomination: Holiness

Raising Champions For God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

For God's kingdom to advance, each generation must be intentional about raising champions who will uphold righteousness and boldly represent Christ.

RAISING CHAMPIONS FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:1-3 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 22:6, Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Psalm 78:5-7, Judges 2:10, Titus 2:6-8 INTRODUCTION: The strength of any generation lies in the quality of people it produces. For God's kingdom to advance, each ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Worth The Effort Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 14, 2020

It takes great effort to build up (edify) believers with the Word of God, both on the part of those who teach and those who learn. But it is worth it.

Worth the Effort (Acts 20:1-12) 1, This week, I watched part of a White Sox baseball game from two weeks agon on youtube. It was nice to be able to fast forward and see the more interesting moments. Which brings on a joke. 2. Have you heard about the first baseball game in the Bible? In the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reasons For The Reliability Of The Bible Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 25, 2025

The Bible is the most widely read and influential book in human history, yet its reliability is often questioned.

The Bible is the most widely read and influential book in human history, yet its reliability is often questioned. However, the Bible's own testimony and historical evidence affirm its trustworthiness. Here are few reasons why the Bible is reliable, supported by biblical proof: 1. Divine ...read more

Scripture: John 10:35, 2 Timothy 3:16-17