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The Preaching Jackass

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Mar 10, 2007

Valuable lessons we can learn by looking at the appearance, nature, and attitude of the donkey.

The Preaching Jackass Luke 19:29-38 29 As he approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, saying to them, 30 "Go to the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, which no one has ever ridden. Untie it and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-38

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus Never Changes

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Mar 27, 2008

People change their minds, but Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

This has been a trying week for Jesus. On the first day of the Week there were shouts of excitement as Jesus rode upon the donkey into Jerusalem. The great crowd gathered around Jesus, some spreading their clothing upon the road and others cutting and gathering palm branches and spreading them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-22

Denomination: Christian Church

Palm Sunday 2008

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 28, 2008

Palm sunday is about my discipleship to the Humble King

Palm Sunday 2008 Matthew 21 1As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, 2saying to them, "Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. 3If anyone says ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Cross

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Mar 31, 2008

Good Friday

Good Friday Title- The Cross Text- Romans 5:1-11 Romans 5:1-11 Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom also we have obtained our introduction by faith into this grace in which we stand; and we exult in hope of the glory ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Day

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 9, 2008

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and power of salvation to all mankind. sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ.

Subject: Resurrection of Christ Scripture: 1 Corinthians. 15.1-58 Sermon: The Third Day Scope: This sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ. Summary: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

Simon This Blood Is For You

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 28, 2007

Palm Sunday. The story of Simon, from Simon’s eyes.

Palm Sunday: Simon This Blood’s For You Matthew 21:1-11; Lev. 23:40; Psalm 118:27; Matthew 27:11-66 My name is Simon and I want to tell you a story about a week that changed my life. Have you ever been to a parade where there were lots of people yelling and screaming as the floats came down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why We Call It Good Friday

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Apr 7, 2008

The day we call "Good Friday" was a pretty gruesome day. So how can we call it "Good Friday"? I believe we have four reasons why we can.

Here we are again gathered for what we call a “Good Friday” service. I’ve always thought as a kid and even into young adulthood that it was such an odd name for this day. After all what happened on that day in so many ways wasn’t good, it was a tragedy. There was an innocent man railroaded. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:7-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus' "Firsts" Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 9, 2008

In the third sermon of the John series, Jesus performs his first miracle, connects with his first apostles, and has his first confrontation with the religious leaders in Jerusalem.

John’s Gospel #3 Jesus’ Firsts CHCC: January 20, 2008 John 1-2 INTRODUCTION: Today we’re going to look at Jesus’ Firsts in the Gospel of John. In chapters 1 and 2 John tells about Jesus’ 1st Apostles, his 1st Miracle, and his 1st Confrontation with the Religious Leaders. MY 1st thought was ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nothing But The Blood

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 10, 2008

It’s important to focus on the blood of Jesus, but why? We’re supposed to remember why it was necessary. Why did it have to happen? What did it accomplish? And how do we fit into this picture as individuals, 2,000 years later.

Nothing But the Blood of Jesus TCF Maundy Thursday Sermon March 20, 2008 Luke 22:14-20 (NIV) 14 When the hour came, Jesus and his apostles reclined at the table. 15 And he said to them, "I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer. 16 For I tell you, I will not eat it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will You Wait With Me?

Contributed by Jerry Wood on Apr 22, 2008

A first person account of the final week of Jesus from the entrance into Jerusalem through the crucifixion as told by a follower of Jesus.

(Simon comes out through door at back of sanctuary. Sort of stumbling about as though he has just awakened. Walks to the front and drinks some water then turns and is startled.) Oh My! I’m sorry I didn’t realize anyone had come in. A thousand pardons for my rudeness but I had fallen asleep in ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

What Price Betrayal?

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 1, 2008

Judas’ price was 30 pieces of silver. Do you have a price?

WHAT PRICE BETRAYAL? MATTHEW 26: 14-16 Pastor Eric J. Hanson Palm Sunday 2000 What is this? The ultimate betrayal for the mere price of thirty pieces of silver? There has been another time when the people of Jerusalem valued the prophet Zechariah at 30 pieces of silver, but that was pay for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prepare Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Feb 12, 2008

This is the 1st in a Lenten Series, and deals with ’preparation".

It was said that Martin Luther King never prepared, but always preached based on what the Holy Spirit gave him to say. One day upon walking in to a large Cathedral to preach for a crowd, he asked God what he was to preach on, the answer came "You should have prepared". John Wooden once said ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Hall Of Fame # 11 - The Nethinims Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Feb 14, 2008

"Nethinims" is a strange word. It is not a word we are familiar with today. But it is part of God’s inspired word so it deserves our attention.

INTRODUCTION Who were the Nethinims? They were servants of the Levites. Their work was humble but important. There are some great truths to be learned from the Nethinims. They were: 1. LIBERATED Ezra 7:24 "Also we certify you, that touching any of the priests and Levites, singers, porters, ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:43-54

Your Majesty (Palm Sunday)

Contributed by Troy Richards on Feb 20, 2008

A sermon about how Jesus for one day was recognized for the royalty He is and how we are royal too.

YOUR MAJESTY -> JOHN 12:12-19 [ENTER DRESSED AS KING, PLAY “GOD SAVE THE QUEEN YOUTH FALLS FOR YOU TO STEPON FOR STAGE, ETC.] -good morning everyone and welcome to Palm Sunday. -this is one of those holidays we celebrate every year, people bring palm branches to church, but do we see what it ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Methodist

Palm Sunday - All The Way

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Feb 22, 2008

Everybody that first Palm Sunday misunderstood what was going on. Will we see the real Jesus or go along with the crowd & see Jesus like the latest political hero?

Palm Sunday - All the way John 12: 12 - 19 Obviously when you made your way here today you knew that we would be thinking about Palm Sunday, so it is no surprise that our reading retells the story of that amazing day. I chose to focus though on John’s story because of the text we have today ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Methodist