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"macedonia Call"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 18, 2019

The sermon explains what Is the Macedonia call, Who receives the call, and how can we respond to the call.

“The Macedonia Call” Acts 16:9-15 1. What is The Macedonia Call • It’s the call to help those in need it a God given vision to GO • It’s what Jesus told us to do, “19Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them inA the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-15

Denomination: Methodist

Where Is The Treasure?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 22, 2018

We can't see the treasure in which our 'hope' lies.

Mid-Week Message/Devotion May 23, 2018 Romans 8:22-27 Where is the Treasure? When times are tough, and we seem to struggle just to survive, having dreams of some kind of windfall are a common aspect of our psyche, aren’t they? Be honest with yourself. Just take a look at American history. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:22-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Regular Reminder

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 2, 2014

The Lord's Supper is a powerful, practical reminder of the Lord, the Mission, and the People of God.

A church had an unusual ritual every Sunday morning. Before the church sang the Doxology, they would stand up, everyone turned to the right facing a blank white wall, and they sang. Every Sunday without fail they did this. A newcomer to the church was confused by this and asked, "Why do you do ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:23-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are We There Yet?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 28, 2021

How far along on our trip to heaven are we?

Are We There Yet? – Mark 12: 28 - 34 Intro: Anyone who has traveled with children can attest to the fact that after about 15 minutes on the road you will hear the first of many questions. “Are we there yet?” On an especially long trip any parent will agree that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, Deuteronomy 6:4-5, Leviticus 19:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Water Gate Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 6, 2021

This is the 7th sermon in the Series "Rebuild The Gates".

Series: Rebuild The Gates [#7] THE WATER GATE Nehemiah 3:26 Introduction: Nehemiah 3:26 The 7th gate is The Water Gate, and it symbolizes the Word of God. The Water Gate was used to bring water into the city. Although there was a spring of water and an aqueduct that brought some water into the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:26

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Bread Of Life?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 14, 2018

The passage we read from the sixth chapter of John’s Gospel has from earliest times been used to explain the orthodox teaching on the Eucharist.

We all know what a eunuch is, and such men were common in the various courts of Biblical times. What was valuable about them to the kings of the Middle East is that they could be trusted–if they were trustworthy at all–even with the kings’ wives and children. There would be no question of bad blood ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, John 6:44-51

Denomination: Catholic

Power Preaching Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Jan 30, 2021

Jesus spoke with authority because he was God. However, we can speak with a certain degree of authority too. Here’s how. (Watch video https://youtu.be/I7Esj4iAEFo)

Scripture Reading: Mark 1:21-28 They went to Capernaum; and when the sabbath came, he entered the synagogue and taught. They were astounded at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. Just then there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Homecoming To The Temple

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 30, 2025

Joseph and Mary brought their newborn Jesus into the Temple for a solemn ceremony.

Homecoming Today’s feast is a commemoration of the wonderful moment when Jesus, the Messiah and Son of God, comes home to the Temple at Jerusalem. Homecoming is a wonderful moment in life. I recall decades ago, flying into our South Texas airport after a one-week training session, and my whole ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Hebrews 2:14-18, Malachi 3:1-4, Psalm 24:7-10

Denomination: Catholic

Do You Love Jesus?

Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 19, 2024

In John 14:15, God commands us to keep His commandments if we love Him.

This statement given by our Lord to his disciples, reads as a command. In other versions, it is translated as a statement of fact. For example: 1. New American standard Bible: “if you love me, you will keep my commandments.” 2. New international version: “if you love me, you will do what I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15, John 14:23, Matthew 4:19, Matthew 23:23

Denomination: Baptist

Abimelech Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

After the death of Gideon, Abimelech craved to inherit his father's position of authority over Israel. But as the son of a concubine, he does not enjoy the privilege to succeed. So, Abimelech used money to hire rough, immoral men as paid goons to help him slaughter his brothers.

Text: Judges 9 Theme: Abimelech Introduction: After the death of Gideon, Abimelech craved to inherit his father's position of authority over Israel. But as the son of a concubine, he does not enjoy the privilege to succeed. So, Abimelech used money to hire rough, immoral men as paid goons to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

When A Teenager Held Back God’s Judgment Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 29, 2022

Josiah stands strong for what's right and, in the course of doing that, holds off God's judgment on a nation.

When a Teenager Held Back God’s Judgment: 1. Sometimes it takes a new generation to move back toward God. - 2 Chronicles 34:1-3. - He’s a young man: eight when he begins to rule and sixteen when he begins seeking the Lord. - It’s easy for us to berate and deride the younger generations, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

9 Nature Of Man – Will – Hindrance Is Selfishness And Self-Centeredness Series

Contributed by Louis Posthauer on Jul 22, 2022

Sin (and iniquity) is the disease all men experience. The symptoms of that disease in the will are summarized as selfishness and self-centeredness.

Sin (and iniquity) is the disease all men experience. The symptoms of that disease in the will are summarized as selfishness and self-centeredness. The will of man is focused from the cradle on me, myself, and I. Everyone outside of that circle is a distant fourth! Some people are naturally ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:2, James 1:14

Good Friday: "the Weight And Worth Of The Cross" Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Apr 18, 2025

Today, we stand at the foot of the cross. The air is heavy. The sky has darkened. The Son of God hangs in agony. This was not an accident or a tragedy. This was a divine transaction. The crushing of Jesus was the plan of the Father, for the salvation of the world.

Holy Week Series 2025 Pt.1 Palm Sunday: “The King Who Chose the Cross” Text: Luke 19:28–44; Isaiah 53:10–12; John 12:23–33 Pt. 2 Part 2 – Good Friday: "The Weight and Worth of the Cross” Text: Isaiah 53:10–12; John 19:28–30; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Psalm 34:8 Part 3 – Resurrection Sunday: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-12, John 19:28-30, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Psalm 34:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our God Is A Consuming Fire

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

Thesis: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Intro.: 1. Illust. Several yrs. ago John Anderson took his family to the Grand Canyon. Enjoyed beauty & majesty. Experience was enhanced when they decided to ride mules down into canyon. He writes: "Given that a slip could have been a 1/4 ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:10-13

The Character Of Compassion

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Mar 5, 2001

A fresh look at the meaning of compassion as displayed in the character of Jesus.

THE CHARACTER OF COMPASSION Matthew 9:35-38 Compassionate people . . . I. Cross forbidden boundaries. A. Compassion drives one outside the conventional boundaries. . . . Routine is the enemy of compassion. . . . Jesus broke the routine . . . stepped outside the normal . . . He wanted to see . . ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ