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"ten Lords," Ten Commandments

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 29, 2018

Anything that causes us to turn our backs on the two great commandments–love God above all things and our neighbor as ourselves–is sin, and needs the healing power, the forgiving power of Christ.

January 3, 2019 Tenth Day of Christmas According to one interpretation of the overused carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas, this tenth day is the one which adds “ten lords a leaping” to the list of gifts given us by our true love, Jesus Christ, who is the “partridge in a pear tree.” The ten lords, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Catholic

The Song Of Zacharias

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 6, 2013

The old priest opens his mouth for God, and prophesies.

SONG OF ZACHARIAS. Luke 1:65-80. It is probable that Zacharias was elevated above purely personal petitions when he exercised his incense-burning office as priest in the Most Holy Place on the day that the angel Gabriel had appeared to him (Luke 1:9-11). The longings of the faithful remnant in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:65-80

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bridling The Tongue

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013

The same tongue which responds to God’s manifest glories by blessing His holy name also denigrates the poor - the widow, the orphan, and the resident alien - who, like us, are made in His image.

BRIDLING THE TONGUE. James 3:1-12. “If anyone thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this man’s religion is vain” (James 1:26). James 3:1. James begins his elucidation of this text with a warning against seeking pre-eminence amongst the brethren. This ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Not Forget Him!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 18, 2012

NEVER FORGET YOUR GOD!

Do not forget HIM! Deuteronomy 6: 12 “ then beware, lest you forget the LORD who brought you out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage.” The popular pop singer, Usha Uthup was in an elevator in the New York hotel in Manhattan when it stopped moving on the 22nd floor. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith That Sees Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 10, 2014

In the life of Joseph we find that he demonstrated a faith that sees the future.

Faith That Sees Hebrews 11:22 The Acts of Faith: • Vs.4 Abel faith speaketh yet being dead • Enoch possessed a faith that cause him to stride with God • Vs.7 Noah by faith served God • Abraham teaches us that faith is willing to surrender to God • Vs.20 shows us that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:22

Denomination: Baptist

My Year Of Greater Expectations Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jan 2, 2022

There is no need for humanity that God cannot meet.

OASIS WORDBANK - HEAVEN ON EARTH CONGREGATION: Oasis Potterlight Chapel International THEME: My Year Of Greater Expectations TEXT: Ephesians 3:20, KJV: "Now unto him, that can do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us," ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20, 1 Kings 3:5

Denomination: Charismatic

Easter Overcomes Fear

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 22, 2023

Easter helps us overcome fear of death..

Matthew 28:1-10 Easter overcomes Fear 1. Fears is something we all have • Many people have intense fears of spiders snakes infects • Fear of closed spaces. That’s another common fear, called claustrophobia. People with this fear find it unbearable to be inside small spaces such as elevators, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Transformative Power Of God's Love Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 15, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore into the power of God's love in our lives, exploring its depth, width, and height, and discovering how understanding and embracing His love can revolutionize our relationship with Him and with others.

God's love is the foundation of the Christian faith, and it is the most profound and transformative force in the universe. The Bible declares that "God is love" (1 John 4:8), and that His love is the essence of His nature. In this sermon, we will explore into the power of God's ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8, Ephesians 3:18-19

The Deception Of False Prophets Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 15, 2025

In this sermon , we will explore bizarre behaviors of false prophets that we should be aware of.

As believers, we are warned in the Bible to be cautious of false prophets who seek to deceive and lead us astray. In these end times, it is essential to discern the true prophets from the false ones. In this sermon , we will explore bizarre behaviors of false prophets that we should be aware ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, 1 Timothy 4:1-3

For In The Hand Of The Lord There Is A Cup Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

For in the hand of the Lord there is a cup

Psalms 75 For in the hand of the Lord there is a cup I. THE JOY - 1 Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks, unto thee do we give thanks: for that thy name is near thy wondrous works declare. It's Source - Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks, It's Sense - Unto thee, do we give ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Getting Ready For A Pentecostal Experience Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

Following the Instructions of Jesus as they await the dawning of a Christian Pentecost

As we begin this fourth lesson in Acts, we have now moved past Dr. Luke’s introduction and into the beginning of the early church. We have seen the importance of the resurrection in the redemptive history of the church. We have read how Jesus appeared to ver 500 of His followers following ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In A Whatever World

Contributed by Michael Duduit on Mar 3, 2008

We are living in a whatever world -- a culture in which truth has been stripped of its meaning and replaced with personal preference.

You are invited to attend the National Conference on Preaching. To learn more: Visit: http://www.preaching.com/events/ncp/ -------- Then the Jews led Jesus from Caiaphas to the palace of the Roman governor. By now it was early morning, and to avoid ceremonial uncleanness the Jews did not enter ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38

Denomination: Baptist

About Baptism Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Feb 1, 2006

We’re going to address that subject and see that baptism, while it’s not something that makes a person a follower of Christ, is an important tool in identifying a person’s relationship w/Jesus.

Intro: There was a family who lived in rural South Carolina who’d never been to a big city before. They didn’t have a TV and didn’t know much @ anything except for farming. Well, the father decided he wanted to take his family on a special trip. So he bought tickets for them to go to New York ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Experience Ultimate Wholeness Series

Contributed by Stephen Pattison on Mar 22, 2005

The sermon weaves a chapter of Max Lucado’s "He Chose the Nails" with reflections on freedom from sin and more.

“Experience the Passion” Series “Experience Ultimate Wholeness” (The Cross) March 19/20, 2005 ** This sermon weaves a chapter from Lucado’s "He Chose the Nails" with reflections on freedom from the conseguences of sin and ultimate wholeness. (Max Lucado: He Chose the Nails) “What would have ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding "My" Spot

Contributed by Jason Winters on Dec 8, 2007

Finding our nitche in Christ

Finding “My Spot” 1 Corinthians 12:1-12:31 Imagine the Master Carpenter’s tools holding a conference: Brother Hammer presides, but several suggest he leave the meeting because he is too noisy. Brother Hammer replies, “If I have to leave this shop, Brother Screw must go also. You have to turn ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ