Sermons on Envy And Rivalry:

Sermon # 14 - The Way Of The Cross Part 3 - Who Is Jesus To You? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 17, 2025

The people in Jesus’ day had various perception of who He was, but Peter the disciple of Jesus truly understood who Jesus was. The important question we need to ask ourselves is, “Who is Jesus to us personally?” The answer to this is vital both for now and for eternity.

We read in Matthew 16:13, Now after coming into the parts of Caesarea Philippi, Jesus questioned His disciples, saying, "Who do men declare Me, the Son of man, to be?" (AFV) The above was the question that Jesus asked His disciples. Jesus had performed so many miraculous signs and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16, Matthew 2:2-3, John 18:33, John 18:36-37, John 19:10-12, John 19:19, Luke 23:40-43, Acts 2:24, John 11:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Sermon # 36 - The Bondage Breaker Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 26, 2023

Addictions are of various sorts, and if one has to overcome any addiction it is possible only through Jesus Christ. It is possible to live a life free from every bondage, and this sermon will tell you how.

We read in 2 Peter 2:19, “for we are slaves of anything that has conquered us.” (GNB) The above mentioned verse endorses the truth that a person becomes a slave to something, when they are overpowered by it. For instance, a person who is addicted to alcohol, may realize that the habit affects his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:19, Titus 2:3, Titus 3:3, Hebrews 2:15, Romans 6:16, Galatians 4:3, Galatians 4:8, 1 Corinthians 7:23, John 8:32-33, John 8:34, John 8:2, John 8:59, John 8:4-5, John 8:7, John 8:10, John 8:12, Exodus 3:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Five Anti-Growth Attributes To Avoid

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jul 17, 2011

Peter urges us as believers (especially new ones) to be nourished and grow closer to Jesus, and he highlights five anti-growth attributes that will keep us from doing so! Avoid the evil, cling to what is good!

Text: 1 Peter 2:1-3 1 Therefore, laying aside all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, 2 as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, 3 if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is gracious. Opening Prayer Paul wrote about the 'fruit' of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy: Overcoming Sorrow Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 4, 2023

Joy is the normal condition for believers. In the quiet of this moment, identify your source of happiness for a moment. Ask yourself, “What made me happy that is now missing in my life?” What fire have I been warming myself at instead of Jesus?

Happy Father’s Day to all! Dads and granddads, we greatly appreciate you! Good Morning to our Cross Church family meeting at Nance Elementary again this morning. Let me ask you a serious question, “What would like to change about your home?” If you could change one thing about your roommate, what ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-24, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 13 - The Way Of The Cross Part 2 - Standing Around The Cross Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 10, 2025

Around the cross of Jesus were many people and it is interesting to note how each of them responded to the Savior’s cruel death. We must examine ourselves too to make sure that we truly understand and value what the Loving Lord Jesus did for us on our behalf on the cross of Calvary.

We read in John 19:17-18, He went out, carrying his cross, and came to "The Place of the Skull," as it is called. (In Hebrew it is called "Golgotha.") There they crucified him; and they also crucified two other men, one on each side, with Jesus between them. (GNB) That day when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1, Psalm 63:1-2, John 19:23-24, Matthew 5:6, John 19:19-22, Mark 15:29-31, Romans 2:24, Proverbs 10:19, Matthew 27:38, Luke 23:42-43, John 19:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

This Is What Counts In Life Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 22, 2024

God is in control of your life, my friend. All that you have is a gift of God. Your parents, your family, your marriage, your money, and your breath are all gifts from above.

At the conclusion of today’s message, you will be invited to respond to Jesus’ offer of a clean, fresh start. You can respond by going to the Encourager’s Room, a virtual room, or the altar. Today’s Scripture “After this Jesus and his disciples went into the Judean countryside, and he remained ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

1 Peter 1:22-2:8 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jun 22, 2023

Since we've been saved by the enduring word of God, we're now required to live a life that reflects the life of Jesus who is also our chief cornerstone in a spiritual house where we are living stones.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/88Y4oixNriA For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/2JkU0luk7HGtlmpWBlpC70?si=4f3e5b9936ac4a9d 1 Peter 1:22-25 22 Since you have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit in ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13, Galatians 3:16, Isaiah 40:6-8, Matthew 21:42, Psalm 118:22, John 1:11, Matthew 3:17, Matthew 17:5, Romans 12:1, Isaiah 28:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Character Study Of Rachel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025

Rachel’s life was filled with love, struggle, and faith. Though she was Jacob’s beloved wife, she faced many difficulties, including barrenness and competition with her sister. Her story reminds us to trust in God’s timing, avoid jealousy, and remain faithful in the midst of challenges.

CHARACTER STUDY OF RACHEL – FAVOURITE WIFE OF JACOB, MOTHER OF JOSEPH AND BENJAMIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 29:18-20 "And Jacob loved Rachel; and said, I will serve thee seven years for Rachel thy younger daughter. And Laban said, It is better that I give her to thee, than ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:18-20, Genesis 30:1-2, Genesis 31:32-35, Genesis 35:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joseph And His Bitter Brothers

Contributed by Marian Diceanu on Jun 24, 2001

The roots, shoots and fruits of Joseph’s brothers’ biterness

Genesis 37c Joseph and his bitter brothers There are many cases of bitterness and hatred that we can point to but the one that I came across is pretty depressing. It is about a man who died and here is what they read in his will when he died. It says, "Unto my two daughters, Marie and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

United We Stand... Divided We Fall

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Sep 4, 2017

The enemy works to create disunity today. We must guard against this by focusing on living united.

United We Stand | Divided We Fall Lakewood Church of God | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | Sep 3, 2017 Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 - KJV 9. Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. 10. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, James 3:8-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Seven Deadly Sins And The Nine Noble Virtues

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

We see how no virtue is ultimately pleasing to God outside of the Spirit of Christ working in us.

Ecclesiastes 4:1-5:7 Beulah 5 August 2001 Also read: Galatians 5:16-26 A. Intro Topsy turvy, confusing: Should we pursue pleasure? Work? Wisdom? Madness? The Mesopotamian story End of chapter 3, Qoheleth is despairing, putting man on level with beasts, forcing us to accept that, with the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Firm For Freedom

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 9, 2002

Four Actions you need to take to stand firm for your (spiritual) freedom

Stand Firm For Freedom! Galatians 5: 1, 13 – 26 1 For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be subject again to the yoke of slavery. 13 For you were called to freedom, brothers and sisters; only do not use your freedom as an opportunity to indulge your flesh, but through ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Struggling With Sin Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 9, 2009

The 1) Relational Struggle (Galatians 5:20b-21a) and 2) Personal Struggle (Galatians 5:21b) with sin.

A political career marked by unfulfilled promise came to an end Friday as Ontario Conservative Leader John Tory announced his resignation following a devastating by-election defeat Thursday. Although he was able to succeed as CEO of Rogers Cable Inc., managing partner at his family’s law firm, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:20-21

Denomination: Other

Keep In Step Series

Contributed by Dr. Robert Crowder on Feb 21, 2016

The Apostle Paul encourages the readers to "keep walking in the Spirit." This is good advice for today's Christian.

Introduction In last week’s sermon, “Life in the Spirit”, I introduced this passage as Paul’s example of living in the flesh or living in the Spirit. While it may seem like I am doubling up on this text, but I want to focus on the message of the 16th and 25th verses; ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis Chapter Thirty Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 16, 2023

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Thirty. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER THIRTY OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is eight additional sons of Jacob are born (four were born in chapter 29) and Jacob makes an arrangement with Laban. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 30 Jacob begets Dan and Naphtali, of Bilhah: Gad and Asher, of Zilpah. Leah ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:1-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational