Sermons on Esau Sells His Birthright:

Don't Fake Faith

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 6, 2023

Jesus says the religious leaders are faking faith, s let not fake faith.

“Don’t Fake Faith” Matthew 23:1-12 1. We have heard this somewhere before haven’t we “Fake News”. In our text today Jesus gets the idea there is some folks who are Faking Faith • In this Gospel of Matthew Jesus denounces the scribes and Pharisees they “tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Different Stages Of Forgivenesss Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023

Thank God for using a difficult/hard experience to conform you into the image of Jesus Christ.

“Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors” (Matthew 6:12). A. FIVE STAGES WHEN WE DENY FORGIVENESS 1. We deny we did it and our consequences are inevitable. 2. We get angry at our problem. 3. We bargain to live beyond our consequences. 4. We become depressed because the consequences ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12, Matthew 5:44, Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Passover Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 9, 2023

The Passing over of the Angel of God over the land of Egypt is known as Passover. While he passes over he would spare the houses of Israelites because of their coverage by the blood.

Exodus 12:1-28 - The Passover Introduction: Exodus 12 and 13 constitute a single literary unit as both describe Jehovah's Passover. These chapters have instructions for the preparation, observations, readiness to leave, and passing on to future generations as an ordinance. The description ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-28

Denomination: Methodist

We Need Ahh Moments

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 9, 2023

There are many ahh moments in this text.

“We Need Ahh Moments” John 4:5-42 1. Jesus knows folks need an Ahh moments That’s why He went to Samaria • Jesus said to the disciples “I must needs go through Samaria” • Jesus seemingly knows our deepest hurts, needs of the hour, He just knows our stuff 2. Water is something we must have for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Methodist

A Biblical Perspective On Home Investors Taking Advantage Of Vulnerable Owners. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 31, 2024

As the real estate market continues to flourish, home investors have become increasingly prominent.

As the real estate market continues to flourish, home investors have become increasingly prominent. While some operate with integrity, others exploit vulnerable homeowners for personal gain. This article examines the biblical perspective on such unjust business practices and the impending judgment ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 3:14-15, Deuteronomy 16:19

The Cure- Build Others Up Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 16, 2023

This is the 145th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 25th sermon from Romans.

Series: Action [#145] THE CURE- BUILD OTHERS UP Romans 14:13-15:13 Introduction: The Drake family has had many challenges recently. We finally have a surgery date for Karen and are praying that all of the cancer will be removed. I have had my new pacemaker for almost a month. Dad had cancer ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Fasting And How To Get Started Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

Christian fasting is a non-required discipline. It alters your diet, eliminates food and/or drink, for a biblical purpose, and accompanied with prayer.

A. CHRISTIAN FASTING IS A NON-REQUIRED DISCIPLINE Jesus said, “When you fast” (Matthew 6:16). Did Jesus mean you must fast, or did He give you an option? “If you fast?” Christian fasting is described: 1. Alters your diet, or 2. Eliminates food and/or drink 3. For a biblical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16, Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Weeds And Seeds

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 20, 2023

God reserves the right to judge between weeds and seeds.

Weeds and Seeds – Matthew 13: 24-30 Intro: Gloria thought of herself as a good Christian mother. One day she allowed her son, Timmy to play in the back yard of their home. Afterall, it was fenced on all sides and nothing could really hurt him. When Gloria went outside to the backyard to take ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beautiful Attitudes Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 2, 2021

Definitely the crowning explanation of the spirit of the law is Jesus’ commentary on the law in the Sermon on the Mount. It’s the climax of our discussion. Let’s examine some key elements.

Definitely the crowning explanation of the spirit of the law is Jesus’ commentary on the law in the Sermon on the Mount. It’s the climax of our discussion. Let’s examine some key elements. Jesus begins His commentary on the law with the beatitudes, sometimes called the beautiful attitudes, which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Discriminate Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2020

This is the 23rd sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#23] DO YOU DISCRIMINATE? Acts 10:23-48 Introduction: We are living in a time of tension- Tension over race, over income, over where you live, over your religious beliefs, etc… Our title asks a question, “Do you discriminate?” The simple answer is yes. Now before you get mad at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48

Denomination: Baptist

Defend The Faith

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Oct 12, 2020

Every genuine believe is a steward of the christian faith. When men of dubious character rise to teach false doctrines, you must speak the truth and defend the faith.

TEXT: Jude 1:3 - 4 (NLT) "Dear friends, I had been eagerly planning to write to you about the salvation we all share. But now I find that I must write about something else, urging you to defend the faith that God has entrusted once for all time to his holy people. I say this because some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1, Romans 6:1-2, Jude 1:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Generous And Grateful Spirits

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 9, 2019

When the Holy Spirit prompts us to give, we should discern that spirit and when we are at peace with the decision, give responsibly.

Thursday of the First Week in Lent 2019 Saint Matilda There are two ways to look at God, and they represent the contrasting approaches of religious men and women to the virtue we call “fear of the Lord.” The first way, which we associate with, interestingly enough, both pagans and Muslims, could ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12, Matthew 10:19, Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Leaders Are Chosen Lesson 38 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 11, 2019

Purity always brings power and progress.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Growth phases. The new church was growing. (Note the church growth term from arithmetic). 120 – praying in the Upper Room (Acts 1:15) 3000 – baptized (Acts 2:14) 5000 – men added (Acts 4:4) More added. “Believers were increasingly added” (Acts 5:14). Multiplied. “. . . the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Eucharistic Fix- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 29, 2018

In the study, one person related not having a fear of death, and another related that death and resurrection are a continual process following the psychic deaths she had while in her addiction.

20B I want to continue with an article I read from a university in Santa Barbara about Catholic Mass and its healing implications for the addicted person. In the study, a psychological sense of alienation and loneliness appears to be a common experience for the addict, because the drug of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Catholic

Don't Look Back

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on Jun 30, 2018

Obedience is an important factor that should be taken serious when walking with God. Partial obedience is as good as disobedience . When God gives an instruction, He wants us to follow it as it is given even when you think it doesn't make sense to you.

AUTHOR: BOLA FOLAKEMI PRAISE TOPIC: DON’T LOOK BACK TEXT: GEN 19:12-17, 23-26. The determination to turn from the character that annoys God is a big sign of spiritual growth. This highlights that you care about how God feels about you. Obedience is an important factor that should be taken ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:12-17, Genesis 19:23-26

Denomination: Pentecostal