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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
This sermon looks at the power of the resurrection on Easter morning and beyond
The Power of the Resurrection Matthew 28:1-10 and Philippians 3:10 On Feb. 27, 1991, at the height of Desert Storm, Ruth Dillow received a message from the Pentagon. Her son, Clayton Carpenter, Private 1st Class, had stepped on a mine in Kuwait and was killed. She wrote, "I can’t begin to ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10
Denomination: Methodist
The parable of the mustard seed and the parable of the yeast point us to a truth that's uncomfortable at first: the Kingdom might not look that impressive the first time you look at it.
UNIMPRESSIVE: Jesus acknowledges that many will initially see the Kingdom as insignificantly small. - Luke 13:18-21. - Matthew 13:31-33; Mark 4:30-32. - I guess you could say that sometimes we hype up Jesus and His Kingdom too much. - “Who wouldn’t want this?” - “It’s so obviously true and ...read more
Scripture: Luke 13:18-21
Denomination: Baptist
This sermon explores the life of Elisha, emphasizing the importance of courage, obedience, and servanthood in living a life that glorifies God.
Good morning, dear friends. I trust you've been washed in the grace of our Lord this week and are ready to gather around the table of His Word. We're here to unwrap the gift of God's message to us, to let it nourish our souls and fortify our spirits. There's a unique warmth that comes from sharing ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:12
Topics: Elisha, Life, Ministry
The 7th in a series going through all Christ endured leading up to the Cross. The series ends Easter Sunday with the Glorious Resurrection
Last week we talked about the fact that Jesus was bound. They tied Him up to keep Him from retaliating. The crowd was afraid of Jesus. That is proven more and more as one reads about the events leading up to the crucifixion. Here Jesus is before Pilate. Pilate has questioned Jesus. He has ...read more
Scripture: John 19:15
Every advancement in the way people live has come about because someone saw what could be and was no longer willing to accept what is!
NEVER GIVE UP SEEKING THE BREAKTHROUGH Pastor Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church 20:04:2004 Every advancement in the way people live has come about because someone saw what could be and was no longer willing to accept what is! All Inventions All breakthroughs in science All social change Came ...read more
Scripture: Acts 11:23
Denomination: Pentecostal
Many years ago, God revealed to Daniel the world situation and its collapse.
WORLD BETTERMENT OR WORLD BREAKDOWN Daniel 2:3l-45 The United Nations cannot solve the world problems of today. While it appears at times the U.N. is succeeding in its efforts to have world peace it is only temporary. I am grateful to God that so far the U.N. has stopped communist takeover. But I ...read more
Scripture: Daniel 2:31-45
Useing Now Faith to defeat the enemy.
Now Faith is, by Rev A.R. Smith Hebrews 11:1, Now faith is, the substance of things hoped for, the evedence of things not seen. Introduction; We see many people expecting things to happen tomorrow. I hear it every day when I ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-23
This is the 3rd study in the study "God Is On The Job". This study looks at how God’s plan is fulfilled.
GOD’S PLAN Ruth 3:1-18 Do you ever get tired of waiting on God to do something? You know, sometimes it just seems like God needs a little “prodding” or a little help from us. In fact if we have good intentions, it is o.k. to jump in and help God, right? Of course we know the answer to that ...read more
Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18, Jeremiah 29:11-14
Becoming a New Testament, missions minded church.
The Antioch Church Acts 11:19-26 Purpose Statement: To renew our focus on becoming a New Testament missions minded church In many churches these days, the buzz word is “purpose statement”. Churches and church leaders are in many churches trying to put together a statement that reflects what ...read more
Scripture: Acts 11:19-26
Faith vs Supersition. Allow the shadows cast by your dark circumstances to inspire faith in others who are wounded and hurting.
I. WHAT WAS IT ABOUT PETER’S SHADOW? A. Some Commentators Dispute Whether Peter’s Shadow Really Resulted In Healing 1. Some aregue that there is no evidence that anyone was actually healed from it - that people just had an expectation that they might get healed - and so were healed 2. Whether ...read more
Scripture: Acts 5:15
Denomination: Church Of God
No matter the vagaries of life, no matter the turn of events, we have an anchor which holds our soul in life and ensures our stability."The Lord is our Refuge and Strength". Ps. 46:1
For believers, faith is the way of life. “The just shall live by faith” Rom. 1: 7. However whatever has to do with life has to be tested. Man designed and built a flying machine, but he would not entrust it with human life until each component has been tested. No drug is administered to any ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
the creed says that Jesus suffered under Pontius Pilate. Why is this mentioned? What kind of suffering was this?
suffered under Pontius Pilate Q: Why is this phrase included in the creed? I. -demonstrates that the crucifixion of Jesus is a historical event -- Pilate really did live, and really was governor of Judea at the time of Christ, from AD 26-36. -there are references outside of the Bible of ...read more
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
- We Live in a Pressure Cooker World - The world is ready to wrap us around it’s wringer - Paul helps us in this struggle
How To Keep From Getting Wrapped Around The Wringer Acts 18:1-11 - Remember the wringer washer - Guide it Through - Hit the release bar Paul - V.1 “After these things” Laughed out of Athens 17:32 Sought After in Berea 17:13 Chased out of Thesalonica 17:5-10 Asked ...read more
Scripture: Acts 18:1-11
The Bible is no rubber crutch, but offers real and substantial support for living the Christian life.
No Rubber Crutch John 17:14-17 INTRO.: In times of testing, we all need a crutch. A place of last resort. I recommend the Bible. Your test may be health crisis (Cancer), tragic accident. loss of job or business, divorce after many years. Sometimes you really need some help that no man can give. ...read more
Scripture: John 17:14-17
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
More people have suffered from the abuse of alcohol than from all other drug addictions combined. The following are some reasons to flee from any tendency to fall into the temptation of drunkenness.
Do Not Get Drunk With Wine (Or Any Obsession) But Be Filled With the Spirit (Eph. 5:18) Illustration: Years ago, a group of scientists concluded that people once dependent on alcohol could resume drinking without falling back into addiction. Investigative reporters, however, uncovered contrary ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-20
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