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The Son Of David Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 3, 2023

In Matthew 1:1-17, we learn that Matthew calls Jesus "the son of David" because Jesus fulfills God's promise of a future king who establishes God's kingdom on earth.

Introduction Michelangelo was a famous painter and sculptor. His most famous sculpture is “David,” which resides in the city of Florence in Italy. Michelangelo’s David is 17 feet tall. It's entirely possible that Michelangelo never meant for people to be able to look at David’s face head-on. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Son Of Abraham Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 10, 2023

In Matthew 1:1-17, we learn that Matthew calls Jesus "the son Abraham" because Jesus fulfills God's call to Abraham that one of his descendants would bless the whole world.

Introduction When Robert Moffat, the Scottish missionary to South Africa, came back to recruit helpers in his homeland, he was greeted by the fury of a cold British winter. Arriving at the church where he was to speak, he noted that only a small group had braved the elements to hear his appeal. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"the Dogs May Bark, But The Gospel Train Rolls On."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 28, 2024

This message uses the metaphor of a train and wild dogs, representing gainsayers, including institutions and world governments, attempting to stop the train, illustrating God's plan and purposes through the earth.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 33:11) "The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations." (Proverbs 16:3-4) [3] "Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:11, Proverbs 16:3-4, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 14:26-27, 2 Kings 19:32-33, 2 Kings 19:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tamar And Judah's Sin. God's Grace Continued. Genesis 38 Viewer Discretion Advised

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 7, 2024

Why is this account of this record in here? Because GOD’s Grace continues despite man’s failures. The Line of Judah is established through SIN, so that GOD’s GRACE can rescue the sinful. JESUS didn’t come for the righteous, but to call the sinful to repentance.

2024.10.06.Sermon Notes. Genesis 38 Tamar and Judah’s sin. God’s Grace Continued. Viewer Discretion Advised. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. Why is this account of this record in here? Because GOD’s Grace continues despite man’s failures. The Line of Judah is established through SIN, so that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:12-13, Matthew 18:11, Genesis 38:1-30, Deuteronomy 25:5-10, Numbers 32:23, Luke 3:33-34, Matthew 1:1-16, Romans 6:23, Romans 3:23-24, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Ephesians 2:4-7, Romans 8:28, Ephesians 2:7-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing The Giant Of Doubt Series

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on May 25, 2008

This is sermon number three of the series.

“Facing the Giant of Doubt” Text: John 20:24-31 24 But Thomas, one of the twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came. 25 The other disciples therefore said unto him, We have seen the Lord. But he said unto them, Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: *other

Heading In The Right Direction Series

Contributed by Alan Kraft on Jan 8, 2009

The fourth of a series of six messages concerning sexual sin. This sermon focuses on repentance and turning away from sexual sin.

A. If you have your Bible, please turn to Jeremiah 3. We are in the midst of a series of messages entitled Behind Closed Doors: The Truth about Sexual sin. 1. We are spending some time in the early chapters of Jeremiah and are discovering God’s perspective on this incredibly relevant issue of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Regaining Trust Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 28, 2016

In order to regain your integrity after it is lost, let God reveal your sin, rebuke you for it, and then restore you wholly and completely just like He did for Abraham.

Every few years the U.S. Department of Defense publishes a short book called The Encyclopedia of Ethical Failure. The book is filled with case studies of government employees acting badly, and it's used to train new government workers how not to behave on the job. Recently, one case study focused ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Exorcist Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 16, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 9: 14 – 29

Mark 9: 14 – 29 The Exorcist “14 And when He came to the disciples, He saw a great multitude around them, and scribes disputing with them. 15 Immediately, when they saw Him, all the people were greatly amazed, and running to Him, greeted Him. 16 And He asked the scribes, “What are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Seven Types Of Faith

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 12, 2023

Do you have faith like the Centurion who begged the Lord to heal his servant? Or do you have the kind of faith like "Doubting Thomas", who would not believe until he saw for himself? Jesus said, "Blessed are they who have NOT seen, and yet believe"? Is that you?

The first kind of faith mentioned in the Bible is great faith. It's the story of the centurion, who came to Jesus. And he said to Jesus, "Lord, my servant lies at home paralyzed and is suffering terribly". Jesus said, "Well I will go and heal him". And the centurion said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Surely Not I, Lord?”

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on May 7, 2004

“Surely Not I, Lord?” I. It’s a question that comes from troubled hearts II. It gets an answer that calms troubled hearts

April 8, 2004 — Maundy Thursday Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Matthew 26:21-28 “Surely Not I, Lord?” I. It’s a question that comes from troubled hearts II. It gets an answer that calms troubled hearts Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

A Tale Of Three Hearts - 1 Series

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Jun 18, 2017

Part 2 of the Sermon Series, "God of Elisha."

One lesson Israel learned from God is that when they honor God, God honors them. God takes care of them. God works with them and for them. Nevertheless, if they dishonor God, God judges them. God deals with Israel in the context of covenant faithfulness. That is what we learn in this story of two ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:1-14, 1 Kings 12:26, 1 Kings 18:21, Matthew 6:24, Revelation 3:15, Deuteronomy 10:12, 2 Chronicles 17:3, Hebrews 11:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Shepherding God's Flock Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 11, 2018

This is a brief summary of the biblical foundations for an effective shepherding ministry.

Introduction This past spring the elders and deacons of this church held a one-day Officers’ Retreat. For several months prior to that retreat the elders and deacons had been reading and discussing a book by Timothy Z. Witmer titled, The Shepherd Leader. The subtitle of that book really describes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Remember Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 1, 2022

2 Timothy 2:8-13 gives us encouragements when suffering for the gospel.

Introduction Late one night, Emanuel Lighe returned home to find police waiting for him. There was a death in the village, and Lighe’s name topped the suspect list. Cuffed and detained, Lighe was questioned well into the night at the police station. He was refused the right to leave. Hours turned ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Called Back To God Series

Contributed by Steve Hanchett on Jan 15, 2001

In love God calls people back to Himself.

“Called Back to God” Hosea 1:1 Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church January 7, 2001 The word of the Lord that came to Hosea the son of Beeri, in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah and in the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash, king of Israel. After the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Forgetfulness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 23, 2003

This is the 6th sermon in the series "David’s Lamp".

Series: David’s Lamp (Kings Of Judah) #6 FORGETFULNESS 2 Chronicles 25-28 Introduction: 1. My forgetfulness. 2. Watching the last few minutes of a game to see who wins. The Church is relaxing because we know we win. We need revival. Revival is for the saved. 3. How many does it take to have ...read more

Denomination: Baptist