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Sermon On The Mount Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 20, 2017

And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, (Matthew 5:1-2)

Harmony of the Gospels -AD 28- Near Capernaum Title: Sermon on the Mount Matthew 5:1-7:29, Luke 6:20-49 -Matthew- And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, (Matthew 5:1-2) “And seeing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Jul 24, 2002

When the prodigal returned he was given five very special gifts: they each symbolise what we have in Christ as believers.

THE PRODIGAL SON Luke 15:11-32 And he said, A certain man had two sons: And the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. Jesus was responding to the criticisms of the spiritual leaders of Israel. He had been eating with sinners. He did not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Avoid Fooling Yourself (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Tony Miano on Jan 5, 2001

There are positive steps we can take to keep from fooling ourselves and, instead, develop a genuineness and depth of faith that will not only be lasting, but effective along the way.

How To Avoid Fooling Yourself (Part 1) James 1:19-21 Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church January 7, 2001 Introduction: Last week we looked at some of the reasons why we, at times, are too busy to sit quietly before the Lord and listen for His direction. The distractions in our lives, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

Denomination: *other

The Armor Of God

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 11, 2002

Explains the necessity of preparing for spiritual warfare, with emphasis on defensive armor. Explains some of the ways that Satan tries to make us ineffective and gives help for victory over these assaults.

The Armor of God Last month, I preached about prayer and I issued a challenge for us to wage warfare on Satan’s kingdom in Boston. And it seems that we were all ready to accept that challenge. We have accepted the orders from our master to wage war, but now we need some practical instruction from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When The Son Came Up!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 4, 2002

When the Son came up darkness and death went running for cover.

When the Son came up! Thesis: When the Son came up darkness and death went running for cover. Video Clip of the resurrection of Jesus from the video “Jesus.” Scripture Texts of the Resurrection of Jesus: Matthew 28 1After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20, Mark 16:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Be Deceived! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 3, 2004

Peter warns us in chapter two that we need to make sure that we do not become deceived by the false teachers that are out there claiming to represent God when they don’t even have a clue. He also reminds us to learn the lessons from the past about the con

2 Peter 2 – “Don’t Be Deceived!” Thesis: Peter warns us in chapter two that we need to make sure that we do not become deceived by the false teachers that are out there claiming to represent God when they don’t even have a clue. He also reminds us to learn the lessons from the past about the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prophetic Insight For Today Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

 How often in life we’re reacting to the same things in different ways… different interpretation  Often true with the role of PROPHETIC INSIGHT TODAY. We can have the same different perspective as those pilgrims & warriors.

Story of Misunderstanding In an ancient story called "The Holy Man," a group of pilgrims are traveling across a vast desert to visit the holy shrines and temples of antiquity. After several days’ journey into the desert, they sight a great rolling cloud of dust in the distance moving toward ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sacramental Life In The Spirit Of Christ

Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 17, 2006

Sacraments are signs that God is working in the midst of his people: they point toward the grace of God and proclaim the saving work of Jesus Christ.

SACRAMENTAL LIFE OR LIFE IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST I Corinthians 11:23-26 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is for you; do this in ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Life In The Spirit Of Christ

Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 21, 2006

Jesus promised to continue with his Church: he is really present in Word and SAcrament and in the life of the Church through the indwelling Spirit.

SACRAMENTAL LIFE OR LIFE IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST Matthew 28:18-20 The word sacrament comes into English from a Latin word meaning oath. Christians, in using this word, are saying in this act we acknowledge God is keeping his promise. In the English Church (Anglican) Tradition, there are 7 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Anglican

Roommates, Bad Dates And Great Mates: Marriage Series

Contributed by Nelson Searcy on Nov 2, 2006

We are going to dig in and honestly look at what the Bible says about sex. And there is not a prudish note in the Bible. The Bible is never prudish about this issue, so as we began last week, we looked at three big truths regarding sex.

ROOMMATES, BAD DATES & GREAT MATES Marriage “. . .the two are united into one” Hello, and welcome once again to The Journey. Last week, in 27 inches of snow, we kicked off this brand new series called Roommates, Bad Dates and Great Mates. Many of you showed up. You were able to make it here ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Worry Series

Contributed by John Graves on Jan 27, 2007

An expository sermon on Matthew,some try to allegorize this passage of calming the storm but in doing so they lose most of its true meaning.

The Relevance of the Text. How many of you here this morning would consider your faith as something the Lord Jesus would be pleased with? All too often our faith is not something that pleases the Lord. Every one of us here today could probably give a time in our lives when we were in a place ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting Christ Through Economic Chaos

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Nov 4, 2008

An exhortation to trust Christ through times of economic instability and financial worries

Trusting Christ through Economic Chaos M-1101 / 21 September, 2008 Dr. Russell K. Tardo The message today is entitled, Trusting Christ in Times of Economic Chaos. It’s just a simple exhortation on trusting Christ even in times of economic confusion and turbulence. I think no one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hidden In Plain Sight

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 21, 2007

God has promised that He will reveal His secret counsel to those who seek Him and obey His word. This studies explains how we find the hidden manna that Jesus promised to give those who overcome.

Hidden in Plain Sight Revelation 2:17 "He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him who overcomes I will give some of the hidden manna to eat. And I will give him a white stone, and on the stone a new name written which no one knows except him who receives it." God ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Living Witness Series

Contributed by Leonard Cook on May 20, 2007

Peter’s purpose is to tell his audience how to respond and stand fast in the Godly loving lifestyle in the midst of suffering and persecution of their faith. Living for God and not your circumstances! Living a life of hope, holiness and love in the mids

Be A Living Witness (1 Peter 2:11-3:12) Be a Witness: Personally (Holiness) (the key Center, Verse 2:12) 11 Dear friends, I urge you, as aliens and strangers in the world, to abstain from sinful desires, which war against your soul. 12 Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

7 Lights Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 27, 2002

The seven lights of Christmas all focus their beam of light onto the true meaning of Christmas. These beacons of light illuminate Jesus “The Light of the World”- The Messiah born to die so that we could live! Born to die to create and intimate relationshi

The Seven lights of Christmas! Thesis: The seven lights of Christmas all focus their beam of light onto the true meaning of Christmas. These beacons of light illuminate Jesus “The Light of the World”- The Messiah born to die so that we could live! Born to die to create and intimate relationship ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational