Sermons on First Murder:

First Sunday Of Lent- B -- "he Was Among Wild Beasts, And The Angels Ministered To Him.”

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 19, 2021

It turns out that the devil is knocking at her door and she says, “I never dreamed he’d have blue eyes and blue jeans.”

“He was among wild beasts, and the angels ministered to him.” In the Greek, these were dangerous animals. These wild animals can remind us that dangers surrounded Jesus all through his life. And ours. e.g. At a United States Army post in the desert of Kuwait, Protestant Chaplain (Major) Barbara ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-15

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus, First, Last, And In Between. A Message About Keeping Things In Focus. Matthew 6:33

Contributed by David Cramer on Apr 5, 2025

A message about following the Lord in our life every day regardless of whether it is the morning, afternoon or evening.

Stand with me now and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I will never be the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus First, Last, And In Between: A Life Fully Centered On Christ" Matthew 6:33

Contributed by David Cramer on Apr 29, 2025

A message of hope about seeing and feeling the new life walking with Jesus all the time.

Stand with me and hold up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Killed Jesus!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Aug 31, 2005

WHO KILLED JESUS? No trial or execution in history has had such a momentous outcome as that of Jesus in Roman occupied Jerusalem, 2000 years ago. But was it an execution or a judicial murder; and who was responsible? The Bible Mysteries program focused

WHO KILLED JESUS? No trial or execution in history has had such a momentous outcome as that of Jesus in Roman occupied Jerusalem, 2000 years ago. But was it an execution or a judicial murder; and who was responsible? The Bible Mysteries program focused on three suspects, Caiaphas, the Jewish High ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:5-23

The David Conundrum (2 Samuel 23)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 20, 2025

How could a man who plundered whole villages, committed adultery and murder be considered righteous and a man after God's own heart? Let's begin in 2 Samuel 23.

How could a man who pillaged whole villages, committed adultery and murder be declared righteous, and a man after God’s own heart? How could the Spirit of the Lord speak through such a man? Are genuine repentance and faith keys? Let’s begin in 2 Samuel 23. Does the fear of God begin to explain ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Tragedy Of Unrepentance-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 3, 2011

4 of 4. Cain’s lack of repentance & subsequent grudge, ended in his brother’s murder. Willful unrepentance opens the door to tragedy. But What exactly is the tragedy? A tragedy of unrepentance is a Lost...

THE TRAGEDY OF UNREPENTANCE-IV—Genesis 4:1-24 Attention: Repentance is vital to a true Christian. Repentance is necessary to anyone really seeking God. Need: Why do I feel guilty when I’ve done certain things? Is there really a right & wrong? How can I know? Why don’t I have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Mary's Response Reflects The Truest Christmas Spirit

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 23, 2004

An indepth reflection on the first few verses of Mary’s Magnificat show the source of her joy prior to that First Christmas.

December 25, 2004 Luke 1:46-48 Mary said: My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed. When the news media showed video tapes of people in Palestine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-48

Denomination: Lutheran

Pilate The Procurator – A Double Minded Psychopath - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 13, 2022

Pilate was a gutless man, weak and scheming. He was a known murderer among the Jews. All the flaws of his character came out when he confronted Jesus. This message looks at truth, lying and other matters.

PILATE THE PROCURATOR – A DOUBLE MINDED PSYCHOPATH - PART 2 THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL – PILATE - PART 2 OF 2 This Message on Pilate continues from Part 1. John 19 v 4 Pilate came out again and said to them, “Behold, I am bringing Him out to you that you may know that I find no guilt in ...read more

Scripture: John 19:4-22, Matthew 27:24-25, Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Filled Jars Empty People

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Sep 26, 2014

The familiar story of Jesus Turning the Water into Wine. But what was he really trying to teach us today?

“Filled Jars Empty People” “Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water”; so they filled them to the brim.” John 2.1-11 Pastor’s pledge. “This being a familiar text it relies heavily on the works of a host of others. May their ...read more

Scripture: John 2:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread - Our Daily Portion Of Christ Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 28, 2015

In learning to pray, Jesus teaches us to ask for our Daily Bread. What does that really mean? Jesus said I am the BREAD of LIFE, and in the Last Supper, he takes the bread and breaks it saying, take, eat, this is my body given for you.

2015.03.01.SERMON.LORD give us our daily portion of CHRIST. William Akehurst, HSWC TEXT: Lamentations 3:24; Matthew 6:9-13 MESSAGE: LORD…teach us to pray. Give us today…Our Portion THE LORD IS THE PORTION OF MINE INHERITANCE AND OF MY CUP Psalm 16:5,7-9,11 1 Preserve me, O God: for ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Respond To Christ’s Call To Love Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 17, 2023

Just as the church at Ephesus had its opportunity to respond to the Lord's call, so do we. We too are called to be a shining light for Christ and share the love of God with others. Let us consider the lessons we learn from the church at Ephesus and seek to renew our love for Christ.

Visionary View: Respond to Christ’s Call to love Today, as God's church, we draw nearer each day to the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. Some of you may search for signs of His imminent return and find many Biblical prophecies fulfilled already. Yet, remember Jesus' own words in Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32, Luke 12:40, Revelation 2:1-7, Matthew 28:20, John 4:38, Matthew 28:18-20, 1 John 4:1, Matthew 7:15, Luke 15:11-32, John 10:28-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lesson Ie2b: The Adequacy Of The New Covenant Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 28, 2020

God said, "I will establish a New Covenant." "I will put my laws into their mind." "I will be their God." "I will be merciful toward their iniquities." "I will remember their sins no more."

Tom Lowe 10/1/2020 Moses smashes the commandments of God Lesson IE2b: The Adequacy of the New Covenant (Heb. 8:10-13) Scripture: Hebrews 8:10-13 (NIV) 10. This is the covenant I will establish with the people of Israel after that time, declare the Lord. I will put my laws in their minds and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Saints Reign With Christ Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 7, 2018

Who are they who will reign with Christ in heavenly glory here on earth for one thousand years? There is much speculation and much disagreement as to who these are. Some say they are saints; some say they are angels. We will find the answer . . .

Tom Lowe 10/18/17 Book of Revelation Lesson: V.A.2: Saints (Martyrs And Faithful) Reign With Christ (Rev. 20:4-6) Scripture (Rev. 20:4-6, KJV) 4 And I saw thrones, and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them: and I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Satisfied With Our Daily Bread? Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 30, 2018

Through the Lord's Prayer we are being called to a life of daily trust - are we satisfied enough to trust all that God provides?

Message Matthew 6:25-34 Are we satisfied? Let me start with a poem. Young Mother Quak went to the fridge to get her children some dinner. But when she got there, the fridge was bare so the children she loved just got thinner. We laugh because it is so silly. We also laugh because – really – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Acceptable Fasting

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Dec 16, 2017

In the sight of God, fasting is not just denying oneself the pleasure of food but actually meeting the needs of others.

Memory Verse: “Is this not the fast that I have chosen: To loose the bonds of wickedness, To undo the heavy burdens, To let the oppressed go free, And that you break every yoke?” Isaiah 58:6 NKJV Definition: According to The New Unger's Bible Dictionary, fasting in the Hebrew language is called ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal