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Good Works Part Ii: The Righteous Acts Of The Saints Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Jun 26, 2023

The Lord Jesus will reward us in His Kingdom for the works we have done to honor Him. I give full permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness as long as it is used for the glory of God.

GOOD WORKS PART II: THE RIGHTEOUS ACTS OF THE SAINTS Please open your Bible to Revelation 19 as we continue our series on Eternal Rewards with today’s message, “The Righteous Acts of the Saints.” Revelation 19:7 Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory! For the wedding of the Lamb has come, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-8, Ephesians 2:10, Matthew 13:43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Salvation Into Inheritance

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Jul 11, 2023

When you give a gift you like to see it appreciated and enjoyed. God has given us our inheritance. Today is the day to believe and receive all that God has given. Today receive the promise of God's life fully.

I like receiving and giving gifts. More than being on the receiving end, there is a special joy in the act of giving. Once I have selected and wrapped the gift, my anticipation for the moment of giving only grows. Some individuals prefer methodically unwrapping their presents, taking their time to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4, Ephesians 3:16-19, Exodus 3:1-12, Hebrews 2:14-15, Joshua 3:16, John 3:16, Romans 5:12-14, 1 Corinthians 10:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Sanctity And Service

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jul 14, 2023

Christians cannot be transformed by default. ... When it comes to worship, we have to put forth an effort because sincere worship does not happen by default.

Romans 12:1-2  I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.  (2)  Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: United Methodist

Blinded By Pride Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 15, 2023

Samson was a man with absolute power who was absolutely blinded by his pride in his power. How can we avoid falling into the same trap that took him down?

When my dad sold his business and retired, he got bored just sitting around – so he went to work as a meat inspector for the government. They gave him a white coat and helmet and special knife, and his job was to go to meat plants (like Tyson or Indiana Packers) and inspect the meat as it was ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heaven Or Hell: The Choices Are Ours"

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jul 19, 2023

God is very clear in His written Word regarding His plan of Salvation and it does not include a philosophy of "easy believism".

As Cindy and I travel to assembly each Sunday a preacher comes on the radio. His opening words every week begin with: “ If I had to give this message a title it would be” and then he gives us the title. I chuckle every week- I don’t know why. Maybe because he is so predictable. So this week I am ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Generous Me! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 29, 2023

A practical look at the words of James.

Generous Who? James 5:1-6 July 30, 2023 A man was a regular diner at a restaurant. One day he complained that he only received one piece of bread with his meal, so the waiter promptly brought him 4 slices. The next time he came to the restaurant he wasn’t satisfied with the 4 pieces, so he ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of ‘as’.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 2, 2023

The Midianites were very cruel to Israel. These Hebrews were so frightened, they lived in caves and dens to hide from the Midianites. -The power of 'as'.

The Power Of ‘As’. Ephesians 5:1NKJV Don’t let the broken promises of this world keep you from believing the promises of God. God will always act, “...according to His promise” (2 Peter 3:13). Don’t let the broken promises of this world keep you from believing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1, Ephesians 5:21-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

"god Believes In Us"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 8, 2023

A sermon about not giving up.

“God Believes in You” (many ideas for this sermon were gleaned from Marty Soloman) Matthew 14:22-33 Growing up, my family had a cat named Snowball and a dog named Frisky. Snowball, a self-assured Siamese had been with us for approximately a year before Frisky came along, and as is often the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: United Methodist

The Sound Of Freedom: God's Command To Love And Protect Children Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 14, 2023

Will children be taught biblical values or gender ideology? What is right and wrong? How will we explain it to our children?

The hit film “The Sound of Freedom” has grossed over 155 million dollars at the box office, hitting on the key issue of human trafficking occurring at massive levels across the world. How should Christians treat children? That is a key point found in our scripture today. The Bible tells us that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-32

Denomination: Salvation Army

It's Jesus - Can I Come In Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 15, 2023

How does Jesus end up being on the outside of this Church? Let's see what was happening in Laodicea and how Jesus redeems them.

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22; John 14:21-23 Theme: Who Owns the Home? Title: It’s Jesus – May I Come In? Is Jesus inside your church or heart or is He knocking at the door? INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I read this advertisement recently: Room ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, John 14:21-23, Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Nazarene

"guarding Our Hearts And Minds"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 15, 2023

A sermon about putting our worries and anxieties into the faithful hands of Christ.

“Guarding our Hearts and Minds” Philippians 4:4-9 Recently, I got an email from a friend living in another state. She writes: “Everything feels uncertain. My mind often jumps to worst-case scenarios. I have no control over my life… …No control over what might happen to me tomorrow… …I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Baptism

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 16, 2023

At the end of the time Jesus was upon the earth, he showed himself to his disciples and told them certain things they were to do after he returned to Heaven. Luke records some of the things commanded. Matthew gives a clear command, "Baptizing them". Let us find out about this baptism.

At the end of the time Jesus was upon the earth, he showed himself to his disciples and told them certain things they were to do after he returned to Heaven. Let us read Luke’s account; Luke 24:44-53. 44 And he said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 24:44-53, 1 Peter 3:20-21, Matthew 3:1-2, John 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sighs And Wonders

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 18, 2023

Even as we sigh over the evening news, and wonder when the time will come, the wars and earthquakes and floods do call us back to alertness, even if most of our neighbors are deaf to the alarms.

A wonderful little song came out in the 60's, I think the Kingston Trio sang it... It’s called The Merry Minuet. They're rioting in Africa, they're starving in Spain There's hurricanes in Florida, and Texas needs rain. The whole world is festering with unhappy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9, Habakkuk 1:2-4, Mark 13:24-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Light Which Transforms

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Feb 23, 2025

What will be the effect on us, if the Brilliance of the Light of Christ is manifested to us?

“And Jesus cried out and said, 'Whoever believes in me, believes not in me but in him who sent me. And whoever sees me sees him who sent me. I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness. If anyone hears my words and does ...read more

Scripture: John 12:44-50, 2 Corinthians 4:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

I'm All In

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 3, 2025

The widow is ‘all in.’ She holds back nothing, keeps nothing in reserve. What would it be like to live like that? What would it take to live an ‘all in’ life?

TITLE: I’M ALL IN SCRIPTURE: ST. MARK 12:38-44 Jesus has just recently entered Jerusalem, in that triumphal entry that we observe on Palm Sunday. But he has also recently driven out of the temple those who were selling and buying, angrily declaring that this HOUSE OF PRAYER HAS BECOME NOTHING ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist