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The Great Shepherd And Those Who Rule

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 18, 2020

Under-shepherds and the Chief Shepherd, that Great Shepherd of the Sheep, Jesus.

THE GREAT SHEPHERD AND THOSE WHO RULE. Hebrews 13:17-25. 1. Those Who Rule Over You. The earlier exhortation to ‘Remember’ our leaders probably implies showing respect to those who are still with us, and honouring those who have since died, by following their example. Scan their lives and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The One Appraising Us Is Christ (1 Corinthians 4:1-21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 29, 2022

Don't boast; don't become proud. Be faithful servants, and don't pick apart Christians' motives. You can't see in their heads. Also, stop navel gazing.

Let's start today, by rereading 1 Corinthians 3:18-23: (18) No one must deceive himself: if anyone thinks wise to be among you this age, a fool he must become, in order he may become wise. For the wisdom of this world, foolishness with God it is. For it is written, "The One catching ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21, 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Not Offended

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2024

Would we be offended if Jesus critiqued some of our church traditions as being vain? Let’s examine Matthew 15.

Would we be offended if Jesus critiqued some of our church traditions as being vain? Let’s examine Matthew 15. Vain Traditions Was Jesus criticized over a man-made tradition? Then some Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem and said, “Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love God & Neighbor (Mark 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 11, 2024

What are the greatest commandments? Let's look at Mark 12.

Have religious leaders often killed the prophets and even God’s own Son? Has Jesus become the cornerstone of God's spiritual temple? Should Christians pay taxes? Is God the God of the dead or the living? What are the key commandments? Do some religious leaders still prefer showmanship over ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Fourth Of July's Favorite Verse

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jul 1, 2023

Many preachers and Christian leaders often quote on the Fourth of July or Memorial Day 2 Chronicles 7:14. They believe the “people” referred to in the passage are the American people, and the “land” is the American land. Can we apply this verse to America and our home countries today?

Today I would like to focus on a verse that many preachers and Christian leaders often quote on the Fourth of July or Memorial Day. Can you guess what verse is that? 2 Chronicles 7:14 says, "If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray, and seek my face, and turn ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Deuteronomy 28:1-2, 1 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Maundy Thursday - Full Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 14, 2022

Three lessons we could arrive at from this passage: Greater love of Christ, greater humility of Jesus, and a greater commitment to God.

Maundy Thursday Theme: Full Extent of Love Text: John 13:1-17 Introduction: Maundy means commandment. Today is Commandment Thursday, Holy Thursday or Sheer Thursday, green Thursday in Germany, because of cleaning the penance of a new beginning (ref: Britannica). The following texts remind the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Unity, Hypocrisy And Engagement With A Needy Culture Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 15, 2021

But there’s more to Christian life. Much more. It’s a series of challenges and privileges that come to us with our existence in human society. We model our love for other human beings on the love God has for us.

Seventh Sunday of Easter The prophet Isaiah said it several hundred years before Jesus was born: “My thoughts are not your thoughts. Your ways are not my ways.” Our psalm says it in another way: “As far as the east is from the west, so far has [God] put our transgressions from us.” God is not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-10, Acts 1:15-26, Psalm 19:11-12, 1 John 4:11-16, John 17:11-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Revivals In Haggai, Zechariah And Malachi Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 15, 2021

Are we rich and unenthusiastic, does the church's work need revival, can tired church leaders be revived in spirit? Let's look at some answers in Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi.

Are we rich and unenthusiastic, does the church's work need revival, can tired church leaders be revived in spirit? Let's look at some answers in Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi. 1) Haggai’s Revival Can our enthusiasm be revived? Priorities are important to God who asks, “Why are you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Is A Matter Of Who, Not How!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 18, 2022

In worship, God is more concerned that we focus on Him than than we should be overly concerned about the mechanics of what we are doing.

“After this the Moabites and Ammonites, and with them some of the Meunites, came against Jehoshaphat for battle. Some men came and told Jehoshaphat, ‘A great multitude is coming against you from Edom, from beyond the sea; and behold, they are in Hazazon-tamar’ (that is, Engedi). Then Jehoshaphat ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

How To Spread The Good News Of The Gospel

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 17, 2015

We are to be good shepherds, servant leaders whose job description includes leading others to God. God empowers us as leaders and as followers to build up, to influence and to persuade others.

When we spread the good news of the Gospel, we can expect to face opposition. The apostle Paul was no exception. He boldly preached the Gospel to the Thessalonians in spite of suffering and mistreatment. First Thessalonians 2:1-8 is a model for all Christians to follow, especially when they are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Paul Imprisoned Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 8, 2021

It is painful to learn that religious people join hands with wicked rulers, leaders, and those in power. So-called religious leaders indeed go to any extreme to trouble the saints for their survival.

Acts 24:1-27 Paul imprisoned for two years under trial 24:1-9 Jewish Accusations 24:10-21 Paul defends his case before Felix 24:22-27 Politics of Felix Acts 24:1-9 Jewish Accusations The Jewish religious leaders, especially the High Priest Ananias with Tertullus, a lawyer, sailed to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Methodist

Hakuna Matata

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 18, 2001

Our text for today speaks of a would be king/ leader who was having a similar struggle as was young Simba. How do you replace the greatest leader in all the history of your nation?

“HAKUNA MATATA” JOSHUA 1: 1-9; 3: 1-8, 14-17 FEBRUARY 18, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Hakuna Matata! What a wonderful Phrase. Hakuna Matata! Ain’t no passing craze. It means no worries for the rest of your days. It’s our problem-free philosophy. Hakuna Matata! From the movie “The Lion King.” ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Real Man

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jan 12, 2009

PROPOSITION: To call men to surrender their lives to God and to be the spiritual leader in their homes.

Deuteronomy 11:18-21 (NKJV) “Therefore you shall lay up these words of mine in your heart and in your soul, and bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. 19. You shall teach them to your children, speaking of them when you sit in your house, when you walk ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:18-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Worship The One & True God

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 2, 2008

The Prophet Elijah stands alone against 850 false religious leaders.

WORSHIP THE ONE & TRUE GOD I KINGS 18:17-21 I Kings 18 give us the account of the Prophet Elijah, as he stands alone against 850 false religious leaders. Elijah challenges the people to decide who is going to be the god of their lives. He demonstrates the reality ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jhhemtyd Part 5: Outward Appearance Vs. Inward Reality

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2009

Part five of this series on Jesus’ words to the religious leaders regarding their hypocrisy.

Jesus Hates Hypocrisy Even More Than You Do! Part 5 – Outward Appearance vs. Inward Reality Matthew 23:25-28 January 25, 2009 Me/We: I’m wondering something: in all our weeks of looking at the issue of hypocrisy as Jesus talks about it, has anyone gotten the idea that being a hypocrite is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28

Denomination: Wesleyan