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Fifth Sunday Of Lent, Year A- "Lazarus, Come Out!”

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 16, 2023

We have a part to play in our coming out of the tomb

Reader’s Digest has printed many quirky items from the daily lives of ordinary people. Many of these items are quite amusing. For example, Jennifer Pace wrote a few years ago to tell about a billboard she passed while driving through Texas. The billboard read: “Stand Up and Be Counted for the 2000 ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45, Ezekiel 37:12-14

Denomination: Catholic

Why It Is Important To Preach The Supremacy Of Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 4, 2003

We live in an age when nobody seemingly wants to feel inferior. As a result, there is an never-ending onslaught in the media about the need to be tolerant of differences for the sake of harmony and goodwill. A poll by George Barna showed that 67% of Ameri

Why it is Important to Preach the Supremacy of Christ We live in an age when nobody seemingly wants to feel inferior. As a result, there is an never-ending onslaught in the media about the need to be tolerant of differences for the sake of harmony and goodwill. A poll by George Barna showed that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Have You Seen Jesus Lately?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 18, 2005

We are to see and serve and come to know Jesus in loving others.

“Have You Seen Jesus Lately?” Matthew 25:31-46 Ephesians 1:15-23 By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org In his current number one best selling book “Our Endangered Values: America’s Moral Crisis” born again Christian and former ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: United Methodist

What Matters Most Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Mar 13, 2006

This is about the widow’s offering, and what significance really is.

Mark 12:41-45 – What Matters Most Today I’d like to speak to you on the issue of significance. As we continue to look at The Life of Jesus, there is an incident towards the end of His natural life that paints a picture of what significance is, and what it isn’t. This is a message that I have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-45

Denomination: Baptist

Direction And Decision

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

John had been able to deal with the question of direction...the one that asked "What shall we do?" But beyond that is an more basic question that asks, "To whom shall we go?"

DIRECTION AND DECISION LUKE 3:1 18 There is a story about a man named Fred who inherited $10 million... but the will said he must accept it either in Chile or Brazil. He chose Brazil. Sadly, it turned out that in Chile he would have received his inheritance in land on which uranium, gold and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-18

Learning God’s Idea Of Greatness Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 16, 2012

We as the Church, the called out body of believers, have been distratced from God definition of greatness. God has designed a broom for every believers hands. Your broom my be children’s ministry, homeless ministry, marriage, etc. God as a broom shappe

Intro: There are many things that are fought for in the church today. The type of music that is used during the worship service, the way we use money, the length of time we have a worship service, the way we organize and we could go on. The one thing that usually isn’t fought over is the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Down But Not Out!

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 3, 2018

When it comes to suffering, Paul calls us to forsake pity parties and glorify God. We can remember that Jesus shines through us, that our weaknesses glorify God, that we may be down but never out, and that our sufferings may bring eternal life to others.

2 Corinthians 4:5-12 Down but Not Out! A Christian need never suffer. At least that’s what some preachers might tell you. However, that is not the message of scripture. Jesus said, “If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also” (John 15:20). We should expect no better treatment than that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Philippians 2-The Heart Of Christ

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Jul 5, 2017

In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Jesus Christ.

Title: Philippians 2-The Heart of Christ Date: 7/9/17 Place: BLCC Text: Philippians 2.5-11 CT: In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Jesus Christ. [Screen 1] In his sermon titled "Think Hard, Stay Humble," Francis Chan told the following story about a man named Vaughn ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Don't Miss The Wedding Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 2, 2021

If you want to participate in the great wedding feast to come, bring your lamp and join the bridal party; bring some oil, inviting God’s Spirit to dwell within; then watch for your Bridegroom to come at any time.

Several years ago, Dave Best and his fiancée planned more than a year in advance their wedding in Wales on July 6, 2008. They wanted to give their family and friends plenty of time to prepare, but they worried that even with all that lead time, some of them would not be able to attend. They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, Revelation 19:6-8, Romans 8:9-11, Luke 11:13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Knowing What God Wants Me To Do

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 3, 2008

We become very anxious and get frustrated with very small and big decisions of our life. We may go to the extent of adopting worldly methods to take those decisions.We may - Ask God to give us immediate sign - Fast - Flip a coin - Go by Feelings - Dream -

How can I Know what God wants me to do? Romans 11: 33 – 36 Introduction: Most often we are in a dilemma while making small or big decisions in our lives. We may ask the following questions- 1. Will God send me a clear signal? 2. Will I get some sort of special feeling? 3. What if there is no ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jul 22, 2003

A look at the fact that christians want Jesus only for themselves.

Text: Matthew 28:18-20 Subject: The Great Commission Theme: Responsibility of Christians regarding... "Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine!" Introduction: There is a story told of a man who was awakened one night by the sound of a gunshot in his room. On inquiring the cause, his servant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Mennonite

Forgotten Word, The Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 6, 2007

To live our lives within the context of the eternal purposes of God and understand that we are called to be Kingdom Builders.

The Forgotten Word Introduction We have been talking about- Kingdom of God- Pt 5. Today- an essential discipline for Kingdom people. Neh 8:1 God’s people requested- Word of God be read to them There were times Israel- ignored God’s Word. 2Chr 34:14, 18-21 King became distraught when he heard ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Stewards Of God's Grace

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 24, 2008

Over 2000 years ago Peter said that "the end of all things is near." What did he mean by near? How do we live in our current age if the end is indeed drawing near?

Introduction Live in a time/country- experiencing prosperity. However the air is filled with anxiety over … crime and violence, economic instability, rumors of wars, and news of natural disasters. The Bible calls these- end times. How do we live in times like these? 1 Pet 4:7-9 (First read 1 Pet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Charismatic

More Than A Feeling Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Dec 4, 2008

We cannot live our lives based on emotions and feelings, but on faith and truth.

MORE THAN A FEELING December 3, 2008 Youth If you have played Guitar Hero, you know "More Than A Feeling" by Boston. What is ironic that the song is all about feelings – being lost in music. But Faith is More Than a Feeling: We all have emotions and drama in our lives, but we cannot live by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:17-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worship God The Creator

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 13, 2016

Our Christian life with God is like a song that is ready to be written. He loves to hear our praise. He will put a song in our hearts that will be the sweetest melody that we can enjoy for the rest of our lives.

How many of you have seen the movie Saving Private Ryan? It’s a war film set during the invasion of Normandy in World War II. The film is about U.S. Army Ranger Captain John H. Miller (who was played by Tom Hanks) and his squad as they search for Private First Class John Francis Ryan (who ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:25-35

Denomination: Anglican