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Harmony And Fire

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Nov 19, 2022

Luke 12:49-53 is paradoxical. Jesus is the Prince of Peace, but in this passage, He says He is bringing division. This sermon explores how this fits with the overall message of Luke.

Harmony and Fire I. TEXT: Luke 12:49-53 (NRSV) “I came to bring fire to the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled! 50 I have a baptism with which to be baptized, and what stress I am under until it is completed! 51 Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Pentecostal

Final Instructions Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 25, 2022

2 Timothy 4:9-22 gives us the final instructions of a man facing death.

Introduction Commentator David Helm notes the following: Final words are often meant to communicate things of first importance. Parents remind children of something important just before walking out the door—“Now, remember what I told you. Don’t forget!” Bosses give their employees final ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Responding To A Christmas Miracle

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 4, 2022

During this sermon, please listen to how Zachariah and Mary responded to the angel Gabriel and ask yourself, how should I respond to Christ’s birth so that I might honor Him rightly on His birthday?

Responding to a Christmas Miracle Luke 1:26-38 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 It is almost Christmas time again! While I am not a big fan of insane traffic and shopping in overcrowded malls, how I love to visit family and friends and gorge on some of the best cooking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Christmas Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 7, 2022

To find real joy in a world in perma-crisis, worship the Christ of Christmas. Like the wise men, seek Him out, bow before him, and give Him your very best.

As people across the globe reel from one crisis to another, the Collins English Dictionary just last month (November 2022) revealed its 2022 word of the year: “permacrisis.” Harper Collins, the dictionary’s publisher, defines “permacrisis” as “an extended period of instability and insecurity, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Micah 5:2, James 4:6, Psalm 51:17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

5 Reactions To The First Christmas

Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 19, 2022

Exploring the different reactions to the first Christmas and how they might mirror our reactions to the Christmas season

5 Reactions to the First Christmas Ephesians Series CCCAG December 4th, 2022 Scripture- Matthew 2, Luke 1-2 It’s great to see you all again, and I hope you had a blessed Thanksgiving weekend, and a prosperous season if you were able to go. I twisted my already gimpy knee the Thursday before season ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cross Is A Foolish Message Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022

In this series we will be exploring aspects of what the Cross of Christ means for us. Both the blessings and the curses.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - We are beginning a new series on the Cross of Christ this morning. FOOLISH CROOKS Donald Murray’s fifteen minutes of fame began December 2019 when he showed up on an episode of the TV show Live PD. As cops pulled him over for driving without headlights, he crashed into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord's Economy

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 13, 2023

A widow places all she has into the treasury

The Lord’s Economy Mark 12:38-44 Good morning, The Prophet Isaiah said in Isaiah 14:24 The LORD of hosts has sworn, saying, "Surely, as I have thought, so it shall come to pass, and as I have purposed, so it shall stand: NKJV Witness Lee said, “Because God has a purpose, He needs an economy. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"before Religion" Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Sep 13, 2023

Genesis 1:1. It is said that if you can get through the first verse of the Bible, you can read and believe the rest. Do you believe in God? If so, why? How do I know God exists?

One of the simplest stories in the Bible seems to be one of the hardest stories for some to believe. One of the famous men that doubted the Biblical creation story was a man named Charles Darwin, who died in April of 1882. Through Darwin’s studies he determined that man was not created by God, as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Passionate Prayer

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 19, 2023

We have access to resources far more powerful than the internet. Yet, we choose instead to trust our wisdom and our ability.

Technology can be an amazing instrument when we need help. I needed to install a new cabin filter in my car and I wanted to make sure I did it correctly. So, I searched YouTube and it gave me step by step instructions of how to do it. Through the internet, we have pretty much a direct line to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:13-28

Denomination: Baptist

Days Of Awe - Return To God - Yom Kippur

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 25, 2023

The Days of Awe, Repentance and Return to GOD. The Shofar has sounded the Alarm. These are the last 10 days before Judgment Day. It is a time to humbly submit ourselves to GOD, to turn from the world and Return to HIM. A time to forgive and be forgiven.

2023.09.24.Sermon Notes. The Days of Awe! Return to GOD. YOM KIPPUR DAY OF ATONEMENT William Akehurst, HSWC Rosh Hashanah, the Days of Awe, Yom Kippur. The Fall Feasts of the LORD. BIG IDEA: The Days of Awe, 10 days of repentance, 10 days of fearing GOD. The Shofar has sounded the Alarm. These ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:8, Psalm 47:1-2, 1 Samuel 12:24, Genesis 3:10, Exodus 3:5-6, Matthew 4:17, Matthew 10:28, Romans 6:23, Mark 1:14-15, 2 Corinthians 7:10, 1 John 1:5-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, Psalm 139:23-24, Psalm 51:1-4, Psalm 51:7-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Heaven Declares

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 1, 2023

Though life might become very difficult and even threaten our earthly lives, we rejoice that as those who are atoned for and purchased by the Lamb, we will one day receive a crown of unspeakable happiness, God as our portion forever! Amen!

All Heaven Declares Psalms 89:1-18 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Ever have someone promise you something and doubt it would ever be fulfilled? While we would like to say that our word is 100% reliable, we often enter and subsequently break so many of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

4th Sunday Of Advent, Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 1, 2023

DECEMBER 24th, 2023.

2 Samuel 7:1-11, 2 Samuel 7:16, Luke 1:46-55, Psalm 89:1-4, Psalm 89:19-26, Romans 16:25-27, Luke 1:26-38 A). WHO WILL BUILD WHOSE HOUSE? 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 2 Samuel 7:16. 2 SAMUEL 7:1-4. There is a subtle difference between a good idea and God’s will. God’s purposes will never fail, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 2 Samuel 7:16, Luke 1:46-55, Psalm 89:1-4, Psalm 89:19-26, Romans 16:25-27, Luke 1:26-38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Esther, Part 2: For Such A Time As This (Esther 4-10) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 2, 2023

#39 in "66 in 52: A One Year Journey Through the Bible"

#39: Esther, Part 2: For Such a Time as This Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Esther Chapter 4 Last week we began talking about the Book of Esther. It’s the only book in the Bible that never mentions God, or talks about faith, or prayer, or miracles—all the things we see in other books ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Signs Of The Times Part 2

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 6, 2023

Jesus warned the Disciples about trials that would come before the end of the age

The Signs of the Times Pt. 2 Mark 13:9-13 Dr. Tony Evans said, “Your expectations always affect your behavior. If you found out that you were terminally ill and only had one year to live, I can guarantee it will affect your behavior. All of a sudden with only twelve months to live, certain ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Fourth Sign Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 8, 2023

The fourth sign in John 5:1-15 teaches us that Jesus is the Son of God who makes people spiritually whole.

Introduction Carolyn Weber has written a book that is titled, Surprised by Oxford: A Memoir. Weber grew up in Canada and was awarded a graduate scholarship to study Romantic Literature at Oriel College of Oxford University in England. She arrived at Oxford as a feminist from a loving but broken ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed