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Weeping Over Jerusalem

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 25, 2025

Understanding what moved Jesus to tears will reveal the Spirit of Christ in us as followers of the Saviour/

“When [Jesus] drew near and saw the city, he wept over it, saying, ‘Would that you, even you, had known on this day the things that make for peace! But now they are hidden from your eyes. For the days will come upon you, when your enemies will set up a barricade around you and surround you and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Only Thing Worth Wanting - Psalm 25 Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 17, 2025

When life falls apart, David doesn't ask for relief from his trouble—he asks for God's love. Discover the surprising strength that comes from wanting nothing but God.

Of David. To you, O LORD, I lift up my soul; 2 in you I trust, O my God. Do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. 3 No one who waits for you will ever be put to shame, but they will be put to shame who are treacherous without excuse. 4 Show me your ways, O LORD, teach ...read more

What Happens To Those Who Reject Jesus As The Creator God Of All Things?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 20, 2025

A Look At Annihilationism, Conditionalism, and Traditionalism.

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18, Hebrews 6:4-8, Genesis 3:22-23, John 3:1-8, Revelation 20:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Battle Cry Of Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 22, 2026

Christ clarifies His expectation for the church in five ways, as seen in His examination of: 1) The Church (Revelation 2:1), 2) The Commendation (Revelation 2:2–3, 6), 3) The Concern (Revelation 2:4), 4) The Command (Revelation 2:5), and 5) The Counsel (Revelation 2:7).

Revelation 2:1-7. [2:1]"To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: 'The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. [2]"'I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Other

Recognizing The Redeemer

Contributed by Maureen Hull on Feb 4, 2026

An exposition of Luke 2:36-40

Brothers and sisters, it's wonderful to be with you today worshiping our God. I was reminded in our responsive reading, and it was good for me to hear, I pray it was also good for you to repeat and to hear Paul's words to Timothy as He says, I charge you in the presence of God and of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-40

His Passion For You Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 29, 2004

In this message we will talk about how the Christ is passionate about being with you. (The Passion of the Christ pt-1)

His Passion For You The Passion Of The Christ – part one (Also if you can get it, play the 3rd day song ’love Song From A Savior...’ the main chorus is "just to be with you" and it talks about all that Christ did just to be with us...) Show Movie Trailer of the passion… THIS MORNING – we kick ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Countdown To The Conclusion

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 16, 2002

This message deals with the fact of Christ’s soon return and the happenings in our world that point to that fact.

COUNTDOWN TO THE CONCLUSION TEXT: Luke 12: 36-40 INTRO: Rockets at Cape Canaveral are not the only things that are on a countdown. The world, and life as we know it, are on God’s timetable, and the countdown has already begun. Since time began, the moments have been ticking away, rushing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

James The Son Of A Soccer Mom Series

Contributed by Kevin Landis on Sep 20, 2007

Disciple James

Do you have someone at your workplace that is always promoting themselves? Perhaps your kids play on a sports team and there is always a particular parent that is brown nosing the coach so their kid can get more playing time. This is exactly how Jesus’ disciples felt when James and John’s momma ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

0803b Trinity Iii: The Hound Of Heaven, Part Ii Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jun 7, 2008

The lesson from these parables is that Jesus DOES give up on some people, and that only seeing it in this way is there any good news. If you think the message of these stories is that God never gives up on anyone, I suggest you have gotten it backwards.

Sermon: The Hound of Heaven, Part II Text: Luke 15:1-10 Occasion: Trinity III Who: Mark Woolsey When: Sunday, June 8, 2008 Where: Providence Reformed Episcopal Church Luke 15:1-10, NKJV: Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. And the Pharisees and scribes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What’s For Dinner? Part 3 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 11, 2010

A study of Ezekiel chapter 3 verses 16 through 27

Ezekiel 3: 16 – 27 ‘What’s for dinner’ Part 3 “16 Now it came to pass at the end of seven days that the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 17 “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore hear a word from My mouth, and give them warning from Me: 18 When I say to the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:16-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Demas: Can We Quit When The Going Gets Tough? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 22, 2016

A study of Demas, a servant of God who quit when matters got tough.

2 TIMOTHY 4:10 SAVED? OR LOST? DEMAS: CAN WE QUIT WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH? “Demas ... has deserted me..” [1] “Well begun is half done.” This adage was quoted on numerous occasions during an earlier day—I certainly was on the receiving end of the saying repeatedly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

Selling The Sizzle; Tossing The Steak

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 6, 2018

Do Christians seek comfort? Or do we seek substance? Jesus offered substance, but it wasn't always appreciated, even by those identified as disciples.

“When many of his disciples heard [Jesus’ teaching], they said, ‘This is a hard saying; who can listen to it?’ But Jesus, knowing in himself that his disciples were grumbling about this, said to them, ‘Do you take offense at this? Then what if you were to see the Son of Man ascending to where he ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-68

Denomination: Baptist

When A Christian Prays Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 20, 2018

When a Christian prays, God is pledged to act. This is especially true when we pray for fellow Christians who have begun to stray.

“This is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him. “If anyone sees his brother committing a sin not leading to death, he shall ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Manifestation Of Glory Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 7, 2018

Revelation 1:9-20 provides 1) The Setting for the vision (Revelation 1:9–11), it 2) Unfolds the vision itself (Revelation 1:12–16, 20), and it 3) Relates its effects (Revelation 1:17–19).

A hate speech law that generated years of heated controversy over free speech before being repealed in 2013 could be making a comeback, at least in some form. Section 13 of the Canadian Human Rights Act made it a discriminatory practice to convey messages over the phone or internet that contain ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Other

How To Thrive In Persecution

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 29, 2016

Dr. Tow shares six keys to thriving in persecution. Persecution is discussed in context of personal struggle as well as through the lens of our cultural climate.

How To Thrive In Persecution 07-05-15 (www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) In Matt 5:10-15 Jesus said, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-37

Denomination: Charismatic