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Today's message is about an attribute that we generally do not associate as being an attribute of God. That is, the attribute of jealousy.
God is a jealous God. The attribute of jealousy is very closely related to the attribute of love. Illus: A lady went to her pastor for some counseling. She had some serious problems in her marriage. When the pastor asked her what was the problem, she said that her husband did not love her. The ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6
Denomination: Baptist
We have all done our share of boasting. We generally start this bad habit of boasting when we are a child.
Illus: Three boys are in the school yard bragging of how great their fathers are. • The first one says: "My father runs the fastest. He can fire an arrow and start to run, and he gets to the target before the arrow." • The second one says: "Ha! You think that's fast! My father ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:4-16
What's our motivation to give generously to the church? Paul outlines four reasons to give in 2 Cor. 8.
Blessed With Abundance lanny smith 2021 Summer Series / Stewardship; Giving; Generosity / 2 Corinthians 8:3–15 • [VIDEO] • Current giving statistics. • Context: Paul is talking to the Corinthian church about the practical matter of sending financial support to the Jerusalem church. • He ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:3-15
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Does apostolic succession guarantee that even the next generation of priests will not disobey God? Let's look at Leviticus 10.
As we read through the early chapters of Leviticus, is it important to note how some did not do as the Lord commanded? Is this a weakness of apostolic succession? Where is the guarantee that even the very next generation of priests will be faithful? Jesus gave over 300 commands. Are we faithful to ...read more
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Do we have that same genuine faith possessed by past generations? Let's examine this in 2 Timothy 1.
Is the faith within us the same as in past generations? Has God saved us too by undeserved grace? Should we also hold the pattern of sound Gospel words in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus? Will we guard through the Holy Spirit that good thing which was committed to us? Let’s find out in 2 ...read more
This is a funeral for an elderly woman who passed into God's presence. Her family were not, generally, followers of Jesus.
"How Great Thou Art" - Homily for funeral of a Believer - John 3:13-17 Laurie found room in her life for faith and like for every person, faith is a journey. Spirituality is a journey. There are things in our lives that happen that focus and refine our faith so that it is strengthened. ...read more
Scripture: John 3:13-17, Revelation 21:1-5
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Three times in this passage it is stated that God gave up evil humanity to its own devices. A serious warning to our generation.
1:24 “Therefore God also gave them up …” Therefore. The wrath is coming. We deserve the wrath that is coming. Why? Well, men knew the truth of God and suppressed it. They could see His attributes, but they ignored Him. They did not glorify Him. They were not thankful to Him. They thought they ...read more
Scripture: Romans 1:24-28
Denomination: Assembly Of God
This sermon emphasizes the importance of honoring senior citizens for their wisdom and contributions, preparing for retirement with grace, and passing on the baton to the next generation with dignity.
Good morning, church family! Today, we're gonna pause and pay homage to our senior citizens, talk about preparing for retirement with grace, and discuss how we can pass the baton with dignity. Our inspiration comes from Deuteronomy 34:9 which states, "And Joshua the son of Nun was full of the ...read more
Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:9
Topics: Baton Passing, Grace
This sermon explores the importance of fostering friendships based on faith, practicing benevolence, and giving generously, all underpinned by God's boundless love.
Good morning, my dear friends. We gather here today, in this sacred place. A place of love. A place of hope. A place of faith. We gather to share in the Word of God. To draw strength from His teachings. To find comfort in His love. Opening Scripture Reading – Let us turn to the Holy Scripture, John ...read more
Scripture: John 13:34-35
Topics: Growing In Love, For God
Explores the strength and joy derived from unity among believers, bearing each other's burdens, and generously giving to those in need.
Welcome, dear family in Christ, to this gathering where we come together to share in the richness of God’s Word. It is always a joy to meet with you, to see your faces, to feel the warmth of our shared faith, and to know that we are all here because of one thing - our love for our Savior, Jesus ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30
Topics: Concerned
The sermon encourages believers to strive for divine perfection through Christ's grace, mercy, and love, shaping a legacy of faith for future generations.
Hello, beloved family and friends. As we gather together today, in this sacred place of fellowship and worship, we stand on the precipice of a new understanding, a new revelation of the divine mercy and magnanimity that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ has called us to embody. We are not here by ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:48
Topics: Love, Enemies
Starting with a Biblical definition of sexuality this message argues for how Christians ought to think about homosexuality in general and the current push to legalize homosexual marriage.
SE101704 STOP THE WORLD 3. Gay Marriage There was a sexual revolution after the 1960’s and these days, we’re in the midst of another. Time Magazine has called it the “Homosexual Revolution.” They say this revolution is changing the way we see our most basic institutions: church, schools, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 19:4-6
This sermon explores the benefits of generosity in various areas of our life including the stewardship of our time and money and how we can cultivate a generous spirit.
Cultivating Generosity II Cor. 9:11 6-9-02 Intro: 1. What would you think of a preacher who at offering time stood by the offering plate and carefully examined how much each person was giving? Suppose I stood up here as we were bringing our offerings and took each check—opened it ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:11, Mark 12:41-44
Denomination: Charismatic
Many people give out of guilt. The apostle Paul says we should give with joy! The only way we can do this is if we first realized just how joyfully generous God has been to us. When we see His joyful generosity, that encourages us to be joyfully generous ourselves.
Opening and Introduction In our lesson tonight, we hear about farmers that plant seeds. If a farmer doesn’t plant, there won’t be anything to harvest later in the year. His livelihood depends on generously planting as many seeds as he can. This passage uses a lot of farming imagery. But what ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-9
Denomination: Lutheran
Doesn’t God have a purpose for mankind in general or for the church as a whole? Isn’t focusing on individual purpose a little self-serving? Aren’t we pushing individualism at the expense of the Body of Christ?
Up to this point, Purpose Weekly has focused on individual purpose. But what about corporate purpose? Doesn’t God have a purpose for mankind in general or for the church as a whole? Isn’t focusing on individual purpose a little self-serving? Aren’t we pushing individualism at the expense of the ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:1-8
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