Sermons on Gifts From The Magi:

On Trial: Grace Or Guilt?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 2, 2014

Today we are going to look at Romans 8:1-4 which is the response of Jesus Christ to our accusers on the “sinful nature” team. Let us read the response of the defense and I believe along the way you and I will gain some perspective on grace and guilt.

GRACE OR GUILT ROMANS 8:1-4 INTRODUCTION Order in the court! I am going to ask you to put yourself on trial this morning. I want you to imagine that you are sitting in the court room of life and you are in the hot seat. You are on trial. Your actions and thoughts are on trial. Your attitudes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Light Of The World

Contributed by Peter Adigizi David on Nov 8, 2013

INTRODUCTION: Light is a very important aspect of life, the absence of which speaks of dullness, chaos, confusion. No wonder at the very beginning, God first commanded that there be light before continuing with the work of creation(Gen.1:1-2). God Himself is the Light (Rev 21:22)

Importance of Light:- • Light gives illumination and direction. Ps 119:105 • No creation OR order until you receive light on the matter Gen 1:1-2, Dan 9:1-2 • Pure, irresistible, all-conquering Jn 1:5, Matt 4: 4-7 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Man's Depravity--Illegitimate Birth

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 18, 2012

This passage shatters man’s concept of himself, but it’s a passage that has to be studied very carefully because it is one of the shocking truths revealed by Jesus.

READ passage. This passage shatters man’s concept of himself, but it’s a passage that has to be studied very carefully because it is one of the shocking truths revealed by Jesus. To outline tonight’s study. I. Man is a sinner and short of God’s glory. II. Man sins because ...read more

Scripture: John 8:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Blood Of Christ Speaks Better Than The Blood Of Abel

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 8, 2011

The blood of Jesus cleanses us from sin.

THE BLOOD OF CHRIST SPEAKS BETTER THAN THE BLOOD OF ABEL Genesis 4:1-16 Whenever anyone does something wrong God speaks to them through their consciences and convicts them of their sin. “What have you done?” He has placed in every person a conscience, the divine assessment which ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Good News, Bad News Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 28, 2011

Important truths from these verses that show us why this world needs the good news so badly.

Good News, Bad News Intro: Two 90-year-old women, Rose and Barb, had been friends all of their lives. When it was clear that Rose was dying, Barb visited her every day. One day Barb said, "Rose, we both loved playing softball all our lives, and we played all through High School. Please do me one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prayers From The Deep - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 13, 2019

Like the prodigal son, Jonah came to himself in his moment of despair. He cried out unto the Lord, desiring renewed fellowship with Him. Seeking to flee the Lord's presence cannot delay the inevitable.

Prayers from the Deep (Part 2) Jonah 1:17 – 2:10 In our last study we began the most familiar portion within the book of Jonah – his being swallowed by the great fish. Again, I want to emphasize the dominant theme conveyed throughout the book – the absolute sovereignty of God in all His dealings, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17, Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Broken Relationship Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Oct 19, 2013

An examination of the people that Ezekiel had to preach to, and God's reaction.

Ezekiel 2:3 And He said to me: “Son of man, I am sending you to the children of Israel, to a rebellious nation that has rebelled against Me; they and their fathers have transgressed against Me to this very day. Israel was no longer a holy people. They were rebellious and had turned away ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking The Bondage Of Fear Series

Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 15, 2016

Fear brings bondage; faith brings liberty. Choose right!

Title: Fear vs. Faith – 4 Breaking the Bondage of Fear Text: Hebrews 2:14-15 Five-year old Johnny was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone. “It’s dark in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

"This World Is Not Our Home"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 4, 2014

The sermon teaches we are on a journey, pilgrimage, or sojourning so how do we survive? We survive by embracing our foreignness, seeking Gods protection, align with other citizens, have a good attitude, and remember we are here for a reason.

“This World is not our Home” John 17:1-19 1. Jesus said the following about the Disciples He shares they are not citizens here 14I have given them your word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. 16They ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

Friendship With God

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 18, 2014

Everyone has the choice to either be friends with God or friends with the world. In this passage, James gives us seven characteristics of the person who is a friend of God.

JOURNEY THROUGH JAMES #6: FRIENDSHIP WITH GOD INTRO TO TOPIC: What are some of the most important things in your world? I am sure that most of you would say it is your friendships. Have you ever pondered what it means that we have the opportunity to become friends with God, the Creator of the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: *other

Arroyos Que Fluyen Desde LÍbano (Cantos De Salomón 4:15)

Contributed by James Dina on May 22, 2021

Somos un "arroyos que fluyen desde Líbano", que se precipita por muchas cataratas y avanza con la fuerza irresistible de Dios, barriendo todo, hasta encontrar el descanso perfecto.

ARROYOS QUE FLUYEN DESDE LÍBANO "Una fuente de jardines, un pozo de aguas vivas, y arroyos que fluyen desde Líbano" (Cantos de Salomón 4:15) El antiguo Líbano bíblico era uno de los lugares más dulces de toda la tierra de Canaán (Isaías 29:17), ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ruisseaux Coulant Du Liban (Cantiques Des Cantiques 4:15).

Contributed by James Dina on May 22, 2021

Nous sommes un "Ruisseaux coulant du Liban", qui se jette dans de nombreuses chutes d'eau et s'élance en avant avec la force irrésistible de Dieu, balayant tout, jusqu'à ce que nous trouvions le repos parfait.

Ruisseaux coulant du Liban (Cantiques des Cantiques 4:15). "Une fontaine de jardins, un puits d'eaux vives, et des Ruisseaux coulant du Liban" (Cantiques des Cantiques 4:15). L'ancien Liban biblique était l'un des endroits les plus doux de tout le pays de Canaan ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ruscelli Dal Libano (Cantico Di Salomone 4:15)

Contributed by James Dina on May 23, 2021

Noi siamo un "ruscelli dal Libano", per essere sbattuti giù da molte cascate e per sfrecciare in avanti con la forza irresistibile di Dio, spazzando via tutto, fino a trovare il riposo perfetto.

ruscelli dal Libano "Una fontana di giardini, un pozzo di acque vive e ruscelli dal Libano" (Cantico di Salomone 4:15) L'antico Libano biblico era uno dei luoghi più dolci di tutta la terra di Canaan (Isaia 29:17), che aveva una catena montuosa bianca e innevata (Geremia ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Streams Mula Sa Lebanon (Mga Kanta Ni Solomon 4:15)

Contributed by James Dina on May 23, 2021

Kami ay isang "STREAM MULA SA LEBANON", na ibagsak ang maraming pagbagsak ng tubig at dash forward kasama ang hindi mapaglabanan na puwersa ng Diyos, na pinapawi ang lahat, hanggang sa makahanap kami ng perpektong pahinga.

STREAMS MULA SA LEBANON "Isang bukal ng mga hardin, isang balon ng mga buhay na tubig, at mga STREAMS MULA SA LEBANON" (Mga Kanta ni Solomon 4:15). Ang sinaunang biblikal na Lebanon ay isa sa mga pinakatamis na lugar sa buong lupain ng Canaan (Isaias 29:17), na mayroong isang puting, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 4:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

"What Ever Happened To The Flea Or Flee?"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 15, 2016

The sermon shares with us the question God maybe asking us, What ever happened to the flee to the altar.

What Ever happened to the Flee? Gen. 19:1-26 God's destruction of the wicked cities of Sodom and Gomorrah is a story that makes a vivid impression on the young. A teacher relating the story to her class was saying, "Lot was warned to take his wife and flee, out of the city ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-26

Denomination: Methodist