Sermons on God As Defender:

Struggling

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 11, 2023

Christ Jesus will share our burdens and help us carry the loads of life.

Struggling – Matthew 11: 16- 30 Intro: Have you ever tried to tighten a screw with one of these (a butter knife)? It can be done; but, it is much easier to do it with the right one of these (a screw driver – 2 types: regular and fillips). It is even easier with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Yoke Of Christ

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 15, 2023

The yoke of Christ is when the burdens become to much Jesus says, "Come unto Me".

Matthew 11: 28 The Yoke of Christ 1. Jesus was constantly working, busy ministering to all sorts of issues. • He healed day by day, He brought joy to the hopeless, the blind and the lepers. • He brought hope to all who knew or heard of him like the woman with the issue of blood she said “ if I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Methodist

For You

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 7, 2023

A Sermon for Maundy Thursday

April 6, 2023 Maundy Thursday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Matthew 26:17-30 For You Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There is joy in hosting a meal. Eating is so essential to all of us. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Lutheran

The Holy Spirit Is With And In Us As We Share Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 11, 2023

The Holy Spirit equips the whole body of disciples to continue the work of Christ.

Sixth Sunday of Easter 2023 For several weeks now, after the Paschal celebration, we have been hearing the last teaching of Jesus from the Gospel of John. This long speech and promise is positioned by John at the Last Supper, but it would also make sense in the period between Easter and Christ’s ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21, 1 Peter 3:15-18, Psalm 66:1-20, Acts 8:5-17

Denomination: Catholic

The Two Resurrections

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 20, 2023

What are the two resurrections to come? One is for the saved and the other is for the lost.

Truths that are found in the Bible and very important to us and our eternity. 1. Ignorance of these truths do not change the truth of it. 2. Ignoring, or not responding to the truth does not change it either, Hebrews 2:3, Neglect. 3. Let me encourage you to learn all you can about the subjects and ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Mission Is Our Mission

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 22, 2023

Jesus leaves but now his mission becomes our mission.

"Jesus’s Mission is our Mission” Acts 1:6-14 1. Jesus’s Mission was to preach the Gospel” says Matthew 4:23Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in the synagogues, preaching the good news of kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. • Jesus Mission was to preach ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14

Denomination: Methodist

How Oft Is Oft

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 10, 2024

Over the years, I have seen some confusion over how often oft is.

1 Cor 11:25  After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. Over the years, I have seen some confusion over how often oft is. Some churches practice this monthly, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:25

Denomination: Baptist

Acts 25

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 26, 2020

Paul before Festus and Agrippa

Paul before Festus (v. 1-22) “When Festus took office as the governor, he personally went to Jerusalem for a briefing on Paul’s case, then held a trial in Caesarea similar to that of Felix’s trial. The upshot of this trial was that Festus wanted to take Paul back to Jerusalem to face the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Open Your Eyes

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

You must learn the language and literary method that the people in Jesus used if you truly want to understand the Scripture. Hillel's method of asking questions is the optimal way.

Near Eastern people in Yeshua's (and later on) wrote in allegories, metaphors, and parables. Is this healing story real? In the minds of Near Eastern people, it does not matter. The lesson of the story is the key. The lesson is that everyone must open their eyes to reading the Torah and live ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:21-37

Denomination: United Methodist

You Cannot Silence What Is Just And Right

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

Jesus healed on the Sabbath. Where in the Bible does it say that you cannot do that? The question of what you can and cannot do and when is the debate.

It is the Sabbath, and Yeshua went to the synagogue as all pious Hebrews did in His day. Mark’s author sets up the event by telling us that “they” were watching Him, observing what Yeshua was going to do. Why are they watching Him? At this point in the Gospel, the leaders of the various sects of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Prophecy Panic

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 9, 2021

Jesus often did not answer questions, but replied with more important comments. What’s the purpose of Jesus’ prophecy in Mark 13? Let’s discuss Jesus’ non-sequitur answer to his disciples’ question about when these things will be in Mark 13:1-8.

Prelude Jesus would have frustrated modern reporters. He often did not answer questions, but replied with more important comments. Purpose: What’s the purpose of Jesus’ prophecy in Mark 13? Plan: Let’s discuss Jesus’ non-sequitur answer to his disciples’ question about when these things will be in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Marriage Supper Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Oct 6, 2021

A wedding creates excitement. This marriage must be explained in the light of the day.

I. The Fact of the Marriage 1. The most fantastic and wonderful wedding of all time is yet to take place. a. This marriage described in the parable of Jesus. 1) Luke 12:35-36 2) Matthew 22:2-5; kingdom of Heaven 3) Matthew 25:1-13 b. This marriage is described through the vision of John. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Watching In Prayer.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 10, 2022

How long, Lord.

WATCHING IN PRAYER. Habakkuk 1:1-4, Habakkuk 2:1-4. This is the oracle or “burden” which Habakkuk the prophet did “see” (Habakkuk 1:1). So, right from the top, we understand that the prophet’s patient waiting of Habakkuk 2:1 paid off. When Habakkuk speaks of his message as a burden, it ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4, Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do I Avoid Greed? Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jun 9, 2021

Greed happens when we stop worshipping the creator of things and start worshipping things created.

Proverbs How Do I … Avoid Greed June 13, 2021 Proverbs 1:10-19 NIV My son, if sinful men entice you, do not give in to them.11 If they say, “Come along with us; let’s lie in wait for innocent blood, let’s ambush some harmless soul; 12 let’s swallow them alive, like the grave, and whole, like those ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:10-19, 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Disciple Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 5, 2021

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Being A Disciple".

Series: Being A Disciple [#1] A DISCIPLE… Luke 14:25-28 Introduction: As the Lord is showing me what He means by “extend your reach”; I want us to see what a disciple of Jesus should look like. What do you think about when you hear the word Christian? What comes to mind? Do you think of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-28

Denomination: Baptist