Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times
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Emphasize the importance of resisting the devil's schemes, guarding our hearts, and protecting God's Kingdom by not giving the devil a foothold through unwholesome actions or words.
Good morning family! It's a joy to be gathered here together in the house of the Lord. Today, we're going to delve into a powerful passage from the book of Ephesians. We're going to talk about the danger of giving opportunity to the devil, the power of resisting his schemes, and our responsibility ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:27-29
Topics: Devil, Opportunity
Would that your lips never question God’s love for you! Would that your mind never doubt God’s love for you! Would that your heart never cease to wonder at God’s love for you!
We are majoring in the minor Prophets this summer. Summer means baseball and the major leagues as well! Most of you know the name Jackie Robinson. Robinson was the first African American to break into Major League Baseball. Robinson broke baseball’s color barrier on April 15, 1947, when he donned ...read more
Scripture: Malachi 1:1-5, John 10:31-32, Luke 13:34
Denomination: Baptist
Sowing discord among the bretheren is the sin God hates most of all;is caused by pride; and is seen in the church at Corinth.
Let me ask you a question: “Have you ever found a Christian group that doesn’t have any problems?” If so, don’t join it—you’ll ruin everything. Every person has their own weaknesses and faults; and since a church is made up of imperfect people, every church will have problems. The church at ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, Proverbs 6:16-19
Our worship of God can be rejected. Today we examine ourselves to see if God accepts our worship.
Introductory Considerations 1. "I hate, I despise your religious feasts; I cannot stand your assemblies. Even though you bring me burnt offerings and grain offerings, I will not accept them. Away with the noise of your songs! I will not listen to the music of your harps." Your pianos and ...read more
Scripture: Amos 5:1
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Some thoughts I shared about God’s hatred of sin in a recent sermon.
Some thoughts I shared about God’s hatred of sin in a recent sermon. 1) God hates sin because it is the very antithesis of His nature. The psalmist describes God’s hatred of sin this way: “For You are not a God who takes pleasure in wickedness; no evil dwells with You” (Psalm 5:4). 2) God hates ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 5:4, Revelation 6:8, Genesis 3:8, Psalm 16:11, Matthew 15:14, 1 John 2:11, Judges 16:21, Romans 6:16 (view more) (view less)
Denomination: Assembly Of God
There’s an old saying "God hates the sin, but loves the sinner." But the Bible actually tells me God hates sinners. How can that be?
A man was driving down a country road, and - off to the side of the road - he saw an old tumbledown barn. On the side of the barn- a young man had apparently painted this message: "I love you, Kathy." The man smiled as he drove on and thought about the beauty of those few simple words. A few ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
There are probably some things you really hate, but did you know that God also has some things He hates? We should hate what He hates.
There are some things in life I really hate. I hate traffic (mainly because I hate waiting). I hate the dentist. I hate going to the doctor for a physical. I hate the government and their agenda to take away our freedom. Did you know that God also has a hate list? Text: Proverbs 6:16-19. 1. A ...read more
If your church was built by the will of man causing division in the Body, you are not in the path of blessing.
These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19, Romans 15:20-21
Why are Christians persecuted for proclaiming a message of redeeming love?
The World Hated Me First John 15:18-25 This passage occurs in the middle of what is called Jesus’ farewell sermon to his disciples which begins proper after Judas goes off to betray Him. Jesus, even before the Last Supper worked to prepare them for what was about to happen. He told them that they ...read more
Scripture: John 15:18-25
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Though the world might hate us and persecute us because we do not belong to the world, we have the assurance that God will love us. What’s more important? (Watch video reflection here: https://youtu.be/mwGtoUqpcv8)
Scripture Reading: Mark 16:15-18 And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation. The one who believes and is baptized will be saved; but the one who does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: by using my name ...read more
Scripture: Mark 16:15-18
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Jesus as hated without cause by the world and you will not be treated differently. You will be hated without a cause by this world in the same manner
May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THEY HATE YOU WITHOUT A CAUSE John 15:22-27King James Version (KJV) 22 If I had not come and spoken unto them, they had not had sin: but now they have no cloak for their sin. 23 He that hateth me hateth my Father also. 24 If I had not done among ...read more
Scripture: John 15:22-27
Denomination: Charismatic
To show that we need to be after spiritual blessing more than physical blessing, and we embrace grace rather than the law.
I. EXORDIUM: Do you still think that you can work your way to heaven? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to be after spiritual blessing more than physical blessing, and we embrace grace rather than the law. IV. TEXT: Genesis 27:1 (Contemporary English ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 27:1
Denomination: Pentecostal
One-third of church goers have quit watching online services and experts predict they will never come back to church! They are falling away. They are playing games with God and we must alert them to the terrible consequences.
GAMES PEOPLE PLAY WITH GOD Isaiah 1:13-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An avid fan of the Washington Redskins took his dog to a friend’s house for an afternoon of watching their favorite team. The friend was surprised to see the dog, but felt like the dog might be more exciting to watch than the ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 1:13-17, Psalm 51:6
Esau never expressed any repentance for his sinful choices. The Bible says, “If I hide iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me.” (Psa. 66:18,19) Not only did Esau make one bad mistake but for the rest of his life he refused to confess and forsake
Esau’s Choice – Genesis 25:19-34 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how to avoid making impulsive decisions that they will later regret. Illustration: Both the hummingbird and the vulture fly over our nation’s deserts. All vultures see is rotting meat, because ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34
When we want instant gratification, we commit the same kind of errors as did Esau.
Jacob and Esau were twins but they were as different as day and night. 1. Jacob was more the domestic Homeboy who enjoyed the quieter things while Esau was the hunter out in the woods bringing game for the table. 2. Jacob was smooth of skin, Esau had a hairy body. 3. Jacob was suave, Esau ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 25:27-34
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