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The Joyful Christ (Or Christian)

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 5, 2009

Why do we complain? Because it’s easier than dealing, and solving a real problem. A great word for the beginning of the holiday season.

The Happy Christian Luke 1:5-20 There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the division of Abijah. His wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. 6 And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Thugs In Paradise” Word 2 Of The 7 Sayings Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 7, 2023

The seven last words are the seven last phrases recorded across the Gospels that Jesus said before finally dying on the cross. This is the 2 politically charged statement.

Luke 23:43, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in Paradise.” “Thugs in Paradise” Growing up I understood that I had a little more grit than some of the others. I realized that while some young men were going to stay out of trouble and get home on time and make good grades, I mean ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: United Methodist

What Belongs To God Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 22, 2005

As Jesus addresses the attacks of the religious leaders, He teaches us how to be good stewards, good citizens, and good students of the Word.

For more Bible studies visit: www.CalvaryChapelNewberg.org At the end of the previous chapter Jesus has just had encounter with the Pharisees and Teachers of the Law who demanded to know His authority. Jesus would not tell them unless they expressed an opinion about John the Baptist’s authority - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Does God Work In Mysterious Ways?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 25, 2024

One of the first things every Christian needs to learn about God is that He is incomprehensible, which means we are not capable of fully understanding Him.

However, that does not mean He is mysterious because He has revealed Himself quite extensively in the Bible, nature, and especially in Jesus, who shows us a wonderful picture of what the Triune God is like, to the point that we can truly and intimately know Him well. I hear the phrase "God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9, Ephesians 1:9, Colossians 1:24-29, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Staying Clean In A Polluted World.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 17, 2021

‘Staying Clean in a Polluted World.’ 1 Peter chapter 1 verses 13-21 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Be Ready Mentally (vs 13-14) • An Alert Mind (VS 13A). • A Sober Mind (VS 13B). • A Positive Mind (VS 13C). (2). Be Ready Morally (vs 15-21) • Motivation #1: By Being Godlike (vs 16) • Motivation #2: By Being Fearful (vs 17) • Motivation #3: By Being Full (vs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Brethren

The Sin Bearer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 3, 2011

Six hundred years before Jesus was born, Isaiah prophesied about his atoning work on the cross as God’s "Suffering Servant." What would this Suffering Servant accomplish by his death?

The Sin Bearer (Isaiah 53:4-6) 1. Many clearly Biblical, crucial beliefs are under assault these days. One of those beliefs is our conviction that Christ died as our substitute, that he took our sins upon himself when he died on the cross, and that he paid the penalty for our sins and offered ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Angel Prayer Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 23, 2014

The children of God that see and hear, hold visions in their hearts know of the angels' presence and know of the spiritual realm---what happens in the spirit and WAIT for the manifestation here on earth as we wait for the harvest of God.

Angel Prayer by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 23, 2014) “Therefore speak I to them in parables: because they seeing not see not; and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand. And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-58

Denomination: Friends

Ashes Of Disobedience Series

Contributed by David Roth on Mar 6, 2015

Lent 2 (B) midweek. By grace Christ has changed us from sons of disobedience to children of God. Therefore, we do not walk in sin, but we walk in His path of righteousness, doing the works He has prepared for us to do.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Ashes of Disobedience” How is your walk with the Lord? How is your faith walk? It’s a question that we hear asked within Christian ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Getting A Handle On Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 27, 2014

Life is more than bowl of cherries, and God wants us to take life seriously. He gives us specific hands-on instructions about how to do this in his Word. Today, we will examine three principles that summarize how to get a handle on life as believers.

Getting A Handle on Life (Proverbs 22:1-5) 1. A middle school was faced with a unique problem. A number of girls were beginning to use lipstick and would put it on in the bathroom. That was fine, but after they put on their lipstick they would press their lips to the mirrors leaving dozens of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Masterpiece: Created For A Purpose Ephesians 2:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024

Ephesians 2:1 reminds us that we are not here by accident; we are God's masterpiece, created with purpose and intention. The transformative truth is that God has crafted us uniquely for His good works.

God's Masterpiece: Created for a Purpose Ephesians 2:10 Introduction: Today, we gather to delve into a powerful truth found in Ephesians 2:10. This verse reminds us that we are not here by accident; we are God's masterpiece, created with purpose and intention. As we explore this passage, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Psalm 139:14, 2 Corinthians 5:17, James 2:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking In God’s Presence Is The Most Wonderful And Valuable Thing. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Sep 1, 2009

Part one of a two part series on being in the Presence of God.

What if I was to make you an offer? I have two rings one that is made of Gold and I can guarantee that it is, it has 9 carat stamped inside it. I even meet the Jeweler that made it and it contains his makers symbol / the other is pretty cool it has a lions head on it and it looks like gold and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 38:21-31

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Holiness Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 24, 2011

Our Awesome God is Holy. He is distinct in His greatness and goodness.

Our Awesome God Series: THE HOLINESS OF GOD ISAIAH 6:1-8 [Note: portions of this message were extracted from my previous Bible study on this passage and from Bruce Goettsche message.] A little boy excitedly told his mom that he had just MEASURED HIMSELF and he was six feet tall! Mom was a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is My Neighbor

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 18, 2018

This is a Black History Sunday Message On Why African Americans Need To View Themselves Differently & How The Media Manipulates Our Views. Power point is available on request.

Who Is My Neighbor February 18, 2018 Hosea 4:1-6 Luke 10:26-37 Today’s message is going to be a different kind of a message. I am going to speak like one of the prophets of old. In our Old Testament reading from Hosea, the people of God at this time were pretty much doing what they ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:1-6, Luke 10:26-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Best Focus For Our Future

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 22, 2016

Many thanks to Leland Crawford for giving me permission to use his excellent outline. 1. Don't focus on the giants; focus on the grapes. 2. Don't focus on yourself; focus on your Savior. 3. Don't focus on your past; focus on the promises of God.

The Best Focus for Our Future Numbers 13:25-14:9 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 11, 2015 *Many thanks to Leland Crawford for giving me permission to use his excellent outline. BACKGROUND: *About 3,400 years ago, God sent Moses to deliver the Children of Israel from slavery ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

As Worthless As A Dead Battery Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 5 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem

I have the good pleasure of working alongside several self-proclaimed mechanical ignoramuses. And between these two guys, they have a LOT of talent and God has gifted them with things that he didn’t give me. But the one skillset that neither of them has ever been accused of is this: auto mechanic. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-24, Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 7:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational