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The Happiest Of Endings Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 4, 2023

Mark concludes his Gospel in chapter 16 with the angel's announcement at the empty tomb, and then the appearances to Mary, the two disciples, and then the eleven apostles. Finally, he declares Jesus return to heaven and His work in and through the apostles as they carried out His mission.

Introduction A. In an old poem called “The Widow in the Bye Street,” John Masefield depicts a scene of heartbreaking agony. 1. He depicts a young man about to be executed by hanging for crimes he had committed. 2. In the crowd witnessing this fatal event was his mother. 3. As the trap door ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ephraim & Manasseh (Genesis 48)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 31, 2024

Are we flexible enough to allow God to do the exact opposite of what we had expected? Let's look at Genesis 48.

Do we have narrow ideas as to how God should handle things? Are we flexible enough to allow God to surprise us, even when He does the exact opposite of what we may have expected? Let’s look at Genesis 48. What did Israel say to Joseph? What had God told him? After these things, someone said to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How God Defines Greatness (1 Samuel 18:5-16)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 27, 2024

The world defines greatness in terms of achievements and deeds, celebrated today and forgotten tomorrow. God defines greatness as how one lives his life. We see this in David as he continued to follow the will of the LORD.

Greatness, according to the world's standards, is measured by things such as achievements, status, education, wealth, and individual or corporate contributions to society. While these traits are admirable, they can also be a source of pride, selfishness, self-centeredness, and arrogance. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-16, Ephesians 5:5, 1 Corinthians 10:12, Proverbs 27:2, Proverbs 26:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Encompassing Love Of God

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

God's love encompasses everything. Let's open our hearts to these wonderful truths as we celebrate the birth of Christ."

"Good morning, everyone! What a joy to gather here on this Christmas Eve morning. Today, we embark on a journey to explore the depth and breadth of God's love. During Christmas, a season filled with love and joy, we are reminded of how God's love encompasses everything. Let's open ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Unchanging Call To A Changing Time

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Aug 27, 2023

We are in a time where changes is inevitable and this fast changing time in one or another affects us but we should focus and remain in unchanging call that God gave to us as His children and as His church so that we will be able to face the unchanging time that is before us.

TOPIC: THE UNCHANGING CALL TO A CHANGING TIME Text: Matthew 28:18-20 “18 Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Minas And Me:" The Parable Of The Minas

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 10, 2023

In the parable of the Minas, or what I am calling, “Minas and Me,” we are looking at the meaning behind the parable and the minas Jesus used as an example. And what the parable says, and what the minas mean, will define our mission until Jesus returns.

Parables to Live By “Minas and Me:” The Parable of the Minas Luke 19:11-27 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-c-AJNC0TU&t=11s During the late 70s and early 80s, there was great expectation within the church that Jesus would be returning soon. The reason was because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Foursquare

What Happens To Those Who Have Never Heard About Jesus?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 24, 2024

Since Jesus is the only way to salvation, then what does that mean for those who have never heard about Him or the Gospel message that only through Him can a person find salvation?

INTRODUCTION The Bible tells us that no human being is basically good and willingly seeks after God and His holiness because of the sinful nature passed down through the DNA of Adam and Eve after the Fall (See Genesis 3 – also Romans 5:12,18-19). As a result, all of humanity is dead in their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 3:10-20, Romans 10:14, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, 1 John 3:19-20, Romans 2:6-11, Psalm 19:1-4, Deuteronomy 29:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resetting Your Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 7, 2021

This Sunday’s Message Begins our “Reset Your Life” series. In our message, we’ll look at our need to hit the reset button in our lives that will reset us back to God’s original design, that is, to our initial state and to move towards a whole new plan, purpose, and future especially designed by God.

Resetting Your Life Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3UiieDq1Jk There’s an old saying, “Desperate times call for desperate measures.” With the pandemic and its high mortality rate coupled with a worldwide financial crisis and social upheaval, there seems to be an understanding amongst ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Foursquare

I Want God's Power In My Life Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 13, 2021

This is the fifth time the Great Commission is given to us in the pages of the New Testament. Say this with me: I am made for more than watching. We were made for more than two cars and satellite TV. The enemy of mission-minded Christian is to live comfortably.

This is the fifth time the Great Commission is given to us in the pages of the New Testament. Say this with me: I am made for more than watching. We were made for more than two cars and satellite TV. The enemy of mission-minded Christian is to live comfortably. Today’s Scripture “In the first ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

A New Beginning

Contributed by John Williams Iii on May 21, 2021

Many of us have had hunger pangs to return the community that Covid 19 took from us. This sermon focuses on the aspects of community, the birth of the Church, the Great Commission and How the Holy Spirit empowers us. Today we will focus on barriers, baptism and breaking out.

A NEW BEGINNING Text: Acts 2:1 - 11, 17 - 21 Act 2:1-11  When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place.  (2)  And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11, Acts 2:17-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Making Much Of Jesus!

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 26, 2021

Based on Matt. 28:16-20 - Sermon challenges hearers to consider what it takes to make much of Jesus based on the Great Commission.

“MAKING MUCH OF JESUS!” Matt. 28:16-20 INTRO – Centralia underground mine fire – Coal seam fire – when a layer of coal in the earth’s crust is ignited. The coal seam fire in Centralia, PA, has been burning since the early 1960’s & many think it could continue burning into the next ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Philip's Preaching Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 21, 2022

May we like Philip be ready to go when and where the Spirit leads. May we be prepared to boldly speak the gospel of Jesus Christ for his glory.

Context of Philips preaching Acts 6-7 Acts 6 is where we first find out about Philip. He is one of the seven chosen to help smooth over the division in the church between the Hellenistic Jews and Hebraic Jews. Philip is a Greek name. As a result of the seven the disciples increased rapidly in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Three Areas Of Historical, Prophetic, And Personal Evidence That Prove Jesus Existed - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 12, 2020

In this study, we will look at three areas of evidence; Historical, Prophetic, and Personal, and conclude with how to share your testimony.

Just a short time after my 11th birthday, my Mom died suddenly. The pain, anguish, and anger I felt made me question everything I had been taught about God, my experience with Him, and even if He existed. About two years later, I was at a YMCA camp on Catalina Island, just off the California ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 1 John 5:19, Ephesians 2:1-2, 1 Corinthians 1:21, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, Isaiah 46:9-10, Isaiah 41:22, Isaiah 41:23, 1 John 5:11-12, Psalm 35:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Courage To Proclaim The Good News

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Aug 30, 2020

In the following sermon we are going to examine Acts 4:1-22 and conclude that through the power of the Holy Spirit ordinary Christians are to have courage that they can overcome their Sanhedrin and effectively profess that salvation is only found in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Courage to Proclaim the Good News Acts 4:1-22 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Ever wonder what keeps believers from obeying the Great Commission to “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19-20)? For many Christians the mere thought of going outside of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

12 The Man Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Oct 8, 2020

This is the 12th of 31 Devotions from a series called, 'The Church Called Jonah.' These devotions are based on the book of Jonah where I'm making a comparison between Jonah and The Church of today.

Jonah 1:9 - So he said to them, “I am a Hebrew; and I fear the LORD, the God of heaven, who made the sea and the dry land.” “So he said to them…” Since Jonah had been both awoken from sleep and had been identified as the man who was behind the tempest they were facing, and since he was asked ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible