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"continuing The Ministry Of Jesus"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 2, 2020

It can happen today. Do we want it to?

“Continuing the Ministry of Jesus” Acts 2:42-3:10 There was once a young man who snuck into church hoping no one would notice him. The only reason he came was because he was interested in a girl who sang in the choir. He hoped that if he was in the service he’d be able to see her at the end ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Christmas Is Coming

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 13, 2016

Three Things we need to Know about Christmas

“Christmas is Coming” December 2, 2016 Matthew two It was Friday morning and I was lying in bed about 5:00am debating whether to get up and make coffee or go back to sleep for another half hour or so. I decided on that latter choice but as I closed my eyes to sleep I prayed a little prayer for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-52, Luke 14:1-3

Denomination: Holiness

And It Shall Come To Pass Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 18, 2017

Nothing is random to God. There are no accidents with God. He is sovereignly in control, at all times and in all ways.

Going against God’s warning, Ahab decides to retake Ramoth-gilead. READ 1 Kings 22:29-38. Ahab has a battle plan - disguise himself. No one will be able to identify him, if they are out to kill him. • It’s strange. He did not believe prophet Micaiah’s words and yet somehow feared that it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 22:29-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Divine, Second Sunday Of Advent "Love" Series

Contributed by Jack Smithwick on Nov 29, 2012

The Advent of Christ

LOVE DIVINE Luke 2:8-14, Dec. 2, 2012 I wonder what Christmas means to a mother who has lost her husband or a man who has lost his wife and his children’s mother. Now a single mother or father who has the responsibility of not only making a living but also the care of small children and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Out Of Control

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 31, 2023

Happy are we whose God is the maker of Heaven and Earth, because we do not have to bribe him to take care of us.

Pete and Laura had been married 12 years, 7 months and 13 days when Pete told Laura he wanted a sex change operation. He told her that he had always felt that he was really a woman trapped in a man’s body, and that he could no longer go on living as a man. Laura couldn’t understand. How could she? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:6-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Surprise Witness

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 19, 2023

The account of the Roman soldier who witnessed the death of Jesus and became convinced that Jesus was the son of God.

Rufus wished he were anywhere but here. He had never wanted to come to Palestine in the first place, every legionnaire in the Empire knew that it was a lousy assignment. No loot, no glory, no chance for advancement. And he couldn’t even get decent duty like chasing bandits in Galilee. No, he had to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sardis: Socially Active But Spiritually Dead

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 3, 2020

Sardis was the fifth church Jesus addressed in the Revelation. While the letter was shorter than the others, this one was the most severe. Apparently, Sardis has assimilated into the culture - with little difference known between the church and the world.

Sardis: Socially Active but Spiritually Dead Revelation 3: 1-6 As we continue to examine the churches to whom John sent letters, we come to the fifth – the church at Sardis. Of the seven, the message to Sardis was the most severe. They were content to rely on prior works and a reputation from the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Pogs

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 8, 2025

God will not look you over for medals degrees or diplomas, but for scars. - Elbert Hubbard

If you have ever served in the military, you have heard the term POG (pronounced pogue). It means Persons Other than Grunt or noncombatants. Grunts being the ones in the firefight. POGs are often behind the lines a good ways such as medical, financial, personnel, logistics and such personnel. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Cinderella Church

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 25, 2023

Let’s ask God to help us dream big and believe in the future he has for us.

"Who is here among you that remembers this house in its former glory?“ Most of you, right? Do you remember how things were, a couple of months into the rebuilding process, when the debris had been cleared away but the rebuilding hadn’t really begun yet. The shock of the fire and the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Bondage To Breakthrough: God’s Hand In The Story Of His People

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Feb 21, 2025

What are we passing on? Are we just remembering history, or are we continuing the legacy? Are we walking in the faith and strength of those who came before us? Because whether it’s a hat, a prayer, or a testimony—we are here today because someone before us refused to quit!

Sermon Title: “From Bondage to Breakthrough: God’s Hand in the Story of His People” Main Scripture: Exodus 3:7-8 – “I have indeed seen the misery of my people in Egypt. I have heard them crying out because of their slave drivers, and I am concerned about their suffering. So I have come down to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:7-8, Acts 8:26-39, Acts 16:25-26, Micah 6:8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Stone Throwing In Church

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 4, 2002

An application to John 8:1-10

I went out and gathered small flat stones to pass out to the church. Also I dressed in blue jeans and a nice shirt. (I normally dress in a coat and tie). When you are in a conservative church jeans are a big deal. This is just some Ideas. Preach it! Stone Throwing in Church John 8:1-11 4-7-2002 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, John 8:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

3 Moments In Time

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 27, 2015

The word "moment" is used 3X in the N.T., KJV. 3 Greek words are used and applied to 3 areas: temptation, trials, and the Rapture. It's amazing how God can intervene during each "moment" and how He turns them around for our good!

3 MOMENTS IN TIME Lk. 4:5; 2 Cor. 4:17; 1 Cor. 15:51 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TAKING THE QUEUE 1. When Ruth Rowles husband, James Rowles, was in the seminary, he was invited to preach at a small rural church. 2. However, the man who was to introduce him to the congregation had trouble ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Are We?

Contributed by Thomas Baird on Oct 17, 2004

Used at the annual meeting of our association.. telling the Church in America, its time to RISE UP! and do the Work the Lord has for us.

Who Are We? 10/15/2004 Introduction… I would like to thank the First Baptist Church of -------for having us here this evening, and I thank the association as well, for allowing me to be a part of this service. And I want to thank my daughter, Katy, for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

U & Your Friends Series

Contributed by Brian Bolton on Jul 9, 2005

Message 1 in a four part series about "U" and growing in Christian community.

CenterPointe Christian Church – 7.10.05 Series: U-ology -- Message 1: U & Your Friends Sophie and Shirley, two elderly widows in a Florida adult community, are curious about the latest arrival in their building -- a quiet, nice looking gentleman who keeps to himself. Shirley says, "Sophie, you ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Separated People

Contributed by James May on Oct 27, 2002

God demands a separation of His people from those of the world. We must live a sanctified and holy life if we want to please the Lord.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Corinthians 6:17-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible