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Christmas Is Not What It Should Be

Contributed by Rev. Mike Willard on Dec 15, 2009

Determing if we are winning or just looking like a Christian.

Christmas, not like it should be Matthew 2:1-12 If you will turn in your Bibles with me to Matthew 2:1-12, as we read some of the Christmas story this morning. Many times we ponder what things would be like if we only had done it this way or we thought about it a little longer than what we did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Mourn! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 15, 2011

Blessed are those who mourn for they WILL be comforted, lets get an insight into what this means and why we should all at some stage mourn our sins.

Matthew 5:1-5 You might remember from last week that I started a series on the beatitudes, so what was beatitude? Beatitude comes from the Latin word for blessed – or beatus. So what Jesus starts, what would be the greatest sermon, the most history changing sermon ever preached with was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Seven Words

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 31, 2023

Focus attention on the moment planned before the creation of the world: The crucifixion of Jesus.

The Seven Words Introduction We have been making our way through Matthew’s Gospel, following the life of Jesus from his birth, baptism, ministry, and parables. Last week we studied the last of his teachings before the events began to quickly lead him to Calvary. In a flurry of activity we read ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:25-27, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Hard Message Of Change

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 2, 2021

Sermon for the first Sunday of 2021

“A Hard Message of Change” Luke 3:7-9 A sermon for 1/3/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 3 “7 Then he said to the multitudes that came out to be baptized by him, “Brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8 Therefore bear fruits worthy of repentance, and do not begin to say to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-9, 2 Corinthians 6:2, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Methodist

Prayer Of Jabez - Hand Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 22, 2022

Jabez's knew that he needed God's presence to go with him.

Title: Prayer of Jabez – Passionate Prayer and the Hand of the Lord 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, "Because I bore him in pain." (10) And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, "Oh, that You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Bread That Will Last Forevermore, Jesus Christ

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Sep 24, 2003

No doubt Jesus Christ is what we need to survive.

May 18, 2003 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US The Bread that will Last Forevermore, JESUS CHRIST He began His ministry by being hungry, yet He is the Bread of Life. Jesus ended His earthly ministry by being thirsty, yet He is the Living Water. Jesus was weary, yet He is our rest. Jesus paid tribute, yet He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-2, John 6:48

Denomination: Methodist

Waiting On God

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 6, 2001

Questions to ask yourself at Christmas.

Years ago in Scotland, the Clark family had a dream. Clark and his wife worked and saved, making plans for their nine children and themselves to travel to the United States. It had taken years, but they finally saved enough money and obtained passports and reservations for the entire family on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Day The Angels Wept

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Dec 6, 2007

A look at the role of angels, especially as they ministered to our Lord during His earthly life. Part of this sermon is in drama form.

The Day the Angels Wept Matthew 1:18-25 WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT ANGELS? Not a lot, but we do know some things that the Bible teaches us about them. For example… o There are a lot of them—millions, in fact o They are very powerful—more so than us o They are mighty warriors—like Michael (see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

Able Available & Actively Seeking God Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 12, 2006

When Jesus comes around your life are you like Zacchaeus who couldn’t wait to see and experience Jesus - or are you like the third servant in Jesus’ parable who wants nothing to do with the family business?

If you’ve ever been laid off and received unemployment insurance you know the saying "able, available, and actively seeking." It’s what you’ve got to do in order to continue receiving those benefits. You are able to work, you are available to accept work, and you are actively seeking to find ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What We Can And Should Do After Christmas

Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 30, 2012

WE ARE ALWAYS PRESENTED WITH CHOICES IN OUR LIVES. WHAT SHOULD WE DO ABOUT THIS OR THAT? WHAT CAN WE DO NOW THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED? EVERY SITUATION INEVITABLY BRINGS CHOICES WITH IT. THE DIFFICULT PART IS DECIDING WHAT THE BEST CHOICE IS. AND A CLOSE

WHAT WE CAN AND SHOULD DO AFTER CHRISTMAS Luke 2:15-22 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." 16  So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Destination.... Jerusalem

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 29, 2023

Palm Sunday .... It started with a donkey. The King rides on in majesty, but He is on His way to the cross. Many people have their favorite author and novels written.... The Story of Jesus could have been a Greek tragedy, But God had other plans for His story.

In Jesus Holy Name March 26,2023 Text: John 12:1,2,12-14 Palm Sunday Redeemer “Destination ….Jerusalem” It started with a donkey. Jesus sent his disciples to the village of Bethphage with instructions to bring back a donkey. When you read ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-14, Matthew 21:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Queen Esther Sermon Ii: Doing The Right Thing Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

In times of turmoil, women of inner strength rise to the challenge of acting upon their moral convictions thereby doing the right thing rather than giving in to the pressures of worldly-minded folks who urge hostile responses.

ESTHER: THE RIGHT THING WHAT GOD’S PEOPLE WITH MORAL CONVICTIONS DO ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:21-23, Esther 3:1-6

Paul’s Trial In Caesarea Philippi (Part 1) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 15, 2024

Can any man (or woman) truly be greater than the Gospel? Even with all the pomp and ceremony of the Roman culture, Paul stands firm on the premise that life is not about us, but is about Jesus. This is his testimony, and one that we can learn to emulate also!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 37 Paul’s trial in Caesarea Philippi Acts 25:1-27 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week: discussed Paul being a prisoner for 2+ years (by Felix) in Casearia -- Felix was hoping Paul would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-27, Matthew 5:11, Acts 23:11, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Ephesians 4:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Trial Of Stephen, Part 4

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 29, 2024

We continue to study Stephen's address to the Sanhedrin. This week we will zero in on the call of Moses at the bruning bush.

The Trial of Stephen, Part 4 Acts 7:30–35 NKJV “And when forty years had passed, an Angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire in a bush, in the wilderness of Mount Sinai. When Moses saw it, he marveled at the sight; and as he drew near to observe, the voice of the Lord came to him, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:30-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Falling Away

Contributed by Robert Cox on Apr 21, 2007

Have we left our First Love?

MAT 24:4Jesus answered: "Watch out that no one deceives you. 5For many will come in my name, claiming, ’I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many. 6You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. 7Nation will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-14

Denomination: Pentecostal