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Temple Tantrum Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 28, 2015

The Cleansing of the Temple was chosen for inclusion in the Gospels not as just information, but is amazingly rich in meaning.

Temple Tantrum (Mark 11:15-19) 1. One guy made a New Year’s resolution without much meaning. He resolved he would never shovel snow again. Since he lived in Miami Beach, Florida, it was a resolution he no doubt kept! 2. Besides the most common resolutions — like losing weight, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Victory

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Victory

Joshua 6 v 1- 21 God had planned that Israel should possess the land. - Deut 1:8 Behold, I have set the land before you: go in and possess the land which the LORD sware unto your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give unto them and to their seed after them. The Battle of Jericho was with the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

Not Scattering, But Bringing Together

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 16, 2022

Looking at the story of the wasteful servant with a global perspective helps us to understand the kind of community Jesus wants to build in our lives.

Twenty Fifth Sunday in Course 2022 When Our Lord told parables to his followers, He was saying to them, “gather around me and listen. I have a story that might help you understand God’s kingdom.” So in many cases, we ought not spend too much time trying to analyze the characters, asking which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8, Amos 8:4-7, Luke 16:1-13, Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Catholic

Studying God

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 22, 2022

Theos (θεός) is Greek for God. So, studying God is called theology. What does the Bible reveal about God?

Theos (?e??) is Greek for God. So, studying God is called theology. What does the Bible reveal about God? Is God a Spirit? “God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.” (John 4:24 KJV) Does Jesus reveal that God is gentle? “... for I am gentle and humble ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Satan’s Powers And Spiritual Battles Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 21, 2022

The Bible shows us that Satan battles, hinders and oppresses not only in the spiritual realm but also the realm of man. Let’s look at several examples of Satan’s powers and his battles.

1. Power of Death Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he (Christ) also took part of the same (became flesh); that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil. Hebrews 2:14 2. Rulers of Darkness Put on the whole armor of God, so ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14, Ephesians 6:11-12, 1 Chronicles 21:1, Zechariah 3:1-2, John 13:2, John 13:27, Luke 22:3, Acts 5:3, 1 Thessalonians 2:18, Acts 26:13-18, Acts 13:6-10, Luke 13:11-16, Acts 10:38, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Matthew 16:21-23, Revelation 2:24, Luke 22:31, Daniel 10:12-14, Jude 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

No More Conditions

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 22, 2022

Following Christ is to love him unconditionally in our lives

No More Conditions Scripture 1 Kings 19:16, 1 Kings 19:19-21, Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-18, Luke 9:51-62. Reflection My dear sisters and brothers, Today’s gospel is a sequence of four incidents: 1. The first incident is the encounter between the messengers of Jesus and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:16, 1 Kings 19:19-21, Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-18, Luke 9:51-62  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Lead Like King Solomon

Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 5, 2023

King Solomon was not only a great O.T. king but he was also a great leader. Solomon's wisdom and leadership helped turn the nation of Israel into a great world power during O.T. times. King Solomon's leadership and wisdom can be applied today in every life situation.

The Bible says in 1 Kings 3:1-9 CSB Solomon made an alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt by marrying Pharaoh’s daughter. Solomon brought her to the city of David until he finished building his palace, the Lord’s temple, and the wall surrounding Jerusalem. However, the people were sacrificing on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-9, 2 Chronicles 1:10-12, Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Prayer To Praise.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 27, 2025

Be merciful. My heart is fixed. Be thou exalted.

FROM PRAYER TO PRAISE. Psalm 57:1-11. This is a beautifully crafted Psalm which, according to the title, was written by David ‘when he fled from Saul in the cave.’ The Psalm has two sections: first a prayer (PSALM 57:1-6); then second, praise (PSALM 57:7-11). Each section opens with a repeated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tabernacle (Hebrews 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 26, 2024

What did the earthly tabernacle symbolize in Jesus and in heaven? Let's discuss this in Hebrews 9.

Was the earthly tabernacle a picture of heaven? Did Christ enter through the greater and more perfect tabernacle into heaven? Does the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, cleanse our conscience from dead works to serve the living God? Is a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Petition Prayer Series

Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Aug 14, 2023

Prayer is very broad; in this series, we will study the dimensions or elements of prayer.

Petition Prayer Petition: Request Appeal Psalms 20:5: “We will rejoice in thy salvation and in the name of our God, we will set up our banners and the Lord will fulfill all thy petitions.” Introduction: A petition is presented when one needs justice over certain matters. Daughters of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:6, Psalm 20:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Noticed

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 17, 2023

Jesus was noticed when he entered Jerusalem on "Palm Sunday." Is your church recognized in your town or city? Why is this important?

Getting Noticed John 12:12-19 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 12 And the next day, a great multitude who had come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, 13 took boughs of palm-trees, and went out to meet him. And they cried, and said: Hosanna, Blessed is he that cometh in ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Bring Me Another Vessel

Contributed by Samuel M on Sep 24, 2024

God's oil was overflowing, but her expectations or limitations stopped the flow of oil. She did not prepare for a great miracle by gathering many vessels. She prepared by gathering vessels based on her expectation (or limitation) just expecting a (small) miracle.

So Elisha said to her, “What shall I do for you? Tell me, what do you have in the house?” And she said, “Your maidservant has nothing in the house but a jar of oil.” Then he said, “Go, borrow vessels from everywhere, from all your neighbors—empty vessels; do not gather just a few. And when you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:2-7

The Sacrifices (Leviticus 22)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 23, 2024

How did the sacrifices foreshadow Jesus and us? Let's look at Leviticus 22.

Did the Old Testament sacrifices, and the demands on those who performed them, foreshadow a much more perfect sacrifice? How are we also to be living sacrifices? Let’s look at Leviticus 22. Was the person offering the sacrifices to be healthy? The Lord told Moses to say to Aaron and his sons: I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Lesson #10 Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Mar 27, 2024

We have completed six of the seven trumpet’s calls. In between the sixth and last trumpet, one with great authority over both land and sea appeared. In his hand was a little book which caused the one with authority to cry. When he cried, ‘seven’ ‘thunders’ spoke.

A thorough study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to show his servants things which must shortly come to pass. (Rev. 1:1) Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Do You Say You Are? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 8, 2024

In the world today, people often define themselves by their accomplishments etc

In the world today, people often define themselves by their accomplishments, possessions, or status. But as followers of Jesus, our identity is not found in earthly things. In Matthew 16, Jesus asks His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" Peter responds, "You are the Christ, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:17, Matthew 10:16, Acts 2:17-18, 1 Corinthians 12:10