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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
The world teaches that those who finish first are always declared the winner. Much emphasis is placed on our perceived position and status in life. Jesus challenged this teaching, declaring the Last shall be First.
The Last shall be First Matthew 20:16 Much of life is guided by perceived standards and expectations. We are quite familiar with these standards, being exposed to them as long as we can remember. In order to be accepted and successful, one is taught to believe they must abide by these long held ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
In order to follow Christ requires serving others.
Loving Your Neighborhood Text: Acts 19:13-38 Introduction 1. Illustration: In the book, The Externally Focused Church, it says, "People need exercise for physical health and service for spiritual health. We learn from the Scriptures, but we grow by serving others" (Chp. 4). 2. It's simple, ...read more
Scripture: Acts 20:13-38
Denomination: Methodist
The obedience of Christ elicits, draws out, the obedience of Christians.
A CONTEXT FOR THE HYMN. Philippians 2:1-13. The word “If” that opens this passage might better be translated as “Since” (Philippians 2:1). The sense is, “If there is any encouragement in Christ (and there is), if any consolation in love (and there is), if any fellowship (sharing) in the Spirit ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Find the highest honor in the lowest places.
John Ortberg, in his book Love Beyond Reason, talks about the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, who pulled into a service station to get gas. He went inside to pay, and when he came out he noticed his wife engaged in a deep discussion with the service station attendant. It turned out that she knew him. ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11
Denomination: Evangelical Free
If we are led by the Spirit of God, then we will find clever ways to advance His mission on earth.
“A humble people you will save, O Lord, and the eyes of the proud you will humiliate, because who is god other than You, O Lord?” The words of the Offertory antiphon we will hear in a few moments. What is the difference between pride and humility? Let’s consider the last words ...read more
Scripture: Luke 16:1-9
Denomination: Catholic
What is good to remember in persecution?
What is good to remember in persecution? Just one thing: Live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or am absent, I will hear about you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind, working side by side for the faith that comes from the ...read more
Denomination: Independent/Bible
This sermon explores the significance of the Lord's Supper, emphasizing Jesus' sacrificial service, the symbolism of the supper, and salvation through selflessness.
Good morning, beloved family of God! Isn't it a joy to gather together on this fine day that the Lord has made? We are not here by chance, but by divine appointment. We are not here for a casual gathering, but for a divine encounter with the Word of God. We are here to meet with our Savior, Jesus ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28
Topics: Humility, Selfless Service, Christ's Method
The road to unity is paved with humility. Paul shares 5 reasons why we should express humility in an effort to foster unity.
Paul’s Thesis: Let me give you five reasons you should express humility and pursue unity. Why Should I Express Humility and Pursue Unity? REASON #1: I AM ENCOURAGED BY CHRIST’S PRESENCE. Paul asks these Philippians a rhetorical question that does not need an answer. He asks, "Do you ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4
We will not know everything till we get to heaven and so always humble yourself in the sight of the Lord and keep on listening and learning from Jesus Christ!
We continue our study of the Gospel (the Good News) according to Luke. Remember that Luke was not one of the first 12 disciples of Jesus Christ; but, he was likely one of the 70 disciples mentioned in the Gospels. Luke accompanied the Apostle Paul in many of the Missionary Journeys. Luke either ...read more
Scripture: Luke 5:27-39
Explores the power of faith, humility, and understanding God's holiness through the story of the Canaanite woman.
Welcome, dear friends and family in Christ, to another blessed Sunday. It is wonderful to see each of you here, in this sacred space, joining together as we continue to grow in our understanding and love of God's Word. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds towards a particularly poignant ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28
Topics: Sternness, Lord Jesus Christ
Finding Christ… in the “Christ-Mess” Brad Bailey – December 22, 2019
Finding Christ… in the “Christ-Mess” Brad Bailey – December 22, 2019 Summary: Christmas message using Matthew 1:18-25… depicting the process of finding Christmas involves a mess… and what i…and unique aspects of Joseph. Intro It’s always a joy to gather each week …but especially today. Because I ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
Contrasting Pharisaical Values and Christlike Love - Matt. 9:11,12
Contrasting Pharisaical Behavior and Christ Like Love - Matthew 9:11,12 1. Pharisaical Values Were Rooted in Their Traditions and Rigidity versus Christ’s Values were rooted in Loving the Lord with all of one’s heart, soul, strength, and mind which motivated one to love one’s neighbor as ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 9:11-12
How Paul dealt with the arrogant yet ignorant members of the Corinthian congregation.
January 20, 2002 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 3 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 4 I always thank God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus. 5 For in him you have been enriched in every way -- in all your speaking and in all your knowledge ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Denomination: Lutheran
This is the third sermon in a series on "The Journey To The Cross" which deals with brokenness from the perspective of The Exchanged Life."
As we continue to move on down the path of “Your Unique Journey to the Cross,” I want to share with you just a little of the theological and Scriptural foundation for what I’m trying to communicate to you. So let’s call this first half of the sermon: I. POSITION verses CONDITION I could call ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19
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