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Jesus Before Pilate Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 3, 2023

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The trials on Jesus’ last earthly day picture the religious & political world’s rejection of Jesus & His claims. He came unto His own and they did not receive Him. Sin’s blindness leads to Jesus’ dying because of who He is, God in human flesh.

LUKE 23: 1–5-7 JESUS BEFORE PILATE [JESUS’ LAST DAY SERIES] [Mark 15:1–5; Mt. 5:10-12] Jesus’ last day begins with Him being rejected and condemned by the Jewish ruling counsel and then being hauled before Pilate. The irony of their judgement is that Jesus will be crucified for being who He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Faulty Motive With A Kiss (Maundy Thursday 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 4, 2023

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Why did Judas betray Jesus with a kiss? In that day, a kiss was a way of greeting. Even in some other cultures around the world, kissing is still a way of social greeting.

A FAULTY MOTIVE WITH A KISS Text: Matthew 26:47 - 56 Matthew 26:47-56 While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the twelve, arrived; with him was a large crowd with swords and clubs, from the chief priests and the elders of the people. (48) Now the betrayer had given them a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-56

Denomination: United Methodist

Hark The Herald Angels Sing

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 15, 2025

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But then…there were angels. An angel and a multitude of the heavenly host left their place in heaven and appeared in the skies over Bethlehem.

TITLE: HARK THE HERALD ANGELS SING SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 2:14 Although it would be a sin, and an act of rebellion against our heavenly Father and our Lord Jesus Christ to pay the slightest adoration to the mightiest angel, who we view in this text, it would be an unkind act if we did not give to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

Strengthening Your Faith

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025

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Faith believes God’s Word, acts on His promise, and speaks to storms—moving from obedience to authority as trust matures in Christ.

Introduction How can you sing “Victory in Jesus” the right way if you don’t have any? You’ve heard it—people smiling and clapping through the song, but if you could look inside, the victory light is barely flickering. Life has a way of testing whether the words we sing are the life we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Romans 10:17, Matthew 14:29, Mark 6:51, 1 Peter 1:7 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

What Does The Bible Say On Moral Issues Such As Racism And Prejudice?

Contributed by Robert Webb on Nov 7, 2025

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Acts 10:34-35-NKJV 34 Then Peter opened his mouth and said: “In truth I perceive that God shows no partiality. 35 But in every nation whoever fears Him and works righteousness is accepted by Him.

What does the Bible say on Moral Issues such as Racism and Prejudice? Acts 10:34-35-NKJV 34 Then Peter opened his mouth and said: “In truth I perceive that God shows no partiality. 35 But in every nation whoever fears Him and works righteousness is accepted by Him. There seems to be people in the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:9, Leviticus 19:33-34, Matthew 2:13-16, 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 20, 2021

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In Luke 4:18 Jesus proclaims freedom. This message evaluates how true freedom comes from overcoming temptation.

True Freedom is in Christ – Overcoming Temptation Theme: To show how true freedom comes from overcoming the temptation of Satan Text: Luke 3, 4 Introduction Luke 4:14) Then Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee, and news of Him went out through all the surrounding region. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-22, Luke 4:1-13, Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Demon Possession In The U. S.

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 30, 2021

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To aid ministers in addressing the unusual area of demon possession, I have compiled articles and statistics on behavior associated with possession.

DEMON POSSESSION IN THE U.S. ARTICLES ON POSSESSION 1. Most people in the U.S. don’t think that demon possession – as pictured in the Bible – is still going on today. This is because behavior that resembles possession is not treated as a spiritual phenomena, but as a mental or physiological ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Is Finished

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 13, 2024

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Jesus last words reveal to us some very important truths

The title of our sermon this morning is “It is finished. These were Jesus last words before He gave up His spirit. Jesus earthly journey was an exciting one! It started with humble beginnings as Jesus was born in a stable. After being born into this world, His life was put into turmoil as His ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Palm Friday: A Sermon For Passion Sunday

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 18, 2024

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Why is this sermon called "Palm Friday?" Is it not "Palm Sunday?" Is not Friday called "Good Friday?"

Palm Friday: A Sermon for Passion Sunday John 18:22 NKJV And when He had said these things, one of the officers who stood by struck Jesus with the palm of his hand, saying, “Do You answer the high priest like that?” We now come to the Sunday which has two names in the Lectionary. It is called ...read more

Scripture: John 18:22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Will You Dismiss Him? Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 25, 2022

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We are asking the question, What Will You Do With Jesus? We are focused on the last hours of Jesus’ life as he goes to the cross.

Will You Dismiss Him? John 18:28-40 Introduction We are asking the question, What Will You Do With Jesus? We are focused on the last hours of Jesus’ life as he goes to the cross. It was part of the eternal plan of God that Jesus would go to the cross as the perfect sacrifice and die for the ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Charge It To Me

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Mar 13, 2002

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Paul’s plea for Onesimus shows his willingness to redeem his friend before his master. A Christ-like example of redemption and justification.

„h Abraham Lincoln, when an attorney, was approached by a wealthy man who passionately insisted on bringing a suit for $2.50 against an impoverished debtor. „h Lincoln tried to discourage him, but the man was bent on restitution. „h When he saw that the man would not change his mind, Lincoln ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Other

A Course Of Discipline Series

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Nov 16, 2001

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We train ourselves to run the race ’marked out for us’ if our children are to run this race of faith!

What Parents Owe Their Children A Course of Discipline November 11, 2001 “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-6, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Search For Significance At Work/School Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on May 12, 2002

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I talk about how God wants us to see our places of employment (or school) as opportunities to make a difference.

Search for Significance at Work/School Intro: Did you know that in a recent survey it was found that 65% of American workers are unhappy with their jobs? There are a lot of factors leading to unsatisfaction with their jobs. But if you are looking for a little excitement in a new career how many ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9, Colossians 3:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

You Don't Say?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Oct 3, 2002

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God has given us a choice to follow him or not.

Which Bible story do you wish you could have been recorded on tape as it actually happened? Would it be the creation story? Would it be Jonah and the whale? Or what about the crucifixion and/or resurrection of Christ? Unfortunately we do not have video records of Bible events and may be for good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:17, Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Craving Evil And The Lottery

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 12, 2002

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Israel’s history helps us understand the dangers of sinful patterns today. Craving evil is a root that bears bad fruit. Only the cross can deliver us.

Bill Cosby once said, “I’m proud to be an American, because an American can eat anything on the face of this earth, as long as he has two pieces of bread.” As Paul approaches eating meat offered to idols here in chapter 10, he gets a running start by pointing to ancient Israel’s history. For our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9-19, 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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