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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
The interaction between Jesus and His disciples in this passage illustrates present realities in our lives as His followers.
Intro - Reality is what the Bible declares is true, not what others think or what I feel. Jesus is Truth Jn14:6 1-The Reality of Pursuit - I must choose to follow Jesus, it was following Jesus that led the disciples into the garden of Gethsemane and the drama that ensues. (and they came to a ...read more
Scripture: Mark 14:32-42
Let's explore biblical examples that illustrate the power of divine favor in the face of human opposition.
The phrase "If God is for me, I don't care who is against me" echoes the unwavering faith of biblical heroes who trusted in God's sovereignty amidst adversity. This conviction is rooted in Romans 8:31, where the apostle Paul writes, "If God is for us, who can be against ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Romans 8:31
Let's explore biblical examples that illustrate the liberating work of God's Spirit.
The Bible teaches that true freedom is found in the presence of God's Spirit. In 2 Corinthians 3:17, the apostle Paul writes, "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." This profound statement underscores the transformative power of the Holy ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17, Exodus 3:7-10
Have you ever pondered the wonders that unfold in God's presence? David provides a vivid illustration of this concept.
Have you ever wondered what happens in God’s presence? David gives a clear picture of that very idea. In Psalm 16, he describes eleven benefits that come from spending time in God’s presence. Let’s explore these benefits together. When we take refuge in God, He places a hedge of protection around ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11
Topics: Prayer, Adoration
Explore the satisfaction found in Christ, the provision of God, and the abundance of Heaven as illustrated in John 6:25-35.
Good morning, Church. Today, we're diving deep into the heart of John 6:25-35. In this passage, we're going to explore three key aspects of our faith: the satisfaction of Christ, the provision of God, and the abundance of heaven. As we start, let me share a quote from Gift Gugu Mona who once said, ...read more
Scripture: John 6:25-35
Topics: Satisfaction, Christ
Explore the folly of doubting God, the certainty of trusting in Him, and the wisdom of seeking Him, as illustrated in Psalm 14.
Good morning, beloved. Today we're going to be diving into the depths of Psalm 14, a passage that teaches us about the folly of doubting God, the certainty of trusting in Him, and the wisdom of seeking Him. C.S. Lewis once wrote, "I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not ...read more
Topics: Trust, God
Explore the joy of discovering, investing in, and experiencing the Kingdom of God, as illustrated in Matthew 13:44-52.
Good morning, church family. If you've ever experienced the thrill of finding a valuable item at a yard sale or the excitement of seeing your investment multiply, then today's sermon will resonate with you. We'll be diving deep into Matthew 13:44-52, exploring the joy of finding, investing in, and ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52
Topics: Joy, Kingdom
This sermon explores God's providence, the power of perseverance, and the promise of deliverance, as illustrated in Jeremiah 38:1-28.
Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in His presence once again? To be able to sit in the shadow of His love, basking in the warmth of His grace, and feasting on the nourishment of His Word? I am excited to share with you today a message from the book of Jeremiah, ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 38:1-28
Topics: Total Surrender, God
This sermon explores the story of Jezebel to illustrate the enslaving power of sin and the liberating grace of God's mercy and justice.
Greetings, dear friends. I'm so glad you've chosen to join us today as we gather, not just as a congregation, but as a family, united in our love for our Savior and our desire to grow closer to Him. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God has a word for us today, a message of ...read more
Scripture: John 8:34
Topics: Jezebel
This outline illustrates how our cultural definition of love differs from what God defines love as.
Do you love Jesus? House of Faith Ministries Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD www.PS127.org (989) 362-7831 First we must ask ourselves, What is Love? Example: How is the word LOVE used today? 1. example 2. example 3. example In our culture there is a general misconception of what LOVE is. Society ...read more
Scripture: John 21:15-17
Denomination: Bible Church
Contemporary treatment of Herod’s tragic death. Video clip suggestion, relevant illustrations, practical points of application.
"What do you worship?" Acts 12:20-25 By Pastor Bob Hunter Suggested Video Clip: "What do you worship?" Available at www.willowvideo.com Introduction: As we continue our series in Acts, I want to call your attention to rather peculiar death of King Herod the Agrippa. Now, I’m warning you ...read more
Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, Exodus 20:3
Denomination: Holiness
This is the fifth sermon in a series on Philippians. This sermon illustrates Paul’s two examples of what a Christian should do.
I. Introduction a. People who are examples i. Michael Jordan – Basketball Player ii. Billy Graham – Man of God iii. Your Name -??? b. Paul wrote to the church at Phillipi and told them that should live like a Chistian. c. What should a Christian Do? II. The Example of Timothy ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30
Denomination: Baptist
God wants to empower your life with the Holy Spirit. Elijah and Elisha illustrate how this can happen for you.
The life of Elijah has been a whirlwind of activity! From the time he stepped out of nowhere to confront the king of Israel, to his adventures of faith at the dry brook and the widow’s house, to his great victory on Mount Carmel and to his fall into and restoration from defeat and disuse. Elijah’s ...read more
Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-14
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Five loaves and two fish illustrate for us the miracles that happen when place our lives in the hands of God
When I hold a basketball in my hands, it’s merely a basketball, but when you place that same basketball in the hands of Michael Jordan, it turns into collegiate and professional championships. Put a golf club in any of our hands, and it’s merely a golf club, but when you place that same golf club ...read more
Scripture: John 6:1-13, John 6:1-15
Many Bible verses including the illustration of the Thief On The Cross teach that salvation is by faith alone in Jesus Christ alone.
The Gospel - Faith Alone In Christ Alone (Luke 23:32-43; Matthew 27:41-44; Ephesians 2:8-9) [HTML formatted version and handouts are located ...read more
Scripture: Luke 23:32-43, Matthew 27:41-44
Denomination: Independent/Bible
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