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Our Response To Disaster: Where Is God? Series

Contributed by Mark Jones on Dec 17, 2002

Where are you GOD…MY GOD why? This was written and delivered to a Bible Study on the Wednesday evening following 9/11/2001. It’s a look at the proper response to disaster and tragedy-how Jesus responded to terrorism and disaster in His day.

Our Response To Disaster: Where Is God? Luke 13 1Now there were some present at that time who told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their sacrifices. 2Jesus answered, “Do you think that these Galileans were worse sinners than all the other Galileans because they suffered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Shepherds' Response To The Christ Child Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 18, 2024

God chose lowly shepherds to be the first to hear the news of the birth of His Son and the first outsiders to see Jesus.

THE SHEPHERDS’ RESPONSE TO THE CHRIST CHILD A. As of today, there is only 17 days left before Christmas. 1. By this time people are in HIGH GEER getting everything READY for all the FESTIVITIES. 2. And, as I said last Sunday, this time of year can become so HECTIC that we forget about the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ's Response To His Enemies Challenges

Contributed by Lamar Crockett on Apr 13, 2010

Hipocracy the Seven Woes and Christ response to the Pharaisee's. We look through Matthews account of how Christ can be Lord and a Son of David and how Jesus rebukes the Pharisee's.

Recap A question by the chief priests, scribes, and elders “By what Authority are You doing these things, and who gave You this authority?” Matt. 21 23-37 What was the response of Jesus? Vs 24 How did the scribes priests answer the question Jesus asked? Vs 27 The Three parables; ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

United We Stand – Divided We Fall

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Nov 20, 2010

We are not truly a "church" if we spend our time fighting. God blesses churches that are unified under His leadership.

"The Battling Baptists" ... that's the reputation Baptists have, according to Walter Shurden. Baptists are born fighters because they were born fighting. Early Baptists were known as law-breakers. Shurden writes, "They broke the laws in England and they broke the laws in America. And they broke ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Growth And Persecution

Contributed by Colin Bain on Jun 26, 2011

A look at the nature and use of power in the early church and how it applies to a believer today

This week in the Arab states, there are ongoing struggles between the official government forces and those who want change. It is a struggle about power. It is a struggle about who has the power. It is a struggle about the legitimacy of those who would rule. At the bottom of the mess, there is the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

"keys To Victory"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 9, 2019

The key to win Super Bowl.

“Key To Victory” Luke 4:21-30 1. In order to win today I think Trust is important • Each quarterback Tom Brady and Jared Golf has to trust offensive line to block so they can step up into the pocket, trust receivers to catch the ball, trust the system, Game plan • In today’s reading the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Methodist

Tithing Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 23, 2017

Responsibilities in Giving

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 6:1-4 1. What is most imperative? (Three lessons from Matthew 6). • “When you give” (Matt. 6:2-3) – Relationship to others. • “When you pray” (Matt. 6:5-6) – Relationship to God. • “When you fast” (Matt. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

A Cut Above The Rest

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 10, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 22: 1 – 33

Leviticus 22: 1 – 33 A cut above the rest 22 Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, 2 “Speak to Aaron and his sons, that they separate themselves from the holy things of the children of Israel, and that they do not profane My holy name by what they dedicate to Me: I am the LORD. 3 Say to them: ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Who Do You Say Jesus Is?

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Sep 2, 2017

Jesus gave Peter the keys to the kingdom. In similar fashion, Jesus grants me the joy of sharing the Gospel as He desires, guides and allows. You have the same opportunity.

What exactly do you believe about Jesus? In my seminary days, our first semester in Systematic Theology dealt with that question. Our professor described Jesus as “the proleptic, salvific, hidden appearance of the eschatological kingdom of God”. Did you get that? Take notes; there might be a test ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Other

Pouring Out Your Life For Christ

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Oct 28, 2017

We can be confident in Christ; can he be equally confident in us?

The year is A.D. 155, and the persecution of Christians sweeps across the Roman Empire to the city of Smyrna. The proconsul of Smyrna, swept up in this persecution, orders his minions to find the Bishop of Smyrna, Polycarp, arrest him, and bring him to the public arena for execution. They find ...read more

Denomination: Other

Do You Want To Be Free

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 24, 2017

ARE THERE BURDENS YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE FREE FROM? THERE ARE TIMES WHEN THE CARES OF OUR LIVES, THE RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS SEEM TO BE BINDING FOR US. NOW I ASK, ARE THERE ANY BURDENS OR SITUATIONS THAT YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE FREE FROM?

DO YOU WANT TO BE FREE ACTS 16:16-40 STARTING QUESTIONS: ARE THERE BURDENS YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE FREE FROM? WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE FREE FROM DEBT? I KNOW I WOULD! WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE FREE FROM RESPONSIBILITY? AT TIMES I KNOW I WOULD! WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE FREE FROM OBLIGATIONS LIKE GOING TO ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Denomination: Baptist

Discretion

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 13, 2018

We need discretion for every decision that we take, we cannot do a repetition just because we felt good about it the previous time.

PILOTS To: All Believers, Christians of all denominations, Church workers, Church leaders, Preachers, Pastors, Youth leaders, Church group leaders, Camp Organizers and to all Christians who are serving the Kingdom of God in any capacity (small or big). We all have a great responsibility! 2 SAMUEL ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 10:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cross Versus The New Age Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

“Old gods never die, they just come back in new clothing.” The “old gods” Paul dealt with in his day are back!

THE CROSS VERSUS THE NEW AGE I CORINTHIANS 1:18-31 INTRODUCTION: “Old gods never die, they just come back in new clothing.” The “old gods” Paul dealt with in his day are back! I simply call them the “new age” gods. What am I driving at? Look at this text and note the following. I. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

Our Role In Others' Lives SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Exploring our obligations and responsibilities towards others in our lives.

Today's sermon explores the question of our responsibility towards other people. In the book of Genesis, God confronts Cain about the whereabouts of his brother Abel. Cain responds with a dismissive attitude, asking, "Am I my brother's keeper?" This story highlights the callous indifference that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:9-13

Topics: Forgiveness, Responsibility

A Living Sacrifice To God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the themes of holiness, transformation, and sacrificial living as outlined in Romans 12:1-8, reminding us that God is not in a hurry and we should strive to live according to His will and grace.

Good morning, family! Today, we are diving deep into the heart of Paul's letter to the Romans. We'll be focusing on Romans 12:1-8 where we are called to holiness, the power of transformation, and living a life of sacrifice. It's a tall order, isn't it? But as Harry Ironside once said, "No sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Topics: Personal Responsibility