Sermons on J C Penney:

How To Study The Bible Like A Pro - Class #8c - Methods Of Bible Study Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 13, 2022

A Continuation of Class #8b

C. Interpretation Phases The Bible is not merely a collection of various literary genres but that it represents God's revelation of Himself (and of His actions in history) to humanity. 1. Biography/History The primary distinction of the Biblical material is presented in the context of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"what God Called Clean" Fifth Sunday Of Easter, Year C Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on May 14, 2022

Change is all around us, even in the church. And change is never easy. Our text this week is about a whole new direction for the beginnings of the church.

Acts 11:1-18 The Jewish leaders in Judea, the circumcised, The Church Leaders rebuked Peter for sharing a meal, Breaking Bread, with the uncircumcised, the Gentiles (cf. Galatians 2:11-14). They gave him holy heck for doing what they felt went against the rules. Peter proceeds to tell how it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C- The Beatitudes: Area Code 212 Or 04?

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 20, 2025

Heaven is not just up, but in.

The 212-area code is Manhattan, and it’s a status symbol as one of the most recognizable area codes in the United States. It’s considered more authentic than the more recent 646, 332 or 917 area codes for Manhattan. With a 212 Manhattan phone number, you’re sure to turn some heads, stand out from ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8, Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Catholic

Fifteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C: The Good Samaritan On "Uh-Oh” Street

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 8, 2025

The word I’ll use is faith, faith over fear

Dan Dailey, writing in the New York Daily News, tells about overhearing a woman in New York discussing her neighborhood. New Yorkers often divide Manhattan based on the location of Houston Street. If you live south of Houston Street, you live in SoHo; if you live north of Houston Street, you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Catholic

Third Sunday Of Easter, Year C- "You Will Find Something” John 21:6

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 25, 2025

In the spirit of allegory

They caught one hundred fifty-three large fish. Why was the actual number mentioned, does it mean something? Theories abound, with most saying it’s an allegorical number. For example, St. Jerome saw 153 as representing all the known fish species which represents the catholicity or universality ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Catholic

Twenty-Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C: Dishonest Steward Or Shrewd Manager

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 18, 2025

Baptized believers should use the worldly resources they possess to serve God's eternal kingdom by being generous and helping the poor, and do it in a way that involves street smarts, enterprise, and proactive initiative.

There’s an old story about Moishe, a medieval Jewish astrologer who prophesied that the king’s favorite horse would die soon. Sure enough, the horse died a short time later. The king got angry at Moishe, certain that his prophecy had brought about the horse’s death. He summoned Moishe and commanded ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Causes Of Domestic Violence Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Dec 17, 2008

This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry.

This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry. Causes of Domestic Violence “A woman, a dog, and a walnut ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What About Divorce? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 17, 2015

Discussion of divorce from Jesus in Matthew 19 and then give some applications to various groups (Material adapted from Andreas J. Köstenberger's book, God, Marriage, and Family)

HoHum: A young man was looking for a used car when he came upon an ad for a brand new Jaguar being sold for only $50. This must be a typo he thought, but when he called the phone number he was assured that $50 was correct. The next day he went by to see the car and to his amazement found the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Easter - "good Friday" Service

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 24, 2016

This is a dramatic Service based upon some of the “Stations of the Cross.” Partially adapted from a Service originally developed by Richard J. & Charlene E. Fairchild, Version 2.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK THE WAY OF THE CROSS - An Easter Season - "Good Friday" Service (The original concept and some of the wording were adapted from a longer and more detailed dramatic presentation developed by Richard J. & Charlene E. Fairchild. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-66, Mark 15:1-47, Luke 23:1-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Twenty-Eighth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C-- The Perfect Thank You Has Four Parts

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 10, 2025

Start with “thank you;” Recognize the Gift; Why you’re grateful, Tell that person what they mean to you.

John Kralik, a lawyer, found his life at a terrible, frightening low at age 53. He was twice-divorced, out of shape, had money troubles, and he had grown distant from his two older children and was afraid he might lose contact with his young daughter. But during his tough circumstances, an idea ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Catholic

Twenty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle Or Year C-- Table Talk: Take The Lowest Place

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 30, 2022

It’s easier to ignore people at rectangular tables.

Recently there was a man from Ireland who became an internet sensation for a silly mistake he made while on vacation. This gentleman was visiting Las Vegas for the first time. So he borrowed his son’s GoPro camera, put it on a stick, and walked all over the Las Vegas Strip. He was filming all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

Micah - Judgment Now, Blessing (1:1 - 2:13) Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

1. The eighth century (800-700 B.C.) was filled with prophetic activity... a. Starting with Jonah, who prophesied to the city of Nineveh (790 B.C.) b. Continuing with prophets sent primarily to the northern kingdom of Israel

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Micah - Judgment Now, Blessings Later (1:1-2:13) INTRODUCTION 1. The eighth century (800-700 B.C.) was filled with prophetic activity... a. Starting with Jonah, who prophesied to the city of Nineveh (790 B.C.) b. Continuing with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Certainty Of The Promise

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 11, 2013

God’s delays are not denials. God will not fail to fulfil that which He has promised.

THE CERTAINTY OF THE PROMISE. Genesis 15:7-21. The priest-king Melchisedec knew God Most High, maker of heaven and earth (Genesis 14:18-19). This same God had led Abram out of his father’s house, and now identified Himself as “the LORD” - the One who was, and is, and continues to be (Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:7-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Public Bible Reading

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 19, 2013

A spontaneous act of dedication, an outpouring of divine blessings, a day of revival: the makings of a memorable holiday.

A PUBLIC BIBLE READING. Nehemiah 8:1-3, Nehemiah 8:5-6, Nehemiah 8:8-10. Nehemiah 8:1. Revival is a sovereign act of God, in which His Holy Spirit stirs up the hearts of the people of God to seek Him. This is illustrated in the spontaneity of the crowd gathered for festival at the Water Gate in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-3, Nehemiah 8:5-6, Nehemiah 8:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choral Symphony No. 1

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 27, 2013

Creation joins in heaven's song.

CHORAL SYMPHONY No. 1. Revelation 5:11-14. Introduction. If I was looking for a single motif for our readings in the Apocalypse in the Easter season, it would be that of a slain Lamb, STANDING in the midst of the throne (Revelation 5:6). There is evidence here of the Resurrection. As well as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational