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An Honest History (Genesis 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 17, 2024

Nations often give a dishonest history, leaving out the bad. Does biblical history give an honest view of patriarchs, prophets, and apostles? Let's look at Genesis 12.

Nations often whitewash their history leaving out the bad. Does frank honesty about the strengths and weaknesses of patriarchs, prophets and apostles help us trust the Bible as true history? Let’s discuss this in Genesis 12. How did Abram become Abraham, father of the faithful? Does the letter to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Preparation By Repentance

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Dec 13, 2009

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Advent preached 12/6/2009 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa. It is a revision of a sermon I preached in 2003 on the same text.

Well, here we are, today is the 2nd Sunday in Advent. We’re one week closer to the big day! Christmas! You can tell its closer! Maybe you thought that this morning as you entered the church, and you noticed that the Christmas trees are now up here in the chance,, wreaths are hung outside the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

One In Christ Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 19, 2015

In Ephesians 2:12-18, the Apostle Paul shows how believers are One in Christ through a 1) Peaceful Body (Ephesians 2:13–17) and 2) Access to God.

This week saw the visit of India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Canada. He is regarded as such a unique individual because he comes from a low caste. His family belonged to the Ghanchi (oil-presser) community, which is categorised as an Other Backward Class by the Indian government (Illaih, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-18

Denomination: Other

John Series Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Sep 26, 2021

there was one person who was a very special witness to Christ, John the Baptist. John’s sole purpose on earth was to witness and to bear testimony to the Light of the world. His purpose stands as a dynamic example for every believer. The purpose of the believer is to bear the same witness as John

Jesus the Light of the World: The Special Witness of John the Baptist, 1:6–8 (1:6–8) Introduction: there was one person who was a very special witness to Christ, John the Baptist. John’s sole purpose on earth was to witness and to bear testimony to the Light of the world. His purpose stands as a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

The 7 Churches Of Revelation (Part 1) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 9, 2023

Today we will begin our examination of the 7 churches of Revelation, and each of these churches has a very specific letter given to it. Although sometimes subtle, there is a very common theme to each letter: a church that allows the world to influence it is NOT being faithful to Jesus Christ.

Alpha and Omega, Part 26, Revelation Part 3 The 7 Churches of Revelation (Part 1) Revelation 2:1-29 Introduction - Today we will begin our examination of the 7 churches of Revelation -- Each of these churches has a very specific letter given to it -- Although sometimes subtle, there is a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-29, John 15:12, Matthew 3:2, Revelation 20:14, John 6:32-33, Romans 2:16, John 15:19, Matthew 7:2, Acts 3:19, Revelation 22:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

John The Baptist - The Prophetic Forerunner

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 16, 2004

John the Baptist was the prophetic forerunner to Jesus Christ heralding the One who is coming to save the world from sin.

“John the Baptist: The Prophetic Forerunner” Matthew 3:1-6 A. The MESSENGER. (v. 1) Malachi 3:1; Luke 1:13-17 1. The PERSON. (v. 1a) Luke 1:13-17, 80; John 1:6 2. The PURPOSE. (v. 1b) Matthew 28:18-20; John 1:7-8 3. The PLACE. (v. 1c) Luke 3:1-2 B. The MESSAGE. (vv. 2-4) Job ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing The Twelve Lesson 12

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2018

Jesus commissions 12 disciples

Lesson 12: Choosing the Twelve September 18, 2016 A. THE CONVERSION AND CALL OF MATTHEW (MATTHEW 9:9-13). 1. The oldest disciple – because of the financial rewards, the position came late in life. 2. He was considered the most outrageous of sinners. a. They collaborated ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing The Twelve Lesson 12 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 26, 2017

What is best remembered about each disciple?

A. THE CONVERSION AND CALL OF MATTHEW (MATTHEW 9:9-13). 1. The oldest disciple – because of the financial rewards, the position came late in life. 2. He was considered the most outrageous of sinners. a. They collaborated with Rome. b. They inflated the taxes. c. They used soldiers to enforce ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9

Denomination: Baptist

We Kiss The Son's Feet (Psalm 2:1-12) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 12, 2022

God has placed all nations under Jesus' feet, and under ours in Christ. We serve him in reverence.

This morning we're going to work through Psalm 2. OT scholars call Psalm 2 a royal psalm. And what they mean by that, is that it's one of the psalms that centers around some aspect of the Davidic kingship. This is a psalm that's really important to the NT. It's read as being ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:26-28, 2 Kings 11:1-12, Ephesians 1:15-23, Luke 7:36-50, Psalm 2:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Mark Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 1, 2015

This brief outline of notes from Chapter 1 of Mark can be very helpful in putting together a sermon or in leading a Bible study.

The Gospel According to MARK Notes on Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Unlike the other Gospel writers, Mark assumes the birth narratives to be known by his readers. He starts right in with the beginning of Jesus’ ministry years. 1-8: John the Baptist’s ministry and announcement of the one to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ninth Commandment (11 Of 12)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022

A pastor announced that the next week he would be preaching on the ninth commandment, “Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor.”

He requested that the congregation go home and read Mark, chapter seventeen before the next Sunday. When next Sunday came, before he started preaching, he asked, “How many of you read Mark, chapter seventeen this week?” About half of the congregation raised their hands to indicate they had. Then ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 17 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 5, 2018

Message 17 in our series on the foundational elements of a healthy Walk. This message explores the need for accountability.

“CPR for a Healhty Walk" part 17 Request and Respond to Accountability” Review I. Cultivate a dynamic relationship with Christ. A. Surrender to Christ B. Present our members to His service C. Renew our mind D. Draw near to God E. Walk by faith in the power of the Spirit ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Prophets And The Gospel” Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Sep 13, 2004

An exposition of 1 Peter 1:10-12

September 5, 2004 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr 1 Peter 1:10-12 “Prophets and the Gospel” 10Concerning this salvation, the prophets, who spoke of the grace that was to come to you, searched intently and with the greatest care, 11trying to find out the time and circumstances to which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12

Denomination: Brethren

The Impact Of John The Baptist's Ministry

Contributed by John Mccormack on May 18, 2009

TO IDENTIFY FOUR FACTS OF JOHN THE BAPTIST’S MINISTRY.

THE IMPACT OF JOHN THE BAPTIST MT. 3: 1-15 THE CHALLENGE-TO IDENTIFY FOUR FACTS REGARDING JOHN THE BAPTIST’S MINISTRY. I. INTRODUCTION A. SOME SCHOLARS BELIEVE THAT THIRTY YEARS HAD PASSED BETWEEN CHAPTER 2 AND CHAPTER 3. B. JESUS LIVED IN NAZARETH AND WORKED AS A CARPENTER (MARK 6:3). DURING ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering Genesis, Part 12 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 9, 2011

Part 12 of this series examines the rebellion at the Tower of Babel with a direct link to the same rebellion that we see in the faith today. Our desire must be to gather to worship the Lord, in everything that we do.

Discovering Genesis, Part 12 Genesis 11:1-9 Introduction - Last week we concluded the life of Noah and how he found favor with God - His life was one of total submission; and he lived FOR God, not himself - What we saw is that Noah lived and left behind him a legacy for his sons - IMP APP: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational