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Just Like Us (Part Three) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 25, 2019

Last week we looked at Abraham. Abraham believed God and he trusted God to lead him even though he didn't know where God was sending him. But we saw that he had his moments of weakness too. Today we'll look at Samson and see how he is just like us.

JUST LIKE US (part three) Recap: Last week we looked at Abraham. Abraham was a man who believed God and he trusted God to lead him even though he didn't know where God was sending him. He loved God and was willing to obey God when he was told to sacrifice his son Isaac. But we saw that he had ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:19-20, Judges 15:18-20, Judges 16:1-5, Judges 16:15-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Just Like Us (Part Five) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 11, 2019

Last week we looked at Elijah. We saw how he was bold and courageous in taking on the 450 prophets of Baal but then Queen Jezebel threatens his life and he runs away. We can be bold and courageous in one situation and fearful and pessimistic the next. Today we'll look at Joshua and David.

JUST LIKE US (part five) Last week we looked at Elijah. We saw how he was bold and courageous in taking on the 450 prophets of Baal all by himself. And God comes through and delivers the victorious miracle. But then Queen Jezebel threatens Elijah's life and he responds by running away. The ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:6-11, Joshua 9:14, Acts 13:22, 2 Samuel 11:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is For Life Not Just Christmas And Sundays Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 2, 2017

This year, make following Christ the central purpose of your life. Joshua’s ancient challenge to the Israelite families is a challenge to us today as Children of the living God, a challenge to embrace a changed life.

It’s the first day and the first Sunday of 2017 so Happy New Year to you. 2017... Where did 2016 go? Does it feel like the years are getting shorter? Maybe it’s an age thing or maybe it’s because the world seems to move at a faster pace than it used to. The Post Office is now referred to as snail ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, Joshua 2:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You... A Fool For Christ... Or Just A Fool?

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Oct 1, 2013

if we live for "Christ" the world will call us a fool. If we don't, we will truly be a fool. There is no in-bewteen because those who lose their lives for his sake will find them and live with Him forever.

In the fall of 1976, Lu Ratmeyer led me in the "sinner's prayer," and in the spring of 1977, I joined a church for the first time in my life. Actually, I threw myself into as if my life depended on it. There were Sunday morning services, Sunday evening services, midweek services, adult education ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

It's Just A Big Bang Theory Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 3, 2015

In all things, in everything, Jesus is preeminent - even creation.

“”Cross Currents: It’s Just A Big Bang Theory” Col. 1:15-17 Advertisers know that we think bigger is better - especially if it’s bigger at a lesser price. So we have 2 for 1 dinner coupons, double discount or double coupon days at the grocery store, and even ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Heaven Or Hell Is There A Connection; Or Is It Just Death.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 29, 2019

Heaven or Hell, it is a frightening topic, and not for the faint hearted, but there is a wealth of goodies in this reading, particularly inspiration for evangelism.

This sermon was delivered Gordon McCulloch to the congregation at Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 29th September 2019; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Amos 6:1a,4-7 Psalm 146 1 Timothy 6:6-19 Luke 16:19-31 “Please join me in a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Episcopal

O Lord, Just Kill Me!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 22, 2019

God's mercy and our anger can often be in conflict. Such conflict can lead to discouragement that in turn can lead to despair. The child of God must guard his/her heart to avoid falling into deep gloom leading to thoughts of suicide.

“[God’s mercy toward Nineveh] displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was angry. And he prayed to the LORD and said, ‘O LORD, is not this what I said when I was yet in my country? That is why I made haste to flee to Tarshish; for I knew that you are a gracious God and merciful, slow to anger and ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Just Wait For The King!

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 27, 2014

Is this text about how a Christian should manage money?

Don’t Just Wait for the King! Luke 19:11-28 Introduction I have heard this passage as well as a similar one in Matthew and Mark preached on these money programs on the radio, as though it was concerned with investments. This is part of a comprehensive program on money management which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Baptism: More Than Just A Symbol

Contributed by Trae Durden on Aug 29, 2014

Baptism is a symbol that actually accomplishes that which it symbolizes! If you need to be united with Christ, if you need to be cleansed of your sin, if you need to be added to the church by God, then you need to be baptized.

Questions About Baptism… WHY should I be baptized? A. To follow the example of Jesus. (Matthew 3:16-17) B. To obey the Gospel of Jesus. (Matthew 28:19, Mark 16:15-16) C. To unite with and be added to the family of God. (Acts 2:47, Ephesians 4:4-6) WHAT is the meaning of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Saw The Light Just In Time

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 12, 2014

Conversion of Paul

I saw the light just in time 1.The time ----- At midday Acts 26: 13 At midday, O king, I saw in the way a light from heaven, above the brightness of the sun, shining round about me and them which journeyed with me. 2 .The place was where a dusty road near ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

(Just Do Tha Doggone Thang)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 25, 2017

IT`S MY FIRM BELIEF THAT GOD IS LOOKING FOR SOME SAINTS WHO WILL WALK BY FAITH BECAUSE IF THE TRUTH BE TOLD FAITH IN GOD LOOKS AT AN EMPTY LOT AND SEES A HOUSE FAITH IN GOD LOOKS AT A SINNER AND SEES A SAINT

Matthew 14:25-29 (KJV) 25 And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. 26 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. 27 But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

No Idols ... Just Give Me Jesus

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 3, 2020

Recently our church was accused of idolatry because we have a cross in our sanctuary and one in front of the church. Are our crosses idols? Can they be idols? Hmmm.....

No Idols ... Just Give Me Jesus Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2 “Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His Law ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6, Exodus 20:22-23, Exodus 20:8, Leviticus 26:1, Judges 8:22-27, Matthew 22:37-40, Revelation 2:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

More Than Just Feel Bad

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 14, 2020

Ezra 10

MORE THAN JUST FEEL BAD (EZRA 10) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_en Grammar Bible (English) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Bah Tatabahasa Alkitab (Indonesian) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Esp Biblia de Gramática (Spanish) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Tag Gramatika Bibliya (Filipino) https://bible.ryl.hk ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Three Loves (Maybe Just One:)

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jan 31, 2020

God loves us. He calls us to love each other in the same way. He also designs us to love and appreciate beauty, and to live beautifully.

Bhakti, the Beloved, & Beauty-The Three Loves (k, Maybe just 1) Valentine's Day? :) I began a previous message saying God is probably angry at you. Today I’d like to talk about why. Love. Love is powerful. Song of Songs of Solomon 8 Place me like a seal over your heart, like a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11, Song of Songs 8:7

Denomination: *other

What Did Jesus Just Say?

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Mar 3, 2020

Our Savior made some radical statements in the Gospels. We can choose to ignore them or accept them; however, only those who obey the commands of Jesus will see the Kingdom of Heaven. Today we'll examine 7 of these statements that we truly need to accept.

Scripture Reference: Luke 6:46-49 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on February 16, 2020 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson One of my favorite shows I used to watch is called “Little Big Shots.” The show was similar and older show called “Kids Say the Darnest Things.” If you’ve ever seen ...read more

Denomination: Baptist