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Greed Or Need: Keeping Up With The Jones Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

Keeping Up with the Jones is an American saying that simply means when you use your friends or neighbors as a benchmark for success. Oftentimes, we look across the street or inside our social circle and become dissatisfied with our lives because we don’t have the same financial success.

What do you think of when you think of Dallas? For many, Dallas will be connected to the iconic J.R. Ewing who appeared in the famous March 1980 Who Shot J.R. episode and an estimated 83 million people wondered and watched the famous “Dallas” oilman. In the minds of many, the Dallas brand has been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Keep Me Near The Cross Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on May 21, 2024

The hymn "Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross" is a profound reflection on the Christian faith and the significance of the cross in salvation. Here's a line-by-line explanation!

The hymn "Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross" is a profound reflection on the Christian faith and the significance of the cross in salvation. Here's a line-by-line explanation: 1. **"Jesus, keep me near the cross, There a precious fountain; Free to all, a healing stream, Flows from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13, Galatians 6:14, John 19:25, Revelation 22:1-2, Ezra 4:17, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Pentecost Effect: Keeping Focused On The Mission

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 4, 2024

These Spirit filled leaders were able to keep the church focused, united and on mission. The people came together to address the conflict which resulted in more cooperation and additional church growth.

Sermon – Keeping Focused on The Mission Scripture Lesson- Acts 6:1-7 “But as the believers rapidly multiplied, there were rumblings of discontent. The Greek-speaking believers complained about the Hebrew-speaking believers, saying that their widows were being discriminated against in the daily ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Methodist

Keep God Our First Love

Contributed by Gary Holt on Jun 14, 2024

is God first in our heart? He needs to be. God does not intend to be second fiddle.

“Keep God our first love” Revelation 2:1-5 One day, a man was trying to: • cast out an evil spirit of gluttony from. • Out of this how do you say • “Healthy looking person” That stubborn spirit said: • No, I'm not coming out, • the man repeated himself. • “You evil spirit of gluttony, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5, Revelation 2:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Return To Civility: 4 Keep The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 20, 2024

In this crazy world, where it's rush, rush, rush, the idea of a day set apart for rest and reflection seems almost impossible. But, is it?

What a crazy world we live in today. Do you ever feel like the Rabbit in “Alice in Wonderland”? You know the one, he’s always rushing this way and that looking at his watch and muttering, “I’m late, I’m late”. It seems that every hour of every day is filled to the limit with things that need ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Keep Your Salt Levels High Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 28, 2024

Why Wikipedia beats printed encylcopedias. How doing the hardest thing (what's that?) can help lift our spirits when we are low. And how that fits not just with Jesus's saying about saltiness but with the rest of today's bible readings. A sermon from September 2015

Have a taste of this [hand out teaspoon of salt to someone in the front row] “If salt loses it’s saltiness with what will you season it?” I have two things that I would like to draw out of today’s texts about ways in which we can lose our saltiness - one personal and one public. One personal - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50, James 5:13-20, Numbers 11:4-29, 1 Kings 11:1-18, Romans 12:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Keep The Fire Burning In Your Heart SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The fire on the altar of sacrifice had to be permanently lit, it should not weaken, much less go out, it had to be continuous and constant. Three times in these short verses God says: "Keep the fire burning. Never let it go out."

One thing is clear from these verses: the fire on the altar had to be continuously burning, never weakening or extinguishing. It had to be constant and unwavering. Three times in these short verses, God says, "Keep the fire burning. Never let it go out." 1. The presence of God: Let's use the image ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:8-13

Topics: Discipleship

Keep Moving Forward: God's Encouragement SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

In a time when people needed encouragement, the Lord lifted up the prophet Zechariah. The people were working on rebuilding the Temple of Jerusalem, but due to opposition and concern for other things, the work had stopped. God encourages us to keep moving forward despite the challenges we face.

The Lord raises the prophet Zechariah at a time when people need encouragement. The people were working on the reconstruction of the Temple in Jerusalem, but due to opposition and other concerns, the work had come to a halt. The temple needed to be completed, but the people lacked a sense of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:1-13

Topics: Encouragement, Perseverance

God Keep The Door Open For Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Understand and appreciate God's infinite patience and love, and allow Him to work in our lives, especially during our lowest moments, as His grace gives us hope and character through our sufferings.

Good morning, everyone! You're all looking mighty fine today. I'm so glad to see you here to share the Word of God with me. Today, we're going to dive into a part of Romans that's all about God's patience, love, and the hope He gives us. There's this quote from Philip Yancey, "Grace, like water, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Topics: God's Timing

Rekindling The Flame (Keep The Fire Burning) PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore God's faithfulness, the importance of enduring in our faith, and the joy of rekindling our spiritual passion.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters! Isn't it a blessing to be together in the house of the Lord today? I hope you're all feeling as excited as I am to dive into God's Word. We're going to be exploring a passage from 2 Timothy, where we'll be focusing on God's faithfulness, enduring in our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-9

Topics: Endurance, Faith

What Keeps The Family Growing & Going PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023

God should be the foundation of our families, and without His guidance and blessing, our efforts to build and protect our families are in vain.

Good morning, Church family! Today we're going to delve into a topic that hits home for all of us, no matter what stage of life we're in: family. Whether you're single, married, a parent, a grandparent, or a child, this message is for you. We're going to talk about the foundation of a healthy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Topics: Healthy Family

Keep Hope Alive During The Storm PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

This sermon encourages finding hope, strength, and courage in the midst of life's storms through unwavering faith in God's love and guidance.

Good morning, family. We gather here today, bound by faith, love, and the shared belief that we are never alone in our struggles. Today, we find ourselves in the midst of a storm, not of rain and thunder, but of life's trials and tribulations. Yet, we are not afraid. We stand firm in our faith, ...read more

Topics: Hope, Alive

The Gift That Keeps Giving Part 2 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 1, 2023

Explores understanding Isaiah's prophecy about Jesus, recognizing His divine presence, and proclaiming Him as the source of our peace.

Welcome, beloved family of faith, to this blessed gathering where we seek to draw closer to our Creator, our Savior, and our Guide. We gather not just as individuals, but as a community, united by a common love, a common faith, and a common purpose. We are here to celebrate the love of God, to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Topics: Advent, Sermon Series

Keeping On Track In Our Spiritual Journey PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of praise, the impact of gratitude, and the importance of maintaining a strong, unwavering faith in God. Key

Good morning, dear friends, gather round and let us find solace and strength in the word of the Lord. Today, we find ourselves drawn to the heartening passages of 1 Chronicles 23:24-32. These verses, though often overlooked, hold a profound message that can guide us in our daily lives, illuminating ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 23:24-32

Topics: Praise, Thanksgiving

Keeping Jesus Before Our Mind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon explores the unwavering faith in God's constant presence and its transformative impact on our lives, decisions, and relationships.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together to share in the Word of God, to find solace in His promises, and to seek His guidance. I am so glad you are here, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share this time with you. We are a community bound by our love for the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:8

Topics: Mind, Christ