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Meaningful Christmas

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Nov 30, 2020

It’s Christmas time, when we say the name itself there is joy in many of our faces. No doubt, it’s a time of joy, hope, and celebration on a large scale in many parts of the world. The question here is, were these celebrations in any way related to the true meaning of Christmas?

As you gather with your family to give thanks, with a new dress, bright lights, and rich food, have you reminded yourself to give your clean life to the Lord? Let your brutality of disobedience for this far disappear leading up to beautiful worship of the everlasting King. In the commercial world, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15, Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Privilege Of Being A Child Of God. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 4, 2024

Being born again is a transformative experience that changes our spiritual identity.

Being born again is a transformative experience that changes our spiritual identity. When we accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, we become children of God. This new status brings numerous blessings and privileges. In this article, we'll explore what it means to be a child of God and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:4, James 1:5, Matthew 6:26

The Soul Of Our Nation: A Battle SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

The biggest battle we, as Americans, are facing today is the battle for the very soul of our nation.

On Memorial Day, we take a moment to remember those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. It is a time to reflect on the importance of remembrance and the cost of our liberties. Today, I want to talk about the battle we are facing as Americans - the battle for the soul of our nation. In the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Topics: Memorial Day, National Soul

Focusing In Prayer

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 9, 2002

Practical Tips on Prayer

Keeping Focused in Prayer Luke 18:1 “ . . . Men ought always to pray and not to faint.” I Thessalonians 5:17 “Pray without ceasing.” I. Distractions from Concentration in Prayer. A. The Days Activities B. Work or Domestic Problems C. Things that need to be done D. Wrong ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is Tough, But God Is Blessed

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 9, 2002

Life is tough, but God is blessed. THe 3 sources of blessings: The Father, the Son, the Holy Spirit.

Life is tough, but God is blessed! Our sources of blessings Ephesians 1:3-14 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ, 4 just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we would ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Will You Do With The Christmas Message?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 23, 2003

Short devotional message for a Christmas service.

What Will You Do with the Christmas Message? Christmas Candlelight Service Sunday, December 21, 2003 Introduction In the Christmas story in Luke chapter 2, we read about the reaction the shepherds had after being told of the arrival of the Savior. 1. They listened to the message. They took it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Passion For Us

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Sep 4, 2001

This sermon shows how it has been God’s passion for us to walk in intimacy with Him.

From the very first page through the very last, the Bible seems to demonstrate one relentless passion… that is, the Father’s passion to see those whom He has created walk in intimacy with Him. In Jeremiah 31:3 the Lord speaks to the people of Israel saying, “I have loved you with an everlasting ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:3, Jeremiah 31:1-10

"The Nature Of True Religion" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 7, 2006

Sermon 12 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

As we come now to chapter 6 of Matthew’s gospel, and continue in our study of this sermon, I want to address just a couple of peripheral issues that may or may not arise in the mind of the hearer/reader, but should be broached just on the chance that they might. First, there is the question of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Orthodox

Five Promises To Those Who Are In Christ

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 24, 2012

Living out God’s promises to the church bring glory to His Name.

February 25, 2012 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 1:3-14 Subject: Spiritual Blessings Title: Five Promises to Those Who Are In Christ Today is National Women’s Ministry Day in the Assemblies of God. It is a day that we recognize the women of the church for the work they do and really, just for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Amazing Grace

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Feb 15, 2007

All the blessings, privileges, and benefits of grace flow to us from and were infallibly done for us by his great grace in Christ, our great Savior.

GOD’S AMAZING GRACE Romans 8:28-30 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay February 18, 2007 Introduction The title of my message is GOD’S AMAZING GRACE. I want to show you from the Word of God about the eternal purpose of GRACE for the good of His people, in all its fullness and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Me Lord? Why Not "You"?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 14, 2011

You can’t earn it on your own, *your not worthy of it on your own, *you don’t deserve it on your own, but yet, it can be yours if you want it. All through a personal relationship with God’s Son, Jesus

Why Me Lord?, “Why Not You? There have been many people at one time or another, who has pondered those three words, Why me Lord?, why did you let this happen?, why did you let that happen?, Playing the blame game with God, is always going to be a losing proposition. Some blame God for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joys Of Being In Christ: 7 Reasons To Celebrate Our Life In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

We have every reason to praise God because of the spiritual blessings we have in Christ. 1. In Christ we have been chosen to be holy and blameless 2. In Christ we have a destiny to be God’s children 3. In Christ we have forgiveness through His blood

Joys of Being in Christ 7 Reasons to Celebrate our Life in Christ Ephesians 1:1-14 Intro: We are planning to take a tour through the book of Ephesians over the next few weeks. Ephesians was written by Paul while he was in prison and offers a wonderful picture of what Christ has done for His Bride, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Good Father Series

Contributed by Gavin Rushton on Nov 23, 2016

A refocus on the Parable of the Lost Son

As we come to the end of our series on Loving like God I just want to put this out there right off the bat… Our Father is such a good Dad. I mean he is amazing, his love, his faithfulness, his grace, his mercy, he is just so awesome. If there is one thing that I want you to leave with today ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Anglican

God In A Body Suit

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 21, 2016

Jesus is more than just a baby in a manger. He is Lord; worship Him. He is Light; welcome Him. He is Love; trust Him with your life.

On January 12, 2007, Joshua Bell emerged from the Washington D.C. Metro and positioned himself against a wall beside a trash basket in the station. He was a young white man in jeans, a long-sleeved T-shirt, and a Washington Nationals baseball cap, pretty nondescript. From a small case, he removed a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Road To Redemption Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 1, 2020

1) The Redeemer (Eph. 1:6b), 2) The Redeemed (Eph. 1:7a) , 3) The Redemption Price (Eph. 1:7b), 4) The Results (Eph. 1:7c-9a), & 5) The Reason (Eph. 1:9b-10).

Ephesians 1:6b-10 [6] (to the praise of his glorious grace, with which) he has blessed us in the Beloved [7] In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, , [8]which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight [9]making ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:6-10

Denomination: Other