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Happy Passover!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 16, 2011

Let's celebrate the Resurrection correctly!

Monday officially starts the Passover, but seeing this is Sunday and I need to blog now and then I thought I would get an early start. ;-) Christians should really celebrate the Lord’s resurrection on Passover, not Easter. After all, it was the Passover meal He was eating that we call the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Loyal To God, Loyal To America

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 5, 2020

God is the foundation to America.

1. I have 3 “passions” in serving God – the order of importance to me depends on the circumstances of the day. Prayer; Our Jewish Roots; God in US History – then and now 2. I have a strong calling to stir American Christians to remember our godly roots and loyalty to God 3. Jeremiah 29.4-14 4 ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sacrifice Of Praise

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Nov 7, 2020

Are You Hungry? The aroma of a marvelous meal will whet your appetite! I hope to make you hungry for praise today!

THE SACRIFICE OF PRAISE “Through Him then, let’s continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips praising His name.” Hebrews 13:15 NASB What is your favorite food aroma? Apple pie. Turkey baking in the oven or deep far fried. Steak on the grill. Gumbo. (I’m ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15

Denomination: Church Of God

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Nov 16, 2023

Old and New Testament verses (NASB)

Lev 7: 12-13 (peace offerings for sacrifice of thanksgiving) 12 If he offers it by way of thanksgiving, then along with the sacrifice of thanksgiving he shall offer unleavened cakes mixed with oil, and unleavened wafers [a]spread with oil, and cakes of well stirred fine flour mixed with oil. 13 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Vineyard

Taking Time To Remember Series

Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Aug 27, 2018

Remember God by being dedicated, Remember God by celebrating, & Remember God by obeying and following.

TITLE: Taking time to Remember TEXT: Exodus 13:1-22 INTRO: - We’re continuing our study through the book of Exodus. - As we study each passage, we’re asking the question, “What can I learn from this passage about honoring God?” - Last week, we looked at the perfect deliverance, as Pharaoh ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Night Nobody Slept. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

The night nobody slept. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Exodus Chapter 11-12. Ill: • Some dates are etched into our memories: • January 1st. • February 14th. • November 5th. • December 25th. • July 16th! If you were Jewish one date you would never forget was: • Was the fourteenth day of ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Messed Up Pancakes

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 13, 2019

A study in the book of Hosea 7: 1 – 16

Hosea 7: 1 – 16 Messed up pancakes 1 “When I would have healed Israel, then the iniquity of Ephraim was uncovered, and the wickedness of Samaria. For they have committed fraud; A thief comes in; A band of robbers takes spoil outside. 2 They do not consider in their hearts that I remember all ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 7:8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Building A Winning Team Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 22, 2016

God's blueprint for His church includes something that makes no sense. God builds His church with losers. The rejects of society. The people no one else wants. Why would He do it that way?

OPEN: In the first part of the 1900s, New York City had two major league baseball teams. One was called the New York Yankees (obviously) But in the early 1900’s what was the name of the other team? (NY Giants) In 1957, the Giants decided they liked the climate better in San Francisco… ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Loving Act Of Discipline: Part One

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 25, 2001

This is the first of three sermons on Church Discipline, fo provide a positive foundation on the issue, and later to restore a fallen member. It deals with misconceptions on Church Discipline, and the importance of church discipline.

The Loving Act of Discipline INTRODUCTION: Today we look at an issue within the church, that we all would dearly love not to have anything to do with, but unfortunately at times we must come face to face with. That issue is church discipline. I believe part of the reason that we avoid the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17, Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

How To Multiply Conversions

Contributed by R. Stanley on Dec 1, 2002

A Biblical response to the Anticonversion Bill promulgated by the Tamilnadu Government in India.

How to multiply Conversions ****************************** This message is a sequel to my article, Can Conversions be Stopped? which was pasted on this website (www.stanleyonbible.com) on 18 October 2002 and published in the November 2002 issue of Blessing monthly. I am humbled by the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wedding At Cana Series

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jan 10, 2009

Understanding the Scriptures, one can see the wealth of evidence which would render strong drink and intoxicating beverages as inappropriate for use by believers – use for drunkenness or simple social consumption.

In this passage we can find that Mary evidently was a friend or even a relative of those in the wedding party and took a principle part in the preparation of the wedding feast. Jesus and the disciples were invited. Whether the family was poor and had not enough refreshments, or whether there was ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle A Scandal Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 20, 2008

In this lesson we discover the necessity of church discipline for both the individual and the congregation.

Introduction: A. I’m told that Willie Nelson (the country singer) apparently at one time owned a golf course. 1. He said the great thing about owning a golf course was that he could decide what is par for each hole. 2. For you non-golfers, par is the number of hits of the ball you are allowed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Every Spiritual Blessing Pt. 3

Contributed by David Mcallan on Aug 8, 2008

Paul writes that it was God’s good pleasure to make known His master plan for the universe to the Church and that is to unite all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

Intro Eph. 1:8 -10 In all wisdom & understanding, He made known to us the mystery of His will according to His good pleasure, which He purposed beforehand in Christ, into a management plan for the fullness of time – to gather up all things into Christ from both heaven and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Become A Demon's Nightmare

Contributed by John Perry on Feb 2, 2011

I read a little Chick tract called “A Demon’s Nightmare” ..... I’m sure most of you have read it too. At every the committed Christian has got demons panicking basically by simply being a real Christian. The thought is simple that every one of us

Bunbury Wed pm 2/02/11 “How to b/co a demon’s nightmare” Intro: The W. of G. tells us t/n that we are not in ignorance of the devil’s / hell methods of operation against the human race & the church. Paul says …….. (2 Cor 2:11 NKJV) "lest Satan should take ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

It’s "All" There !!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 6, 2012

Giving a new spin to most quoted parable of Jesus’ parables -THE GOOD SAMARITAN!!!

IT IS “ALL” THERE !!! One of the outstanding aspects of the Saviour’s Ministry was his narration of parables. The word parable is a transliteration of the Greek word “parabole” (para-bow-LAY), and comes from two Greek words, “para” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: *other