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For Jesus Love 4 Leadership Traits

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 21, 2017

Abraham, a blessed man of good faith and Jacob, a man of power prepare the way of Christ Jesus

FOR JESUS’ LOVE 4 Leadership Traits By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 7, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Friends

Four Thousand Fed Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 20, 2017

When He fed them, we are told, So they all ate and were filled. It was true on that day, and it is true today also that Christ has enough mercy and grace to satisfy any desire.

-AD 29- Decapolis Lesson: Four Thousand Fed Matthew 15:32-39, Mark 8:1-9 -Matthew- 32 Now Jesus called His disciples to Himself and said, “I have compassion on the multitude, because they have now continued with Me three days and have nothing to eat. And I do not want to send them away hungry, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:32-39, Mark 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Defending The Faith Sermon Iii: Focus On Grace And Truth Evidenceed In The Word Incarnate Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 6, 2020

In times of crisis when our Christian Faith is attacked by unbelievers and scoffers, mature Christians stand firm and stay focused on grace and truth evidenced in the Word that was in the beginning and became flesh.

IN TIMES LIKE THESE - FOCUS ON GRACE AND TRUTH EVIDENCED IN “THE WORD” INCARNATE John Arthur, my three-year-old great-grandson, calls me Paw-Paw. We call him Art. When Art comes to our house, he plays with toys Mee-Maw keeps in a bottom dresser drawer so he can get to the toys ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18, John 18:36-38

Blind Bartimaeus

Contributed by Scott Nichols on Jan 18, 2019

Do you think it would take a miracle to get your life back on track again? So did Bartimaeus. But one day he took a chance and all of his dreams came true. The same can happen to you. Let's consider his story.

Have you ever felt as if your life has come to a standstill? As if you have been relegated to the side of the road as the rest of the world passes by? Do you think it would take a miracle to get your life back on track again? So did Bartimaeus. But one day he took a chance and all of his dreams ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Maintaining Readiness

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 26, 2019

Jesus shares illustrations to show that his return will be sudden and unexpected. His call on us is to be ready at any moment. The First Sunday of Advent reminds us that Jesus came, and Jesus is coming again!

Matthew 24:36-44 Maintaining Readiness The military has a readiness system of green, amber and red, to illustrate threat levels we might face at any given time. When you go on base or on post, you’ll see a Force Protection Condition, or FPCON, ranging from normal to delta. Likewise, the president ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44, Acts 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Extravagant Generosity Of God Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 6, 2021

Our Salvation is Based on One Thing..... The Extravagant Generosity of God

February 13, 2021 The Context: Our next story comes on the heels of Jesus’ conversation with the rich young ruler who went away sad because what Jesus asked him to do was too difficult…. “sell all your stuff, give to the poor, then come and follow me.” {Matthew 19:16-22} The rich and well to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Message For New Year’s Day, 1-1-2023

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 11, 2023

The Church at Ephesus started off right but somehow lost their first love. For this New Year, may we be reminded to remember, repent, and re-do what we did at the first.

(Note: This message is based on and edited from a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO, on 1-1-2023; but is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: This morning we celebrate the start of a brand new year. It’s really kind of difficult to zero in on something that hasn’t been ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Plague Of Locusts Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 7, 2022

Then the LORD said to Moses, "Go to Pharaoh, for I have hardened his heart and the hearts of his officials so that I may perform these signs of mine among them

The Plague of Locusts Exodus 10:1-6 (NIV) Par ? 1 Then the LORD said to Moses, "Go to Pharaoh, for I have hardened his heart and the hearts of his officials so that I may perform these signs of mine among them 2 that you may tell your children and grandchildren how I dealt harshly with the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

King David Achieves Victory Over Five Surrounding Nations Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 10, 2023

A problem remains, the nation of Israel remains surrounded by enemy kingdoms. To the west are the Philistines. To the south is Edom. To the east you have Ammon, Moab, and the Arameans.

God has brought David from shepherding sheep as a boy, to shepherding a nation, as king of Israel. He’s spoken to David through the prophet, promising to be with him. David answered with praise, saying, "Who am I that you should do such great things for me?" But a problem remains, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Hidden Blessing Behind Our Act Of Faith

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Aug 1, 2020

God blesses those who put their faith to action. At various steps in our life's journey, the Lord brings situations where he tests our faith. If we exercise our faith, the blessing follows; if we do not, we will lose it.”

A great famine swept over all the land. This famine was prophesied by Elijah. This drought was the result of the judgment of the nation’s rampant idolatry, led by the royal couple Ahab and Jezebel. 1 Kings 17:1 - And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the Lord God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-16, Luke 4:25-26

"Following The Way"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 11, 2017

A sermon about Jesus as the Way.

“Following The Way” John 14:1-14 Jesus’ disciples were anxious and scared. Just a few sentences before our Gospel Lesson for this morning Jesus said to them: “I will be with you only a little longer.” And the disciples cannot imagine life on earth without Jesus. They are afraid for their ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Outfitting For Ministry Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017

The way of Jesus is the way of humble service to Him, His church, and others. God has given you gifts to build up the Body of Christ; to beautify the Bride of Christ.

July 16 Outfitting for Ministry The way of Jesus is the way of humble service to Him, His church, and others. God has given you gifts to build up the Body of Christ; to beautify the Bride of Christ. Four important truths from this verse: 1. These gifts are from the Spirit “A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Love Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 10, 2015

One of the qualities of God that draws us to him is his loving nature. This is a brief look at the power of that love.

1. D. L. Moody was a great American Evangelist in the late 19th Century. John 3:16 was the verse through which D. L. Moody learned to appreciate the greatness of God's love. Moody had been to Britain in the early days of his ministry and there had met the young English preacher, Henry Moorhouse. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Love

Contributed by Brandon Nuckles on Jan 31, 2017

A sermon of Jesus and how he loves us. The main point being we should love as Jesus has loved.

As I go through these verses and look a little more in depth, I want you to ask your self a couple questions? What is Love? Am i being Love the way we called to be Love? 1 Corinthians 13 When i go out to eat am I being patient with my waitress at the resteraunt? Am i envious of others ...read more

What Might God Do If We Were All Ready?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 17, 2021

Are we really ready? Prepared? One personal encounter with God can change people. Get ready for more.

WHAT MIGHT GOD DO IF WE WERE READY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Matthew 25:10 And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut. * WE MUST BE READY mentally, physically, emotionally and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:10, Matthew 24:42-44, Revelation 19:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God