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Tripping Over The Big Obstacle

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 21, 2009

We struggle against sins (actions), sin (attitude), and evil (forces greater than ourselves). We must have Christ’s help to keep from falling. (Delivered by gradually stretching down the chancel steps).

Walking looks like the simplest thing in the world, unless and until. Walking is something we do without even thinking about it, unless and until. Unless you are a toddler, just learning to use your legs; then walking becomes a matter of holding on to the coffee table for dear life, taking two ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-28

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men Still Seek Him

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 29, 2007

Contrast the attitudes of the Magi and the "Good and the Great" to Jesus, the Son of God

HB & GD 30-12-07 Epiphany Mt 2: 1-23 I’d like to look at the Epiphany story this morning Story: The Readers’ Digest once asked this question: Have you ever imagined what would have happened if there had been three wise women instead of three wise men at the Epiphany? They suggested that if ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Anglican

Wise Men Still Seek Him Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 15, 2005

Kings of Judah, Pt. 1: "Solomon" - Sermon 2

WISE MEN STILL SEEK HIM (1 KINGS 3:3-28) There couldn’t be wiser sayings than the following quotes on wisdom. Philosopher Cicero: “The function of wisdom is to discriminate between good and evil.” In the words of Educator Elbert Hubbard, wisdom is “to know when to be generous and when firm—that is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:3-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unpopular God But I Love Him

Contributed by Charles Jones on May 19, 2019

As Christians, we should openly express our love for God and for Jesus Christ His son.

You Don’t Love God? What’s Wrong With You? Unpopular God But I Love Him Genesis 22:14 And Abraham called the name of that place Jehovah jireh: as it is said to this day, In the mount of the LORD it shall be seen. Genesis 22:14 It is becoming a crime in America to publicly express a love for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Meek Souls Will Receive Him

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 10, 2019

Sermon for Christmas Eve, 2018

December 24, 2018 – Christmas Eve Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 2:1-10 Where Meek Souls Will Receive Him Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Let us pray: O holy child of Bethlehem, descend to us, we pray; Cast out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Get Him Angry

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002

Your temple needs attention.

DON’T GET HIM ANGRY! John 2:12-25 S: Worship Th: My Life as God’s Light Pr: THE TEMPLE DEMANDS ATTENTION. YOUR TEMPLE DEMANDS ATTENTION. ?: Why? Why do we do it? KW: Issues TS: Because the temple demands attention, we will find in John 2:12-25 three issues that must be dealt with. The ____ ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men Still Seek Him PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 1, 2023

This sermon explores seeking Jesus, gaining spiritual wisdom, and finding sustenance in God's Word, using the journey of the Magi in Matthew 2 as a guide. Key

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to be together in this sacred space, a place where hearts meet, where souls find solace, and where the Word of God nourishes our spirits. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the second chapter of Matthew's Gospel. This passage is a rich tapestry woven with ...read more

Topics: Wisdom, Seeking The Lord

I Got A Reason To Praise Him PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

Explores the boundless, enduring mercy of God, its manifestations in our lives, and the transformative power it holds for all who trust in Him.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we gather under the banner of His love, to bask in the radiance of His mercy. A mercy that is not just a whisper in the wind, but a resounding echo in our hearts, reverberating in every corner of our lives. It's not just a fleeting sentiment, ...read more

Topics: Mercy

Wise Men Still Seek Him Series

Contributed by Okoye Benjamin on Jan 17, 2015

A CAREFUL PLAN FOR ETERNITY

SUNDAY SERVICE SERMON NOTE. JANUARY 4, 2015. TOPIC: WISE MEN STILL SEEK HIM. Who is a wise man? A wise man simply put is that man who is in Christ. A man who is born again, who has Christ as his personal Lord and saviour. One who enjoys the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, who has knowledge, who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Anglican

"That I May Know Him."

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 3, 2004

Many people strive for prestige and prosperity, but the most important thing is a interpersonal relationship with God. That I may know should be the greatest desire of a child of God.

“That I May Know Him” Philippians 3:10 The book of Philippians has been called the “Song of Solomon” of the New Testament because of its intimacy and the passionate desire that Paul has for the church of Philippi. The manner of his writing is the same kind that distant lovers often communicate ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Apostolic

Trust Him To Direct Thy Paths

Contributed by Grant Adams on Oct 16, 2021

We are to do the trusting and God is to do the directing. Proverbs 20:24

Lamentations 3:9; path is a course of life. Have you ever hit a detour in the road? A deviation? Truth is, life is full of surprises and sometimes as we are heading down the path of life, God puts up a detour. He alters our path, course of life! Remember we travel down a road we never wanted ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Proverbs 20:24

Denomination: Baptist

God's Eternal Purpose For Us In Him

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 6, 2007

God works in us for His eternal purpose in prayer

GOD’S ETERNAL PURPOSE FOR US IN HIM Eph. 3:14-21 Good Advice Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. Don’t believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want. When you say, "I love you," mean it. When you say, "I’m sorry," look the person in the eye. Never laugh at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Wise Men Still Find Him Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007

Solomon, Pt. 2

WISE MEN STILL FIND HIM (1 KINGS 3:3-28) What do sages and philosophers have to say about wisdom? Philosopher Cicero: “The function of wisdom is to discriminate between good and evil.” The philosopher Immanuel Kant distinguishes between science and wisdom, saying: “Science is organized knowledge. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:3-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Would You Too Reject Him?

Contributed by John Herrmann on Oct 4, 2002

In the parable of the vineyard and the "rejected cornerstone of Christ", we see how an ever near and patient God reveals himself in Creation and redemption -- working through the Holy Spirit to keep us from rejecting him.

It would seem the vineyard image is appropriate for this time of year. I’ve read that the Napa Valley is expecting a great crush this year. In Amador County, here in California, there is weekend tasting and festivities in honor of the harvest vintage. Maybe some of our people are there right ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-43

Denomination: Lutheran

What To Do With Life's Burdens

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 4, 2017

Sooner or later every home, every person, every one of us, finds our self with burdens that seem too heavy to bear.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Galatians 6:5,2; Psalm 55:22 ILL. After hearing & reading all the health warnings in the media, someone wrote the following:. Brace yourself. Somewhere, they’re plotting the scare of the week. Air is polluted; water is too. Fish ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2, Galatians 6:5, Psalm 55:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ