Sermons on Locks:

The Parable Of The Minas

Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009

Wealth, power and control: a new look at the parable of the minas.

Luke 19:11-27 The Parable of the Ten Minas Fig trees Fig Trees and the Temple Luke 19:11-27 The Parable of the Ten Minas Cultural/Historical background--then Herod Archelaus/ Rome Jerusalem & the temple system wealth, power, control Cultural/Historical background--now education, food, water, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is Your Power?

Contributed by William Lock on Oct 8, 2009

Do we truly trust God with our power or ourselves and other things? Concluding look at Philippians especially concentrating on Philippians 4:13

Where and what is your power? Are you (living) empowered? By what means (en toi) Intro: 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. (NRSV) 13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. (KJV) 13 I can do everything through him who gives me strength. (NIV) Whatever I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Peace Of God

Contributed by William Lock on Oct 8, 2009

Striving for peace is not easy and takes a lot of work on our part? But God promises his peace to those who strive to serve him.

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 Think of those brief moments that represent Peace for you…experiences in nature, with family, friends, at work...times of complete freedom…quiet, pure, alivewhat is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Calling.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 19, 2024

Remember this, “What the caterpillar calls the end, God calls a butterfly." Ephesians 4:1MSG In light of all this, here’s what I want you to do. While I’m locked up here, a prisoner for the Master, I want you to get out there and walk—better yet, run!—on the road God called you to travel.

The Calling. Ephesians 4:1-16NIV Ephesians 1-3, Are all about sovereignty and grace. These 3 chapters are the foundations of our faith. Ephesians 1-3, teach that we are blessed with every spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Door And Only One Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2020

What does it mean for Jesus to be "the door?" And why should that matter to us?

There’s a cute little children’s song about Jesus that goes this way: “One Door, and only one, and yet its sides are two, inside and outside, on which side are you? One Door, and only one, and yet its sides are two, I want the inside - on which side are you? “One Lord, and only one and yet the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abiding In Christ

Contributed by Jerry D. Locke on Feb 2, 2012

What it means to live in connection with Christ.

John 15:1-16 Let me introduce you to Billy Bob Brewer. Its been a long time coming, B.B…. Finally realizes he is a sinner….and it bothers him. He starts trying to find spiritual peace—so be shows up a church. First, it’s a preaching service, then a Bible class, even ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Esto Lo Sabemos

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Nov 15, 2024

En los buenos y en los tiempos difíciles, Dios está obrando en nosotros. Y sabemos que todas las cosas cooperan para bien, para aquellos que aman a Dios y son llamados de acuerdo a su propósito. ~ Romanos 8:28-29

Buenas noticias… de la Palabra de Dios… Romanos 8:28-29 Y sabemos que todas las cosas ayudan a bien, para aquellos que aman a Dios y son llamados de acuerdo a su propósito. Dios, en su previo conocimiento, nos eligió para ser conformados a la imagen de su Hijo. ~ Romanos 8:28-29 Hay ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Philippians 1:6, Romans 8:28, Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Foursquare

Guarda Tu Corazón

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Nov 15, 2024

En Proverbios encontramos una directiva muy importante que tiene importancia para toda la vida: “Sobre toda cosa guardada, guarda tu corazón, porque de él mana la vida”. Proverbios 4:23

Guarda tu corazón - Vigilando y guardando Sobre todo, guarda tu corazón, porque de él mana la vida. ~ Proverbios 4:23 A. Bíblicamente, el corazón (nuestro ser interior) es el centro de nuestros afectos, emociones y valores. Sobre todo… lo más importante… es guardar ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, Jude 1:24-25, Mark 10:5, Mark 8:17, Proverbs 4:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Pan Del Cielo

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Nov 15, 2024

Entendiendo la verdad dinámica del Pan del Cielo: Tanto el maná como Jesús mismo.

A. Maná: Pan del Cielo – Éxodo 16 1. A los dos meses de haber emprendido su viaje para salir de la esclavitud en Egipto, rumbo a la “Tierra Prometida” de Canaán, los hijos de Israel se quejaron contra Moisés y Aarón. (Éxodo 16:2-3) 2. El Señor le dijo a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-3, Exodus 16:4, John 6:1-14, John 6:35-40, Matthew 26:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Learning From The Mistakes Of Others

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Dec 30, 2024

The story of Adam and Eve's decisions and actions in the garden of Eden give insights to help learn from the mistakes of others.

THE FIRST (Really) BIG MISTAKE 1. We know the story: Garden of Eden, the serpent and man. (Genesis 3) 2. God gave man clear directives and warning: Genesis 2:16-17 3. They disobeyed: The end result of Adam and Eve’s disobedience was not only that, as God had said, ‘in the day that you eat of it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Foursquare

The Wonderful Peace Of God

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Dec 30, 2024

Throughout scripture we discover the wonderful peace of God.

THE BIBLICAL DEFINITION OF 'PEACE' 1. ‘Shalom’ – Completeness, wholeness, health, welfare, safety, soundness, tranquility, prosperity, fullness, rest, harmony; the absence of agitation or discord. Common greeting in Israel – Shalom! 2. ‘Eirene’ – A state of rest, quietness, calmness; ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Colossians 3:15, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Foursquare

Living To Please The Lord

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Dec 30, 2024

Psalm 19 is a psalm of David. David’s prayer is a life-desire to please the Lord; specifically in this verse relating to words spoken and the inward thoughts and ponderings of the heart – desiring that they always be pleasing to the Lord, the One Who is ‘my strength and my redeemer.’

May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. ~ Psalm 19:14 Psalm 19 is a psalm of David. David’s prayer is a life-desire to please the Lord; specifically in this verse relating to words spoken and the inward thoughts and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Foursquare

Vivir Para Agradar Al Señor

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Jan 22, 2025

El Salmo 19 es un salmo de David. La oración de David es un deseo de vida de agradar al Señor.

Que las palabras de mi boca y la meditación de mi corazón sean gratas delante de ti, oh Jehová, Roca mía y Redentor mío. ~ Salmo 19:14 El Salmo 19 es un salmo de David. La oración de David es un deseo de vida de agradar al Señor; específicamente en este ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Foursquare

La Maravillosa Paz De Dios

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Jan 22, 2025

A lo largo de las Escrituras descubrimos la maravillosa paz de Dios.

LA DEFINICIÓN BÍBLICA DE “PAZ” 1. ‘Shalom’ – Integridad, plenitud, salud, bienestar, seguridad, solidez, tranquilidad, prosperidad, plenitud, descanso, armonía; ausencia de agitación o discordia. Saludo común en Israel: ¡Shalom! 2. ‘Eirene’ – Un estado de descanso, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Colossians 3:15, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Foursquare

Aprendiendo De Los Errores De Los Demás

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Jan 22, 2025

La historia de las decisiones y acciones de Adán y Eva en el jardín del Edén brindan información que ayuda a aprender de los errores de los demás.

EL PRIMER (DE VERDAD) GRAN ERROR 1. Conocemos la historia: el Jardín del Edén, la serpiente y el hombre. (Génesis 3) 2. Dios le dio al hombre directivas y advertencias claras: Génesis 2:16-17 3. Desobedecieron: El resultado final de la desobediencia de Adán y Eva no fue ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Foursquare