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The Promise Of Respect Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 25, 2008

An application of the 5th commandment, describing what it means to honor one’s parents at different stages in one’s life, first learning to obey, then respect, then care for them, which results in a long-lasting society.

The Promise of Respect Exodus 20:12 Comedian Rodney Dangerfield, who died October 5, 2004, at age 82, made a living making fun of himself and the difficulty of getting what we all desire: a little respect, please. Some of his best lines were: “I tell ya I get no respect from anyone. I bought a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Breakthrough For Joy

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 2, 2010

Every now and then something happens, after a long struggle, to give us a breakthrough. So with God in Christ, planning from the foundation of time for the cross and achieving a breakthrough victory at the empty tomb. So count nothing impossible.

Every now and again, in human history, we achieve a breakthrough. Something which we have worked for, hoped for, fought and died for, finally happens. There has been struggle and agony and seemingly endless defeat, but suddenly it all works out. That’s called a breakthrough. You know the feeling. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

We Can Be Good Citizens

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 13, 2017

Christianity has been around for a long time, and Christians have lived in every country and under all kinds of governments. God requires that Christians put their trust in God and to obey the leaders and laws of the country in which they live.

Introduction: A. One day during the presidential transition, the “lame duck” President met with his successor in the Oval Office. 1. Near the end of the orientation, the outgoing President presented the incoming President three numbered envelopes, with specific instructions to open them, in order, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10, Psalm 13:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Total Recall

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 17, 2016

We are not created for death; We were created for life, but unfortunately we chose death in that Garden so long ago. We were in a prison of our own making and there was no escape until we were recalled to life.

Total Recall Ezekiel 37:1-10NLT Introduction: Most of you have heard of Charles Dickens’ book~ “The Tale of Two Cities.” "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times," Charles Dickens writes in the opening lines as he paints a picture of life in England and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grave Site Service

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 4, 2016

This is a grave site service for a believer in Jesus Christ, but also a veteran. It talks about two graveyards, two resurrections and our future resurrection. It also talks about heaven as the place where a belivers heart longs to be.

Funeral – Grave Site Service As I stand in this graveyard and before this grave I remember another graveyard and the person who was buried there. And many of his friends and family were there to mourn the loss of their friend and loved one as well. The man’s name was Lazarus. Right after his ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Foursquare

Where Is Your Bethesda Pool/

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 26, 2018

Can Jesus still heal problems of long standing or is there an expiration date on Healing? Do we listen to people far too much when they tell us that their advise is to "accept your disability" and get on with your life?

Where is your Bethesda Pool? John 5:1-15 Where is your Bethesda Pool? How long have you been sitting there? There were many people sitting by the pool that day. Jesus observed them sitting there with problems of long standing. In fact this man had his problem for 38 years and after that long a ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

On A Dim Lit Road

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 21, 2013

As long as you have a ‘priest and an ephod’, you don’t need to have a blue print of your life. Are you hearing me friends? God is your compass and your road map!

On a dim lit road! 1 Samuel 23:9”When David knew that Saul plotted evil against him, he said to Abiathar the priest, "Bring the ephod here." I blog at https://www.balasamson.wordpress.com/ These teachings of mine, if you follow them meticulously, would be great Bible study for you; you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Miraculous Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2014

This sermon answers 4 questions re: miraculous spiritual gifts: 1. What were the gifts? 2. How were the gifts received? 3. What was the purpose of the gifts? 4. How long were the gifts to last?

INTRODUCTION: In this lesson, we are going to finally deal with the topic of miraculous spiritual gifts. This is yet another of the more controversial topics regarding the Holy Spirit in the religious world, especially regarding the possibility that these gifts are still present today, which we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"as The Spirit Of The Lord Works Within Us..."

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 29, 2015

An old hymn says, “To be like Jesus is my song; To be like Jesus in the throng; To be like Jesus all day long. I want to be like Jesus!” And that is what God wants, too – for us to be like Jesus.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED - 2016) TEXT: Romans 8:29 (Msg); 2 Corinthians 3:18b (NLT) A few years ago thousands of congregations participated in Rick Warren’s “40 Days of Purpose”. In the churches that participated, for 6 weeks the Sunday morning sermons, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29, 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pentecostal's Conversion Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 22, 2016

This lesson establishes that Peter's preaching on the Day of Pentecost resulted in 3000 souls becoming Christians. It addresses the false notion that “it doesn’t matter what you believe, as long as your heart is right.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Pentecostal’s Reprove 2. The Pentecostal’s Request 3. The Pentecostal’s Response Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss a theme: “The Pentecostal’s Conversion.” This lesson is one of several that will deal with the Acts of Conversions, as seen ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus’ Final Instructions, Part 1

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 15, 2015

Jesus went to heaven to prepare a place for us to go to when we go to our heavenly home. Going home fulfills the longing we have for God. Only God can fulfill the emptiness of our souls.

“Let not your hearts be troubled. You believe in God, believe also in me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to myself; that where I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

"A Case Of Mistaken Identity"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 26, 2012

Althrough the Gospel of Mark and in this passage in John, those who interact with Jesus often misunderstand or mistake Him for something or someone he is not. Those at the "feeding of the 5000" thought this was the long expected king. (some "gospel" ph

In Jesus Holy Name July 29, 2012 Text: John 6:14-15 Pentecost IX “A Case of Mistaken Identity” Mistaken identity is not an uncommon thing. The Bible records more than one incident of mistaken identity. The narrative which is most important for our message today is found in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:14-15

Denomination: Lutheran

It's More Than A List! Lessons From Nehemiah 3 Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2013

Whenever we get to long lists in the Bible, our eyes usually just skim through them, or we may just skip them. If we do this with Nehemiah 3, we will miss many good lessons.

The book opens up with Nehemiah learning of the bad news about the condition of the walls of Jerusalem and the condition of the people. Nehemiah showed in his questioning of his brother of the condition of God’s people and city and what followed what his priorities were as a servant of God. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Great Questions Of Jesus I: "how Do You Benefit If You Lose Your Soul?" Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 7, 2019

Many of life's concerns about short-term material benefits precipitate undue worry, but the "real you" - your soul - needs your immediate attention for your long-term benefit.

FOUR GREAT QUESTIONS OF JESUS I A Series of Devotional Sermons First Great Question: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36-37

Aging—the World’s Oldest Man Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 13, 2019

Methuselah has become the biblical symbol of longevity. His life was long but thin as a string. The two Q's of life are important, quantity and quality. A certain quantity of years is important in order for a person to develop quality.

6 April 2016 Title: Aging—the World’s Oldest Man (Genesis 5:1-32) Who would you identify as the first senior adult? The Scripture text will give you a clue. You may have had the question when playing Trivial Pursuit, "Who is the oldest person in the Bible?" Now you know where I am ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:1-32

Denomination: Baptist