Sermons on Make It Your Ambition:

The Parable Of The Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Feb 20, 2014

In this parable of the ten virgins Jesus speaks concerning the coming kingdom for the Jews, but there also are some practical truths for us all.

Parable of the Ten Virgins Matt. 25:1-13 The last two parables in Matthew follow the questions asked by the disciples in Chapter 24:3. Here the Lord speaks of return and what He will find. See: Matt. 25:1-13 1. The Ten Virgins Vs.2 they are described as wise and foolish (5 each) Mention: Matt. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Gifts Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012

One of the characteristics of the Apostolic church is its emphasis on the gifts of the Spirit. Some Christian movements pass by these gifts, while others see them simply as something that was finished in the book of Acts. Nevertheless, the gifts of the

Ice Breaker: Do you like your name? Would you like to change it? Key verse: 1Corinthians 12:1. INTRODUCTION: One of the characteristics of the Apostolic church is its emphasis on the gifts of the Spirit. Some Christian movements pass by these gifts, while others see them simply as something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Apostolic

The Parable Of The Pharisee And The Publican Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012

There is a necessary appropriate attitude in prayer so that it can be answered by God. The Pharisee belonged to a Jewish religious sect that believed that salvation came by obeying the letter of the law and precepts that they and their ancestors had esta

Ice Breaker: Can you describe the characteristics of a humble person? Scripture: Lucas 18:9-14. INTRODUCTION: There is a necessary appropriate attitude in prayer so that it can be answered by God. The Pharisee belonged to a Jewish religious sect that believed that salvation came by obeying ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Apostolic

God's Measure Of Greatness

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Dec 27, 2008

It’s not about how much you do; it’s about whether or not you faithfully do what He asks.

GOD’S MEASURE OF GREATNESS Text: Matthew 19:30 – 20:16 Introduction: • Chapter 19, 20 Jesus addresses God’s measure of greatness in His kingdom • 19:3 – 12 (Pharisees; divorce) Greatness not based upon the strictness of our religious beliefs • 19:16 – 26 (Rich young ruler) Greatness not based ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In Jesus!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 14, 2014

As God takes us through the labyrinth of life struggle, He cleanses us from all impurities and brings us out refined as gold.

Hope ! Second Word of Jesus from the cross:"Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise." Luke 23:43 What a wonderful word of HOPE! Look what Jesus said to a thief, ‘Today, you will be with me in Paradise!’ Jesus is simply adorable! Cheer up friend! We are not doomed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beauty Of Ugliness

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Aug 22, 2013

This was a meditation around the table of the Lord on the Beauty of God and His love for us revealed by the ugliness of the cross.

The Beauty of Ugliness Gal. 6:14 (Lord’s Supper Meditation) The Story is told of a little girl in the younger grades of school. This particular day the children were all given notices to bring to their parents of a show and tell time at school when parents could come to the school to talk ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honor The Word

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 3, 2014

The Word of God is not an ordinary hammer that drives nails but one that breaks rocks in pieces!

Honor the Word! 2 Thessalonians 3:1 “Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may speed ahead and be honored, as happened among you…” The Word of God is mentioned as a double-edged sword, in Jeremiah 23:29 "Is not my word like fire," declares the LORD, "and like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Samaritan Saved

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 6, 2016

All ten of these patients were healed of their leprosy, but only one was made whole - and he was the one who returned to give thanks.

A SAMARITAN SAVED. Luke 17:11-19. This well-known and wonderful passage, unique to Luke’s Gospel, gives us (first) an account of the cleansing of ten lepers. Second, it celebrates the gratitude of one of them (who happened to be a Samaritan). Thirdly, it tells us of the Samaritan’s salvation by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just Look Up And See

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 10, 2016

God is there every time all the time.

JUST LOOK UP AND SEE Psalms 121: 1 I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. 2 My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. 3 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. 4 Behold, he that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Grave Side Service For A Sister In Christ

Contributed by Joe Chase on Aug 10, 2016

Grave Side Service

Grave Side Service 2016-08-10 Lakeview Cemetery We have brought Norma to the place where her mortal body will remain until that great day when all the dead will be raised immortal. Our comfort during these hard hours of loss come from the Great God of Heaven. I commend you to Him and the power ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Proper Garment For The Party

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Aug 13, 2016

Every Christian is expected to wear the righteousness of Christ as a garment if one would enter into the kingdom of heaven.

I would like to bring to your attention that the parable of the wedding feast as read in Matthew 22:1-14 implies that there is a wedding feast / party awaiting all those who accept Jesus Christ as their lord and savior and there is a strict dress code for the feast, otherwise the master does not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power Of Worship

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 11, 2020

Worship is a life style not a feeling you don't feel like, you live to wherever you are, you have the authority, ability to worship Him (God), at home, at the stores, inside the toilet, taking a bath, walking and working

** proskuneo___(to bend your head, knees or body as a sign of submission) ___the act of obeying ** "revere"____to fear ____be in awe of ____idolize ** worship is to serve ** you cant worship God in the physical (flesh), you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:20, John 4:23-24, John 9:31

Denomination: Other

Give Thanks

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 24, 2020

No matter the circumstances, we are to give thanks.

Give Thanks November 22, 2020 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: No matter the circumstances, we are to give thanks. Focus Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Supplemental Passage: A Psalm for Thanksgiving. Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth. Serve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Believing

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 24, 2020

This passage is a summary of the forty days from Easter to Ascension (Acts 1:3), and beyond that to the application of the Great Commission.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BELIEVING. Mark 16:9-20. We start with a resounding statement of fact: “Jesus was risen early on the first day of the week” (Mark 16:9a)! This fact is attested in the other Gospels, and throughout the New Testament, and is the whole basis and explanation of the existence of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 30. The Avoidance Of Oaths James 5:12 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned.

Text Lesson 30. James 5:12 (NIV) Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned. Commentary on James 5:12 Above all, my brothers and sisters, do ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12

Denomination: Baptist