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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
DR. LUKE ALSO WROTE ACTS, SO THE HOLY SPIRIT AND MEDICAL DETAILS ARE INCLUDED. JESUS’ BIRTH FORETOLD; THE MESSIAH WAS TO COME WHILE THE TEMPLE OF JERUSALEM WAS STILL STANDING. IT WAS DESTROYED IN 70 AD. NOTES FROM BIBLEGATEWAY.ORG
1: 26 Now in the sixth month the angel (MESSENGER) Gabriel was sent from God to a city in Galilee named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin [r]betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the [s]descendants of David; and the virgin’s name was [t]Mary. 28 And coming in, he said to her, “Greetings, favored ...read more
Denomination: Vineyard
In God's dealings with Israel, the atoning work of Jesus Christ was always in mind. The symbol of the snake was intended for later use by Jesus as an illustration of his death.
A Look of Faith (Numbers 21:4-9, John 3:13-16) 1. In the world of medicine and nutritional supplements, do we really know what we are doing? People seem so sure about their claims, but we need to remind ourselves: we don't know what we don't know. 2. This AFP article broke this last ...read more
Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Discusses the symbolism behind the communion service and how participating in the Lord’s Supper impacts the believers day to day life.
Church 101: A Beginners Guide to Church Part 5 - Communion and Church Tonight we are in part 5 of our series Church 101: A Beginners Guide to Church We have been looking at various aspects of “church” in an effort to understand how the different ways we practice our faith impacts our daily lives ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Denomination: Pentecostal
The cross is the central symbol of Christianity. It reminds us of humankind’s sinfulness and of God’s love and power to save us.
Sermon for Good Friday, Year C Based on Isa. 52:13-53:12 & Jn. 19:17-42 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “The Cross” The cross…All of us here today, along with the writers of our scripture passages from Isaiah and John; indeed, the whole world share one thing in common—the cross. We, along ...read more
Scripture: John 19:17-42
Denomination: Lutheran
Part three of Symbols of the Covenants Series. A look at what it means to be under the old and new covenants based on Galations 3.
Symbols of the Covenants III: The Tutor Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29 I. Review of Parts I & II as well as Mount Sinai experience. (If you have not read pats one and two of the series it may be helpfull if they are read first.) II. Let us start today in Galatians 3:1 Here Paul begins to ...read more
Scripture: Romans 2:13-15, Galatians 3:1-29
Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist
A sermon on the cross using basic math symbols. (Title and outline taken from Bobby K. Carden and Robert Laymance)
Sermon for 4/9/2006 The Math of the Cross Introduction: A. Scripture reading from 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 B. I did not do very well in math. It was my worst subject. Thankfully my job doesn’t have much to do with math. C. A boy age ten was doing miserably in math in public school. His parents had ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
This message uses a simple candy cane to communicate the gospel and shows how a symbol like this can be used to evangelize others.
According to legend there was a candy maker who wanted to invent a candy that was a witness to Christ. First of all, he used a hard candy because Christ is the rock of ages. This hard candy was shaped so that it would resemble a “J” for Jesus or, turned upside down, a shepherd’s staff. He made it ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 1:21
In part 2 of this series, we look at Jacob’s first 2 sons, Reuben and Simeon and what they symbolize in and for the church.
We continue to look at the 12 stone memorial that was set up by the Israelites after crossing the Jordan. Each stone was for each of the 12 tribes of Israel. We are going to look together at the first two sons born to Jacob and the significance of what God was doing in and through these sons. n ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 29:31-33
Denomination: Assembly Of God
The Spirit is the living Christ at work in our lives. There are three symbols of the Spirit in these texts that reveal the work of the living Christ in us.
“Water, Wind, & Fire” John 7:37-39, Acts 2:1-21 In the text we read that Jesus promised the Spirit would come after Him. The outpouring of the Spirit happened on what is known as the Day of Pentecost, some 50 days after the resurrection, which we observe this Sunday. Sadly, this day ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21
Denomination: Baptist
To show that JESUS (Aleph-Tav) is the Burnt offering and JESUS (symbolized by Joshua) is the offerer. GOD will destroy our enemies forever.
I. EXORDIUM: Are you the burnt offering? No, JESUS is the burnt offering, I am the Living Sacrifice. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS (Aleph-Tav) is the Burnt offering and JESUS (symbolized by Joshua) is the offerer. GOD will destroy our enemies ...read more
Scripture: Joshua 8:28
Decorations and symbols are everywhere this Christmas season. But reviewing what are the meaning behind them can make this season more memorable.
Christmas symbols and characters are attractive on everyone’s eyes. But unless we discover their meaning and understand the stories behind them, they will remain as mere decorations. Let us therefore reflect with four usual symbols and characters of Christmas and see if we can get valuable lessons ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The cross symbolizes how God can take all the bad things in our lives, and transform them into something good.
INTRODUCTION It’s been a hot, hot summer! Tyler usually averages five days a year where the temperature goes above 100 degrees. This summer we set a new record with 47 consecutive days over 100. How hot is it? Potato farmers are digging their potatoes out of the hot ground and you ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 27:27-54
There was no procedural compliance in terms of the man’s dress which is symbolic that he was not clothed in his white baptismal garment (saved).
The Wedding Garment— An old Baptist preacher’s story tells of a parishioner who greeted his minister at the close of the service with the same observation, Sunday after Sunday: “You really gave it to them today, Preacher!” Over time, the minister became concerned that this parishioner never seemed ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14
Denomination: Catholic
This sermon explores the significance of the tearing of the temple veil, symbolizing the end of separation and the beginning of reconciliation with God through Jesus Christ.
Good morning, beloved family in Christ. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of our Lord, united in our love for Him and each other. It is my privilege to share with you today a message that has been stirring in my heart, a message that resonates with the very core of our faith. I want ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 27:50-51, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 10:19-23
Topics: Meaning, Death, Resurrection
The Christmas Star is often a symbol of the Christmas celebration. Like the Star of the first Christmas, Christians are call to draw attention to Christ.
Being A Christmas Star Perhaps the best known symbol of this season is the star of Bethlehem. It is common for Christmas trees to be crowned with a star on the top, with lights which shine like stars wonderfully scattered all about. The star is often an important symbol of the Christmas ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 2:10
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