Sermons on Meditating:

What Does Jesus See?

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 18, 2009

Communion Meditation for March 1, 2009 and the first of the Lenten Series, ‘The Body of Christ.’

We begin our Lenten Series for this year under the theme of ‘The Body of Christ.’ I picked this theme because I believe that it ties in with the two themes that we have already studied this year: being a peacemaker and a missionary. I also picked it because I believe as Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Church Of God

A Shepherd's Love

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 16, 2009

This is a funeral/memorial meditation for the memorial service of a man who died after a life of struggle.

Memorial Meditation – October 17, 2009 - Psalm 23 I love this passage of Scripture because it speaks of life’s most important and most intimate relationship, that of humanity, of you and me, to our Creator. And rather than use terms like Creator, Almighty One, even the term “God” itself, the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remembering Christ

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 27, 2002

Why do we forget Christ so easily? Meditation on the Lord’s table.

Remembering Christ Living Hope Baptist Church, 03 February 2002 Matt Black 1 Corinthians 11:24 “ . . .this do in remembrance of me.” Introduction: Please open your Bibles to I Corinthians 11:24. This passage concerns the Lord’s Supper, but I just want to focus on the Lord’s purpose in this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

This Is My Body Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2009

A meditation on the meaning of Christ’s sacrifice as we prepare to share at the Lord’s Table.

MATTHEW 26:26 “THIS IS MY BODY” “As they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, ‘Take, eat; this is My body.’” “The Body of Christ,” mumbles the priest as he places a wafer on the tongue of each worshipper. Those participating in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26

Denomination: Baptist

Hard To Explain

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 30, 2013

To show that we need to aim for understanding every WORD of GOD we read by meditation.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have difficulty in understanding? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to aim for understanding every WORD of GOD we read by meditation. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 5:11 (Amplified Bible) 5:11 Concerning this we have much to say which is hard to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Legacy

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 23, 2012

A Funeral Meditation: The death of Sarah motivated Abraham to seek the promises of God for his life.

The Legacy* Genesis 23:1-4 1 Sarah lived to be a hundred and twenty-seven years old. 2 She died at Kiriath Arba (that is, Hebron) in the land of Canaan, and Abraham went to mourn for Sarah and to weep over her. 3 Then Abraham rose from beside his dead wife and spoke to the Hittites. He said, 4 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 23:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

Know Thyself Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Oct 26, 2009

This week we turn the focus on understanding ourselves and gaining emotional awareness so that we may know God. Four competancies will be shared to help us become emotionally aware so that we might be emotionally healthy spiritually.

Back to School Know Thyself Psalm 55:1-5, 16-17 October 25, 2009 This week and next week we are going to look at several emotional health competencies. These are qualities that emotionally healthy people cultivate and display. These give us plenty of things to work because none of us have all of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Encounters, Defecting Your Giants

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 2, 2010

Here's several step in the right direction in defeating giants in your life.

Encounters, Defecting Your Giants / I Samuel 17:31-40 Even though you are born-again, most must still battle giants throughout their lives. There are several lessons that can be applied from this Biblical story found in I Samuel chapter 17. 31.Then David’s question was reported to King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:31-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Singing And Contemplation Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 23, 2009

The point of art, and especially music, is to lead us beyond what we can apprehend at the material level, even to contemplative prayer.

May 25, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis Sing to God, sing praises to his name; lift up a song to him who rides upon the clouds; his name is the LORD, exult before him! 5 Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation. The anointing of the Holy Spirit is the action of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Speak Out Your Own Miracle! (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jun 7, 2009

The Bible has much to say about the important role our words play in our lives, and all the more when we are speaking the Word of God over our situation.

Speak out your own Miracle! Joshua 1:8 Introduction: I believe that this is a timely message for us as a church. I know God is doing a marvellous work in our midst; some of you here will be surprised of the blessing that will come your way after hearing this sermon. Some of us don’t know the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Power Over Porno

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

Clear Bible principles for victory over sexual temptation/lust

’Power Over Porno’ Pornography and all other types of sexual temptations are causing men to fall into the devil’s trap of corrupting their minds which is often followed by acts of illicit sex. This is probably the sin most responsible for causing Christian men to fall from fellowship with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gift Of Intercession

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 12, 2012

The important place of prayer in the Christian's life.

The Scripture this morning contains two entirely different stories which seem unrelated, but, in fact, have much the same message. The first is an early meeting of Jesus with Peter, James and John before they became disciples. They had worked all night with all the skill of professional ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Practicing The Presence Of God

Contributed by Daniel Keeran on Mar 13, 2018

Spiritual Mindfulness is described.

Practicing the Presence of God: Spiritual Mindfulness by Daniel Keeran, MSW, College of Mental Health Counselling www.ctihalifax.com Psalm 16:11 You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Maintaining Spiritual Sanity

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jan 29, 2014

Keys to maintaining spiritual sanity

MAINTAINING SPIRITUAL SANITY OBSERVATION: SPIRITUAL SANITY IS A WORK IN PROGRESS REQUIRING DAILY MAINTENANCE. INTERPRETATION: PROVERBS 12: 5 (NKJV) THE THOUGHTS OF THE RIGHTEOUS ARE RIGHT, BUT THE COUNSELS OF THE WICKED ARE DECEITFUL. PROVERBS 12:5 (THE BOOK) THE PLANS OF THE GODLY ARE JUST; ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:5

Denomination: Baptist

4 Steps To Be A Hygienic Christian

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 17, 2015

Paul talks about having "sound" doctrine or faith (1 Tim. 1:10, Tit. 1:13,2:2, etc). The word "sound" in Greek is "hygienic" and means to be healthy. We discuss the 4 steps to being a hygienic Christian.

4 STEPS TO BE A HYGIENIC CHRISTIAN Ps. 119:97-100 INTRODUCTION A. ALL YOU CAN EAT PLACES 1. I think that one of the wisest decisions ever made in the food industry was the idea of the “All You Can Eat Buffet.” Many restaurants only offer this option and it has proven to be very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-100

Denomination: Assembly Of God