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Othniel - Who Won A Bride In A Battle

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Feb 6, 2023

Othniel stands tall and wins Achsah as his bride.

Judges 1.1-13 - Othniel I am not sure how many of you have read the story of Othniel or even know who he is. Othniel’s name means God has helped me or God is my strength. Both of these reflect the character and life of Othniel. He was in fact the first of the Judges sent by God to deliver Israel ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Expectations

Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 9, 2016

Have you ever been in a situation where people did not live up to the hopes and expectations you had for them? If so, you can probably understand why John the Baptist was confused in the reading we heard from Matthew’s Gospel.

Have you ever been in a situation where people did not live up to the hopes and expectations you had for them? If so, you can probably understand why John the Baptist was confused in the reading we heard from Matthew’s Gospel. Why was he confused? There are two possible reasons. One is that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Anglican

Carrots, Eggs, Or Coffee: Responding To Adversity

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Nov 17, 2019

This sermon focuses on what Jesus told the disciples they should do when the destruction of the temple would occur. It's a practical and applicable look at ways to endure difficulties.

Carrots, Eggs, and Coffee: Responding to Adversity I’m a sucker for those cheesy “There’s good news/bad news” jokes. I heard one this week that I’m compelled to pass along… An art gallery owner said to a local artist, “I have some good news and some bad news.” The artist asked, “What’s the good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Episcopal

Just Which Advent?

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 4, 2019

what are we waiting for during Advent

Matthew 11:2-11 Now when John the Baptist was in prison heard about the activities of Christ, he sent word by his disciples and asked Him, “Are You the Expected One (the Messiah), or should we look for someone else who will be the promised One?” Jesus answered, “Go and report to John what you hear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Episcopal

The Kingdom Of Heaven

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 24, 2011

What did Jesus mean when He said that the Kingdom of Heaven is NEAR? It is WITHIN us, AROUND us and BEFORE us.

THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN Before the colonialists imposed national boundaries in Southeast Asia, the kings of Laos and Vietnam reached an agreement on taxation in the border areas. Those who ate short-grain rice, built their houses on stilts, and decorated them with Indian-style serpents were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Joseph Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

Lessons from the life of Joseph

Joseph Genesis 17:1-11 Mark Herold tells the story of being a guest on the Gerry Ryan radio show to speak on birth order and the way it influences how we grow up. A woman came on the line to complain bitterly that, because she was the youngest in a large family, no one would take her seriously. She ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Time Marches On Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Mar 5, 2016

This sermon fills in the gap between Lot's rescue and the promised son to Abraham.

A lot can change in 25 years. Twenty-five years ago, I was 40 years old. Crystal was seven. Shane was five. We had been in Denver 2 years. Denver was all farmland. There were three service stations and a Red & White grocery store. There were no fast food restaurants. If you wanted a more modern ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

The 4000 Year War Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Oct 22, 2023

Starting in Genesis, Pastor John breaks down the history of the conflict between Israel and the Arab nations and then pulls back the curtain to the Spiritual side of this war.

The 4000-year war CCCAG 10-22-23 Scripture- Gen 16 Introduction Last week we asked the question, “Are we living in the end times” and then looked at what the people and the culture would look like as we approached the end times. This morning, we are going to look back in time so that we have an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Revelation 12:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It’s Not What I Expected

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on May 19, 2023

Things are not what they seem to. It's not what I expected.

As we look at our story, we see that John had been in the desert disciplining himself waiting for this special moment. And when the Word of God came to him, he came out of the desert preaching up a storm. And let me drop something in your spirit early this morning and that is whenever those who are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

Protecting Our Sin: Happy Birthday Herod Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Sep 2, 2007

Herod and Herodias will do anything to protect the sin they love so dearly, and we will too. Stop protecting your sin, repent, and receive healing from our Lord Jesus Christ.

Because of a minor infraction, a sailor aboard the USS Reeves, bound for Japan, was busted one rank, fined and given extra duty for three weeks. He was looking forward to celebrating his 21st birthday on July 22, and so he consoled himself every night during his extra duty by reciting this phrase ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remain Faithful To Your Savior

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Apr 13, 2003

Because Jesus remains faithful to his promises of forgiveness and eternal life, we want to hold on to these promises and boldly confess him in life and in death. (A Confirmation sermon)

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church Revelation 2:10 859 Fifth St., Hancock, MN 56244 Confirmation / Palm Sunday Pastor Gregg Bitter (320) 392-5313 April 13, 2003 Remain Faithful to Your Savior Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:10

Denomination: Lutheran

Nothing Can Hinder The Lord

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 21, 2008

Nothing can hinder the Lord.

Paul writes to the church at Corinth that “we live by faith not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5.7). This simple aphorism, often set forth as the litmus test for Christian living, is easily misused. On the one hand, it may be limited to the doctrinal content of salvation; on the other, faith may be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:6

Denomination: Congregational

Mobilized For Mission

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 13, 2004

In case you haven’t realized it already we are engaged in a war. We are fighting for the souls of our children, our spouses, our neighbors, our fellow workers, our friends, and even our own souls.

TEXT: Joel 3:9 TITLE: MOBILIZED FOR MISSION NIV – “Proclaim this among the nations: Prepare for war! Rouse the warriors! Let all the fighting men draw near and attack.” TLB – “Announce this far and wide: Get ready for war! Conscript your best soldiers; collect all your armies.” “Make this ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

In Memorium

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Dec 7, 2013

HIghlighting some outstanding Christian believers in the context of Memorial Day

IN MEMORIAM Pastor Eric J. Hanson INTRODUCTION American history is replete with heroes whose great personal qualities came from a deep well of a fine upbringing in which upstanding personal character, faith in God and in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and duty to others were deeply instilled. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Out Of Weakness! -- Deborah Series

Contributed by Timothy Cooley, Sr. on Sep 13, 2011

God gave victory through three weaklings!

Deborah sat patiently under the palm tree that was her office. Dozens and dozens of people lined up every day. Every person had his or her own complaint. Each one wanted somebody else straightened out. Wearily she listened to their cases. She must often have felt like Moses, so weary she could not ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-24

Denomination: Holiness