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30 The Third Death Wish Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Feb 11, 2021

This is the 30th of 31 Devotions in a series called, 'The Church Called Jonah,' and is entitled, The Third Death Wish. It's about Jonah's wish to die because of the plant which God removed.

# 30 - The Third Death Wish Jonah 4:8b-9 – “Then he wished death for himself, and said, “It is better for me to die than to live.” 9 Then God said to Jonah, “Is it right for you to be angry about the plant?” And he said, “It is right for me to be angry, even to death!” Then he wished death for ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:8-9, 1 Corinthians 4:7, 1 Peter 4:17, 1 Corinthians 6:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Will Jesus Return? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 15, 2021

To be examined is the suddenness and unexpected nature of Jesus' return. All Bible references are from the NASB.

Yes, Jesus is coming again and we see the signs all around us. That is a central fact that all serious Bible Scholars agree. What Biblical scholars are is not in agreement with is the when of His return. But there are some things we are in agreement about: Jesus will return physically and with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-41

Denomination: Baptist

A Response To Crisis

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 16, 2021

Although Hezekiah was highly favored of God, he was not exempt from sickness and disease. Hezekiah, amiddle age righteous king finds himself sick. Death is the common lot of all and we too must, “set your house in order.”

Subject: A Response to Crisis Text: Isaiah 38:1-8 Isa 38:1 ¶ In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz came unto him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order: for thou shalt die, and not live. 2 Then Hezekiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-8, 2 Chronicles 16:9, 1 Peter 3:12

Denomination: Methodist

Today Shalt Thou Be With Me In Paradise Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 20, 2021

As Jesus hung on the cross, between two condemned malefactors, He spoke words of grace to one who was repentant. In His dying moments, our Lord revealed the grace He came to secure for all who look to Him by faith.

Today shalt Thou be with Me in Paradise Luke 23: 39-43 Last week we began our study of the seven sayings of Jesus upon the cross with the first of those, a prayer of forgiveness offered to God the Father. This morning we have come to the second of those gracious and powerful sayings, with a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Decadence Of The King Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 24, 2021

Esther lived within the Persian Empire, an environment hostile to the Hebrew people. Although their situation seemed dire, God had a plan to preserve and prosper His people. The opening passage provides insight to the culture in Persia.

The Decadence of the King Esther 1: 1-9 The opening chapter of Esther reveals the ungodly condition of the society in which God’s people were dwelling. It was a culture that possessed and promoted unbridled lusts and insatiable appetites. The people within Media and Persia had one goal in life: ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Woman, Behold Thy Son Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 27, 2021

As Jesus endured the sufferings and horrors of the cross, He remained concerned for the well-being of others. In this compelling statement, we find Jesus made both physical and spiritual provision for His mother.

Woman, Behold Thy Son John 19: 26-27 We have now come to the 3rd of Jesus’ sayings upon the cross. Literally these are two statements, but they are typically combined as the 3rd saying because they are within the same context. They both share the same idea and reveal a common desire of our ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Church Life: Leadership, Unity, Gossip, & Rebellion

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

Once upon a time there was a new Christian. He was in his early twenties, had just recently gotten saved.

Once upon a time there was a new Christian. He was in his early twenties, had just recently gotten saved. And he was part of a small church that met in a high school auditorium every Sunday. As the months went by he became more and more involved in the church, serving in various ministries, helping ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Revelation Of God Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 21, 2021

The first church proclaimed that the unknown God had become known through Jesus.

The Revelation of God Jeffery Anselmi / General Proclaim. The Gospel Has Come / Character; Salvation / Acts 17:22–34 The first church proclaimed that the unknown God had become known through Jesus. INTRODUCTION • Today we are in the final message of our Proclaim; The Gospel Has Come series. • Our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heard, They Saw, They Spoke

Contributed by Vicki Williamson on May 24, 2021

Jesus gives His authority to His disciples, so that as they journey through this life, by His Spirit, they are witnesses of Him. So let us go back to the first Pentecost after Jesus ascended into heaven.

During Jesus earthly ministry He taught and demonstrated in love, truth and power the Kingdom of God on earth in this world damaged by evil. The Kingdom of God is His right to rule and reign. Where His will is done on earth as it is in heaven. God’s will and saving purpose planned before the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 2:6-11, Acts 2:14-21, Ephesians 5:18

Purpose Of Human Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 26, 2021

Where is God? Then we keep thinking and asking: What is happening with the world? What is the Purpose of Humanity? Why God created Human beings? Does he lose control over his creation? to find the answer, kindly read through this sermon.

Theme: Purpose of Human Life Text: Genesis 1:26-31 Introduction: My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet you all in the name of our Lord saviour Jesus Christ. The Lord is good, and his love endures forever. Today, we are meditating under the theme: Purpose of Human Life, based on Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Methodist

Gentleness Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

September 05, 2020 Today we are discussing GENTLENESS. The Greek words translated as gentleness also mean “seemly, equitable, yielding, mildness, humility, meekness, and patient” As with the other fruit on our Good Tree, Gentleness in word and deed is not a popular characteristic in our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Three In One Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jun 1, 2021

God is one, but three. How do we understand this and why does it matter?

The Significance of the Trinity   • [VIDEO] • At the very heart of Christian belief is a concept called the Trinity. • It’s so central that one of the greatest theologians of the 20th century, Karl Barth, said, “Trinity is the Christian name for God.” • God is a Trinity of three in one, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:30-33, John 13:31-32, John 15:26, Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Philippians Part 18 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

Philippians Part 18, Chapter 4:9-4:23 I. Do what you have seen in me. (4:9) A. That is, what you have witnessed in me, and what you have learned of me, and what you have heard about me, practice yourselves. Paul refers them to his uniform conduct - to all that they had seen, and known, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:9-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Minister You Can Trust Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

It is impossible to separate the message from the messengers. Our reflection of what is being said is influenced by who is saying it and how it is being said. Church leadership is important

On June 17, 2002 Federal authorities arrested a United States Forest Service employee for starting the largest fire in Colorado’s history. Terry Barton is a 38-year-old woman and had worked every summer for the Forest Service for 18 or 19 years. She had ventured into the forest to burn a letter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

America’s Present Destination

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 6, 2021

Many are asking, “What happens to America in the latter days?” God gives us clear instructions which give us understanding of America’s Present Destinations

America’s Present Destination Now Is The Time To Repent There is a question asked by born-again Christians: “What will happen to America in the latter days?” That is a good question which must be considered as we see what is happening around us these days. The first consideration to look at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational