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Ornaments On A Christian Tree

Contributed by James May on Dec 7, 2005

We are often referred to, in one way or another, as trees of God. This Christmas season, let’s make sure our tree bears the right ornaments.

ORNAMENTS ON A CHRISTIAN TREE By Pastor Jim May King Tut never saw a Christmas tree, but he would have understood the tradition. The Egyptians were part of a long line of cultures that treasured and worshipped evergreens. When the winter solstice arrived, they brought green date palm leaves into ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Parable Of The Fig Tree Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jun 10, 2016

Jesus tell the parable of the fig tree, what does it mean

Introduction A. Lets turn to Matthew 24:32 - 34, I believe that this is one of the more misunderstood passages in the gospels Matthew 24:32-34 (NKJV) "Now learn this parable from the fig tree: When its branch has already become tender and puts forth leaves, you know that summer is near. {33} ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-41

Denomination: Baptist

Man Is Sinful By Nature Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Aug 13, 2007

Redo of Armed to be set free

Man is by his nature sinful. Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-6,11-13 The reasons for our sin Man is sinful, and we show it in our actions and our conduct. Man is always ready to do evil. Paul says in Romans that all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. When we, as the children of God, are ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Fig Tree Withers

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 26, 2013

Jesus’ curse upon the fruitless tree was not the result of a quick temper; instead, He used the occasion as an object lesson against hypocrisy and misrepresenting the truth.

11-25-03 Title: The Fig Tree Withers Text: “Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this which is done to the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Nature And Purpose Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 28, 2006

How many times do you question whether God causes suffering as a judgment? There are really four causes for suffering. Find out how God uses them for good.

Luke 13:1-5 There were some present at that very time who told him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And he answered them, "Do you think that these Galileans were worse sinners than all the other Galileans, because they suffered in this way? 3 No, I tell ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Fig Tree And Faith Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 6, 2017

Jesus uses the fig tree to expound on the faith. Faith is the key to living victoriously through Jesus.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we continue with our series, Deep Thoughts with Jesus. Today, we get the chance to lean in and listen to Jesus teach His disciples an important lesson on the issue of faith. • We face so many tough obstacles in life that it is easy to forget who we serve and to whom ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:20-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Christmas Tree

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 14, 2012

The first Christmas Tree was Jesus on the Cross.

2Co 9:15 Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift. Acts 5:30 – “The God of our fathers raised up Jesus whom you murdered by hanging on a tree [zulon].” Germany is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition as we now know it in the 16th century when devout ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Worshiping Nature Or The Creator?

Contributed by John Hickman on Oct 22, 2013

Is our culture today worshiping "Mother Nature" instead of the Creator? Jesus went out into God's Creation to hear from God, to pray, to be refreshed and recharged for ministry. Shouldn't we be doing the same?

One hundred years before the birth of Jesus a Roman Philosopher, Cicero, wrote, “Nature herself makes the wise man rich.” The poet Ralph Waldo Emerson said that “Nature never hurries. Atom by atom, little by little she achieves her work.” Antoinette Brown Blackwell wrote ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-38

Denomination: Charismatic

Mount Of Olives: The Easter Story - Day 7 Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 7, 2023

Jesus and the eleven left the upper room and walked to the mount of Olives. Jesus may have talked to them on the trip and/or before he took Peter, James and John further into the garden. Many of the familiar verses of comfort come from this conversation. Jesus also spoke of prophesies fulfilled.

****************** Day Seven – Mount of Olives Peter Will Deny Jesus - Matthew 26:31-35, Mark 14:30, Luke 22:31-33, John 13:36-37 Jesus said to the eleven, “All of you will be offended because of me tonight. It is written, ‘I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be scattered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35, Mark 14:30, Luke 22:31-33, Luke 22:37, John 13:36-37, Zechariah 13:7, Isaiah 53:12, Psalm 109:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Empowered Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 1, 2010

Sufficient truth had already been revealed to Zechariah to encourage him & to enable him to encourage others. Zechariah though kept inquiring until God reveals that His Spirit will be poured forth through God's two anointed ones so that God's light shine

ZECHARIAH 4: 11-14 THE CHURCH EMPOWERED [Revelation 11:3-7-13] Sufficient truth had already been revealed to Zechariah to encourage him and to enable him to encourage others in the good work of building the Temple (which the remnant was by that time working on again, Haggai 1:14) and that ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Branch Can Never Boast Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

A tree's fruit reveals outwardly the inner nature of that tree. The same is true in the Christian life. When there is fruit in your life what you are expressing outwardly is the inner character and nature of Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION We are studying Romans, 9, 10, and 11 about God’s past, present and future dealing with the nation of Israel. Sometimes what people think is impossible becomes a reality. For instance, I want to read to you an actual editorial from a Boston newspaper from 120 years ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Fig Trees And Phonies

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Apr 27, 2014

Is there more than merely an appearance of Christianity about us? Is there real substance to our lives as believers? Is there real fruitfulness for Jesus Christ?

Fig Trees And Phonies Mark 11:11-26 11 Jesus entered Jerusalem and came into the temple; and after looking around at everything, He left for Bethany with the twelve, since it was already late. 12 On the next day, when they had left Bethany, He became hungry. 13 Seeing at a distance a fig ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:11-26

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Between 2 Trees The Tree Of The Knowledge Of Good And Evil

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 4, 2018

The tale of two trees starts in Creation and ends with a picture of Heaven in the end times. One tree started out looking good – it promised knowledge and the ability to be like God – but this knowledge came from experiencing evil resulted in death.

Easter Series: “Between Two Trees” Video Introduction: Good Friday Video Introduction: The Tale of Two Trees is found in the Bible we see two trees singled out in the Garden of Eden in Genesis and again in Revelation at the end of time we see one of the trees again – so in the beginning and in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-17, Genesis 3:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is In Control

Contributed by Frank Jackson on Jan 8, 2003

During that time, I discovered that when a person is able to face terrifying obstacles with the assurance that God is truly in control, an awesome sense of power, strength, assurance, and confidence begins to well up inside your heart.

God is in Control Psalm 103:19-22 I remember a particular time in my life when I was struggling a bit with discouragement, doubt, fear, and loneliness. I spent many evenings having long conversations with a close friend, to whom I poured out my heart for hours. Many times during these talks, my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:19-22

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Securing The New Nature

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Faith in Jesus as the Christ is the Only Means of Securing the New Nature a.

Faith in Jesus as the Christ is the Only Means of Securing the New Nature a. Faith in God's Witness of the Incarnation 1) Baptism of Jesus 2) Crucifixion of Jesus b. Faith in God's Witness by His Spirit 1) Objective Witness 2) Subjective Witness ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:5-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible