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The Makings Of A Savior.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 7, 2022

What are the makings of a Savior? The world would tell us that it would take wit, wisdom, charisma, excellent rapport, a word smith, charm, personality plus. The world would automatically elevate Him while somehow profiting from their fame.

The Makings Of A Savior. Isaiah 53:1-12AMP What are the makings of a Savior? The world would tell us that it would take wit, wisdom, charisma, excellent rapport, a word smith, charm, personality plus. The world would automatically elevate Him while somehow profiting from their fame. Tonight I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Struggle With Satan Lent Sunday 1 Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 23, 2023

Was the Lord bragging about how He defeated the old Worm, man’s adversary, Satan? No.

First Sunday of Lent 2023 How did St. Matthew come by the story he shared in today’s Gospel? It was easy to understand the first line, what happened when Jesus, who was fresh from His baptism by John, where the Holy Spirit came upon Him in form of a dove, went into the wilderness of Judea. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

The 8 Labors Of The Apostle Paul

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 30, 2004

Just like Hercules, the Apostle Paul was given a commission by his King to labor for the people and to serve Him. Verse 25 tells us that God commissioned Paul to serve Him and to labor for the Gospel. These labors of Paul were not for fame or fortune, b

THE 8 LABORS OF THE APOSTLE PAUL COLOSSIANS 1:24-2:5 INTRODUCTION... (http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/Hercules/labors.html) There is a famous story that you perhaps read in high school or college about the Greek hero Hercules. The goddess Hera, determined to make trouble for Hercules, made him lose ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Greater Than John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 21, 2017

In God's estimation John was the greatest man ever born of a woman. John was neither a prince nor a king. He was not a man of wealth, fame, or power. Who was he? He was simply a man who believed in the Messiah and who totally committed to the Messiah

Introduction A. At the height of His earthly ministry, Jesus was approached by two disciples of John the Baptist 1. Turn to Matthew 11:1-6 2. John was in prison, and had sent the two disciples to Jesus Matthew 11:1-6 (NKJV) Now it came to pass, when Jesus finished commanding His twelve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Of Chaplin And Chaplain...

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Aug 13, 2012

Now what has Charlie Chaplin look-alike contest of the "Chaplinitis" era (when the fame of the legendary comedian spread like a wild contagion) in common with Book of Malachi (Last Book of the OT section of the Bible) containing a sizable section about Ch

OF CHAPLIN AND CHAPLAINS Let me relate a bizarre yet true story, before I get started with my main theme. Before that… those of us who don’t know about, Charlie Chaplin, let’s put up our hands? Well, not many hands would go up, for most of us know that he was a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:13

Denomination: *other

Where Are The Blessings On Those Who Are Poor Or Weak?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 18, 2014

The ‘blessed ones’ are the so called experts to whom many people go to for advice; seeking fame, riches and beauty as outward signs of God blessing them; but secretly they want others to kowtow to their success. Jesus could sort them out.

Summary: The ‘blessed ones’ are the so called experts to whom many people go to for advice; seeking fame, riches and beauty as outward signs of God blessing them; but secretly they want others to kowtow to their success. Jesus could sort them out. Micah 6:1-8 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Secret Of Joy Series

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on May 30, 2024

How helpless is man though he holds position, power, wealth and fame! Not knowing what is lying ahead, all he has are a loan from his creator God- leaving everything here on this side of the eternity when he departs this world.

Live today! Never miss today’s blessings. God is a God of present tense. He calls Himself “ I am that I am”. Many of us dream of a better future when we can enjoy the life comfortably without the struggles we have now. It is only a human hope, with no sound base (Proverbs 19:21) . None of us know ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36, Philippians 4:4, Romans 12:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Coats That Changed His Course

Contributed by Esther Collins on Oct 9, 2020

This sermon is based on the life of Joseph, and on the coats that he wore. It also has a comparison with Jesus. It talks about the righteousness that God offers us through Jesus Christ.

The Coats that Changed His Course Jacob had twelve sons who became the twelve patriarchs of Israel. In this message we will study the life of Joseph (as recorded in Genesis 37-41), who was the eleventh born son of Jacob. Whenever we think of Joseph, the one image that would come to our minds is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Philippians 2:9-11, Mark 15:17-18, Matthew 3:17, Luke 2:52, Genesis 41:39-43, Genesis 37:9, Genesis 39:2-6, Genesis 37:3, Isaiah 61:10  (view more)  (view less)

Thank God For The Blood

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 5, 2017

WHEN I SEE THE BLOOD NOT YOUR GOOD WORKS NOT YOUR FAME OR FORTUNE WHEN I SEE-------- THE BLOOD NOT YOUR POPULARITY OR POSITION BUT WHEN I SEE THE------BLOOD I WILL PASS OVER AND NO PLAGUE WILL FALL ON THEM WHEN I STRIKE EGYPT

Exodus 12:13 (GW) 13 But the blood on your houses will be a sign for your protection. When I see the blood, I will pass over you. Nothing will touch or destroy you when I strike Egypt. VERY BRIEFLY WITH THE HELP OF THE LORD AND THE GUIDIANCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT AND THE PRAYERS OF THE SAINTS I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:13

Denomination: Baptist

Dorcus The Doer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

When it comes t winning prizes for creativity with thread and needle, women have it sewed up, and we want to focus our attention on a woman who sewed herself right into the fabric of biblical history. Dorcas is her name, and her needle was her fame.

Grace Synder was born in 1885 and grew up on a lonely prairie in Nebraska. She lived in a sod house that cost about twelve dollars to build. Water was scarce, and so they used their Saturday night bath water to water the flowers. There was not much to do, and so Grace took up quilting. She ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Delilah Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 14, 2022

If you are familiar with biblical stories, you will immediately recognize the name Delilah. Delilah is an ancient name of Hebrew and Arabic origins. In both Hebrew and Arabic, the name means "delicate." Delilah was the love interest of Samson, who was famed for his great strength.

Delilah Delilah's name means "delicate" or "dainty one." The Philistines approach Delilah and offer to pay her handsomely if she can find out why Samson is so strong. What Does Delilah Mean? If you are familiar with biblical stories, you will immediately recognize the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Life Of King Solomon

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

The story that we are most familiar with in Solomon’s life is that of his asking for wisdom from God. Not only did God grant Solomon’s request for wisdom but also gave him power, riches, fame, and prosperity. Solomon had all that a man could ask for in th

Intro: The story that we are most familiar with in Solomon’s life is that of his asking for wisdom from God (I Kgs. 3:5-11). Not only did God grant Solomon’s request for wisdom but also gave him power, riches, fame, and prosperity. Solomon had all that a man could ask for in this life. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-15, 1 Kings 11:1

Denomination: *other

Don't Lose Heart Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 26, 2014

The author has just finished leading us through God’s Hall of Fame (From Able to “the others”), he gives us the greatest example/champion of faith. When our Lord was here on earth, He lived by faith.

Hebrews Series Hebrews 12.1-17 Don’t Lose Heart #22 September 14, 2014 Introduction: A The author has just finished leading us through God’s Hall of Fame (From Able to “the others”), he gives us the greatest example/champion of faith. 1 When our Lord was here on earth, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 13:1-17 - A Backhoe Wouldn’t Go Astray! - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 8, 2011

Wait a minute! No, this is not about "15 minutes of fame". It’s about "sowing and reaping" longterm. It’s not "The Farmer wants a wife". It’s the FARMER WANTS A CROP. Jesus may have achieved CELEBRITY STATUS but He is not interested in walking out on the

Matthew 13:1-17 - A BACKHOE WOULDN’T GO ASTRAY! - Part 2 Just as well He didn’t come to HOLLYWOOD. I can see some of his key people pushing back the fans who crowd in and just want to get close enough to touch the edge of his coat or get His AUTOGRAPH. The PAPARAZZI are out in force and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Victorious Faith Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 16, 2003

After considering all the "hero’s" of faith from chapter eleven, the Hebrew writer asks us to do one more thing. Having walked through the "Hall of Fame of Faith," the writer wants us to think about these people as we ponder his next thought.

Hebrews 12:1-3 INTRODUCTION After considering all the "hero’s" of faith from chapter eleven, the Hebrew writer asks us to do one more thing. Having walked through the "Hall of Fame of Faith," the writer wants us to think about these people as we ponder his next thought. Now it is no ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ