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Spring Training #4 Call Your Shot Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 25, 2019

God is all knowing and all loving as he calls us to action unconditionally!

The story of the “called Shot” by Babe Ruth in the 3rd game of 1932 world series at Wrigley Field Yankees vs. Cubs Bench Jockey’s hounding each other The game is tight Bambino goes up to bat and points to the center field very inconspicuously 1-0, 1-2, 2-2 then bam for 440 yards out to dead ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40, Proverbs 3:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Money & Prayer (Luke 19)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 27, 2025

What do money and prayer have to do with God's kingdom? Let's review Luke 19.

What can a tax collector, ten coins and a parade teach us? Is our church a house of prayer? Let’s review Luke 19. Collectors of Rome’s taxes were deemed Jewish traitors. They became rich. Why did Jesus visit such a scoundrel? He entered Jericho and was passing through. There was a man named ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Overflowing With Hope From God's Word

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 10, 2024

For the Second Sunday in Advent, also known as Bible Sunday, we look at the Good News, how we should seek to be overflowing in it, and how we should be spreading it. 

Good Morning. In addition to our focus on Peace this morning, and the peace which brings Good News on the mountain tops, as Isaiah says, actually equipping YOU to be the voice of peace on the mountain tops to be clear, the Second Sunday in Advent is also known as Bible Sunday. I’m going to try to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7, Romans 4:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

What Is The Mistake That Leads Toward The Unforgiveable Sin?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 5, 2014

A look at the unforgiveable sin. I think the distinction that I share about why criticism of Jesus is acceptable but of the Holy Spirit is not will be helpful in getting to the heart of what Jesus is trying to convey.

WHAT IS THE "UNFORGIVEABLE SIN" EXACTLY? It seems to be seeing consistently clear evidence of the Spirit’s movement and attributing it to Satan. - Luke 12:10. - The passage in Luke presents the shortest version of this saying in the gospels. The versions in Matthew 12:22-32 and Mark ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Submissive Family

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

A strong family is a family marked by servantship.

The Submissive Family 1 Peter 3:1-7 As we continue our study of 1 Peter we will look today at the submissive family. Now don’t shut me out just yet, submission is not a bad thing. As you will see, our submission comes from our love of Jesus and others. This chapter begins with the following ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Worthy Thank Offering To God

Contributed by John Mccormack on Apr 18, 2014

MERCIES RECEIVED FROM GOD

A WORTHY THANK OFFERING TO GOD OBSERVATION: THIS STUDY ADDRESSES A THANK-OFFERING FOR MERCIES RECEIVED FROM GOD. INTERPRETATION: LEVITICUS 7:12 (NKJV) IF HE OFFERS IT FOR A THANKSGIVING, THEN HE SHALL OFFER, WITH THE SACRIFICE OF THANKSGIVING, UNLEAVENED CAKES MIXED WITH OIL, UNLEAVENED ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 7:12

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Faithful! Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

The miracle that is the Jewish nation.

The Israelites: the Jews as a nation are a miracle. Vs. 1 “I ask then: Did God reject his people? By no means!” (NIV) The Setting Aside of Israel: 1) Is only Partial not a Complete. Vs. 1-10 Three Proofs: Paul was the proof. Vs. 1b There was always a small remnant of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Happy Home

Contributed by Marvin Minton on Sep 5, 2007

This psalm celebrates the blessings of home and family life. Agricultural images are used to illustrate God’s blessings on those who trust Him.

A Happy Home Psalm 128:1-6 The ninth song of ascent or degrees, this psalm celebrates the blessings of home and family life. The ancient feasts of the Hebrews were family affairs. The family shared in rejoicing in God’s goodness to them as they traveled toward Jerusalem for the feasts. As they ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Widow, A Pot Of Oil, And God

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 13, 2002

God always takes care of His own!

2 KINGS 4:1-7 "A WIDOW, A POT OF OIL AND GOD" * In the days of Elijah and Elisha in Israel, the principle prophets of God gathered about them a group of God’s workers called "the sons of the prophets." * One of these "sons of the prophets" died leaving debts and the creditor harassed the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Like Ezekiel, We Are Also Called

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 21, 2006

We are called to give God the best of our talents, a fair amount of time and a tenth or more of our gross income. Have we turned our backs on God? Will we get to mourn our misfortune along the banks of a foreign river?

July 23 2006 --- 7th Sunday after Pentecost ---- Ezekiel 2:1-5 Grace Mercy and peace from God the Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The prophet Ezekiel is the type of man that I enjoy reading about. He lived during a time of international upheaval. The balance of power in the area ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Me Can't Stands No More! The End Vs The Beginning

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 10, 2007

We look at Popeye’s critical mistake to not prepare before the crisis. Hardships of life are not sent by unkind destiny to crush, but by God to challenge.

ME CAN’T STANDS NO MORE... IS THIS THE END? OR THE BEGINNING? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Let me invite you to be a missionary and go where few dare to go: Sit on the first two pews! Hardships of life are not sent by unkind destiny to crush, but by God to challenge. I. WE HAVE A ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sacrificial Love

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 12, 2010

At Christmas we are often entertained with amusing stories of sacrificial love such as "It’s a Wonderful Life" and "The Gift of the Magi". In the Word of God we find a true story of sacrificial love demonstrated by a woman named Ruth.

Sacrificial Love Ruth 1:11-18 Introduction: At Christmas we are often entertained with stories of sacrificial love. We are all familiar with Jimmy Steward’s role in “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Steward, the hero, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The One Thing

Contributed by Richard Jumper on Jul 22, 2007

This is for people who are searching for something in their life and they are unsure of what it is.

Did you know that you were a “searcher”? That’s also the way the Bible describes the human condition - our condition - yours and mine. We are searchers, on the move, wandering and looking. The Old Testament is filled with marvelous stories of searchers. Abraham and Sarah left their home to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Revelation Of Jesus Christ – Chapter 18 Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 11, 2016

This is a verse by verse look at chapter eighteen of the book of Revelation.

The Revelation Of Jesus Christ – Chapter 18 I. Things Which Thou Hast Seen – Rev 1 II. Things Which Are – The Church Age – Rev 2-3 III. Things Which Are To Come – Rev 4-22 A. The Throne Of God – Rev 4 B. The Seven Seals Book – Rev 5 C. The First Six ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“jesus: Lifted Up!” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jun 2, 2014

Jesus goes to a very familiar place in His Ministry in order to be launched back to His Heavenly Home, reminding us of the importance of His Ascension.

“Jesus: Lifted Up!” Luke 24:50-53, Mark 16:19-20, Acts 1:1-11 Were you ever at an outdoor gathering speaking with a group of friends, when one of them suddenly began to lift off of the ground and slowly ascend into the sky until they disappeared into the skies? I’m not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:50-53

Denomination: Baptist