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Cancel Easter?

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 1, 2020

Especially for 2020. On the first Easter, Jewish power players tried to MANAGE they truth of the resurrection, to cancel Easter forever. The truth could not be canceled, because disciples saw the risen Lord. The guards were afraid, but both the angel and Jesus said, "Do not be afraid."

CANCEL EASTER? Matthew 27:61-28:15 (Revised in 2020, during the novel coronavirus, covid-19 church cancellations—can be easily modified) In the eyes of many people, Easter has been canceled this year. Church is online only. Easter egg hunts and family dinners are canceled. Malls are closed, and ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Zeruiah: Mother Of The Warrior Clan

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on May 7, 2020

Zeruiah (whose name meant balsam of God). The name of this desired and welcomed daughter expressed a similar sentiment to her parents.

Now the three sons of Zeruiah were there: Joab and Abishai and Asahel. And Asahel was as fleet of foot as a wild gazelle.” Introduction: Zeruiah (whose name meant balsam of God). The name of this desired and welcomed daughter expressed a similar sentiment to her parents. Zeruiah, a sister of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

We're On Our Own Until Help Arrives! Series

Contributed by Mark Van Cuylenburg on May 25, 2020

Jesus ascends into heaven and then the disciples must WAIT! They what for but the don't know 'The When'.

We’re on our own now, until help arrives! Acts 1:1-11 Jesus Taken Up Into Heaven 1 In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

There Is Hope

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 21, 2020

The church must stop being reactive and always playing defense to satan’s attacks! It’s high time the church mounted, an offensive attack and became proactive against the never ending attack of the accuser!

There is Hope As of today, there are people all over the world, sitting around and thinking about a lot of things. Will the economy rebound and what about the stock market? Am I going to be able to continue to work? When will all this end? When will things get back to normal? TBS. (now keep ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9, Acts 19:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Miss The Sound PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

This sermon encourages discernment in perceiving God's direction, committing to prayer, and preventing distractions to align our lives with God's divine plan.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ, it is always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord. Today, we find ourselves turning to the book of Ezekiel, chapter 33. A chapter that may seem obscure to some, yet it holds a treasure of wisdom and revelation that the Lord has prepared for us ...read more

Topics: Distractions, Noise

Self-Reflection PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

This sermon urges the Church to self-examine, repent, resist worldly influences, and prioritize God-pleasing preaching over crowd-pleasing entertainment.

Welcome, beloved congregation, to this sanctuary where our hearts find solace, our spirits find nourishment, and our faith finds reinforcement. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine discourse that God has graciously invited us into. We are here, not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-7

Topics: Self-Examination, Warning

Coined In The Image Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

To encourage us to recognize God's image in everyone, navigate complexities with compassion, and live in righteousness and justice, reflecting God's unwavering love and grace in our interactions with others.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dig into a passage from the book of Matthew. It's a passage that's both familiar and challenging, and it's one that calls us to recognize the image of God in everyone, navigate complexities with compassion, and live in righteousness and justice. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Topics: Complexities, Life

Our Forefathers' Legacy Of Abundance

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 16, 2025

Abundance is not always material.

1. Some years ago, a radio station invited people to call in and tell them the first thing they had said in the morning, and the third caller would win a cash prize. One guy said, "Do I smell coffee burning?" Another one said, "Oh no, I'm late for work." The winner that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loving The Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024

This sermon explores God's immense love, our tendency towards darkness, and the call to live in the light of truth, urging self-reflection and transformation.

Good morning, beloved family of God. How wonderful it is to gather together in this sacred space, united by our shared faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. As we open our hearts and minds to the Word of God today, let us remember that each time we come together in His name, we are fulfilling ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Topics: Jesus' Response, Nicodemus

See For Yourself PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus's divine knowledge, His call for us to follow Him, and His promise of greater revelations of His divine nature.

Good morning, dear church family. It's a beautiful day to gather in God's presence and I am thrilled to be here with all of you. We're going to spend some time today contemplating a powerful passage from the Gospel of John. It's a passage that has the potential to reshape our understanding of who ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Topics: Jesus, Knows, Us

Experiencing The Joy Of Christmas-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 14, 2010

Isaiah described a future state wherein the gloom which had engulfed the people would be dismissed outright. The gloom of a sin-sick world can be dismissed. But How can it be? 7 keys/undertakings for experiencing the joy of Christmas are...

Experiencing the Joy of Christmas-I—Isaiah 8:5—9:7 Attention/Need: Gloom/Hopelessness/Melancholy/Depression/Despondency— Uncle Fred’s coming this year, We just can’t afford it, Overdrawn?, again!, Oh no!, I can’t believe this has happening, I wish this would all go away....Ahhhhh. The joyous ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Prison Of God's Promotion

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 25, 2020

Your restriction, though onerous, may be God's means of bringing glory to His Name through promoting you. This becomes obvious through a study of Joseph's trials and promotion as God worked in his life.

“Joseph’s master took him and put him into the prison, the place where the king’s prisoners were confined, and he was there in prison. But the LORD was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison. And the keeper of the prison put Joseph in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

That We Walk Humbly (Lesson 3) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 24, 2020

To establish that God has shown us His righteousness and given us commandments to obey. They are: to do justly, to love mercy, and, to walk humbly before Him. This lesson describes the evils and wickedness in high places! It also provides hope to our Nation during this pandemic.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. That We Walk Humbly Remarks. 1. This is lesson 3, in the sermon-series entitled: we will discuss the theme: "What doth God Require?" Micah was a contemporary of Isaiah, and both ministered in the Southern Kingdom (Judah). The name Micah means, "Who is like ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking Out Of The Box (The Second Commandment) Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 10, 2001

God is passionate about us worshipping him accurately and on his terms.

It was an exciting week at our house. Our tadpoles changed into frogs this week, so we’ve all be reflecting on the wonder of metaphorphasis. You see, with four boys in our home we don’t have pet dogs and cats, but we end up with iguanas, skinks, lizards, and most recently a corn snake and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Coming To Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

Andrew’s witness to Peter and Philip’s witness to Nathanael provide rich lessons for effective evangelism.

Coming to Jesus Fortifying the Foundations #4 John 1:35-52 3-21-03 Intro: We come to a passage this morning that is full of instruction on coming to Jesus and leading others to Christ. How do we interact with people so that they can come to the Lord? How does the Lord deal with us and with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37, John 1:35-52

Denomination: Charismatic