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Sermon On Anchovy Toast

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 6, 2024

During the Victorian and Edwardian eras in the United Kingdom, the delicacy and brine of anchovy toast was considered a popular appetizer, often favored by the rich or noble.

Iris Murdoch, an Irish-British novelist and philosopher once remarked: “For lunch, I may say, I ate and greatly enjoyed the following: anchovy paste on hot buttered toast, then baked beans and kidney beans with chopped celery, tomatoes, lemon juice and olive oil. (Really good olive oil is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:12, Ezekiel 29:4, Ezekiel 47:10, Luke 5:4-7

Anointing

Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Apr 19, 2002

There is a lot of talk concerning the anointing. Here are five non-negotiable points concerning it.

The Anointing Psalm 92:10-15 Rev.R.B.Hughes 1Cor.1:21...Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and anointed us is God. Introduction - lot of talk about the anointing....some good, bad, confusing..Yet I trust you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:10-15, 1 John 2:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Apostles And Others Gathered In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 22, 2017

Their obedience is remarkable, because they could have returned to their homes; but instead, they went into Jerusalem where more of their enemies lived than in any other place. They were obedient to their Lord, who told them to return to Jerusalem.

May 20, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.B.1: The Apostles and Others Gathered in Jerusalem Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1.12-14 Acts 1.12-14 (KJV) 12 Then returned they unto Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is from Jerusalem a sabbath day's journey. 13 And when they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:12-14, Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

End Times Evangelists

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jul 14, 2023

We regularly hear about various Internet personalities, ministries, and political pundits being de-platformed, blocked, and de-monetized. This is sure to be the case in the End Times, but because of His great love, God will ensure that the Good News is continually broadcast...no matter what.

Read Revelation 7:1-14 INTRO As far as I can remember I’ve been hearing people say that a great revival is coming. Whether or not there is a great revival in our lifetime is unknown, but certainly something we should pray for. The bible does however reveal that during the Tribulation period ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-14, Revelation 11:3-14, Revelation 14:6-7

A "Come To Jesus" Moment Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 5, 2017

A grieving father comes to Jesus to ask him to heal his dying son, and yet Jesus rebukes him. Why? What possible reason could Jesus have to be so harsh with this man?

OPEN: An instructor was conducting a seminar for executives and focusing on the topic of decision making. So he started out telling the story of 5 frogs sitting on a log. “Four of the frogs decide to jump into the water. How many frogs are there left on the log?” The class almost unanimously ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing The Threshold-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 18, 2018

4 of 4. Amos declared God’s strained relationship with His people. Thus a failed relationship with God evokes His wrath. What specifically does a failed relationship with God evoke(bring about/cause)? A failed relationship with God evokes...

CROSSING The THRESHOLD-IV—Amos 1:1-2 Attention: An air filter for your home’s air handler The air filter can become so clogged with pollutants that they overwhelm the system’s intent—to provide fresh unpolluted air to the home. As a result, too much stress is put on the systems that draw the air ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Despair

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jun 7, 2014

Looking at the proper response to despair.

Dealing With Despair II Kings 4:1-7 During the Thirty Years' War in the 17th century, German pastor Paul Gerhardt and his family were forced to flee from their home.One night as they stayed in a small village inn, homeless and afraid, his wife broke down and cried openly in despair. To comfort ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful Hearts And Empty Cupboards

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 19, 2011

I am concerned that our Thanksgiving celebrations might cause us to focus more on the things that we have, than the God who gave them to us.

Thanksgiving is approaching. Have you considered how privileged we are here in America? Statistically, 3,000 Calories are consumed by the average person at Thanksgiving dinner. 45 Million turkeys will be eaten this Thanksgiving. 50 million pumpkin pies are eaten at Thanksgiving, 40 million ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Remnant

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 24, 2015

The LORD stirred up the spirit of Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and the spirit of Joshua the son of Josedech, the high priest, and the spirit of all the remnant of the people; and they came and did work in the house of the LORD

The Remnant Haggai 1-2 In 538 bc, Cyrus king of Persia, issued a decree allowing the Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple. After 70 years of Babylonian captivity, Haggai the prophet and Zerubbabel led about 50,000 Jews home to begin the work. About two years later they completed ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1

Denomination: Foursquare

A Harlot Crashes The Party

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 12, 2010

Jesus invites us to be involved with God to offer and practice the joy of forgiveness...it is what we pray in the Lord's Prayer. Robert Hoyer in his book writes "I do not pretend to do it well nor does anyone else I know...."

In Jesus Holy Name June 13, 2010 Text: Luke 7:36-50 Redeemer “A Harlot Crashes the Party” Dallas Willard a brilliant Christian thinker, theologian and professor at USC School of Philosophy in his book “Divine Conspiracy” writes: “Jesus offers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Lutheran

Spring Offerings (Numbers 28)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 5, 2024

How do the Spring festivals picture the Christian life? Let's look at Numbers 28.

As Israel was about to enter the promised land, did God remind them of their feasts and related offerings? Did they picture the total sacrifice of Jesus? Is our love for God and neighbor total, like a burnt offering? Let’s look at Numbers 28. Were morning and evening offerings to be made daily? ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wellspring Of Joy Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 9, 2015

Wellspring the source of inexhausible joy that we have in Christ

Dr. Bill Bright of Campus Crusade for Christ tells this story of a famous oil field called Yates Pool: During the depression this field was a sheep ranch owned by a man named Yates. Mr. Yates wasn’t able to make enough on his ranching operation to pay the principal and interest on the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Today, God Is Recruiting People For An End-Time Battle!

Contributed by Ferris Miller on Apr 12, 2002

This sermon is designed to encourage believers to prepare for these last days!

Topic: Today, God Is Recruiting People For An End Time Battle! Introduction: Rev 11:3 “And I will give power unto my two witnesses, and they shall prophesy a thousand two hundred and threescore days (3 1/2 YEARS), clothed in sackcloth.” This mighty army of Spirit-filled Christian overcomers which ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Songs Of Ascent – Part 4 – Psalm 122 – Where Does Your Desire Really Lie? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 3, 2023

The pilgrims wound their way to Jerusalem with singing and at last stood before its Gates. Where are our priorities for the things of the Lord? We examine our commitment and our relationship to God, and then consider the future of Israel with regard to thrones.

THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 4 – PSALM 122 – WHERE DOES YOUR DESIRE REALLY LIE? PSALM 122:0 A SONG OF ASCENTS, OF DAVID. [A]. THIS IS A MATTER OF COMMITMENT AND RELATIONSHIP {{Psalm 122:1 “I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD.”}} Let us hear from Justin:- ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9, Deuteronomy 16:16-17, Zechariah 14:2-3, Zechariah 14:4, Matthew 25:31-34, Matthew 25:41, Zechariah 14:9, Zechariah 14:16, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 21:3-7, Genesis 12:2-3, Genesis 27:29, Isaiah 11:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakfast By The Lake

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Apr 10, 2008

This was written and delivered as a memorial Homily for Michael Cutrer [Ka-trair]. Executive Chef at Rocky Gap State Park Lodge near Cumberland, MD (the lodge sets right next to Lake Habeb. Therefore it was written and delivered as a memorial to his life

Breakfast by the Lake John 21: 9b; 12-13 Written by Paul E. Dietz as a Memorial Homily The wood had now burnt long enough to be glowing embers of charcoal. The fire was cracking and popping a little. The waves were slapping the shoreline of the lake. A mist was rising off the water and being ...read more

Scripture: John 21:9-13

Denomination: *other