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Jesus Will Return

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Sep 28, 2005

That Jesus will return is a constant theme of the New Testament and a basic Christian teaching. His return could be near. Are we ready?

I’ve read recently about an inscription on the Dome of the Capitol building in Washington. It’s placed where few can see it. It’s a line from the poet Tennyson: One far-off divine event to which all history moves. That ’one far-off divine event’ is the one we pray for every time we say ’Thy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Power Of Wisdom

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 21, 2010

Wisdom is the key, this is a verse upon verse study from the book of Proverbs. Enjoy- it’s the word of life.

The Power of Wisdom Proverbs 15:1-33 1 A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger. 2 The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness. 3 The eyes of the LORD are in every place, Keeping watch on the evil and the good. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sincerely Yours – Share Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Oct 6, 2009

Sincere love demands we share our resources and practice hospitality.

Sincerely Yours – Sharing Romans 12:13 A young man saw an elderly couple sitting down to lunch at McDonald’s. He noticed that they had ordered one meal, and an extra drink cup. As he watched, the gentleman carefully divided the hamburger in half, then counted out the fries, one for him, one for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Will Go The Distance: Subtitle: The Rocks Are Crying Out

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Nov 3, 2008

Are you willing to go the distence in your walks.The Rocks are crying out that Gods Word is true. Jesus is coming really soon. Are you going the distence?

I Will Go The Distance Subtitle: The Rocks Are Crying out John 15:18-25 18 If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Watch What You Say Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 19, 2012

Your tongue affects every part of your Christian walk. You must learn to control it.

October 21, 2012 Morning Worship Text: James 3:1-12 Subject: Taming the Tongue - James Part 5 Title: Watch What You Say We continue in our study of the Book of James. Today James continues with a topic he began in 1:26, If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight rein ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

July 25, 2020 Last week we identified LOVE as the core of the fruit in a Victorious Christian Life. Today we will examine JOY. • Psalm 33:1-4 - Sing joyfully to the LORD, you righteous; it is fitting for the upright to praise him. 2 Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to him on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

What Kind Of Branch Are You?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

Jesus told His disciples the secret to being a fruitful follower.

What Kind of Branch Are You? May 25, 2003 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A It’s getting warmer and people are getting their gardens ready! a Corn, tomatoes, beans, flowers....... b Winery in Red Bud has their rows all staked out and ready for ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Sabbath And Economics Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 1, 2007

Sabbath affects personal and global econimics

Sabbath Economics March 25, 2007 Exodus 16:1-30 We have been looking at the 4th commandment over the past few weeks: “remember the Sabbath and keep it holy.” Sabbath Declares God’s Provision There are two things that happen in the beginning when God provides manna. Some people worry that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-30

Denomination: *other

The End In Sight Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on May 5, 2012

Sermon #13 dealing with Jesus sermon about the end times and the destruction of Jerusalem found in Matthew 24 and 25

The End in Sight Matthew 24:1 – 25:46 CHCC: April 1, 2012 INTRODUCTION: This is the END of our series about the Preaching of Jesus. We’re going to END by looking at what Jesus had to say about how everything will END. This is one of the most fascinating of all Jesus’ ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unity Of The Spirit

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Mar 7, 2012

Unity is one thing that will convince others that the church has something beautiful the ungodly do not have.

THE UNITY OF THE SPIRIT Text: Psalm 133:1-3, "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; As the dew of Hermon, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Hosanna In The Highest Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 25, 2018

Jesus entered Jerusalem triumphantly just days prior to the crucifixion. Many were overjoyed with the Lord that day, but the cries of Hosanna would soon fade and another cry would be heard - Crucify! I am thankful for the commitment of our Lord.

Hosanna in the Highest Mark 11: 1-11 Our text deals with a significant moment and time in the life of Jesus. Most title this passage – the triumphal entry. It begins what has come to be known as Passion Week. The Lord makes His initial entrance into Jerusalem, preparing to offer Himself on the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Agents Of Grace: Absalom Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 1, 2015

Learn how God's chastisement is indeed an agent of his grace and not an agent of God's anger.

Have you ever witnessed a scene like this? You drive up to a crosswalk and stop because there is a pedestrian. But as that person starts to make his way to the other side of the road, you nervously watch a car in the opposite lane. The driver of this car doesn’t seem to see that there is a ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Restoration Of Worship Series

Contributed by M. Keith Williams on Jan 13, 2015

Authentic worship comes out of our understanding and experiencing God's grace

Restoration of Worship Nehemiah 7:73 - 8:18 Rodeo Road Baptist Church October 19, 2014 Disclaimer: Each sermon in this series on Nehemiah was written with both commentary help and referencing from time to time information from sermons and illustration found on Sermon Central. In most cases I ...read more

Denomination: *other

Matt. 21: 1-17 The Triumphant Entry

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 24, 2013

This was the entry of the Messiah, the King of Kings; and His triumph was to be the greatest victory of all time, the victory over sin, death and the grave. To do that He would have to die in place of all humanity, and then rise from the dead as the

Matt. 21: 1-17 THE TRIUMPHANT ENTRY 3-15-13 What we're about to look into today is often referred to as His triumphant entry, Jesus officially offers Himself to the nation of Israel as her long-awaited Messiah. Some may wonder how this could be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Home, Sweet, Home

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Jan 2, 2011

When we welcome Jesus into our lives we find ourselves at home as children in his household. This is the fuller fulfillment of Jeremiah's prophecy.

If someone were to ask you where HOME is, what would you tell them? If you are not living there now, do you ever go back? Why or why not? [Carry on group discussion.] When I was 19 my parents moved to Tempe from San Jose -- where I had spent all but perhaps three months of my life. In my mind, to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-14

Denomination: *other