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The Meaning Of It All.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 15, 2013

We remember the Lord's death each time we partake of the communion. It is a perpetual remembrance, until He comes. Christ has died, and Christ will come again. But meantime, Christ is risen.

THE MEANING OF IT ALL. Luke 24. It is reported in all four Gospels that the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ took place on the first day of the week, when the Sabbath was over. Not only was it the dawn of a new day, it was the dawn of a new week. Not only was it the dawn of a new week, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-53

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Changes Everything

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 5, 2012

A Sunrise service

This Changes EVERYTHING!!!! Matthew 28:1-9 I can only imagine how hollow and numb Joseph must have felt. By his side walked the equally numb and subdued Nicodemus. They walked without saying a word. In his hand, Joseph carried a letter; Nicodemus carried a bag, large and heavy. They walked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Live In Truths Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 10, 2012

All truths lead to Christ our Savior and God.

We continue our study of the Gospel of Luke. Please open your Bibles to Luke 16…. We will look at only 3 verses today. The passage seems out of place at first glance. But let’s note what major truths we have learned from Luke 14 and 15: • Jesus was criticized by the Religious Leaders. • Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Plan

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Nov 12, 2014

Does God have a plan for aech person?

Sermon by Pr. Paddick Van Zyl (MTh) Nov 10,2014 Title: The Plan Intro: The famous boxer Mike Tyson said: "Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth." He should know.... We all have plans or a plan for our life. God also has a plan for our lives...the question is: Is our plan in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Are We Like A Kernel Of Wheat?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 20, 2016

Certain changes take place when the Corn is planted under the ground out of sight. Must like when we put our lives in the hand of the Lord.

How are we like a kernel of wheat? (John 12:24 KJV) Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit, 25 He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-26

More Grace? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 13, 2014

What does it mean to have more grace?

We noted last week 3 important factors in being successful in life: 1. Don’t just make annual resolutions, Commit to a better life everyday!! 2. Commit to God’s instructions! 3. Have a Faith Partner, who will challenge, encourage, and pray for you! And so if you have not done so, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Those Who Strive And Those Who Seek Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Those who Strive and those who Seek

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Those who Strive and those who Seek Luke 13:22-30 Jesus has been teaching about the Jews need to respond to his message. He has now left the large crowd and continues on his way to Jerusalem (9:51). Someone asks him if just a few will be saved and as we have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just A Corn Of Wheat

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 3, 2016

What one believer can do when planted in good ground.

Just a Corn of Wheat (John 12:24 KJV) Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit, 25 He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-26

Jesus And Nicodemus Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 28, 2017

Jesus was a conversationalist. There are a few times where we see Jesus standing and crying out but the majority of the teachings of Jesus we conversational in nature. This message explores the conversation that took place between Jesus and Nicodemus.

Jesus & Nicodemus Series: Conversational Evangelism Lakewood COG | Pastor Jonathan | 1-29-2017 John 3:1-21 Introduction: Jesus was a conversationalist. There are a few times where we see Jesus standing and crying out but the majority of the teachings of Jesus we conversational in nature. (He sat ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21, John 1:12

Denomination: Church Of God

The Story #1: Creation - The Beginning Of Life As We Know It

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 22, 2015

God’s story begins with the creation of the universe and everything that exists, and reveals God’s greatest masterpiece as human beings.

THE STORY #1: CREATION: THE BEGINNING OF LIFE AS WE KNOW IT INTRO: The beginning of our journey through the story of the Bible is like the beginning of an action-packed movie. If you miss the opening minutes of a movie with its fast-paced scenes, you will not understand the rest of the story. It ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Valley Of Dry Bones

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

revival

Ezekiel 37:1–14 The Valley of Dry Bones Ezekiel was twenty-five years of age when he, his family, and his nation were carried off as a captives of war, to the country of Babylon, 900 miles away. It was a Dark, Depressing and Difficult time for all of Israel. Ezekiel had been in ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Kernel Of Wheat

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 13, 2016

Grow in the grace and power of God requires surrender.

Kernel of Wheat (John 12:24 KJV) Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit, 25 He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-26

A Prayer Of Courage (Part 2)

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Jun 27, 2018

Part 2 of David's plea to God to SEARCH, KNOW, TEST, and LEAD him

A few weeks ago we began looking at David’s Prayer of Courage Whenever we pray this prayer, we are opening ourselves up for God to examine every part and do whatever He feels is necessary to make me like Jesus First, we saw David say SEARCH ME – examine me, look at every part, even the ones I’m ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

God uses pressure and pruning to prepare us for His service.

“For He shall grow up before Him as a tender plant, and as a root out of dry ground. He has no form or comeliness; and when we see Him, there is no beauty that we should desire Him” (Isa. 53: 2). 1. Just as the Father watched and protected the growth of Jesus so He watches over our development; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Praise

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 23, 2018

Praise gives access to God

Psalm 22:3 The Power of Praise Praise gives us access to God. Sometimes people will say, “I feel that God is a million miles away and my prayers bounce right off of the ceiling.” Scriptures tell us to “Draw near to God and he will draw nigh to you” (James 4:8 KJV). How can we draw nigh to God? ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17, Psalm 22:3

Denomination: Methodist