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Why Did Jesus Have To Die?

Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Apr 1, 2010

Jesus was not just a good man with a good example to share. He was something much more. Jesus was the substitutionary sacrifice we all need because we sinned against God and cannot offer a sufficient payment to cover our debt.

Why Did Jesus Have to Die? I can see why the good actions of Jesus may cause some people to emulate him. I can even see that it may lead to better lives, but I cannot see how His example can change their hearts! Alan Scholes, a former agnostic testifies from his experience: “I had often heard my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:28

Denomination: Baptist

How To Contend For The Faith Series

Contributed by Donovan Myers on May 4, 2002

Instructions from the Doxology

When Jude began his letter, his original intention was to write a general letter about the “salvation that Christians share”. But, he modified & narrowed his concern to urging the believers to “contend for the faith”. When her used the words salvation and faith he was referring to the same ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas Throught The Eyes Of The World Series

Contributed by Craig Lee on Nov 1, 2006

What the world saw when Jesus was born!

Christmas Trough The Eyes of The World Luke 3:15, Matthew 2:1-3, Luke 2:8-20 The past two weeks we have taken a look at Christmas from the prospective of Jesus’ parents. For Mary a precious child was born, the very Son of God. Joseph, chosen to be the father to protect and love Mary, raising ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral Service For Erma Frankenbush

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 28, 2013

Funeral service for a woman who had left a good legacy for her children.

Funeral Service for Erma Frankenbush The story is told from many years ago of a man who worked as a lamplighter in a very small town. Each evening in the winter he could be seen walking through the snow lighting each lamp one by one. A young boy watched the lamplighter as he worked each night ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 1

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

The first psalm with its pronouncement of blessing on all who respond by being faithful or loyal to the God of the covenant appropriately introduces the book of Psalms.

What Is a Psalm • We have all heard of them / at one point or another read at least one of them. • We might even have a favorite one Psalm 23 • But what really is a Psalm and why are they so important? The English word "psalm" comes from the Latin Psalmi and the Greek psalmoi ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

A Picture Of Heaven (Cont.)

Contributed by Chris Beam on Oct 16, 2015

Part Two

REVELATION IN PICTURES: A PICTURE OF HEAVEN CONTINUED Revelation 5:1-14 THE SEVEN-SEALED BOOK (Vv. 1-5) John’s attention is now drawn to the right hand of God. It holds something…our translation calls it a “scroll." However, there was something unusual about this particular ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The First Sermon Series

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Dec 28, 2018

Peter's First Sermon to the people of Jerusalem

The 1st Sermon-The Gospel Message Acts 2:14-24 Lessons From The Early Church In an effort to appeal to people today and to their interest and the church today emphasizes a great many different programs and approaches. Small group, culturally relevant worship emphasizing music and drama have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

After Christmas - Then What? Series

Contributed by Walter Swaim on Dec 28, 2018

Those in the true ancient story of the first Christmas were forever altered by it and their lives centered around the One whom it is all about.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER CHRISTMAS? Matthew 2 MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: 360 days till Christmas! What happens after Christmas? - sounds, lights, music of Christmas are over - decorations put away in boxes/tubs in the garage/attic - programs, company parties and gift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:12-23

Denomination: Baptist

Sticking With God's Plan And Purpose

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 26, 2011

Here we find a troubling passage in which Jesus is driving the money-changers and their customers out of the Temple. What was the problem, and do we still do it today?

Passage: Matthew 21:12-17 Intro: This is a story that we are a little uncomfortable with. 1. because we are a little bit taken aback by the strength of Jesus’ behavior. 2. He is knocking over tables and chairs, hitting people with a whip. 3. if we would be honest, we would almost ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Am Barabbas And Jesus' Last Words Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Mar 21, 2024

Recap of last message of Triumphal Entry • We looked at Matthews account of the Triumphal Entry, and • Zechariah’s prophesy of the coming Messiah found in Zechariah 9:9

Today, we will look at two events that occurred on Good Friday. • The setting free of Barabbas • Jesus’s last words while on the Cross. The setting free of Barabbas is found in all 4 Gospels. We’ll look @ Matthew’s account beginning in verse 15 of chapter 27. Read Matthew 27:15-26 -show video of I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Are We Truly In The Hands Of God?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 9, 2023

What are our hands good for doing?

What are our hands good for doing? They can make things. They can comfort and they can chastise. They write words. Hands can make signals and signs. Hands can be on the offense and hands can be on the defense. Without hands we could not eat, unless we put our face down on to a plate of food but ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:73

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Holy Arm Of God In Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 30, 2025

The glory of the  Redeemer and the joy of the redeemed. The Holy Arm of God has done marvellous things; his right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for us, and revealed his righteousness, remembered his love and his faithfulness in our lives.

Text: Psalm 98 Theme: His holy Arm   Greetings: The Lord is good and His Love endures forever!   Introduction: Psalm 98 is one of seven enthronement psalms that was used at a festival to celebrate God as King (Psalm 47; 93; 95; 96; 97; 98; 99). Psalm 98 is in Book Four of the Psalter ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Natural Disasters & The God Of The Bible

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 28, 2005

How does God fit into the natural disasters prevelent in our world?

Natural Disasters and the God of the Bible We live in an age when even the church has tried to become politically correct. We have tried to candy coat God into a nice little good God who loves and never hurts anyone. He never gets angry at sin, or judges or condemns anyone -let alone ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

To Go On Your Way Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008

The promise God gives us in baptism is a great reason for anyone to go on his way rejoicing.

When I was a kid, I enjoyed Outdoor Life and Field and Stream, thinking about the days when I’d be older and be going fishing all the time. Now that I’m older, I don’t even seem to have time to read those magazines, but I’ll always remember reading the last article in F & S, “Exit Laughing” by Ed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Practical Guide To Fasting-Part 2 Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Oct 30, 2002

#4 of 4 sermons on biblical fasting.

A Practical Guide to Fasting (Part 2) (Topical) I. Where Does It Say, “Fast?” A. Explicit commands B. Expected conviction II. Why Should I Fast? III. When Should I Fast? IV. How Do I Fast? A. Types of fasts B. Accompanying attitudes and actions C. A strategy for successful fasting V. Common ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:29-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance