Sermons on Pigeon Hole:

Count The Stars (Genesis 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 21, 2024

Are we Abraham's children by faith? Let's examine this in Genesis 15.

What did the Lord promise Abram? Did he trust God? How many descendants would Abram have? Did God intend to bless the whole world through a descendant of Abram, Jesus? Did God visit Abram in a vision? What was his request of God? After these things Yahweh’s word came to Abram in a vision, saying, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Upward Look

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Feb 6, 2004

LOOK AT THE PERSON WHO DRAWS,THE POWER WITH WHICH HE DRAWS,THE PEOPLE HE DRAWS,AND PURPOSE FOR WHICH HE DRAWS.

THE UPWARD LOOK Hebrews 12:2-Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. I heard the story about a man in New York city who one day begin to look ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

God's Highway

Contributed by David Nolte on May 1, 2018

Compares life to a trip on God's Highway

“God’s Highway” Matthew 7:13-14 David P. Nolte Sometimes it is refreshing to get off the major highways and onto the back roads which, many times, in the past, were the major highways. Going to Eugene via Hwy 99 may be slower but once in a while, it’s fun. Life is in many ways like a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reparation Offering (Leviticus 5)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 27, 2024

Do we owe God and others reparation for harm done, or does forgiveness wipe away such obligations? Let's look at Leviticus 5.

What about more serious sins that are an offense against God’s holy things? Can they also be forgiven? Should we try to repair any damages we have done to God and others? Let’s look at Leviticus 5. Is there a specific list of sins that make a person guilty of greater sin before God? Are false ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unmentionables

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 3, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 15: 1 – 33

Leviticus 15: 1 – 33 Unmentionables 15 And the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron, saying, 2 “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘When any man has a discharge from his body, his discharge is unclean. 3 And this shall be his uncleanness in regard to his discharge—whether his body runs ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Birth Of Christ Part 2

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Feb 11, 2004

A more detailed look at the dedication of Christ at the temple.

Luke Chapter 2 The Birth of Christ (con’t) As we said last week the two gospels from which we compile the story of the birth of Christ are Matthew and Luke. Matthew is especially careful to point out when a prophecy is fulfilled. Note as you read his gospel how often he tells us that “this was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Dysfunctional Family Of Jesus? Series

Contributed by David Smith on Jan 12, 2010

Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the Feast of the Passover. And when he was twelve years old, they went up according to custom. And when the feast was ended, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents did

For he was our childhood pattern Day by day like us He grew; He was little, weak, and helpless; Tears and smiles like us he knew; ... Christian children all must be Mild, obedient, good as He. (Cecil Frances Alexander, 1848) It’s the first Sunday after Christmas - the ’Feast of the Holy Family’. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-49

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Bringing God Into Our Decisions Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 23, 2008

Much of life is out of our hands, but our lives are greatly influenced by the choices we and others make.

Bringing God Into Our Decisions (Acts 1:15-26) 1. This was a very rough week for many people. 2. The Williams family had a traumatic time. 3. We had 8 surgeries in the church family within a 7 day period, all during one of our two busiest weeks of the year, camp time. 4. I have been through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It’s Not What You Think

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 2, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 12: 1 – 8

Leviticus 12: 1 – 8 It’s not what you think 12 Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, 2 “Speak to the children of Israel, saying: ‘If a woman has conceived, and borne a male child, then she shall be unclean seven days; as in the days of her customary impurity she shall be unclean. 3 And on the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Using Biblical Parables To Craft Compelling Accounts Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

USING BIBLICAL PARABLES TO CRAFT COMPELLING ACCOUNTS ACROSS CULTURES

USING BIBLICAL PARABLES TO CRAFT COMPELLING ACCOUNTS ACROSS CULTURES Introduction - Everyone craves an experience when they can listen to an account that will make the illusion of anothers’ reality seem like their own. Africans particularly appreciate a teacher who can heighten their sense of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What If God Gave You A Message Like He Did The Angels?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Dec 27, 2002

This sermon asks the question, what if God gave you a powerful message to proclaim, like He did the angels? WHat if God gave you the message to tell the world that the Son of God had been born?

I. During a Christmas pagent, one child had been forced to be in the program by his parents. The young teen continued to voice his concerns as they practiced. He would mutter things like "How can people believe that Jesus is the Son of God?" and "just what makes everyone believe that this is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: United Methodist

First Day Of The Week (Full) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 24, 2020

To establish that on the first day of the week; the church congregated; observed the communion and contributed of their means, to the Lord. This is a day of fellowship, preaching, breaking of bread, songs, and, prayers. This lesson establishes the day and acts of Christian worship.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Day their Congregation 2. Day their Communion 3. Day their Contribution Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we are going to be discussing the theme: "The First Day of the Week." This lesson will stress; that this day is not a day to "go to church." It is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42, Acts 20:7, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Humble Beginnings

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Dec 24, 2007

The humble beginnings of Jesus in Bethlehem are not really so humble at all because he came to deliver all of us regardless of our place on the economic ladder or position in society.

Humble Beginnings Luke 2:8-20 December 16, 2007 A couple of years ago, Toni and I were trying to get home from vacation. Our plans called for us to catch a plane out of Miami International Airport to Chicago and then on to Fort Wayne. The problem occurred when we arrived in Miami just a day ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Methodist

Focus Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 16, 2004

Week four in a four week series on the essentials for conquerors.

14, March 2004 Dakota Community Church The Essentials The Essential Characteristics of Conquerors WEEK FOUR: FOCUS Introduction: The bride was very nervous. It was right before the wedding and she wasn’t sure she could even walk down aisle. So her father gave her some words of wisdom. He said to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Daniel 6:10

Denomination: Mennonite

Eagle Christians

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 18, 2022

In 1 Samuel we have the very exciting story of David and Goliath. From the human viewpoint, this was the biggest mismatch that has ever occurred.

Illus: If any of you watch professional boxing, you know that the weight of the boxers has to be within a few pounds, or they are not allowed to fight each other. They would not think of putting a "feather" weight, weighing just a little more than a hundred pounds, in the ring with a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:22-29

Denomination: Baptist