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Sermon On The Water Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 15, 2022

The water of life can emulate several different connotations.

Asma Naqi, a Pakistan born female author once remarked: “Through the passage of my life I have learned, that the power of positive association is so much stronger than any amount of negativity in the world. No matter how dark it is, a tiny beam of light is all it takes to kill the darkest of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:6, Revelation 22:1, John 4:14, John 17:3

Practical Pointers For Grief - 3 Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 30, 2022

More of our practical pointers for handling grief.

Today I want to conclude with some practical pointers for Grief. Those who have experienced grief understand that it is a difficult journey. As Jesus points out to us in Matthew 14 after the death of His cousin, John the Baptist, there are some practical things we can do to deal with grief. He went ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Great And Good! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Nov 24, 2020

Looking at our God at this time of season (Thanksgiving Day) we are in awe of God being great and being good. Reading the scriptures gives meaning for God's greatness and His Goodness."

Probably one of the first prayers we learned after “Now I lay me down to sleep” was “God is great! God is good! Let us thank Him for our food!” We may have even learned the longer version which included: “By His hand we all are fed, give us Lord our daily bread.” From this brief prayer, from our ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace For Good Works

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 26, 2021

We are saved by grace and not by good works, but we are saved for the purpose of good works.

Grace for Good Works Study Text: 2 Corinthians 9:8 Introduction: - The Bible describes GRACE as God's riches made available to us freely but at the expense of Christ. 2 Corinthians 8: 9. - This grace of God is of two folds: 1. The Saving Grace : The grace that brings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Accusing Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 4, 2021

Was Jesus ever falsely accused? Purpose: Did He face vilification? Plan: Let’s look at how Jesus handled unfair criticism in Mark 3:20-35.

Intro Was Jesus ever falsely accused? Purpose: Did He face vilification? Plan: Let’s look at how Jesus handled unfair criticism in Mark 3:20-35. Is our Faith Crazy? Are Christians nuts because of their self-sacrifice? Mark 3:20 Then the multitude came together again, so that they could not so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Baptist

Church And Profession Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 31, 2018

During Paul’s time slaves in Roman empire were about 60 Lakhs. Rome was mistress of the World. All work was done by slaves- from doctors, engineers and teachers to the men force were slaves. The entire economy and social structure depended upon them.

Text: Ephesians 6:5-9 Topic: Church and Professional Ethics Introduction: Professional Ethics Professionally accepted standards of personal, business behaviour, values and guiding principles. Professional Ethics governs our behaviour within the context of a particular profession. Abel offered ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Methodist

The Spirit Man - Series

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Aug 2, 2018

This series - THE SPIRIT MAN- is a game changer for anyone yearning to grow in faith and become unshakable in the experience of all that God has done for you in Christ Jesus.

But a natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually appraised. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-20

Denomination: *other

Sermon On Virtue

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 2, 2023

Virtue is defined as a behavior that depicts high moral standards. It promotes integrity, solidity and significantly features kindness and understanding toward others.

Matshona Dhliwayo, a Zimbabwean-born and Canadian-based philosopher, entrepreneur and author once remarked: “When truth looks in the mirror, virtue looks out. When courage looks in the mirror, faith looks out. When charity looks in the mirror, love looks out. When contentment looks in the mirror, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:11-20, Galatians 5:22, Philippians 4:8, Proverbs 16:9

Sermon On The Tools Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 12, 2022

Tools are defined as a device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.

Steve Maraboli, an American author once remarked: “Accept yourself, your strengths, your weaknesses, your truths, and know what tools you have to fulfil your purpose.” Deuteronomy 19:5 confirms: “For instance, a man may go into the forest with his neighbour to cut wood, and as he swings his axe to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:23, 1 Peter 2:1-25, Ephesians 2:10

The Power Of Love

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Indrani Baboolal on Feb 18, 2022

This love that King Solomon writes in the Book of Song of Songs is a powerful love that mankind experiences, but God has designed this love for more.

INTRODUCTION There is so much that can be said about love. However Love in the book of Song of Songs is a romantic love between a man and a woman. Not like the Love that exist between Christ and the church which is “Agape love” one of several Greek words for love. When the word “agape” is used in ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 3:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Death From Christians Perspective Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 22, 2021

Some deaths people treat as a “tragic end”, but for some deaths, people say “well-earned rest”. Our judgments are not true because those are based on outward known deeds. Death reveals mysteries.

Message for Memorial Day – Theme: DEATH in Christian Perspective Text: 1 Corinthians 15:56 The Diagnosis A woman accompanied her husband to visit a doctor. After his check-up, the doctor called the wife into his chamber. He said, "If you don't do the following, your husband will surely ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:56

Denomination: Methodist

A Harvest Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 29, 2021

A sermon for Thanksgiving Eve, Year B

November 24, 2021 - Thanksgiving Eve Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Joel 2:21-27; Matthew 6:25-33 A Harvest of Thanksgiving Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Thanksgiving is a holiday of intentionality. We pause our ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:21-27, Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Brought To Life; Brought Together Displaying Christ At Work Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 21, 2025

Today’s message is Displaying Christ at Work.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. We are in Ephesians 6:5-9, looking at the last relationship Paul addresses, calling slaves to submit to their masters. Today’s message is Displaying Christ at Work. In 6:5-9 Paul instructs both slaves and masters to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9, 1 Timothy 6:1-2, 1 Peter 2:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Does A Friend Need To Love At All Times?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 26, 2025

Knowing someone and being a friend to someone are not the same.

What sort of companion or friend am I? There is a tremendous contrast between knowing somebody well and being a genuine friend. The best proof of certifiable friendship is steadfast loyalty. Our friendship with others should not lessen due to unforeseen circumstances. There is no one but Christ ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Being Holy: Obedience Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Feb 4, 2025

If we are to live holy lives, it MUST be covered in our obedience

In the past few weeks, we have examined different areas of how we can be more holy in our Christian walk. First, we examined repentance, how we need to see repentance as transformational in our accepting Christ and further living our lives for Him. Next we considered our connection to God by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist