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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
You cannot be saved by your good works, because no matter how hard you try, your “Good” is not good enough for the perfectly holy and completely righteous God who alone grants salvation.
TITLE: ONE FILTHY RAG TALKING TO ANOTHER FILTHY RAG SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 64:6 / ROMANS 3:10 / ROMANS 3:23 / ZECHARIAH 3:1-4 The title of this morning’s message came from a rather exciting and spirit filled Bible Study we had here at ‘First Church’ a few weeks ago. Rev. Finley actually threw ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 64:6, Zechariah 3:1-4
Denomination: Baptist
This passage shares the account of a church that is looking at what the church down the road is doing. The pastor (Samuel) tries to lead this church (Israel) according to God’s will, but the congregation won’t heed his counsel.
As we look at this chapter of 1 Samuel today, there unfolds a scene that can be applied to discussing the goal of churches today. What is the vision of some churches? Do churches think in a Christ-centered manner, or do they think in a worldly manner? What I mean is this: Are churches today ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22
How Christians are supposed to live in submission under the God given governing and workplace authorities.
Since Easter we have been looking at Jesus’ disciple Peter and his first letter. This is a man who walked with Jesus when he was on the earth. He was one of the twelve disciples. His life was transformed by the resurrected Lord Jesus Christ and he became one of the leaders of the early ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-24
Denomination: Methodist
Tribulation saints from all nations, tribes, peoples, and tongues.
Revelation 7: Thanksgiving...In Heaven! (vs 9-17) Last week, we entered our study in Revelation 7, and saw how everything stopped--how there is a pause in the action of Revelation. During this pause, the four angels charged with the judgments on the earth are told stop the winds and also the ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17
Denomination: Bible Church
Today as we examine the 8th chapter of Leviticus we will discover four similarities that teach us that the Priesthood of the Old Testament is like the Royal Priesthood of the New Testament in certain respects.
"SHOULD WE WEAR COLLARS" TEXT: LEVITICUS CHAPTER 8 INTRODUCTION By now many of you are over half way through your reading in the book of Leviticus. How are you doing? Do you feel a little weary and worn from struggling through all those passages? Are you having a hard time seeing the ...read more
Scripture: Leviticus 8:1-4
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Explains who Jesus really is.
“Jesus – Who is He?” April 27, 2008 “When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah ; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets." "But what about you?" he ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20
Denomination: Holiness
Jesus at times taught with concepts that are not obvious so that we might grapple with His thought. This grappling causes us to meditate & stuggle with His concepts which eventually can bring blessed understanding.
JOHN 2: 18-25 The ENTRUSTING OF YOUR LIFE The commotion caused by Jesus and the quick report of His unheard of action brought the authorities down on Him. They demand some proof of His right to challenge the existing procedure of worship. John is not concerned with the ...read more
Scripture: John 2:18-25
Compares the condition of Israel; to that of the US, and how God encouraged Isaiah before sending him out.
A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT FOR DISCOURAGING DAYS In many ways, the prophet Isaiah would feel right at home in our days. In chapter 2 of his book, he talks about the days when God will physically rule on the earth, when men beat their swords into plow shears and there is peace in the land. I too ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8
Paul preached to Agrippa a gospel that would save and deliver, but he became only an "almost Chistian." What is an "almost Christian?" How can we avoid this worldview? How to get divine life.
ALMOST PERSUADED TO BE A CHRISTIAN ACTS 26:28 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: EFFECTS OF SIN 1. A reporter interviewed a grizzled old man who was sitting out behind his farmhouse. “Sir, I’d like to know the secret of your long life.” 2. “Ok. I drink a pint of whiskey every day, smoke 35 cigarettes, ...read more
Scripture: Acts 26:19-28
Denomination: Assembly Of God
This sermon explores the life of Elisha, emphasizing the importance of courage, obedience, and servanthood in living a life that glorifies God.
Good morning, dear friends. I trust you've been washed in the grace of our Lord this week and are ready to gather around the table of His Word. We're here to unwrap the gift of God's message to us, to let it nourish our souls and fortify our spirits. There's a unique warmth that comes from sharing ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:12
Topics: Elisha, Life, Ministry
In 1858, the Illinois legislature, using an obscure statute, sent Stephen A. Douglas to the U.S. Senate instead of Abraham Lincoln, although Lincoln had won the popular vote.
When a sympathetic friend asked Lincoln how he felt, he said he felt, “Like the boy who stubbed his toe: I am too big to cry and too badly hurt to laugh.” (Source unknown) All of us know that feeling. Life is filled with disappointments. Most of us will do anything to keep from having ...read more
Scripture: Mark 12:1-12
Christian disciples seek to live their lives for an audience of ONE. God’s opinion, God’s approval or disapproval is ultimately all that matters. The applause of heaven is the deciding factor in their life.
MOTIVATION: IT’S THE BOTTOM LINE! Matthew 6:1-18 1. A father wrote a letter to apologize to a certain young man for not allowing him to marry his daughter. The letter went as follows: Dear Marty, I have been unable to sleep since I broke off your engagement to my daughter. Will you ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18
Denomination: United Methodist
Think about the question, is there a right way to apporach Jesus? For many, the answer is yes and we all have a different opinion. If that is the case, who is right and which does Jesus prefer?
***Open with skit – Adaptation of “A Day in Court” from The Idea’s Library: Drama, Skits, and Sketches pg. 32-33*** (The prosecutor and the defendant are seated at the front on opposite sides.) Narrator: The following are the closing statements from a very important case that has been going on ...read more
Scripture: Mark 5:21-43
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
It is my opinion that although the gospels of Matt., Mk., Lk., and John record some similar details regarding the alabaster jar, the critical reader will conclude that three separate anointing occur.
Do What You Can! (Mark 14:3-9) (Mark 14:1-9; Matthew 26:7-13; Luke 7:36-40; John 12:3-8, cf. [confer]) Introduction In our pericope (Pericope is an English word with Greek origins for: a passage from a written work) this morning, I have chosen Mark 14:3-9. It is my opinion that although the ...read more
Scripture: Mark 14:3-9
Have you ever wanted to call it quits? We all have. Every single one of us has, especially when the press of people’s opinions suffocate us.
Have you ever wanted to call it quits? We all have. Every single one of us has, especially when the press of people’s opinions suffocate us. Or when the demands of others’ expectations coupled with our own sense of inadequacy and failure squelch our spirit. When it comes spiraling down to an ...read more
Scripture: Luke 5:10
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