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Grace From Galatians (10 Of 19)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 7, 2022

We are looking at the five different appeals that Paul used in dealing with these Galatians.

In the first appeal, he dealt with them about three things: • He appealed to their PAST • He appealed to their PRESENT • He appealed to their PREDICAMENT In this second appeal, he appeals to their love for him and how he should be treated by them. • Being a Minister of the Gospel is considered by ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Worry!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 8, 2022

Once again we are shocked by the turmoil that has arisen, not just among individuals, but even between nations. Again & again we’ve witnessed how cruel people can be, & how cheaply human life is regarded by some.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Matthew 6:25 34; Isaiah 26:6, 40:12; Job 19:25; 2 Kings 6: Once again we are shocked by the turmoil that has arisen, not just among individuals, but even between nations. Again ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Isaiah 26:6, Isaiah 40:12, Job 19:25, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 2 Kings 5:11-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace From Galatians (12 Of 19)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 8, 2022

This is Paul’s fourth appeal to try to get them to come to their senses.

As we have seen, Paul does not understand why these backsliding Galatian Christians wanted to return to the bondage of the law. In this appeal, he seems to appeal to their common sense, something that many in this country seem to have lost. Illus: I saw this sad announcement and thought about ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Peter, Feed My Sheep” (19 Of 20)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022

In this passage, Peter continues to deal with the opposition that faced Christians, and that still faces us today.

Illus: This passage reminds me of the story of the fellow that went to the doctor. The doctor examined him closely, and told the patient, "I have some bad news and also some real bad news to tell you. But before I can tell you the bad news and the very bad news, you will first have to pay ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles (13 Of 39)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

The apostle Paul was a very unusual man. He also had a very unusual conversion.

There is a small similarity between Saul’s conversion and that of the Ethiopian eunuch. They were both converted on a road. One of the differences in these two conversion is that the Ethiopian eunuch was converted in a chariot, and Saul was converted laying on the ground. It is a marvelous thing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Predictions About Jesus

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 17, 2022

The world needs to come to grips with the full extent of God’s love.

PREDICTIONS ABOUT JESUS Text: Lk. 18:31-34 Introduction 1. Illustration: There was a time when skeptics claimed that the prophecies in Isaiah 53 were too detailed, too specific, too accurate to be mere coincidence. I agreed. But then the skeptics argued that the ONLY logical explanation was that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Methodist

The Hunchback

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 19, 2022

Many people are emotionally crippled and don't even realize it. Jesus saw a woman's suffering and showed the compassion of God by healing her. He called her to Himself. God is still the healer today! Ends with a modern healing story.

THE HUNCHBACK Luke 13:10-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. While taking a law class in personal injury litigation, I got into a car accident and had to wear a cervical collar. Two weeks later, I tripped over a wire and ended up on crutches. 2. When I hobbled into class shortly after these mishaps, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The People In The Pews

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

Ezekiel is a interesting prophet. We can see from this passage of Scripture that he preached sermons that dealt with people where they lived.

I am sure that when Ezekiel got through preaching this sermon, there were not many standing at the back door telling him how much they enjoyed the sermon. This is why many will seek for a church where the Word of God is occasionally MENTIONED, but not PREACHED! For example, today it is not ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:30-33

Denomination: Baptist

"o Lord, Revive Thy Work"

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

All over this great country of ours, CHURCHES have revival services each year. Many of these churches schedule them in the FALL and in the SPRING of the year.

While it is good that churches schedule these services frequently, it is equally good that they recognize that before a church can experience a HOLY GHOST REVIVAL MEETING, they must know WHAT A REAL HOLY GHOST REVIVAL IS. A Holy Ghost Revival consist of at least three things, such as: 1. It is a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Habakkuk 3:2

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christians Do Not Continue In Sin (1of 3)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

In chapter 5:12-21, we discovered that sin entered the world through Adam, who was the head of the human race.

His one sin plunged the whole human race into sin, because all mankind was in his loins when he sinned. The Bible tells us that mankind is born into sin, but even if It did not state this, it would not be hard to prove. Illus: All you have to do is watch a newborn baby. You will see immediately: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Part Ii: Unity Of The Spirit - Level 2 Series

Contributed by Louis Posthauer on Mar 26, 2022

What does the term “Unity of the Spirit” really mean for Christians? In Part I we presented insights into this uniquely Christian concept: unity of the Spirit. Level 2 unity is not generally seen in the western church.

Introduction to Part II What does the term “Unity of the Spirit” really mean for Christians? In Part I we presented insights into this uniquely Christian concept: unity of the Spirit. We are endeavoring to arrive at a practical understanding which is meaningful to our daily walk. We answer ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:43, Acts 5:5-12

The Smiths

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

Demetrius “Smith” represents someone whose judgement is clouded by selfish desires. Alexander "Smith" represents someone who doesn't want to be alone in his sin; who makes it a point to cause other Christians to stumble.

I’ve entitled our message for this evening, “The Smiths.” Have you heard about the Smiths? Take for instance Zipporah Smith. “Who’s that?” you may say. Well, her husband, Moses, was used by God to deliver the Israelites from their bondage in Egypt. You see, Zipporah was a Kenite, and the word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:14-16, Acts 19:23-34

Denomination: Baptist

Being Tested

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 30, 2022

Life will always test us. We can't escape it. But in all of our tests in life we have to include the testing of our faith. In order for our faith to be strengthened it has to be stretched.

When I was a teenager, I used to deer hunt on a lease in Leakey, Texas. These are not mountains by any chance. But even in the Hill Country of Texas it can be challenging to get to a hunting spot on the side of one of those hills. I got the notion one time to climb to the top of the hill. What ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

And Therefore I Have Hope

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 3, 2021

Even when all seems lost, God is faithful

And Therefore I Have Hope Text: Lamentations 1:1-9, 3:21-24 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING If you will please take your Bibles and open them up to the Old Testament book of Lamentations. You guys know Lamentations right? I’m sure it’s in everyone’s top five list of Old Testament Books… Well ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-9, Lamentations 3:21-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith, Loyalty And Honor ( 24th Sunday After Pentecost November 7, 2021)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 4, 2021

Ruth had lost everything. But, not all hope was lost because God’s blessing was at work behind the scenes. Ruth was asking Boaz to fulfill her request to be a “Kinsman Redeemer”.

FAITH, LOYALTY and HONOR Text: Ruth 3:1- 5, 4:13 - 17 Ruth 3:1-5  Then Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, “My daughter, should I not seek rest for you, that it may be well with you?  (2)  Is not Boaz our relative, with whose young women you were? See, he is winnowing barley ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-5, Ruth 4:13-17

Denomination: United Methodist