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Word And Eucharist Are One Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 13, 2009

The Gospel proclaims the divine reversal--the weak become strong by grace; thus also Word and Sacrament are the means by which weakness is strengthened.

June 15, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis Here in the penumbra of the Feast of Corpus Christi, it is particularly helpful to reflect on what many have called “the great reversal.” The Gospel is one frequently quoted to show the power of nonviolent resistence. Go two miles when forced to go one. St. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

Today’s Temptation, Tomorrow’s Triumph 1 Samuel 24 Series

Contributed by James D. Thornber on Mar 2, 2014

David’s fight against the temptation of revenge produced positive three consequences we should all come to when today’s temptation is to put ourselves out in front of God’s will and get even with people.

Today’s Temptation, Tomorrow’s Triumph 1 Samuel 24 Did you ever get in a fight when you were a kid? I mean a real fight, with fists and blood and crying. I did. More than once. Being small meant I got picked on more than once, so I became a scrapper and a bully sometimes just to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Journey Through Acts (Part 9) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 7, 2024

In Acts 16, we witness an amazing encounter between Paul and the Philippian Jailer including SINGING, SHAKING, SAVING, and SERVICE.

The Journey: Following Jesus through Acts (9) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 16:22-34 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/20/2017 As most of you know, we’re nine weeks into this ten-week journey through the book of Acts. While the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke and John—tell the story of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-34

Denomination: Christian Church

The Power Of His Presence Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 10, 2009

This message invites believers to respond to Christ’s call to be with Him, to preach, and to have power, rather than just crowd Him when we have a need.

The Power of His Presence (Mark 3:7-19) Several years ago, on New Year’s Day, a beautiful float in the Tournament of Roses parade suddenly sputtered and quit. It was out of gas. The whole parade was held up until someone could get a can of gas. The amusing thing was this float represented the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Must Of Evangelism

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 11, 2023

Preaching the gospel is an imperative (Outline and material adapted from Gene Dulin in the book "The Faith Promise Missionary Conference" Section IX "Sermon Outlines on Missions" pg. 116)

HoHum: Two fellows are standing on the side of a country road. One is holding a sign that says, “The end is near!” The other one is holding a sign that says, “Repent!” Several cars pass them by and pay them no heed. In fact, all the cars speed up to get past these guys whom they consider to be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:10, John 3:5-7, Romans 1:20, James 2:19, Romans 10:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Directable Hearts Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 10, 2012

Strengthen in and through God’s faithfulness we become able to direct our inner man, our hearts into the love of God and into the perseverance that comes from Christ. It is the directed heart that dwells in the love of God and in the endurance of Christ.

[ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE FUTURE SERIES] 2 THESSALONIANS 3: 1-5 DIRECTABLE HEARTS [Acts 17:5-9] This last major section of the epistle calls on its readers to live in the light of the truth of God’s Word. If we believe the truth it will change our lives so that we can live out the truth. As ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 6: The Manner Of His Life Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 25, 2018

In these verses Paul insists on the moral consistency of the individual’s life and conduct.

6/6/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 6: THE MANNER OF HIS LIFE (1Th 2:9-12) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12 (NIV) 9 Surely you remember, brothers and sisters, our toil and hardship; we worked night and day in order not to be a burden to anyone while we preached the gospel of God to you. 10 You are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost (Or Whitsun)

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 3, 2017

What can we learn from the experience of Pentecost in Acts 2

What can we learn from the Experience of Pentecost? Introduction: Story: Three ladies held a bible study on the book of Malachi and in Chapter 3 they read this about God 3 He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; he will purify the Levites and refine them like gold and silver. They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

Lord's Prayer 6 - Becoming A Discerning Child Of God Series

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Sep 5, 2024

Becoming a discerning child of God is not an easy task and this is where the Lord's prayer come to our aid. What is God's will to be done here on earth as it is in Heaven - this is NOT a new problem as it has been with us since the beginning of time. Does Jesus have the answer?

Becoming a discerning child of God - Let your name be made holy, - let your kingdom come, - let your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. One of the key components of intercession is the recognition that without us God's hands are tied and without God our hands are empty. Another is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:8-10, Revelation 11:15

Praying By The Blood Of Jesus

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 15, 2006

There is a power that supersedes every other power. That power, transforms simple things into powerful weapons. The awesomeness and mystery of the power in the Blood of Jesus, is not being preached in the church today.

Revelation 12:11: “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death”. I would like you to read this message with rapt attention, so that you can key in to what God intends to do through this miracle power. It is a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11, Revelation 12:11-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Heartbreak Of A Shattered Dream Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on May 5, 2010

today, let’s look into these verses and see the truths that God has placed here. I want to take these verses and preach on The Heartbreak of a Shattered Dream.

THE HEARTBREAK OF A SHATTERED DREAM Genesis 37:12-35 Introduction Have you ever experienced the heartbreak of a shattered dream? Everything was set! You were sure things were going to turn out a certain way, and then the bottom just fell out from under you. Maybe it was a child that did not turn ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-35

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven's Hero Able Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008

What will your life say when you have gone? Whatever it is communicating today You can also listen to messages at www.preaching.co.nr

Heaven’s Hero, Abel Heaven’s Heroes are men and women of God who have been victorious in the faith, not all heaven’s heroes are listed in Hebrews 11, many are still alive and active for God today, they are not to be idolized, they are an example to all who desire to advance in the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Walking Dead, Lazarus Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 20, 2013

This message looks at Lazarus being raised from the dead and the implications it has for us today. Actually wrote and preached this years ago as a part of a series on the X-files

So here we are week two of the Walking Dead. For those of you who are wondering what in the world is happening at Cornerstone let’s bring you up to speed. Through October and November our theme at Cornerstone is “The Walking Dead” and we will be looking at various stories in the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Wesleyan

Check Your Vision

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 8, 2017

Preaching from Genesis 3:6-7, we review what happened to Adam and Eve when they disobeyed God, and how that still affects us today.

Check your Vision Coulee Community Church January 8th, 2017 Scripture: Genesis 3:6-7 Opening Illustration A few months after we moved here, they started to tear up Dewey Street right out here in front of the church. First they tore it down to the foundation. Then they came through and updated ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Fit To Be Tied Part Vi

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 1, 2022

In the last five sermons, we have been preaching about marriage, and today we want to focus on a very important subject that God is very concerned about.

We want to preach about children in our marriage. Children can be a blessing, or they can cause much pain. Usually the outcome is directly affected by how much the parents obey God's Word in raising them. Illus: One lady that had three teenagers was asked, "If you had it to do all over ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-22, Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist