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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
Esther comes to understand the providence of God in retrospect. God has been preparing her for such a time as this.
We ended last week on a sad note, with Mordecai and the Jews across the Persian Empire mourning. They had just received an edict for their execution. Haman, the evil high official to the King, hatched a plot to kill, not just Mordecai (his enemy and Jewish subordinate), but also his entire ...read more
Scripture: Esther 4:4-17, Genesis 45:5-7, Genesis 50:19-20
Denomination: Independent/Bible
A brief unpacking of 1 Peter, looking at Peter's encouragement to always be prepared to give an answer for our hope.
The Value and Power of Your Testimony - 1 Peter 3:15-16 - June 22, 2014 We’ve just heard the testimony of a follower of Jesus Christ. Joanne has shared her heart - what God has done and is doing in her life. And I hope you’ve been encouraged by her words. I hope you have perhaps been ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
This world is not our friend, but we have a defender! This is a short Bible study prepared for midweek prayer meeting.
I. Introduction: There have been a number of stories over the past few years regarding freedom of religion: as it intersects with speech (e.g., valedictory addresses), business (e.g., Hobby Lobby), education, gay rights, etc.? II. This world is not our ally (vv.16-19) A. We can ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 94:16-23
Jesus is coming back and we better be prepared to meet Him. There will be judgment of people to either heaven or hell.
“Jesus is coming BACK, Judgment” Hebrews 9:27/Matthew 25 CREDIT: I used Jeff Strite heavily as a source for this sermon. I do not think I improved on his work and can't really figure out what parts in the sermon below are mine and which are his. I share this sermon with hesitation, knowing ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 9:27
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
The New Year is always a time of reflection and preparation for a new year. Today is a time for change: dramatic and drastic.
Repent, v.2, 8 A. Change Directions B. Show Evidence Prepare, v. 3, 10 A. Elevate dips in the road B. Remove unfruitful works Baptism, v. 11 A. Baptism of repentance & water B. Baptism of regeneration & Holy Ghost fire ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12
Denomination: Baptist
To show that we have a better permanent place in Heaven prepared for us by our LORD JESUS CHRIST.
I. EXORDIUM: Are you a sojourner here on earth? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have a better permanent place in Heaven prepared for us by our LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 11:9 (Amplified Bible) 11:9 [Prompted] by faith he dwelt as a temporary ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 11:9
Denomination: Pentecostal
God brings revival into people when they have their hearts prepared through involvement with prayer and the Word of God.
Introduction: A. On a bright and clear morning in July of 1982, two amateur prospectors were dredging for gold in a cold California river. 1. Mike Astle was in the river and had on a wet suit to protect him from the icy water, while his friend Dave Burgess stood nearby on the riverside supervising ...read more
In part 2 of 'The Return Of The King' we will talk about the preparations for His Return.
The Return Of The King 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11 Good morning Maple Grove! HEY – is anybody out there ready for some living and active WORD of God… NOW THIS MORNING – as we are going to finish our conversation, The Return Of The King’ that we began last week, as we unpacked 1 Thessalonians ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
No matter how good the preaching, the Word of God only takes root in hearts prepared by the Holy Spirit.
THE SOWER, THE SEED, AND THE SOIL. Matthew 13:1-9; Matthew 13:18-23. There were great crowds pressing to see Jesus, straining to hear His words, or perhaps hoping for a healing touch. The Lord entered into a boat and sat and taught, whilst the crowds stood on the seashore. The boat served as a ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23, Matthew 13:1-9
Palm Sunday is a time for us to prepare our hearts for the agony of His Passion and the Joy of His Resurrection.
Opening illustration: Watch a video clip on contemporary ’Palm Sunday.’ Let us read Matthew 21 and pick up the story from verse 1 going down to verse 11. Historical Background: Even today church folks get confused with Palm Sunday. On this Passover day, when Jesus came riding into town, there had ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11
If you were called as a witness for Christ, what would you stay? Are you prepared to take the stand?
If you’re going to tell people about Christ, you have to make it personal. What better way than to tell people what you’ve seen and how it’s impacted you personally. Relating what you’ve experienced is at the heart of being a witness. Why is this so important? Because you’ve just made it ...read more
Scripture: John 21:15, 1 Peter 5:1-2, Acts 1:8
Denomination: Other
The writer of the Epistle to the Hebrews compares Christian life to a great race prepared by God we should engage.
How To Run With Endurance Introduction: The writer of the Epistle to the Hebrews compares Christian life to a great race prepared by God we should engage. I. The RACE We Are Facing 1. The AUDIENCES *verse 1a, (we are SURROUNDED by triumphant ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, Hebrews 12:12-13
Denomination: Assembly Of God
This sermon explores the importance of spiritual readiness and preparation for God's unexpected interventions and the eventual return of Christ, the Bridegroom.
Good morning, everyone! It's a joy to be with you all today. I'm so glad to see each and every one of you here. We're here to chat about something that is not only important but also deeply personal. It's about being ready, being prepared, and most importantly, about being awake. Before we start, I ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13
Topics: Watch, Unknown Hour
Explores Jesus' humanity, obedience, and perseverance in the face of adversity, as exemplified in His prayerful preparation in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Welcome, dear friends, to another beautiful day of gathering together in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ. I am thrilled to have you all here today as we gather to reflect upon the Word of God. Today, we're going to be focusing on a pivotal moment in the life of our Savior, a moment that is as ...read more
Scripture: Mark 14:32-42
Topics: Prayer, Obedience, Submission
This sermon explores the significance of Palm Sunday, the fulfillment of prophetic promises, and its role in preparing for the Passion Week.
Welcome, beloved family, to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joy to see each one of you here today, eager and ready to drink from the fountain of God's Word. Today, we stand on the precipice of a remarkable ...read more
Scripture: Mark 11:1-11
Topics: Triumphal Entry
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