Sermons on Prophets And Prophecy:

Our Prayers Have Been Answered Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 11, 2019

Throughout the Hebrew scriptures, the promise of a messiah is clearly given. These messianic prophecies were made hundreds, sometimes thousands, of years before Jesus Christ was born … and clearly Jesus Christ is the only person who has ever walked this earth who could fulfill them.

“Jerusalem, Jerusalem … the city that kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to it!” (Matthew 23: 37). Prophetic and chilling words given the one who spoke them. They are the last words that the Lord Jesus Christ would address to His beloved city, Jerusalem … the city that hailed Him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37-39, Micah 5:2, Isaiah 7:14, Psalm 22:17, Isaiah 53:5-9, Luke 19:41-44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

The Holy Spirit - Part 5 Of 9 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 4, 2017

This part is a continuation of the Holy Spirit's role in the functioning of the New Testament church which began in Part 4 of this series. In this part we examine the greater and lesser gifts and functions of apostles and prophets in the early church.

This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or as handouts for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31, Romans 12:3-8, Ephesians 4:11-16, 1 Timothy 3:1-13, Titus 1:5-9, Acts 6:1-6, Galatians 1:11-12, Ephesians 2:19-20, Ephesians 3:1-7, 1 Corinthians 13:8-10, Acts 21:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Astrology, According To 2 Pet 1:19 Can It Predict Your Future? Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Nov 6, 2017

The basic theory of astrology is that the orbits and alignments of the sun, moon, and planets control our destiny, How accurate is this?

Astrology, Can it tell you’re your fate Gemini. “You’re excellent when the pressure is up. There’s a snag at work. Make sure to do a thorough diagnosis of the problem before you ask for help.” Capricorn. “Stick to the plan. On important matters, ask for proof. Your social life requires you to know ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rock Group – The Stones Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 13, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 19 verses 29 through 40

Luke 19: 29-40 The Rock Group – The Stones 29 And it came to pass, when He drew near to Bethphage and Bethany, at the mountain called Olivet, that He sent two of His disciples, 30 saying, “Go into the village opposite you, where as you enter you will find a colt tied, on which no one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-40

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Revelation (Apocalyptic) Outline

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Nov 26, 2004

Quick Study outline of the Apocalypes

Outline of the Apocalypse Present time to John, past time to us: Introduction and Letters Chapter 1 Introduction: John greets the 7 Churches and reassures all that we are a nation of kings and priests. Vision of Jesus who tells John to write what he sees. Chapter 2-3 Letters to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Old Testament Clear Gospel Message

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 21, 2018

Isaiah foretells with great accuracy the suffering and death of Jesus and why

Weekend Message/Devotion Isaiah 53:4-12 October 21, 2018 Old Testament Clear Gospel Message It just doesn’t get much clearer than this. The prophet Isaiah tells us the exact truth of the gospel message long before the physical arrival of Christ. How ever could that be? This is a divine ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Big Story: Nunc Dimittis Series

Contributed by Danny Davis on Feb 7, 2014

The last of Luke's four songs celebrating the incarnation of Christ is the Song of Simeon. The righteous priest long anticipated the birth of the one who would bring salvation to the Jews and to the whole world.

Introduction Well, I was really thinking about another carol for all of us to sing together this morning but I thought maybe I would give you a break. The only reason is because I want your voices rested so you can join us for caroling at the Golden Living Center and Bristol Manor after church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Virgin Birth Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 27, 2019

• When we face the darkness that accompanies life, we place our trust in God’s miraculous power in times of trouble and doubt. God gives us hope for the future (Eternal life through His Son Jesus, He also gives us hope for today, Emmanuel, God with us!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • There have always been reasons to be fearful and to lose hope in the world. • Life can get chaotic and stressful at times. Sometimes those stresses are magnified during the Christmas season. • There is so much stuff swirling around us that, at times, we can lose hope and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beasts Of The Apocalypse

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

“The Four Beasts of the Apocalypse” Dominion, Division, Depravation, Death.

“The Four Beasts of the Apocalypse” Dominion, Division, Depravation, Death Revelation 6:1-8 And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals, and I heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, Come and see. 2 And I saw, and behold a white horse: and he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8

Denomination: Foursquare

The Ultimate Royalty Wedding!

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 29, 2010

If you know Jesus Christ, the joys that await you exceed your wildest dreams. Excitement and joy awaits us as we begin to recognize what we have in Jesus Christ. We are rich, we are significant, we are secure, and we are royalty.

The Ultimate Royalty Wedding! (Psalm 45) 1. We like to joke about marriage. Married for many years, Paul had been ignored by his wife, Liz, for some days, so eventually he confronted her with what he perceived as the problem. 'Come on Liz, admit it,' he ranted, 'You only married me because my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is This The Fullness Of Time? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Aug 31, 2015

There were signs to point us to the moment of Christ’s First Coming. There are also signs to point us to the moment of his Second Coming.

I will have to admit, the popularity of Groundhog day eludes me. It’s all for laughs and entertainment, and maybe hope that the famous rodent’s shadow might bear some hope that winter will soon be over. People always seem to be looking for a sign. There were signs to point us to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Faithful & Wise Servant Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 17, 2010

The Faithful & Wise servant vs. the Wicked Servant.

In the next couple of weeks, Conrad Black’s venerable lawyer, Miguel Estrada, will enter a courtroom in Chicago to argue for his client’s bail pending his upcoming appeal. He won a unanimous decision in the Supreme Court for his client in a case that few predicted would even reach the nation’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:45-51

Denomination: Other

The Perfect Redeemer : The First Christmas

Contributed by Vicki Williamson on Dec 19, 2017

Several 100 of years before the first Christmas, God promised the redeemer would come.

Several 100 of years before the first Christmas, God promised the redeemer would come. God declares through His prophet Isaiah a promise to a people who say they are God's chosen yet they have turned away from the Living God. Let us read Isaiah 59:20 “The Redeemer will come to Zion (Jerusalem), ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:12-13, Luke 2:25-32, Luke 2:10-14

Jacob’s Ladder

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Mar 28, 2024

On the ladder there are the messengers of God who were traveling up and down, between heaven and earth. They were delivering the people petitions to God in heaven, and they were bringing God’s answers back down to help the people of the earth.  

Genesis 28:12-15 By Pastor J.W.T. Spies   The story of Jacob and his brother Esau is a tangled one, filled with deceit, dishonesty, conspiracy and animosity. Esau despised his birthright, and sold it to brother Jacob for a pot of stew. Jacob then deceived their father and got him to bless him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

"They Shall Know That I Am The Lord.”

Contributed by Lee Houston on Aug 29, 2024

In my years in the pulpit, never a month went by that someone in my flock did not ask some question concerning Biblical prophecy. I am no prophet. However, there are words in Ezekiel words are worthy of consideration.

Title: "They shall know that I am the LORD." Specific purpose: to draw attention to a miracle the world will see Scriptures: Ezekiel 36&37, followed by Ezekiel 38&39 In my years in the pulpit, never a month passed that someone in my flock did not ask a question concerning ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:11-14, Ezekiel 39:12-13