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Easter And Beyond -Embracing The Mission

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 21, 2022

Where do we go from here? After the resurrection, Jesus showed alive to the disciples for forty days and bodily ascended into the heavens. Now the followers of Jesus must embrace His mission and care for his Church.

Sermon – Easter and beyond - Embracing the Mission Scripture: Matt 28:18-20 “Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. 19 Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 20:28, Acts 1:4, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Methodist

Reflecting And Sharing The Lord's Glory

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Mar 4, 2012

As believers, we have seen the Lord's glory, and we should reflect His radiance to the world.

I. Luke 9:28 a. Christ took Peter, James, and John up with Him by themselves. i. Not all the disciples get to see the same vision. ii. Only closest friends went. If we want to see Jesus glory, we must be close, committed to Him—lukewarm friendship isn’t enough. iii. Not all were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Anglican

The Mind Of The Master Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Jesus was self educated, and was an intellectual of His day. He knew His nations past history well through His study of the Old Testament.

A teacher began his Sunday School class by starting a discussion. He said he was reading in the Bible about a living dog and a dead lion, and he asked the class which they would rather be? There was a pause, and then Jack spoke up and said, "I'd rather be the living dog. It's better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Tactics - Pt. 1 - Before Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 25, 2015

We are instructed to be aware of how our enemy works against us. However, it is also essential to know how God works. We need to learn His tactics so that we won't miss His hand moving in our life.

Tactics Pt. 1 - Before I. Introduction In the New Testament, Paul instructs us to be aware of how our enemy works. In 2 Corinthians 2:11, he says “After all, we don’t want to unwittingly give Satan an opening for yet more mischief—we’re not oblivious to his sly ways!” ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Sep 19, 2015

Exploring the progression of a sinner in the prodigal son: from his wanting independence, which lead to his shame, which lead to his repentance, and his brother's jealousy of his grace received.

The Parable of the Lost Son Introduction: In his book, What’s So Amazing About Grace , Phillip Yancey tells the story of Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway grew up in a very devout evangelical family, and yet there he never experienced the grace of Christ. He lived a libertine life that most of us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Measure A Man

Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 24, 2015

The world measures a man by brains, or by brawn, or by bucks. How do we, as Christians, measure a man? We measure a man by the manner of his life, the message of his life and the motto of his life.

How To Measure A Man Dr. James O. Davis Acts 20 What is the measure of a real man? Let this message grip your heart forever. The apostle Paul is revisiting a strategic mission field. And he comes to Miletus and there he gathers with him the Ephesian elders. And he has a time walking with them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:19-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Prepared!

Contributed by Edward Frey on Nov 22, 2002

We need faith in our Savior for ourselves if we expect to be ready for his return.

Just about every house in America goes through a familiar ritual. This ritual takes place every day of the week. Some of you may be very familiar with it. I call it the "Are you ready yet?" ritual. As the time to leave the house draws near parents begin asking the question, "Are you ready yet?” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Touch And See Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 18, 2021

In the sermon this week Jesus is trying to ground the disciples’ faith in the reality of his presence, in the concreteness of his being.

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER, YEAR B In the sermon this week Jesus is trying to ground the disciples’ faith in the reality of his presence, in the concreteness of his being. He told them to touch him; he ate in front of them. He was announcing that he was real. Jesus was doing something else when he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: United Methodist

"Going Beyond The Resurrection" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 9, 2004

Why do we need to go beyond the resurrection in order to fulfill His purpose for our lives?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree April 18, 2004 “Going Beyond the Resurrection” Rev. 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION: What do we do when the Lenten and Easter Season is over and we have eaten all of the jelly beans and peeled the last colored Easter egg? We have attended various ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

Getting Ready For Our Final Goodbye (Part 2)

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 27, 2007

Paul was ready for his final goodbye, and in these verses he shows us how to get ready.

Getting Ready for Our Final Goodbye (Part 2) Acts 20:17-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Dec. 12, 2007 *Eugene J. Toni is a Vietnam veteran. In 1991, Eugene made a visit to the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. Standing under a full moon, he flipped through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing God Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 30, 2014

If we want to build strong relationships for a strong church with a strong ministry, then we must know God, His hope, His wealth and His power.

A couple of hunters were out in the woods of New Jersey when one of them fell to the ground. He didn’t seem to be breathing, and his eyes were rolled back in his head. Terrified, his friend whipped out a cell phone and dialed 911. “My friend is dead! What can I do?” he cried ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Lord's Landscaping

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

The Lord’s Landscaping Leaves Us 1) Groovin’ in his garden;2) Gardening in his groove.

With the warmer temperatures this week it sure felt as if spring might be right around the corner didn’t it? Perhaps the sultry weather even left some of you itching to get back into your garden or to start working on your yard. Regardless of the weather God is always thinking about gardening and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Truth Of Consequences

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 10, 2013

David's tryst with Bathsheba resulted in numerous consequences. David proved his true character in how he dealt with his sins when Nathan pointed them out to him.

1. Outhouse Consequences A young boy lived in the country. His family had to use an outhouse, which the young boy hated. It was hot in the summer, cold in the winter, and always smelly. The outhouse was located near the creek so the boy decided that he would push it into the water. After a spring ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seven Reasons Why Going To Church Is A Big Deal (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

Jesus is working through His church to bring salvation to a lost generation.

Seven Reasons Why Going To Church Is A Big Deal 3 Part Series (1 of 3) June 22, 2003 Chester, FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Clara Null asked her granddaughter how she liked her first trip to the circus. The little girl said, "Oh, Granny! If you ever went ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord`s House Is A Good Place To Be

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 16, 2017

EVERYWHERE THAT JESUS WENT IN HIS 3 AND A HALF YEARS OF PUBLIC MINISTRY HE ALWAYS SEEMS TO DRAW ATTENTION FOR PEOPLE WE`RE CONSTANLY SCRUTINIZING HIS TEACHING EVALUATING HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS AS WELL AMAZED AT HIS MIRACLES

LUKE 13: 10-17 10.AND HE WAS TEACHING IN ONE OF THE SYNAGOGUES ON THE SABBATH 11.AND BEHOLD ,THERE WAS A WOMAN WHICH HAD A SPIRIT OF IMFIRMITY EIGHTEEN YEARS ,AND WAS BOWED TOGETHER ,AND COULD IN NO WISE LIFT UP HERSELF 12.AND WHEN JESUS SAW HER ,HE CALLED HER TO HIM, AND SAID UNTO HER ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist