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Bench Players!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 21, 2013

Besides skill and gumption, you need patience and character as well to scale hurdles and boulders in our life! It is never going to be smooth and easy all the while! Are you hearing me?

Bench players! 2 Kings 2:9”….Elisha said, "Please let a double portion of your spirit be upon me." Website:http://www.worshipjesusministriestrust.org/ Cricketer Parveez Rasool of Jammu and Kashmir being denied a chance to play for India in all the five ODIs against Zimbabwe recently ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Creative Communion

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010

Communion is always a special day at church. Every time we share it, it is a sacred day of self-examination and spiritual closeness. This week’s communion was more wonderful than I’ve experienced before.

Communion is always a special day at church. It is one of only two ordinances that separate the church from other spiritual organizations. Every time we share it, it is a sacred day of self-examination and spiritual closeness. This week’s communion was more wonderful than I’ve experienced ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Children: The Persistent Liar Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Aug 27, 2017

Lying is one of the most difficult problems to deal with and a major parent-child power struggle - How to deal with Lying Children:

Q: We’re very concerned about our eight-year-old grandson’s lying. He always pleads innocence and wonders plaintively why no one ever believes him. When someone confronts him with some misdeed they saw him do (for example, poking holes in the back door screen), he merely shrugs his shoulders and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Humility Enjoined

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 11, 2014

Humility is very scarce today in the world and in the church, but Christ exhort us that the way of greatness is the way of humility.

HUMILITY ENJOINED STUDY TEXT: Luke 14:7-11 There is scarcity of humility in the world and in the church today, there is equally over- abundance of pride. Everyone loves to be honored, recognized and respected above every other person. But Jesus is teaching us the way of humility as the way to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Comfort!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 18, 2015

At times we don’t need a lecture, we don’t need the ‘Red Sea’ miracle to be narrated, we don’t need a long advice, we don’t need a sermon – all we need when we stand broken, forlorn and discouraged is a kind word,

When you have nowhere to go except to His throne! Psalm 119:50”This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.” At times we don’t need a lecture, we don’t need the ‘Red Sea’ miracle to be narrated, we don’t need a long advice, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:50

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Know Jesus In The Breaking Of The Bread

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 31, 2018

The Church teaches that the Lord’s Day is hallowed by the celebration of Eucharist, and reception of Holy Communion.

Thursday of Easter Week 2018 Was it the way in which Jesus broke the bread and gave the cup? Was it more likely that when He did so, He said, “this is my body; this is my blood”? Whatever it was that made them recognize Jesus in the breaking of bread, the Church has not at any time failed to do ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26, Luke 24:35-48

Denomination: Catholic

"baptism And Salvation."

Contributed by Darrell Campbell on Sep 8, 2022

For centuries there has been a controversy over Baptism, ranging from method to purpose. What is Baptism all about?

In Baptism we identify with Christ. The water has many symbols. Water symbolizes washing, life, even death and resurrection. The greek word for Baptism is, "baptismos." or "baptizo." both words mean to immerse. From this we can understand that the best method is to place a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 30, 2022

We are justified through faith which brought peace with God. God hated the sinners and he had determined to punish them eternally. With the intervention and propitiation of Jesus Christ, we are redeemed and reconciled with God.

Romans 5:1-11 We rejoice Romans 5:1-2 We rejoice in Highest Hope We are justified through faith which brought peace with God. God hated the sinners and he had determined to punish them eternally. With the intervention and propitiation of Jesus Christ, we are redeemed and reconciled with God. So, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Good Foundations, Good Trees, Good Fruit

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 13, 2023

Good trees like figs and peaches and dates produce good fruit. Good men and women produce good actions from the good treasure in their hearts.

Saturday of the 23rd Week in Course 2023 One of the more memorable periods in our married life was the year in which we decided to build a new house in a gated community. That was, no doubt, one of the less intelligent actions we’ve taken in the past half-century, but it certainly taught us a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-49, Psalm 113:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

Remember Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jun 20, 2024

Memory can be a blessing or a curse. When our life changes we can experience confusion, comfort, and or compassion.

I. I See Confusion in our Hearts When a Loved One Dies. 1. The word, “if” in verses 21 & 32. a. Friends said it in verse 37. b. No doubt we have said it, “if only.” 2. But the “ifs” do not enter into God’s timing & God’s Word. a. Hebrews 9:27, It is God’s appointed time. b. Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-15, John 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Nov 18, 2020

The first United States President, George Washington proclaimed Thursday the 26th of November 1789 a day of “public thanksgiving and prayer”

HISTORY - The first United States President, George Washington proclaimed Thursday the 26th of November 1789 a day of “public thanksgiving and prayer” devoted to “the service of that great and glorious Being who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be.” Here are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:1, 2 Corinthians 9:14-15, Psalm 107:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing Battle In Charity Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 12, 2021

Scripture reminds us to contend with others, Christian or not, with charity as our rule of engagement.

Homily for Monday of 11th week in Course 2 Cor 6: 1-10; Mt 5:38-42 There’s an old story that after the battle of Waterloo, someone was speaking to Lord Wellington about the superior courage of his soldiers. He is supposed to have said “our men were not braver than the enemy. They were brave five ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10, Matthew 5:38-41, Psalm 98:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

The Kind Of Division Good For The Church

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Aug 7, 2018

Division among brethren shouldn't divide the church but rather build it from different points

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE KIND OF DIVISION GOOD FOR THE CHURCH Acts 15:36-41 King James Version (KJV) 36 And some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the Lord, and see how they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Charismatic

Thoughts And Memories Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 25, 2024

I'm sure each of us have our own special memories. There is some special deed, word, and/or time spent together. But I also know of the emptiness, sorrow, confusion that comes with the losing of a friend and loved one.

I'm sure each have our own special memories of Tressa. Some special deed, word, time spent together. But I also know of the emptiness, sorrow, confusion that comes with the losing of a friend and loved one. Perhaps the greatest unasked question here this evening is the word why? She was so ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-5, Ecclesiastes 9:5

Denomination: Baptist

Finding God In Our Lives SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

The pursuit of God is based on a decision and motivated by a firm conviction. Reaching this level requires an effort that few are motivated to take. Here is a reflection on what Isaiah speaks about this.

The search for God is a decision motivated by a strong conviction. It requires effort that few are willing to make. In this reflection, we will explore what Isaiah says about seeking God. Isaiah 55:6-7 (NIV) "Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-7

Topics: Faith, Commitment