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Listening To The Least

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Dec 23, 2021

New Year Reflection

Listening to the Least New Year Reflection Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:16-21. Let us listen to the Word of God for today taken from the Gospel of Saint Luke (Luke 2:16-21): “The shepherds went in haste to Bethlehem and found Mary and Joseph, ? and the infant lying in ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:16-21

Denomination: Other

Embracing Unity In Communion: A Message Of Fellowship And Grace John 17:21 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 26, 2024

A short communion reflection.

Embracing Unity in Communion: A Message of Fellowship and Grace [Begin with a moment of silence or soft music to create a reflective atmosphere.] As we gather around this communion table today, let us open our hearts to the divine presence that surrounds us. In the spirit of unity and fellowship, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reflect The Purposes Of Christmas #2 - Proclaim Freedom For The Prisoners Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 9, 2002

Second in series looking beyond the glitter of the holiday to the purposes of the Messiah.

Reflect the Purposes of Christmas #2 – Proclaim Freedom for the Prisoners and Release for the Oppressed. December 8, 2002 Introduction Today we continue our Christmas series on reflecting the purposes of Christmas, as seen in Luke 4:18-19, which is printed at the top of your bulletin. I’d like ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-17, Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Is The Tsunami God's Judgement? (A Reflection On John 9)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 8, 2007

Do you think that bad things don’t happen to good people? Think again! ...

"As [Jesus] passed by, he saw a man blind from birth. And his disciples asked him, "Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?" Jesus answered, "It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but that the works of God might be displayed in him. We must work the works of ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Reflections On The Lord's Supper From Luther's Small Catechism

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Apr 7, 2010

What a marvelous inheritance Jesus has left us in the Lord's Supper, his last will and testament! Let's reflect on it as guided by Jesus' words which Martin Luther used in the Small Catechism.

Text: Selected Text Theme: Reflections on the Lord's Supper from Luther's Small Catechism The Setting for the Supper Part One: What is the Sacrament of Holy Communion? Part Two: What blessings do we receive through this eating and drinking? Part Three: How can eating and drinking do such ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Blue Christmas: A Reflection From The 137th Psalm

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 12, 2020

Sometimes it is hard for people to be merry in the Christmas season.

Blue Christmas: A Reflection from the 137th Psalm Christmas is supposed to be a season of joy. It is a time we reflect upon the heavenly army singing “Peace on Earth and goodwill to men. Even the world joins in with Christmas lights and parties and singing songs like “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

New Year's Reflection & Preparation

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Dec 30, 2019

As you consider the last 12 months, was it what you expected? Life is turbulent, but our God prepares us for it all. See how the words of Psalm 46 calm troubled hearts, give Godly perspective, and prepare us for the future.

I want you to think back to one year ago, December 29, 2018. At that point in time, what were you expecting or hoping 2019 would bring? Maybe you were hoping that it was going to be the year to lose a few of those unwanted pounds, to start exercising more, to eat healthier. Maybe you hoped that ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Critical Grace Theory - Reflections On The Hyper-Grace Movement

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 11, 2017

What does Hyper-Grace mean to those who walk In it?

There is a growing faction in the church that believes there is a very dangerous and twisted teaching on the grace of God, called “Hyper-Grace,” which in their estimation, takes God’s grace too far and preaches a license to sin because they don’t believe in repentance and are actually against God’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20, Ephesians 2:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon # 32 - Reflecting God's Image Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 28, 2023

We are created in the image of God, and when we choose to reflect His image through our lives we may be hated or even persecuted. Let’s see how God’s justice and righteousness will always prevail over every evil plot of the enemy.

We read in Genesis 1:26, And God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.” (KJV) Why was man ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26, 1 John 3:12, Genesis 37:2, Mark 6:17-18, Mark 3:6, Esther 5:12-14, Esther 6:4, Esther 6:6, Esther 6:10, John 12:26, Esther 6:7-9, Esther 4:16, Acts 12:5, Daniel 3:16-18, 1 Samuel 2:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Ten Commandments: A Reflection For The 3rd Sunday In Lent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 2, 2024

What purpose do the Ten commandments serve in the Church?

The Ten Commandments: A Reflection for the 3rd Sunday in Lent Exodus 20:1–17 NKJV And God spoke all these words, saying: “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. “You shall have no other gods before Me. “You shall not make for yourself a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Celebrating Fatherhood: Reflecting On The Heart Of Our Heavenly Father Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 11, 2024

Father’s Day is a special time to honour and celebrate the fathers in our lives. As we celebrate our earthly fathers, it’s also an opportune moment to reflect on the love and attributes of our Heavenly Father.

Celebrating Fatherhood: Reflecting on the Heart of Our Heavenly Father Father’s Day is a special time to honour and celebrate the fathers in our lives. It’s a day to express our gratitude for their love, sacrifices, and guidance. But as we celebrate our earthly fathers, it’s also an opportune ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4, Psalm 103:13, Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Virtues Of Wonder Woman: Reflections On God’s Attributes Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024

Wonder Woman, with her strength, compassion, and sense of justice, reflects many virtues that align with biblical truths. As we explore her story, we will uncover lessons about God’s power, love, and justice.

The Virtues of Wonder Woman: Reflections on God’s Attributes Introduction Today, I want to take an unconventional yet inspiring approach by looking at what Wonder Woman can teach us about God. Wonder Woman, with her strength, compassion, and sense of justice, reflects many virtues that align with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19-20, 1 John 4:16, Isaiah 30:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Compassion In Action: Reflecting On Modern Applications Of Jesus’ Example Series

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Jul 8, 2024

Is Jesus a strict disciplinarian, or is he a compassionate leader who adapts to the needs of the moment?

Compassion in Action: Reflecting on Modern Applications of Jesus’ Example Intro: Is Jesus a strict disciplinarian, or is he a compassionate leader who adapts to the needs of the moment? Scripture Mark 6:30-34. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, The dual image of Jesus as depicted in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Other

Mirrors

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 30, 2010

Just as a mirror reflects our appearance, our lives are a reflection of who and what we are.

20100627 Title: Mirrors Text: Galatians 5:13-25 Thesis: Just as a mirror reflects our appearance, our lives are a reflection of who we are. Introduction Every morning I roll out of bed and pitter-patter into the bathroom where I look into the mirror over the lavatory and I say to myself, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mirroring Jesus-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 25, 2020

2 of ? Peter calls his audience to mirror/reflect/emulate Christ Jesus. God’s people will strive to intentionally mirror/reflect Christ Jesus. But What of Christ Jesus are God’s people to reflect/mirror? Mirroring Jesus reflects...

MIRRORING/Emulating JESUS-II—1Peter 3:18--4:6 Attention: Trusting Grandma: Johnny was at his first day of school. The teacher starts the day with the pledge of allegiance, & instructs them to put their right hands over their hearts & repeat after her. She looks around the room as she ...read more

Denomination: Baptist