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The Sacrifice Of The Mass Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 26, 2013

The one sacrifice of Calvary is re-presented daily in the Holy Eucharist--for our sanctification and the salvation of every human.

Monday of 3rd Week in Course January 28, 2013 Sacrosanctum Concilium The sacrifice which the author of the Letter to the Hebrews, the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross, was a single historical event. But we must also acknowledge that from the beginning, the Church has recognized that we make ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:15-28

Denomination: Catholic

Rewards That Keep On Giving! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2018

Some of our rewards are represented by crowns. Whether victors’ garlands or signs of authority — or both— they merit further examination.

Rewards That Keep on Giving! (see note at bottom of page first to suggest that diadems are a sub-category of the broader word garland, which includes but is not limited to a victor's wreath but can be used of royal privilege as well). 1. “More than 40,000 people have claimed 078-05-1120 as their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-26, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20, 1 Peter 5:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Revelation 4:10-11, Matthew 20:20-28, 1 Corinthians 15:40-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Shall Not Misuse The Name Of The Lord Your God

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jun 13, 2018

The people of God should not lift up or carry the name - the character and reputation of the LORD - in a manner that falsely represents him.

The Ten Commandments You Shall Not Misuse the Name of the Lord Your God – Third Commandment June 17, 2018 Exodus 20 Exodus 34 – similar list Deuteronomy 5 Exodus 20:7 NIV "You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name. The 2nd ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Drawing Your Line In The Sand Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Feb 9, 2025

Using the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, we see how to draw lines in the sand that represent standing for truth.

Drawing Your Line in the Sand Book of Daniel Series CCCAG 2-10-2025 Scripture: Daniel 3:8-30 ________________________________________ Introduction: During the Mexican American war, the citizens of the area now known as Texas wanted to be independent from Mexico, so they started a revolution to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-30, Romans 5:3-4, Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 119:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Problematic Faith

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 5, 2024

Peter's faith is representative of many of us who have had an up and down faith journey.

A Problematic Faith Luke 22:31-34 31 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: 32 But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren. 33 And he said unto him, Lord, I am ready to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Unspeakable Gift PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

This sermon explores the indescribable gift of Jesus Christ, emphasizing its transformative power and the immense love of God it represents.

Good morning, my dear friends. We are here today, gathered in the presence of the Lord. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow in our faith. We are here to understand the love of God, a love so deep and so wide that it gave us the most unspeakable gift - our Savior, Jesus Christ. As we gather ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Topics: Unspeakable Gift

Free Indeed

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 20, 2021

Although Juneteenth represents freedom, it also represents how emancipation was remarkably delayed for people who were enslaved in the deepest reaches of the Confederate South– But the Bible says in John 8:36 “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed”.

“Free Indeed” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE: - John 8:36 “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed”. PRAYER: - OPENING:- A little more than a year after the world watched the senseless, heartless, and cold blooded murder of George Floyd, heard of the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Apostolic

Orthodox Christianity Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 4, 2003

The Eastern Orthodox Church has been described as an “unknown world” for most Americans, yet it represents a major segment of Christianity.

World Religions>>Orthodox Christianity -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts The Christian world can be divided into 3 main branches: Catholics, Protestants, and the Orthodox. This 3rd stream has been described as an “unknown world.” It is foreign and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10, 1 Corinthians 15:49

Denomination: Congregational

Drama Ministry.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jan 6, 2004

The prophet is here ordered to represent to him and others by signs and drama that would be proper and powerful to strike the fancy and to affect the mind.

Drama ministry. Ezekiel 4: 1 -- 8. 01/04/04 A few years ago some churches involved drama into their services. I think it works real fine. Now there are some in the churches that doesn’t like drama because they don’t want change. Change in the church services upset some they say we ought to do ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Sons Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 24, 2005

Two kinds of people are represented in the story, a bad attitude can spoil a good act, but God always honors repentance.

The Two Sons Matt. 21:28-32 INTRO.: Jesus was facing the cross. This story was told on Monday before He died on Friday. Huge crowds had hailed Him as He entered Jerusalem the day before. He cast the merchants out of the temple and healed blind and lame sufferers. Then He retreated to Bethany and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

244 - 7 Keys To A Blessed "Happy” New Year

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Jan 4, 2003

A "Happy New Year" for the believer represents a "Blessed New Year". Discover 7 keys to obtaining a blessed new year.

Sermon Study #244 – 7 KEYS TO A BLESSED “HAPPY” NEW YEAR Blessed - in Hebrews: esher = Happy Blessed - in Greek: makarios = Happy 1. Happy are the forgiven. (Psa 32:1) Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Illustrate: There was a little boy visiting his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1

Denomination: Baptist

Symbols Of The Holy Spirit (Part 1 Of 2))

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Oct 30, 2002

The Bible uses various symbols to represent the Holy Spirit. Studying these symbols helps us to better understand the Holy Spirit.

Larry Brincefield, pastorlarry@pastorlarry.net Wednesday, October 23, 2002 Title: "Reading the Note" 1 (Symbols of the Holy Spirit) Text: Acts 2:2, Matthew 3:16 Introduction 1. We focus a lot of attention on God and Jesus. A. and rightfully so... B. but sometimes I wonder if we shortchange ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:2

Denomination: Nazarene

The Three Crosses

Contributed by Bob Whitchurch on Apr 5, 2001

The Two thieves on the crosses represent the response of sinful man to the Cross of Redemption paid in full by Jesus Christ our Saviour.

I. The Cross of Rebellion-Verse 39 A. Distorted Knowledge of Christ, The Messiah 1. Crowd-Verse 35 2. Soldiers-Verse 36-37 Application: Be careful what you accept as Truth. B. Deny his Condition 1. Deceitful heart 2. Pride 3. Self-Center C. Deny his guilt- ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-46

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Your Focus Right

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000

Around the table with Jesus only Mary had the correct focus. This sermon examines all the different foci of those represented.

Updated: 3rd April 2001 (was previously only in ’skeleton’ form) (1) INTRODUCTION: According to Rev 3:20, when we ask Jesus into our lives He comes to feast with us! In this story, there are many people around that table with Jesus but all with a different ’FOCUS’ - Mary is seen as having the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: *other

Responding To The Call

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Feb 26, 2012

The Lord calls each of us to be his representatives to the world, sharing his life to those around us in a peculiar way.

“The time has come.” What is this time that has come? The time that has come is the fulfillment of Israel. From the cut off, burned out stump of Jesse, a shoot arose; from that shoot a single flower blossomed, producing a seed. Which seed fell to the ground, and thence arose a new ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Anglican