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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
The beautiful truth of Christ's mission is that God was not just content to contain darkness or to hold it at bay for a while. Instead, he pierced the heart of it and conquered it on our behalf.
INTRODUCTION The passage just read is probably one of my favorite Christmas passages from one of my favorite books of the Bible. In fact, it is one of the reasons Isaiah has sometimes been called the “fifth gospel”, because between this, 7:14, 11:1-9, and chapter 53, we have an almost complete ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7
Denomination: Nazarene
Bravery is a hallmark of a Christian. A true follower of Jesus is brave and bold. They know God is with them.
"Leonidas, King of Sparta, was preparing to make a stand with his Greek troops against the Persian army in 480 B.C. when a Persian envoy arrived. The man urged on Leonidas the futility of trying to resist the advance of the huge Persian army. "Our archers are so numerous," said the ...read more
Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8
Denomination: Salvation Army
Explores the transformative power of faith, using the Gospel of John to illustrate how skepticism can lead to discovery and growth in belief.
Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, it is a joyous occasion to gather in this sacred sanctuary today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to partake in a feast of faith, a banquet of belief, a communion of conviction. It is always a privilege to share the Word of God ...read more
Scripture: John 1:43-51
Topics: Skepticism, Faith
This is a devotional given to my leadership board for the month of November.
How to Handle Difficult Times Selected Passages November 13, 2001 Three Ways to handle difficult times I. Be Thankful 16 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 A. God has blessed us The ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Mark 12:30-31
Denomination: Church Of God
Is it risky to step out and try to rescue someone? Oh, it sure is. Just ask Jesus. But if He could die for those people we know, how can we not at least tell them that He died for them?
MISSING YOUR MISSION Text: 2 Kings 7:9 I heard Adrian Rogers tell a story. A lady was driving down the highway when she came upon the scene of a terrible accident. She got out of the car, and she saw this driver who had been thrown from the car. He was seriously injured, and he was bleeding ...read more
Scripture: 2 Kings 7:9
Denomination: Assembly Of God
Keeping our eyes focused on what we are called to be as a child of God.
Today I received a call for help – didn’t want a Thanksgiving basket (that’s been what a lot of calls have been for) – just wanted everyday food. I know we have those who abuse – at times you wonder – as a boy I remember a homeless man. Wise preacher walked over and shook his hand, after he left ...read more
Scripture: Mark 6:30-42
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Make sure you try and wait and when the time has come, hopefully the Holy Spirit calls you to be like a prophet to someone and give him or her a new direction and bring him or her to the God of Israel.
Glory for the people Israel - On the 1st day of Christmas my true love gave to me A Partridge in a Pear Tree - On the 11th day of Christmas my true love gave to me Eleven Pipers Piping - 12 Days of Christmas Song - 11th Day: 11 Pipers piping, the 11 faithful Apostles - Total of 12 Apostles ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:21-40
Denomination: Congregational
You must actually go through some turbulent waters, in order to understand this ‘perfect peace’!
Perfect peace! Isaiah 26:3”You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.” About the unusual blunders that Viswanathan Anand committed during the World Chess championship, Magnus Carlsen said: “It really has to do with being put under ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 26:3
Denomination: Pentecostal
Beware when you might consider it right to move in another direction!
How Far Will Some People Go at Times to Run Away From God? We come to Jonah Chapter 1 and verse 3, where, having been called by God, and having been given a very real work to do, Jonah arose, and he begins to run away from God – disobedient and reluctant. He should have gone east – ...read more
Scripture: Jonah 1:1-4
Denomination: Apostolic
We need to know how to dress as Christians
How To Dress For Success Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: Say yes to the dress. Well, what should I wear? That all depends on the season, occasion, resources, style and preference. If you’re going to the prom – get a tux or formal. If you’re going to play a sport – dress accordingly. What ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18
Denomination: Baptist
Christ Jesus can be known to us in the common places of our lives.
Luke 24: 13 - 35 Intro: The story is told of a woman of modest means who received a letter from Jesus informing her of his impending visit. She cleaned her small home, took what money she had and purchased food to fix and serve Jesus when he arrived. One the way home from the store, she met a ...read more
Scripture: Luke 24:13-35
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Jesus knows ordinary folk need rest, help, healing, and he also knows they need compassion.
The Average American Mark 6:30-34, 53-56 1. Average folk that’s who and what we are • Average folk live normal lives • Average folk work mostly blue collar jobs • Average folk are concerned and caring • Average folk Believe in God, and goes to church at least 2 or 3 times a ...read more
Scripture: Mark 6:30-56
Denomination: Methodist
Embrace Progress is a directive from God, who foresees the potential for advancement and growth in our lives.
When we hear statements, they are usually made with a purpose in mind. This is especially true when it is the Almighty God speaking, as His words hold great power and creativity (John 1:1-3). Today, I bring you a command from God that you must obey. You are at a critical point in your life where ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 14:15-17
Topics: Faith, Progress, God's Command
What Can We Learn From the Priorities of the Savior’s Lifestyle?
Prayer and Ministry: Like A Horse and Carriage (Mark 1:35-45) All believers are to have a ministry. Matt. 5:16ff, "Let your light so shine…" Question: What Can We Learn From the Priorities of the Savior’s Lifestyle? I. Our Own Spiritual Health Is the Basis for Our Ministry (35) 1. At ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:35-45
Denomination: Independent/Bible
The progression of satanic footholds.
Footholds Ephesians 4:25-32 Ephesians 4:25-32 25 Therefore, putting away lying, "Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor," for we are members of one another. 26 "Be angry, and do not sin": do not let the sun go down on your wrath, 27 nor give place to the devil. 28 Let him who stole ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32
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