Sermons on Ritual Bath:

Stop The Bleeding By Faith

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 18, 2018

Faith is a gift of God to which we yield. We need not do mental gymnastics to force ourselves to believing that a healing is going to occur.

13B The players (Gospel Drama Players in today’s first miracle account): Jesus: was not ashamed to be touched by the untouchable, or feel embarrassed to be publicly identified with outcasts. The lady was considered unclean. Just by being out in public, she is violating a social taboo. In fact, by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Catholic

Heaven Is A Marriage Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 24, 2013

Marriage is about the union of two hearts, and in Heaven it is the marriage of Christ and His Church. If we do not see ourselves connected/united to Christ in a covenantal relationship, we will fail to grasp the nature of life after death.

In Revelation 21, John the Apostle sees Heaven as “a bride dressed for her husband.” The Apostle Paul in Ephesians 5 compares the union of husband and wife to that of Christ and the church. We are the Bride of Christ. It’s been said, regarding Heaven, the Bible provides the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

In Remembrance Of Me

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 8, 2020

Each month we take communion to remember Jesus and His great sacrifice. Other's believe that in the Eucharist we actually consume the flesh and blood of Jesus. What does the Scriptures say? What happens communion is unavailable to a believer?

In Remembrance of Me Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34, John 6:51-58, John 3:16-18, Romans 10:9-10, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Did God Complain To His People?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 9, 2024

Micah depicts a court here. God's people are on trial where God is the judge and the people are told what is expected of them.

The book of Micah was written to God’s people, the children of Israel in the Northern Kingdom, and of Judah in the Southern Kingdom. It was written to warn them of the coming judgment from God but to also for them to repent. Throughout the book of Micah, the need for peace and justice in ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Not Offended

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2024

Would we be offended if Jesus critiqued some of our church traditions as being vain? Let’s examine Matthew 15.

Would we be offended if Jesus critiqued some of our church traditions as being vain? Let’s examine Matthew 15. Vain Traditions Was Jesus criticized over a man-made tradition? Then some Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem and said, “Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Live Fully In Christ - Colossians 2:9–10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 16, 2025

Many people today feel empty. Despite full calendars, full bank accounts, full wardrobes—they feel hollow inside. The world promises fulfilment, but it delivers fleeting moments and lasting emptiness.

Go! And Live Fully in Christ - Colossians 2:9–10 (NLT) Opening Prayer Gracious Heavenly Father, We thank You for the power of Your Word and the presence of Your Spirit. We thank You for Jesus—fully God, fully man, our Redeemer, and King. Speak to us now, Lord. Open our minds to truth, our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10, John 1:14, 2 Peter 1:3, Philippians 2:9-11, Romans 10:9, Colossians 2:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And… Renounce The Darkness: Following Christ In A World Of Spiritual Deception Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 30, 2025

The world is fascinated by the spiritual—yet blinded to the truth of the Spirit of God.

Go! And… Renounce the Darkness: Following Christ in a World of Spiritual Deception Key Texts: Exodus 22:20; Leviticus 20:1–5; Deuteronomy 17:2–7; Exodus 22:18; Leviticus 19:31; Leviticus 20:27; Deuteronomy 4:19; Jeremiah 10:2 (NLT) Introduction: A Sobering Warning for Our Times How many of you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:20, Leviticus 19:31, Leviticus 20:27, Leviticus 20:1-5, Deuteronomy 17:2-7, Deuteronomy 4:19, Jeremiah 10:2, Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Colossians 1:13-14, Colossians 2:13-15, 1 John 3:8, Ephesians 5:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living A Life Of Consecration To God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 6, 2024

Consecration is more than a mere commitment; it is a wholehearted dedication of ourselves to God's service. Let's dive into this vital aspect of our Christian walk through three key points, rooted in Scripture, to understand how we can live a consecrated life.

Living a Life of Consecration to God Introduction: Today, we are going to explore a profound and transformative topic: Consecration to God. Consecration is more than a mere commitment; it is a wholehearted dedication of ourselves to God's service. Let's dive into this vital aspect of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Joshua 3:5, James 4:8, John 15:4-5, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Empty Places Become Holy Spaces

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 1, 2025

God works in the empty places to prepare us for the holy.

When Empty Places Become Holy Spaces Hebrews 10:19–22 “Therefore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain… let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Are We To Be An Example Of Evangelism?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 29, 2023

Evangelism is more than just preaching the Gospel. It is the sharing of the teachings of Jesus Christ to others. The individual Christians life should be an example of Christ to the world.

How Are We to Be an Example of Evangelism? 2 Kings 4:8-37 This is the story of how Elisha restores a child to life. This is similar to the story in 1 Kings 17:17-24. What does this story have to do with evangelism? The answer is simple. Someone needed to hear the Word from God, and so God sent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Kingdom Of Growth

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001

As Christians we must constantly seek to grow in Christ

A Kingdom of Growth Matthew 13.31-35 September 28, 1997 Morning Service Introduction I. Experiments of Lord Kelvin: Lord Kelvin was famous for scientific experiments, he created a new temperature scale for extreme temperatures - Kelvin scale, Kelvin once suspended a large piece of metal from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-35, Matthew 13:44-50

Denomination: Church Of God

A Story Of Hope

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 12, 2001

The parable of the weeds gives us hope for the future!

A Story of Hope Matthew 13:24-30 June 2001 24 Jesus told them another parable: "The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field. 25 But while everyone was sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and went away. 26 When the wheat sprouted and formed heads, then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Church Of God

Tradition: Good Or Bad?

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Tradition can be either good or bad.

Thesis: Tradition can be either good or bad. Intro.: 1. Illust. At the Tower of London every afternoon at exactly 4:00 PM there is an interesting ceremony. The Beefeaters, British royalty's ceremonial guards, come out of the tower and feed the raven on the front lawn. There is a legend that as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:15

How To Understand How Death Works Through Adam's Sin

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people would have us believe that man is basically good at heart. Few people seem to understand the power of sin, yet all try to escape its consequences. Paul teaches us an important truth that through the sin of Adam death passed to everyone’s human

1. What do you suppose Paul meant when he wrote, “Death reigned from the time of Adam…even over those who did not sin.” (vs.14) Many people would have us believe that man is basically good at heart. Few people seem to understand the power of sin, yet all try to escape its consequences. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Feminity

Contributed by Linda Hewett on May 13, 2001

This is a ladies devotional.

Femininity Scripture Reading: Song of Songs Key Verse: 4:15 All beautiful you are, my darling; there is no flaw in you. When I was a little girl, I use to dream of being a lady. The world of Little Women, with its gracious manners and old-fashioned, flowing dresses, fascinated me. Softness ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, Song of Songs 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational