Sermons on Sacred Tension:

Levitical Duties (Numbers 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 4, 2024

How does the tabernacle picture New Jerusalem? Let's look at Numbers 4.

How many sub-tribes were the Levites divided into? How were the duties of Kohath, Gershon and Merari organized? Did this foreshadow an eternal tabernacle? Let’s look at Numbers 4. What were the responsibilities of the Levitical tribe of Kohath in the tent of meeting? What were their ages of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Third Sunday Of Advent, Year C: Advent Joy On Gaudete Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 21, 2024

How many admonishing or warning songs or hymns can you find?

Today the Church takes a break from the penitential color violet (often referred to as purple) which symbolizes penance particularly because Pilate dressed Jesus in a purple robe to mock his kingship. Today, however, is Gaudete Sunday and the color is Rose (often referred to as pink) as we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:10-18

Denomination: Catholic

Sanctification

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 1, 2016

A breif sermon on sanctification. Justification is the work of God FOR us Sanctification is the work of God IN us Regeneration the impartation of a new Nature Sanctification in the destruction of the Old Nature

Sermon Our Sanctification I Thes 4:3 Justification is the work of God FOR us Sanctification is the work of God IN us Regeneration the impartation of a new Nature Sanctification in the destruction of the Old Nature I. The Nature of Sanctification a. A consecrating I Chron 29:5 – i. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Midnight Prayer Is Unlocking God's Plan For Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 4, 2024

In today's message, we explore the transformative power of midnight prayer...

In today's message, we explore the transformative power of midnight prayer, specifically between 3am and 4am, and its connection to God's plan for marriage. The Significance of Midnight Prayer: Jesus taught us to pray in secret, and midnight is a sacred time for intimate communion with God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:62, Matthew 6:6

The Lord Our King Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

The LORD our King

Psalm 47: 1-9 The LORD our King God had moved against the Assyrians, killing 185,000 in the night. I. The Grace in His Provision - (1-4) A. Their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 47:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

I’m Outta Here Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 26, 2015

A study of the book of 1 Samuel 4: 1 – 22

1 Samuel 4: 1 – 22 I’m Outta Here 1 And the word of Samuel came to all Israel. Now Israel went out to battle against the Philistines, and encamped beside Ebenezer; and the Philistines encamped in Aphek. 2 Then the Philistines put themselves in battle array against Israel. And when they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Fetching The Ark

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 6, 2018

In Eli's day, Israel was in a low spiritual state. When they lost a battle with the Philistines, Instead of repenting and reentering the battle with God's favor, they used the Ark of the Covenant as a magical box to defeat their enemy. Didn't work!!!

Richard Tow 4.21.18 Background: Our story this morning begins with two children who grew up in a pastor’s home. These boys were born into a long line of preachers. They grew up hearing about the Lord every day of their lives. In fact, when they were grown they too went into full-time ministry. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:6-7

Denomination: Charismatic

Cross-Cultural Counseling

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Cross-Cultural Counseling

Cross-Cultural Counseling Case Study - Japheth felt that with interpersonal skills he acquired at the university, he could easily counsel with the people in his government office. However, as the weeks rolled into months, he became embroiled in a controversial relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Dramedy Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Sep 27, 2004

In strife or in humorous situations, God is still in control.

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 12:1-25 TITLE: “GOD’S DRAMEDY” INTRODUCTION: A. Are you confused by the title of this message? 1. It’s probably because you’ve never heard the term dramedy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Looking For?

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 30, 2003

Are you living your life with the rapture in mind? He just might come today.

Paul says in his epistle to Titus - it is the grace of God that brings salvation to you and it is available to everybody. He goes on to say that the same grace that brought salvation teaches you to live a godly, righteous and holy life in this present world. The world pokes fun at those who live ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace Pottage Hot Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 19, 2003

What is peace, how do we get it, and what are the consequences if we do not obtain authentic peace?

Peace. All I want is an hour of peace! If I could just shut out the noise, pull the plug on the telephone, and send everybody packing for a couple of days, I’d be all right. Have you ever said that? Have you ever felt as though you were on the very edge of falling into an abyss? You were in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Taste Of Heaven - Healing.

Contributed by Roger Spackman on Nov 7, 2005

What you always wanted to know, but were too afraid to ask! Powerful and balanced Bible sermon on the misunderstood topic of healing. Sometimes it takes greater faith to still believe in a healing God - and die, than it does to be healed! PP Slides avail.

(Note: I’m sure some of this material is gleaned from Willow Creek - I remembered some of the illustrations from decades ago - before I was a full time pastor.) A taste of heaven - healing - what you always wanted to know, but were too afraid to ask! You’ve heard it said, and you know it to be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 140:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What The Master Knew

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Nov 9, 2005

(Parable of the Talents) Our God has already given us everything we need for life and godliness. We need to recognize that, and do something about it!

Title: “What the Master Knew” Text: Matthew 25:14-20 I suspect if you’ve been in church for more than a few years you’ve heard of Jim Elliott. As a young seminarian at Wheaton in 1949, he was considered a bright and rising star, very well-liked and destined to go far. In 1955, he became a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Aspects Of Love Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Jan 21, 2005

Christians often wonder what God’s will for their life is. While we expend great effort in seeking God’s will, we often miss the obvious as contained in the Bible. This sermon looks at practical ways we can help fulfil God’s will for us to love our neig

What am I supposed to do? What is God’s will for my life? Have you ever wondered what God wants you to do with your life? Have you ever spoken with other Christians who say “I wish God would tell me what He wants me to do with my life, then I’ll do it!” Have you ever seen Christians paralysed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Rx For The Soul - Relieving Stress Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 9, 2003

Stress is a common emotion in every person’s life, but God said we should not allow it dominate our lives and gave us, in the life of Jesus, an example of how to deal with the anxieties and worries that bring stress into our lives.

OPEN: An elderly mountain farmer had been involved in an accident between his mule-drawn wagon and an car driven by another man. Now, the farmer was suing the driver, claiming personal injuries as a result of the accident. When the farmer was on the stand, the attorney for the driver of the car ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ