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He Restoreth My Soul Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

How is it that sheep under such great care of the shepherd would need to be restored?

He Restoreth My Soul Psalms 23:1-6 In our study of the 23rd Psalms we should reminded that these are the words of the sheep who speaks of the care that is given by the Shepherd. It is a great reflection of the relationship the sheep has with it Shepherd. • The Shepherd makes me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Inclusiveness Of The Church Age

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 20, 2020

ALL who are in Christ Jesus are accepted by God. We have no right to refuse any whom God has received.

THE INCLUSIVENESS OF THE CHURCH AGE. Isaiah 56:1, Isaiah 56:6-8. The idea here seems to be that the community of God’s people should “preserve justice and do righteousness” (Isaiah 56:1). The reason is not far to seek: “for My salvation is near to come, and My righteousness to be revealed”. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1, Isaiah 56:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Education In Ethics Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

When it comes to church ethics God sets the standards. He calls us to proper behavior, right living and Godly conduct.

AN EDUCATION IN ETHICS I CORINTHIANS 5-7 INTRODUCTION: The word “ethical” is foreign to some church people and some preachers! Ethics = conforming to the standards of conduct of a given profession or group. When it comes to church ethics God sets the standards. He calls us to proper behavior, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing Fruit

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 20, 2019

Where is God when bad things happen? Are people who die in calamities and atrocities just getting what they deserve? Let’s discuss time and chance, and God giving us one last chance to repent. Let’s look at what Jesus said in Luke 13:1-9.

Where is God when bad things happen? Are people who die in calamities and atrocities just getting what they deserve? Let’s discuss time and chance, and God giving us one last chance to repent. Let’s look at what Jesus said in Luke 13:1-9. Unless You Repent Luke 13:1-3 Now on the same occasion ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Religious Freedom, Fundamental Human Right Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 9, 2016

Religious freedom is a fundamental human right that is not restricted to the confines of a church.

Thursday in Third Week of Easter 2016 Joy of the Gospel Those of us who are blessed to be in the Catholic church for many decades tend to take for granted our sacramental realities, especially the Blessed Eucharist. I recall reading about a Muslim who, though totally without faith in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Catholic

Man Cave

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 12, 2013

The sermon is based on what should be in a believers Man Cave such as stuff that prolongs life, love and faithfulness should be in their, that which we should remember should be there, the trophies that hang on our wall, and who we should be calling on.

Man Caves Proverbs 3:1-12 A Man Cave is a place for real men and where real men hang out Some things men desire in their man caves: 1. One important item is a Big Screen TV and I mean Big. Moto Go big or go home 2. Must have a giant ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Holy People Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 27, 2012

The call to be the New Israel is a call to holiness and mission.

Monday of 30th Week in Course Lumen Gentium The Fathers of the Council looked at the Church from every direction, and gave us teaching on all the names of the Church. It seems to me that their favorite name for the Church is “People of God.” It, more than any other, shows the ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Epiphany O Godhead Hid

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Jan 1, 2018

The Wise Men seek the child Jesus and travel a long way from the East following a star, they even have to seek advice from King Herod to find Him. Its a little like a children's game of Hide and Seek.

O GODHEAD HID. MATT. 2:1-12. One of the most popular games among children has to be hide-and-seek - the rules are very simple. One child closes their eyes and counts to a hundred, while all the others hide - "Are you ready? Here I come." And one by one they are sought out from their hiding places ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Jesus's Prayer At Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 6, 2017

Why did jesus pray and should we follow his example?

Let’s continue our worship by reading and learning from the Gospel of Mark 14; open your Bibles there , page…. We will focus this morning on the prayer of our Lord Jesus Christ but let us read the entire passage Mark 14:27-51……. There are actually 3 main stories in this passage, the actions of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-51

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Sequence Of Sayings

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 12, 2018

A reward for those who welcome Jesus' disciples. A warning for those who lead them astray.

A SEQUENCE OF SAYINGS. Mark 9:38-50. 1. John informed Jesus of “one casting out devils in Your name; and we forbad him because he follows not with us” (Mark 9:38). Perhaps John’s jealousy was fired by the failure of the nine members of the team who - whilst Jesus, Peter, James and John ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Day Of Decision

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016

Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

DAY OF DECISION Hebrews 11:24-27 INTRODUCTION: Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. Joshua 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

New Signs, New Perception

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Mar 14, 2016

Don’t let your fears prevent you from doing what God asks of you. It is not our job to determine results. It is our job to obey. God will take care of the results. He will fulfill what He has promised.

When Jesus was arrested, Peter was solely afraid to the bones. He and the rest of the disciples went into hiding. He was not at the place Jesus was crucified. In fact, Peter denied ever knowing Jesus 3 times. He did not want to be associated with Jesus. But now we see peter proclaiming the name of ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Charismatic

Remaining Faithful To Chris Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 17, 2016

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 14 Remaining Faithful To Christ Colossians 2:6-7 David Taylor August 9, 2015

The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 14 Remaining Faithful To Christ Colossians 2:6-7 David Taylor August 9, 2015 We are back in Colossians for the next several weeks to finish our series, “The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ.” I want to back track today to 2:6-7 and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 27. The Display Of The Correct Attitude (James 4:15) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

“Instead, you ought to say, "If it is the Lord's will, we will live and do this or that."

COMMENTARY Lesson 27. THE DISPLAY OF THE CORRECT ATTITUDE (James 4:15) “Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.” A Christian man in making his plans ought to acknowledge his dependence upon God and say in his heart, “If it is the Lord’s will” – I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:15

Denomination: Baptist

"what To Do When Questions Are Many Than Answers"

Contributed by Rev. Mark Orwa on May 6, 2020

Denomination: Presbyterian.

Intro. In life we all experience disappointment at some point. We are disappointed by things, by events, and by people. Whenever we’re in such disappointment situations, many tend to think that its God who has abandoned them. In our sermon this morning I want to talk about what to do when we have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed