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I'll Be Home For Christmas

Contributed by Joseph Comage on Oct 31, 2006

It is so wonderful to be home for Christmas and enjoy the love and fellowship of friends and family. Jesus has a home waiting for us like that.

I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS Micah 5:2 2 "But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of you shall come forth to Me the One to be Ruler in Israel, whose goings forth are from of old, from everlasting." (NKJ) We have so many different memories when we ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Among Us Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 6, 2009

The God of all creation pours his grace into our lives through the birth of Jesus, the gift of faith, and inclusion into his family

John 1:10-18 “God Among Us” INTRODUCTION As many know, Faye and I will become grandparents in May. In preparation for this exciting event, Faye decided to send a baby quilt to our son, Ryan. This, however, was no ordinary baby quilt. It was the quilt that Faye’s mother had made for Ryan when ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Great Love Witnessed In The Seven Sayings Of Christ While On The Cross

Contributed by Thomas Gaskill on May 7, 2011

Love of Christ towards enemies, criminal, family, God the Father, and us is witnessed in His seven final sayings while on the cross.

Great Love Witnessed in the Seven Sayings of Christ While On the Cross by Thomas A. Gaskill Good Friday Service, April 22, 2011 Slate Valley Baptist Church – Oxford, Kansas [[Background: Agapao is one of the four main Greek verbs for love. It and derivatives of it are the most common Greek ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Eulogy J. Green

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 7, 2012

This is the funeral of a 19 year old who was tragically shot and killed. His family was not a part of a church. The funeral was attended mainly by unbelievers.

Eulogy J. Green John 14:1-14:8 It was on August 30, 1993, that God decided, this is the day to send the world another gift to touch the lives of others. No doubt his Mom was the first to feel the full impact of that gift as she suffered labor pains. But ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Called To Worship

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Dec 7, 2013

From the Old Testament right down to today, Worship of God is an important and powerful part of our lives as believers and as Church families.

CALLED TO WORSHIP Pastor Eric J. Hanson June 30, 2013 Read I Chronicles 16:23-36 & Psalm 150. From the very beginning days of Hosanna Church, God has called us to embrace the Worship of God. Many years ago, we got past the so-called “Worship Wars” stage of such a transition. In 1970, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

People Of The Covenant Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 10, 2014

In the midst of judgment, The Lord moves to establish a Covenant with Noah, his family, and the animals of the ark. Out of death and destruction there is new life.

Genesis 6:8-22, 9:8-15 “People of the Covenant” INTRODUCTION One of the best known Bible stories is the story about Noah and the flood. Recently Hollywood made a movie that was loosely based on the story and that featured Russell Crowe. That’s just the latest in a long list ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Uprooting Bitter Roots 1 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 14, 2018

This message addresses the second deadly virus in the family - Bitterness. These messages were also part of a series on Future Focus Present Faithfulness.

“Uprooting Bitter Roots” Hebrews 12 addresses three specific life goals to consider as individuals and as a church family. It is my hope that they will guide the direction of our church family throughout the year. a) Promote Healing among the body b) Pursue peace with ALL men c) Pursue purity ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18, James 4:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Eulogy Richard Cheeks Sr.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 13, 2011

Mr. Cheeks was a man who loved his family, but showed very little indication of acting upon a childhood profession of faith.

Eulogy Richard Cheeks Sr. by Rick Gillespie- Mobley John 14:1-14:7 Richard Cheeks was sent by God into this world on February 23, 1930. God had filled him with an abundance of possibilities for his life, but much of it would depend on the choices that Richard would choose to make. The same God ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Miracle In The Prison Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 3, 2020

God sent the earthquake not to free the prisoners from bondage (physically) but to set the jailer and his family free from their bondage (spiritually).

Good morning. We saw last week how the Lord led Paul, Silas, Timothy and Luke from Asia to Europe and to this leading city of Macedonia, Philippi. • Through them, the Gospel reached Lydia, the businesswoman, and her household. • It was made possible by the providence of God. God’s work in Philippi ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Self-Esteem Or God-Esteem? Lesson 3 - Four Ways To Improve Your Self-Image Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 10, 2020

A. Knowing Yourself B. Diagnosing The Real Problem C. Tracing Your Family Tree D. Understanding Your Roots

III. FOUR WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR SELF-IMAGE. A. Knowing Yourself. Many Christians seek pity, understanding, and compassion from the pastor and their fellow church members, but they are not looking for answers. QUESTION: When can we say to our world that Jesus is the answer to their deepest ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:17, Romans 7:18, Romans 7:24, Philippians 3:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Home

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 21, 2014

This is a funeral service for an elderly gentleman who lived in another state at the time of his death. The family brought him "home" to be buried.

I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live; and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. John 11:25 1. The Funeral is a universal custom. It is our attempt to: a. Remember b. Honor c. Offer Comfort d. Prepare 2. Funerals remind us ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"how Great Thou Art" - Homily For Funeral Of A Believer

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 11, 2024

This is a funeral for an elderly woman who passed into God's presence. Her family were not, generally, followers of Jesus.

"How Great Thou Art" - Homily for funeral of a Believer - John 3:13-17 Laurie found room in her life for faith and like for every person, faith is a journey. Spirituality is a journey. There are things in our lives that happen that focus and refine our faith so that it is strengthened. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:13-17, Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building According To God's Pattern

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

As believers, whether we are building our lives, families, ministries, or careers, we must seek and follow God’s pattern.

BUILDING ACCORDING TO GOD'S PATTERN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 25:40 "And look that thou make them after their pattern, which was shewed thee in the mount." Supporting Texts: Hebrews 8:5, 1 Chronicles 28:11-12, Matthew 7:24-27, 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wise And Foolish Builders

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Sep 2, 2022

Jesus asks us to listen to His words and apply the truth in your family even before the storm hits in your life.

Some years ago, one of our church members asked me to go with him and find a house for him. We went to different neighborhoods, all sorts of towns, and several places. — After a long search, He finally found a home he liked. But there was a problem in the house. There was a crack on the plaster of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shepherding The Flock Of God Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 9, 2007

1) What are the issues in shepherding? 2) Who must be shepherded? 3) How must shepherding be done? 4) Why should shepherds serve?

According to several confirmed sources across denominational lines: Today: in regards to: Pastors: -Fifteen hundred pastors leave the ministry each month due to moral failure, spiritual burnout or contention in their churches. -Four thousand new churches begin each year, but over seven thousand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Other