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Seeking The Praise Of God Or Men

Contributed by Paul George on Jun 9, 2006

The subject matter in these verses focuses on giving, praying and fasting. The initial reading of the passage will show that the basic teaching of Jesus will be to avoid the seeking the praise of men and to seek to please God.

Seeking the Praise of God or Men Matthew 6:1-18 The subject matter in these verses focuses on giving, praying and fasting. The initial reading of the passage will show that the basic teaching of Jesus will be to avoid the seeking the praise of men and to seek to please God. The first four verses ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18, Matthew 6:6-18

Denomination: Holiness

12 Ordinary Men - Peter Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 6, 2012

This is a study of Peter based on 12 Ordinary Men. It has a lot of added notes and scripture.

Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. There is also a fill in the blank outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion that I have posted in the series. This is not original but worth posting for study. Twelve Ordinary ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Deacons: God's Men For The Hour Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 5, 2009

This message includes an ordination service for our new deacons follwed by them serving their first Lord’s supper. The message is directed to the new deacons and their responsibilities. The text makes it clear why we need deacons and the valuable work

Deacons: God’s Men for the Hour Acts 6:1-7 We have been studying the book of Acts now for the past ten weeks and it is in this very book that we find the origin of the office of deacon. It is not surprising that deacons were put into place due to problems that had developed in the early church . ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Characters Of Christmas: The Wise Men Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jan 9, 2014

What we learn about gifts from the Wise Men who visited Jesus.

The Characters of Christmas: The Wise (?) Men Matthew 2:1-12 We come to close our series on The Characters of Christmas today with a look at the most misunderstood, or at least most misinterpreted, cast of characters in the entire Christmas story. Like Buddy the Elf walking around New ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

A Few Good (Godly) Men

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 25, 2012

This Father’s day message called the men to recognize the difference between good and godly men - and the NEED for Godly men.

A FEW GOOD GODLY MEN Ezekiel 22:30 The United States Marine Corp clearly states that they want “a few good men.” Honestly only the best of the best make it through their training. We have heard a song written by beloved writer, Bill Gaither, stating that God needs a few good men and this was ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Star & The Wise Men

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 12, 2020

Not only did shepherds see a light on the night Jesus was born, but God made a star appear to men far away so people everywhere would know that His Son had been born.

THE STAR & THE WISE MEN Matt. 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION VIDEO: A. HUMOR 1. I came across a collection of letters that children wrote to Santa Claus. Some of them were pretty good. One said, "Dear Santa, you did not bring me anything good last year. You did not bring me anything good the year ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Corruption Of Men And The Decree Of God. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 26, 2018

It is clear that these verses show how wicked the human race had become, and that God was certainly justified in destroying it and beginning again with Noah and his family.

October 18, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.D.1: The Corruption of Men and the Decree of God. (Genesis 6.1-8) Genesis 6.1-8 1 And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 2 That the sons of God saw the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Act Like Men: Duty

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 21, 2012

We are accepted into God’s Family, but we are appointed to serve. It is our duty as disciples to fulfil the will of the Master.

“Will any one of you who has a servant plowing or keeping sheep say to him when he has come in from the field, ‘Come at once and recline at table’? Will he not rather say to him, ‘Prepare supper for me, and dress properly, and serve me while I eat and drink, and afterward you will eat and drink’? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready To Meet Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 17, 2019

The Time is Now

ARE YOU READY FOR JESUS? LUKE 12:40 1. INTRODUCTION. ISN’T IT AMAZING HOW MUCH TIME WE SPEND GETTING READY FOR VARIOUS AFFAIRS, BUT SPEND SO LITTLE TIME GETTING READY FOR JESUS? PEOPLE WILL SPEND WHAT SEEMS LIKE COUNTLESS HOURS PREPARING FOR DATES, VACATIONS, HOLIDAYS, AND EVEN WORK. AND IF THESE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:40

Denomination: Baptist

Fishers Of Men, Not Aquarium Keepers

Contributed by Mark Adams on Aug 16, 2006

This sermon examines symptoms of "The church that forgot its mission" in Revelation 3. Then Luke 5 is explored as how to remain an active and thriving church.

This morning, I want to talk to you about a church that closed its doors. -Where there had been a living, active family of God, now there’s nothing. -It’s not only the church that has disappeared, but now the entire city lies in ruins. -We understand full well that as Christians, we have God’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Men Of The Bible - John The Baptist Series

Contributed by John Murphy on Oct 25, 2012

We would not think a man like Herod came close to the Kingdom but his closeness to John the Baptist changed all of that

Two months ago we actually looked at two men from the bible. Nehemiah and Ezra. One rebuilt Gods city the other rebuilt Gods people with his statutes. This time I would like to look at two men so different and yet so connected in the bible. The year was 1948 and a young and strange man set up ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Two Men, Two Destinies Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 22, 2008

In the comparision of Adam and Christ, we see JESUS as our redeemer, overcoming in his death the destruction brought by Adam’s sin.

Sermon Notes January 13, 2008 Two Men, Two Destinies Romans 5:12-14 “Was it fair for God to condemn the whole world just for one man’s disobedience?” The SCOFFER objects that if there was such a God, he would not be worthy of worship. The SCEPTIC wonders how such conferred guilt can be fair The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Men Revile You

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jul 9, 2016

IN THIS LAST DAYS, PERSECUTIONS MUST ABIDE BUT LET US NOT BE MOVED FROM OUR LOVE AND TRUST IN JESUS CHRIST BECAUSE OF THE THINGS THAT ONLY KILL THE FLESH AND NOT THE SPIRIT

WHEN MEN REVILE YOU MAIN TEXT: MATTHEW 5:11 “Blessed are you when men shall revile you and persecute you and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake”. LUKE 6:28 “Bless them that curse and pray for them which despitefully use you”. The word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Act Like Men: Steadfast.

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 5, 2012

Endurance is required if we will be courageous in the face of opposition and if we will fulfil the duties Christ assigns.

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Worship According To Wise Men

Contributed by Larry Grant on Dec 23, 2023

When these magi came to worship, they did not worship on the cheap. Their worship cost them something. The wise men gave to Jesus in 3 important ways. They gave of their Time, their Treasure, and their Trust.

Matthew 2:1-12 NKJV “Worship According to Wise Men” December 24, 2023 As we learn how the wise men worship the Lord 2000 years ago, they reveal certain characteristics of worship that should also be true in our own worship today. Their Worship Was Intentional. These men came to Jerusalem for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist