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Nonviolence In Early Christian Thought Through The Fourth Century

Contributed by Daniel Keeran on Apr 3, 2019

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find?

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find? First Century There is no example or teaching in the New Testament that Christians can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ransom - Mark 10:45 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 28, 2024

In the entire book of Mark, only one word reveals the reason for Jesus’ death: ransom.

Mark 10:41 When the ten heard about this, they became indignant with James and John. 42 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. 43 Not so with you. Instead, whoever ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45, Matthew 20:28

Failures Flourish Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 31, 2024

If you have failed the Lord, come back to Him. Come for fellowship with the Lord and let Him feed you. Confess your failure to the Lord and let Him affirm you. Commit to following the Lord and let Him restore you.

When Elon Musk started SpaceX in California, he had a dream of safely returning used rocket boosters so they could be used again. This would greatly reduce the cost of space flight. To date, they have been very successful. However, initially there was a lot of failure. Take a look at this YouTube ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Has A Loving Heart For Humanity Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 7, 2024

We can see it... 1. In His witnesses (vs. 5-11). 2. In His way to eternal life (vs. 9-12). 3. In His assuring words (vs. 13).

God Has a Loving Heart for Humanity 1 John 5:5-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared February 7, 2024) MESSAGE: *Christians: Our God, the only true and living God, -- God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is a caring God. He has a compassionate, loving heart for ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Voice Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 19, 2024

One of the greatest benefits of our salvation is the privilege of hearing God speak to us personally

KNOWING THE VOICE OF GOD KEY VERSE: My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. (John 10:27) A. INTRODUCTION One of the greatest benefits of our salvation is the privilege of hearing God speak to us personally. God loves us so much that He sent Jesus to take our place and to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27

Acquired Thru Faith-5(:2a)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 12, 2024

5 of 10. The apostle Peter informs those who are faithful in Christ, that they are amply supplied for godly living. God’s people are amply supplied for godly living thru their faith. But, ?What does Christian faith acquire for God’s people? A provision of God, acquired thru faith in Jesus, is...

ACQUIRED Thru FAITH-V—2Peter 1:2a(:1-4) Attention: The FAITH of God’s people taps into the vast resources that are only available to them by God’s hand. Personal SAVING faith, that is centered in Jesus Christ as Savior & Lord, gains/acquires everything that is essential for living ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2, 2 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

"he Is Risen!" Now What?

Contributed by Robert Walderman on Mar 18, 2024

He is Risen, but we ask, “What now?” What does it mean for us and how does it impact our lives today? Is it just to be an awesome historical event and left there? The answer is no.

HE IS RISEN! (He is Risen indeed!) That is the shouted declaration of triumph and its reaffirming response. The fact that Christ is risen is the pinnacle of our Christian faith. Christianity stands or falls on the resurrection. The Apostle Paul stated; “For what I received I passed on to you ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

What It Means To Be Born Again

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 16, 2024

This Bible study looks at what happens to the individual who has accepted Jesus as his/her Lord and Savior.

What It Means to Be Born Again (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 1:26-28, Romans 5:12, Romans 5:18-21, John 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 7: While We Wait For The Lord’s Return... Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 15, 2023

While we wait, be sure to answer these 4 questions: 1. What gifts do I have from God? (vs. 14-15). 2. Am I gaining all I can for God’s Kingdom? (vs. 16-18). 3. What is our ultimate goal for life? (vs. 19-23). 4. Do I really know God? (vs. 24-30).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 7: While We Wait for the Lord’s Return... The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 25:13-30; Luke 19:11-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 15, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 25:13. Most of you know that by now, it was only 2 or 3 days before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13-30, Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

Loving God Through Trusting Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 27, 2023

Loving God Through Trusting Series: First Love: Forming Our Love for God Brad Bailey – March 12, 2023

Loving God Through Trusting Series: First Love: Forming Our Love for God Brad Bailey – March 12, 2023 Intro Do you remember when someone you consider yourself to love… spouse…parent… friend… when you said… “I want to stagnate this love… ?” “I want my love to fade and fizzle…so that it doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:2-4, Isaiah 55:8-9, 2 Peter 3:9, John 16:33, John 14:1, John 14:16-17, John 14:23, John 14:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sacrifice Of Fools Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 31, 2023

Look past religion, rulers, and riches to the Lord to find real joy in life despite its hardships.

Ron Blue tells the story of a wealthy father, who took his son on a trip to the country to show his son how poor people can be. They spent a couple of days and nights on the farm of what would be considered a very poor family. On their return from the trip, the father asked his son, “How was the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-20, Deuteronomy 23:21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Pure In Heart: The Reward Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 17, 2023

This is the second message in a study of the sixth beatitude. The reward for the pure in heart is that they will "see God." How does that promise relate to the resurrection, and how does it relate to this life? What is biblical impact of seeing God?

Intro We are in a study of the Beatitudes with an interest in how to position ourselves to be revived and enter into his purposes more fully. Last week we began talking about the sixth beatitude. It is recorded in Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God.”i That is our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, 1 John 1:7-10, 1 John 3:2-3, Hebrews 11:27, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Job 23:10, 2 Peter 1:1-7, Psalm 139:23-24, Hebrews 12:14, Ephesians 5:25-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

7 Habits For Growing Believers Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 29, 2024

Over the next few minutes, I’m going to touch on each of these seven habits. I’ll be all over the pages of the Bible. I hope to serve as a catalyst for your personal spiritual growth for the next few moments. I want to encourage you to form some personal habits that shape and focus your life.

In my mother-in-law’s house, there is a really important wall. It’s a wall that has marked our children’s physical growth over the years. When you walk into the guest bedroom and look down at the base of the wall, you see little pencil marks next to dates from years ago. Then as you look eye-level, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 1 Thessalonians 4:18, Luke 18:1-8, Malachi 3:8-9, 1 Thessalonians 3:12, Romans 1:16, Psalm 95:6, Psalm 95:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Revival In God’s Forgiveness

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 8, 2024

1 of 1. King David laid bare his need for God’s forgiveness. Every one of God’s people CAN be a recipient of God’s forgiveness. ?How do we find Revival in God’s Forgiveness? Some(14) traits of those who find Revival in God’s Forgiveness. Those who Find Revival in God’s Forgiveness...

FINDING REVIVAL In GOD’s FORGIVENESS—Psalm 51:1-19 ‘Ps. 51_01-19 REVOut 2024’--point#s 1-4--presented 05/07/2024pm to: Eastside Baptist Church, McColl, SC(Pastor Rev. Roger Williams)--Day 3 of a 4-day Revival. Invitation Hymn--‘Whiter Than Snow’--James ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-4, Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Steps Of Our Savior Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2024

Here’s how: 1. Mimic our Master (vs. 1a). 2. Learn how much we are loved by God (vs. 1b). 3. Love like we are loved by God (vs. 2). 4. Live with godly holiness (vs. 3-7). 5. Walk as children of light (vs. 8-14).

Follow the Steps of Our Savior Jesus Christ Ephesians 5:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared May 22, 2024) BACKGROUND: *We are studying the Apostle Paul's letter to the Church in Ephesus. J. Vernon McGee gave this background: "Around the year 60 A.D. four ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist