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7 The Disposing Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 26, 2020

This is the 7th of 31 Devotions in a series called 'The Church called Jonah.' These devotions are based on the book of Jonah and are meant to make a comparison between Jonah and The Church of today.

The Disposing Jonah 1:5 – “every man cried out to his god and threw the cargo that was in the ship into the sea, to lighten the load.” And threw the cargo… We just saw how the mariners, each cried out to his god to help them out of the terrible situation they were in. Now we see them going one ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:5, Exodus 14:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Grow In Maturity Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 12, 2024

What does it mean to be mature? There are many different kinds of maturity. Physical, Intellectual, Psychological, above all, Spiritual maturity.

Journey With Jesus: Growing in Maturity Introduction In our journey with Jesus we have studied… -The foundation of the disciple’s life, the Beatitudes. -The source of authority, Jesus is Lord. -The divine help we receive, the Holy Spirit. -The life of service in imitation of Jesus. -The love we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Need A Light?

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Nov 8, 2002

God is the light. How can we live in fellowship with him if we’re struggling with issues of darkness? What’s the solution? 1 John 1:5-2:2

- - - - - - - All scripture quoted is from the New Living Translation of the Bible - - - - - - - I’d like to get going this morning with a little input from you -- input in the form of some agree/disagree statements. If you agree with the statement I want you to give me a thumbs up. If ...read more

Denomination: *other

Seizing Your Divine Moment Series

Contributed by Eric Lenhart on Aug 16, 2010

Taking a risk and stepping our of your comfort zone.

Seizing Your Divine Moment (Ruth 3) Introduction: As we begin today I would like to read a true account of an experience that pastor, speaker, and author, Erwin McManus had in the early years of his ministry. Listen to what he says… “I got a message through the urban grapevine that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Unity Of The Body

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 5, 2019

1) United in God's Kingdom (Ephesians 2:19a) 2) God’s Family (Ephesians 2:19b) and 3) God's Temple (Ephesians 2:20–22).

Ephesians 2:19-22 [19] So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God [20] built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone, [21]in whom the whole structure, being joined ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Other

Unity Of The Body Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 27, 2015

1) United in God’s Kingdom (Ephesians 2:19a) 2) United in God’s Family (Ephesians 2:19b) 3) United in God’s Temple (Ephesians 2:20–22)

Thousands of people each year make the dangerous sea journey from North Africa to Europe's Mediterranean coast, often aboard vessels that are poorly equipped for the trip. Many of them attempt the voyage to flee war and poverty in Africa and the Middle East. A group of passengers, consisting of 105 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Other

The Asecension Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 13, 2021

There are three events in the life of Christ that get an awful lot of publicity: the birth of Jesus, the death of Jesus, and the resurrection of Jesus. We have recognized holidays for each of these: Christmas, Good Friday, and we have Easter. But the Ascension of Jesus is neglected by comparison.

There are three events in the life of Christ that get an awful lot of publicity. There are the birth of Jesus, the death of Jesus, and the resurrection of Jesus. We have recognized holidays for each of these: Christmas, Good Friday, and we have Easter. But the Ascension of Jesus is neglected by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Rebekah And Isaac: Married At First Sight? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 11, 2023

Isaac, son of Abraham, was still grieving over the death of his mother Sarah. His father, Abraham, sent a servant to the land of Abraham's brother to find Isaac a wife. This was a true "Married at First Sight" story!

(Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO, on 2-05-2023. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: This is February and I have to confess I didn’t think we’d ever get out of January! But here we are and the Lord is with us. Now, February is usually known as the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Study Of "The Day Of The Lord” In The Scriptures – All References Part 4 - Joel Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 26, 2022

Joel is the most significant writer on THE DAY OF THE LORD and set the foundation for all other writers, The term "The Day of the LORD" is used frequently in the Old Testament and in a few places in the New Testament. It is God's judgment in the Tribulation, a very dreadful time,

A STUDY OF “THE DAY OF THE LORD” IN THE SCRIPTURES – ALL REFERENCES PART 4 - JOEL The DAY OF THE LORD is “The Day of Jehovah” and its usage is always associated with something dire, with judgement, and with events outside the implementation of man. In other words, it is the intervention of God ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32, Joel 2:25-27, Acts 2:16-20, Matthew 24:29-30, Obadiah 1:17, Matthew 24:23, Joel 3:11-16, Revelation 16:13-14, Joel 3:9-10, Revelation 16:16, Revelation 14:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If The Foundations Are Destroyed

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 30, 2016

The one who follows the Master must focus on Him and His will, proving to be righteous rather than responding to the disintegration of society as do the wicked.

“In the LORD I take refuge; how can you say to my soul, ‘Flee like a bird to your mountain, for behold, the wicked bend the bow; they have fitted their arrow to the string to shoot in the dark at the upright in heart; if the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Child Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 16, 2021

An Advent Meditation on the birth of Christ and what that birth means for mankind.

“To us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Back Shelf

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 2, 2001

What to do when your life gets "put on hold."

Lessons From the Back Shelf (What to do when life gets put on hold) Jeremiah 32-33 December 31, 2000 Back shelf events ¡V now there¡¦s an oxymoron. The words just don¡¦t fit together. The back shelf is where you go to rot. There are no events. It¡¦s where you¡¦re put when the world ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Art Of Servanthood

Contributed by Timothy Lueking on Sep 7, 2001

Why is being a servant of God such an Art?

The Art of Servanthood John 13:1-17 A. Introduction 1. The Water (Anonymous) It was one of the hottest days of the dry season. We had not seen rain in almost a month. The crops were dying. Cows had stopped giving milk. The creeks and streams were long gone back into the earth. It was a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, John 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beattitude 6 Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

pure in heart

Beatitude Series # 6 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ Matt 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God Original date May 15, 1999 Revised June 3, 2001 ’An atheist was spending a quiet day fishing when suddenly his boat was attacked by the Loch Ness monster. In one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Real Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 16, 2002

Moses dramatically changed at one point of his life. How and why did it happen?

OPENING: Arthur Tonne tells of an overnight visitor to the White House during the Coolidge administration. Calvin Coolidge was not one of the warmest people to be around - he was well known for his brevity and taciturn nature. Seated at breakfast with President, the visitor determined to attempt ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ