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The Watchful Servants Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 3, 2014

Jesus wants us to reflect on what we want to happen when He returns and to prepare our self for it right now. If you want to be prepared for Christ’s return you must prepare yourself through faithfulness.

LUKE 12: 35-40. [PARABLES IN LUKE] THE WATCHFUL SERVANTS [Matthew 25:1-13 / John 12:23-26] Jesus has been teaching principles for kingdom living. He is preparing them for His departure and their ministry. He would be leaving His followers but He promised to return again for them at a future ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:34-40, Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

It Is High Time To Be Awake

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 9, 2022

Today we’re going to look at the danger of sleeping spiritually. Romans 13:12 gives us two reasons: “The night is far spent, the day is at hand.” We are told that this is no time to sleep. It is high time to awake.

Alba 6-6-2022 IT IS HIGH TIME TO AWAKE Romans 13:11-14 They say the average American adult doesn't get enough sleep. Sleeping is a wonderful blessing. It refreshes the body and gives new strength. A Japanese transistor manufacturer scheduled 30-second "yawn breaks" into the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For The Future Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 23, 2023

In Mark 13, Jesus prepared His disciples for two future events: the destruction of Jerusalem and His second coming. The first event would come with warnings, but the second will be a surprise. Readiness and alertness and trust in the Lord were necessary for both.

Introduction A. One day there was an airplane that was having engine trouble, so the pilot instructed the cabin crew to have the passengers take their seats and get prepared for an emergency landing. 1. A few minutes later, the pilot asked the flight attendants if everyone was buckled in and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Battlefield Communication: Prayer Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 13, 2014

Prayer is personal constant communication with our heavenly Father and holy Commander in chief. We cannot stand as Paul tells us unless we are connected in communication by prayer.

Intro: A man’s wife invited some people to dinner. At the table, she turned to our six-year-old daughter and said, "Would you like to say the blessing?" "I wouldn't know what to say," she replied. "Just say what you hear mommy say," the wife said. The daughter bowed her head and said: "Dear ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Ways Of The Rebellious Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 14, 2018

How do we recognize the false teachers that have crept into the Church (Jude 4)? by there actions and their ways.

Let me start by saying that I like things that feel good… • Warm fudge brownies • Driving fast • Telling someone off when they deserve it • Sleeping in late • Lots of Coffee Let me also say that not everything that feels good is good for me. Warm fudge brownies are wonderful … but too much of it ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Capturing The Red Baron

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Oct 30, 2010

A message about the reality of the evil spirit world and how to battle it.

Sermon NOTE: This is an adaptation of David Rigg's message "Don't Be Another Red Baron" with a different outline and emphasis. Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17 Today is Halloween. Tomorrow is All Saints Day. Today is a day about ghosts and goblins and death and everything that the world says ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Sleeping Church

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Apr 2, 2015

Divine opportunities pass us by when we are not watchful, when we are not alert. Wrong decisions are taken when we are not watchful, when we are not discerning. The church strays from her mission and God ordained purpose when we are not watchful.

Introduction During Jesus’ last days on earth something worthy of attention happened at the Garden of Gethsemane. Matthew 26:36 tells us that Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane. Then He told them to sit down at a particular spot while He goes to pray. Jesus then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life's Short Stay Awake (The Parable Of The Serving Master)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 4, 2016

The translation we heard states that the servants are waiting for the master a better translation describes servants who are expecting the master.Waiting is passive, much like waiting for a bus or a cab. Expecting denotes excitement, energy, enthusiasm.

For those not familiar with and Anglican Service; There are four Scripture readings directly before the Message: Today's assigned readings are: Isaiah 1:10-20; Psalm 50:1-8,23-24; Hebrews 11:1-3,8-16 and Luke 12:32-40 Bethlehem and Jerusalem are only 7 miles apart. Bethlehem ... the place of the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:6-8, Luke 11:5-6, Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Anglican

The Role Of A Watchman Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

The role of an intercessor is mirrored in the responsibilities of the ancient watchmen of Jerusalem.

topic: The Role of a Watchman “Pray Without Ceasing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:17) The role of an intercessor is mirrored in the responsibilities of the ancient watchmen of Jerusalem. The watchmen stood guard on the walls of the holy city 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They were the eyes and ears ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Part 10 - Pray Without Ceasing Series

Contributed by Pastor Bruce A. Shields on Nov 16, 2004

Part 10 of the Spiritual warfare - whole armor of God series. Focusing on the power and importance of praying in the Spirit and how it is vital to the armor of God.

Spiritual Warfare – The Whole Armor of God Praying in the Spirit on all occasions (Part 10) † Scripture Reading Ephesians 6:18 “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Bible Church

Encourage One Another Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 9, 2010

To stay encouraged you need to stay focused, stay in fellowship and stay fresh.

ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER A young couple, very much in love, were getting married in church. However, the bride was very nervous about the big occasion and so the Pastor chose one verse that he felt would be a great encouragement to them. The verse was 1 John 4:18 which says: There is no fear in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Feb 2, 2003

When Jesus comes, we must be found prepared and alert.

ARE YOU READY? Matt.25:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. Matt.25 - Parable that stresses importance of being ready for the Return of Jesus 1. Jesus IS coming back, and when he returns will he find you awake and alert or sleeping and slumbering? 2. This is the BIG question from this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Thou Shalt Not Be Afraid Of The Terror..."

Contributed by John Ingham on Jul 22, 2003

9/11 observance or in face of elevated terror alert

“Thou shalt not be afraid of the Terror…,” Psalm 91:5 Preached by Pastor John W. Ingham, 9/15/2002 (Statistics should be updated) We will be having a special observance for the anniversary of 9/11 and as we approach that date there is fear of another ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:5, Amos 9:11-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's Time To Wake Up!

Contributed by Kevin Johnson on Aug 17, 2001

Alerting Christians to our responsibilities in light of the lateness of the hour.

Title: “It’s time to wake up!” Text: Rom. 13:11 Intro. Read text. Talk about alarm clocks. Can I tell you, I don’t like alarm clocks! Why? Because alarm clocks are designed to alert you to the fact that it’s time to get up – more sleep is not an option! Elaborate I believe that spiritually ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Study7 - Revelation Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001

Study seven of the Book of Revelation.

A Remnant” Sardis – This church represents the church age between A.D. 517 to approximately 1800. The meaning of its name is “a remnant” or “those who have escaped”. This church age started with the reformation and takes us into the beginning of the great missionary movement of the church. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Methodist