Sermons on Study Guide:

The Theme Of Immigration, In The First Testament

Contributed by John Fruner on Aug 13, 2002

Look at SARAH, HAGAR, NAOMI and RUTH as being agents in bring salvation to God’s people.

THE THEME OF IMMIGRATION, IN THE FIRST TESTAMENT, AS ILLUSTRATED IN THE LIVES OF SARAH, HAGAR, NAOMI and RUTH SARAH (Genesis 12:1-9) Sarah is challenged by God to remove herself from her land and her home, all the places of security, and accompany her husband to a non-specific place. “Go ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:3-10, Genesis 12:13-19

Denomination: Catholic

What Time Is It For You?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 19, 2002

Esther is a great study in God’s hand to save his people. He uses events of history and people he choses to fulfill his will. What’s his plan for you?

The canonization of Esther in the Holy Scriptures has been a hotly debated topic for centuries. While Esther tells of a historic event in the life of God‘s people, it never once mentions God’s name. For all practical purposes Esther is in the Bible to explain the origin of the Jewish celebration ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

La Palmera

Contributed by Jose Cotto on Sep 3, 2002

La palmera nos ayuda a reflexionar sobre las caracteristicas de un creyente maduro.

"El justo florecerá como la palmera; Crecerá como cedro en el Libano.” Salmo 92:12 Vemos a través de las enseñanzas de la Biblia, Dios nos compara con muchas cosas por ejemplo: "Como el siervo brama por las corrientes de las aguas" , "fuerza del búfalo", "sal", "mostaza", "luz", etc. ¿Por qué ?, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The 6th Commandment: Thou Shalt Not Kill!

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Sep 4, 2002

This sermonette is for believers and seekers who might not feel that this commandment applies to them!

Of the many commandments given to Moses, this commandment speaks of the worst sin! 4 simple words, THOU SHALT NOT KILL (or in simpler terms- DO NOT MURDER) Christians especially look at this with a sense of comfort because we realize that we are susceptible to disobeying one of the other ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Baptist

Reach... With A Purpose

Contributed by Don Schultz on Sep 5, 2002

How does the Church respond to the problems piling up in our world? Jesus tells us to reach...

Matthew 28:16-21: REACH There are lots of things going on the world today. The question I have for you this morning is – how is the Church supposed to respond? What are you as a Christian supposed to do? The anniversary of 9/11 is this week, and that anniversary reminds us that our world can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

False Doctrine Leads To Deception

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Sep 7, 2002

Many "Christians" are being led astray by false teaching. We must be careful to hear and know the truth that will keep us from getting caught in the enemies net of delusion and deception.

By: Donna J. Kazenske Most Christians today have no problem discerning that Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, Masons, etc. are teaching false doctrine and leading many astray. However, there are many so-called “Christians” who are not able to discern truth from error. As a result, they have placed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1, Hebrews 13:9

Denomination: *other

The Proceeding Word

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Sep 7, 2002

God’s word can come to us through His written word, through His holy prophets, through dreams and in visions. When the Lord speaks forth His word, the manifestation follows. The word precedes the manifestation.

By: Donna J. Kazenske Matt. 4:4 – He answered and said, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.’ ” Every word that comes forth from the mouth of God is a proceeding word. God’s word can come to us through His written word, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:11, Matthew 4:4

Denomination: *other

Jet Tour Through James Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 27, 2000

Introductory message to the Book of James

A Jet Tour Through James - Practicality INTRODUCTION: James is a call to put faith to work. Mere words will not do. Agreement with a particular creed in not enough. Genuine faith will be displayed in a life that is increasingly maturing in Christ. We are saved by faith alone, but faith that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through Luke Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to the Gospel of Luke

The Gospel According To Luke 1. The Author of the Book - Luke - He was: A. … modest, never using his own name, but being referred to by others as “Luke, the beloved Physician” (Col 4:4); B. … a man of culture and high academic training as a doctor and faithful minister to Paul’s physical ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through Mark Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to the Gospel of Mark

The Gospel According To Mark 1. The Author of the Book - John Mark - He was … A. … a man with 2 names: · John (Hebrew) = “Jehovah has been gracious” · Mark (Roman) = “a large hammer” B. … a young (20) disciple of Jesus at His death. C. … probably the young man who followed Jesus when He was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through Matthew Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to the Gospel of Matthew

The Gospel According To Matthew 1. The Author of the Book - Matthew = “Gift of Jehovah”. He was … A. … a Hebrew, from the tribe of Levi (Mk 2:14; Lu 5:27) B. … a tax-collector (Mat 9:9; Lu 3:12-13; 19:8) C. … personally called to be a disciple by Jesus (Mat 9:9) D. … probably wealthy (Lu ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through Hebrews Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction To Hebrews

HEBREWS - Better INTRODUCTION: Hebrews was the 13th Epistle written by Paul. It was written between Paul’s two Roman imprisonments, as he traveled on his 4th Missionary Journey. After stopping in Ephesus, Paul traveled on to Philippi; but requested Timothy to stay in Ephesus for further ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through 2 Timothy Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction To The Book Of 2 Timothy

2 TIMOTHY - Encouragement INTRODUCTION: 2 Timothy was the last (14th) Epistle written by Paul. Written from a cold, damp, dreary dungeon with execution imminent, it seems almost hard to imagine that it would be a letter on encouragement instead of self-pity. But that is exactly what it is. As ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through Titus Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to Titus

TITUS - Work INTRODUCTION: Titus, the 12th Epistle written by Paul, is one of his shortest. It is a personal Letter to a dear friend and co-laborer. Like 1 Timothy, it was written between Paul’s two Roman imprisonments, as he traveled on his 4th Missionary Journey. Paul obviously visited Crete ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through Philemon Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to Philemon

PHILEMON - Equality INTRODUCTION: Philemon was the 10th Epistle written by Paul. It was one of the four Epistles written by Paul from his Roman jail. It is the smallest and most personal of all Paul’s Letters. It has been called “a postcard with a punch”. It deals with the question, “How do you ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist