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Another Thanksgiving Sunday?

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Oct 18, 2008

It is a tradition to celebbrate Thanksgiving Sundays and Harvest Festivals in our Churches. The Lord had given detailed instructions to Moses about these rituals or Liturgy. However, what do all these rituals mean to us? Do they have any significance in t

Another Thanksgiving Sunday? There are some books of the Old testament that are rarely read. Deuteronomy is not too bad. Many of us would have browsed through the book of Deuteronomy some time or the other. However, I am not sure how much each of us will score if we do a Bible Quiz on ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brooksby Remembrance Sunday

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 8, 2008

We must never forget what our peace cost those who never came back

Remembrance Sunday 2008 at Brooksby I would like to focus our thoughts this morning on one verse from Ps 46 Psalm 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength A very help in trouble” For Christians down the centuries, this has been a great source of comfort as they remember the great things that God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Anglican

Back To Church Sunday!

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 30, 2009

A sermon for National Back to Church Sunday adapted in part from the Purpose-Driven /Life. Alliterated and expository from Acts 2. PowerPoint is availble if you e-mail me.

BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL It is so easy to hit the snooze button on Sunday morning when the alarm sounds at seven o'clock, roll over and go back to sleep. Maybe you had every intention of going to church, maybe Sunday School, too...even had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Christian Church

Mission For Palm Sunday

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 1, 2009

Reflecting on the first Palm Sunday, we see that there is no better mission for our lives than to (a) Encounter Adverse Situations (b) Discover what God desires (c) Freedom from Bondage (d) Bring what God desires.

Opening illustration: There is a legend about an ancient village in Spain. The villagers learned that the king would pay a visit! In a thousand years, a king had never come to that village. Excitement grew! "We must throw a big celebration," The villagers all agreed. But, it was a poor village, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Palm Sunday Journey

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 1, 2004

Jesus’ Palm Sunday Journey

1. The road was well known, but this journey was unique. - Jesus had been on this road many times. - Offers Himself as King. “Behold your King is coming to you, lowly and sitting on a donkey” (Matt. 21:5). - We may know our road, but Jesus knows our journey. 2. Why a donkey for this journey? - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Pathway Of Palm Sunday Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004

For others, it was a path, but for Jesus a journey. So, it is with our lives.

THE PATHWAY OF PALM SUNDAY Cornwall April 3, 2004 Read Matthew 21.1-11 If we ask people to describe life, most will depict it in the same way- as a path or a road. The reason is simple: life is like a journey. It’s a voyage from one experience to the next – from one tribulation to triumph and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Prepared - Scout Sunday Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 6, 2005

So, just why did David pick up "5" smooth stones? It was because long before Scouting began, David understood the Scout Motto "Be Prepared"

OPEN: A bricklayer had an accident at work and filed following insurance report: On the day of my accident I was working alone on the roof of a 6-story building. When I completed my work I discovered that I had about 500 pounds of brick left over. Rather than carry the bricks down by hand, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-53

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Palm Sunday?

Contributed by Mark Cooney on May 27, 2006

Palm Sunday defines Jesus’ purpose and how His purpose impacts our lives today.

John 12:12-19 Palm Sunday~April 9, 2006 WHY PALM SUNDAY? Introduction: A little boy was sick on Palm Sunday and stayed home from church with his mother. His father returned from church holding a palm branch. The little boy was curious and asked, "Why do you have that palm branch, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Holiness

C.e. Sunday

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

Christian Education Sunday We honor all our Sunday School Teachers and workers today. More then 1 million were in Sunday School this morning in our Assembly of God Churches. 120,000 volunteers.

Christian Education Sunday We honor all our Sunday School Teachers and workers today. More then 1 million were in Sunday School this morning in our Assembly of God Churches. 120,000 volunteers. Isaiah 55 11 So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazing Grace Sunday

Contributed by Brian Black on Feb 14, 2007

Sermon for Amazing Grace Sunday focusing on the connection between grace and justice.

Today we are celebrating Amazing Grace Sunday which is being observed by approx. 3000 churches around the country. The date was picked to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of slave trade in Great Britain. The leader of this abolition movement was a British politician – Wm. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazing Grace Sunday

Contributed by Clay Gilbreath on Feb 17, 2007

Explores God’s amazing grace. Celebrates the great hymn of faith.

What makes Christianity different? Years ago that question was being discussed at a conference. Some argued that Christianity is unique in teaching that God became man. No, some argued, other religions teach similar doctrines. What about the resurrection? No, other faiths believe that the dead rise ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Amazing Grace Sunday

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Feb 20, 2007

As we celebrate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the British slave trade, God is calling us to abolish modern day slavery

Amazing Grace Sunday February 18, 2007 Exodus 3:7-8 Amazing Grace is probably one of the best loved Hymns of all time. I understand it has been recorded on at least 1100 albums; there are almost 1000 arrangements for the song. After singing the hymn at Woodstock, Arlo Guthrie said “I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:7-8

Denomination: *other

Keep Sunday Special Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 25, 2007

The Sabbath day. Remembrance, relevance, reverence, and resemblance.

The Ten Commandments (4) "Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy". 1. THE REMEMBRANCE OF THE SABBATH "Remember". God knows how quickly man is liable to forget Sunday. Many have forgotten it. Our time belongs to the LORD. He tells us how we are to use it. He allocates time for EMPLOYMENT - ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

The Significance Of Palm Sunday

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 11, 2006

Palm Sunday often gets overlooked under the shadow of Resurrection Sunday. But it is very significant for four important reasons. Also - how do you act when Jesus approaches your life?

The Significance of Palm Sunday Matthew 21:1-11 (spread cloaks on road and cut branches from trees - Hosanna) Mark 11:7-10 (cloaks on road and leafy branches they had cut from the fields – Hosanna) Luke 19:37-40 (“disciples” praised the mighty works, stones would cry out) John 12:12-19 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Celebrating The Sunday School

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 24, 2006

This sermon examines the Biblical purpose that is fulfilled through a Sunday School ministry.

Today, I want to lead you in a celebration of the Sunday School. Why do we promote Sunday School since it is not mentioned in the Bible and Jesus did not establish it? Where did it come from? Sunday School began in the 1700’s in Gloucester, England with a man named Robert Raikes. Mr. Raikes, a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-42

Denomination: Baptist