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The Militant Jesus

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 10, 2020

Jesus came to bring a sword between daughter and mother, son and father. Why? Find out.

7.16.20 Matthew 10:34-39 34 “Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword. 35 For I have come to turn ‘a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law— ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Welcoming The Repentant Sinners (September 8, 2013)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021

Do we rejoice with God and the angels of heaven every time another sinner repents? In Luke 15 , Jesus tells three parables and all three parables end with a celebration. But, not everyone comes to the celebration.

Luke 15:1-10 GNB One day when many tax collectors and other outcasts came to listen to Jesus, (2) the Pharisees and the teachers of the Law started grumbling, "This man welcomes outcasts and even eats with them!" (3) So Jesus told them this parable: (4) "Suppose one of you has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Easter - The Reality Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 2, 2020

The reality of the resurrection is the center piece of the Christian faith. It means the last enemy has been defeated, Hell and the grave has been conquered, the Law has been fulfilled, the sacrifices completed and the justice of God has been completely satisfied.

After the week of passion, who would have ever thought that three days later things could change so drastically? The scene at the tomb was the conclusion of an age old conflict. This was the promised fulfillment of God's plan of redemption and restoration. Finally the walls of separation were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Second Sunday Of Advent Series

Contributed by R Daniel Carlson on Dec 19, 2013

John's message of repentance is still as true for us today as it was 2000 years ago!

Grace, mercy and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. We have entered into a time when rational thinking, reasonableness, honesty, truth, and even humility is considered substandard; considered to be the enemy of progressiveness, seen as distasteful even. We live in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Mary's Story Series

Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Jul 25, 2014

Character Series designed to look at some of the stories that surround the birth of our Savior.

Christmas Stories: All of these people played a part in the larger story... I want to play a part in what God is doing These stories were given to us for an example... Take a look at some of the stories that surround the birth of our Savior... Introduction: Luke 1:30 And the angel said unto ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:30

Denomination: Pentecostal

When The Saints Go Marching In

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 2, 2015

Christians are not isolated individuals who live in the world alone. We are connected. We pause to remember those who have passed on, but in whose memory we hold dear. We also remember their impact on us and our own impact as people of God.

handing it to a clerk at the cash register. “Was it a gift?” asked the clerk. “No, I bought it for myself,” he said, “and I made a mistake. “Didn’t you like the translation? Or the format?” “Oh no,” the man said, “the format was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-31

Denomination: Anglican

Unity In Diversity Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 3, 2021

The largest room in the world is the room for improvement. This is where we are all at. That is why Paul warns us not to think of ourselves more highly than we ought. You can only be a growing Christian if you are aware of the fact that you have a long way to go.

Back in the 1600's William Lantan was the captain of a ship headed for Barbados. A thousand miles off the coast his vessel sprang a leak, and he had the crew take refuge in their longboat. They had a plentiful supply of bread, but little water. After 18 days of drifting they were down to a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5

Verily Verily

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 5, 2025

7 ABSOLUTE CERTAINITIES FROM THE LORD JESUS CHRIST

VERILY VERILY 1. Verily, verily, I say unto you, If a man keep my saying, he shall never see death. 2. Verily, verily, I say unto you, I am the door of the sheep. 3. Verily, verily, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much ...read more

Scripture: John 8:51

Denomination: Pentecostal

Environmental Devastation In End Times

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Oct 29, 2022

The scientists tell us that the world is headed for environmental catastrophe. That's what Revelation says too. What should we think about it?

INTRODUCTION Today we’re returning to Revelation after a month’s break. This is my third talk. I’ve called the series ‘Revelation: The Hard Parts.’ I’m consciously diving into some of the hard parts of Revelation – the parts that preachers generally avoid. But these hard parts are in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Spring: God Is On The Move Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 5, 2022

Spring is the perfect time to rejoice that winter, the dark night of the soul, has ended and new opportunities to serve the Lord are born. In spring one plows, plants and cleans the inside of the cup for His honor and glory!

Spiritual Rhythm Spring: A Fresh Encounter with God Isaiah 35 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Praise be to God; winter does not last forever! In the depths of sorrow and pain that threatens to crush any remembrance of pleasurable times, one finds that the Man of all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Judas - The Voice Of Betrayal PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

Explores the pain of betrayal, how to endure it, and finding God's grace and healing amidst the hurt, using Judas's betrayal as an example.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is another beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here, gathered in His name, to learn and grow in His Word. We are not here by accident; we are here by divine appointment. God has something to say to us today, and it's my humble ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47

Topics: Betrayal

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 3, 2023

Mature Christian will allow the Lord to tame the tongue.

Taming the tongue James 3:1-12 Good morning everyone- We have been in a series “Faith without works is dead” we are in the fourth week of the study. We have looked at Total surrender Being good stewards with what God has given Faith in action And this morning… “taming the tongue.” Don’t tune ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Sermon # 10 - The Things God Detests Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 2, 2024

There are certain pagan practices that God detests, and we are cautioned to not dabble with them. Our protection comes from God alone, and we must be watchful so that we are not deceived by Satan’s cunning ploys.

The incident that we are studying in detail is from Numbers Chapter 23. As the people of Israel progressed towards the Promised Land, the King of Moab out of fear and envy wanted to curse the Israelites, and thereby hoped that he could hinder their advancements. He bribed the Prophet Balaam, and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:9-10, Numbers 23:19-21, Numbers 23:23, Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Exodus 4:1-3, Exodus 7:10-11, 2 Thessalonians 2:9, Exodus 8:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Year C, Proper 3. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 24, 2025

Not used this year.

Isaiah 55:10-13, Psalm 92:1-4, Psalm 92:12-15, 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, Luke 6:39-49. A). THE WORD GOES FORTH. Isaiah 55:10-13. Isaiah 55:10-11 is about God’s words not returning to Him void. At first, we might imagine that God is talking about the weather, with all this talk of rain and snow. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-13, Psalm 92:1-4, Psalm 92:12-15, 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, Luke 6:39-49  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

230 - Whose Plan Is It Anyway? Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Aug 17, 2002

Our plans are destined to fail. God’s plans have a final destination which is to "prevail".

Sermon Study 230 – WHOSE PLAN IS IT ANYWAY? Key Scripture #1: Jer 29:11-13 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Baptist