Sermons on Take Heed:

Forgive!

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 5, 2024

Jesus tells us that we MUST forgive. We have a fundamental moral obligation to forgive. There is a terrible consequence if we don't forgive. But what does it mean to forgive?

INTRODUCTION Today we’re looking at a passage about forgiveness. It may be the longest passage about forgiveness in the Bible and it’s extremely important. Forgiveness is a God-quality. It’s at the heart of what God is like. We find it very tough to do. But in this teaching, Jesus demands that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

An Imperfect Family Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: AN IMPERFECT FAMILY A. Today we are beginning our Summer Sermon Series about the LIFE of Joseph from Genesis 37-50, titled: “WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS.” Today we’ll be looking at Joseph’s “IMPERFECT FAMILY”. 1. Of course, the theme: “When Life is the Pits”, is DERIVED ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Daunting Disappointment Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: DAUNTING DISAPPOINTMENT A. We have been following the life of Joseph for the past few weeks in a series I’ve titled: “WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS”. 1. Thus far we have seen some of the PITS that Joseph has found himself in, not only in a literal PIT but… a. The PIT of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Calling Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on May 12, 2024

God calls us to be holy as He is holy. Is this even possible? Consider these thoughts about how we are holy.

From the beginning of time, God has desired to have a relationship with people. We saw it as we looked at the new creation when God placed everything under mankind’s dominion. It was evident as we looked at the new life as we saw how God provided even after people messed things up by listening to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Face Of An Angel: Stephen Is Arrested

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 14, 2024

They could overpower the person of Stephen but not his testimony.

The Face of an Angel: Stephen is Arrested Acts 6:8–15 NKJV And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and signs among the people. Then there arose some from what is called the Synagogue of the Freedmen (Cyrenians, Alexandrians, and those from Cilicia and Asia), disputing with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION LORD OF THE SABBATH A. Mark 2:23-24 (READ) 1. Over the years STATES and CITIES have had some very strange LAWS on their BOOKS. a. In Florida, a woman may be fined for falling asleep under a hair dryer. b. In Indiana, citizens are not allowed to attend a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:21-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Family Systems

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 10, 2024

A sermon for the season of Pentecost B, Lectionary 10

June 9, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 3:20-35 Family Systems Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. A carnival director interviewed a young man who was an aspiring magician. The director asked him, “So tell me, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Lutheran

John The Authoritative Apostle Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jun 10, 2024

John starts his letter with a declaration of authority and an invitation to know you have eternal life because you have heard, seen, looked and felt the touch of the Word who was from the beginning.

You can listen to this sermon here:- https://www.npbc.org.au/podcasts/media 1 John 1:1-4 “John the Authoritative Author” This morning is the first in a 12 week sermon series on John’s Epistles. At the beginning of a series like this it helps to have an understanding of the historical background ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Forward

Contributed by Michael Brown on Jun 11, 2024

I wrote this to be a devotional I share at a local assisted living home where our church goes to do ministry

Warn them that this devotional has a sad part but the sadness will illustrate the joy of God. We will start this time of study with what should be a simple question. Which one of you has lived your life without experiencing challenging times when you didn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14, Romans 8:18, Colossians 3:1, 2 Corinthians 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

Confirming The Covenant Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jun 15, 2024

God is bringing us back to the Garden, the new Jerusalem - the city which has foundations whose architect and builder is God - the place of deep fulfillment in every sense.

In this Genesis series, we can see that one of the themes running through the book is “blessing.” One of the meanings of the Hebrew word for blessing is “deep fulfillment.” When God created Adam and Eve they were in a blessed state - they were deeply fulfilled. However, as soon as they were exiled ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Who I Am Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 16, 2024

There is something about the name of Jesus that evokes both mystery and consolation. While we cannot and dare not define Christ solely through our imaginations, lest we create a god in our own image, we, as masterpieces of God’s grace, can come to know Him in a limited yet profound way.

I AM Exodus 2:1-3:14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 There is something about the name of Jesus that evokes both mystery and consolation. While we cannot and dare not define Christ solely through our imaginations, lest we create a god in our own image, we, as ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mighty Is The God Of The One Who Struggles With God. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jun 16, 2024

Jacob and Esau had been at odds their whole lives. Jacob was living in fear of the brother he had deceived out of his inheritance. He didn't have a deep relationship with the God of is father and grandfather. That was all to change.

Mighty is the God of the one who struggles with God. Last week we looked at Jacob and an encounter that he had with God where he wrestled all night, he received a blessing, a new name and an injured hip. He realised that he had been wrestling with God, had survived and as such named the place ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:14-15, Genesis 32:9-12, Matthew 3:11-12, Genesis 28:14-15, Hebrews 11:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Why Does A Loving God Allow Suffering? Series

Contributed by Brad Stone on Jun 21, 2024

We all have ask the question of how a God who loves and is omnipotent could allow certain events that result in suffering to occur. In this message, I try to answer that question and bring hope to people who may be suffering.

Biblical Answers to Life’s Tough Questions: Why Does a Loving God Allow Suffering? Romans 8:22 1 Peter 5:10 How many of you have ask this very question before? I know that I have. I have questioned why an omnipotent God doesn’t stop certain events from happening. We realize and have faith that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10, Romans 8:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Throne Of Holiness: A Vision Of Heavenly Worship

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jun 29, 2024

The throne room of God, as revealed in Scripture, offers a breathtaking vision of His holiness, inspiring us to pursue a life of worship, dedication, and mission that reflects His glory.

The Throne of Holiness: A Vision of Heavenly Worship Revelation 4:2-3 Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather to immerse ourselves in a vision of heavenly worship, a vision that beckons us to behold the majesty and holiness of God's throne. Our scripture focus for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:2-3, Isaiah 6:1-8, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Leviticus 11:44, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 6:17, 1 John 1:7, Galatians 5:22-23, Hebrews 10:10, Galatians 5:16-25, Ephesians 5:25-27, 1 Thessalonians 4:7, Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 16:15, Acts 1:8, John 16:13, Hebrews 10:24-25, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, 1 Peter 2:12, 1 Peter 2:9, Matthew 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Relationship With Believers And Believers' Relationship To Other Believers Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 30, 2024

Let's discuss the very special relationship that Jesus has with believers, a relationship that delivers us from an existence that is sad without Jesus and then our relationship to other believers.

Tonight, let’s start off by talking about the love that Jesus has for us as believers. Verses 9-11 are the first three verses we will look at that show us the very special relationship that Jesus has with believers, a relationship that delivers us from an existence that is sad without Jesus. The ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Baptist