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The King Is Coming Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Dec 6, 2021

This passage contains numerous prophecies of the Messiah; one of them being how "Shiloh" must come before the arrival of God’s kingdom of peace and justice. Also discussed are the "Scepter" and the "Lion of the Tribe of Judah."

Christian author Phyllis Reynolds Naylor wrote a book entitled A Shiloh Christmas, which is about a small boy named Marty Preston and his rescued beagle dog Shiloh, who are eagerly waiting for Christmas to arrive, as their town is running low on love and compassion; or what we might call “Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Stupid Is As Stupid Does - Why People Reject Common Sense, Sound Doctrine, And The Truths Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 4, 2022

We are living in an insane world. People hold political power and make stupid laws and mandates. A person who uses reason, logic, and common sense often feels isolated amid all the madness

"The stupid man cannot know; the fool cannot understand this: that though the wicked sprout like grass and all evildoers flourish, they are doomed to destruction forever; but you, O Lord, are on high forever. For behold, your enemies, O Lord, for behold, your enemies shall perish; all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:6-9, 1 Timothy 4:3-4, Isaiah 32:6, Proverbs 18:2, Proverbs 26:11, Psalm 112:1, Proverbs 4:1-9, Psalm 14:1, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Proverbs 26:3-12, 2 Timothy 2:23-26, Proverbs 9:10-12, James 1:5-8, 1 Peter 2:13-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ezra Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 9, 2022

Jewish tradition has long attributed authorship of this historical book to the scribe and scholar Ezra, who led the second group of Jews returning from Babylon to Jerusalem (Ezra 7:11–26).

Ezra Ezra was a Jewish scribe and priest. In the Book of Ezra, he is called "Ezra the Scribe" (sofer) and "Ezra the Priest" (kohen) and was a Jewish lawyer and teacher who was very wealthy. Ezra was an individual with his own ideas on many issues; he strongly disagreed with ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 10:17-44

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Like Wise Men Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 1, 2023

Advent is the time when the world celebrates the most glorious event in the history of the world, God becoming human and giving the name Jesus because He will save his people from their sins.

INTRODUCTION Advent is the time when the world celebrates the most glorious event in the history of the world, God becoming human and giving the name Jesus because He will save his people from their sins. We have the details of this account mentioned in the gospel according to Matthew and Luke. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 24:17, Matthew 2:1, Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Vision

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This sermon focuses on Nehemiah.

Last evening I began a new series that will weave in and out of both our morning and evening messages for the next few weeks.. A series that will focus on the life and ministry of Nehemiah. With that in mind would you turn in your Bibles to Nehemiah chapter 1 beginning in verse one. In verse ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Walking Worthy In Our Diversity Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 13, 2006

As the body of Christ God has called us to unity in our diversity.

Series: Experiencing the Riches of Christ WALKING WORTHY IN OUR DIVERSITY Ephesians 4:7-16 (Eph 4:1) I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, “Worth”: value: Is God getting what He paid for - Walk with a Godly Attitude ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Defiled By The World (Preventable? Response?) Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 4, 2009

What God wants us to do now is totally depend on Jesus Christ to show the world that Jesus already won all the battles!

Is there sin in the world? Sin is anything that does not line up with a Holy God! Specifically, where do we see sin in this world we live in?? We are confronted with sin everyday, aren’t we? Jesus prayed to God the Father in John 17, “My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bound With Them Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 8, 2006

Using material from Voice of the Martyrs to help Christians in America look beyond themselves to thepersecuted church.

World View Christianity “Bound With Them” International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church November 12, 2006 Today is a little different of a subject matter for us. For the next two weeks we will be looking at the Christian life from the view of what is happening in places around the world ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bruised But Not Broken

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench...

Bruised but not Broken Matthew 12:10-21 And, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath days? that they might accuse him. 11 And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:20

Denomination: Foursquare

Come Holy Spirit, Give Us Love

Contributed by William Baeta on May 26, 2012

“But when the Helper comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, he will bear witness about me” John 15:26.

John 15:26-27 Theme: Come Holy Spirit, give us love Text: Ezek. 37:1-14; Romans 8:22-27; John 15:26-27 Today is Pentecost Sunday, or in other words, the birthday of the Church. Pentecost simply means “fiftieth” and refers to the celebration that is held fifty days after first fruits. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Snake Eggs

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

Sin Destroys

Snake Eggs (Isaiah 59:1-10) Intro: There are some things that strike terror in the hearts of most of us. For most of us a poisonous snake causes our bodies to shake with fear. Can you imagine being trapped in a small room with 1000 deadly vipers? That is not a very pleasant thought, but we as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Amazing Comeback Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 2, 2021

In our Let's Talk About series we're looking at what an amazing comeback God has in store, as He rebuilds the Jerusalem of our souls, and the Temple of our Spirit from the ruins of our past.

Let’s Talk About “An Amazing Comeback” Jeremiah 30:18-19 ** Watch: https://youtu.be/4twrC7B6y0U Now you might think it strange for me to go back to the Old Testament to explain the heart of the New Testament, and that is, the gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ and the new life He brings to all ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 30:18-19

Denomination: Foursquare

"beautiful Feet"

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 29, 2021

Based on Romans 10:14-15 - Challenges the hearers to have "beautiful feet" & share the Gospel w/ those who are lost.

“BEAUTIFUL FEET” Romans 10:14-15 FBCF – 11/28/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Early 1980’s, a group of seminary students at SWBTS took some coffee & donuts to a group of homeless men & women in Ft. Worth, TX. Soon had hundreds homeless men & women attending outdoor worship services. Realized ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Healing And Wholeness: Embracing The Transformative Power Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 24, 2024

Today, we delve into a profound theme that speaks to the very heart of Jesus' mission and ministry: healing and wholeness.

Healing and Wholeness: Embracing the Transformative Power of the Gospel Today, we delve into a profound theme that speaks to the very heart of Jesus' mission and ministry: healing and wholeness. Our scripture foundation comes from two key passages: Luke 4:18-19 and Psalm 147:3. Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19, Psalm 147:3, Acts 10:38, Isaiah 61:1, Matthew 11:5, John 8:36, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Ephesians 2:8-9, Matthew 9:22, Hebrews 11:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mindset - Change Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 21, 2022

This message deals with how we can change our thoughts.

Title: Mindset – Change Theme: Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3 – 6; Romans 12:1 -2; Philippians 4:4 - 9 Opening Scripture 2 Corinthians 10:3-6 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. (4) For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God