Sermons on Temple Lucrative Business:

I'll Be Home For Christmas Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 14, 2024

On that first Christmas it seems that no one was "home for Christmas" and yet Jesus was born to give us the promise a home with Him forever. What can that promise mean to us?

(Singing this acapella) “I'll be home for Christmas, you can plan on me. Please have snow and mistletoe and presents on the tree. Christmas Eve will find me where the lovelight gleams. I'll be home for Christmas if only in my dreams.” That Christmas song was written back in 1924, but it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Giver And The Gifts Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 15, 2004

I take a look at the gifts that were given to construct the temple.

There was a sense of excitement in the air. For hundreds of years the people of Israel had worshipped their God in a tent. But that was going to change, they were at the beginning of a process that would culminate in a house of worship that would be known throughout the world and throughout ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

God Encounters: Simeon And Anna Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Jul 31, 2004

This is about Simeon’s and Anna’s encounter with Jesus in the Temple.

We’ve been looking at God encounters: Abe, Jacob, Moses, Gideon, Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel. They pointed to the Messiah (Christ). We turn now to encounters in the NT; encounters with Christ. Outside of the shepherds, this is the first one. Read Luke 2:21-38. Verse 21 was eight days after ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Must Come With Expectations

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Dec 29, 2008

If we are going to the Temple Gate it is important that we come with expectations.

We Must Come With Expectations Acts 3:1-8 3:1 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. 2 And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beginning Of The End Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 30, 2014

A study of the Temple in Revelation Chapter 11 verses 1 and 2

Revelation 11: 1 – 2 The Beginning Of The End 1 Then I was given a reed like a measuring rod. And the angel stood, saying, “Rise and measure the temple of God, the altar, and those who worship there. 2 But leave out the court which is outside the temple, and do not measure it, for it ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:1-2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Incarnation: God Comes

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 26, 2016

In Christ the glory from the tabernacle and the temple has come down.

Incarnation: God Comes John 1:14 Rev. Brian Bill December 24, 2016 Scripture Reading Here’s a question on Christmas Eve. How can we be certain that what happened on that holy night is not a hoax? How do we know that the news about the nativity is factual and not fake? Can we be sure this is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation (Part 6) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In Revelation 11, we encounter the Temple, the Testimony, the Tremors, and the Triumph.

(Part 6) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/5/2017 If you’ve been with us the last few weeks, you know we are working our way through the exciting, yet enigmatic book of Revelation. Of the sixty-six books of the Bible, none are more imposing or intimidating as the book of ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Importance Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Aug 1, 2023

After the cleansing of the Temple, Jesus teaches the Disciples about Forgiveness

The Importance of Forgiveness Mark 11:25-33, Matthew 18:23-34 Good morning. Doctor Karen Swartz of Johns Hopkins Hospital, said about unforgiveness, “There is a physical burden to being hurt and disappointed, Chronic anger puts you into a fight-or-flight mode, which results in numerous changes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:25-33, Matthew 18:23-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Letters To The Seven Churches In Revelation: The Church In Ephesus Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 16, 2023

Encouragement and correction for the ancient church as Ephesus in the shadow of the temple of Artemis

What are the authoritative sources in your life? What are they? This is way more important than we might realize. What do we trust for information on how we should successfully live our lives? We could list some out. Most would say their parents, information from the education system, television, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3, Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Salvation Army

"Representatives Of God” Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 19, 2017

We are the Lord's both by creation and redemption. Here, Paul is speaking of redemption. His ownership of us dates back to Calvary. We were bought at a price. At the cross, we see the price tag which the Lord Jesus put on us. He thought that we . . .

6/18/2006 Series: "The Kingdom of Heaven " Message #3: “Representatives of God” Text: John 4 "Jesus said..., 'My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.'" (v. 34) "To finish his work." There's one word that's in that short sentence that's so important to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What A Day

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 29, 2015

There was more than just a parade that happened on Palm Sunday

What a day! Normally when we think of the Sunday before Easter we focus on what is traditionally referred to as the “Triumphant Entry”. You remember the story, Jesus comes riding into Jerusalem on a young donkey and the crowds come out to greet him, yelling praises and waving Palm ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Transcending Tradition Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 6, 2009

While looking at the disciplines of fasting and Sabbath, this message encourages believers not to let any tradition steal their joy or their love. We can’t be so into church business that we forget what our business is, and that is to help people.

Transcending Tradition (Mark 2:18 – 3:6) Just this last week, I came across some odd laws that are still on the books around the country. I think you’ll find them quite amusing. For example, young girls are never allowed to walk a tightrope in Wheeler, Mississippi, unless it’s in a church. In ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Laying Foundations Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 24, 2022

Building this Temple foundation was the dawn of a new day. God’s house symbolized so much to them. There was a new vitality, a new hope and a spiritual renewal. The foundation of the Temple was laid.

When you visit a church building what strikes you most? Is it the majestic steeple pointing heavenward toward the God we worship? How about the mosaic of colors from a stained-glass window that portray the life of Christ? It could be you are most struck by the contrast of a solitary cross on a ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Be Faithful By Being Prayerful

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 24, 2024

After the Ark of the Covenant is transferred to the Temple, Solomon blesses the people and dedicates the Temple. He also turns to God in prayer for the provision and protection from any calamity that may come.

Be Faithful By Being Prayerful Introduction: After the Ark of the Covenant is transferred to the Temple, Solomon blesses the people and dedicates the Temple. He also turns to God in prayer for the provision and protection from any calamity that may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:35-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Just Do Something, Sit There

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 8, 2003

We are so busy. Are we too busy to pray? What do we pray for? Does AMEN mean we are disconnecting God and getting back to life -- or does it mean something else?

There are 5 Presbyterian congregations in Iraq, and lately, I have been writing and receiving email from some of their pastors and elders. I told them about our 24 hour prayer vigil. They were very, very impressed. Looking back, I realize, I might have given them the wrong impression. I’m going ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:28-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed