Sermons on Temporary Residents:

A Riot That Turned Into A Testimony Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 23, 2021

But we cannot fulfill our baptismal commitment until we “go and proclaim.”

Monday of 3rd Week in Course Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul Today’s Gospel really takes us to the core teaching that we sum up in the word “Gospel,” which means “Good News.” That core teaching is that we are not to just come to Jesus, not just listen to Him and be forgiven, healed, baptized ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-18, Acts 22:3-16, Genesis 22:18

Denomination: Catholic

Celebrate God's Goodness Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Apr 18, 2019

Brothers and sisters, your heavenly Father does not want or desire for you anxiety and depression. With all the chaos in our world and chaos in our country and chaos in our own lives, we must, we must find the path that leads to the calm and peace that God promises.

Celebrate God’s Goodness Philippians 4:4-5 I. Rejoice in the Lord ALWAYS. II. Rejoice in the Lord’s GOODNESS. III. Rejoice in the Lord’s SOVEREIGNTY. According to the New York Times, Americans are among the most anxious people on earth. One study found that Americans were ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Unstoppable - When God Shows Up Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 10, 2018

The second message in a series on the book of Acts

Unstoppable – When God Shows Up 9/17/17 Acts 1:8, 2:11 – Missions Sunday The disciples traveled to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had directed them. When they saw Him, they worshiped, but some doubted. Then Jesus came near and said to them, “All authority has been given to Me in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Acts 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Contending With Evil Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 13, 2019

Just because we are chosen by God, baptized into Christ, does not mean that we are infallibly going to attain God’s promises. We are always tempted, as Christ was, to follow the allurements of the world, flesh and devil.

Saint Anthony of the Desert 2019 Saint Anthony–the less famous one we call “Anthony of the Desert”–died 1653 years ago today. Since he is also called “Anthony the Great” and “Anthony of Egypt” and several other honorifics, we might want to know more about him, and what he can teach us today. But ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45, Hebrews 3:7-14, Psalm 95:6-11

Denomination: Catholic

Relentless Prayer

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 14, 2019

Do we persist with God? Do we give up praying too soon? Let’s learn that God encourages persistent, demanding prayers. Let’s discuss prayers for ourselves, aggressive prayer and God’s justice in Luke 18:1-8.

Do we persist with God? Do we give up praying too soon? Let’s learn that God encourages persistent, demanding prayers. Let’s discuss prayers for ourselves, aggressive prayer and God’s justice in Luke 18:1-8. Persistent & Demanding Prayer Luke 18:1-5 One day Jesus told his disciples a story to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are We Really? Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Oct 1, 2016

Most Christians identify themselves by affiliations or labels. We are Pastor so and so or Apostle so and so or we are Baptists, Methodists, Catholic, etc. The Bible doesn't use any of these to describe who we are in God's eyes.

DRAWN INTO THE FAMILY OF GOD Romans 8:12-17 1. The mortification of sin (Romans 8:12-14) Paul has just commented that “if Christ is in you the body is dead on account of sin” (Romans 8:10). And that “the Spirit of Him who raised up Jesus from the dead will also quicken (revivify, make alive) ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persistent And Demanding Prayer

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 11, 2016

Do we persist with God? Do we give up and not bother to pray because we do not believe that he will hear?

Intro Do we persist with God? Do we give up and not bother to pray because we do not believe that he will hear? Goal Let’s learn that God sometimes will only hear persistent, demanding prayers. Sermon Plan We will discuss prayers for ourselves, aggressive prayer and God’s justice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of His Resurrection

Contributed by Ahmed Adebisi Otunba on Apr 7, 2019

That I may know His power of Resurrection

Paul having done much being zealous in persecuting the church, obeying the law to letter without blemish still counted all as loss and rubbish. He became keen seeking to know Jesus, power of His resurrection and fellowship of His sufferings. Know of Jesus as a living King residing the right hand ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Searching Kings

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

Three Kings bearing gifts and searching for the Messiah

A. WHAT IS KNOWN FOR SURE? MATTHEW 2:1-12 1. They saw the star in the East and in Jerusalem. 2. Brought three gifts. 3. They were searching for Messiah. 4. They were told to find the Christ and report back to Herod. 5. Were divinely warned in a dream not to tell Herod. B. WHAT CAN WE KNOW ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

When Trouble Comes

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 17, 2022

God is always there to assist, offering safety, peace, and refuge. God's power is unending, and He will triumph in the end. Those who love Him will always be saved by Him.

In verses 1-3: The dread of mountains and urban communities out of nowhere disintegrating into the ocean because of an atomic impact frequents numerous individuals today. Yet, the psalmist says that regardless of whether the world ceases, we need not dread. Notwithstanding utter annihilation, he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Power - The Believer's Right And Advantage Series

Contributed by Precious Eda on Feb 4, 2022

It is the desire of most believers to see the manifestation of God’s power in the their lives. What is the Power of God and how do we see it work?

2. There are two major typological references to God's power all through scriptures. A. The intervention of God's omnipotence in the dominion of Man - 2 Kings 17:36, Psalms 111:6, Nahum 1:3, 3. Every time great works of miracles took place in the old testament, it was God's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

What Do The Magi's Gifts Mean Today?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 2, 2021

The gifts that the magi presented to the baby Jesus have metaphorical meaning. What do they mean today?

The story about the three magi visiting the baby Yeshua is a problematic story. If such an event took place, why is it only found in Matthew's Gospel? The idea of three magi traveling from Persia to Judea is fascinating. The narrative says that they followed the Bethlehem star. Many people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Crowd In The Mark Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 15, 2023

Mark helps us see that Jesus didn’t come simply to draw crowds; He didn’t come to attract fans; He came to call disciples. The great crowd heard that he had been teaching with astounding authority, healing sick people, casting out demons.

Mark 3:7-12 Jesus and the Crowd in Mark Crowd ????? (Ochlos): The word Okolo’s is translated as Crowd (87), crowds (47), gathering (1), many (1), mob (1), multitude (3), multitudes (1), number of people (1), numbers (2), people (27) in New Testament. This word refers to, a casual collection of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-12

Denomination: Methodist

Sin Of Taking Advantage Of Others Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 13, 2024

Taking advantage of others is like draining their soul, leaving them empty and dry. It may fill our pockets, but it drains our humanity.

In the Bible, God teaches us to love our neighbors as ourselves and to treat others the way we want to be treated. But sadly, there are those who choose to exploit and manipulate others for their own gain. In Leviticus 19:13, God says, "Do not take advantage of a hired worker who is poor and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:13, Matthew 18:23-35

The Oak Tree Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 22, 2024

The second in the Lenten series. This week's focus is on the promises of God

February 21, 2024 Hope Lutheran Church Series: If Trees Could Talk" Genesis 13:14-18; Isaiah 61:1-3 The Oak Tree Good evening, friendly humans. I was very honored when your pastor contacted me and asked if I would be a guest presenter during your Lenten midweek services. Thank you for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:14-18, Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran