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Joab Convinces King David To Bring Absalom Back To Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 25, 2023

Absalom the dearly loved son of King David has committed murder, he killed his own brother Amnon. This was in revenge for something truly disturbing that Amnon did to Absalom’s sister Tamar.

Have you ever had a disagreement with someone, a long time friend or family member? And then you stop talking? But as the months and years go by you long to see that person again. You think about them. You think about the good times. Yet, you can’t quite get yourself to call them up, or make things ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

King David Shows Grace To His Enemies Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 3, 2023

King David has been I'm sure on a rollercoaster of different emotions, fear, worry, excitement, victory, and so on. But now, it turns to sorrow. So while David’s troops are celebrating, David is devastated. Joab the leader of David’s troops finds out about this and is not happy.

Mourning and celebrating, have you ever felt happy, but sad at the same time? Has a moment of excitement or joy suddenly become sad for you? Or perhaps a moment of sorrow turned into a moment of joy? The rebellion of Absalom has been defeated. King David’s troops fought bravely in the battle in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:1-2

Denomination: Salvation Army

Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning - The Church’s Construction - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 11, 2023

A great imagery is that of the Church being a Building, a spiritual house for God. The most vital part of the construction is the CORNERSTONE. We look at Christ the Cornerstone and the laying of the foundation of the Church. We are the continuing living stones.

SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING - THE CHURCH’S CONSTRUCTION - PART 6 THE CHURCH’S CONSTRUCTION The Church is entirely a New Testament concept though as we saw, it is seen typically in the Old Testament. In this section I want to look at the formation of the Church, and its ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:11, Psalm 118:22-24, 1 Peter 2:6-8, Ephesians 2:20, Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Peter 2:4-8, Psalm 18:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ghost Or Messiah? Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 15, 2023

This sermon follows the Feeding of the 5,000 (another strange story). It is a story that further reveals the true identity of Jesus as Messiah, Savior and LORD.

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52; Isaiah 43:1-2 Theme: Ghost or Messiah? Sermon – This sermon is about Jesus revealing Himself to His Disciples as the Son of God/Messiah. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Have you ever had a day that seemed like nothing went ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52, Isaiah 43:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

Look At Yourself

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 15, 2023

Taking a long honest look at ourselves is one of the hardest things for us to do. Admitting that I need help, something is wrong in my life is very difficult.

Then He said: “A certain man had two sons. And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.’ So he divided to them his livelihood. And not many days after, the younger son gathered all together, journeyed to a far country, and there wasted his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon: Rest For The Weary Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 31, 2023

Jesus, our blessed Redeemer never became too weary of his labor of love. He ministered to mass crowds, taught the disciples at night, rose early in the morning for prayer, faced relentless opposition and never gave up. Jesus found a rhythm in ministry. He knew when to work, and when to rest.

Sermon: Rest For the Weary Scripture: Matt 11:25-28 “At that time Jesus prayed this prayer: “O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, thank you for hiding these things from those who think themselves wise and clever, and for revealing them to the childlike. 26 Yes, Father, it pleased you to do it this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-28, Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

God's Comfort Through Knowledge Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Feb 4, 2023

Knowledge of God and his kingdom offers comfort to the righteous in all times of pain, sorrow, and suppression by evil beings. Daniel, in captivity, was comforted regularly by knowledge given to 'a man highly esteemed'; Daniel 9:23. Through knowledge, the righteous are comforted today.

In our study of punishment, captivity, protection of saints, and comfort of the righteous in times of captivity, we will see God’s continued comfort in knowledge of His divine plan for mankind unto Daniel. It is safe to assume Daniel shared these bits of knowledge and wisdom with the righteous ...read more

Scripture: John 16:22-23, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Luke 11:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Another Spirit-A Different Spirit.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 5, 2023

The question asked throughout scripture is, “Whose report will you believe?” Our whole basis for Christianity is the faith factor. The just shall live by faith. Romans 12:3b...God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.

Another Spirit-A Different Spirit. Isaiah 53:1AMP The question asked throughout scripture is, “Whose report will you believe?” Our whole basis for Christianity is the faith factor. The just shall live by faith. Romans 12:3b...God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. Isaiah 53:1 Who ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

David Gathers A Band Of Outcasts In The Cave Stronghold Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 27, 2023

Two houses are being built, one is solid, the other is brittle, and caving in on itself. These are the two paths, one of David, the man of God, and Saul, the man in rebellion.

Two roads are beginning to form, two roads in two starkly different directions. We’ve both been on these roads. Maybe not to this extreme, but we have. We’ve seen where God’s path leads, to hope, to challenges, to victory, and yes, the valley of the shadow of death too, dark times, but, we’ve also ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Ascension And Return

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 6, 2023

"This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.” (Acts 1:11)

The Miraculous Ascension Jesus is a fulfilled Biblical theme. After Resurrection Sunday, Jesus led the disciples out as far as Bethany, and lifting up his hands he blessed them. While he blessed them, he parted from them and was carried up into heaven (Luke 24:50-51). Luke began his Gospel with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:11

Denomination: Other

David Cuts The Corner Of Saul's Garment In The Cave Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 19, 2023

David didn’t kill Saul, but he’s even upset that he cut off a corner of his robe. How could he do this to the one God has placed as king? This is a man with a very strong conscience.

Have you ever had something really bad happen, and you wonder to yourself? How could God let this happen? Why is this happening? Or maybe you think, I can’t handle this. You feel overwhelmed. What do we do when we feel overwhelmed? We get through it. We let ourselves feel it. And we get through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-2

Denomination: Salvation Army

King Jesus Christ The Lord Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2023

People take notice and the growth of the Jesus movement blows up. People in Israel begin to realize Jesus is something special in the history of the universe. And they want to know more. We should still want to know more today. Who was this Jesus? Why did he do what he did?

My girlfriend and I went to the dog groomer yesterday, we took her dog Sam in. He was not at all happy when he realized where we were taking him. Sam does not like the groomer, because of the loud noises, and the strange environment. So Sam was shaking as the groomer worked. Sam was uncertain, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-28

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Magnetic Power Of Jesus

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 26, 2022

Jesus Christ attracts all humans to Himself because of His unparalleled love shown at the Cross, because He's the Gift of God, because He's the Desire of the Nations, because He alone possesses Eternal Life, and because He's the Treasure of Heaven.

THE MAGNETIC POWER OF JESUS Jn. 12:32 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR Here’s Exercises you don’t have to move a muscle for: 1. Beating around the bush; Jumping to conclusions; 2. Climbing the walls; Swallowing your pride; 3. Passing the buck. Throwing your weight around; 4. Dragging your ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32, Matthew 13:44-46, Haggai 2:7, John 4:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Elijah: A Nation On Its Knees

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Oct 27, 2022

It is make your mind up time, folks - on Mt Carmel

I Kings 18.7-40 Elijah - a nation to its knees Do you remember the TV programme Opportunity Knocks with Huey Green? Do you remember the catch phrase? “It is make your mind up times folks. Such a moment has now arrived for the people of Israel. It is now three and a half years later. All this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:7-40

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Mantle Of Messiah

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 31, 2022

In Old Testament times a mantle, as in the mantle of the prophet. The mantle is a garment, a cloak, and yet more than that! The mantle represents the calling, the charge, the ministry, and the anointing of God.

The Mantle Of Messiah Deuteronomy 31:6-8MSG In Old Testament times a mantle, as in the mantle of the prophet. The mantle is a garment, a cloak, and yet more than that! The mantle represents the calling, the charge, the ministry, and the anointing of God. Here’s the command by Moses, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6-8, 1 Kings 19:19

Denomination: Pentecostal