Sermons on The Plot To Kill Jesus:

Uncommon Faith: Hannah Series

Contributed by Seth Alexander on Feb 17, 2015

We must be willing to live an uncommon life in a common world. See how Hannah lives with Uncommon Faith.

Uncommon Faith: Hannah 1 Samuel 1:1-20 This series is called Uncommon, we are going to be looking at some Biblical people who lived live in an uncommon way. In hopes that we will learn how to live our lives uncommon in this world. Jesus prayed for us like this: John 17:15-18 NIV My prayer is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Should Work For Food?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 21, 2015

We have seen the signs. "Will Work For Food". Would it be unreasonable to suggest "Must Work For Food"?

Some have suggested that the able bodied poor should perform some sort of work or community service to receive benefits. Of course, others have opposed it. FDR created the CCC and WPA which were pretty much working welfare programs. Indeed, it was a fulltime job and not easy labor. Lev_19:10 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Belonging

Contributed by John Wright on Aug 24, 2020

There are times in life when you need a good loving snuggle to feel secure. You need someone to wrap their arms around you and let you know that you are loved.

1 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. 3 Do nothing out ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Think Fast!

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 24, 2020

Fasting is a rewarding discipline in that it brings us closer to the "face" of God.

1. FASTING TOGETHER: THE MINNESOTA GRASSHOPPER SWARM In Minnesota, during the summer of 1876, there was a swarm of grasshoppers destroying the crops. There was a fear that the grasshoppers would return, so Governor John S. Pillsbury proclaimed a day of prayer and fasting on April 26, 1877, urging ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Letter Of Encouragement- Follow God's Will Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 5, 2021

This is the 54th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 4th sermon from 1 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#54] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGMENT- FOLLOW GOD’S WILL 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 Introduction: There are many forms of exercise; but probably the most popular form of exercise is walking. Now, that obviously is not a form of exercise that I prescribe to; but it is something that most ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Having Faulty Tools

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 23, 2022

Elisha has succeeded Elijah as a prophet to the Northern Kingdom (2 Kings 2: I - I 8). He has by now already prophesied and God has performed a few miracles through him. But now we will see something peculiar, he makes an axe head float.

Elisha has succeeded Elijah as a prophet to the Northern Kingdom (2 Kings 2: I - I 8). He has by now already prophesied and God has performed a few miracles through him. But now we will see something peculiar, he makes an axe head float. This incident shows how God cares for His children and how He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Was The Problem Of The Prophet? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 30, 2022

The purpose of the book of Jonah is to show the degree of the grace of God, that the message of salvation is for all individuals.

The purpose of the book of Jonah is to show the degree of the grace of God, that the message of salvation is for all individuals. This book is not quite the same as the other prophetic books since it recounts the tale of the prophet and does not fixate on his predictions. Indeed, just one verse ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Get Ready For Your Next Level. Sub Topic: Take It Off

Contributed by Rev Grant on Nov 1, 2022

If you are going to get to your next level, you have got to learn to take some stuff off

Ephesians? ?4:26-32? ?NLT?? ??26. And don’t sin by letting anger control you. Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry, KJV🔹26 Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: ??27. for anger gives a foothold to the devil. KJV🔹27 Neither give place ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-32, Psalm 6:1, Ephesians 4:31

The Pride Of Thine Heart Will Bring Thee Down

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 4, 2022

Edom was proud of its accomplishments, but in the long run, God would bring her down. Whether they are a nation, a business, a church, or a family, those in positions of authority should not be overly self-assured.

Obadiah is the shortest book of the Bible. It is titled The Vision of Obadiah as it prophesies the judgment to fall on the nation of Edom. The Edomites were descendants of Esau which made them related to the children of Israel (Genesis 25:19-27:45). Because of Edom's defiance of God, their ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:3-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nothing Shall Stand Against You

Contributed by Marlou Javier on Mar 22, 2021

While the promise that God would be with Joshua was specific to Joshua, the principle extends to us today. So, let’s study these principles in Joshua 10.

The story in chapter 10 however begins with the conflict of battle involving five Amorite kings who decided to attack Gibeon because they made a treaty with Israel. The Gibeonites pleaded to Joshua:“Don’t abandon your servants now!” Come at once! Save us! Help us! For all the Amorite kings who ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Meditation On The Word: Lectio Divina And Moravian Daily Text Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 6, 2023

This sermon focuses on using the Bible as a foundation for prayer.

March 1, 2023 Lent 2023 Lenten Sermon Series on Prayer Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Psalm 119:105; Romans 10:17 Meditation on the Word: Lectio Divina and Moravian Daily Text Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105, Romans 10:17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Examen: Prayer At The End Of The Day Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 9, 2023

This sermon looks at the background and steps involved in the Examen

March 8, 2023 The second in a Lenten series on Prayer Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Psalm 139:23-24; Romans 12:2 The Examen: Prayer at the End of the Day Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The philosopher Socrates ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Lutheran

Oversights While Crossing Over

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Apr 2, 2023

While crossing over from this world to the next, we must remember 5 important themes.

Oversights While Crossing Over Scripture Reference: John 1:1; Luke 8:22-25 Preached at Mt. Zion Baptist Church on February 12, 2023 Delivered by John Daniel Johnson Hosanna—The word comes from two roots: yasha and anna. Yasha stands for delivers, and Anna: please. In essence, the word boils down ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Fool

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Aug 14, 2021

Discusses different kinds of fools

Sermon Title: The Fool. Scripture Text:  Ephesians 5: 15-20 ILLUSTRATION: It was a cold and silent night. The weather was freezing cold. A group of monkeys were on a tree. They were clinging to its branches. One of the monkeys said, “I wish we could find some fire. It will help us to keep ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hold On! Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jun 28, 2022

A church's size and circumstances don't define its effectiveness or true power. It's our faithfulness to the Word and our testimony.

Hold On! lanny smith Seven / Church at Philadelphia / Revelation 3:7–13   • Storybook rock song “Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi. • One of band’s biggest hits (1987). Chosen #1 song of the ‘80’s in a VH1 listener poll. • Story of a couple (loosely based on writer’s experience) who fall on hard ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, Matthew 7:21, 2 Timothy 2:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ