Sermons on The Stars Of The Heavens:

Eyes, Ears And Heart

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 24, 2017

Through Jesus Parables we will be given “knowledge of the secrets of the Kingdom of Heaven”. This knowledge is being revealed to those of you who are seekers of the deep spiritual truths of God. Some of us will understand but others won't. Why?

Eyes, Ears and Heart Matthew 13:1-23 NIV Last year our Sunday messages went through a series of topics on a closer walk with God that taught us how to be better disciples of Jesus. You may or may not have realized it but for 30 weeks that is what I spoke about. It was my prayer that these messages ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Matthew 14:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

“giving As A Expression Of The Heart” Series

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Jul 26, 2016

This is part of a series of very brief messages that can be used in church newsletters for stewardship.

19 ‘Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; 20but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21For where your treasure is, there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Wrestling Match On Earth

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 16, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST won over all these enemies and that the LORD JESUS CHRIST lives within me.

I. EXORDIUM: Who is the Champion in you? JESUS CHRIST. 2 Corinthians 13:5 (Amplified Bible) Examine and test and evaluate your own selves to see whether you are holding to your faith and showing the proper fruits of it. Test and prove yourselves [not Christ]. Do you not yourselves realize and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus, The Friend Of Sinners

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Sep 19, 2016

Grumbling Pharisees are taught a lesson about loving the lost and what it is that makes Heaven rejoice.

TITLE: Jesus, the Friend of Sinners TEXT: Luke 15:1-10 INTRO: Do you remember the nursery rhyme, Little Bo Peep? The rhyme says: "Little Bo Peep has lost her sheep And doesn’t know where to find them Leave them alone And they'll come home Wagging their tails behind them" But, lost things do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why I Preach The Cross

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 23, 2017

I WANT TO SUGGEST TO YOU TODAY THAT THERE IS ONE RELATIONSHIP THAT HAS STOOD THE TEST OF TIME. WE CAN HAVE FULL ASSURANCE OF THE FUTURE BASED ON THE CROSS OF CHRIST. HE DOESN’T WANT US TO LIVE IN FEAR ABOUT THE FUTURE.

WHY I PREACH THE CROSS 1 CORINTHIANS 1:17-2:5 THERE IS A STORY ABOUT A LITTLE GIRL WHO PROUDLY WORE A SHINY CROSS ON A CHAIN AROUND HER NECK. ONE DAY SHE WAS APPROACHED BY A MAN WHO SAID TO HER, “LITTLE GIRL, DON’T YOU KNOW THAT THE CROSS JESUS DIED ON WASN’T BEAUTIFUL LIKE THE ONE YOU’RE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Strong In Spiritual Battle – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Doug Gorman on May 2, 2016

We are going to get into the most essential but most overlooked aspects of our lives; the spiritual side of Christianity. Spiritual warfare, spiritual aspects of eternity, the supernatural and what God shows us through His word and His Holy Spirit about our destiny.

Comfort says, “If I did not tell you these things it would be like a doctor not telling you that you have cancer and you would die a slow and painful death unaware of your true circumstances.” Many people disregard spiritual warfare, spiritual influence and the unseen realms altogether ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Praying For Our Nation

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 13, 2017

Praying for our nation as Singapore celebrates her 52nd birthday. We humble ourselves, acknowledge God and seek righteousness.

Like to take a break from the flow of 1 Kings to pause and pray for our nation, as we celebrate our National Day this WED. • We read a couple of weeks ago how Solomon dedicated the Temple of God, asking God to listen to the cries of the people and bless his people. • Listen to what the Lord says ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peak Of Popularity Passes In Galilee Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 16, 2017

Because Christ told them that they must labor for the food He spoke of, they enquired what they must do. What they want to know is what works can we do better or more of, than those we do in obedience to the Law of Moses.

-Spring, AD 29- Capernaum (39) Peak of Popularity Passes in Galilee (Isaiah 54:13) John 6:22-7:1 22 The next day the people who had stayed on the other side of the lake knew that Jesus had not gone in the boat with his followers but that they had left without him. And they knew that only one boat ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus’ New Directive For Forgiveness Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 2, 2017

Our Lord comes through crisp and clear on how we are to deal with hurt and abuse. For one thing, our Lord specifically forbids retaliation. Our natural tendency is to want to get even, but that’s just the opposite of what Jesus taught.

Capernaum Lesson: Jesus’ New Directive for Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Bible Reading: Matthew 18:21-35 21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Till seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, until seven times: but, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Celebration Of The Wedding Of The Lamb Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 6, 2011

The New Mass gives us an opportunity to show to the world the earthly celebration of the heavenly banquet--the wedding of the Lamb and His Bride.

33rd Sunday in Course 13 November 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy Stewart the Steward was patting himself on the back. His boss, a hard man without an ounce of patience or forgiveness, was returning today from a long business trip, during which he had bought and sold several companies. In the course ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Catholic

The King’s Purpose For His People Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 23, 2013

God saw the bondage of His people, and He predestined an epic story of redemption and freedom that brought them to Him. As he brought them to Sinai, He reminded them how He had delivered them from Egypt, and how he carried them on eagles wings . . .

6/11/2006 “The Kingdom of Heaven” Lesson #2 Title: “The King’s Purpose for His ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Unknown Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 19, 2017

None of us know with certainty what lies ahead after we are gathered to Christ. However, Paul encourages believers to look forward, preparing ourselves for what is surely coming.

“We know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. For in this tent we groan, longing to put on our heavenly dwelling, if indeed by putting it on we may not be found naked. For while we are still in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, 2 Corinthians 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Running The Race Of Faith

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Apr 25, 2019

How is your race of Christian faith going? Tired? Seemingly endless hurdles? Great? Easy? Jesus takes us off the spiritual treadmill and hands us the prize of heaven! Run as one who has already won!

Are you familiar with these decals or stickers? (26.2 or 13.1) You might see them on the back of a car or truck. They are the distances for a marathon (26.2 miles) and half marathon (13.1 miles). People might put them on their vehicle as an indication that they have run a marathon or half ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Parables Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 18, 2020

Jesus describes what the Kingdom of Heaven is like in seven parables in Matthew 13.

The Parables of the Kingdom Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 The 13th Chapter of Matthew contains seven parables of Jesus which each begins with the words” The Kingdom of Heaven is like….” Two of these parables, the Parable of the Sower and the Parable of the wheat and Tares were given separate treatment ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"sardines, Biscuits, And Thee Bread Of Life" (Message 14 -- Gospel Of John 2021) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Apr 26, 2021

This message deals with John 6 and the feeding of the 5,000. Jesus was trying to get them to look beyond physical bread to the Bread Of Life. This was the climax of Jesus' popularity, and the point when many turned against him.

SARDINES, BISCUITS, AND THE BREAD OF LIFE (Message 14 Gospel of John 2021) John 6:1-15;22-35;48-59 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ April 25, 2021 Video Link: https://youtu.be/kc4n1JVWW-M INTRODUCTION: 1.) I have titled this morning’s message: “Sardines, Biscuits, and The Bread of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ