Sermons on The Two Thieves:

The Parable Of Two Sons And The Authority Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 26, 2024

Many talk about Jesus or celebrate Jesus, and they like to believe that it assures them of a spot in Heaven. What did Jesus say about this?

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org As we continue through the parables, I realize that this is one of those parables that has always confounded me. It confounds me not because of the application but because of the theology. Most tried to impose ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Brethren

The High Priestly Prayer (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 24, 2025

As we continue looking at Jesus' High Priestly Prayer, we see Him shift focus to the disciples (and by extension - us). How wonderful it is that we have an advocate with the Father.

The High Priestly Prayer (part two - John Part 55) Text: John 17:6-20 Well, this morning we’re going to continue looking at the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus in John chapter 17. Last Sunday we saw Jesus pray for Himself. Specifically that The Father would glorify the Son, so that the Son could ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-20, Hebrews 7:25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Root Of Bitterness (Two Responses On The Shelf)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 13, 2025

Anger, guilt and grief, are they sin? If left out of the cage they could be. Yet there is a human emotion that is always, without out exception, a sin - Bitterness. Bitterness and unforgiveness are always linked and are always sin. And there are only two responses on the shelf.

Has someone ever said something ... or done something to you ... which you found ... difficult ... to forgive? Every time you hear their name, ... even if the incident happened years ago ... still brings uneasiness ... to your soul. It is ... as though you were reliving the event ... all ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-15, Ephesians 4:26, Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 18:15, Matthew 5:23-24, 1 Corinthians 11:27, John 6:53, Hebrews 12:15, Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 6:15, Matthew 18:35, Romans 12:19, 2 Corinthians 5:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Two Elderly Saints (Luke 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 29, 2024

What did two elderly saints say when Jesus came into the temple? Let's look at Luke 2.

What does the blessing and prophecy from two elderly saints tell us about God? What can elderly saints teach us if we’ll listen? Let’s look at the latter half of Luke 2. What did the Holy Spirit reveal to an elderly saint named Simeon? A man named Simeon was in Jerusalem. He was righteous and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Between Two Advents (Revelation 20) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 30, 2025

Revelation 20 speaks to Christians living in the “in-between”—after Christ’s first coming but before His return. In the tension of the middle, we find hope: Jesus wins, evil ends, and our future is secure.

Good morning! Please turn in your Bibles to Revelation 20. We come into worship this morning with what may be a once-in-a-lifetime alignment of circumstances, at least as far as a church calendar goes. It’s the first Sunday of Advent, when we begin focusing on Jesus’ coming into the world. It’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Two Angels In Sodom (Genesis 19)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 25, 2024

Was the thinking of Lot and his family severely affected by life in Sodom? Are we truly in the world but not of the world? Let's examine Genesis 19.

Were some in Lot’s family completely immersed in the life of Sodom and not wanting to leave? Were Lot, his wife, and his daughters also affected by the perverse environment of that city? What can happen to our thinking, living and working in this world? Are we truly in the world but not of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Drive Away The Vultures (Part Two)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 15, 2025

In this second part of "Drive Away the Vultures," we have identified more spiritual vultures that seek to defile our lives—anger, malice, tale-bearing, dishonesty, and envy.

DRIVE AWAY THE VULTURES (PART TWO) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 15:9-11  Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:31, Colossians 3:8, Proverbs 10:18, Leviticus 19:16 INTRODUCTION  In Part One, we discussed the importance of driving away the spiritual vultures that seek to defile ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:9-11, Ephesians 4:31, Colossians 3:8, Proverbs 10:18, Leviticus 19:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Two Brave Women (Judges 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 4, 2025

How did two brave women deal with Israel's enemies? Let's look at Judges 4.

How did two courageous women in Israel deal with a foreign enemy? How can women lead by example today? Let’s look at Judges 4. Did Israel again fall into sin and the hands of a cruel foreign king? Again the Israelites did evil in the eyes of the Lord, now that Ehud was dead. So the Lord sold them ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Two Trees: From Curiosity To The Cross

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 4, 2026

Jesus called Zacchaeus to come down from a tree, while God called Jesus up onto His.

1. “Climbing to See.” Several years ago, during a crowded Fourth of July parade, a small boy couldn’t see over the adults lining the street. Fire trucks passed. Veterans marched. Flags waved. But all he could see were backs and shoulders. Finally, he climbed a tree along the sidewalk. From that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Views Of The Cross-Greek Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 14, 2009

The cross is not easy for everyone to accept. It is foolishness to the Greeks and a stumbling block to the Jews.

Crucifixion in the Greek Mind March 2, 2008 Views of the Cross: Greek What an idiot. We all do stupid things. How many times have you done something in your life that makes the people around you say: what an idiot? I want you to think of something stupid that you have done. As far as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-23

Denomination: *other

Who Needs Forgiveness?

Contributed by Susan Blader on Aug 25, 2008

Sometimes the people we think need forgiveness are the ones who already have it.

Tradition tells us that Abraham Lincoln once went to a slave auction. While he was there, he noticed a black woman who was about to be auctioned off, and entered the bidding. The bidding went back and forth until eventually Lincoln won, paid the price, and purchased her. When they brought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Over The Top Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 6, 2014

Looks at the principle of giving and receiving, not only in finances but also in Judgment and forgiveness

Over the Top Well here we are, for some of you it is your favorite month of the year at Cornerstone, for others, not so much. If you are new to Cornerstone or a guest today a little background, each year at Cornerstone during the month of April Denn preaches on Money. Well to be exact I preach on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Wesleyan

Two Blind Men’s Sight Restored Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 9, 2017

Two blind men identified Jesus as, “Thou Son of David.” This is significant, because David was a king, and Jesus is the King of Glory and the Son of God.

Harmony of the Gospels -AD 28- East Shore of Galilee Lesson: Two Blind Men’s Sight Restored Matthew 9:27-31 27 And when Jesus departed thence, two blind men followed him, crying, and saying, Thou Son of David, have mercy on us. Notice, that two blind men identified Jesus as, “Thou Son of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah’s Speech To The Undecided Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 5, 2018

IT WAS A DAY to be remembered, when the multitudes of Israel were assembled at the foot of Mount Carmel, and when the lone prophet of the Lord came forward to defy the four hundred and fifty priests of the false god.

3-21-04 Title: Elijah’s Speech to the Undecided Text: "How long halt ye between two opinions? If the Lord be God, follow him; if Baal, then follow him."—1 Kings 18:21. IT WAS A DAY to be remembered, when the multitudes of Israel were assembled at the foot of Mount Carmel, and when the lone ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Elijah Factor Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 22, 2014

The substitution of John for Elijah teaches us much about God’s ways and his dealings with mankind.

The Elijah Factor (Mark 9:9-13, Malachi 4:5-6) 1. The world has been going through a chaotic time. Islamic terrorists have been cruelly killing anyone unlike them. 2. Scotland almost voted for independence but decided to stay with the UK. 3. Vladamir Putin talks about starting World War III; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:9-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible