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The 10 Commands – Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 21, 2020

Working through the book of Exodus using consecutive expository preaching. Exodus 20:12-14. Teaching Sheet for the bulletin included at end of text.

Sermon Series “Exodus” Exodus 20:12-14 “The 10 Commands – Part 2” Pastor John Bright Exodus 20 “12 “Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you. 13 “You shall not murder. 14 “You shall not commit adultery.” Last week we covered ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-14

Denomination: Methodist

The 10 Commands – Part 3 Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 21, 2020

Working through the book of Exodus using consecutive expository preaching. Exodus 20:15-17. Teaching Sheet for the bulletin included at end of text.

Sermon Series “Exodus” Exodus 20:15-17 “The 10 Commands – Part 3” Pastor John Bright Exodus 20 “15 “You shall not steal. 16 “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. 17 “You shall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, nor his male servant, nor ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15-17, Colossians 3:15, Proverbs 12:22, James 1:22, Ephesians 4:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

"what God Called Clean" Fifth Sunday Of Easter, Year C Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on May 14, 2022

Change is all around us, even in the church. And change is never easy. Our text this week is about a whole new direction for the beginnings of the church.

Acts 11:1-18 The Jewish leaders in Judea, the circumcised, The Church Leaders rebuked Peter for sharing a meal, Breaking Bread, with the uncircumcised, the Gentiles (cf. Galatians 2:11-14). They gave him holy heck for doing what they felt went against the rules. Peter proceeds to tell how it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Where Are The Nine? (Thanksgiving)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Nov 29, 2024

In this text we learn about an encounter Jesus had with ten lepers as He entered a village between Samaria and Galilee on His way to Jerusalem

As He made His Journey, He heard this pitiful cry from ten lepers “Jesus, Master”! Notice, they called him “Master”. They did not call Him “Teacher” or “Lord” or “Messiah” or “Son of David”, they called Him “Master”. Is this significant? Yes, they called Him Master because a more literal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

(Thank God I’m Still In His Hands)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Mar 20, 2025

In the text before us The spirit of the Lord drives Jeremiah down to the potter's house. To see a parable in action. A parable in deeds and not in words.

Jeremiah 18:1-6 (KJV) 1 The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, 2 Arise, and go down to the potter's house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words. 3 Then I went down to the potter's house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels. 4 And the vessel that he ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Every Day With Jesus Is Sweeter Than The Day Before

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 9, 2022

Look at this text verse careful, I want you to show you two things that perhaps you have never seen in this verse before.

1) First, notice He says something about (His joy) “My JOY” 2) Secondly, notice He says something about “Our joy.” What I want you to see HIS JOY and OUR joy is suppose to be the same. God wants us to have the same kind of joy that He has. He wants that joy to REMAIN in us seven days a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness – Part 3 – Jesus Is Our Pattern Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

In the Wesleyan tradition, we rely on a clear understanding of holiness. This series clears ups some modern-day misunderstandings. Teaching sheet at the end of the text.

"Holiness – Part 3 – Jesus is our Pattern" 1 John 2:3-6 Pastor John Bright 1 John 2 “3 Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments. 4 He who says, “I know Him,” and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. 5 But whoever keeps His ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6, Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Mark 1:35-37

Denomination: Methodist

Speaking Of Tongues Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004

Greek Word Study which has convinced many open-minded that this sign gift has ceased in its Biblical form. Link included to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

SPEAKING of TONGUES I Cor. 14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SpeakingOfTongues.html I want to make it crystal clear that our purpose tonite is not in any way to impune, insult, or attack any brother or sister in Christ. Any friend of Jesus is a friend of mine! And so, w/ no malice, no anger, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

Obey God's Plan For Giving Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 10, 2003

My desire as your pastor is that all of you experience success in your Christian life. One of the more important aspects of any Christian’s life is giving and tithing and we will look at that topic today. The passage that we will look at is a simple one

8 RULES FOR LIVING A SUCCESSFUL CHRISTIAN LIFE: OBEY GOD’S PLAN FOR GIVING MATTHEW 19:16-22 INTRODUCTION What does a successful Christian life look like? My desire as your pastor is that all of you experience success in your Christian life. I would define ‘success’ in the Christian life as being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's The Big Deal About Alcohol Anyways? Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jul 2, 2008

Alcohol is a major problem in our culture and a political hot topic within the American Church. But what does God really think about it? Is it sin? Is it evil? Or is it okay in moderation? Pastor Ryan attempts to answer these and more in part 2 of his for

Forbidden Part 2- What’s The Bid Deal About Alcohol Anyways? Pastor Ryan Akers Hymn #365- A pastor was preaching on alcohol one Sunday and to finish up his sermon with some passion he said, “If I had all the beer in the world, I would throw it into the river!” Then with a little more passion and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:10-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Old School Discipleship

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 6, 2017

The passage we are going to look at today is from Deuteronomy 6 and has much to share with us about the topic of “discipleship” especially because this passage is quoted by Jesus in Matthew (22:37), Mark (12:29-30), and Luke (10:27).

OLD SCHOOL DISCIPLESHIP DEUTERONOMY 6:1-12 #discipleship INTRODUCTION… “Old School” (p) If you use the phrase “Old School,” you are using a slang phrase that means “anything from an earlier era that is looked upon with respect.” (urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=old%20school). It is very ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Old School Discipleship

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 6, 2017

The passage we are going to look at today is from Deuteronomy 6 and has much to share with us about the topic of “discipleship” especially because this passage is quoted by Jesus in Matthew (22:37), Mark (12:29-30), and Luke (10:27).

OLD SCHOOL DISCIPLESHIP DEUTERONOMY 6:1-12 #discipleship INTRODUCTION… “Old School” (p) If you use the phrase “Old School,” you are using a slang phrase that means “anything from an earlier era that is looked upon with respect.” (urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=old%20school). It is very ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sequence Of End Times - (Recommended For Personal Study) Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Oct 9, 2021

There has been many interpretations and understandings on the end times. We do not know which is accurate. This is an information and sequence of end times as many agree with and believed to be correct! I also agree with this sequence. I appreciate all the differences of opinions on this topic.

1. PAST EVENTS ALREADY FULFILLED: - Jesus the Messiah is Born in Bethlehem - Micah 5:2; Matthew 2:1 - The Finished Work of Christ on the Cross - John 19:30; 1 Corinthians 15:3 - The Destruction of the Temple - Matthew 24:2 - Jewish Dispersion Deuteronomy 28:15-29; Ezekiel 36:2-8; Zechariah 10:9 - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-3, Isaiah 11:11-12, John 14:1-3, Romans 14:10-12, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, Daniel 7:23  (view more)  (view less)

Respect Civil Authority Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 6, 2014

Peter indicates that our salvation should impact how we related to governmental authority. Submission is not a popular topic, but it is needful, in our rebellious & self-gratifying society. Submission is recognition of God¡¯s right to govern our lives.

1 PETER 2: 13-17 RESPECT CIVIL AUTHORITY [Renewing Hope Series] [Romans 13:1-7 / Acts 4:19-20; 5:29] From this point on 1 Peter discusses the effect of our salvation on our life and relationships. Because of our fallen understanding, what living the Christian life entails needs to be spelled ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

End Of Your Prayer Is The Beginning Of Your Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Nov 17, 2020

Living a prayer life is as important as the effective prayer time we have with God. Prayer is more than a ritual, it is building a relationship with the most important being in the universe. That’s why this topic is important than all other prayer teachings.

Our prayer life is examined by our fruitfulness in life. A sponge soaked in oil when it is squeezed spills out oil, and a sponge soaked in water, when squeezed, give out water. What goes inside comes out. If through prayer you have allowed God to work out in your life, godliness and spiritual gifts ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:22, 1 Samuel 17:45, 1 Samuel 17:34-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible