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A King Born

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 13, 2015

Seek, worship and rejoice in Jesus.

A KING BORN. Matthew 2:1-12. It is unusual for somebody to be born already possessing the title of “King” – but this was the case with Jesus. Matthew’s report simply states that Jesus was born in Bethlehem (Matthew 2:1): but he quotes the identity of Jesus as “born King” from the lips of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Righteous Branch

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 21, 2019

God has sent John the Baptizer to point us to Christ, the King.

A Righteous Branch Luke 1: 67 - 78 Intro: Thanksgiving is coming. It is that time of year when many people travel to be with family. These and many other questions prevail as weary parents travel being trapped in a car with their small children. “Are we there yet?” “How much longer?” “Can we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Arduous Journey

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 28, 2017

You may have to sometimes boldly stand for God and be ready for tough journey for the glory of God!

Arduous journey Proverbs 3:6 “Acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will make your paths straight.” I was reading the newspaper today and while reading the entertainment column, I read how a choreography team traveled to a height of 12,000 feet to shoot a song in freezing cold temperature. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Friends Help Us To Maintain Joy.” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 25, 2004

Sixth in a series on "Restoring the Joy" a study on the book of Philippians. Paul reminds us the friends help in the difficulties of life, by telling of how Timothy and Epaphroditus were a blessing in his life.

Restoring the Joy Sermon # 6 “Friends Help Us to Maintain Joy.” Philippians 2:19-30 “A youth minister was attending a Special Olympics meet where handicapped children competed with tremendous dedication and enthusiasm. One event ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Completed:the Magi Of Christmas

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Dec 19, 2007

3 Truths 1. What you are willing to do says a lot about what you really believe. 2. The actions you take strengthen the decision you make. 3. What has captured your heart gets your very best.

Faith Completed Pastor Grant van Boeschoten December 16, 2007 (3 Slides to cover this scripture) James 2:14-26 (NRSV) 14 What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but do not have works? Can faith save you? 15 If a brother or sister is naked and lacks daily food, 16 and one ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

A Question About Compassion Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jul 17, 2004

Jesus asked several questions in the gospels, these probing questions were meant to help us discover many aspects about the Christian Faith, today we will look at a question regarding compassion as we look at the example of the good samaritan

INTRODUCTION, At approximately 3:20 on the morning of March 13, 1964, twenty-eight-year-old Kitty Genovese was returning to her home in a nice middle-class area of Queens, NY. She parked her car in a nearby parking lot, turned-off the lights and started the walk to her second floor apartment some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This Next Leg Of The Race Is A “detour”

Contributed by Timothy Enns on Oct 13, 2011

What do we do when difficulties arise in our lives. A look at Paul's and his companions time in Philippi Prison

How many of you have seen the Television reality show the “Amazing Race”. For those of you that have not seen it, there many groups of two people (some married teams, some brother’s teams, some sister teams, mother daughter, father daughter, Father son, engaged couples, dating ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus Sends Out The Twelve Apostles Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 5, 2014

The account of Jesus sending out the twelve apostles on a short-term missions trip will teach us principles for ministry today.

Scripture Jesus was about thirty years old when he began his public ministry (Luke 3:23), which was primarily a ministry of preaching and healing. Jesus’ ministry lasted approximately three years before his death by crucifixion (which I believe took place on April 6, 30 AD). The first half ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Are You Doing Here--It's A New Year?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 11, 2020

What do we expect God to do in our lives in the coming year. What can we expect from the new year that God brings to us. The Life of Elijah shows that God works even through our discouragement.

“What Are You Doing Here” 1Kings 19:1-18 1 Peter 4:12-19 1/13/2020 Have you ever given someone an assignment to go and do something, and you thought they had left to do it. But then you turn around later and they are in the same spot, and you ask the question, “what are you doing here?” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18, 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Sermon On The Mount (Part 20) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 10, 2020

Today Jesus introduces a reality that, when you understand what he's saying, goes against what is commonly thought in the world today. In Matthew 7:13-14 Jesus talks about the narrow and wide gates.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part 20) Matthew 7:13-14 Today Jesus introduces a reality that, when you understand what he's saying, goes against what is commonly thought in the world today. Jesus talks about the narrow and wide gates. 1) The road less travelled. Matt. 7:13-14, "Enter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, Luke 13:22-27, Proverbs 14:12, John 10:7-10, Matthew 24:12-13, Hebrews 10:35-39, Colossians 1:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

On The Road With Jesus: The Leper Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Apr 4, 2019

Only one leper came back to say thank you. Why was this so important? How did he receive grace that the other 9 did not?

On the Road with Jesus: The Leper Luke 17:11-19 March 17, 2019 Last week we began our Lenten series entitled, “On the Road with Jesus”. During Jesus ministry he traveled throughout Palestine bringing a message of hope and love. Jesus most often taught in the local synagogues but he wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Friends

A Faith That Does Save Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 5, 2024

Acts 8:26-40 teaches us about a faith that does save.

Introduction John Newton was born in 1725 in England and lived a rebellious life. As a young man, he worked on ships, including slave ships, transporting enslaved people across the Atlantic. He was notorious for his wild behavior, harsh personality, and lack of faith. His life, dominated by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

New Wine And New Wineskins

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: We must constantly scrutinize our practices by the will of God.

Thesis: We must constantly scrutinize our practices by the will of God. Intro.: 1. Everyone has something dear enough to them that they would fight for it. It is interesting to observe what that something is. a. Illust. A friend of mine tells about a woman he knows who accepts with qui et ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17

When The Storms Come

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 5, 2006

"When it rains it pours", describes how quickly storms can come and how often in the Spiritual life.

When The Storms Come Text: Mark 4:35-41 Pastor W. Max Alderman Introduction: This story takes place on the Sea of Galilee, which is known for its sudden storms. On the Sea of Galilee, it may be said that storms will come suddenly, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Helpful Routines For A New Year

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 6, 2007

Jesus and his family went to the Passover Feast according to custom. It was a helpful routine and not an empty ritual for them. This talk offers four helpful routines for the Church: Praying, Eating, Worshipping and Serving Together (PEWS).

Luke 2: 41-52 Midnight mass – Church on Christmas Day – Presents all opened before 6am – No presents until after Christmas lunch – Turkey with all the trimmings – A family walk in the afternoon – A football match on Boxing Day – Turkey sandwiches for a week – New Year resolutions – A special diet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:42-52

Denomination: Anglican