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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
This is the homily for a man who was part of our congregation but did not make a clear confession of faith, though he showed positive signs of change and faith after being with us for about 10 years.
The Open Door: Jesus’ Welcome for the Burdened Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew ...read more
Scripture: Mark 9:24, Matthew 11:28-30
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Holes. Gaps. Stretched. Should this be the case? We are gifted to help. We are needed. We are the answer to an age-old problem.
Help Wanted Pt. 2 - Water Boys I. Introduction We are in the middle of a national worker shortage. According to the National Federation of Independent Business, 67% of business owners were trying to hire workers in May 2022, and 92% of those seeking to hire reported few or no qualified applicants. ...read more
Scripture: John 2:1-11
Denomination: Pentecostal
We grew up watching them on TV and in the movies. The truth is in our everyday life we have a choice to make . . . which one are you?
Heroes vs. Villains Pt. 4 - Hero Worship I. Introduction We have been talking about heroes and villains for the last 4 weeks. People are drawn to heroes! A good example of this fact began in 1970. Every year since then scores of people spend thousands of dollars, put on elaborate costumes to dress ...read more
Scripture: Romans 13:7
Jesus through the eyes of Mark
Skipping Christmas Christmas Day December 25, 2022 One of my friends asked what I was going to preach on for Christmas Day and I told him, the birth story of Jesus from the Gospel of Mark. In all honesty, Mark really doesn’t have a birth story. So, this should be really short! Right?! Nah! As ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:1
Denomination: Baptist
My friend, Jon had many health issues and died suddenly of a heart attack. Sudden heart attack is a real pandemic in America.
In preparation for funeral services I often ask people if their loved one had a favorite bible passage or bible story that I can share. Most don’t have one, but when I asked Linda she immediately said, “Joshua 1:9.” Joshua 1:9 (ESV) 9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be ...read more
Scripture: Joshua 1:9
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
A woman of a low class barges into a Pharisee's home to plead for forgiveness from Jesus. He grants her the request. It shows that the common Jews desired the Messiah!
Barging in Luke 7:40-50 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H Koplitz 40 And Jesus answered, and said to him: Simon, I have something to say to thee. He said to him: Say it, Rabbi. Jesus said to him: 41 There were two debtors to a certain creditor; the one owed him five hundred denarii, and the other fifty ...read more
Scripture: Luke 7:40-50
Denomination: United Methodist
If you window shop, it will be harder to resist an offer you should refuse.
Mat 5:27 Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: 8 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. In this case, grace is more strict than the Law. ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:27-28, Romans 8:12-13, Romans 8:2, Romans 7:7-25
Jesus sent his people out to evangelize the world. We need to be doing this today if we want the church to survive into the future.
Being a Part of the Harvest Luke 10:1-16 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 10:1 Now after this the Lord appointed seventy-two others, and sent them in pairs ahead of Him to every city and place where He Himself was going to come. 2 And He was saying to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:1-16
This is the 14th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".
Series: Spiritual Decay [#14] THE COST OF REVENGE Judges 15:1-20 Introduction: Samson shows us what can happen when we seek revenge. After his wife is given to someone else, Samson is filled with anger and sets out to get back at those who wronged him. In his quest for revenge, we see how his ...read more
Scripture: Judges 15:1-20
It is hard to see the good in the world when the bad gets the attention.
A Pure Eye Luke 11:33 - 36 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 33 “No one lights a lamp and puts it away in a cellar nor under a basket, but on the lampstand, so that those who enter may see the light. 34 “Your eye is the lamp of your body; when your eye is clear, your whole body also is full of ...read more
Scripture: Luke 11:33-36
To understand and embrace Jesus as the "Bread of Life," the spiritual sustenance that truly satisfies and sustains us, and to live our lives in faith in Him.
Good morning, church family. I'm excited to share a message with you today from the gospel of John, where Jesus gives us a beautiful metaphor that's as relevant today as it was over 2,000 years ago. He calls Himself "The Bread of Life." Now, I know we all love a good loaf of bread, but Jesus isn't ...read more
Scripture: John 6:25-35
Topics: Satisfaction, Christ
Life can be simple
Old MacDonald Had A Farm 1. Old MacDonald - diversity, simpler times, loose chickens, barn cats, a slower pace. Dad talking about rain, farmer plant 100 acres/day. 2. City - cutthroat, won’t help each other, don’t want to get involved. Kill you for $10. Frantic pace, higher stress level. Priest, ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:25-37
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
What can happen when we "chase after Jesus"?
¡§Chasing After Jesus¡¨ Text: Mark 5:24-34 Open: This woman was ¡§chasing after Jesus¡¨. Are we here today to chase after Jesus? Notice¡K ƒæ NOTICE¡KThe Bible says she ¡§spent all she had¡¨. Have you ever felt that way? You¡¦ve given life everything you¡¦ve got and you¡¦re ¡§spent¡¨ ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 37:39, Mark 5:24-34
Steps to forgiveness - learning to "let it go".
INTRO – Forgive & Forget? Illustration – I recall learning a lesson at summer camp as a young boy. I didn’t have much spending money to take with me. One of my few, inexpensive enjoyments was a box of mini-chiclets. One particular day I had bought a packet, and after chewing a few, I placed the ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:32
In a time of Christmas pageants and packages we are faced with the question,"Is This Really Good News For all of Us Today?" I hope after today’s message you will say, "Oh Yes, this is really good news."
Many of us remember performing in a Christmas musicale at church or school. You may even remember the part you played or perhaps you remember that you forgot some of your lines. Or maybe you remember the charge you used to get on Christmas morning when you would wake up early and begin exploring ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:1-20
Denomination: Methodist
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