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Thy Will Be Done Series

Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Jul 9, 2023

Today we continue with the second part of the Lord's prayer, Thy Kingdom Come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Thy Will Be Done: In the Lord’s prayer, when Jesus said we request for the Kingdom to come, there is an addition for this to be effective. Let your Kingdom Come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. The fullness of the manifestation of the kingdom is experienced where His will is ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34, 1 Peter 4:2, Hebrews 10:36, 1 Peter 3:17, 1 John 2:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wise Men Still Seek Him

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 21, 2023

Christmas Magi

WISE MEN STILL SEEK HIM (MATTHEW 2:1-18) The media and the malls like nothing more than freezing Christ out of Christmas. It is a culture war, a liberal bias and a left-wing agenda no one likes to admit. How did the magi or wise men celebrate Christmas? What do the wise today need to know about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wake And Repent, But That's Not All

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 30, 2023

We have to be ready for Christ every moment of every day. It is our 24-7 responsibility as Christians.

First Sunday in Advent 2023 In many churches, the prescribed hymn for the first Sunday in Advent is “Wachet Auf,” which in English is usually rendered “Wake, awake, for night is flying, the watchmen on the heights are crying; awake, Jerusalem, at last. Midnight hears the welcome voices, and at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:16-17, Isaiah 63:19, Isaiah 64:2-7, 1 Corinthians 1:3-9, Mark 13:33-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Living Sacrifice

Contributed by David Seeley on Jan 2, 2005

We are to present ourselves to God as a living sacrifice surrendered totally to Him for His use and glory.

I. The Exhortation. “I beseech”—This word is a strong word meaning to beg, to implore. It carries a much stronger thought than merely asking for something or making a casual recommendation. II. The Motive. “By the mercies of God.” All of us have been recipients of God’s mercies. His mercies are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Holiness

A Kingdom Focus Of Politics As Usual

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 5, 2004

Jesus models for us a Kingdom Focus when confronted with political issues.

A KINGDOM FOCUS OR ‘POLITICS AS USUAL’? Matthew 22:15-22 •This is the question every believer must ask during election time. Will I maintain a Kingdom focus, or will I revert to ‘politics as usual’? Will I allow myself to be salt and light through the political processes, or will I focus on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

"The Unconscious Hypocrites”

Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jul 7, 2009

People say they do not want to go to our church because of all the hypocrites. Is it possible to go through life not knowing that our lifestyle portrays hypocrisy? Could we in fact be "an unconscious hypocrite?"

“The Unconscious Hypocrites” Matthew 7:15-20 The remainder of Chapt. 7 has one message; walking through the “strait or narrow gate & staying on the path! On this journey, we are shown some of the hindrances, obstacles, or pitfalls one might encounter. We are shown 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

"American Idol”

Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jul 7, 2009

It has been said that the eye is the closest to soul and is the agent used to judge right from wrong. So if the eye & heart are in conflict, how can the body function properly.

“American Idol” Matthew 6:22-24 Theme; a picture of a Christian life in this world in the presence of God, actively submissive, and entirely dependent upon Him. Simply put, a picture of children in relationship to their father as they travel on this pilgrimage called life! * Chapter 6 broke ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Necessity Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 16, 2009

It is a tragedy both on the physical level and the spiritual level for one to fail to grow or neglect to grow.

The Growing Christian Series The Necessity of Spiritual Growth 2 Peter 3:18 Introduction It is a tragedy both on the physical level and the spiritual level for one to fail to grow or neglect to grow. When we were children, most of us had the fear that we would never grow up to adulthood. We could ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

"The Gate Is Still Narrow"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 26, 2001

This is not a full sermon. It is a devotional to be used in your Bible study/discussion group. But the message is timely.

“Enter by the narrow gate; for the gate is wide, and the way is broad that leads to destruction, and many are those who enter by it. For the gate is small, and the way is narrow that leads to life, and few are those who find it.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Orthodox

Wake Up Sleepy Head

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 13, 2009

Believers need to wake up out of their sleep

Judges 16:19-20 “A man liked to sleep frequently in church, so the pastor devised a plan. During one service the pastor asked his congregation while the man was sleeping, ‘All who want to go to heaven, please rise.’ Everyone stood up except the sleeper. Then, at ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday – My Way Or The High Way

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 14, 2008

Just as the crowds praised and then a few days later crucified Jesus. We must be a people that "stays the course" and follows Jesus as Lord, not as a "quick fix" for our problems.

Palm Sunday – My Way or the High Way – Luke 19:29-48 Intro.: These religious leaders think the whole world has gone after Jesus because of the crowds waving their palm branches as Jesus entered the city. But despite the number of people around that day, no one seemed to grasp the magnitude of what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-48

Denomination: Charismatic

What Is A Christian?

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 27, 2012

The word Christian is a two sided coin 1. United to Christ 2. Unction by Christ

Acts 11:26 ...... And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch. - WHEN A COIN has been so long in use that its impression is almost effaced, it is not easy to recapture its appearance as it came from the mint. - Words are like coins — they are worn down by usage, and not only ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Baptist

Anti-Nativity Scrooges Selective In What Gods They Toss Out Into The Cold

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Dec 21, 2012

Anti-Nativity Scrooges Selective In What Gods They Toss Out Into The Cold

For decades, Santa Monica churches erected nativity scenes on municipal park land there in celebration of the Christmas season. However, the onward march to abolish the assorted foundations upon which America was built continues unabated and is now even seeming to accelerate as evidenced by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"It's Tight, But It's Right"

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Oct 24, 2014

This text reminds us that God sets the terms and conditions for a life with Him through Jesus Christ.

“Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road is easy that leads to destruction, and there are many who take it. 14For the gate is narrow and the road is hard that leads to life, and there are few who find it. (Matthew 7:13-14) This text is part of a discourse by Jesus to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Change Of Status

Contributed by James W Hare on Jul 27, 2013

Despite the crippling conditions that we may find ourselves in, thank God for the positive possibilities for things to change.

A Change of Status Galatians 3:15-18:41-7 Despite the crippling conditions that we may find ourselves in, thank God for the positive possibilities for things to change. Irrespective of a history that once hampered, or a present predicament that may seem to impede progress, or a future that looks ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist