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The Eternal Word Became One Of Us

Contributed by Vicki Williamson on Feb 28, 2022

Since before the beginning of all things, that is before the beginning as defined by the creative energy of the Eternal Voice, before He spoke light into the darkness and form into the void, He was there. God was there before the beginning.

God,the eternal, all knowing and ever present one. The Father, the Son and Spirit, ?the three are one. One God who is spirit. Only God can create something out of nothing. Before He created, He already knew humanity would give power to their selfish desires and activate evil into His perfect ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:14, John 1:16-18, 1 John 1:1-4, John 1:12-13, Revelation 19:11-16  (view more)  (view less)

The Return Of Christ Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 16, 2014

View the Second Coming with 3 images, pictures (Material adapted from Daniel Overdorf's book, What the Bible Has To Say About the Church: Rediscovering Community; Chapter 15 Eternally Worshiping, pgs. 380-387)

HoHum: It seems like stores put out their Christmas merchandise earlier every year. Let’s start selling Christmas stuff in July, beat the holiday rush. Song by Brave Combo- The president was passing laws, Gave a call to Santa Claus He said, "get that toy machine on high. Economy is in a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving In The Ot: Festival Of Tabernacles

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Oct 10, 2018

Uses the OT Harvest/Tabernacles Festival to add to the meaning of Thanksgiving. 1) Remember the poor, 2) Repent and rejoice, and 3) Look to the future with hope. Can also be used for an interactive Thanksgiving celebration. (How about making a booth or tabernacle?)

THANKSGIVING in the OT: Festival of Tabernacles Happy Thanksgiving! What is the meaning of Thanksgiving? For some, it is all about the Thanksgiving Break: 5 days, or an entire week, to take a break from school or work. For many, it is a time for families to gather, eat too much turkey, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:16, Leviticus 23:39-43, Deuteronomy 16:13-17, Nehemiah 8:13-18, Zechariah 14:16-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Cradle, The Cross, & The Crown

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 16, 2020

Three great milestones mark the life of Jesus Christ: His Incarnation, His Sacrifice, and His Resurrection/Ascension. These three are symbolized by “The Cradle, the Cross, and the Crown.”

THE CRADLE, THE CROSS, & THE CROWN Lk. 2:6-7; Isa. 9:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Q: What’s the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the ordinary alphabet? A: The Christmas alphabet has Noel. 2. Q: What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus? A: Claustrophobic. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-7, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Father And Son

Contributed by Doug Houck on Dec 21, 2020

God shared the pathos of His sacrifice of Jesus through having Abraham sacrifice Isaac. Two storytellers are needed: [#1] will tell the story of Abraham and Isaac, and [#2] will tell the story of God the Father and Jesus.

Introduction [#1] Genesis 22:1-2 This is a story of a Father, Son, and sacrifice. Usually we understand this chapter in terms of testing, faith, obedience, commitment, surrender, substitutionary sacrifice, The Lord Will Provide. It’s all in there. [#2] It also foreshadows another Father, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, John 3:16, Philippians 3:8-10, Romans 8:31-32, Romans 8:38-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Jehovah Shalom: The God Of Peace In The Dangers Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 12, 2022

If you go on Youtube or other streaming services, you can find livestreams from nature centers. Something I like to do is watch live streams of eagles

If you go on Youtube or other streaming services, you can find livestreams from nature centers. Something I like to do is watch live streams of eagles. The nature preserve will set up cameras pointed at the nest, and you can just watch the birds hanging out. And last night I put on the livestream ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-24

Denomination: Salvation Army

Gideon Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 17, 2022

The Cowardly Deliverer

September 17, 2022 40 years have now passed and I bet you cannot guess what happened next…. • The Israelites did what was evil in the eyes of Yahweh. • Yahweh gave them into the hands of the Midianites for 7 years o The hand of the Midianites prevailed over Israel ---- the Israelites made for ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-40, Judges 7:1-25, Judges 8:1-35

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Jesus Christ’s Glorious Return! Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 4, 2023

There is not a single star in our universe as bright as Jesus Christ. His light – and the power of His voice – will not be defeated by Satan’s army when He returns to the Earth!

Alpha and Omega, Part 47, Revelation Part 24 Jesus Christ’s Glorious Return! Revelation 19:11-21 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrate With The Prophets Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Dec 4, 2023

Based on Malachi 5:2 - Challenges hearers to consider the implications of Jesus' birth in Bethlehem.

“CELEBRATE WITH THE PROPHETS” Micah 5:2 FBCF – 12/2/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – A lot of people have a lot of reasons to celebrate these days: - Just celebrated T’giving - TCA Rebels won state football championship for 6th time. - OM fans celebrating their Egg Bowl victory. - Tate Reeves supporters ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

3rd Advent – Joy

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 15, 2023

Advent 3rd week – JOY. The Advent of CHRIST brings JOY to the WORLD. Too often we get all wrapped up in the busyness of the Christmas Season and miss the whole meaning of CHRISTMAS. Take time and stop and pause, and consider the TRUE JOY we are celebrating.

2023.12.17.Sermon Notes. 3rd Advent – JOY William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Advent 3rd week – JOY. The Advent of CHRIST brings JOY to the WORLD. Too often we get all wrapped up in the busyness of the Christmas Season and miss the whole meaning of CHRISTMAS. Take time and stop and pause, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:8-14, Psalm 98:1-9, John 1:14, Romans 5:8, Luke 15:10, Revelation 19:11-16, Deuteronomy 10:17-18, 1 Timothy 6:11-16, Genesis 3:17-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eschatology 11 Of 16 The Second Coming

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 13, 2022

In recent studies we have covered some very important things in the Book of Revelation. We saw …

• The rapture of the church • The receiving of our glorified bodies • The Judgments (The Seal Judgments, The Trumpet Judgments, and The Vial Judgments) All these things will take place on earth during the seven years of the tribulation period. But we also discovered that while this is taking ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Trust And Obey God

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 5, 2024

Jesus tells parables to warn the religious leaders not to remain in their unbelief and disobedience. We are called to believe and obey God. We obey Him because He loves us.

Matt 21:33-46 TRUST AND OBEY GOD We just read a parable by Jesus this morning – the parable about the evil tenants. • If you take a look at what He said before and after, you will notice that Jesus spoke THREE parables in a row. • The first one was the parable of the two sons ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pomp And Circumstance

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

Palm Sunday, the entrance of Jesus announcing the long-awaited Messiah, the King of the Jews

Background to passage: Sometimes called the Christ Hymn, it’s Paul’s passage about the person of Jesus, his incarnation/humiliation, death, and exaltation. Since today is Palm Sunday, I want to look at one aspect of the entrance of Jesus into the city - his kingship. At least some of the Jews ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, Revelation 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Is Time Running Out? Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 18, 2022

2-part series on the importance of knowing who we fight, what signs to look for, and how the Church must learn how to stand firm in these trying times.

Is Time Running Out (Part 1)? 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 Introduction - This morning, we’ll begin a 2-part message simply called … "Is Time Running Out? -- When we consider all that is going on today, we must be cognizant of time -- Time is one of our most precious commodities – really is a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King's Authority, Warning And Judgment - Matthew 21.23-46 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 23, 2025

JESUS, the rightful King, exposes hypocrisy, calls for repentance, and warns of judgment for those who reject HIM.

2025.08.24 Sermon Notes. The King’s Authority, Warning, and Judgment Matthew 21:23–46 (Part 2) William Akehurst, HSWC NOTE: If these messages bless you. Leave a review and 5-star rating so I know their impact on SC. Thank you. BIG IDEA: JESUS, the rightful King, exposes hypocrisy, calls for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-46, James 1:22, Psalm 118:22-23, Zechariah 9:9, Isaiah 56:7, Jeremiah 7:23, Isaiah 5:7, Hebrews 11:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational