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Sermon For Pentecost

Contributed by William Meakin on May 2, 2024

Pentecost is fundamentally a celebration and acknowledgment of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles.

Kevin J. Vanhoozer, an American theologian once remarked: “It is well known that Pentecost reverses Babel. The people who built the tower of Babel sought to make a name, and a unity, for themselves. At Pentecost, God builds his temple, uniting people in Christ. Unity – interpretive agreement and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47, Acts 1:8, 2 Timothy 1:7, Ephesians 6:10

Hallelujah Or Hell-A-Lujah?

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 29, 2012

When we think about hell we think about Retribution; when God thinks about hell God thinks about Redemption.

“HALLELUJAH” OR “HELL-A-LUJAH”? Revelation 20:11 – 21:8 Big Idea: When we think about hell we think about Retribution; when God thinks about hell God thinks about Redemption. REV. 20:11-21:8 (ESV) 11Then I saw a great white throne and him who was seated on it. From ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Righteous

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Apr 14, 2016

For righteousness sake, the righteous dwell in Christ Jesus for truly living in the world is not without sinners and the sinful nature of the flesh---those who commit to holiness in the midst of death.

RIGHTEOUS by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (April 13, 2016) “By faith Noah being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Friends

Fruit Of The Spirit (Peace)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 23, 2022

If I were to ask you:

• “Do you believe in God?” you would probably say, “Yes, of course.” • And if I were to ask, “Do you know God?” you might say, “Yes, and I wish I knew Him better.” • But if I were to ask, “Do you have a deep abiding peace?” I suspect that some of you would reply, “No, I don’t.” Why would I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

New Life In The Home

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on May 21, 2009

"Submit yourselves one to another in the fear of God "

New Life In The Home Ephesians 5:21-6:4 Ephesians 5:21 Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God. Ephesians 5:22 Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord. Ephesians 5:23 For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

But I'm Disappointed Series

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Sep 13, 2002

Our nation grieved the loss of thousands last year in the 9/11 tragedies. Disappointment was one of many feelings we shared. We have all felt disappointment. Comfort is what we seek when we are disappointed. Paul tells us how he is comforted.

Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Series: “What To Do” See also I Don’t Know What To Do; But I’m Disappointed; But I Just Can’t Win; But Life is Too Hard; What You Need, God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-14

Denomination: Methodist

Fire And Brimstone

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 29, 2002

Hell is a place of truth, where the true nature of the human condition will be exposed. If God is holy, there must be a hell. Whereas heaven consists of "whosoever will", hell is a place of "whosoever won’t".

¡§Fire and Brimstone¡¨ -Rev. Dr. Robert G. Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Text: Mark 9:42-49 & Revelation 20:11-15 Outline: A. The Function of Hell B. The Symbolism of Hell C. The Way to Hell D. The Avoidance of Hell Introduction: This is my ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:42-49, Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Congregational

It's Friday But Sunday Is Coming

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Mar 21, 2005

The actions of Friday will be regreted in light of the events of Sunday. Though on Friday, Satan celebrates, soldiers spit, and Pharisees clap, but on Sunday the sinners rejoice.

IT’S FRIDAY BUT SUNDAY IS COMING On December the 7th 1941 the Japanese raided Pearl Harbor. This was a defining moment in American history. The U.S. fleet was reachable by an aircraft carrier force only. The Japanese planes attacked just before 8am. Within a short time five of eight ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remembering The Perks

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jan 16, 2005

Forget not all His Benefits! - Here are a few to remember.

16, January 2004 Dakota Community Church Remembering the Perks Introduction: We have spent a lot of time the last little while going over things like soldiering and depression and other Christian responsibility type issues. Every now and again we need to be reminded that there are many benefits ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-2

Denomination: Mennonite

America Under Attack: "Will We Ever Be The Same?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 11, 2001

What is the primary responsibility of Christ’s church in a time like this? A commentary on the events of Sept 11, 2001

As I begin typing this sermon, it is 2:15 p.m. in New York City and Washington D.C., Tuesday, September 11, 2001. People there are wandering the streets with their arms dangling at their sides, occasionally glancing up toward the open skyline where only 6 hours ago the two towers of the World ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9-13

Denomination: Orthodox

Why Can't I Seem To Muster Enough Faith To Get My Prayer Answered?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 27, 2007

What did Jesus mean when He spoke of all things being possible in prayer if only we have faith?

A CRY FROM OUR HEART: “Why wasn’t my prayer answered?” - Mark 9:17-18. - We look at our situation, whatever it may be, and wonder why our prayer wasn’t answered. - We really wanted that job, but we didn’t get it. - We really wanted to get pregnant this month, but it didn’t happen. - We really ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

The First Christmas Song

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 18, 2007

The first Christmas song was not sung by a hip-hop artist or a famous rock star, but was sung by the Heavenly Host on a Holy Night.

The First Christmas Song By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Luke 2:8-14 Praise the Lord and Merry Christmas. In two days we will be celebrating Christmas the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. On tomorrow night children will try to spy wondering if reindeer really know how to fly, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Apostolic

Pious People Procure Perfected Promises Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Nov 4, 2007

The writer to the Hebrews tried to give confort to the Early Christians that the new converts to the faith were on an equal basis with those of the Old Testament and for the millions to come to Jesus.

HEBREWS 11:40 PIOUS PEOPLE PROCURE PERFECTED PROMISES I. THE PANORAMA: A. Past. B. Present. C. Promise. II. THE PATTERN: A. Person. B. Pardon. C. Partnership. III. THE PERFECTION: A. Plan. B. Provisional. C. Permanent. The writer now brings this part of his writing to a close ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:40

Denomination: Methodist

And Then There Were Three Thieves...

Contributed by Christopher Rainer on Mar 5, 2008

A lot of people believe that there were just two thieves hanging on those crosses on Calvary’s mountain. Well, Luke lets me know that there was some more thievery going on that day...

And Then There Were Three Thieves… Scripture Text: Luke 23:39 – 43 Introduction: Under normal circumstances, it doesn’t feel good to be taken from. It’s different when I give it to you or you have a need and I share what I have with you. It’s another thing altogether for you to see me with it, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

A Sacred Life

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

Sanctity of Life Sunday sermon that addresses more than the abortion issue.

A Sacred Life? Job 10:8-12 According to a Washington Post article by Marc Kaufman, dated Nov. 3, 2003, a young California woman went to a Planned Parenthood office in September looking to end her unwanted pregnancy. Because she was still early in her pregnancy, the clinic offered her the ...read more

Scripture: Job 10:8-12

Denomination: Baptist