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These Are The Days Of Elijah

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 20, 2021

Jesus seems to speak about two comings of Elijah, one that lies in the future “to restore all things” and another in their immediate past concerning John the Baptist, who would call the nation to repentance. Those days are here again!

1Ki 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. 1Ki 18:17 ¶ And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1, 1 Kings 18:17-21

Denomination: Methodist

Precious Promises To Make Our Election Sure. Series

Contributed by Christina Milanderb on Nov 6, 2023

Peter says in 1 Peter 1:1-11 we have been given (past tense) "all things" that pertain to Life and godliness therefore, The righteousness of God (Christ in us the hope of glory) SHOULD be manifested in us by The Holy Spirit's mighty power IF we believe.

Peter says because we have been given (past tense) "all things that pertain to Life and godliness" and because we have been given (past tense) "exceeding great and precious promises," we are without excuse and with all diligence SHOULD by believing Jesus is Who He says He is, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-11, Romans 12:3, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 8:29  (view more)  (view less)

Ash Wednesday (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 4, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 57:1-11, Joel 2:12-17, James 4:1-10, Matthew 6:16-21. A). FROM PRAYER TO PRAISE. Psalm 57:1-11. This is a beautifully crafted Psalm which, according to the title, was written by David ‘when he fled from Saul in the cave.’ The Psalm has two sections: first a prayer (PSALM 57:1-6); then ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:1-11, Joel 2:12-17, James 4:1-10, Matthew 6:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Model The Faith Of A Former Leper

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Oct 4, 2025

In these verses we have an example of an unnamed person that models "great faith" for us. May God the Holy Spirit work great faith in us through the Gospel Lesson for this Sunday from Luke 17:11-19.

Canton, Ohio. Cleveland, Ohio. Cooperstown, Pennsylvania. Eveleth, Minnesota. What do those four cities have in common? They all have a “Hall of Fame” located in them. Canton, Ohio is the home of the Football Hall of Fame. You will find the Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. Baseball ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Excellent Motivation

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jan 6, 2025

What excellent motivation, not only right but godly, that we can have or develop to propel us to action, even to do what is seemingly impossible?

“Though he had done so many signs before them, they still did not believe in him, so that the word spoken by the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled: ’Lord, who has believed what he heard from us, and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?’ Therefore they could not believe. For ...read more

Scripture: John 12:37-43

Denomination: Baptist

Then Came Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024

Explores discerning God's divine mission, committing to active discipleship, and boldly declaring the good news of Christ's love and salvation.

Beloved brothers and sisters, we gather here today in the spirit of fellowship and unity, bound together by our shared love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. As we open our hearts and minds to His divine word, let us remember the profound words of Oswald Chambers, who once said, "Our Lord's conception ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18, 1 Timothy 1:15

Topics: Discipleship

The Word Became Flesh PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus as the Divine Word, the unique Savior, and the dwelling presence, emphasizing the transformative power of understanding these aspects of Christ.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a great joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space, where the love of God is so palpably felt. We are here to open our hearts to the Word of God, to allow it to penetrate our souls, to illuminate our minds, and to guide our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Topics: Word, Flesh

Lift The Savior Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon explores recognizing Jesus' majesty, amplifying His message in our lives, and inspiring others towards a relationship with Him.

Welcome, beloved, to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love. We are here to unwrap the divine mysteries, to soak in the profound wisdom, and to be stirred by the life-altering truths that God, in His ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Topics: Lift Jesus

The Paradox Of God's Kingdom Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003

Four paradoxes of God’s kingdom from the parables of Jesus.

Life is filled with paradoxes. Now a paradox is simply a statement or idea that appears to be contradictory. One of the most famous ancient paradoxes was described by a Greek author named Epimenides. Epimenides tells us of a Cretan who utters the words, "All Cretans are liars." Can you see the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strange Days In Jerusalem (Sermon 2) Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 10, 2011

EASTER / LENTEN SERIES (See others posted) The cross was the intersection of all the great roads of history, theology and redemption! Time and eternity, God and man, divine sovereignty and human responsibility all intersect at the cross. Is it any wonder

Strange Days in Jerusalem The Six Miracles of Calvary Using the theme based on the book, The Six Miracles of Calvary, by William R. Nicholson Series Begins 2/28/2010 SERIES INTRODUCTION: 17 And he said unto them, What manner of communications are these that ye have one to another, as ye walk, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:38

Denomination: Baptist

Prelude To Pouring Out The Seven Bowls Of Wrath Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 8, 2017

We have already seen the seven seals, the seven trumpets, and the seven personalities. Now the upcoming seven bowls of wrath are the worst of all.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 1/15/17 Title: Prelude to Pouring Out the Seven Bowls of Wrath (15:1-8) Series: Verse By Verse Through ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

4th Sunday After Pentecost. June 21st, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 17, 2023

Year A, Proper 7.

Genesis 21:8-21, Psalm 86:1-10, Psalm 86:16-17, Jeremiah 20:7-13, Psalm 69:7-18, Romans 6:1-11, Matthew 10:24-39. A). ISHMAEL. Genesis 21:8-21. The history of Ishmael and Isaac is the history of the struggle between flesh and spirit, between the carnal seed and the spiritual seed, between ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21, Psalm 86:1-10, Psalm 86:16-17, Jeremiah 20:7-13, Psalm 69:7-18, Romans 6:1-11, Matthew 10:24-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Zechariah's Second Vision Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 1, 2021

Message focuses on the sovereignty of God, divine retribution on nations that oppress God's people, and God's vindication of his elect. This word of comfort and assurance has timeless application for God's people of all ages.

Life is not fair! The godly suffer unjustly, and the wicked seem to get away with their evil deeds. Unbelievers point to all the pain and suffering in the world and defiantly say, “If God is a just, loving God, why does he allow war? Why does he allow disease and famine? Where was he during the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-12, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 2 Corinthians 10:3-4, Romans 11:28-29, Genesis 12:3, Psalm 137:1-9, Ecclesiastes 8:11-13, Galatians 6:7, Romans 12:19, Haggai 2:1-23, Romans 8:18-38, Zechariah 1:1-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

That Which Is Flesh. The Terri Schiavo Delima.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 23, 2005

When is life over, when is it time to say enough, when is it time to give a life over to Gods will? The question many are refusing to address; ”Is the body of Terri Schiavo a “soul-animated” Body, otherwise is her body without the Spirit?

That which is Flesh. The Terri Schiavo delima. When is life over, when is it time to say enough, when is it time to give a life over to Gods will? The question many are refusing to address; ”Is the body of Terri Schiavo a “soul-animated” Body, otherwise is her body without the Spirit? ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:18-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rizpah And The Rain

Contributed by Glenn Branham on Apr 30, 2005

Sin is committed with consequences and must be addressed to be forgiven.

"Rizpah and the Rain" 2 Samuel 21:1-14 Intro: We only have the essentials of the story. We are not given the details of Saul’s atrocities against the Gibeonites. Our only information comes from this passage. We gather that Saul imitated a zeal for God by an arrogant act of self-righteousness. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal