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The Nearness Of God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 27, 2022

Popular religion speaks about man reaching up to God. However, the reality is that God is reaching down to us. Yes, Christ is stretching out His arms to us upon the Cross.

THE NEARNESS OF GOD. Isaiah 65:1-9. People sometimes talk about somebody who ‘found God.’ God was never lost; it is people who are lost. When the prodigal son returned to his father, the father said, ‘this my son was lost, but now is found’ (cf. Luke 15:24). Yet, in their distress, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Behold The Days Are Coming.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 23, 2022

The restoration of post-exilic Israel, and the new covenant in Christ.

BEHOLD THE DAYS ARE COMING. Jeremiah 31:27-34. “Behold, the Days are Coming.” This is a recurring motif in Jeremiah (cf. Jeremiah 23:5; Jeremiah 30:3; Jeremiah 31:27; Jeremiah 31:31; Jeremiah 33:14-15). There is a certainty about it because it is a declaration of the LORD. The time of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:27-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 9, 2022

Do not conform to this world standard, world scales, or world patterns of thinking, doing, and acting accordingly but be transformed, renewed, revived, and reformed according to the standard of the Gospel of Christ.

Romans 12:01-08 Living Sacrifice to God 1. Present yourself - Romans 12:1-2 Present yourself as a living and pleasing sacrifice to God. This is the spiritual act of worship. Do not conform to this world standard, world scales, or world patterns of thinking, doing, and acting accordingly but be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Benefits Of Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Jason Duhon on May 9, 2023

Without a doubt, there are costs that come with discipleship. But there are also some incredible benefits.

Last week, we began a cost-to-benefit analysis of discipleship. On one side of the ledger are the costs. What will it take for me to truly be a disciple of Jesus Christ? On the other side of the ledger are the benefits. What gains should I expect as a Christian? Today we will focus on the benefits ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Catch-22 Is A Two-Edged Sword Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 4, 2022

Best of all, when all of us are dead and forgotten, the Church will continue to speak the truth, in season and out.

Homily for Monday of 5th Week in Course Mk 6:53-56 Some time ago the local newspaper ran a story about a Catholic layman who has a healing ministry. The word “miracle” is something like a fighting word in our age of skepticism. We have been trained in science class from our earliest years to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:53-56, Psalm 132:6-10, 1 Kings 8:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

Children - The Earth Of Tomorrow

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 16, 2022

Humans, to a large extent, determine the state of the earth. Whatever actions the children of today take in the future will either preserve or destroy the earth and humanity with it. The children of today are the earth of tomorrow.

TEXT: Genesis 18:19 "For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgment; that the LORD may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him." Proverbs 29:2 "When the righteous are in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:19, Proverbs 29:2, Deuteronomy 6:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christian Ethics: Putting On Compassion, Kindness, And Forgiveness

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 15, 2023

As believers, we are called to live out our faith in practical ways, reflecting the character of Christ. In Colossians 3:12-13, the apostle Paul provides valuable guidance on how to exhibit Christian virtues such as compassion, kindness, and forgiveness.

Point 1: Clothe Yourself with Compassion Cross-Reference: Ephesians 4:32 Compassion lies at the heart of the Christian ethic. Just as a person adorns themselves with clothing, we are called to clothe ourselves with compassion. Compassion enables us to empathize with others, sharing in their joys ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-13, Ephesians 4:32, Proverbs 3:3-4, Matthew 18:21-22, Romans 15:5-6, Philippians 4:7, Psalm 119:105, 1 Thessalonians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Explore The Earth, But Think Heaven.

Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Jun 19, 2023

LUKE 16:24 "And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame."

EXPLORE THE EARTH, BUT THINK HEAVEN. LUKE 16:24 "And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame." COLLOSIANS 1:28 "Whom we preach, warning every ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

No "pay For Play" In God's Economy

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 22, 2023

God Does Not Need Anything from Us. It's the Other Way around.

Twelfth Sunday in Course 2023 The words of Jeremiah today sound very much like a political candidate’s lament over the words of an enemy: Here’s what my opponent is plotting: “Denounce him. . .perhaps he can be deceived, then we can overcome him. . .” But really, those of us who have been around ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:10-13, Romans 5:12-15, Matthew 10:26-33

Denomination: Catholic

Psalm 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 31, 2024

Psalm 1

Psalm 01 – The Way of the Righteous Introduction: If I just had _______________________, I would be happy? 5 Books (Psalm 1-2 set the foundation for the entire book) Verse 1 | How happy is the one who does not walk in the advice of the wicked or stand in the pathway with sinners or sit in ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Adoption Of Mephibosheth.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 5, 2025

An illustration of what it means to be adopted into the family of God.

THE ADOPTION OF MEPHIBOSHETH. 2 Samuel 9:6-13. David the son of Jesse, and Jonathan the son of king Saul, were the best of friends. When they parted ways they entered into a covenant in which David vowed to show kindness to Jonathan’s family “for ever” (cf. 1 Samuel 20:14-16). After David became ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon Title: "let Freedom Ring"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jun 26, 2025

It's time to let freedom ring in our lives, our families, and our nation.

Sermon Title: "Let Freedom Ring" Scripture: Galatians 5:1, 13-14 Introduction: Brothers and sisters, today we gather to celebrate a freedom that was fought for, bought with sacrifice, and continues to ring in our hearts and communities. Galatians 5 reminds us that Christ has set us ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Methodist

Grace, Not License To Sin Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 1, 2025

The Bible warns us that a life of continuous sin renders us unfit to represent the Kingdom of God.

As believers, we are reminded that the gifts of God are irrevocable, yet they are contingent upon our willingness to walk in righteousness. The Bible warns us that a life of continuous sin renders us unfit to represent the Kingdom of God. A true servant of the Lord must embody the teachings of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Philippians 2:3-8, John 8:11

Love's Law Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 27, 2025

Stephen

Acts 6: 8 -15 Love's Law Fulfilled 1. The Work The Vessel - 8 And Stephen, The Virtue - full of faith and power, The Victory - did great wonders and miracles among the people. 2. The Warfare Religous Opposition - 9 Then there arose certain of the synagogue, Rigorous Opposition - ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Holiness

What Is The Trinity? Do Christians Worship Three Gods? By Josh Mcdowell

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 29, 2025

http://www.josh.org/resources/answers-to-skeptics-questions/what-is-the-trinity/

One of the most misunderstood ideas in the Bible concerns the teaching about the Trinity. Although Christians say that they believe in one God, they are constantly accused of polytheism (worshiping at least three gods). The Scriptures do not teach that there are three Gods; neither do they teach ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4

Denomination: Vineyard