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Good News For The Weak Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 3, 2021

God uses the weak to shame the strong; he does this by choosing the young Mary for the important task of bearing his Son.

INTRODUCTION • Over the next three weeks, we will look at different characters in the Christmas story to see how the birth of Jesus was good news of great joy for all of them, a poor young couple like Joseph and Mary, the marginalized shepherds, or even cosmic beings (angels). • We tend to focus on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Receives All

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 24, 2022

A young lady was telling another woman that when she got married she was going to marry a man who had:

• The Looks • The Money • The Intelligence • The Courage • The Personality • And was a perfect gentleman in every way She said, "The man I marry will have everything!" The lady she was talking to said, "If you are going to wait to marry a man that has all of that, you will never ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Message

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 3, 2022

A message delivered at the funeral of a young woman when most of those attending made no pretense of following the Faith of Christ the Lord.

“It is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment, so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him” [HEBREWS 9:27-28]. [1] Memorials are erected, and forgotten. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles (15 Of 39)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

After the young Christian church had been through much persecution, it was called upon to do two unusual things:

• Accept Saul, who had been one of the worst enemies it had. • Accept the Gentiles as part of the Christian church. We must remember, the young Christian church was composed of Jews who, although saved, had been raised from childhood to consider that anyone who was a gentile, was on the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Over Sin And Walking In The Spirit. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 3, 2024

While accepting Jesus at a young age can be a genuine experience, it is important to understand that salvation is not just a one-time event.

Accepting Jesus as Savior at a young age, even as young as 7, does not guarantee a life of perfect obedience or immunity from sin. Salvation is a gift of grace received through faith in Jesus Christ, and it is a personal relationship that grows and matures over time. While accepting Jesus at a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8-10, Philippians 2:12-13, Hebrews 3:14

The Right Fight Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Oct 28, 2009

What is the things we should be fighting for? Nehemiah teaches us that we need to be reminded what we are fighting for...

THE RIGHT FIGHT More than 400 years before Christ… the people of Israel found themselves in a hard moment. After over 100 years of exile… separation from their home and scattered abroad… they struggle to keep their heritage, their faith, their history. Nehemiah is one ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Dwell With The Lord

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 21, 2020

When we dwell with the Lord, our hearts and minds are transformed.

January 19, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 1:19-42 To Dwell with the Lord Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Where are you staying?” The question John’s disciples ask Jesus is a common one. It’s a location ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-42

Denomination: Lutheran

A Decade Of Discipleship

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 1, 2020

Jesus commissioned His disciples to "Make Disciples of All Nations!" How can we do this? This message examines this command of Jesus and guides us in the beginnings of accomplishing this command.

Matthew 28:19-20 NIV 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." 2 Timothy 2:2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, 2 Timothy 2:2, Ephesians 4:11-16, Mark 16:15-16, Titus 2:1-8, Hebrews 10:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Glass Houses: The Wedding Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 18, 2019

Jesus atones for the sins of our judging

There are plenty of glass houses in our lives and one of the most celebrated comes in the form of a wedding. A wedding is ripe for judgment. From the guests showing up, to the crazy family member’s behavior, to the bridal parties’ actions, the pastor’s homily and even the bride’s wedding dress. ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, Galatians 2:20, Luke 9:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Christmas Meditation

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 24, 2014

Is Christ in a manger a decoration; or is He Lord of your life?

“In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This was the first registration when Quirinius was governor of Syria. And all went to be registered, each to his own town. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

#3 A Prayer For A Graduate Series

Contributed by Alex Perednia on Jun 1, 2003

Using Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21, we have an effective model for praying for what we need.

What would you ask for if you found a genie-in-a-bottle and were granted three wishes that were bound to come true? Graduates, if you could have three wishes fulfilled, what would you ask for? Have you heard the story of a young man who found a genie-in-a-bottle? This young adult is walking down ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing To Have God As Your Guard Series

Contributed by Dr. Nicholas M. Muteti on Jun 24, 2011

There is a blessing to have God as your protector. No one can guard you as He does. He guards you diligently, in your walk, and even in your sleep; He protects you and your dear ones; He watches over you continuously, day and night, entirely, body and sou

THE BLESSING OF HAVING GOD AS YOUR GUARD: Part 3 PSALM 121 Illustration- In June 2010, my wife and I and another Pastor and his wife and three young adults travelled to Kenya for a two week Mission Trip. As I led this trip, I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Do People Still Want To See Jesus?

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Mar 20, 2018

This sermon talks about things in our world but points toward the hope found in Jesus

You know, things have changed a lot since I was a kid. I remember when everything revolved around the church and these days it seems we juggle church around everything else and I think it causes society to lack something, and sometimes I wonder, do people still want to see Jesus, do folks still ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persecution-The Way To Happiness Series

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 20, 2003

Introduction: We are made to love and to be loved. We like to be liked. Friendship is the atmosphere in which we breathe most freely. To be ridiculed as a child is a heart breaking experience, but the pain is not lessened as one becomes an adult.

Persecution-The Way to Happiness Text: "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, per­secute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Narnia Christmas Series

Contributed by Jonathan Dove on Jan 4, 2006

This was a special service where the auditorium was decorated as Narnia and people in costume (including me as the professor). We had a costume competition for kids as well. The sermon dialogues a little with children and adults and integrates various les

11th December 05 ABC A Narnia Christmas Welcome (earlier in service) Welcome to the world of Narnia. We continue a Celebrate Christmas series, something a little bit different from our normal services. Jesus often sat down on the side of a hill or in the city. Parents would sometimes bring ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible