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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
We have an obligation to continue the Lord's mission on earth to reach our Jerusalem and beyond.
CONTINUING THE JOURNEY Luke 9:51 Introduction • This verse begins the last 6 months of Jesus ministry before He died on the cross for us. • From here through chapter 21 the emphasis shifts from miracles to parables, from deeds to words. • Everything about His life is centered on ...read more
Scripture: Luke 9:51
Denomination: Baptist
To show that GOD made us in His image, in the image of grace, not a kingdom of works and performances but of power.
I. EXORDIUM: Are you a self-made man? No. I'm made by grace. 2 Corinthians 12:9 (Amplified Bible) But He said to me, My grace (My favor and loving-kindness and mercy) is enough for you [sufficient against any danger and enables you to bear the trouble manfully]; for My strength and power are ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:14
Denomination: Pentecostal
Blessed are those who mourn and blessed are the meek
I. Introduction A. A guy walking in the desert desperately needed a drink. As he followed the dunes, he came upon another man riding a camel. He asked the man if he had something to drink. The man on the camel said "No, but if you like, I have a nice selection of ties. Would you like to buy one?" ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:3-4
Hungering and Thirsting After Righteousness
I. Introduction A. Mrs. Jones was reading a letter at breakfast. Suddenly she looked up suspiciously at her husband. "Henry," she said, "I've just received a letter from mother saying she isn't accepting our invitation to come and stay, as we do not appear to want her. What does she mean by ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:6-7
A continuation of the series on the Sermon on the Mount
I. Introduction A. Two gas company servicemen, a senior training supervisor and a young trainee, were out checking meters in a suburban neighborhood. They parked their truck the end of the alley and worked their way to the other end. At the last house, a woman looking out her kitchen window ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:8-12
The scripture makes a great distinction between a Christian who occasionally commits sin and a lost person who lives a lifestyle of sin.
CONTINUING IN HIM INTRODUCTION: Today some of you will not like the sermon. I know that because I have preached it before and some people did not like it. Some will call it mean-spirited, unloving or even un-Christian. Sometimes, in trying to teach a positive lesson we need to use negative words. ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-12
In today's sermon we see that though Christians encounter opposition, they also experience assurance.
Introduction The past few Sundays we have been exploring Christianity by looking primarily at the Gospel of Mark. I have asserted that the heart of Christianity is a person—Jesus of Nazareth. To that end we have answered three questions: 1. Who is Jesus? 2. Why did Jesus come? 3. What does ...read more
Scripture: John 19:30
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
There is always much to learn from the risen Christ. At the Sea of Galilee, the disciples learned that a small change can make a huge difference, and that we have a charge to keep.
Like many other professions, keeping up clergy credentials in the United Methodist Church requires a program of continuing education. Exactly what direction that continuing ed takes can vary according to the pastor’s needs or the churches needs, but the point is to make sure that the clergy ...read more
Scripture: John 21:1-19
Denomination: United Methodist
There are a lot of "religions" and "belief" systems that sound pretty convincing. But when you have been planted properly, why even consider them, just "Continue the Journey."
Introduction I. Maybe you have recently read a book or article about so-called “near death” experiences. A. I admit, I really haven’t read a complete book or even an article on the subject, but I know that there are many out there. B. I have heard people relate their “experience” on shows like ...read more
Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7
Denomination: Methodist
1. Mordecai’s new reward (vs. 1-2 & 10:1-3). 2. Esther’s new request (vs. 3-6). 3. The King’s new ruling (vs. 7-10). 4. The Jews’ resistance (vs. 11-14). 5. The Jews’ rejoicing (vs. 15-18).
For Such a Time as This Part 8: The Victory Continues Esther 8:1-17 & 10:1-3 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 15, 2012 BACKGROUND: *About 500 years before Christ, Esther the secret Jew was chosen to be queen of the Persian Empire. Esther was put there by the invisible Hand of ...read more
Scripture: Esther 8:1-17
Peter restored, the story continues
The Story Continues Read John 21:15-19 John 21:15-19 When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon son of John, do you truly love (Agape) me more than these?" "Yes, Lord," he said, "you know that I love (phileo) you." Jesus said, "Feed my lambs." 16 Again Jesus said, ...read more
Scripture: John 21:15-25
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Have you ever felt as if your efforts were in vain, and questioned if you were making a difference? We find ourselves questioning God, and tempted to abandon the work. We are not the first to feel this way. God is able to provide the strength we need.
Compelled to Continue Jeremiah 20:9 The life and ministry of Jeremiah was interesting to say the least. He is commonly known as the “Weeping Prophet,” and for good reason. His ministry spanned forty years in Judah, leading up to their captivity at the hands of the Babylonians. During his faithful ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9
Message explores the importance of continuing in the faith. "The just shall live by faith" is stated four times in Scripture. What is its meaning, and what are the implications for us?
Heb. 10:38 5-7-16 #5 in Series: Grace Works! Intro “The just shall live by faith.” That statement is found four times in Scripture. It is the revelation that fueled the Protestant Reformation. It is the basis of Martin Luther’s understanding of justification by faith. The impact of that verse on ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-38, Hebrews 12:1-2, 1 Timothy 4:13-16, Luke 22:31-32, Genesis 3:1-6, Habakkuk 2:1-4 (view more) (view less)
Denomination: Charismatic
A sermon for the New Year.
“Continuing the Journey” Philippians 3:4b-15 What do you want more than anything else in the world? Is it a higher paying job? Is it a bigger house? Is it some “perfect career”? Is it to be the envy of your friends, co-workers; classmates? Is it to “know Christ and the power of his ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:4-15
Reconciliation and Redemption are key subjects for these verses...
TEACHING BRIEF Date Written: July 23, 2012 Date Taught: July 25, 2012 Church: OPBC (Wed Night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: A Study in the Book of Ruth Text: Ruth 2:4-13 NLT (read ALL passage here) Introduction: Last week we saw how redemption was happening for Naomi and Ruth & how this ...read more
Scripture: Ruth 2:4-13
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