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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 must slow down at God’s “yellow lights,” stop at His “red lights,” and proceed at His “green lights” for the highest reason - love. The absence of obedience just shows our rebellion and UN-love for God.
Opening illustration: One morning as I left Maureena for work, I began to wonder, why should I obey God’s laws? The answer played out as I approached a traffic light that had just turned yellow. A driver at the intersection waited to make sure I had fully stopped. Why did I stop? I asked ...read more
Scripture: Mark 12:28-34
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
When I finished college I rejoiced, thinking that at last I would be free of tests - that I would never have to take another. But I discovered that I was just starting a time of testing. In every stage of life there are tests... (Powerpoints - #154
MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED - 2023) ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
This is the 44th sermon in a series on the Gospel of John. In this sermon we look at the command to love one another, and how that is a true mark of belonging to Christ
Love and Obey (John Part 44) Text: John 13:31-14:15 Well, we’re back in John’s Gospel this morning, and we’ll be finishing up chapter 13, and moving in to the first part of chapter 14, and we’ll be looking at some important teachings from Jesus that we need to be reminded of. So as you’re turning ...read more
Scripture: 1 John 4:7, 1 John 3:10
Denomination: Independent/Bible
How does a person become a Christian? When is the moment when they move from being lost to being saved? What is the Gospel? How does a person "obey the gospel"?
A. I want to start with a true story: Jorge Rodriquez was new to our country and did not speak English. 1. He had no lawyer the day he appeared in court for hitting a parked car while driving drunk. 2. He went before the judge with what he thought was his “trump card.” 3. Rodriquez approached ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:37-38, Galatians 3:27, Acts 22:16, Romans 10:9-10, Mark 16:16 (view more) (view less)
In this sermon, we learn that we must obey the Gospel to be saved, and we learn how to obey the Gospel.
A. I want to start with a true story: Jorge Rodriquez was new to our country and did not speak English. 1. He had no lawyer the day he appeared in court for hitting a parked car while driving drunk. 2. He went before the judge with what he thought was his “trump card.” 3. Rodriquez ...read more
Scripture: Romans 6:15-23
As Obedient Children...
In John Chapter 8:11, Jesus said to the woman, “Go and sin no more….” She was about to be stoned to death for her adulterous act. But, in his compassion, Jesus forgave her and encouraged her never to let this happen again…He said, “Go and Sin No More.” Her obedience will keep her from future ...read more
Scripture: John 8:11, 1 Peter 1:14, Romans 6:18
Denomination: Apostolic
This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.
GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION HEAR AND OBEY A. Mark 6 opens with Jesus returning to his hometown of Nazareth only to find the RESIDENTS there who knew Him and His family—His Mom and siblings, “taking an OFFENSE at Jesus”- v. 3. 1. This prompted Jesus to say to them, “Only in His ...read more
Scripture: Mark 6:14-29
The Body of Christ is to be strong in the Lord and to obey God so that they may enjoy a long life on the earth.
Be Strong – Obey! Thesis: The Body of Christ is to be strong in the Lord and to obey God and those in authority so that they may enjoy a long life on the earth. On the lighter side: There is a story about a student at Cambridge University who entered the classroom on exam day and asked the ...read more
The sermon emphasizes the importance of obeying Jesus' teachings, despite potential hardships, in order to experience God's presence and provision.
Hello Church! I have an important “would you rather” question to ask you today, but since it’s kind of a deep question I don’t want to dive right into it. Let’s work up to it. Let’s spend a minute getting warmed up with some easier “would you rather” questions…(These are meant to be light-hearted, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28
Topics: Abundant Life, Divine Provision, Obedience
God works cheerful obedience into his people.
Scripture Introduction Our text reminds me of the four-year old standing in his high chair during dinner one evening, much to his parents’ chagrin. They tried the usual antics to make him sit: begging, reasoning about the dangers of standing in a chair, fussing, and eventually threatening ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
The 5 ways of access to God's divine healing.
Ex 15:26 …For I am the LORD who heals you. Where the sheep enter Jerusalem a healing pool was located, with five points of access John 5:2-9 Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew, Bethesda (which means “house of mercy”), having five ...read more
Scripture: John 5:2-9
Are we willing to make a change in our church?
Are we willing to change, Are we willing to go forward? Isaiah 43:18-19 Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. As ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19
Denomination: Assembly Of God
God isn't looknig for qualified people as much as He is looking for willing people to serve Him. Are you willing to answer the call?
Answering the Call (Isaiah 6:1-8) ~ Intro: This year will be different (video) what are you willing to commit to? The world did this in mass on new years day by making resolutions. A resolution is simply a firm decision to do or not do something. 4 things about answering the call we learn in our ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8
Denomination: Baptist
Challenge believers to evaluate their commitment to Jesus, understanding that true discipleship requires denying oneself, taking up one's cross, and being willing to give up everything to follow Him wholeheartedly.
Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a powerful and challenging message that will not only encourage us but also make us evaluate our level of commitment to Jesus Christ. Charles Spurgeon once said, "If Christ is not all to you, He is nothing to you. He will never go into ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26
Topics: Willingness, Sacrifice
To emphasize the importance of understanding and being willing to pay the full cost of completely surrendering to and following Jesus.
Good morning, church. Today, we are going to delve deep into the question, "Are you willing to pay the price?" This involves not just being a follower of Jesus, but rather selling out to Him completely. As we navigate through this topic, I am reminded of a profound quote by Ian Thomas, a respected ...read more
Scripture: Luke 14:28-30
Topics: Prayer, Willingness
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