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Easter: 4 Inspiring Thoughts On The Resurrection

March 30, 2018 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

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Introduction

As we approach Easter, I would like to base this sermon outline on 1 Corinthians 15, which is one of the most important chapters in the Bible. From this chapter, I will be sharing 4 vital truths penned by the Apostle Paul on the resurrection. They are:

1) The Resurrection is an established fact

From verses 5-8, Paul lists those who actually saw the Lord Jesus after the Resurrection. In fact, this passage reveals at least 5 appearances of Christ after the Resurrection, besides His appearance to Paul himself. These had to be vibrant, real-life encounters as those who saw the risen Christ were willing to lay down their lives joyfully for Him (Refer verse 30-33) . The amazing thing is that they were willing to do so even though no noticeable, tangible benefits would seemingly accrue to them!!

The Victorious Power of the Cross Is Yours Today (Colossians 2:13-15)

March 28, 2018 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

Introduction: It is said that Billy Graham once attributed the large number of responses to his sermons on one central theme. It was, that he always drew attention in his sermons to the Lord Jesus Christ and to ‘the power of the cross’.

As we draw close to Good Friday, it’s good to remind ourselves of the power of the cross and what the Lord accomplished through His mighty sacrifice. Although the cross was a symbol of execution at that time (much like an electric chair today), God’s saving power in full was revealed at the cross. It symbolized the greatest rescue mission the world has ever seen!!

From Colossians 2:13-15, I would like to leave 3 thoughts about ‘The Power of the Cross’ in this sermon outline. They are:

Devotional: Responding to God (Palm Sunday)

March 12, 2018 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

We are glad to bring you ‘Responding to God – Lessons from Palm Sunday’. This 4 Day Devotional Plan for Palm Sunday is now available on YouVersion . Click here to start reading. The Reading Plan shows 4 practical ways we can honor God during the season that leads up to Palm Sunday.

Devotional & Bible Reading Plan for Palm Sunday: Responding to God (Lessons from Palm Sunday)

Devotional: God’s Favor in the New Year

February 23, 2018 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

If you like following Bible Reading Plans, you could consider doing this 4-Day Plan and Devotional on YouVersion. May it encourage you to seek God’s amazing Favor. Click here to start reading this plan.

Devotional and Bible Reading Plan for the New Year 2018 (God's Favor in the New Year)

Devotional: A Heart of Thankfulness (Thanks Giving)

February 19, 2018 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 4 Comments

Devotional on Psalm 107 for Thanks Giving: A Heart of Thankfulness

“O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; for His steadfast love endures forever.” (Psalm 107:1)

Soul singer Lionel Ritchie was once deeply impacted by a speech in which his father had honored his mother, on their 37^th wedding anniversary. In his speech, Ritchie Senior had lovingly given thanks to his wife for sticking by him through the ups and downs of life. Said Lionel, “What a great story because I pass through my house every day and I don’t say thank you. I just take for granted that certain things be done”. That speech moved him to compose one of his best loved songs, ‘Three Times a Lady’.

Video Sermon: Being a Witness for Jesus

February 10, 2018 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

This 5 point video sermon, focusing on being a witness for Christ, is part of a series on the Book of Acts, being covered at People’s Church in Sri Lanka. May it challenge you as you watch. The video starts with the powerful singing of Desmond Fernando, singing ‘The Blood of Jesus’ and ‘God of the Mountains’. I love his voice!

Video Sermon : Interceding in a Crisis

February 2, 2018 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

This is the video of a 5-point sermon preached at the People’s Church in Colombo, Sri Lanka, recently. May it encourage you as you watch and hear how David responded to a National crisis. The sermon text is 1 Chronicles 21.

People’s Church Watch Night Services 2017

January 27, 2018 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

The presence of God was so real as over 5000 people gathered at our services to worship Him and usher in the New Year. Our theme for 2018 which says, “‘Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit’, says the Lord Almighty” (Zechariah 4:6), was so real, as His Spirit moved powerfully among us.