Sermons on 2021:

Becoming A Christian Philosopher

Contributed by Don Campbell on May 15, 2023

The word “philosophy” means a love of wisdom. Paul said, "Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ” (Col 2:8). There must be two kinds of philosophers.

BECOMING A CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHER Practical Principles for Living or Detached Musings? INTRODUCTION A. In 1972 I took Introduction to Philosophy at Shawnee College, Ullin, Illinois under an old professor named Dr. Pepper, who looked like Colonel Sanders. 1. I learned that the word philosophy ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5, James 3:15-18, Proverbs 7:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cost Of Being A Servant

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 13, 2023

Did you learn something new in God’s word today? Did you see a familiar passage with new eyes? I hope you did! Last week we examined what sacrifice looks like, and one of the aspects of sacrifice is service. Today we will look at 3 key passages about servanthood.

Let’s begin in John 13:1 (Tell who John was) • Was the son of Zebedee, brother of James and one of the “sons of Thunder” • Audience was new Christians and searching non-Christians • Last surviving of the original 12 disciples • Wrote 5 books in the NT (read v.1-5) NLT Service is about action: v.4 ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1, Matthew 20:28, Mark 10:45

Unexpected Gift

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 19, 2023

Israel was expecting a Messiah but not like the Messiah that came.

“Unexpected Gift” Luke 2:1-20 1. Today’s reading there was some expected things needed done • It was expected that all Israel be registered for tax purposes • It was expected that Joseph go to Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, because he was descended from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Revival: Stronger Than Ever The Gift Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 28, 2021

2nd sermon on revival focusing on Solomon and wisdom (This sermon and its series is taking from Sermon Central's series on revival, and heavily edited for use at our church)

Revival: Stronger Than Ever The Gift of Wisdom CCCAG January 17th, 2021 1 Kings 4, 2 Chronicles 1:7-12 Good morning everybody! Continuing our series about revival If you’d like to open your Bible to 2 Chronicles 1 and bookmark it, I encourage you to do so. Then, please turn to 1 Kings 4. Last ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pray, Trust, Vote, And Rest Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 4, 2024

As Election Day nears, Christians should do 4 things: Pray for peace and guidance, Trust God’s sovereignty like Daniel, Vote thoughtfully with biblical values, and Rest in God’s control, knowing He holds the future.

### ** Introduction** Video Ill.: Pray and Trust — Freebridge Media (Transcript of video:   Sometimes it’s difficult to see God in America. The principles on which we were founded Are no longer the principles by which we live. We have slowly forgotten Where our freedom came from. We have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 46:10, Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Intercepted By God-2(2024)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 18, 2024

2 of 3. The apostle Matthew recorded some key elements/aspects surrounding the conception & birth of Jesus, from Joseph’s perspective. ?What can be learned from Joseph’s perspective about Jesus’ beginnings? Lessons learned from a life intercepted by God. Life Intercepted By God...

LIFE INTERCEPTED By GOD-II—Matthew 1:20-25(:18-25) Attention: ‘Chopper Cops’ TV show. The show highlights excerpts from the operations of the Marion County, FL(Ocala) Sheriff’s Dept. Helicopter Team. The team is key to catching criminals, &/or aiding civilians. As a crime scene is made ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-21, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Moment Of Decision Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on May 8, 2023

Mordecai and Esther’s coziness became challenged when Haman ordered the eradication of the Jews. The time had come for them to stand up and speak out for God. Are we willing to stand up and speak out for what is right? Maybe we have been put where we are for such a time as this!

Made for This Moment #2 A Moment of Decision Theme: Mordecai and Esther’s coziness became challenged when Haman ordered the eradication of the Jews. The time had come for them to stand up and speak out for God. Are we willing to stand up and speak out for what is right? Maybe we have been put ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 25:17-19, 1 Samuel 15:1-9, Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 10: Our Lord's Last Hours Before He Died Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 8, 2023

1. Jesus was abused for us (Matt 27:26-31). 2. Jesus was assisted for us (Matt 27:31-32). 3. Jesus was in agony for us (Matt 27:33-36). 4. Jesus was antagonized for us (Matt 27:37-44). 5. Jesus was absolutely willing to save us (Luke 23:34-43).

Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 10: Our Lord's Last Hours Before He Died The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 27:26-44; Luke 23:34-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 8, 2023) MESSAGE: *Today we continue our look at the darkest day in history. In these verses God's Word shows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:26-44, Luke 23:34-43

Denomination: Baptist

En Cuyo Informe Creerás: La Resurrección

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 9, 2021

Tenemos la opción de qué informe creeremos acerca de la resurrección. Algunas veces, como Thomas, preferimos nuestra lógica al testimonio de otros.

En cuyo informe creerás: la resurrección 9/4/2021 Jeremías 38: 14-23 Juan 20:19:31 Cuando recibe alguna noticia, ¿qué determina si está dispuesto a creerla o no? ¿Cuántos de nosotros hemos dudado porque la noticia parecía demasiado buena para ser ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 38:14-23, John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wake Up, Church! Awaken The Truth Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 20, 2021

Our world today has abandoned the truth. As a church, we need to wake up! We need to be standing up for the truth, sharing the truth with the world through God’s love.

Many in our country today are claiming to be “woke”. Being “woke” started as being attune to racist behaviors and attitudes several years ago. As a Christian, we should all be opposed to racism, treating people differently because of their skin color, their accent, their family heritage, or where ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, Psalm 119:137-144, John 14:6, Psalm 25:4-5, 1 Corinthians 2:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 14: Behold The Wonders Of God's Glory! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 11, 2025

1. Behold the glory of God in His universe (vs. 1-6). 2. Behold the glory of God in His Word (vs. 7-11). 3. Behold the glory of God in the prayers of His people (vs. 12-14).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 14: Behold the Wonders of God's Glory! Psalm 19:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 11, 2025) BACKGROUND: *We are studying some of the great prayers in the Old Testament. And today's Scripture is one of my favorites. It's King ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Truly Worship God? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 17, 2024

1. Let God fill you with the Holy Spirit (vs. 18). 2. Let God put a song in your heart (vs. 18, 19). 3. Let God give you more gratitude (vs. 18, 20).

How Can We Truly Worship God? Ephesians 5:18-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared June 17, 2024) (Revised July 7, 2024) MESSAGE: *Today our focus is on worship, and nothing is more important in our Christian life than heartfelt worship of God. But what is worship? ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Assurance Series

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 14, 2003

No Christian can be effective without the assurance of their salvation. This sermon is the introduction to a series, but can stand alone as a sermon on the assurance of salvation.

“Blessed Assurance” INTRODUCTION: We begin a new series … on the assurance of salvation. We will take a look at the vital signs of a Christian from the perspective of the book of I John. Let me ask you two questions: o ARE you a Christian? o How do you KNOW you are a Christian? No ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Chapter 13 Of Revelation Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 25, 2004

Steping through Chapter 13 of Revelation

REVELATION 13 13: 1 There is the origin of the beast or antichrist. He arises up "out of the sea." This is explained in Rev.17: 15 where the waters are said to be "peoples and multitudes and nations and tongues." The antichrist arises from among the people. Remember the terrible things that will ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Promises For The Faithful Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 27, 2008

Our future depends on our past & present attitude & actions toward God. Yet even if we have thwarted God’s purposes in our past, He is willing to restore us, for God is a God of redemption. He holds out gracious promises to those who turn to Him.

ISAIAH 48: 17-22 PROMISES FOR THE FAITHFUL [Jeremiah 50:4-8] Had Israel responded to God in their past, their present life and circumstances would have been considerably different. Instead of being enslaved and going into exile they would have walked in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 48:17-22

Denomination: Baptist