Sermons on 95 Theses:

In Christ Alone Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 29, 2017

A Reformation sermon focusing on the 5 Solas.

We were introduced to the “5 Solas” one year ago this weekend in a sermon called, “Engage with the Reformation.” The second part of that message will air on Moody Radio (89.3) Sunday at 11:00 a.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. if you’d like to listen to it. Because the Protestant Reformation began 500 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Why Then The Law? Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 27, 2018

Paul now shows the inferiority of the covenant of law-first in regard to 1) Its Purpose (Galatians 3:19a), then in regard to 2) Its Mediator (Galatians 3:19b-20), and finally in regard to 3) Its Accomplishment (Galatians 3:21-22)

On October 31, 1517, a young Augustinian Monk, schooled in the law, named Martin Luther, posted 95 Theses of concern to the church door in Wittenberg Germany. This act triggered the Reformation, as they were immediately translated and distributed across Germany in a matter of weeks. The Protestant ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:19-22

Denomination: Other

I'll Fly Away

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 17, 2010

I often wondered, especially in times like these, why would the author use the word ‘GLAD’ when referring to this earthly life being over? Can we find a sense of Gladness even when a life has been cut so short and abruptly?

Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Perfected Praise Worship Center – OKC www.perfectedpraisewc.org Preached at Funeral – June 16, 2010 (Sermon adapted and revised from Rev. Bruce Ball’s 2006 sermon) TITLE: I’LL FLY AWAY SCRIPTURE: II TIMOTHY 4:6-8 / I CORINTHIANS 15:54 Today we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Create In Me ( 12 Minute Homily)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 15, 2018

The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit, a broken and a contrite heart These, O' God, you will not despise. Create in me a clean Heart O' God! A shorter version (Homily) of a Longer Message Titled "Create In Me A Clean Heart". (Updated February 2023)

Psalm 51 ... designated for today ... is one of the few psalms ... where we are given ... the historical background ... that led to the writing of this Psalm. The inscription reads, ..."A Psalm of David when Nathan the prophet came to him, ... after he had gone into ...Bathsheba." That ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:13, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 2 Samuel 11:3-15, Colossians 3:9-10, Ephesians 4:22-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

What I Know For Sure Series

Contributed by Michael L. Brown on Aug 2, 2022

In times like these, we try to navigate the many things we feel. The enemy would love to make this a time where we blame God or we get stuck in a place of depression. While there are still many unanswered questions, there are some things we can be sure of.

In 1873, Horatio Spafford, a successful attorney had lost a fortune in the great Chicago fire of 1871. Around the same time, his four-year-old son died of scarlet fever. Thinking a vacation would do his family some good, he sent his wife and four daughters on a ship to England, planning to join ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 19:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Quinquagesima: O Say, Can You See?

Contributed by Dan Funk on Feb 27, 2015

On Quinquagesima, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 teaches us about FAITH, HOPE, and LOVE, and why LOVE is the greatest of these. Luke 18:31-43 teaches us about SALVATION and RESTORATION of SIGHT. How are these truths connected? How do we apply them in our lives?

In the Epistle (1 Corinthians 13:1-13) selected for Quinquagesima Sunday, or as I call it, Sight Sunday, S. Paul gives us a teaching on FAITH, HOPE, and CHARITY (or, as some translate it, LOVE, meaning Christ-like love) – not only on what they mean, but also on how they relate to each other. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Luke 18:31-43

Denomination: Anglican

Give Them Something To Eat

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 27, 2023

Can I tell you this morning, it’s a stressful thing to have no money, no manpower, and no way to meet the needs in front of you. And still Jesus says to you what he said to his men so long ago, “These people are hungry. Give them something to eat.”

TITLE: GIVE THEM SOMETHING TO EAT SCRIPTURE: ST. MARK 6:32-44 This is one of the great miracles of the Bible. 5000 hungry men show up uninvited and then stay for supper. Imagine ordering 5000 pizzas-deep-dish, Chicago-style, of course. That would cost a pretty penny. Suppose you had to feed 5000 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:32-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Wedding Banquet: Invitation, Ingratitude, And Indiscretion, Part 2

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 20, 2023

The original recipients of the invitation to the banquet (Matthew 22:1-7) refused to attend, giving flimsy excuses that resulted in their destruction (v.7). Who would attend the banquet now? Here is where we see the king's mercy extend to "the least of these".

The Christian band Sidewalk Prophets wrote a song entitled, "Come to the Table", based on the Parable of the Wedding Banquet (Matthew 22:1-14) and the call of God for everyone regardless of their situation to come to the table and take place in the celebration. The Wedding Banquet is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:8-14, Luke 14:21-24, Isaiah 55:1, Revelation 22:17, Matthew 11:28-30, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Grudges And Guilt

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 22, 2022

We have been talking about some of the things in life that set us back. We've talked about betrayal, temptation, the injustices of life, just plain hard times, and bitterness. When we are involved in any of these, we tend to become plagued with guilt and grudges.

For the past couple of months we have been talking about some of the things in life that set us back. We've talked about betrayal, temptation, the injustices of life, just plain hard times, and bitterness. Today I'm going to wrap all of this up as we talk about what these things can ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21, Philippians 3:7-9, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Choice Vs. Emotions

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022

It is interesting to note that in John 21 two different kinds of love are being presented. The first two times Jesus says “Lovest thou me more than these,” He is using the Greek word agape for love; the third time He uses the Greek word phileo. But does it matter?

It is interesting to note that in John 21 two different kinds of love are being presented. The first two times Jesus says “Lovest thou me more than these,” He is using the Greek word agape for love; the third time He uses the Greek word phileo. All three times Peter uses the word phileo. Does it ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 19, 2023

If you want Jesus to fill your hungry soul, come to Him, trust in Him, and stay with Him.

It’s not clear what Joby Pool was planning for this year’s Easter feast, but if his snack plans were any indication, it would’ve been an epic celebration. That’s because police arrested Joby Pool for stealing a trailer containing 200,000 Cadbury Crème Eggs earlier this year (2023). As you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-71

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Do You Want To Be ?

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on May 8, 2004

2 Tim 2:21-23 21 If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use, and prepared unto every good work. 22 Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, w

2 Tim 2:21-23 21 If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use, and prepared unto every good work. 22 Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Pastor Ordination Service

Contributed by Bret Bone on Mar 27, 2012

there are two different Greek words written here in this verse that hold great value to you…and your future Ministry…these two words are…aspires…and desires. By just speaking these two words aloud…they have very little significance. But when used to

Ordination Service Slide # 1…the perfect pastor I’d like to begin the service this morning by reading to you the job description for the perfect pastor. -The perfect pastor always preaches what we want, and for only 15 minutes…and…12.5 minutes of his message ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 1 Timothy 3:1

"He's Out Of His Mind." Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 27, 2015

I’m sure you’ve all seen people do some wacky things and have thought to yourself, “These people are out of their minds”. Someone risking their life doing a stunt is one thing but what about when it comes to doing God’s will?

“HE’S OUT OF HIS MIND” Mark 3:20-35 INTRODUCTION: I’m sure you’ve all seen people do some far-out wacky things and have thought to yourself, “These people must be out of their minds”. Someone risking their life doing a stunt is one thing but what about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Liberty And Jesus For All: The Ingredients Of Freedom Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jun 28, 2023

God was at work in Joseph's life; but also his brothers. Ultimately God would make a nation out of the 12 tribes *(these boys) so ground work was being laid, even through the binding of Simeon (the lack of freedom) What do we learn about freedom through this event?

Perhaps you’ve heard the story about our national bird; the eagle. Initially, Benjamin Franklin struggled with the idea of the eagle being our national bird. He wrote his daughter criticizing the selection of the eagle being the representative symbol of our national freedom; instead, he preferred ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:29-38

Denomination: Baptist