Sermons on Abide Without Offense:

Christ: The Better Speaker! Series

Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on Oct 16, 2013

This morning we will find that Christ is a better speaker because He has shown us that He does care for us. He has demonstrated His love toward us in that while we were yet sinners He sent His Son to die for us.

Christ IS Better! Christ: The Better Speaker Hebrews 1:1-4 Intro: For anyone that speaks publically, whether in a small group setting or in front of thousands, it is essential to make a connection with those you are speaking to. You may have valuable information, you may have the highest ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Wedding Garment

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Oct 30, 2014

A perspective on Matthew 22: 1-14. The cloak of righteousness shows us that we have been placed in a position of honour in the family, in the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 22: 1-14 The Wedding Garment At times Jesus spoke in parables. Parables begin as earthly stories, speaking about things we are familiar with, like a wedding banquet. There is a twist to the story that can turn up side down our familiar understanding and reveal something new. They end with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

What Time Is It (December 23, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

Satan knows this and uses this knowledge as a weapon to get us to chase after idols that would keep us from getting saved.

WHAT TIME IS IT ? Text: Galatians 4:4-7 History hinges on the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. God created all of us with a hunger for eternity (Ecclesiastes 3:11). Satan knows this and uses this knowledge as a weapon to get us to chase after idols that would keep us from getting ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Warned But Not Wise

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 17, 2019

A study in the Gospel of Matthew 26: 31 – 35

Matthew 26: 31 – 35 warned but not wise 31 Then Jesus told them, “This very night you will all fall away on account of me, for it is written: “‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’ 32 But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee.” 33 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Getting To Know God - Part 5 - The God Who Forgives Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 15, 2019

We have a gracious and loving God who sincerely wants to forgive us of our sin and adopt us as sons and daughters. If we have a wrong understanding of who God is we may be tempted to try to abuse His forgiveness and mercy.

Getting To Know God - Part 5 – The God of Forgiveness Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-7, Romans 6:15-23, 1 John 1:9, Matthew 26:28, Ephesians 1:7, 1 John 3:4, 1 John 3:8, Romans 6:23, Romans 8:1, Psalm 103:11-12, Matthew 23:37, 2 Peter 2:20-22, 2 Chronicles 7:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Absolute Loyalty Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 22, 2021

A loyalty that does not depend upon conditions is an unconditional commitment. This is what gives a Christian courage and determination.

The warden asked the prisoner if there was anything he would like to eat before the execution. He said, "Yes, I would like mushrooms. I've always been scared to try them for fear I'd be poisoned." Here was a man who was brave because he had nothing to lose. This is all together ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-18

The Handwriting On The Wall Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Dec 27, 2021

A continuation of the study of Daniel. The interpretation of the message on the wall.

It has been a while since we have been in our study. bTonight we will begin in Daniel 5:17. You might remember from last time that King Belshazzar held a huge banquet. He had made the mistake of using the sacred cups that were stolen from the temple in Jerusalem. He used them as part of his ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Always Wins Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 11, 2021

Sometimes, in our zeal, we overthink--and overreact--to our worldly environments and how we should be salt and light in them. Paul helps us focus on right thinking when it comes to our witness and testimony.

I. Intro: “How Not to Fight Atheism” As reported by R. Albert Mohler, Jr. of the CHRISTIAN POST: “In December 2010, the Dallas-Fort Worth Coalition of Reason - a group dedicated to raising the profile of secularists, atheists, and agnostics - began running advertisements on Fort Worth public buses ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-18

The Risk Of Not Being Quiet

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 19, 2024

Christians need to speak up against woke culture. We need to be brave as John the Baptist

The Risk of Not Being Quiet Luke 3:18-20 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 3:18 So with many other exhortations he preached the gospel to the people. 19 But when Herod the tetrarch was reprimanded by him because of Herodias, his brother’s wife, and because of all the wicked things which Herod had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:18-20

Denomination: United Methodist

"words From The Cross" Father Forgive Them Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 23, 2023

Visitors from around the world travel to Barcelona, Spain to visit the new Cathedral. First time visitors who are not Christian, may not understand the theology of Christianity. They are enthralled with the architecture.

In Jesus Holy Name February 26, 2023 Lent I Luke 23:43 Redeemer “Words from the Cross” “Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Approaching Your Year(2023-4)-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 9, 2024

2 of 5. God established a novel way for Israel to approach their calendar year. God’s people should have a particular approach toward understanding their calendar year. But, How are we to approach our new year? A proper approach toward your year is found in...

APPROACHING YOUR YEAR-II—Exodus 12:1c(:1-13) •God’s people must approach their ‘New Year’ within the confines of an exclusive worldview. Need: For all that this New Year will hold, God’s people should & can approach it with Confidence! Even when we cannot know all that our future holds, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1, Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Cannot Be Found In The World Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 3, 2025

Isaiah's encouragement to Ahaz, the king of Judah, is a vivid reminder to us of what is at stake if/when we deny Jesus today. God is still calling us to a place of hope and faithfulness, but will we receive it and go to Him?

Isaiah, Part 5 Hope Cannot be Found in the World Isaiah 7:1-25, Isaiah 8:11-22 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve come to worship with us! - Last week, we saw the incredible commissioning of the prophet Isaiah -- Examined the realization of who he was in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-25, Isaiah 8:11-22, 1 Peter 2:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Worthy Walk

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 30, 2025

This sermon challenges believers to live a life worthy of their calling by cultivating the humble graces required to diligently guard the precious unity of the Spirit.

Introduction: The "Therefore" of Our Walk My beloved brethren, this very morning, as the sun rises over our city, we open the Word of God to a pivotal moment. For three magnificent chapters, the Apostle Paul has been a master architect, laying a deep and unshakable foundation of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

I Was Bitter, But Now I’m Better

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 30, 2025

Isn’t it something that one of the most honored women in history, the mother of Jesus, the Savior, the Christ, carried a name that meant bitter?

Ruth 1:20-21 And she said unto them, Call me not Naomi, call me Mara: for the Almighty hath dealt very bitterly with me. As I stand before you today, I want to lift up a thought that will stir your spirit: I Was Bitter but Now I’m Better. Touch your neighbor and say: “Neighbor, I’ve been through ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sneaker Sunday: The Only Thing Worth Boasting In

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Feb 14, 2026

The cross rescues us from this present evil age, removes the curse, crucifies our pride and flesh, and becomes the only thing worth boasting in. Because of the cross, every identity the world uses to divide and rank us is nailed to the tree, and we rise as one new creation, the Israel of God.

Text: Epistle to the Galatians INTRODUCTION — THE SHOES WE REMEMBER My brother and I grew up wearing PayLess Tennis shoes. When we got Airwalks; that was sacrifice for our parents. I remember the cool Velcro on those black and red shoes. When I got my first pair of Filas; I felt different ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14, Acts 2:38

Denomination: Pentecostal