Sermons on After His Likeness:

Being Controversial

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jun 14, 2007

We need to be controversial at the appropriate times. Can God count on you to take the stand?

Being Controversial Acts 4:1-4 I am not sure what you thought when you heard the title of the message tonight, but I feel that it’s some that we need to do in the right place and in the right time. Illustration: Jerry Falwell While I was on vacation, a great man of God was laid to rest. Say what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Be Perfect

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2013

To show that our perfection is because of the perfection of the LORD JESUS CHRIST in us.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you perfect in Him? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our perfection is because of the perfection of the LORD JESUS CHRIST in us. IV. TEXT: Matthew 5:48 (Amplified Bible) You, therefore, must be perfect [growing into complete maturity of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pentecost: Birthday Party Or Memorial Service?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 19, 2014

Has Pentecost become a dim memory of God's past dealing with the church?

Pentecost: Birthday Party or Memorial Service? Acts 2: 1-41 Introduction Today is Pentecost Sunday on the church calendar. In it we remember the birth of the church when the Holy Spirit descended from heaven and came upon the believers in Jerusalem. In many Schools today, children will cut out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gritty Motherhood

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 11, 2015

Every mother is different and every situation is different; but successful moms are hands-on moms.

Gritty Motherhood [Note: this is a slight 2015 revision of one of my previous sermons, a 2007 sermon titled “Hands-on Motherhood”] 1. According to CNN, "The typical [stay at home] mother puts in a 92-hour work week… and works at least 10 jobs. In order of hours spent on them per ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Instructions For The End

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

Nothing is more powerful then a good end of the world prediction, especially when it comes on the heels of a great catastrophe. BUt let's take a deep breath and listen to Jesus on this matter as He gives us instructions on facing the end.

Passage: Matthew 24:1-14 Intro: It has been quite a week. 1. stats from earthquake, tsunami PP devastation 2. and the inevitable question: Could this be the end of the world? 3. one article I read, referring to nuclear reactor problems, “We will probably not live through ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Speak To It Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 12, 2010

A sermon on the importance of what we say in relation to what we can accomplish for God. From a series on developing spiritual depth.

INTRO: EXODUS = Exit -- Come Out You will never fully come out until you learn to speak to it! ƒ{ God has just delivered the people from Egypt ƒ{ Where they were * Raped * Beaten * Abused * Murdered ƒ{ They came out with gold and miracles ƒ{ But Pharaoh knew * That while they were ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, Our Priest And Peer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 19, 2016

Life’s problems may overwhelm us, but we have the ultimate Friend in high places, Jesus, who is both our High Priest and Peer.

Jesus, Our Priest and Peer (Hebrews 4:14-16) 1. There I was is sitting at the malt counter, looking at my malted shake when a large, trouble-making biker steps up next to me, grabs my malt and drinks it down "Well, whatcha gonna do about it?" he says, menacingly, as I burst into tears. "Come on, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What You Need Most Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 5, 2020

This is the 6th sermon in the Light And Life series from the Gospel of John.

Series: Light And Life [#6] WHAT YOU NEED MOST John 3:1-15 Introduction: What is it that you need most? Do you need a better job, a better family, a better house, etc…? I was talking to Kaitlyn yesterday and I was reminded of how good I have it now. Kaitlyn just moved into a new apartment and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Hearts Wide Open: Differences Are Okay

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 23, 2019

Mary and Martha are different - sermon speaks to open hearts toward both expressions.

Hearts Wide Open: Differences Are Okay Intro: Australian author Nikki Rowe said, “The greatest asset you could own is an open heart.” Open hearts compel doctors to give free medical care in the inner city. Open hearts lead Christians live out their baptismal vows and serve Christ in all people. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Episcopal

Marriage Ceremony For Two Christians

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 21, 2020

Brief Marriage Ceremony

Marriage Ceremony for _______and _______ Who gives this woman to be married? Her mother and I. Thank you can be seated. Dearly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

It's All About Love

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Oct 28, 2017

This sermon is about the two greatest commandments Jesus gives the Pharisees when He is questioned. Also it calls into question whether we are a player or a spectator in our church.

Well Jesus had passed the test of the Sadducees’ and had shut them down so the Pharisees stepped up to the plate so to speak. Now the Sadducees were more of a political group but the Pharisees were the keepers of scripture and Biblical Law, there were 632 laws and rules for the practice of their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On An Endorphins Rush

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 2, 2024

Endorphins are defined as any of a group of hormones secreted within the brain and nervous system and having a number of physiological functions.

Ellen DeGeneres, an American comedian and actress once remarked: “Now, I'm no scientist, but I know what endorphins are. They're tiny little magical elves that swim through your bloodstream and tell funny jokes to each other. When they reach your brain, you hear what they're saying and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5, 1 Timothy 4:8, Philippians 4:8, John 16:33

Transformed By Truth: No Stones To Throw - Living In Grace And Forgiveness John 8:7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 8, 2024

The statement by Jesus in John 8:7 is profound, not only in the context of the story but in its broader implications for our lives.

Transformed by Truth: No Stones to Throw - Living in Grace and Forgiveness John 8:7 Introduction: Today, we will delve into a powerful moment in the ministry of Jesus, captured in John 8:7: "They kept demanding an answer, so he stood up again and said, ‘All right, but let the one who has ...read more

Scripture: John 8:7, Romans 3:23, James 2:10, Matthew 7:3-5, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And See The Evidence: Jesus Is Lord And Saviour Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 3, 2025

Who is Jesus? Was He just a good teacher? A revolutionary? Or is He truly the Lord and Saviour of the world?

Go! And See the Evidence: Jesus Is Lord and Saviour Introduction: Gripping the Heart Imagine you are standing in a courtroom. The judge is seated, the jury is watching, and the question being asked is: Who is Jesus? Was He just a good teacher? A revolutionary? Or is He truly the Lord and Saviour ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11, Isaiah 53:5-6, Luke 24:5-6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 10:9, Hebrews 13:20-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psalm 139 - Thanksgiving For God's Presence Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 11, 2024

What else can you be before God than honest!

A. MY OMNISCIENCE, OMNIPRESENCE AND OMNIPOTENCE – PSALM 139 “O Lord, thou hast searched me, and known me. Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising, thou understandest my thought afar off. Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18

Denomination: Baptist