Sermons on Agrippa Avoided Politics:

The Voice In The Wilderness

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Sep 26, 2025

After centuries of silence, God sends John in the wilderness to call for repentance and point to Jesus, who will baptize with the Holy Spirit (Mark 1:2–8). The wait is over; respond to the King.

Have you ever had one of those moments where, as the words are leaving your mouth, you know you're making a terrible mistake? I had one of those back in 2014. I had just started my first "real" job at an advertising agency, and I was so excited that I went straight from work and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, A King For All.

Contributed by Dr. Jeffrey Dukeman on Nov 27, 2018

At the triumphal entry, Luke emphasizes that Jesus has some similarities with Roman rulers, even while having important differences, in order to help make the point that Jesus is a king for all.

12/2/18 Luke 19:28–40 This morning we begin a new church year, a year that will focus on readings from Luke’s Gospel. Luke has some distinctive themes and emphases. One that is central is that Luke wrote his Gospel in a way that would be easily accessible to people in the Roman Empire. The early ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Christians In The Modern State Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 10, 2011

The sermons is a study of the role of Christians in the modern state. The biblical emphasis is on a submissive spirit as honouring the Master.

“Be subject for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good. For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Who Has Your Heart? Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 16, 2021

God has not abandoned us. As He so often does, He has allowed his creation to make choices and reap the benefits of good and righteous and wise decisions or suffer the consequences of bad and sinful choices.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church – David Simpson January 10, 2021 Who Has Your Heart? 2 Chronicles 16:9 “For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. You have done a foolish thing, and from now on you will be at war.” 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Christian Church

Why I Post About Jesus On Social Media & Why You Should Too

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

I'd like to make the case as to why you should utilize your social media accounts for the glory of God.

I'd like to make the case as to why you should utilize your social media accounts for the glory of God. I'd like to share my experience with this journey of social media use, some of the people I've been able to influence, as well as some of the mistakes I've made, and instructions ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Restoring Fallen Christians And The Ministry Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Jim Miller on Aug 20, 2002

What do we do with the brother or sister who brings reproach on the church disgraces us by their sinful behavior?

RESTORING FALLEN CHRISTIANS - The Ministry of Reconciliation Galatians 6.1-3; 2 Corinthians 5.18 Full text of sermon by Jim B. Miller, teaching pastor, Old Town Vineyard Christian Fellowship, Nacogdoches TX, vineyard@netdot.com. INTRODUCTION. In this great spiritual war we are fighting, there ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-3, 2 Corinthians 5:18, 2 Corinthians 5:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Viruses, Afflictions, And Accomplishing Our Course Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 23, 2020

The honor we seek is the honor given to Jesus and St. Paul and all the other saints: Humility, tears and trials.

Tuesday of the 7th Week in Easter 2020 Do you remember the first time you did something exceptionally good, and your mom or dad noticed it and gave you a hug and told you “child, that was really wonderful”? Even if you don’t remember that exact moment, you can recall at least one time when ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10, John 19:19, Acts 20:17-27, John 17:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Keys To Communicating Change As Shown By Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

Jesus prayed and relied on the Holy Spirit for every change. Lk.5:15,16 B. Jesus said, ``I have come not to do my own will, but the will of Him who has sent me.’’ Jn.6:38 C. Jesus told the Pharisees, ``You error because you do not know the scriptures

KEYS TO COMMUNICATING CHANGE AS SHOWN BY CHRIST A. Jesus prayed and relied on the Holy Spirit for every change. Lk.5:15,16 B. Jesus said, ``I have come not to do my own will, but the will of Him who has sent me.’’ Jn.6:38 C. Jesus told the Pharisees, ``You error because you do not know the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Only Thing That Matters Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Sep 5, 2007

The centrality of the cross. Our works, deeds and actions do not make us righteous. It is only in the cross of Christ that we can boast.

The Only Thing that Matters Galatians 6:11-18 Galatians 6:11-12 (NLT) Notice what large letters I use as I write these closing words in my own handwriting. [12] Those who are trying to force you to be circumcised are doing it for just one reason. They don’t want to be persecuted for teaching ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Help For The Helpless

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 5, 2017

Jesus gives help for those who are helpless.

Help for the Helpless August 20, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus gives help for those who are helpless. Focus Passage: John 5:1-9 Supplemental Passage: Then Samuel took a stone and set it between Mizpah and Shen, and named it Ebenezer, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring The Value Of Life (Pt 2) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 30, 2022

Honoring the Value of Life (Pt 2) Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times
 Brad Bailey – March 27, 2022

Honoring the Value of Life (Pt 2) Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times? Brad Bailey – March 27, 2022 NOTE: The following notes are more extensive than what time would allow presenting, but provide both the main points and heart of the message. One will also find “further resources” with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Disqualification

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 6, 2003

Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission.

Acts 1:21-26 Do not Be Disqualified 1. Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission. ILlustration:There’s a fine line between courage and foolishness. Too bad it’s not a fence. Do not be a fence sitter or you may live to regret it. Jim ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reasons For Disqualification For Service

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

Why some people are disqualified for being used of God

Why Are Some People Disqualified for Positions of Service Acts 1:21-26 1. Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission. ILlustration:There’s a fine line between courage and foolishness. Too bad it’s not a fence. Do not be a fence sitter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Baptismal Mission: Goodness, Beauty, Truth

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 7, 2010

If we are to minister to a world in need, we must give it what Jesus gave: goodness, beauty and truth

The Baptism of the Lord January 10 2010 The first thing we should do today is correct a Hollywood-produced misconception about John’s baptism. Many of us grew up watching one or the other movie in which Jesus was baptized, or a large group of Protestant Christians were baptized in a river, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:7-11

Denomination: Catholic

Mission Minded Mercy Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Mission Minded Mercy

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Mission Minded Mercy Luke 19:41-44 May 30, 2010 Jesus’ weeping over Jerusalem is his response to his entry into Jerusalem. The crowd cheers because they think they have a military and political leader; Jesus sheds tears because they have and will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational