Sermons on Allegory:

Should Christians Celebrate The Feasts?

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 27, 2025

The feasts reveal God’s salvation plan, prefiguring Christ’s redemptive work from sacrifice to resurrection, judgment, cleansing, and final restoration in God’s eternal kingdom.

An Examination of Typology, Covenant, and Christological Fulfillment Introduction Few subjects within biblical theology reveal the unity of Scripture as beautifully as the Old Testament feasts. Often called “appointed times” (mo'adim, Lev. 23:2), these sacred days formed the backbone of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-17, Hebrews 10:1-14, Leviticus 23:1-44, Luke 24:44

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Expository. Alliterative Preaching Through Jonah

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Aug 5, 2025

This goes beyond the arguments about the fish to teaching us how we should witness to those we had rather not witness to.

Outline Studies in Jonah Jonah 1:1-3 Bob Marcaurelle 2 Kings 14:23-25 THE MAN WHO RAN FROM GOD Most of us have felt the desire to get away from it all. We want to fly away and be at rest (Ps. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 14:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Burden Of Guilt

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 27, 2003

To one extent or another, we all carry a burden of guilt. That is not God’s desire. He wants us to get rid of it and has given us the means to do so.

January 26, 2003 Zechariah 3:1-10 ¡§The burden of guilt¡¨ INTRODUCTION In January of 1985 Roger Boisjoly, an engineer for Morton Thiokol, observed that under unusually cold conditions, an o-ring seal on the Space Shuttle¡¦s solid rocket booster would fail. Further tests were ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Let Fear Win! Series

Contributed by Michael Demastus on Jan 8, 2002

The 3rd in the Nehemiah series

This and the other Nehemiah sermons in this series I borrowed in large part from Ray Stedman...just so that proper credit gets attributed (thanks brother). DON’T BE PARALYZED -- GET ORGANIZED! Nehemiah 3 I saw a cartoon recently of two men at a party. Each had a drink in his hand, and they were ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

R.s.v.p.

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

An invitation has been extended and a response is required.

Introduction: It’s fascinating to me how after only a few years of being married, a couple can sometimes communicate with a very small number of words. Husbands, if you will, imagine this scene with me. You’ve been invited to a party, and after spending the day working out in the yard, you dash ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Matthew 22:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Roots, Ripples And Reference Points, Part One Series

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jul 11, 2006

We must have our roots grown deeply in Christ if we are to find spiritual sustenance and stability.

Roots, Ripples & Reference Points Lessons from the Lake, Part One TCF Sermon July 9, 2006 What do you think of when you think of roots? You might think of trees or plants. You might think of anything else that grows. Maybe you think of the miniseries that appeared on TV in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia - Just Call Me Edmund

Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 20, 2005

We probably all identify with the nobler characters in this movie - Noble Peter, Loyal Lucy, Steadfast Susan. But in reality, we are all Edmund. Student ministry PowerPoint format.

[NARNIA – JUST CALL ME EDWARD] Slide Graphics – picture of Lucy standing by lamppost, picture of C.S. Lewis Slide Text – “There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal. Natures, cultures, arts, civilizations – these are mortal, and their life is to ours as the life of a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude, God's Antidote For Guilt Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 23, 2008

Responding to God’s antidote for the guilt that comes from living for the flesh, loving the world, and listening to the lies of the devil, will enable you to express true gratitude as you live for Him.

Turn your Bibles to John 3:16-17 (Communion Sunday) Title: Gratitude, God’s Antidote for Guilt Theme: Resting in the Price Christ Paid for You Topic: Thanksgiving Communion Service Series: Full Measure of Thanksgiving Introduction: Medical research tells us that gratitude is one of the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rejected Stone Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012

Uncovering four foundational truths about the character of God in Jesus' Parable of the Tenants and a corresponding personal lesson we can apply to our lives.

INTRODUCTION The title of this message carries a double meaning. We’re going to learn that Jesus was not only the rejected SON; He was also the rejected STONE. A guy who was crossing the street to visit his neighbor. As he started to cross the street, a car was bearing down on him, so he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

You Won’t Relent Series

Contributed by Rev Dr Randall M Deal Sr on Nov 27, 2011

Jesus, the Bridegroom, passionately pursues me, His Bride, with His relentless LOVE! Full Audio, Video, Outline and Devotional available at http://oldsite2.rockpointchurch.org/index.php/resources-mainmenunew-245/weekly-messages-2011/408-behind-the-music.

Full Audio, Video, Outline and Devotional available at http://oldsite2.rockpointchurch.org/index.php/resources-mainmenunew-245/weekly-messages-2011/408-behind-the-music. REVIEW: BEHIND THE MUSIC…SONGS OF THE REDEEMED… 1. Song: MANIFESTO: Colossians 3:16 MUSIC richly connects truth to life, by ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 8:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Canon Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 16, 2014

1) Pondering of the Words (Revelation 22:18a), 2) Proliferation of the Words (Revelation 22:18b), 3) Purging of the Words (Revelation 22:19)

Suppose that you became a Christian in the second century A.D. You’ve heard the story of a divine being who died on a cross and rose from the dead. Through baptism, you’ve openly identified yourself with his followers. Now, you want to learn more about this deity. Yet you quickly ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:18-19

Denomination: Other

How To Become A Dynamic Christian

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Sep 18, 2013

Do you have a desire to be a dynamic believer in Jesus Christ? To be the real thing instead of playing religious games?

Romans 1:1 - Paul, a bondservant of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle, set apart unto the gospel of God, Do you have a desire to be a dynamic believer in Jesus Christ? To be the real thing instead of playing religious games? Years ago the Emperor of China had a famous orchestra. One ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

What Makes You Pray? Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on May 25, 2009

Jonah’s in the tough place where he learns to pray.

"What makes you pray?" Jonah 2 Last week we left Jonah sitting in the belly of the fish at the bottom of the sea. So here he is in a crisis situation and he does what most of us would do. He prays. There’s something funny about this situation from the standpoint that ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Surrounded By God’s Hedge Of Protection Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 5, 2010

How God utilizes a variety of ways to teach us—and adversity is one of His most effective teachers.

INTRODUCTION School has started back and most folks are settling in to the school year routine. I have the utmost respect for schoolteachers. It’s tough being a schoolteacher, especially an elementary school teacher. Recently someone sent me a humorous list of seven ways to know if you’re an ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Boxed In Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 5, 2016

A study of the book of Job 7: 1 - 21

Job 7: 1 - 21 Boxed In 1 “Is there not a time of hard service for man on earth? Are not his days also like the days of a hired man? 2 Like a servant who earnestly desires the shade, and like a hired man who eagerly looks for his wages, 3 So I have been allotted months of futility, and ...read more

Scripture: Job 7:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel