Sermons on American Culture:

Gideon, Scientist Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 21, 2020

Is this pandemic God’s judgement against us? I am reluctant to say it, but what else can it be? It certainly ought to wake up all Americans to our responsibilities to restore goodness to our land.

Gideon, Scientist Here in the Book of Judges, we see a very sad history. It’s not unlike some of the ages in our nation’s history, including the one we are laboring in today. Time after time we read that “The people of Israel did what was evil in the sight of the Lord; and the Lord gave them into ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-40

Denomination: Catholic

What The Bible Says About The Holy Spirit

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 22, 2017

The fastest growing group in the world is Pentecostal believers, projected to reach 800 million by 2025. This fact highlights the key to revival: the Holy Spirit. It's time the American church went back to the template of the N.T. church.

WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Reflecting on the recent presidential election, in the year 2000 Joe Lieberman ran for president. He was the United States Senator from Connecticut until 2013. Since he was the first potential Jew for presidential office ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Sep 7, 2017

In the Bible, giving of thanks goes far beyond an annual American celebration on a day we remember to thank God for a multitude of blessings. It is a preoccupation of every Christian and extends even to those elders who are "before the throne" in heaven.

Note: I have some simple, not fancy textual slides I used with this sermon. If anyone is interested, I'll send them directly by email if you'll send an email to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the subject: Thanksgiving slides. THANKSGIVING I. In his 2nd letter to the Corinthian church, Paul told ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Psalm 100:3-5, 1 Corinthians 10:29-30, Romans 14:6, Luke 22:17-19, Deuteronomy 12:10-11, Daniel 6:10, 2 Corinthians 4:15, Luke 18:10-14, Nehemiah 12:27-46, 1 Chronicles 16:7-36, 1 Chronicles 16:7-8, 2 Chronicles 7:12, Leviticus 22:29, Leviticus 7:12-15, Revelation 11:16-18, Ephesians 5:18-20, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Does Revival Terry #2

Contributed by Dale Carter Sr. on Jul 7, 2021

Intro: On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence which formally proclaimed the 13 colonies as independent. The war, however, continued as Britain was not willing to give up its North American colonies.

Why Does Revival Terry? Series #2 Dale Carter Sr Harvest Fellowship Community Church July 4, 2021 John 8:31-36 31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. 33 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Exodus 12:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Holiness Demanded By The Costly Experience Of Christ’s Passion

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023

"How little people know who think that holiness is dull. When one meets real thing, it is irresistible." C.S. Lewis, Letters to an American Lady, New Bible Commentary, p. 28.

1 Peter Series Part 5 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness” (1:13 – 2:3) Title: A holiness demanded by the costly experience of Christ’s passion Text: 1 Peter 1:17-21 LORDS SUPPER TODAY INTRO: How little people know who think that holiness is dull. When one meets real thing, it is irresistible. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gratitude: A Christian's Journey SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

In the Bible, giving of thanks goes far beyond an annual American celebration on a day we remember to thank God for a multitude of blessings. It is a preoccupation of every Christian and extends even to those elders who are "before the throne" in heaven.

Today, I want to explore the significance of thanksgiving in our lives as Christians. While Thanksgiving is often associated with a single day of gratitude in America, the Bible teaches us that giving thanks goes far beyond an annual celebration. It is a continuous attitude and action that should ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Topics: Gratitude, Christian Life

You'll Be Surprised Who's In Heaven Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

The Bible gives details about your personal future – what happens both when you die as well as where you are after your death while the world awaits its end. In fact, the Bible teaches that everyone everywhere will spend eternity in one of two places: heaven or hell.

This is the third sermon in a series of messages on Jesus’ vision of the last days. We are highlighting the Importance of Jesus’ Return during this series. There are 260 chapters in the New Testament, and Christ’s return is mentioned no less than 318 times. Statistically, one verse in twenty-five ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Day Of The Living Dead

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Feb 26, 2001

Worship is an act of total commitmentresulting in a life which is continually transformed

Day of the Living Dead Introduction Soren Kierkegaard described Christian worship as a performance in which God is the audience, the congregation is the performer, and those who stand up before the congregation (preachers, readers, choir, soloists) are the prompters. Someone has suggested that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Four Essentials To Great And Godly Marriages

Contributed by Steve Miller on Feb 12, 2006

St. Valentine was martyred for the institution of great and godly marriages. Gen. 2 describes that these marriages are made up of at least four essentials: Monogamy, Fidelity, Longevity, and Intimacy.

Great and Godly Marriages Gen. 2.21-25 Steve Miller 2/12/06---Valentine’s Sunday Opening: A wife woke up one morning and said, “Honey, I just had a dream that you bought me a new gold necklace. What do you think it means?” “I don’t know, but Valentine’s Day is coming soon. Tuesday, you’ll ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:21-25

Denomination: *other

Series: Wow! Whose Young Daughter Is That? (Part 4) Where Did Father Elimelech Go Wrong?

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020

One thing the Book of Ruth tells us is death of Fatherhood and rise of Motherhood. All the men died – all the women lived. In today's society, fatherhood is on the decline. Elimelech wanted the best for his family. But some things went wrong. He resembles many fathers today.

SERIES: “WOW! WHOSE YOUNG DAUGHTER IS THAT? (PART 4) WHERE DID FATHER ELIMELECH GO WRONG?” 1. Ruth 1:1 Now it came to pass, in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man of Bethlehem, Judah, went to dwell in the country of Moab, he and his wife and his ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5, Ruth 2:5

Denomination: Charismatic

What A Fellowship

Contributed by Troy Denson on Dec 2, 2015

Christ-like fellowship is far more than a social get-together or a shared meal. It symbolizes the cultural security, personal and Divine protection, Christian tradition, as well as an experiential reflection/ memory of Jesus' Last Supper.

WHAT A FELLOWSHIP ACTS 2:40-47 Introduction Beloved friends and family, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are upon us and the center of these celebratory days are the moments in which we gather around the table and “feast”/eat together. For Thanksgiving, countless hours will be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Baptist

Easy Rider Meets The Messiah In Afghanistan

Contributed by Benjamin Doolittle on Mar 29, 2002

I want to talk about Easy Rider, Advent, and then you and me. Easy Rider. Do you remember the movie? Late 60’s. Peter Fonda - looking all buff and studly in his leather jacket, the one with the American Flag. Dennis Hopper - ragged and wild, scraggl

Easy Rider Meets the Messiah in Afghanistan Isaiah 2:1-5 Romans 13:11-4 Matthew 24:36-44 The Rev. Dr. Benjamin R. Doolittle December 2nd, 2001 - First Sunday of Advent Loving God, we do not know the hour or the place when you shall come. We know only that you come, again and again, you come to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Methodist

What About His-Story?

Contributed by Tony Britt on Feb 6, 2002

This sermon is written in honor of Black History Month. Not only do we look at how important our history is, but we are also challenged to look at how we as black/African Americans have always been central to God’s story.

What About His-story? Back in the days of steam ships, only rich white people sailed at sea. One day while sailing, something suddenly happened to the ship and it was about to sink. Terrified, the white folks aboard didn’t know what to do. Someone suggested that they do what the black folks ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-14, Luke 26:23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lgbtq

Contributed by Lee Houston on Apr 28, 2023

I was inspired to write this sermon by Reverend Calvin Robinson’s rebuttal in debate at Oxford Union February 15, 2023. He spoke of LGBTQ and its conflict with Christianity in a powerful loving way. I will quote him in this work.

LGBTQ: Lov is Love I was inspired to write this sermon by Reverend Calvin Robinson’s rebuttal in debate at Oxford Union February 15, 2023. He spoke of LGBTQ and its conflict with Christianity in a powerful loving way. I will quote him in this work. The Bible tells us that all have sinned and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 7:1, John 20:2, Romans 12:10, 2 Peter 1:5-7, Romans 12:13  (view more)  (view less)

Guardians At The Gate Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 13, 2007

I began with a true story of a young girl rescued and brought to know Jesus. Father’s are to be guardians at the gate of their home, protecting their children from the sin and immorality of the culture, teaching the word of God and demonstrating love and

In Jesus Holy Name June 17, 2007 Text: Deuteronomy 11:1, 4:9 Father’s Day “Guardians at the Gate ” Story: “Father of the Year Essay” Merced County by Halley I think my step-dad is “father of the Year” because of our unique story. Let me explain. Long before I was born, my mother ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:18-21

Denomination: Lutheran