Sermons on Ancient Traditions:

They Weren't Looking For Him

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 21, 2008

The King of Eternity came into this world and the world had no idea what had taken place. Politicians, Priests, and the Public missed one of the greatest miracles ever for they weren’t looking for Him. Are we any different?

THEY WEREN’T LOOKING FOR HIM Matthew 2:1-18 Introduction: When we consider the events surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ, we quite often forget the obscurity in which the events took place. The appearance of the wise men and the reaction of their message reveal the depth of that obscurity. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Nail Series

Contributed by Mark Scott on Apr 18, 2006

A Palm Sunday Message that ended with Communion

THE POWER OF THE NAIL Colossians 2:13-14 (A 6” nail was handed to every person as they entered the worship center that morning) This morning as you entered, you were presented with a gift – a nail. Go ahead and look at it while I am speaking. Feel it, grip it, weigh it, push its point against ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: *other

Feeling Small, Walking Tall Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 24, 2022

Small congregations might feel ineffective at reaching people, but big things come in small packages. Both the parable of "the mustard seed" and "the yeast" show how small, seemingly insignificant things can make a huge impact.

The passage of Scripture that we will view tonight contains two short parables – “The Mustard Seed” and “The Yeast.” I have entitled our sermon “Feeling Small, Walking Tall,” and the passage that we’ll be studying provides a great opportunity for sharing a motivational message. You are probably ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

A Sermon For All Saints Sunday

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 1, 2007

This sermon focuses on the need for us to remain fiathful to the message of the saints, in light of our desire to be contemporary in worship

All Saints Sunday November 4, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we give you thanks for all your saints throughout the ages, both great and small – all who have revealed your word in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Do You Have Faith The Lord’s Direction?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

How many of us can say we 100% follow the direction of the Holy Spirit? That is what we are expected to do. So how many follow?

The interpretation of the Scriptures that have been developed by the Church and handed down to the generations says that Yeshua did not show much emotion. In this passage, the translation of the word pneuma (“spirit”) says that Yeshua’s feelings were hurt that the Pharisees came to Him demanding ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-13

Denomination: United Methodist

A Fruitful Life

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 2, 2017

Let’s look at the parable of the vineyard in Matthew 21:33-46 and what God requires.

Prelude, Purpose, Plan What kind of faith is saving faith? Is saving faith without visible evidence or a faith that produces fruit? Let’s understand that Christians carry fruit for the kingdom. Let’s look at the parable of the vineyard in Matthew 21:33-46 and what God requires. Matthew 21:33 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Fear The Dark (Halloween)

Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 27, 2007

Our ability to enjoy every day that God has given us is not dependant on how others view that day. We don’t walk in the darkness of fear. We walk in the light of Christ! We have no need to be afraid of the dark.

Don’t Fear the Dark, I John 4:18 Introduction Our family dog Happy is a big baby! For such a big dog, she is afraid of some of the silliest and smallest things. Recently my wife and I were at the store and our two year son Sebastian saw a toy that he just had to have. It is a plastic ball ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Christian Church

Jacob Wrestles With God (Genesis 32:24-30)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 28, 2007

Jacob, our Father in the fight, squares off against the Almighty on the field of combat....

"Jacob was left alone; and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. (25) When the man saw that he did not prevail against Jacob, he struck him on the hip socket; and Jacob’s hip was put out of joint as he wrestled with him. (26) Then he said, "Let me go, for the day is breaking." But Jacob said, "I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-30

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Fate Or Freedom Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 25, 2021

Every day the word comes to us, choose you this day whom you shall serve, and every day we choose either for Christ or for some lesser value.

One of the best known stories of the ancient Greeks is that of Oedipus Rex by Sophocles. The story is had an influence on both theology and psychology. Briefly the story is this: A child is born into a royal family, and the oracle brings bad news, for he says the child is destined to murder his ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-38

"Origins" Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Nov 2, 2016

Exploring the world of Genesis 1:1-10.

Genesis 1:1-2:3 “Origins” First Reading: Hebrews 1:10-12 He also says, "In the beginning, O Lord, you laid the foundations of the earth, and the heavens are the work of your hands. 11 They will perish, but you remain; they will all wear out like a garment. 12 You will roll them up ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

Goliath Of Gath Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 19, 2022

Some of the most popular and enduring stories involve an underdog who overcomes tremendous obstacles and secures victory against the odds. Arguably the most famous of such stories is the unlikely triumph of David—the young Israelite shepherd—against the battle-hardened Philistine.

Tom lowe 3/17/2022 bDavid and Goliath Goliath is a character in the biblical Book of Samuel, described as a Philistine giant defeated by the young David in single combat. The story signified Saul's unfitness to rule since Saul himself should have fought for Israel. Scholars today believe that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47

Denomination: Baptist

Bigotry About Heaven Series

Contributed by Ian Grant Spong on Mar 18, 2005

Urban legends, heresies, bigotry and prejudices about heaven abound. What is the balance?

BIGOTRY BUSTERS BY IAN GRANT SPONG HEAVEN When I was in Graduate School doing theology our Greek professor asked us what heaven meant to us. Each one of us gave an entirely different answer and he said that our answers said more about us and our personal needs than heaven, because nobody ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:59

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Legalism And The Spirit Of Witchcraft (Part 1 And 2) Series

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 6, 2006

God want’s us to walk in obedience but not blind obedience. That’s why He gives us a guide to follow.

Exposing the truth of legalism (Parts 1 and 2) Rev. Jose’ Gomez Sr. Walking in obedience and Exposing the spirit of witchcraft and legalism God want’s us to walk in obedience but not blind obedience. That’s why He gives us a guide to follow. *1 Samuel 15:22 "But Samuel replied, “What is more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Three (Billion?) Kings

Contributed by Robert Walter on Dec 24, 2004

There are many things we don’t know about the Magi but we do know that they were Gentiles, they came to worship the Christ, and they brought expensive gifts. Where would they look if they came today?

We Three (Billion?) Kings Matthew 2:1-12 December 19, 2004 Someone speculated what the first Christmas might have been like if Wise Women had come from the east instead of Wise Men. First of all, they would have asked for directions and made it to Bethlehem on time. Second, they would have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Plain Truth About Christmas – The Season And The Day Series

Contributed by Timothy Ogada on Dec 21, 2025

Christmas is Coming!

Christmas is coming! But where did Christmas originate? Was Jesus born on December 25th? If Christmas is the chief of the Christian holidays, WHY do so many non-Christians observe it? The word "Christmas" means "Mass of Christ. It came to the Protestants from the Roman Catholic ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 12:29-31