Sermons on Apostles:

The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 20, 2024

We need to know the Holy Spirit better. Without Him, we miss out on many blessings.

INTRODUCTION - What is the average Christian’s understanding of the Holy Spirit? - I used to freak out when people called Him the Holy Ghost. - I do not know about you, but ghosts do not give me a comfortable feeling. - Is the Holy Spirit as well known or understood as the two other members of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Lord, One Church, One Banquet

Contributed by Les Buttolph on Oct 2, 2023

Celebrating Worldwide Communion

As the first Sunday of October, today is not only our regular Communion Sunday, it’s Worldwide Communion Sunday for Christians around the world. (Our Communion table is arrayed with different types and colors of bread symbolizing the worldwide Church’s diversity.) It’s a day to celebrate the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:1-8, Luke 14:12-23

Denomination: Methodist

Who Should We Obey? Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 5, 2022

As followers of Jesus, we need to share the Gospel courageously and actively with everyone we meet.

WHO SHOULD WE OBEY? Text: Acts 4:13-22 Introduction 1. “Being a Christian is less about cautiously avoiding sin than about courageously and actively doing God’s will.” (Dietrich Bonhoeffer) 2. The question I want us to ponder this morning is should we obey God or people? 3. According to Peter and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Hope That Transforms

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 8, 2023

The reality is advent is only distantly related to Christmas. It was celebrated long before Christmas in the church.

TITLE: THE HOPE THAT TRANSFORMS SCRIPTURE: ROMANS 8:24-25 All eyes in Christendom have turned upon celebrating Christmas. In fact, this is what many Christians make of Advent, if they have even heard of it or think of it at all. The reality is advent is only distantly related to Christmas. It was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

My Name Is .... Yeshua (God In Flesh - Salvation) Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 14, 2024

Number 4 in a series of five names of God - looking at what God in Flesh called Himself - Yeshua - Salvation

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21 Series – Names of God Title: My name is Yeshua (Salvation) Sermon looks at the name God gave Himself as He came to Earth as God in Flesh – Jesus – Yeshua. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Good morning! Over the last few weeks, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21, John 3:16-17, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Nazarene

Ring Your Bells Of Joy

Contributed by Judy Austin on Jan 5, 2023

Joy doesn’t come from what happens to us but rather how we respond to the things that happen to us.

2 CORINTHIANS 11:23-28 Apostle Paul wrote . . . “I have worked much harder, been in prison more frequently, been flogged more severely, and been exposed to death again and again. 24 Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. 25 Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-28

The Resurrection: When Shall It Come? Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jan 28, 2025

We have determined there will be a resurrection of the saints. The next logical question is, “When shall the Resurrection come?” The coming Resurrection some call a Rapture. We will define this term in our lesson today.

In our study of the Resurrection and what scripture tells us, we read the introduction of the topic of a resurrection by our Lord, Jesus Christ. (The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail) Last week we studied the resurrection as spoken by Jesus and his Apostles. (Resurrection?) We have determined there ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-54, John 15:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17, Revelation 14:14-16, Revelation 14:17-19, Matthew 24:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Community PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

This sermon encourages us to strive to be a community that mirrors the early church in devotion to God, love for each other, and active engagement in the world.

Welcome, beloved sisters and brothers, to our shared space of faith and fellowship. As we gather here today, let us remember that we are not simply a gathering of individuals but a community, a family, united in our love for Christ and our commitment to following His teachings. We are here not only ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: Power, Relationships, Local Church

The Necessity Of Flesh PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

Explores the transformative power of grace, brought into the world through Jesus, and its profound impact on our lives, faith, and relationship with God.

Good morning, friends. It's a joy to be here with you today. We're here to talk about something that's at the very heart of our faith. It's something that has changed the course of history. It's something that has the power to change our lives. It's something called grace. Grace. A simple word. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Topics: Incarnation, Salvation

Leave The Past Behind, Focus On What's Next PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023

This sermon encourages embracing past experiences, living in the present, and moving forward with faith, guided by God's Word and the spirit of perseverance.

Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, what a joy it is to be gathered here together in this sacred space, in the presence of our Lord. A place where we can open our hearts, share our burdens, and be uplifted by the Word of God. We find ourselves today at the crossroads of reflection ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Topics: Involvement, Unity, Teamwork

Church Tragedy: Devoid Of The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores navigating faith amidst worldly distractions, maintaining churches as sanctuaries of God's love, and fostering spirit-filled stewards for service.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a wonderful day to come together in the house of the Lord, to bask in His presence, to feel the warmth of His love and to seek His wisdom? His Word is our guide, our comfort, our hope, and our strength. It's a joy to be here with you, to share in this ...read more

Topics: Worldly Leadership

The Church: Diversity Of Gifts And One Body PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 3, 2024

This sermon explores our roles in the body of Christ and how to use our unique gifts to serve God and each other humbly.

Good morning, beloved. It's a joy to be in the House of the Lord today, isn't it? As we gather in this place, our hearts knit together in unity, we are reminded of the beautiful tapestry of the body of Christ. Each of us, with our unique gifts, talents, and callings, woven together by the Master ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:11-31, 1 Peter 4:10-11

Topics: Equally Important, Building Up, Church

Consistency PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

Encourages steadfastness in faith, commitment to Christian conduct, and the importance of consistency in our spiritual journey, assuring that our labor for the Lord is not in vain.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we unite in the spirit of fellowship and worship. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, called to gather as one body, one spirit, in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our theme today is centered on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Topics: Consistency

Easter Sunday Morning In Ad 33

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 16, 2025

If the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is so important to the Christian Faith (and it is) so why does St John only record four Resurrection appearances in his Gospel

Swayfield 20-04-2025 Sermon Before I was a Vicar, I was a patent lawyer. So I am keen on evidence. And I do believe we have a reasonable faith And the more I think about it, the most reasonable explanation for my Christian faith is that Jesus died and rose from the dead. For that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-31

Denomination: Anglican

Cordless Christians

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. The book of revelation is a book of judgement and hope.

1. The book of revelation is a book of judgement and hope. We have spent much time on considering how the wicked will be judged and how God will destroy all evil including the one from whom all evil flows. As we said last week God’s judgement is complete. 2. And now we spend our last two weeks of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed