Sermons on Athens:

Our Times Are In God’s Hands! Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Jan 11, 2021

A study of the concept that “Your Times are In His Hands,” that is set forth in Psalm 31:15, can provide you with a comfort, and a confidence that will help you to face the new year!

Topic: Sunday Sermon Series - Palms for the New Year Title: Our Times are in God’s Hands! (Part 1) Text: Psalm 31:14-15 - Begin message by reading Psalm 31:1-15 Intro: Since the beginning of the new year, we have been considering the topic of time. The bible has much to say about it. One of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-15

The Power Of One Choice

Contributed by Norman Lorenzo on Aug 9, 2020

Decisions we must make everyday!

INTRODUCTION Ngayon ay pagusapan natin ang the power of one choice. Pagusapan natin ang 3 singular decisions na ang bawat isa sa atin ay kailngang gawin sa ating buhay. At ito ay mga simpleng bagay. At subukan nating gawin na ang mga complikadong bagay ay pano ito maging simple. But one.. The ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Are His Offspring

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 11, 2024

God created mankind, and He gives us our being. Thus, we must not segregate on the basis of race or sex. Flowing from the knowledge of God's creation, and having given His Word, we discover that not all cultures are equal, though all people have opportunity to know God.

“Men of Athens, I perceive that in every way you are very religious. For as I passed along and observed the objects of your worship, I found also an altar with this inscription: ‘To the unknown god.’ What therefore you worship as unknown, this I proclaim to you. The God who made the world and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Your Faith Alive Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

In this introductory message, we’ll look at how this young church was started and we’ll focus on what the believers did to keep their walk with God fresh.

Keeping Your Faith Alive Two country pastors were standing by the side of a highway holding up a sign that read, “The end is near! Turn around now before it’s too late!” The plan was to lift the sign up high and point to the words as cars came down the road. The first driver slowed down enough ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3, Acts 17:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Is Real Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 24, 2001

Three reasons to believe God is real, presented to people investigating the Christian faith.

One of the more creative movies to come out in the last few years was the Peter Wier film The Truman Show. The Truman Show is about a man named Truman Burbank--played by Jim Carey--who was adopted as a newborn by the OmniCam Corporation. The OmniCam corporation then created an entire city on a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:15-17, Acts 17:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Speaks Through The Supernatural Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Sep 29, 2010

Jesus is speaking to us today. Are we listening? This is the third in a series of messages explaining how Jesus communicates to us today

How Jesus Speaks Through the Supernatural Series: Hearing Jesus Speak Today September 5, 2010 Today’s message is a 2 parter. This morning, I just want to give you the introduction and maybe a little more (depending on time), and then next week we’ll finish up…so I hope you plan ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:17-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Power Of Music In Worship Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007

This is a tour-de-force of the changes in music styles down through the ages that helps the congregation embrace musical changes in worship.

THE POWER OF MUSIC IN WORSHIP BTCC 10/15/06 Prelude Welcome to our August series on Life-Change! • Two weeks ago: “Life-changing Words” o Last week: “Life-changing Events” • Today: “Life-changing Music” IMAG: MUSIC TESTIMONIES VIDEO Prayer • Thank You for the gift of music! o Please help ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gospel Shaped Living – Week 2: ‘a United Church In A Divided World’ Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 13, 2019

Gospel Shaped Living – Week 2: 'A united church in a divided world' - Ephesians chapter 2 verses 11-18. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Reading: Ephesians chapter 2 verses 11-18. SERMON OUTLINE: (A). Before They/We Became Christians: • They were without Christ (vs 12a) • They were without citizenship (vs 12b) • They were without covenants (vs 12c) • They were without hope (vs 12d) • They were without God (vs 12e) (B). After ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Brethren

Four Characteristics Of A Strong Human Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 5, 2024

In order to care properly for our spirit, we must know what qualities a well-maintained human spirit should have. In this message, we process what condition the believer's spirit should be in so that the person fulfills God's will for his or her life.

Intro My objective for the next two messages is to instruct you on how to care for your spirit. Much is said about caring for your body. We need to eat right and exercise regularly if we want a strong, healthy body. Most of us know something about that, even if we don’t do what we know to do. But ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11, Ephesians 3:16, Ephesians 5:18-21, 2 Corinthians 3:17, John 8:36, Acts 17:16-17, John 2:17, 1 Corinthians 6:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Opportunities Not Obstacles Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 7, 2020

What Jesus Says the Church Should and Should Not Be

So good morning and welcome to this place we call DCC. So pumped that you are here. We want to give a special shout out to all of our friends watching online, and to all of our new friends who are here for the very first time today. If you’re new we want you to know that we have all made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

16) Lord Teach Us To Pray! Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 17, 2022

“Lord, teach us to Pray” – the disciples said. They had all doubtless seen Jesus pray. They had heard Jesus pray. So they knew that Prayer was important. And this is what led one of the disciples to prompt Jesus saying: “Lord, teach us to Pray”. Lets now let the Master teach us.

16) LORD TEACH US TO PRAY TEXT: Luke 11:1 1 And it came to pass, that, as He [Jesus] was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, one of His disciples said unto Him, Lord, Teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples. RECAP As you might recall, last week we began to look at what we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1, Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Provoked To Produce

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 2, 2021

Today I have come to defend one of these “mean girls” and show that her actions were meant for good and not evil.

Intro: This narrative is one of those that we all know; in fact it is so well known it is has become identified with the theme of prayer and baby dedication. Elkanah and Hannah’s story carry a very familiar situation similar to the Patriarch Abraham and Sarah. Both were married to their true loves ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:4-17

Christianity In The Public Square: The Apologetics & Philosophy Renaissance

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

Christianity in the public square? For the public good? The people of the United State are divided in many ways, but in this area the consensus seems to be: Sure you can practice your religion, as long as you do it behind closed doors on Sunday.

Christianity in the public square? For the public good? The people of the United State are divided in many ways, but in this area the consensus seems to be: Sure you can practice your religion, as long as you do it behind closed doors on Sunday. Of course a religion that only functions an hour a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Salvation Army

God The Father Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Aug 13, 2002

Who God is, how the Bible describes Him, and what He does.

God the Father (God at Work series) Dt. 6:4, 5 INTRO.: A six-year old child looked into the crib of his brand new baby brother and said, "Quick, before you forget, tell me what God is like?" What the child was asking about has been the pursuit of scholars for many centuries. Scholars call it ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Christ - The Perfect Leader

Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 18, 2002

It’s hard to find a good spiritual leader. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, is just the leader you’re looking for.

JESUS CHRIST – THE PERFECT LEADER (John 10:1-10) Recently in the news, we’ve seen a lot of examples of bad spiritual leadership. The Roman Catholic Church, for example, is struggling with a major problem that all of us know about. Last week, Pope John Paul summoned the highest ranking ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran