Sermons on Authoritative Sources:

Unity Of The Church - Sermon For Proper 16 - Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Aug 19, 2020

An challenging exploration of what it means to be the church here and now. This is a re-work of a much older sermon of mine, which feels as relevant now as it did years ago. The analogy was used from another source, although I cannot now remember where that source is.

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Throughout the Gospels we see Jesus involved in situations where a number of profound questions are asked. Questions such as Pilate asking what is truth, or what is power, and today our Gospel leaves us with another when he asks his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

How To Plant Urban Churches: A Case Study Evaluation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How To Plant Urban Churches: A Case Study Evaluation of the Summer Urban Church Planting Efforts

How To Plant Urban Churches: A Case Study Evaluation of the Summer Urban Church Planting Efforts Of Jos Evangelical Churches of West Africa in Nigeria Seminary Students In 1988 Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how seed families can help start urban churches. 2. The students ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exercise For Holiness Series

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 6, 2002

The effectiveness through which we reach others is dependant upon the way our lives are perceived. If we exercise the tenets of holy living our witness will be strengthened.

Sermon Title: Exercise for Holiness Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – June 9, 2002 Scripture Introduction: There are just some things in our lives that we cannot be warned of enough. Paul is no exception when it comes to the preparation of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Denomination: *other

Letter To The Church In Pergamum

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 10, 2020

Pergamum was the first city of Asia to openly support the imperial cult or emperor worship, and therefore was considered the chief seat.

Letter to the Church in Pergamum Rev. 2:12-17 As we begin our study and draw some application to present day, let’s look back historically to get an idea what was happening 19 centuries ago. We find that Pergamum was the capital of Asia, and had been the capital city of Asia for almost 400 years. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Godly Wisdom

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 1, 2001

Godly wisdom 1. Has a different source. 2. Has a different goal. 3. Has a different result.

Cadillac has a new technology available for their cars called "OnStar." Those purchasing the service have a 24/7 information servant available. OnStar includes a completely hands-free, voice-activated phone — you never have to dial. Through a satellite Global Positioning System (GPS), someone ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

Experiencing Revival Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 18, 2006

4 of 4 on Prayer. This message on Acts 1-2 explores the source of revival in times past and in our times.

Experiencing Revival Sunday, September 17 God Revives 4 He said to me, “Prophesy to these bones and say to them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the LORD. 5 This is what the Lord GOD says to the bones: I will cause breath to enter you so you will come to life. 6 I will put muscles on you and flesh ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Good Enough Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 5, 2006

The contrast between enough, being good enough to be righteous in God’s eyes & understanding the true source of righteousness.

EPIC-9/14/03-Are You Good Enough?-Matt. 5:17-37 Clip from movie Ground Hog Day-early on where Bill Murray realizes he is reliving the same day over and over about 2-3 minute clip that shows various events from those days that he is reliving. Stuck in a day-list of all the good things he can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-34

Denomination: *other

Who Are You Listening To

Contributed by Juan Lane on May 14, 2005

When we are in tight situations we need to make sure that we seek advice from the right sources.

Who Are You Listening To Scripture Reference: I Samuel 28:7 (KJV) I Samuel 28:6 And when Saul enquired of the LORD, the LORD answered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets. 7 Then said Saul unto his servants, Seek me a woman that hath a familiar spirit, that I may go to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Let Anything Slow You Down Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 12, 2004

This the second of 4 based on an Olympic theme. I used many sources including several from Sermon Central

Go for the Gold The Olympics: If you have ever watched the Olympics on TV. you have probably been amazed at the feats the human body is capable of doing! It has always amazed me how some of these people have spent their entire childhood preparing for a single event that in some cases is over ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Climbing An Uncertain Mountain

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Dec 17, 2005

Do we have actions in our lives that prove we trust God? Unsure of illustrations sources for this sermon.

Climbing up an uncertain mountain - Absolute Faith in the Unseen Genesis 22:1-8, 13-14; Exodus 24:12-18 Intro. It is easy for us to trust in the things we can see and touch. We love to talk about our faith in God, but do we have actions in our lives that prove we trust Him. Or is it evident ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Death Of Death

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 8, 2004

Easter sermon on the source and cure of death with thoughts gleaned from Glen Schaumberg’s 2000 Easter sermon.

April 11, 2004 1 Corinthians 15:19-26 If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are to be pitied more than all men. 20 But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. 21 For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:19-26

Denomination: Lutheran

The Promise Of The Father Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 23, 2009

We need to acknowledge the presence of the Holy Spirit and appropriate His power. He is the source of an overflowing life in Christ.

Acts 2:1-4, 14-21 The Promise of the Father It happened on the day of Pentecost – a Jewish festival on 50th day after Passover, also known as the Feast of Firstfruits (Harvest). • So they waited for 10 days, after Jesus’ ascension. • According to Acts 1:15, there were 120 of them. They believed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A New Year's Revelation

Contributed by Lin Smalec on Dec 31, 2005

A sermon for New Year’s Day on the most important resolution of all - Trusting Jesus to be the source of our contentment.

Rev. Lin Smalec Salem Church, Waynesboro, PA “A NEW YEAR’S REVELATION” New Year’s Day, 2006 Well, here we are, another new year! Let’s see how many of you enjoy New Year’s traditions - how many stayed up till midnight to watch the ball drop at Time’s Square? How many shot a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Part 4 - The Empty Jar Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 12, 2015

Part 4 focuses non-biblical sources of Jesus' existence and why we need Him in our lives!

Why Jesus – Part 4 An Empty Jar Scriptures: Revelations 20:14-15; 21:3-4; Psalm 23 Introduction: This morning my message is part four of my series “Why Jesus.” In parts one through three, I reviewed prophecies pertaining to the Messiah that only Jesus fulfilled. I shared ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Winds Of Change

Contributed by James May on Oct 7, 2014

The mighty rushing wind of the Holy Ghost is the greatest source for Winds of Change that are needed in the church and in our world today.

Winds of Change Sunday, October 05, 2014 By Rev. James May Nothing that God does is ever done by chance. He is meticulous in his plans, paying absolute attention to even the smallest details to ensure that everything happens in proper order, at the proper time and in a way that fully complies ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible