Sermons on Banquet:

Take It Or Leave It

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 26, 2011

Exposition of John 1 regarding crucial, but basic questions, rejecting and receiving Christ.

Text: John 1:9-13, Title: Take it or Leave it, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/25/11, AM A. Opening illustration: I had a conversation with Terrence Brown this week (worked for the concrete company that was delivering the concrete that we poured on Tues). He spoke well of the church that his wife is a member ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Martin Luther And The Three Solas

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 6, 2007

Martin Luther and the Three Solas 1) Sola Scriptura; 2) Sola Gratia; 3) Sola Fide Not just the foundation of the Reformation but the foundation of our salvation.

Everyone has heard the story about Goldilocks and the three bears but have you heard of Martin Luther and the three solas: sola scriptura, sola gratia, and sola fide? These three Latin phrases are not just the foundation of the Reformation; they are the foundation of your salvation. Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-28

Denomination: Lutheran

A Contagious Faith Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007

Looking at the example of Levi, this message examines the type of faith necessary to be contagious in our example.

INTRODUCTION A. Sermon: “A Contagious Faith” Series: “Becoming Contagious” Part 1: “The Stockpile Factor” Part 2: “A Contagious Heart” – A desire to be used Part 3: “A Contagious Faith” – How do you have a contagious faith? ILLUSTRATION: FAITH I heard the story of three guys that were hiking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

I Wrote His Mother!

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 14, 2014

A sermon for Mother's Day on Esther (Material adapted from John S. Connell at: http://sermons.pastorlife.com/members/UploadedSermons/sermon_2612.pdf)

HoHum: A commander of an infantry unit in Vietnam was frustrated in his efforst to make a soldier out of one particular PFC. The young man lagged behind on patrols, pretended to be ill, and managed to spend most of his time at headquarters. One day he changed his ways. When someone questioned ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Strong Arm Faith Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015

This message was for a long standing leader of the church. He was sometimes misunderstood, but always admired for his passion for the church. It was based on his wife's favorite verse about God's sustaining power in the midst of difficult circumstances.

Message The most important thing that I can say personally about Max **** is that he has made me a better minister and a better man. Let me share two reasons for that assessment: There was more to Max than first impressions. When I visited FCC for an interview weekend, nearly 19 years ago, I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Healing Of The Centurion's Servant

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 6, 2014

Why did Jesus find more faith in a Roman Centurion than all of Israel? Who are God's people?

The Healing of the Centurion’s Servant Matthew 8:5-13 Introduction Matthew has just finished cleansing a leper in last week’s passage. The leper was unclean. He was not allowed to enter into the congregation of Israel. He had to remain outside the community as an outcast to society. Jesus healing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's A Love Story #1: First Love

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 13, 2013

The Song of Solomon is a picture of a beautiful relationship between a husband and a wife, and it is also an allegory for our loving relationship with Jesus our Saviour.

IT’S A LOVE STORY #1: FIRST LOVE INTRO TO THE SONG OF SONGS: “The song of songs, which is Solomon's.” (Song 1:1, NKJV). • Three names to this book: Song of Songs, Song of Solomon, Canticles (Latin for song). • Author: Solomon: “And God gave Solomon wisdom and ...read more

Denomination: *other

Christians Are The Chosen People

Contributed by David Mcnally on Apr 17, 2018

A look at Election and the place of Free Will based on Jesus' words "Many are called but few are chosen" in Matthew 22

Matthew 22: 1 – 14 (emphasise v. 14) Jesus said ‘Many are called but few are chosen’. This raises three questions, 1. on what basis are people ‘chosen’, 2 why are only a ‘FEW chosen’? and 3 who does the choosing? God alone, or o we have any free will in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Raised From Death Unto Life

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 12, 2020

Peter knew the church faced much persecution in the first century. As they continued to endure adversity, he pointed them to Jesus, the Author and Finisher of our faith. Persecution might continue, but they had been raised from death unto life in Christ.

Raised from Death unto Life 1 Peter 4: 1-6 Peter set the tone for the message he sought to convey as he introduced himself to the reader. He addressed them as strangers scattered throughout the Roman provinces. This served two basic principles – 1) Peter revealed to the believers that he was aware ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Be Active In Your Gratitude

Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Nov 26, 2018

How can we actively show our gratitude to God?

BE ACTIVE IN YOUR GRATITUDE 1 Thessalonians 5:18--18 in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Isaiah 25:1, 6-9— 1O LORD, You are my God; I will exalt You, I will give thanks to Your name; For You have worked wonders, Plans formed long ago, with perfect ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Isaiah 25:1, Isaiah 25:6-9, Psalm 92:1

Denomination: Charismatic

The Wedding: No Shoes? No Service!

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 8, 2020

People love to attend wedding receptions. There is food, wine and music. Jesus was the life of every party. He made better wine when the old wine ran out. Jesus loved celebrations. (Quote from Leonard Sweet)

In Jesus Holy Name October 5, 2020 Text: Matthew 22:2, 11-14 Redeemer The Wedding: No shoes? No Service! In my experience weddings equal “party time”! People love to attend wedding receptions. There is food, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:2-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Fall On Your Knees Before The Lord!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 10, 2013

Fall On Your Knees Before the Lord! (It’s the only way you’ll get on your feet.)

Did you hear about the row Forbes magazine caused? Its latest issue included a list of the wealthiest people in the world. 26th on the list is Saudi prince Alwaleed and he’s not happy with this ranking. Forbes valued him at a paltry $20 billion prompting Alwaleed to claim that if the magazine ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Zacchaeus, Come Down!

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 25, 2014

This is more than a cute little Vacation Bible Schools story.

Zacchaeus, Come Down! Luke 19:1-10 Introduction Many of us can remember the Vacation Bible School song about Zacchaeus. “Zacchaeus was a wee little man, a wee little man was he.” We remember that the song tells us that he climbed up into a sycamore tree “for the Lord he wanted to see”. We also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Salvation Is Death Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Jun 7, 2023

Hear it, and know for yourself. God will deliver you. In His presence, you can be secure. God's goal for our lives is His fullness. The Father draws us to Himself. Death is the doorway into a new life. You cannot miss it.

Job 5:15-27 15 But He saves the needy from the sword, From the mouth of the mighty, And from their hand. 16 So the poor have hope, And injustice shuts her mouth. 17 “Behold, happy is the man whom God corrects; Therefore do not despise the chastening of the Almighty. 18 For He bruises, but He binds ...read more

Scripture: Job 5:15-27, Psalm 91:1-4, Galatians 6:7-8, Matthew 1:21, 1 John 3:4, Romans 6:23, James 3:1, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 22, 2024

In a world filled with chaos, fear, and uncertainty, the prophet Isaiah offers us a timeless message of hope and assurance: that Jesus, our Everlasting Father, remains steadfast, compassionate, and sovereign through every trial and triumph.

Everlasting Father Isaiah 9:1-7 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ What do you do when life feels overwhelming and chaotic? When King Jehoshaphat faced the imminent threat of the Moabites, Ammonites, and Meunites marching against Judah (2 Chronicles 20:1-37), fear gripped the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, 2 Chronicles 20:1-37

Denomination: Baptist