Sermons on Baptism Biblical:

The Five Signs Of A Believer

Contributed by Shane Brown on Apr 18, 2011

Pastor Shane Brown talks about the five signs that Jesus said would follow those who believe on Him.

In the great commission that Jesus gave us, He said that five signs would follow all those that believe on Him. Well, as we look at much of the church today, or should I say, so called "church", we see very little, if any of the five signs following those who proclaim to be Christians. These signs ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20

Denomination: Charismatic

Connections: The Believer, Church, Holy Spirit And Great Commission Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 9, 2011

If we want to be in the center of God's plan for us, we must seek Him individually and we must be in deep connection with an individual church that is faithful to the Word.

Connections: The Believer, Church, Holy Spirit and Great Commission (Acts 12:24-13:3) Transitions can be hard to make; we have recently transitioned to an empty nest, the lost of dear family members, and a host of other adjustments based upon changes in our society, as you also have had to do. We ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You A Sower Of Discord

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 28, 2020

God has called us to unity, but too many thinking they are sowing in His fields are actually tearing up the field causing malnutrition in the Body because there is no fruitful harvest only wasted seed.

These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19, Romans 15:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

We Are One In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 9, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 18

August 8, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Ephesians 4:1-16 We Are One in the Spirit Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. In the 1960’s, Father Peter Scholtes was a parish priest on the south side of Chicago. As one of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Mountain Glory & Valley Failure

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 22, 2022

Why was there glory on a mountaintop and failure in a valley? Let’s look at the transfiguration in Luke 9:28-42.

Prelude Why was there glory on a mountaintop and failure in a valley? Let’s look at the transfiguration in Luke 9:28-42. 1. Prayer “Now it came to pass, about eight days after these sayings, that He took Peter, John, and James and went up on the mountain to pray. As He prayed, the appearance of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-42

Denomination: Baptist

Second Sunday Of Easter (Or Sunday Of Divine Mercy)

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 16, 2023

Prophecy: Jesus told St. Faustina that this Feast of Mercy would be a very special day when “all the divine floodgates through which graces flow are opened”. (Diary 699)

At the entrance to Jerusalem's church of all nations, next to the Garden of Gethsemane, there is a sign warning every visitor: "NO EXPLANATIONS INSIDE THE CHURCH." The sign is intended to discourage over-talkative tour guides but it's also what Jesus practiced after his ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

Does God Hate Your Church

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 24, 2023

If your church was built by the will of man causing division in the Body, you are not in the path of blessing.

These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19, Romans 15:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Momentum

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 31, 2024

Our faith, combined with our works, creates divine momentum positioning us to see extraordinary breakthroughs.

Introduction • 2025 holds divine potential for God’s people. o God accelerates the fulfillment of His purposes through our obedience and faith. • Scriptural Foundation: "But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?" (James 2:20, KJV). o Our preparation must ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:28, James 2:20, 1 Kings 18:45-46, James 2:17, Genesis 41:41, Isaiah 43:19, Acts 2:41, Joel 2:25, Job 42:10, Ephesians 5:15-16, Acts 8:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Christ And His Church Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 17, 2011

The challenge for the church is not what we do when we call our Sunday morning huddle, but what we do when we break our huddle ... When Satan lines up against us, what difference does it make that we are Christians?

Opening illustration: The job of the church is not to impact the church, but to impact the world. It’s like a huddle in a football game. 67,000 people don’t pay $25.00 a ticket to watch the Titans huddle. What if you went to a Titans game and for 2½ hours you watched 11 men stand in a circle and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond The Obvious: Faith's Secrets

Contributed by Wann Fanwar on Apr 21, 2003

This sermon is an appraisal of faith from a unique perspective, the story of Rahab. The sermon suggests four main components of the faith exhibited by Rahab

BEYOND THE OBVIOUS: FAITH’S SECRETS Hebrews 11:1-16 At the beginning of each year, the Queen of the United Kingdom bestows certain New Year’s honours on people who have made special contributions to their respective fields. Some receive the MBE, others the OBE. In doing so, these individuals are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16, Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Adventist

Mothers: Passing It On

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 23, 2005

God wants mothers to pass along these things to their children.

Passing It On 2 John 4 Introduction Dr. James Dobson tells about a time he came home when his son, Ryan was a small baby. It had been a terrible day for his wife. Ryan had been sick, and had cried all day long. Once, as Shirley was changing his diapers, the telephone rang and she reached over to ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

"Thy Kingdom Come" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

"Thy Kingdom come" is a call for God to increase His Kingdom, to convert the hearts of unbelievers, to draw people to a saving knowledge of Christ.

"Thy Kingdom Come" Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Introduction: Astronaut James Erwin is one of but a few men to walk on the moon. As he stood upon the lunar landscape and looked up at the earth, he prayed for the first time in his life. He thought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4, Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

Summer Vacation: Back To Reality Series

Contributed by Lance Bane on Oct 1, 2002

This message informs students that on the horizon is the school year and we are quickly approaching the reality of living in our mission field.

Text: "My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one.” John 17.15 Week #1: Where are you going, how are you going to get there, what are you going to do? Week #2: Expect distractions, turn to the map, arrive safely. Week #3: Attitude ...read more

Scripture: John 17:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Witnesses And Magnets: Our Role!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 26, 2011

What is it all about this Christianity, blessed with a relationship with God Himself, the creator of the universe. To internalise that and keep it there or could there be more, drawing others into a realtionship with Him could that be it.

Witnesses and Magnets: Our role! This sermon is based on the illustrations and teaching from ‘The Bible’s Big Story - Our Story’ a visual roadmap for the biblical journey, by Dr Harry Wendt. As a lead in, we have used this material as a Bible teaching tool for the last three years, as weekend ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:26

Denomination: Salvation Army

Disciples Under Construction

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Nov 12, 2010

Daily we can seek God’s will in our lives. One day at a time we can open ourselves to the Holy Spirit’s sanctifying power. Whether it is our last day on Earth or the return of Christ it will be a day of joy for the elect.

November 14, 2010 25th Sunday after Pentecost 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Disciples - Under Construction Grace mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. A lot of people are fascinated by end time predictions. Some Christians even dangerously seek information from non- Biblical ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Denomination: Lutheran