Sermons on Baptism Of Repentance:

Inside Out

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 29, 2005

This is a sermon in which I taught about the importance and significance of baptism.

Stats don’t lie. LifeWay data indicates that although Southern Baptist membership grew, the number of baptisms decreased for the fourth consecutive year. The 2003 total was 377,357, reflecting a 4.44 percent decrease from the 2002 totals. “This indicated a baptism ratio of 1 to 43, meaning that, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"The Water's Fine"

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Jan 6, 2005

The Baptism of the Lord First Sunday in Ordinary Time

One of my favorite movies is made by the Coen Brothers. It is called “O Brother, Where Art Thou.” It features George Clooney and John Turturro as these escaped convicts in the depression of the 1930’s in America. George Clooney is a smooth-talker in jail for practicing law without a license. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Presence Of The Holy Spirit"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 8, 2005

A sermon with an emphasis on baptism.

Acts 10:34-43 “The Presence of the Holy Spirit” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Cornelius was a Roman officer, a Gentile, a part of the occupation, and therefore he was Peter’s enemy and his oppressor. At the beginning ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: United Methodist

Finding What You Are Looking For- The Ethiopian Eunuch

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Feb 8, 2005

A sermon with an evangelistic edge preached at a Baptismal service.

Finding what you’re looking for. WBC 6 Feb 05am. Acts 8:26-40 (Baptismal service of Sarah Logan) A man is stumbling through the woods totally drunk when he comes upon a preacher baptising people in the river. He proceeds to walk into the water and subsequently bumps into the preacher. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Watermark Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 19, 2005

A relationship with God is a life changing experience

GOD, WATER AND LIFE SEPTEMBER 26, 2004 Romans 6:4-8 “Watermark” INTRODUCTION A young girl boards an oceanliner for a trip to America—the new world. The emotions of fear and excitement rage within her as she climbs the gangplank. What she is doing is not an easy task. She is leaving behind ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Two For The Price Of One

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Nov 7, 2005

If anyone is in Christ there is a new creation - a sermon on this text for Holy Baptism and Holy Communion

I remember once listening to Radio 4, when Christine Hamilton was being interviewed, talking about the relative poverty of he life after her husband Neil Hamilton famously lost his seat in the 1997 General Election. It was the first time I heard the phrase ‘BOGOF’. She was, of course, talking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

No Other Name

Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 13, 2005

The third in a series through the book Acts during Fall 2005

One of my favorite songs is by the legendary Contemporary Christian Artist Larry Norman. Norman is one of a handful of pioneers of contemporary Christian music that paved the way for the ministry (and industry) that it is today. I have played the song before and it is entitled, ‘The Outlaw.’ It ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12

Denomination: Church Of God

God's New Project Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Dec 19, 2005

When God takes us off of the trash heap and makes something new, he has promises and expectations.

Christmas is one time of the year when many people get creative. Some people make new things. Others take old things and make them like new. I remember reading about prisoners who took on the project of refurbishing old toys so some kids could have something special for Christmas. And Kay has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-12

Denomination: Brethren

Dead To Sin, Alive To God

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jun 27, 2002

At baptism, God changes your personality. Let’s see how.

Romans 6:1-11 DEAD TO SIN, ALIVE TO GOD In our country, a major change is taking place. The wildfires in Colorado and Arizona are completely changing the landscape over there. Some of our WELS people living in those areas have been evacuated. A major change is taking place, and you have to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Frustration!

Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Jul 9, 2002

A look at frustration (and its cure) through the eyes of St. Paul in his letter to the Romans.

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Frustration. How many of you here today have been frustrated in the past week? How many of you have suffered some form of frustration even this morning? Did anybody pull out in front of you when you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25, Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Raise The Roof!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Raise the Roof! 1) God’s works are wonderful; 2) God’s word is dependable.

Even if you think it appalling, you have to admit that it’s a bit entertaining. I’m talking about the lavish touchdown celebrations in professional football. I won’t demonstrate the “funky chicken” or the “Lambeau Leap” lest I trip over my gown, but I will share with you a celebration that was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

236 - New In Attitude Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Sep 21, 2002

What do you receive after water baptism? A new attitude!

Sermon Study # 236 - NEW IN ATTITUDE Illustrate: Attitude is everything! 1. A chaplain told a young soldier who’s laying on a cot, “Son, you lost your right arm in this war.” The young soldier said, “No, I kept my left arm in this war” 2. A neighbor told her Christian neighbor after a care ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Best Man Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 27, 2002

Exegetical, evangelistic, expository sermon on the prupose and meaning of Christian baptism as practiced by John the Baptist and Jesus.

2 weeks ago I played baptism down, saying it was not needed for salvation. That is still true, but you need to see the importance of baptism. John the Baptist was baptizing, and Jesus’ disciples were baptizing under Jesus’ authority. 1) A jealous arguement. John’s disciples wanted John to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3, John 3:26-36

Insignificant Significance

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 25, 2004

MOTHERS ARE OF UTMOST SIGNIFICANCE IS GOD PERFECT PLAN!

INSIGNIFICANT SIGNIFICANCE JUDGES 13: 1-25 MOTHER’S DAY 2004 MAY 9 INTRODUCTION: Mothers are central to the success of the American family. Their love, dedication, and wisdom touch countless lives every day in every community throughout our land. And their love and guidance of children help to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Ministerial Resource No.3_ Practical Instructions For Water Baptism Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jun 21, 2004

A practical help sheet used to prepare believers for Water Baptism by Immersion. Includes the Baptism Formula.

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed by this document, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you merely ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-8, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Charismatic