Sermons on Barnabas:

The Fragrance Of Love Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Apr 4, 2025

Is our worship "bland blah-de-blah" or "love untamed, worship unashamed"

If you enter St Barnabas Church in Jehricho North Oxford you may be struck by the beautiful cut-glass mural on the left (north) side of the nave. It depicts many important saints, martyrs and angels of the Christian tradition, with the words of the Te Deum Laudamus underneath. It is absolutely ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Isaiah 43:16-21, Genesis 28:17

Denomination: Anglican

I-Give Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 18, 2009

The early church sold their lands to help the poor and needy amongst them. Were they setting the pattern for a communist commune? Were they socialists? Or was there something more basic going on here?

OPEN: The past two weeks we’ve been talking about iPods. Ever since Apple Computers began marketing these miniature music machines in 2001 they’ve been a popular item with both adults and kids alike. iPods have been marketed in various shapes and sizes and colors, and there are all kinds of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:15-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Still Throwing Stones At Others?

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020

Let me talk about stones. God requires Christians to take care of each other. Not to pamper people in their wrongs, but to encourage them get back up when they do wrong or fall. We must have that Barnabas Spirit – to be willing to help each other when down.

John 8:1-12: 8 But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 Now early in the morning He came again into the temple, and all the people came to Him; and He sat down and taught them. 3 Then the scribes and Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery. And when they had set her in the midst, 4 they ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Charismatic

A Disagreement Between Church Leaders Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 1, 2025

Acts 15:36-41 teaches us that disagreements in ministry, while challenging, can serve God’s greater purpose when approached with humility and a focus on the mission.

Introduction John Adams and Thomas Jefferson's disagreement was deeply rooted in their contrasting political philosophies, visions for the United States, and even personal rivalries. Their differences played out over decades, from the American Revolution to their presidencies. John Adams, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You An Encourager Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 6, 2006

We are called by God to be encouraging and edifying to the body of Christ!

Date Written: July 18, 2006 Date Preached: July 19, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (Wed - PM Service) Series Title: Basic Bible Study Sermon Title: Are You an Encourager? Sermon Text: Acts 4:34-37 Introduction: 34 For there was not a needy person among them, for all who were owners of land or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:34-37

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Willing To Stand In The Gap? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 12, 2021

Paul "stood in the gap." Heresy was threatening the churches in Galatia that was so powerful that even Peter and Barnabas were swayed by its influence. What Paul did can tell us a lot about the importance of standing firm against false teachings and standing up to protect God's people

OPEN: About 500 years before Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a famous battle took place in mountain pass called Thermopylae in Greece. The Persians invaded Greece with approximately 150,000 soldiers, and King Leonidas of Sparta led a small force of soldiers to oppose them. The Spartan strategy was to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fly High - Acts Part 3

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 8, 2006

The book of Acts was written to show what God can do with people who are filled with the Holy Spirit and what happens to those who try to deceive the Holy Spirit.

“Fly high” – Acts part 3 On the Lighter side of Life: Funny pictures of pets Opening Video Illustration – Flying high for the kingdom of God – two real life stories of what it means to sacrifice for the kingdom and for others: From Blue Fish TV – Illustrate Volume 3 : David and Cynthia and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Playing My Position To Benefit The Team Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 23, 2008

Fourth sermon in series focuses on the biblical purpose of serving in ministry.

PLAYING MY POSITION TO BENEFIT THE TEAM Doing Life Together—Part 4 The Barnabas File One of the first to sell possessions to help the Christians in Jerusalem First to travel with Paul as a missionary team One of the most quietly influential people in the early days of Christianity Called an ...read more

Denomination: *other

Artificial Or Real Christian?

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 24, 2005

It expalains what makes on real Christian as opposed to artificial Christian.

Artificial Christian 1 Peter 1:18-25 For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your forefathers, 19but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. 20He was chosen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ The Son Of God

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 26, 2005

It explains why it is important to believe Jesus as the Son of God.

Christian Repentance As many as I love, I rebuke and discipline. So be committed and repent. Listen! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and have dinner with him, and he with Me. (Rev. 3:19-20) What do you think is the most important ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Repentance

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 26, 2005

The significane of fellowship with God in light of His calling and Jesus’ death, without practicing of which we all need repentance.

Christian Repentance As many as I love, I rebuke and discipline. So be committed and repent. Listen! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and have dinner with him, and he with Me. (Rev. 3:19-20) What do you think is the most important ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why And How We Rejoice And Be Thankful Always?

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 29, 2005

Why and how can and should we rejoice and give thanks in whatever circumstances. Why, because of the gospel. How, by, while holding to the gospel, keeping the new commandment

Why and how do we rejoice and give thanks? As I share the word of God with you, I pray that you and I may experience "being Spirit-filled." I am very confident that we would experience that as we pay all our attention to the word of God, which I am going to share. The bible says, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Habakkuk 3:17-18, 1 Corinthians 2:2, John 15:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

What And Why The Gospel?

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 29, 2005

I explained the meaning of the gospel, which is the subject of the whole bible, the New and Old Testament, in terms of why is it necessary to know the gospel to repent from sins, thus to have right relationship with God.

What and Why The Gospel? Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. He also said to them, "This is what is written: the Messiah would suffer and rise from the dead the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins would be proclaimed in His name to all the nations, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

La Fe Real

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 10, 2005

It explains how to examine if one is in faith. Eso explica como una persona puede examinar si esta en fe.

Barnabas Park barnabaspark@gmail.com La Fe Real II Corintios 13:5 Iniciamos nuestra obra aqu?hace cuatro a?s. Desde el principio de nuestra obra, muchas personas han pasado. Algunos quedaron, pero mayor parte de ellos salieron. Esa no es un problema t?ica de solo nuestra iglesia. Es un ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

Being Born Again Series

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 11, 2005

Most common and obvious hindering factor in our spiritual growth is when you do not have life to begin with

Barnabas C. Park barnabaspark@gmail.com 4 most common hindrances for Spiritual Growth. 1st Factor: Being born again Romans 8:29: For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to become conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the first-born among many brethren; Beginning today on, I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29

Denomination: Baptist