Sermons on Basics:

"Betrayed!" Series

Contributed by Kevin Smith on Jun 28, 2005

This sermon talks about the basic defenitions & theme of the subject "Betrayed!" Part 1 of a 4 part sermon series...

"BETRAYED!!" John Chapter 13:18-30 Aww praise the Lord people of God, come on & bless his name for he is WORTHY to be praised!! Hallelujiah, you may be seated in the presence of the Lord! Mmm.. I want to begin a series on today dealing with this particular passage & about 2 to 3 other ones, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:18-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fishing Takes Commitment

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 25, 2007

Fishing takes commitment. If one is to be a successful fisherman one must apply five basic rules to there fishing endeavors.

Introduction Fishing takes commitment. If one is to be a successful fisherman one must apply five basic rules to there fishing endeavors. Luke listed these five basic rules in his gospel. However in this parable one must see that the message has a deeper meaning than that which one might first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Atonement Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Aug 19, 2006

This is a sermon about what the Church of the Nazarene believes about the Atonement. This is one in a series of sermons covering are basic tenents.

Last Sunday you heard a message from Pastor Ron about what we believe about the Holy Scriptures, this week I am going to cover a very important statement of faith… from our Articles of Faith.. Article number 6 - The Atonement . So let’s get started this morning. 14 For Christ’s love compels us, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: Nazarene

'living God's Way' Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 25, 2006

The 3rd in the series of firm foundations looking at Christian basics this one entitled Living God’s way.

Titus.2: 11-13. Living Gods way Last week in firm foundations we looked at the fact that a Christian is trusting in God for salvation and that salvation is a result of the mercy and grace of God towards the individual, received through faith, as a gift. In our 3rd message in the series we are ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel In The Den Of Faith

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 27, 2005

This sermon basically is a running commentary on a Reformation Sunday talking about how God delivered Daniel through faith.

October 30, 2005 Daniel 6:10-12, 16-23 - Reformation Sermon Daniel 6:10-12 Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, Daniel was one of three administrators under King Darius of the Medes and the Persians. The book of Daniel is unique because it takes place outside of the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-23

Denomination: Lutheran

By Scripture Alone Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Oct 29, 2006

One of the basic questions of the Reformation was where does our authority come from? Answer: From Scripture alone.

By Scripture Alone John 5:30-47 Four key questions of Protestantism: How is a person saved? Where does religious authority lie? What is the church? What is the essence of Christian living? Luther’s new answers: Salvation by faith alone, not by works. Religious authority is not in the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mud Pies And Miracles (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jun 2, 2002

This sermon basically reveals the causes for suffering and the fact that obedience is necessary in order for God to work a miracle in your life.

May 26, 2002 John 9:1-12; 35-38 “Mud pies and miracles” INTRODUCTION I want you to do something for me. I want you to close your eyes. Now, imagine yourself going about your daily activities this way. The alarm goes off tomorrow morning, but your sudden blindness does not prevent you ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

Dangerous Compromises

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 25, 2002

The compromises Pharaoh submitted to Moses are basically the same type of compromises that Satan submits to God’s people today.

DANGEROUS COMPROMISES “And do not give the devil an opportunity.” Ephesians 4:27 NASB The compromises Pharaoh submitted to Moses are basically the same compromises that the devil submits to God’s people today. Satan realizes that if he can get the children of God to compromise what God has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:27

Denomination: Baptist

Being Children Of Encouragement

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 11, 2003

This is basically a shortened version of Brian Winslade’s excellent sermon on encouragement. Much gratitude to him on a week of a funeral!

Acts 9:19-31 – Being Children of Encouragement You might have heard the story of the married couple asleep in bed on a stormy night who were awakened by a loud knock on the front door. The man crawled out of bed and grumpily went downstairs. When he opened the front door he found a man dripping ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31, Hebrews 10:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Headship Factor Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Feb 21, 2005

This is the first of four sermons that present the four basic ingredients that are a must if our churches are to become Great Kingdom churches.

The Headship Factor Matthew 16:13-18 I. He Must Be the Head Based on His Position (v. 16) A. He is the Son of God B. He Gave His Life For It “..just as Christ also loved the church and gave His life for it.” – Eph. 5:25 C. He will ultimately be our Judge 1. He will judge every soul that has ever ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Revival Is For The Redeemed

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 30, 2009

This message basically peels away the layers of 2 Chronicles 7:14 to show God’s requirements for revival.

Revival Is For The Redeemed Text: 2 Chron.7: 14 Intro: Our text is perhaps one of the most recognized verses of Scripture within the Christian community. Yet, it speaks of a topic that is also among the least understood and most misunderstood truths of God’s Word. “How so,” you may ask. When ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

"The Brook Dried Up"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 2, 2007

Water was a basic need, essential for Elijah’s survival. Why would God allow the brook to dry up?

I Kings 17: 1-7 “The brook dried up” While the long drought we have experienced this summer has been difficult to endure, it actually saved the life of eighteen year old college student Julian McCormick. On the morning of September 1, Julian left his Bowie State University campus to pick up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"Unless A Man Be Born Again"

Contributed by Brian Menear on Feb 22, 2007

A sermon to demonstrate the basic principle for Salvation-No Jesus/No Heaven...Know Jesus/Know Eternal Life

“Unless A Man Be Born Again..” John 3:1-3 3:1 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, "Rabbi, we know you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the miraculous signs you are doing if ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mystery Of Enjoying Life Series

Contributed by Chadrick Forrester on Mar 4, 2007

This sermon gives people basic truths that can help you enjoy life in spite of all its mysteries.

Intro: Keys to Understanding this book (Ecclesiastes) 1. Written by somone who is credited for being the wisest of all time. 2. Written by somone who has made many mistakes. 3. Written after many pursuits and a lot of trial and error. Solomon describes life as an unending, repetitious, pursuit of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Giving - Christian Confusion

Contributed by Anthony Perry on Sep 5, 2009

When it comes to Christian Giving we are misinformed, confused, and have mixed emotions. This is a basic look at Christian Giving.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8: 1-15 Message: Christian Giving - Christian Confusion Anthony Perry Jr. Every Sunday I grab two little golden plates and I walk to the center aisle as I say, “It is time to receive our tithes and offerings.” What is a tithe? What is an offering? Are we required to give? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Methodist