Sermons on Bear Witness:

Paul's Charge To The Colossians Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 3, 2013

Paul gives a charge to the believers in Colossae to walk IN CHRIST and to live their lives accordingly

Colossians 2:6-7 [NLT] January 2, 2013 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study Paul’s charge to the believers in Colossae: Paul has just told the believers in Colossae and Laodicea that he cares for them and believes that they have a strong faith and that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Win Souls For Jesus

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Sep 1, 2016

We must learn different ways to share the gospel here is a brief but simple way to share your faith

Learning to Win Souls Daniel 12:3 I. Put People at Ease a. Many people have a fence built up around them in the form of preconceived ideas, customs and religious notions II. Present the Gospel a. The Gospel is still the power of God unto salvation unto everyone that believeth III. Plan your ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:3

Denomination: Baptist

Be Different Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Don't Be Discouraged". Christians, we are to be different than those of the world.

Series: Don’t Be Discouraged [#2] BE DIFFERENT 1 Peter 1:13-2:3 Introduction: As I look around and see all of the evil going on in the world it’s easy to get discouraged. We can throw our hands in the air and give up, or blame things on the younger generations, or quit trying, or ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living Out The Life We Have In Christ Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 23, 2013

Paul stresses how the believer should live a life that reflects their status of being IN CHRIST and Paul lays out what needs to be laid aside for this to happen...

Colossians 3:1-9 [NLT] January 23, 2013 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study Paul’s clarifies his teaching on attitude and actions within the body of Christ: I hope and pray I can get ALL this in tonight, but if NOT we will pick up next week right ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Mistaken Identity

Contributed by Thomas Giddens on May 3, 2013

This country, and the church has a Mistaken Identity, we have lost sight of who we are.

"Mistaken Identity" 1Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; (I Peter 2:9 NKJV) Intro: What we have today is a case of mistaken ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 9 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 31, 2018

Message 9 in our series on the essential directives for every believer. This message continues the exploration of the second directive to pursue meaningful relationships.

“CPR for a Healthy Walk" Part 9 “Restore and bear burdens” REVIEW I. Cleave to Christ and continually cultivate a dynamic relationship with Him. II. Persistently pursue, develop and maintain meaningful connection with the community of saints. A. Fervently pray for one another ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5, Philippians 2:2-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

We Can!

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 15, 2010

We can overcome lifes trials and be powerful witnesses of the grace of God to others.

Title: We can! Text: Acts 16:22-34 Thesis: We can overcome life’s trials and be powerful witnesses of the grace of God to others. Introduction In Shawshank Redemption, Andy Dufresne is wrongfully convicted of a crime and sent to prison. He is a model prisoner and was recruited by the Warden to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pray Your Heart Out Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

There are at least four core commitments for Christian living. One is abiding in the Word. A second one is to pray your heart out.

IMPRISONMENT OF CHRISTIANS IN CHINA is on the upswing. One report says there has been a drastic increase of assaults on Christians over the last year. That’s China, but that’s not the only place it’s happening. You can probably guess the other countries that are among the most hazardous for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas In July Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 29, 2013

This is the first sermon in a series on the Gospel of John and covers John 1:1-19. This is Christmas according to St. John, The central point of the sermon is found in verse 13 which states the purpose of the Gospel.

Christmas in July John 1:1-18 Rev. Mark A. Barber Several years ago during the Great Recession, several retailers in an attempt to increase slumping sales advertised a “Christmas in July” sale. They put out the Christmas decorations and even played “Christmas” songs in the stores to try to get ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, John 1:1-18, John 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Acts 4 - Stand Strong Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 27, 2013

Seek the truth and stand strong. Know your identity and be strong. Exercise authority and stay strong.

The outpouring of the Holy Spirit gave the disciples exceptional courage to bear witness to Christ. • They showed unwavering faith in Jesus, despite the danger and opposition. • They were strong because of the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. Peter did not mince his words. The people did ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ashamed Of The Way

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 10, 2021

Beyond denying ourselves and picking up our cross to follow Jesus, we must live courageously and unashamed of Jesus Christ.

IT WAS GERMAN PASTOR, DIETRICH BONHOEFFER, WHO WROTE, “SILENCE IN THE FACE OF EVIL IS ITSELF EVIL. GOD WILL NOT HOLD US GUILTLESS. NOT TO SPEAK IS TO SPEAK. NOT TO ACT IS TO ACT.” DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, ALSO SAID SOMETHING SIMILAR: “THERE COMES A TIME WHEN SILENCE IS BETRAYAL. OUR LIVES BEGIN TO ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38, Romans 1:16, 2 Timothy 1:8, Philippians 2:5-8, Colossians 3:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Judgment On God's Elect Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 8, 2022

Amos 3:1-15 shows us the significance of four divine calls.

Introduction Jonathan Sacks, the former Chief Rabbi of Great Britain, wrote a book in 2009 titled, Future Tense: Jews, Judaism, and Israel in the Twenty-First Century. In the book, he noted, “When it was hard to be a Jew, people stayed Jewish. When it was easy to be a Jew, people stopped being ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where Is Jesus Right Now?

Contributed by Trevor Woodget on May 18, 2007

Ascension of Jesus to encourage our mission and witness for him

Acts 01:01-11 Basingstoke 20th May 2007 Where is Jesus Right now?? I expect you’ve seen the film, “Forrest Gump.” Where Tom Hanks plays a slow witted southern man by whose simplicity, good-heartedness, and good luck, moves from an obscure childhood to become a millionaire shrimping tycoon. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Commandments Part 9 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 29, 2018

Part nine of this series focuses on the ninth commandment, "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor." This message examines the reality of how prevalent lying is in the world today.

The Ten Commandments – Part 9 Scriptures: Exodus 20:16; Proverbs 3:5-7; Hebrews 6:18; John 8:44; Ephesians 5:8 Has someone ever asked you how they looked in some clothes and you, not wanting to hurt their feelings, told them they looked fine? Has someone asked you how you are feeling, and you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Second Work Of Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2022

If God wants to give you a gift, know that it is a good gift (it’s nothing to be afraid of), and if this second work of grace is going to make you a witness for Jesus, then use it for his glory.

A SECOND WORK OF GRACE Text: Acts 1:4-11 Introduction 1. This series through the Book of Acts I am entitling “The Blueprint for the New Testament Church,” I believe it is God’s guidebook for what a New Testament Church should be. In other words, if we want what they got, we need to do what they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-11

Denomination: Methodist