Sermons on Being Found:

Five Reasons For Loyalty In A Hostile World Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Five Reasons for Loyalty in a Hostile World

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Five Reasons for Loyalty in a Hostile World Luke 12:1-12 I want to first start with the definition of hypocrisy. “Hypocrite” was used in Greek society to describe an actor who gave performances to make money. It means acting like someone who you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Reasons For Loyalty In A Hostile World

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Five Reasons for Loyalty in a Hostile World

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Five Reasons for Loyalty in a Hostile World Luke 12:1-12 I want to first start with the definition of hypocrisy. “Hypocrite” was used in Greek society to describe an actor who gave performances to make money. It means acting like someone who you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Message To Sardis: The Church With Reputation But Dying Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 11, 2012

Sardis had the reputation of being a highly respected church, but it was dead and lifeless.

Have you ever been in a church that was dead or dying? How does that happen? Usually it happens when a church gets satisfied with itself, with keeping things the way they have always been. This is usually a church that rests on its laurels and its past history, that revels in what used to be? ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"love That Transforms” 1 John 4:7–10

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 12, 2025

A message about being transformed by the love of God in our everyday lives.

“Love That Transforms” 1 John 4:7–10 Stand with me and hold up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible I am what it says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess: My mind is alert, My heart is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Role Of Christian Women

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 20, 2012

Paul explained to Timothy the proper role of Christian women as essential to the function of the church. The Christian community must embrace the proper role of godly women. But how is it discovered? Responsibility for Christian women is found in her..

THE ROLE Of CHRISTIAN WOMEN—1Timothy 2:9-15 This sermon was very well received. One woman commented that I was ‘ballsy’ for preaching this. She also stated that her mother(were she a church-goer) would not have stood for it. Attention: Movie/Broadway presentation—requires that each ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Assurance - Evidence #4 Series

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 30, 2003

Another evidence that gives us the assurance of our salvation is found in our Christian Love. A continuation of our study of the assurance of salvation in 1 John.

“BLESSED ASSURANCE” – Evidence #4 – ‘Christian Love’ INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on “The Assurance of Salvation”. In our past messages, we have seen: o You can’t be effective as a Christian without the assurance of salvation. o EVIDENCE #1 - Intimacy with Christ is an evidence of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:12-13, 1 John 2:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Lost Silver Series

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Feb 21, 2003

2nd Message in the series "God’s Lost and Found" from Luke 15. This message deals with the second illustration in the parable, that of the Lost Silver.

INTRODUCTION: Last week we started a study on Luke chapter 15, “God’s Lost and Found”. We looked at the fact that this is not three separate parables, but rather one parable that illustrates God’s love for those that are unlovable. In this parable are three examples of Jesus affirming His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 3: Generosity Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 24, 2003

Third in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #3 - Generosity.

26, October 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Three: Generosity Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Proverbs 23:6-8

Denomination: Mennonite

The Presents Series

Contributed by Dave Collins on Nov 22, 2000

This sermon will be to show that at the end of their search for the King of the Jews the Magi gave their gifts in worship, and found the perfect Christmas present; that present is still available to us.

Scripture Reading- Intro: "We three kings"…were they kings? There are conflicting theories regarding that. "Bearing gifts"…they each had a gift and today we'll look at each one means. I. Presented with Gold Anchor verse: Matthew 2:11 The gold represents His royalty. II. Presented with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: *other

Why I Still Love The Church

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Nov 27, 2004

IN SPITE OF ALL THE SHORTCOMINGS AND PROBLEMS FOUND IN THE CHURCH,, I STILL HAVE A LOVE FOR THE CHURCH. LET ME GIVE YOU SOME REASONS WHY

EPHESIANS 5:25 TEXT.HUSBANDS LOVE YOUR WIVES EVEN AS CHIRST ALSO LOVED THE CHURCH AND GAVE HIMSELF FOR IT. INTRO. SOME SAY THE CHURCH IS FULL OF HYPOCRITES. SOME SAY THE CHURCH NO LONGER PORTRAYS THE LOVE OF CHIRST. SOME SAY THE CHURCH HAS BECOME A SOCIAL ORGANIZATION. THE MAJORITY OF ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Generosity

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005

In these verses Paul points out principles found in the Word of God as well as those drawn from experience to show why and how we are to give.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: L. Kraft, head of the Kraft Cheese Corp., who had given approximately 25% of his enormous income to Christian causes for many years, said, “The only investment I ever made which has paid consistently increasing dividends is the money I have given to the Lord.” (W. A. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Expectations Of The Church

Contributed by Alan Tison on Aug 2, 2005

The apostle Paul gives us his expectaions for the church from a very familiar passage.His expectaions are found through out his writings

Introduction: High School Reunions can be some of the best of times and some of the worst of times. One thing about High School reunions is often people are surprised with the changes that have occurred with their classmates. • The computer Geek is now a successful the businessman • The awkward ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Importance Of Sound Doctrine

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Aug 4, 2006

Doctrine is not a theological mystery only found in classrooms but the basic teachings of scripture that must we must apply to our lives to be disciples of Jesus Christ.

As the church has entered the postmodern era, historic biblical teaching has fallen by the wayside and new theologies have taken their place. The ‘new theology’ downplays the value of scripture and shifts the focus on emotionalism and experiential Christianity instead of Christianity based on ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Heroes #6: Daniel's Faith, Friendships And Favour Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 9, 2008

What do you do when you are faced with a difficult or impossible situation? Daniel found the answer in faith, friendships, and favour from God.

HEROES #6: DANIEL’S FAITH, FRIENDSHIPS AND FAVOUR KEY TEXT: Daniel 11:32b. “But the people who know their God will be strong and carry out great exploits.” THE BIG IDEA: What do you do when you are faced with a difficult or impossible situation? Daniel found the answer in faith, friendships, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:19-20

Denomination: *other

Why I Believe Christianity Is True

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

We come from a Designer, which should cause us to consider what the point of life is; this can only be found in Jesus Christ.

Where do we come from? 1. Random accident 2. Designer Who are we? 1. A collection of molecules 2. A significant creature with an eternal soul If 1 is true, what is purpose of life? 1a. Hedonism- “eat, drink and be merry, for tomorrow we die!” O’D’s pleasure centres. 1b. Altruism (enlightened ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-26

Denomination: Baptist