Sermons on Beyond Excuses:

How Do We Overcome Temptation? (Luke, Part 3) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 7, 2022

None of us is immune to being tempted … but we all can overcome by following the same model that Jesus provided for us. When you resist him, you are choosing the things of God; you are choosing to turn away from the quick pleasure fix (of sin) and seeking His way to guide your life.

Introduction / Recap - We know that Luke was a physician – helped Paul throughout his ministry -- He was most likely a Gentile from Antioch (Syria) addressing a Gentile audience - Examining the language of the text indicates that he was well educated -- Familiar with Greek; well versed in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Make A Difference Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

Jesus calls us to let our light shine; here, Paul calls us to walk in the light.

Background to passage: In this text we are reminded that we used to be darkness and now we are light. Jesus calls us to let our light shine; here, Paul calls us to walk in the light. I think he tells us some ways to do that, and I want to bring it down a little closer to where we live today. So, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Forms Of Modern Idolatry

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 23, 2024

What do you define as idolatry? Should you be concerned with the idea of idolatry in modern times?

What do you define as idolatry? Should you be concerned with the idea of idolatry in modern times? If you ask assembly goers about whether idolatry exists in modern times they may say, “Yes”! If you ask them if it is a concern for them they might say, “No, it does not affect me because I do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:5-11, Exodus 20:3-5, Ephesians 5:5, Matthew 6:24, Colossians 3:5, 1 Samuel 15:23, 1 Peter 4:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pardon Me

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

Forgiveness must be a daily lifestyle, releasing debts as God forgives us, so faith and love remain alive in every relationship.

(490 Times) Introduction – Mercy Triumphs over Judgment When Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy times seven” (Matthew 18:21–22). Today’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22, Lamentations 3:22-23, 1 Peter 4:8, Romans 12:19, Mark 11:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Father Abraham Had Many Sons

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025

Jesus used a familiar Jewish story to show who the true children of Abraham are. The only bridge across the chasm of sin is the cross and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

(Father Abraham and Lazarus) If you could overhear a live conversation between heaven and hell, would you lean in? Many people read Jesus’ story of the rich man and Lazarus as though He lowered a microphone into the afterlife to let us hear a dialogue across eternity. For centuries preachers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Galatians 3:7, Hebrews 13:12, 2 Corinthians 6:2

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Story Of Zacchaeus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 11, 2025

Jesus recognised Zacchaeus's repentance as being true by what Zacchaeus did

The story of Zacchaeus Story: On 12th February 1809, a baby boy was born in a one room log cabin - with a dirt floor -on a farm near Hodgenville, Kentucky. And when he was only 9 years-old, his mother died. He was a boy with rugged determination. And although he only had less than a year of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Suiting Up

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 1, 2025

How can a sinful people live in intimate daily communion with a Holy God?

Leviticus is probably one of the most difficult books in the Bible. The material in it ranges from unpleasant to incomprehensible and back again, with one or two flashes of clarity and simplicity almost as if to catch us off our guard. If it hadn’t been for the fact that I promised to preach on one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

6. The Woman At The Well (When Grace Meets Shame) Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 24, 2025

A woman hiding from shame meets Jesus at a well. He knows her deepest secrets. He offers her living water. Her broken past becomes her greatest testimony.

6. The Woman at the Well (When Grace Meets Shame) Introduction Picture yourself walking through your town at the hottest part of the day, deliberately avoiding everyone you know. This was the daily reality for one woman in Samaria two thousand years ago. Her story, recorded in John chapter 4, shows ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, John 4:6-7, John 4:6, John 4:9, John 4:10, John 4:14, John 4:15, John 7:38, Isaiah 12:3, John 4:16, John 4:17-18, John 4:19-20, John 4:24, John 4:26, 1 Corinthians 1:27, John 4:28, John 4:29, John 4:39, John 4:40, John 4:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

12. Jesus Breaks Chains: A Sermon On True Freedom Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 26, 2025

People walk free but carry invisible chains. Alcohol, anger, fear, and sin bind souls tightly. Today discover how Jesus Christ breaks every chain and offers complete freedom.

12. Jesus Breaks Chains: A Sermon on True Freedom Introduction: The Paradox of Modern Freedom Look around you on any street corner. People walk past wearing clean clothes, carrying phones, heading to their jobs or homes. They appear free. They look successful. But appearances deceive. Behind many ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36, 2 Peter 2:19, Romans 7:19, Mark 5:15, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Acts 4:12, Acts 3:6, Acts 4:31, 1 John 3:8, Romans 10:13, Luke 4:18, Mark 5:19, Galatians 5:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Out On A Limb PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024

This sermon explores overcoming obstacles to seek Jesus, willingly encountering Him, and experiencing transformation through faith, using the story of Zacchaeus as an example.

Good morning, beloved family of God. What a joy it is to gather together in this sacred space, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to learn from His Holy Word. As we open our hearts and minds to His divine wisdom today, let us remember the words of the great Charles Spurgeon, who once ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Topics: Need For Jesus, Challenges

True Freedom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023

This sermon encourages us to personally know God, adhere to His teachings, and experience the spiritual freedom that comes from being His disciples.

Friends, as we gather today, let's open our hearts to the profound truth that awaits us in the hallowed pages of the Bible. With hearts full of expectation, let's turn to the Gospel of John, chapter 8, verses 31-36. Opening Scripture Reading – The words of Jesus, as recorded in this passage, are a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Topics: Slavery, Sin

Name Fame And Game Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 8, 2024

Life is a gift, life is a game. How do we treat it matters a lot. The given name and earn name differs at many occasions. Let’s strive for a great and good name which comes from the life lived with the fear of God and humility.

Text: Proverbs 22:1-8 Theme: Debt free Life   Text: Proverbs 22:1. “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches,    and favour is better than silver or gold. … 4. The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honour and life. … 6. Train up a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Leave Me Alone I Came To See Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on May 24, 2025

Come to the Lord just as you are.

The phrase “Come as you are” is often used in Christian circles to express that God accepts people just as they are, without requiring them to “clean themselves up” before approaching Him. He’s waiting on you before we think that we can get ourselves together. So, while this exact phrase doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Three Events That Occur When One Becomes A Christian.

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jun 29, 2025

In order to become a Christian, a person must hear the gospel, believe in Christ, and receive the Holy Spirit—all of which happen together at the moment of genuine faith.

“Three Events That Occur When One Becomes a Christian” “In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit,” (Ephesians 1:13) Today’s passage describes three things that happened in the lives of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, Romans 1:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Counting The Cost - Discipleship

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 2, 2025

Jesus said "Go and make disciples......". Discipleship is a process which has it's own cost. In this sermon, we will view cost of Discipleship from the teaching of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Luke records for us in this passage an account of THREE (3) MEN whom Jesus met as He travelled along with His disciples. Two of these men declared that they wished to follow Jesus; to become His disciples. The other was one whom Jesus SUMMONED to follow Him. What immediately strikes me is the way ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62