Sermons on Biblical Principles:

Little Things Series

Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Jan 12, 2009

David teaches us an important principle of living with God’s heart.

Little Things 1 Samuel 16 ©Copyright January 11, 2009 Rev. Bruce Goettsche SERIES: Living with God’s Heart Every speaker will tell you they long for a captivating illustration that will drive home the point they want to make. We labor finding the right word picture to help people understand and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Protecting The Unity Of The Church

Contributed by Greg Warren on Jun 16, 2021

The importance of protecting the unity of the church and practical principles and steps for doing so.

We'd like to think that the church is immune to conflict and disagreement. After all, we're all Christians here. Right? Well, don't be naive. Hopefully, we're all striving to be like Christ. But we're also humans who sometimes fall short. We say things or react before we ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23, Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Gifts Round 1

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 31, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 12 regarding 4 of the 5 non-miraculous gifts in this text. Saving prophecy for later, and going to deal with the miraculous gifts (tongues, miracles, and healing) in a different sermon.

Text: 1 Cor 12:7-11, Title: Spiritual Gifts Round 1, Date/Place: NRBC, 10.29.11, AM A. Opening illustration: Slowly, the barber’s business began to dwindle. He just couldn’t compete. In a last ditch effort to save his business, he hired a business consultant. The consultant spent a day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Communication Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 23, 2024

Communication has a powerful influence on behavior and character. In 1 Corinthians 15:33, Paul warns, be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners

Communication is a cornerstone of human interactions, shaping societies, fostering relationships, and bridging diverse communities. While the Bible may not explore modern communication technologies and platforms, it offers profound insights into the principles and consequences of how we convey our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:6, Proverbs 15:1-2, Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparing For Battles Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 23, 2016

there will alwyas be battles in our lives, how do we handle them?

Have you ever faced a situation in which you knew there will be a battle? At work? At school? With your relatives? With your neighbors? How should you prepare for battle? What are the right things to do before going to battle? We can learn much from Joshua and the Israelites as they got ready to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Protecting Your Sanctuary And Keeping Your Home Holy Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 14, 2026

Your home should be a place of peace, love, prayer and worship, where God's presence dwells.

Your home should be a place of peace, love, prayer and worship, where God's presence dwells. But when ungodly influences enter, it can become a battleground. Let's explore what the Bible says about keeping your home a sanctuary. "My house shall be called a house of prayer for all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10

Speaking The Truth In Love - Loving The Mentally Ill Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 17, 2013

If we love the mentally ill, we won't judge them, blame them or suggest that they are simply suffering through a spiritual battle. If we love them, we will help, we will listen, we will accept them.

A few weeks ago we discussed what it means to speak the truth in love and how we do so with unbelievers and how we love those who embrace immorality. Today we're going to continue to speak the truth in love for another group of folks that we don't talk about much. This is what we want to discuss ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Jesus Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jun 6, 2014

There are many today who are confused about Jesus. The most effective testimony in any court is an eye witness. John is an eye witness and you heard his testimony today.

In the beginning of the church when the original apostles were teaching and planting churches, including Paul, the New Testament as we have it today had yet to be compiled. The writers of the New Testament were all first generation Jesus followers and their work would not be complete until John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mark Of A Bible Believing Church Series

Contributed by Vincent Harry Anobling on Oct 21, 2011

What is a true church? Is it the local building or the body of believers. Student of God's Word is aware that it's the body of believers purchased by the blood of the Lord Jesus Christ! How is the church you are in right now? Is your church preaching w

The Mark of a Bible believing church! Acts 2: 41 - 47 A Bible believing church... 1. Requires that each member believes in Jesus. v. 41 2. Baptizes people who believe in Jesus. v. 41 3. Holds steadfastly to Biblical Doctrine. v. 42 4. Encourages fellowship between believers. v. 42 5. Observes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Leviticus

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 13, 2015

CHRIST IS YOUR RESTITUTION.

LEVITICUS OBSERVATION: LEVITICUS INSTRUCTED OLD TESTAMENT ISRAEL REGARDING SACRIFICES AND RITUALS FOR WORSHIP AND GOD’S REGULATIONS FOR EVERYDAY LIFE. CHRISTIANS TODAY ARE UNDER A NEW COVENANT INSTITUTED BY CHRIST’S DEATH ON CALVARY AS THE SUPREME, ULTIMATE AND HUMAN SACRIFICE FOR ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Bits And Pieces Of Truth

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 2, 2015

Pilate asked, "What is Truth?" It is our Biblical command to offer that truth all of mankind.

Title: Bits and Pieces of Truth What is Truth Your Ideology, True or False, Part One Jesus said, For this purpose I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world—to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to My voice.” Pilate said to Him, ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obeying God Is Not About The Rules

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Mar 10, 2014

This isn't about keeping a bunch of rules. We obey Jesus because we love our Heavenly Father, and we know it's not easy. We need each other, because we don't always succeed, sometimes we fail, we give in to our selfish nature, we don't always make the sacrifice.

When we talk about obeying God we're not talking about rule keeping. When you play a game, there are rules to the game. We don't play a lot of games in our family because we argue a lot about the rules. Does anyone else do this? I can't tell you how many times we've played a game that we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

More Than Conquerors

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 1, 2019

The following sermon is going to examine Romans 8:31-39 as it relates to how we can overcome any of life's most difficult persecutions and tribulations!

More than Conquerors Romans 8:31-39 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How can God whom is indivisibly present, full of grace and ever-loving kindness allow His own to go through persecutions, trials and tribulations? How can an omnipotent God allow us to go through the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

Addressing Liberal Theology: Was Jesus Nicer Than Thou?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

If you interact on the web, or with folks in your hometown you may come across Christians who tend to believe that Jesus Christ was the nicest of nice person who ever walked the planet.

If you interact on the web, or with folks in your hometown you may come across Christians who tend to believe that Jesus Christ was the nicest of nice person who ever walked the planet. This Jesus apparently never offended anyone. This Jesus was all inclusive. This Jesus endorsed gay marriage. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36, Luke 14:26, Matthew 5:10, Matthew 19:21, Matthew 23:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Walk Like A Man

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Nov 14, 2018

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity”. Masculinity only becomes toxic when men do not lead as God intends them to lead.

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity” , while there is a real application for this phrase, when applied to men who are violent, abusive, overly aggressive and overtly forceful. It is now being applied to all men. Modern society looks at the characteristics of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14