Sermons on Blindness To Gods Truths:

I Am Barabbas

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 13, 2023

Recap of last message of Triumphal Entry • We looked at Matthews account of the Triumphal Entry, and • Zechariah’s prophesy of the coming Messiah found in Zechariah 9:9

The setting free of Barabbas is found in all 4 Gospels. We’ll look @ Matthew’s account beginning in verse 15 of chapter 27. Read Matthew 27:15-26 -show video of I am Barabbas- Powerful video huh? Shaye showed me that after he came back from VN. Gave me chills! I’d like us to look at two verses ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15

Peter And Paul And Their Church-Building Witness

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 14, 2023

There's much to learn about building on the Foundation that is Christ, and Peter and Paul teach us much.

Saturday of the 32nd Week in Course 2023 Today we celebrate an anniversary that is important to the Catholic Church, with readings that should speak to all Christians. The anniversary is of the dedication of the Basilica of Ss. Peter and Paul in Rome, which is atop Vatican Hill and contains the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Acts 28:11-31, Psalm 98:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Go Run And Tell That

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Nov 29, 2023

Don’t let the trials of this life get you all out of sorts but go to the one who can save you and set you free from all your sins.

“Go Run and Tell That” Matthew 8: 28-34 Have you ever found something, and you just want to go and tell someone? How about you did something that was so great and sometimes extraordinary that you just can’t keep it to yourself? Well in this story there was a man who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

Joy

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

The story of the shepherds we will examine a couple of issues concerning joy.

Joy Luke 2:7-2:15 • Later in Jesus’ ministry, He said He was here in part to bring joy! • John 15:11 “I have spoken these things to you so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete. • The story of the shepherds we will examine a couple of issues concerning joy. verse 7. I. Fear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is Not Your Mascot: Confronting The Lie Of Christian Nationalism Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Mar 30, 2025

Christian Nationalism is not Biblical Christianity.

Sermon Title: Jesus Is Not Your Mascot: Confronting the Lie of Christian Nationalism Primary Scriptures: John 18:36 Philippians 3:20 Psalm 2 Revelation 7:9 Ezekiel 36:23 Matthew 6:24 Hebrews 12:29 1 Peter 2:9 Introduction: Church, we are in a spiritual crisis. Not because of who’s in ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Philippians 3:20, Revelation 7:9, Ezekiel 36:23, Hebrews 12:29  (view more)  (view less)

A Commitment To Our Children

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 19, 2002

This is a short outline for a sermon that encourages parents to commit their children to the Lord. This sermon provides three ways based on the text for parents to do make that commitment.

I. Introduction a. Historical Setting i. This was a unique time in Israel’ History 1. They were moving from a tribal confederation to a centralized dynastic state. ii. Hannah – Means Grace iii. Peninnah – Means Pearl b. Hannah had a commitment to her son. i. We need to be committed to our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: "Everyone Into His Own City..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Dec 15, 2004

Christmas must be our happiest time of the year. One 8 yr. old asked me, "Do you know which Reindeer has the cleanest antlers, Comet!" Kids and Christmas do go together, But, that’s not all, let’s see why!

Introduction Christmas and Kids. They do go together don’t they. Just the other day, one of our 8 yr olds at Church came up and boldly asked, "Do you now which Reindeer has the cleanest antlers, Comet!" We all look forward to this time of the year. However, it can be one of the most stressful & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Holding Onto A Good Thing

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 24, 2004

Why do we hold onto the good news of what Jesus has done for us instead of sharing it with others in need?

The Path We’ve Trod: - each of these is both true of the lepers and of us in our spiritual pilgrimage. 1. Desperation leads to decision. - vv. 3-4. - they had nothing to lose/they just wanted to live. - they were sick, separated, and starving. 2. God does a miracle at the moment of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Long Will You Live?

Contributed by Wayne Essex on May 4, 2019

The Bible instructs us how to live long lives.e.

Examples of Biblical characters and their lifespans: Adam Methuselah Abraham Hezekiah David John the Baptist Jesus What do the actuary tables say about you? God is is control of our longevity Proverbs 27:1 James 4:14 Isaiah 22;2, Job 27:3 How to live a L.O.N.G. life L.ove God. Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:10

Denomination: Baptist

The 5 Choices Of Our Faith!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 19, 2017

These are the most important choices we will make in our walk with the Lord.

The 5 Choices of our Faith! These are the most important choices we will make in our walk with the Lord. 1. CHRIST. We seek and receive Him first. Matthew 6:33. A. Without Him we are and have nothing of eternal value. 2. CROSS. There He paid the full price for our redemption. Isaiah 53: ...read more

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Dorie Lynn Durden on May 13, 2017

No one knows the hour or day that Jesus is coming back

Many predictions have been made about when Jesus will come back, but the Word teaches us that no one knows the hour or day of his appearing. We must not fall asleep, at anytime since tomorrow is not promised. We should keep our eyes open, and live a good christian life, by obeying the Word. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18, Matthew 24:36, Romans 3:23

Denomination: Christian Church

What Does It Mean To Be A Friend Of Jesus? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 27, 2021

This passage mentions multiple times that we are Jesus' friends. What does that mean exactly?

- “Refrigerator rights.” The idea that you become good enough friends that when you’re at their house you don’t have to ask to get something out of the refrigerator. THE PROOFS OF THE FRIENDSHIP: 1. His proof of friendship is His sacrifice. - John 15:13. 2. Our proof of friendship is our ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Bible Say About Identity Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 2, 2021

What Does the Bible Say About Identity

What Does the Bible Say About Identity Genesis 1:27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. 1 Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About Judgement Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 2, 2021

What Does the Bible Say About Judgement

What Does the Bible Say About Judgement James 2:13 For judgment is without mercy to one who has shown no mercy. Mercy triumphs over judgment. 2 Corinthians 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sanctity Of The Sabbath.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 8, 2023

Nobody should be required to work more than six days a week.

THE SANCTITY OF THE SABBATH. Deuteronomy 5:12-15. The Sabbath is to be “kept” and “sanctified” (i.e. set apart for God) - as the LORD our God has commanded (DEUTERONOMY 5:12). It is to be ‘remembered’ (cf. Exodus 20:8) - which implies that it was already known about prior to the giving of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational