Sermons on Bootstraps:

Putting First Things First

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 15, 2023

The following sermon is going to review Psalms 51 which is David’s confession and desire to have a new heart. From it we are going to learn how important it is to always put first things first when we sin, i.e., repentance and utter reliance on the Lord!

Putting First Things First 2 Samuel 11-12 ; Psalms 51 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 It was the springtime when David sent Joab and the whole Israelite army out to war while he stayed home (11:1). While others risked their lives, little did David know how ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Not Ashamed Of The Gospel

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 6, 2015

We live in a time of confusion and change, where some Christians are abandoning sound doctrine and adopting the views of our culture. Christians should be unwavering in their devotion to the Bible, God's Word!

I AM NOT ASHAMED OF THE GOSPEL Rom. 1:16; 1 Cor. 1:18-25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: SANCTIFIED TONGUE? 1. A lady wanted to get baptized, so she asked her new preacher how they do it. 2. "We take you into the baptistery pool and immerse you completely for a few seconds." 3. "I'm sorry, pastor, but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wealthy Church Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 25, 2012

It is easy to take pride in our wealth when what we really need to be doing is to understand our poverty without Christ.

Introduction We know the phrase, “read between the lines.” We perhaps have gotten letters in which we have tried to do that. What does he mean “I’ll see you”? He’s always written before, “can’t wait to see you soon.” What does she mean, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Preparing Your Heart For Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 17, 2020

What does true repentance look like? This message is based on John's ministry against a backdrop of political turmoil and religious oppression.

Introduction We’ve spent the last few months leading up to Christmas and the birth of Christ talking about how the world was being prepared by God religiously and geopolitically for the arrival of Christ. We saw prophetic fulfillment and covenantal fulfillment through the coming of Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4, Luke 15:7, John 1:12, Matthew 3:5, John 1:1, John 18:24-28, John 11:50, Matthew 14:1-13, Luke 1:75, Matthew 3:6, Luke 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Following Jesus: Mark 10 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 11of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 10.

Following Jesus (11) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 10:17-27 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/12/2017 As many of you already know, we’ve spent the last several weeks mapping the footprints of Jesus all the way through the Gospel of Mark in an attempt to magnify Jesus in our minds and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Reasons To Thank God

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 6, 2023

The apostle Paul went through a lot of troubles, but he always found reasons to thank God. When writing to the church in Thessalonica he says that there were many things about them for which he continued to be thankful.

Alba 11-5-2023 REASONS TO THANK GOD I Thessalonians 2:13-16 H.A. Ironside, who was the minister at Moody Church in Chicago last century, told of an experience he had in a crowded restaurant. Just as Ironside was about to begin his meal, a man approached and asked if he could join him. Ironside ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 15, 2024

In this parable we find the heart of the Father. The work of our Good Shepherd, the condition of our souls, and the hope we have through Him.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Happy Resurrection Sunday, everyone! What a glorious crossroads in history when the God of the Universe took upon Himself our sins to save us from damnation by going to the Cross and defeating death by being raised ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

The Road To Rest

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Feb 19, 2025

Jesus calls us to come and rest in Him. That word "Come" is a call to all who are weary and heavy-laden to come to Him. It's a compound word that means "here" and "come"--so, Jesus is giving His call to "Come here", to "Come here to Me!"

The Road to Rest Matthew 11:25-30 John Bunyan's classic analogy of the Christian life, Pilgrim's Progress follows the journey of the main character named Christian as he travels from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City, which describes the spiritual journey of a Christian towards ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Matthew 19:28

Denomination: Methodist

"Selected, Saved, Sealed"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Jul 28, 2003

An exposition, with full text and passage outline, on Ephesians 1:3-14.

The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com The Text Outline: I. Believers have been SELECTED (predestined) from all eternity (vv. 3-6). A. We have been chosen: 1. Before the foundation of the world. 2. In Christ. 3. In love. 4. According to the good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14, Romans 9:9-24

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"What Is Truth?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 12, 2004

Pilate asked, but he didn’t really want to know. Knowing the truth calls for decision. Easter sermon.

“Pilate therefore said to Him, ‘So you are a king?’ Jesus answered, ‘You say correctly that I am a king. For this I have been born, and for this I have come into the world, to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears My voice.’ Pilate said to Him, ‘What is truth?’” Two ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: Orthodox

Mary Had A Little Lamb

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Jan 16, 2007

A Christmas Story

Intro: In our childhoods, most of us learned the little song entitled, "Mary Had A Little Lamb.” It went something like this, "Mary had a little lamb. Its fleece was white as snow. And everywhere that Mary went. That lamb was sure to go." There’s more to the story, but those few lines are enough ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:5-7

Denomination: Methodist

The Peace Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Dec 6, 2008

Are you looking for peace? Look to the One who when He was born, the angels proclaimed a promise to the whole world—Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

Several decades ago, a diplomat got off a plane and spoke to the crowd that was gathered there. He waved a piece of paper to the crowd and they broke out in a series of loud cheers. Why were they so excited over a piece of paper? Because that paper was going to end the possibility of war. That ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer Of Dependence

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

I believe that this desire for independence is something that should not carry over into our spiritual lives. I think we all have experienced the failures and disappointments that come when we try to walk this way on our own. I believe that scripture t

On July 4th of the year 1776 a group of men known as the Second Continental Congress adopted a document which declared our nations independence from Great Britain. As Americans we are rightly proud of our Declaration of Independence. We hold men, such as John Hancock, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Holiness

When You Find Yourself In A Storm

Contributed by Michael Duduit on Mar 3, 2008

It’s probably been a busy day of ministry for Jesus and His disciples when He tells them to follow Him to the lake – what we call the Sea of Galilee. They are going to the other side – about six miles across – and they haven’t been in the boat long before

You are invited to attend the National Conference on Preaching. To learn more: Visit: http://www.preaching.com/events/ncp/ -------- As someone who grew up in Florida, I have a certain fascination with hurricanes. In fact, one of the most recent times I was scheduled to speak at a church in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Saved By Grace Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 23, 2008

In addition to being loved and forgiven by God, it is important that we understand that we are not saved because of what we do, but because of what God has done for us. We are saved by grace.

Introduction: A. Did you hear the story about the Sunday School teacher who wanted to teach her class about being saved by grace? 1. She asked the class, “If I sold my house and my car and gave all my money to the church, would I get into Heaven?” 2. “NO!,” the children all answered. 3. Again she ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ