Sermons on Breaking The Bonds:

The Day I Died!

Contributed by David Lansdown on Apr 15, 2003

In thinking about the baptisms of Jon & Jenny, which we will witness shortly, I entitled this message, ‘The Day I Died’.

THE DAY I DIED! Romans 6:1-11 I cant forget the first study on baptism that Jon, Jenny and I did together. In that study we were looking at, amongst other things, the baptism of Jesus. You see Jesus was baptised by John the Baptist. And John’s baptism was for those who saw they needed a saviour – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Sep 7, 2011

Challenge we face as Christians - 9/11 and forgiveness and judgement....are we comfortable being Christians?

Soon as I get in from work, I like to get comfortable. I kick of my shoes, strip off my clothes, head for a shower and then put on my normal clothes – denims, t-shirt and trainers – l love to be comfortable and hate wearing shirts of any kind or suits for that matter! When I sit at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Congregational

The Two Witnesses, Part 3

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 20, 2014

This message sums up the Two Witnesses purpose as well as their message in three simple points; 1) There’s a resurrection of life; 2) There’s a focus on worship; and 3) There’s a promise to redeem. Do we live under the same hope today?

The Two Witnesses, Part 3 Revelation, Part 15, Revelation 11:11-18 Introduction (LOTS OF TEACHING AND SCRIPTURE IN THIS) We’ve seen the two witnesses killed for their testimony – but why? Because the truth which invades our space makes us uncomfortable Jesus taught on this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Reasons Why The Resurrection Of Christ Is So Important

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 15, 2025

The resurrection is not only a fundamental part of the Gospel, but it is the glue that holds every part of the Gospel together. Without it, Christians are believing in vain and are without hope.

Opening: Unlike other religions, Christianity is based on Christ Jesus: His incarnation to be a Man, His life and teachings, His death and resurrection, His ascension to heaven, and His second coming.  Christ is the center of Christianity. No Christ, no Christians, or no Christ’s followers! ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:4, John 19:7, John 14:6, Mark 8:31, Romans 6:9, 1 Peter 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Advent Iv "the Cast Of Christmas"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 19, 2023

Mary and Elizabeth: Ordinary People In God’s Plan I begin and end with "Mary did you know" No, but she adjusted to God's plan. Elizabeth adjusted. The ? is not Mary did you know...but do YOU know?

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2023 Advent IV Luke 1:26-38 Redeemer “The Cast of Christmas” Mary and Elizabeth: Ordinary People In God’s Plan This is the time of year when Christmas songs fill the air…people are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-28, Luke 1:11-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Caught Between A Laugh And A Cry

Contributed by Wilson Murphy on May 1, 2004

We need to have a hunger for more of God, while being thankful for what God has already done.

Caught between a Laugh and a Cry Ezra 3:10-13 10And when the builders laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, they set the priests in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites the sons of Asaph with cymbals, to praise the LORD, after the ordinance of David king of Israel. 11And they sang ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Are Slaves

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 20, 2022

When you look at lives of the apostles Paul, Peter, James and John, what did hey have in common with Jesus? This message looks at what it takes to be like Jesus.

Good evening everyone. You are the blessed of the Lord. I really enjoyed that quiet time. I really enjoyed that quiet time. As I was thinking about the message, I started to think about some of the truths — T-R-U-T-H-S — in scripture that have been destroyed by many in the Church. They have taken ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16-18, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Matthew 27:6-9, 1 Peter 1:18-20, Philippians 2:1-8, John 5:19, John 5:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessings Of Knowing God Intimately Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025

Knowing God intimately is the greatest privilege a believer can have. This knowledge goes beyond head knowledge; it is an experiential relationship with God.

Title: THE BLESSINGS OF KNOWING GOD INTIMATELY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 11:32 Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:14, Philippians 3:10, John 10:14-15 INTRODUCTION: Knowing God intimately is the greatest privilege a believer can have. This knowledge goes beyond head knowledge; it is an ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32, Psalm 91:14, Philippians 3:10, John 10:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Is Easter Today, And Next Sunday

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 17, 2008

An Easter Sunday Sermon

Easter Sunday Matthew 28:1-10 It is Easter today, and next Sunday 1* ¶ Now after the sabbath, toward the dawn of the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the sepulcher. 2* And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Epiphany A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Jan 8, 2002

The Wise Men break into our little world and show us how awesome God’s breaking into our world truly is. We have sanitized the story and need to hear it once again as for the first time.

Epiphany A Matthew 2:1-12 6January 2002 Each Christmas in our home Barbara Robinson’s The Best Christmas Pageant Ever comes out and quietly makes its way around. It is the story of a church, which is faced, with the drudgery of putting on the Christmas pageant for yet another year. The woman ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Matthew 2:2

Denomination: Lutheran

When The Buck Stops With You--Deciding About Jesus Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 23, 2022

The issue of principles for spiritual decision-making can make or break a life; make or break a destiny. Pontius Pilate faced a critical decision about Jesus. His mistakes provide wisdom when the buck stops with us.

We come to the fateful moment of decision for the Lord Jesus Christ, the God-Man, in his earthly sojourn—that moment when the judges among men are about to finally decide the fate of the One who will ultimately be their Judge for eternity. And we know, of course, it is going to be a fatal ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-16, Matthew 10:28, James 2:1, James 2:9, Proverbs 29:25, Romans 3:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

The Church's 4g Connection

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 21, 2013

Christians can enjoy a wonderful unity together with one another. Our bond is Christ. Blest be the tie that binds! And yet we are different from one another...and should be.

The Church's 4G Network Ephesians 4:1-8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/4G.html I want to know how rich you are. Do you know why? Is it for tithing purposes? No. It's for your sake. I mean true riches. Add up everything you have that money can't buy and death can't take away, and that's how ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Better Than Super Glue Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 3, 2021

No matter how great Super Glue is, I want to talk to you tonight about someone that is better than glue in bonding things together. And His name is Jesus Christ,

Introduction: Many of you have probably never heard of Harry Coover, but probably most of us have what he invented in our homes- Super Glue. He developed Super Glue by accident. Coover, an engineer for Eastman Kodak was working on a task assigned to him to make clear plastic gun sights. The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Detained, But Not Defeated Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 9, 2017

With Peter in prison, the church prayed continually for his release. When God answered their prayers, they lacked faith to believe. We can overcome in Christ, but we must possess faith to believe the Lord will provide.

Detained but not Defeated Acts 12: 1-16 Our text deals with an intense time for the early church. God was clearly at work, and the church was growing. Thousands had been saved by the grace of God and the church’s influence was spreading. Such growth created much concern for the religious ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Healthy Crisis

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Depending on how it is handled, a crisis can either make us or break us.

Thesis: Depending on how it is handled, a crisis can either make us or break us. Intro.: 1. Illust. The Chinese do not have an alphabet as we know it. Rather than letters, words are represented by symbols. They have an interesting word-symbol for "crisis." It is a combination of the symbols for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-31