Sermons on Caesar Augustus:

The Christian Citizen: Considerations In The Voting Booth

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 1, 2025

we are required to vote

We are just weeks away from the presidential election, and I know there are many of you who agree with me that I wish it were already over! But it is not, and I fear it is likely to get far worse in tone and tawdriness until election day. For many reasons, this is one of the most important ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:10, Romans 12:13, Matthew 5:39, Luke 6:31, Matthew 5:1-12, Luke 16:8, Luke 6:44, James 2:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

Submission To Authorities

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 19, 2017

Submission to authorities has always been a touchy subject. Our mandate is to represent Christ to the world, and part of that mandate is to be in prayer for the people God has put in authority over us.

SUBMISSION TO AUTHORITIES ROMANS 13:1-8 HISTORY HAS SHOWN THAT THERE IS AN ADVERSE REACTION TO PEOPLE WITH AUTHORITY. IT WOULD SEEM THAT ORDERS ALWAYS COME FROM THE TOP TO THE BOTTOM, WHILE REACTION TO THE ORDERS FROM BOTTOM TO TOP. THIS BEGINS AT A VERY EARLY AGE AND CAN CONTINUE ALL THROUGH ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Herodians Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 25, 2022

Known for their sensuality and corrupt living, the Herodians were supporters of the policies and government of the Herodian (Herod) family. They were a political rather than religious party.

Herodians Who Were The Herodians? Have you heard about the Herodians? Who were they, and why is it important to know about them? What was the Herodian? The Herodium is sometimes called Herodeion, and Israel knows it best as "Herodion." According to Josephus, the Jewish historian hired by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:6

Denomination: Baptist

Hard Questions, Simple Answers

Contributed by Robby And Donna Flint on Feb 8, 2023

Jesus responds to the Pharisees and Herodians, God responds to Moses. In both situations, God provided simple answers to what could have been hard questions.

Well election day is finally over, you may or may not have liked the outcome of the presidential or legislature elections and you may or may not have liked the outcome of the constitutional amendments, but I think this is a good time for us to reflect on our obligations as citizens…and specifically ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22, Exodus 33:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul Before Festus

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010

Paul Before Festus. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Acts chapter 25 verses 1-22. Ill: • A missionary was assigned to some remote islands in the Pacific. • After three months, he sent a fax to mission headquarters: • "I’m being plagued by rats. What shall I do?" • Soon a crate arrived, filled with rat traps. • However, hardly a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-22

Denomination: Brethren

A Centurion's Story Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 16, 2006

A first person portrayal of the Centurion who proclaimed "Surely this was the Son Of God."

(Everything listed in parenthesis is either a stage direction or a comment meant to give information that was not verbalized as part of the actor’s monologue. Items used for this presentation were: a rented centurion outfit, a short sword, a cat of 9 tails, and a tube of tanning cream to give the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love & Taxes (Matthew 22)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 17, 2024

Love and taxes are two important topics. What does Jesus have to say about such things? Let's see in Matthew 22.

Let’s look at lessons on God’s invitation, paying taxes, marriage in heaven and love in Matthew 22. God’s Invitation What is our response to God’s invitation? What does God expect us to wear? Let’s look at the Parable of the Wedding Banquet in Matthew 22:1-14. Did many refuse to accept the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

As Servants Of Christ Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012

Presents how Christians are to conduct themselves in the workplace.

Introduction Today is Sunday, the first day of the week but better known to most people as the last day of the weekend. Tomorrow is Monday – back to work or to school. Back to the daily grind. Today you are in here in worship, fellowshipping with brothers and sisters. You are nice; you are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Grinch Who Stole Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 5, 2009

Herod was the original Grinch. Let’s examine his heart so we can examine our own.

SERIES: CHRISTMAS CLASSICS (adapted from a series from Southeast Christian Church) “HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS” MATTHEW 2:1-23 OPEN Song – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” Most of us are familiar with Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. It’s a Christmas Classic that has been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Look At Me Series

Contributed by Michael Jay Shrewsberry on Apr 2, 2015

First in a series of three describing the Day the Earth really did stand still

Look at Me “And when they came to a place called Golgotha, which means 'Place of a Skull,' they gave Him wine to drink mixed with gall; and after tasting it, He was unwilling to drink. And when they had crucified Him, they divided up His garments among themselves by casting lots. And sitting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Citizen Under God Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jul 1, 2007

What are our God-given responsibilities as Christian citizens? Can we be soldiers of the cross and still good citizens in the land?

ONE CITIZEN UNDER GOD *INTRO> There are slogans, sayings we’ve all heard concerning our nation over the years: -->America, love it or leave it. -->My country, right or wrong. -->Better dead than red. -->Power to the people. And there are statements that are especially applicable to our focus this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Questioned About Paying Taxes Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 25, 2023

So knowing that the U.S. government apparently is somewhat reckless in how it spends money, should we still pay our taxes faithfully? Or should we try to get around our taxes?

In the year 2022, according to the CBO, the United States government raised 4.9 trillion dollars in tax income. About half came from individual income taxes. It’s a massive amount of money that we’re talking about, but despite that, the U.S. government is currently 33.1 trillion dollars in debt, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-27

Denomination: Salvation Army

Who Killed Jesus?

Contributed by David Gauthier on Jun 21, 2001

Who was responsible for Christ’s crucifixion?

Have you ever stopped to consider who killed Jesus? This is a bit more complex than you might think upon first consideration. I’d like to share with you six answers to that question… 1. The Jews did. (Matt 27:22-26; Luke 24:20) I realize that this is not a politically-correct thing to say. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12, Isaiah 53:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Harvest Festival Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 15, 2003

Jesus provides the Bread of Life 1.B – Our need to Belong 2. R – He relieves our fears 3. E - He entertains our doubts 4. A – He answers our questions 5. D – He is a Dear Friend

Harvest Festival - Stiffkey 2003 Today is Harvest Sunday. Question: I was in Langham school on Thursday and the head, Mike Green asked the children: Why do we celebrate Harvest Festival? Ans: It is a day when we remember and give thanks to God for all He has given us. And as a result of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Denomination: Anglican

The Three Harvests Of The Jewish Year

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 3, 2025

There were three Harvest Festivals in the Jewish Year. Passover, Pentecost and the Feats of Tabernacles

Harvest Festival – Swayfield 2025 The reason we celebrate Harvest Festival is because it is a day when we remember and give thanks to God for all He has given us. And as a result of God’s blessings, St. Paul urges us, to be generous to others. Look at what Paul says: 7Each man should give ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Anglican