Sermons on calvin miller:

This I Believe: I Have Chosen To Be A Sinner Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 9, 2012

Adam and Eve chose to Sin. And when we sin, it’s our choice. It’s our fault. But why is it important that I admit my own fault?

OPEN: (We opened with a Dorito’s commercial that has Eve attempting to share the forbidden fruit with Adam and he rejects her offer – holding up a Dorito’s Bag and saying “I’m good.” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHSjpezHHcw) Now, I liked that. Not only was it humorous… but it a great point. The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is It Right To Baptize Infants? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 8, 2023

What would be wrong with "baptizing" an infant? Is it Biblical and was it a practice of the early Church?

Raccoon John Smith was one of our brotherhood’s more colorful evangelists in the early 1800s. One day he was passing by a Methodist camp meeting and he watched as a young Methodist preacher sprinkled water (for baptism) on a baby who was kicking & screaming at the top of its lungs. When the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Do With A Dead Jesus? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 20, 2021

When Jesus died, no one expected Him to rise from the dead. But if you don't believe Jesus is coming back from the dead, what do you do with a dead Jesus?

OPEN: Back when I was in High School, I had a poem by John Donne on a poster on my wall that looked like parchment paper. It was cool, and the words sounded impressive. The last few words of the poem read this way: “Each man's death diminishes me, for I am involved in mankind. Therefore, send ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Never Cut What You Can Untie

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 22, 2023

This is a rewrite of Tim Dilena's wonderful message. Success in the kingdom of God requires that we work together. Conflicts are inevitable, but in the kingdom of love, conflicts must be healed, since every member is needed.

NEVER CUT WHAT YOU CAN UNTIE Phip. 4:4-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Peggy Lewis told of a minister who performed a wedding ceremony in a car. The engaged pair were too old and frail to get out of the car, so he got on his knees in the front seat and turned to them in the back. 2. After ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Loves You More Than Mom?

Contributed by Mark Haines on May 8, 2009

We tend to think no one can love us as much as our mothers can. However, our mothers’ love is limited and one day they will die. Only God can love us more than our mothers can and he will never forget us or die.

Introduction: This is a classic Mother’s Day Calvin & Hobbes comic strip. Calvin is standing by his mother’s bed. "Hey, Mom! Wake up. I made you a Mother’s Day card." "My, how sweet of you." she says. "I did it all by myself. Go ahead & read it." She begins to read, "I was going to buy a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Will God Send People To Hell? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 24, 2014

There are many people who are uncomfortable with the idea that God sends people to hell. Does He? And if He does, what kind of people does He send there?

OPEN: Calvin Coolidge was known for his dry wit and the fact that virtually nothing seemed to upset him or disturb him. Before Coolidge became President of the United States, he was a senator in the Massachusetts State Senate. Apparently one of Coolidge’s responsibilities was to decide which ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Walking Billboard Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 9, 2017

Why would Jesus show up 4 days late for the funeral of one of His best friends? What was Jesus trying to teach and what can we learn from this miracle/"sign"?

OPEN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3lp0z981iM (Mark Lowry time stamp: 15:32-16:47) When the dead sit up… the funeral’s over. (That’s the last sentence in Mark Lowry’s segment on YouTube) In Jesus’ ministry He raised only 3 people from the dead. 1. The son of the widow from Nain. 2. The ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-53

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Departure From The Faith (Full) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 14, 2017

To establish that the Holy Spirit predicted a “departure from the faith” that resulted in religious apostasy and the rise of denominational institutions throughout the world. This lesson describes the failures of the Reformation Movement and the successes of the Restoration Movement.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Retraction Movement 2. The Reformation Movement 3. The Restoration Movement Remarks. 1. In this lesson we will be discussing the theme: “The Departure from the Faith.” It should be noted that Paul begins our lesson describing “the retraction movement” or “the departure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-12, 1 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Three Feasts Series

Contributed by Timothy Ogada on Mar 28, 2024

3 dedicated feasts: The first was the Passover feast. Second is the feast of Weeks; and third is the feast of booths.

THE THREE FEASTS. The theme from GC this Sabbath is: Spirit of Prophecy and Adventist Heritage. In Mt Olives, it is also the day for the Holy Communion; in the Old Testament, also known as the Passover Feast. In the Old Testament, God had instructed Israel that their males should go three times ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24

Confession Of Sin

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Mar 17, 2003

Confession of Sin

Confession of Sin 1st John 1:8-2:2 Jeff Hughes I. Introduction a. By way of introduction, let’s briefly go over the three verses we studied last time. b. First, we looked at The Message - God’s sinless perfection, and how God’s message to us is a promise, and not just a message, by looking at the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Denominational Explosion Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 11, 2014

Following the reformation, the church fragmented into many denominations. This lesson examines the question of what makes a church a true, biblical church.

So far in our lessons, we have walked through church history and made some very significant stops along the way, examining some of the great creeds and confessions, councils and synods, and some of the great divisions within the church. Tonight, we are going to be examining the advent of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Secret Ambition

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 4, 2021

This sermon is about pride, ambition and the desire to great.

SECRET AMBITION Mark 10:35-45 There is the story about a painter who was painting a picture of Oliver Cromwell. When Cromwell saw the painting he was not pleased because he did not think the painting was genuine. He therefore told the court painter to take it back and paint him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Keep On Keeping On

Contributed by Jon Miller on Jul 16, 2005

This sermon is to encourage those who are discouraged in their God given calling

Keep on Keeping On Calvin Coolidge once said… Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with great talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Once Saved, Always Saved? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 2, 2022

To establish the saints indeed can fall from the grace of God. This lesson refutes the notion: “Once saved, always saved.” Our eternal salvation is promised, but we must continually strive to make: “our calling and election sure.” Peter, tells us how this is possible.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Once saved, always saved? Introductory Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “Once Saved, Always Saved?" This will become the thirteenth lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:4, Hebrews 12:15, 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Are Fallen From Grace Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 21, 2022

To establish the saints indeed can fall from the grace of God. This lesson refutes the notion: “Once saved, always saved.” Our eternal salvation is promised, but we must continually strive to make: “our calling and election sure.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The saints’ removal from the gospel 2. The saints’ departure from the faith 3. The saints’ falling from God’s grace Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we will discuss the theme: “You Are Fallen From Grace.” This will be a topical sermon reviewing the saints’ ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-9, 1 Timothy 4:1-5, Galatians 5:4, Hebrews 12:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ