Sermons on Carnal Christians:

A Dress Code For Christians

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Mar 21, 2016

Scripture tells us how to clothe ourselves as Christians to represent Christ in the world.

Colossians 3:1-17 12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. 13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Authentic Christianity In Action

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 7, 2016

In this passage we see Authentic Christian in Action - 1. In the Sacrificial Life of Tabitha, 2. In the Faith/Love of Joppa's disciples and 3. In the Spiritual Courage of the Apostle Peter

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43; Psalms 23 and John 10:22 - 30 (Fourth Sunday of Easter - Year C) Title: Authentic Christianity in Action Proposition: In Acts 9:36-43 we see Authentic Christian in Action - 1. In the Sacrificial Life of Tabitha/Dorcas, 2. In the Faith/Love of Joppa's ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Nazarene

A Christian Is... A Believer Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 8, 2015

Let’s talk about those beliefs that should be held by all those who call themselves Christians (Adapted from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is... God's Answer to Man's Question, Introduction and Chapter 1, pgs. 3-21)

HoHum: A little boy came home from Vacation Bible School one day, ran into the living room, and asked his dad, “What is a Christian?” The dad said, “Son, a Christian is one who has confessed his faith in Jesus Christ. He has repented of his sins and has been baptized. He is ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Christian Is... A Disciple Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 11, 2015

Some commandments true disciples obey (Material adapted from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is... God's Answer to Man's Question, chapter 2, pgs. 25-34)

HoHum: Brian Jones tells the story of one elderly gentleman who came forward and was baptized. This older gentleman lived alone. After one service Brian and his family invited this elderly man out to eat. Turns out that this elderly man was soon going on vacation to Florida. The man was excited ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Responsibilty Of Mature Christians

Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Aug 12, 2015

Spiritual droughts will happen. That is unavoidable. But what are the responsibilities of the Mature Christian towards the newer Christians? What are some things that a Mature Christians should do to help the newer Christians to grow in the faith?

12 Nations. Willing to put aside any and all differences for the purpose of securing a future for mankind. Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria, Chad, Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Djibouti. Those are the countries. They have pledged to build a 9 mile wide band of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:32, Matthew 6:26

Denomination: Charismatic

A Christian Is... A Friend Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 27, 2015

A Christian is a friend of Jesus (Material adapted from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is... God's Answer to Man's Question, chapter 6, pgs. 91-98)

HoHum: A true friend is someone who thinks that you are a good egg even though he knows that you are slightly cracked- Bernard Meltzer WBTU: I had several friends when I was in grade school. We played Monopoly, fished in the pond, played hide and seek in the cornfields and woods, terrorized the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Christian Is... A Servant Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 10, 2015

Two questions: 1) Who should be servants? 2) How are they to be servants? (Material adapted from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is..., chapter 3, pgs. 41-49; and Rick Warren's book, A Purpose Driven Life, Day 33, pgs. 257- 264)

Introduction: A minister was approached one Sunday by a man who expressed a desire to be a member of the church where he preached. In his conversation with the preacher he said: “I want you to understand that I am a very busy man and don’t want to be called on for any service such as ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Biblical Christianity 2016

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 1, 2016

Understanding the Distinctives of Biblical Christianity

Faithology - Biblical Christianity Slide Good morning, I am glad that you are here this morning. Today we are starting a new series called Faithology. If you have never heard that word before, it is because it is just made up, but it does have real meaning. I have combined the word “Faith” - ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Appeal For Christian Unity

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 3, 2016

A call for unity based in our common experience of Christ, our baptism into Him, and the preaching of the cross.

AN APPEAL FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY. 1 Corinthians 1:10-18. The Apostle Paul had heard from some members of the household of Chloe that cliques were forming in the church at Corinth (1 Corinthians 1:11). A report from Chloe was evidently serious enough to raise Paul’s concerns; and at the same time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Risk And The Christian Life

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2016

What are you willing to risk in order to advance the cause of Christ Jesus?

“I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. But you know Timothy’s proven worth, how ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Christians Are We Safe

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 25, 2016

We must do things God's way.

CHRISTIANS ARE WE SAFE To be safe we must follow the Lords leadership not ours. 2nd Cor.5: 15 And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again. 16 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 4, 2016

This two part series focuses on the differences between Christian beliefs and how the label Christian does not fully describes those following Jesus as it did when the term was originally given to His followers.

Christian Part 1 Scriptures: Act 11:26; 1 Peter 4:16; Matthew 7:13-14; 28:19 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Christian” and I really want you to understand how this term describes someone who follows Christ today versus when it was first used some 2000 years ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Certain Salvation For Christians

Contributed by Dennis King on Jul 5, 2016

Psalm chapter 145 verse 14, “The Lord upholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down.” For salvation do we have to memorize the Bible? No! Must we obey all 613 Commandments of the Jewish Mitzvot or the 10 Commandments? No!

Are you uncertain about your salvation? Are you consumed with doubt, fear, anxiety or troubled emotions? Can you deny you've never thought of the afterlife in Heaven or Hell? People standing at the open edge of a grave oftentimes think of these things. Can you honestly say you're not fearful of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Christian Liberty

Contributed by Rev. Hank Griffin on Jul 15, 2016

Understanding Christian Liberty

Understanding Christian Liberty Rev. Hank F. Griffin Paul, in his first letter to the church at Corinth deals with a lot of issues that we as believers still deal with today. He addresses the topics f division among the church (1:10), the congregation being infants in Christ rather than spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

#2 - A Patriot And A Christian Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Jul 28, 2016

Can you be a Christian and a patriot? How do we fight injustice? How do I show love even when I believe what is happening is wrong?

POWERPOINT Matthew 22:15 Then the Pharisees went out and laid plans to trap him in his words. 16 They sent their disciples to him along with the Herodians. "Teacher," they said, "we know you are a man of integrity and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You aren't swayed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Holiness