Sermons on Casting Crowns:

Attitudes And Actions For Victory Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 1, 2011

This sermon finishes the series on 1 Peter and focuses on how to win the victory over our enemy and the persecution he brings.

Introduction: A. I like the story told of the 5-year old boy who was in the kitchen as his mother was making supper. 1. His mother asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone. 2. “It’s dark in there and I’m ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:4-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disciples Contend For Greatness Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 30, 2017

It is humility that brings honor and growth to God’s people. A person, who humbles himself like a little child, even though that may cause others to ignore or dislike him, will be the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. The humblest Christians are the....

Capernaum Lesson: Disciples Contend for Greatness Matthew 18:1-10 A LITTLE CHILD BECOMES AN OBJECT LESSON: At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? (Matthew 18:1) There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Reason To Rejoice

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 20, 2016

I used to think it was just important to rejoice about anything, but this text let’s me know that my rejoicing must be in line with Jesus’ priorities, if my rejoicing is going to produce in me what Jesus wants in me.

INTRO: 1. When Jesus recruited the 70 to go forth and spread the good news of the gospel, He didn’t paint a glamorous picture for them. a. Vs. 3 he tells them that he sends them out as “lambs among wolves.” b. Take little with them, no money bag, bed, or extra ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Matters- The Crucifixion. Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 11, 2016

In the 24 hours from the betrayal to the burial of Jesus, Jesus fulfilled 29 prophecies in that short amount of time! Tjhe crucifixion matters!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As we have been closing in on Resurrection Sunday, we have been taking a journey together in the series, It Matters. As Christians we have to be careful not to miss the details of our faith lest we end up not having a basis for why we believe what we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Confession

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2015

The very word to confess has a much deeper meaning to agreeing with God about the whole aspect of what Jesus did on the cross and what sin really is all about. For a person to confess has to do with the person agreeing with God for what He has done for us

Opening illustration: A woman said to a preacher, "I have a habit that I know is hurting my testimony—the habit of exaggeration. I start to tell something and I go on and on enlarging the story. People suspect that it's not true, and they lose confidence in me. I'm trying to get over it. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preaching The Gospel In Unfamiliar Places

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 9, 2012

How a people understand themselves and their world goes far in determining how we should present the Gospel.

PREACHING THE GOSPEL IN UNFAMILIAR PLACES Romans 1:16 & Genesis 3:7-10 Big Idea: How a people understand themselves and their world goes far in determining how we should present the Gospel. INTRO: In Romans 1 the Apostle Paul says, “I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:16

Denomination: Nazarene

Disciples Contend For Greatness

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 28, 2015

I wonder, is there a bit of worldly ambition present in these men that He had called to be His disciples? I believe they may have been doing a bit of bragging among themselves, and now they come to Jesus to see who He thinks is the greatest disciple.

Capernaum (53.1) Disciples Contend for Greatness Matthew 18:1-10 A LITTLE CHILD BECOMES AN OBJECT LESSON: At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? (Matthew 18:1) There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Final Judgment

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 14, 2014

A sermon examining the final judgment.

The Final Judgment Revelation 20:11-15 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday morning, December 29th, 2024) Several years ago I was invited to attend a Pastor's conference at the North American Mission Board. This trip involved an all expenses paid stay at an upscale hotel in the suburbs of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

White Throne Judgment Of The Lost Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 3, 2013

No one can know what each day will bring as for as worldly events are concerned, but what we find in Gods Word to do with coming Prophetic events we can rest assured these will come to pass when its Gods set time to do so.

#7~ Rev.20:11-15 WHITE THRONE JUDGMENT OF THE LOST 8-3-13 Today we'll continue with our study of "THINGS THAT ARE STILL TO COME". No one can say what the day by day activities will be, all sort of different things happen, when we watch the news on T V each ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Daylight Robbery

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 8, 2013

Tithe

DAYLIGHT ROBBERY (MALACHI 3:6-12) Three Christians were asked how they tithed. The first replied, “Ten percent of my earnings right off the top and sometimes I give an offering of more.” The second said, “I take what I need and give the rest to the church.” Then the last believer stated, “I ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Had A Devil Of A Time At Church Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 8, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark chapter 1 verses 21 through 28

Mark 1: 21 – 28 We Had A Devil Of A Time At Church 21 Then they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath He entered the synagogue and taught. 22 And they were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. 23 Now there was a man in their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Disciples Contend For Greatness

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 14, 2012

There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there was never a greater preacher of it, than Jesus. On several occasions, He had talked to his disciples and followers about it. I wonder, is there a bit of worldly ambition present in these

Capernaum (53) Disciples Contend for Greatness Matthew 18:1-10 A LITTLE CHILD BECOMES AN OBJECT LESSON: At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? (Matthew 18:1) There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Steps Ordered By God

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 26, 2014

A detailed look at how "the steps of a good person are ordered by the Lord;" how God guides our lives, and what the final outcome will be.

STEPS ORDERED BY GOD Ps. 37:23-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: QUIZ FOR THE DAY 1. Say "silk" five times. Now, spell "silk." What do cows drink? If you said "milk", please do not attempt the next question. Cows drink water. Your brain is obviously over- stressed and may even overheat. If you said ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:23-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wheat And The Tears Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 15, 2024

He who has ears to hear, let him hear

THE WHEAT AND THE TARES SERIES: The Parables Of Jesus Mathew 13:24-30,36-43 24. Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field: 25. But while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat, and went his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Demons, Pigs, Restoration, And Rejection

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

Scripture presents demons not as mythological creatures, but as real beings involved in historical and future events. Jesus encountered many of them during His earthly ministry, and in His encounters, He healed the persons whom the demon or demons had taken residence.

Demons, Pigs, Restoration, and Rejection Scripture presents demons not as mythological creatures, but as real beings involved in historical and future events. Jesus encountered many of them during His earthly ministry, and in His encounters, He healed the persons whom the demon or demons had taken ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-29, Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ