Sermons on Centrality:

Loaves And Fish PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The sermon's main point is that through faith, prayer, and God's abundant provision, miracles can happen, as exemplified in the miracle of Jesus feeding the five thousand with only five loaves of bread and two fish.

Good morning, family of Christ! I hope y'all are feeling blessed today. We're about to dive into the Word of God together, and today, we're focusing on a passage from Matthew 14:13-21. Let me read it out for you: "When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Topics: Spiritual Hunger

Hope Of The Resurrection PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of Jesus' resurrection, its historical truth, and its implications for personal hope, proclamation, and assurance in our lives.

Good morning, beloved family. What a privilege it is to gather together in the name of our risen Savior, Jesus Christ, to reflect on the profound mystery and the glorious hope that His resurrection brings. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to transform ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Topics: Resurrection

Prayers From A Prisoner Series

Contributed by Clark Frailey on Apr 25, 2004

Second in a series through the book of Ephesians.

First Baptist Church of Cresson Sunday Morning - April 25th, 2004 Ephesians 1:15-23 Walking a Life Worthy of the Calling “Prayers from a Prisoner” I. INTRODUCTION (v.15-16) a. Recap Background: Ephesians – 10th book of NT. Paul writes to Church @ Ephesus from Roman prison. b. Central Theme: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Rituals

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

A religious person usually feels that he has a special standing before God, not only because of his intellectual assent to certain beliefs, but also because he keeps the ordinances, the rites, and the rituals of that religion. Paul shows in this passage t

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A railroad yardmaster called the telephone daily at exactly 11:45 to verify the time. After years of this ritual, the operator asked the yardmaster, "Why do you call each day at exactly the same time?" His reply, "I take my responsibilities very seriously, I call to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

Religious

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

The differences/advantages of being a Jew versus a Gentile.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: George Barna does a great deal of research in religious circles. In surveys taken a few years ago (1996 and 1997), he found some amazing facts. Most Americans, including many professing Christians, believe that people are inherently good, and that their primary purpose ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Justification

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004

In this passage Paul lists three great blessing of our justification: Peace with God, Access to God, and Glorious Hope of being with God.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Recently I read the biography of Norman Grubb, a missionary in Africa, and the leader of his mission for 30 years. I was struck by what he wrote: "At conversion we learned that we had not done what we should, but then we soon learn that of ourselves we cannot do what we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Come To The Table Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 18, 2003

A study of the Lord’s Supper: 1. It’s Practice 2. It’s Purpose and 3. It’s Perpetuity.

Come to the Table 1 Corinthians 11:17 – 34 INTRODUCTION Priscilla Larson, of Lexington, MA, tells of the time her brother in law (a preacher) had been away from home one afternoon donating his blood at the Red Cross. The preacher’s son was concerned when his father didn’t come home at his usual ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

By Grace You Are Saved Through Faith Series

Contributed by Clark Frailey on May 2, 2004

Sermon 3 in the Walking a Life Worthy of the Calling (Ephesians) Series.

First Baptist Church of Cresson Sunday Morning – May 2nd, 2004 Ephesians 2:1-10 Walking a Life Worthy of the Calling “By Grace You Are Saved Through Faith” I. INTRODUCTION a. BKG: 10th book of NT. Church @ Ephesus / paul = prison. b. Central Theme: Ephesians 4:1 - “I, therefore, the prisoner ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas With The Prophet Isaiah

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 30, 2008

A. Old Testament Prophecy Is Crucial to the Gospel Message 1. The Gospel is "according to the Scriptures" (1 Cor. 15:3-4) 2. Christmas then is a good time to study these prophe¬cies

A. Old Testament Prophecy Is Crucial to the Gospel Message 1. The Gospel is "according to the Scriptures" (1 Cor. 15:3-4) 2. Christmas then is a good time to study these prophe¬cies B. Isaiah and Prophecies about Jesus 1. The most eloquent of the prophets speaking of Christ’s birth 2. Let us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Unrighteous Steward

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004

A message on our stewardship responsibilities for the things of God (Not necessarily a tithing sermon).

THE UNRIGHTEOUS STEWARD Luke 16:1-13 INTRO: Charles Dickens wrote about a man who was very selfish. Ebenezer Scrooge. We use this term to describe someone who is a tightwad. Perhaps it could describe the unrighteous steward Jesus tells about in Luke’s Gospel. Let’s see three things about this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Pencil

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 26, 2004

Jesus used everyday things to teach biblical truths. He used a child to demonstrate the attitude and heart a Christian must have. He used birds and flowers to show that God will take care of his children. Today I want you to consider this everyday ob

The Pencil Romans 12:1—2 Jesus used everyday things to teach biblical truths. He used a child to demonstrate the attitude and heart a Christian must have. He used birds and flowers to show that God will take care of his children. Today I want you to consider this everyday object and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015

The power of the Resurrection

Introduction: - Of the four gospels they each have their own perspective on the account we have read here - Matthew deals with the peculiar insistence on the great Galilean appearance of the Risen Savior - St. John, as his central or most detailed piece of teaching, dwells on a fishing scene on ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of Whosoever

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 11, 2013

Sermon outline for a missions emphasis.

The Gospel of Whosoever Romans 10:8-13 Romans 10:8 But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; 9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Measure Of A Ministry

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 23, 2017

I used this as farewell sermon upon leaving a pastorate.

"The Measure of a Ministry" Acts 20:17-38 Introduction: Let's see what is revealed in the text: I. Paul's Tenure Two things standout; First, is his longevity and second is his labor. Paul spent more time in Asia Minor and Ephesus in particular than any other place of ministry. Verse 31 tells us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Thankful With All Your Heart?

Contributed by S. Louis Rouse on Oct 24, 2018

Short Thanksgiving message

Psalm 9: 1 I will give thanks to you, LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. It was approaching Thanksgiving and Dave's family was together. He was in the construction supply business and business was good. In response to hearing about how well things were going, Dave's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:1