Sermons on Charles Wesley:

Visionary View: Trusting In God's Perfect Timing Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 24, 2023

God's vision isn't for the present; it's designated for a future time.

"Visionary View: Trusting in God's Perfect Timing" A prayer to begin. Heavenly Father, we gather in Your presence, seeking wisdom and guidance as we delve into Your Word. Open our hearts and minds to receive the message You have for us today. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-3, Proverbs 29:18, Psalm 37:7, Ecclesiastes 3:1, James 5:7-8, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 40:30-31, 2 Peter 3:8, Isaiah 40:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Preposition "Eis" In Acts 2:38

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Jun 30, 2006

This is an examination of the meaning of the Greek preposition "eis" as we determine whether remission of sins precedes or follows repentance and baptism.

During the last Century, theologians who believe that salvation is attained only by belief in Christ have made the assertion that the Greek preposition eis translated in Acts 2:38 as “for” should be translated “because of”. They assert that the Greek would suggest that one must repent and be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reformation

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Oct 31, 2007

Parallels between the Jewish ’reformation’ of Ezra’s day and the Protestant Reformation which began in the 1300’s, culminating in the life of Martin Luther.

The ’reformation’ of the Jewish people in Ezra’s day reminds us of the glorious Protestant Reformation. There are four interesting parallels worthy of our attention: 1. TWO REGENTS Cyrus and Henry VIII. When William Tyndale was burnt at the stake he offered up a prayer that the Lord would open ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-11

Pursuing Holiness: The Path To Transformation Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 20, 2024

2 Corinthians 7:1 calls us to cleanse ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.

Pursuing Holiness: The Path to Transformation Introduction: We embark on a journey to explore the transformative power of holiness as outlined in 2 Corinthians 7:1. This passage calls us to cleanse ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Grace-Filled Goodbye Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 16, 2021

Working through the book of Philippians using consecutive expository preaching. Philippians 4:20-23

Series: Philippians Sermon: “A Grace-Filled Goodbye” Philippians 4:20-23 Pastor John Bright Philippians 4 “20 Now to our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen. 21 Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brethren who are with me greet you. 22 All the saints greet you, but especially those ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:20-23, Acts 17:6, Galatians 3:26-29, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Methodist

Why We Share Communion

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jun 2, 2002

Message discusses what this practice is about and who is invited to the Lord’s Table, particularly from a Weslyean perspective.

(Thanks to Bob Hostetler for ideas for this message. I’ve added a Methodist twist to the message. Powerpoint and audience outline available). A little girl asked her mother, “Mommy, why do you cut the ends off the meat before you cook it?” The girl’s mother told her that she thought it added ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29, 1 Corinthians 11:1-52

Denomination: Methodist

Marks Of A Genuine Faith Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Aug 27, 2005

6th message in James series. James pleads for marks of Christ’s Lordship to be evident and shows that genuine faith must be expressed not only in confession, but in practice.

Danish theologian, Soren Kierkegaard, told of a make-believe country inhabited only by ducks. One Sunday morning the ducks all came to church, and waddled down the aisle into their pews. The duck preacher took his place behind the pulpit, opened the duck Bible and read, “Ducks! You can have wings, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

“an Unexpected Hour” Series

Contributed by Charles J. Tomlin on Nov 29, 2013

A serious look at Jesus words about his coming from a biblical rather than dispensational perspective.

“AN UNEXPECTED HOUR” A Sermon Based Upon Matthew 24: 36-44 By Rev. Dr. Charles J. Tomlin, DMin Flat Rock-Zion Baptist Partnership Advent 1-A, December 1, 2013 "Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an unexpected hour (Mat 24:44 NRS). “I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Baptist

Clean House Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 24, 2015

If we want to see our nation turn back to God, we must clean up God's house, the White House, and our own house.

A company held an inter-office softball game every year between the marketing and support staff. One year, the support staff whipped the marketing department soundly, but the marketing department demonstrated how they earn their keep by posting this memo on the bulletin board after the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Rock The Boat! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 20, 2022

To deal with sin in a way that helps people, first you cry, because you care. Then you judge, urging the believing sinner to repent. And if he or she refuses, you purge them from the church.

Dr. Stephen L. Anderson, a professor in Ontario, Canada, had what he called a moment of “startling clarity” a little over 10 years ago. He was teaching a section on ethics in his senior philosophy class, and he needed an “attention-getter”—something to shock his students and force them to take an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13, Matthew 7:1

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Friends Don’t Let Friends Die Lost

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 26, 2007

If you would take the car keys away from a drunk then you should witness to a friend. Going - Weeping - Sowing - Reaping. Deathbed quotes illustrate how real hell is. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Pres.

Friends Don’t Let Friends Die Lost Ps. 126:5, 6; II Cor. 4:3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/FriendsDieLost.html Would you pull out your garden hose to help save your neighbor from a fire? If you were a doctor, would you be able to tell someone if they had a terminal disease? How about if you had ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles (6 Of 39)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

At the beginning of the third chapter of Acts, the story of the glorious healing of the man who had been lame from birth is recorded.

This man was a picture of the sinner, who is born spiritually lame. God did an undeniable work in his life, but the ungodly, though religious, would not accept it. It is still the same today. God does great things, and still ungodly men will not accept what He does, and can do, for mankind. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-37

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoying Good Health Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 14, 2010

Consider the secret to good health and soul prosperity. 1- Minister to one another 2- Be faithful to God’s truth 3- Demonstrate love to all

INTRO.- ILL.- When a physician remarked on a new patient’s extraordinarily ruddy complexion, he said, "High blood pressure, Doc. It comes from my family." "Your mother’s side or your father’s?" I asked. "Neither," he replied. "It’s from my wife’s family." "Oh, come now," I said. "How could ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Who Are Strong Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 28, 2014

If we claim to be strong in the faith or know that we are strong or maybe stronger than some others, what should we do? 1- We should bear with the failings of the weak 2- We should please our neighbor for his good 3- We should accept one another

INTRO.- We who are strong. I’ve always been interested in strength and strong men. I guess that’s a boy thing. ILL.- I first became interested in strong men by watching Superman on TV. That was the old Superman, George Reeves and by today’s standards he wasn’t much of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thre L;ife Of Moses Part 2 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Charles La Porte on Jun 21, 2009

#1 He Asked, “Who Am I?” And Was Comforted By The Great I AM #2 He Carried An Earthly Staff With Heavenly Power #3 He Was A Man Of Power In Words & Deeds

The Life of Moses pt. 2 Pastor Chuck La Porte 01/14/2009 Exodus 3:10-22 Read & Pray Moses couldn’t believe his ears; God Himself was asking him to return to Egypt and demand the release of the entire Hebrew nation. He was to stand on the same streets where he had committed murder and demand that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:10-22

Denomination: Pentecostal