Sermons on Christ Centered Preaching:

A Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jul 11, 2007

A sermon preached for a good member and a fellow outdoorsman.

Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your Word, granting us a renewed and strengthened faith, that we might find comfort in your grace, and hope for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:42-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 17, 2024

Today’s message is centered around Hebrews 5:13-14 as we consider our spiritual maturity corporately and individually.

Last week, we partook of some solid food as we examined apostasy, the falling away from God. Today, I’d like us to unbox a few passages to reflect on our own spiritual maturity. Hebrews 5:13–14 “For everyone who partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, for he is a babe. But ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:13-14

The Road From Unbelief To Faith

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 19, 2020

I preached this sermon the week after Easter.

Title: “The Road from Unbelief to Faith” Scripture: Luke 24 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 4-19-20 Intro: In today’s passage, roads play a prominent role. Several individuals use a road to either explore evidence for faith in Christ’s resurrection or to actually meet with Christ. The famous ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"five Comforting Questions"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 12, 2021

This is a message in a series I preached from Romans.

Title: “Five Comforting Questions” Scripture: Rom. 8:31-39 Type: Expos/series Where: GNBC 6-14-21 Intro: Dr. Bob Deffingbaugh shared the following story: “About the only time I play golf is when we visit my family each year in Washington State. I always try to play a round with Dad. On one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39, Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Evidence Of Our Adoption

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 5, 2021

This is from a series I preached in the book of Romans.

Title: Evidence of our Adoption Script: Romans 8:14-17 Type: Expos/series Where: GNBC 6-6-21 Intro: When our children were young would often play board or card games in the evenings. One of their favorite games was the perennial favorite, “Clue”. Colonel Mustard, Prof Plum, Mrs. Peacock, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Ten Commandments

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 13, 2020

This is from a series I preached on the Ten Commandments

Title: The 10 Commandments: Part 4 Scripture: Exodus 20:14&16 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 10-27-19 Intro: Here is a great quote on the Moral Law of God by Dr. Steve Lawson: Can you imagine a Christian couple actually praying about living together before marriage? Can you fathom a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14, Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The First And Second Commandment Series

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 13, 2020

This is from a series I preached on the 10 Commandments.

Title: The 10 Commandments – I&II Script: Ex. 20 Type: Series Where: GNBC 10-6-19 Intro: I remember being a 6yrs old entering Kindergarten at Kendall Elementary School in Marion, IN, in the fall of 1972. As walked through the entry doors and stood in the foyer in plain view on the wall ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith Alone

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Mar 6, 2021

This sermon is from a series I preached on Romans.

Title: “Faith Alone” Script: Romans 4:16ff. Type: Series/Expository Where: GNBC 3-7-21 Intro: Many people mistakenly think there is conflict between “faith” and “reason”. In their minds, “faith” is a synonym for credulity and even superstition, or even an excuse for irrationality. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:16, Romans 4:16-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

New Creations

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jun 15, 2004

An encouraging and evangelistic sermon preached at a Baptismal service

New Creations. Baptism of Chris Andrews. 13th June 04 pm WBC 2 Cor 5:17-6:2 If anyone is in Christ¡K (PPT) Illustr: Real life event told by Fred of Kingsbridge: A local services man had gone to the local toilets as it was time to lock them up. As he was preparing to do so, in came two bikers ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

After Christmas - Then What? Series

Contributed by Walter Swaim on Dec 28, 2018

Those in the true ancient story of the first Christmas were forever altered by it and their lives centered around the One whom it is all about.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER CHRISTMAS? Matthew 2 MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: 360 days till Christmas! What happens after Christmas? - sounds, lights, music of Christmas are over - decorations put away in boxes/tubs in the garage/attic - programs, company parties and gift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:12-23

Denomination: Baptist

Receiving The Word Of God

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007

Learning about receiving the preaching of the Word of God

Title: Jesus and the Word Theme: To understand that Jesus puts emphasis in receiving the Word. Text: Mark 4 Mark 4:1. And he began again to teach by the sea side: and there was gathered unto him a great multitude, so that he entered into a ship, and sat in the sea; and the whole multitude was by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Saved Or Mad?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001

Good preaching brings one of two results.

Saved or Mad? Acts 14:1-4 1 And it came to pass in Iconium, that they went both together into the synagogue of the Jews, and so spake, that a great multitude both of the Jews and also of the Greeks believed. 2 But the unbelieving Jews stirred up the Gentiles, and made their minds evil ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - Creator And Redeemer

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 16, 2018

The central figure, the center piece of the entire Bible is Jesus! Paul is evoking the language of Genesis – the story of creation. Jesus was present, then and now!

Colossians 1 Jesus – Creator and Redeemer August 19, 2018 This letter is full of epic and evocative language and is one of Paul’s shortest. Colossians 1:15-20 NIV He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Remedy For Our Anxiety

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 26, 2021

This is a sermon I preached to begin a series on prayer.

Title: “God’s Remedy for our Anxiety” Scripture: Phil. 4:6-7 Type: Expos/Series Where: GNBC 28, 2021 Intro: What is “anxiety”? Anxiety is a reaction to concerns we feel. Often our anxieties are focused on necessities we feel that we are lacking.This may be food, clothing, shelter, etc. (Mt. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

To Be Blessed

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 16, 2007

We all want the "good life." don’t we? This message offers us understanding of what that "good life" is - through Christ. Audio will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

TO BE BLESSED Pastor Bruce Ball (July 29) We will find that, no matter what it is in life, you need to follow a set of instructions. Whether it is driving a car or working at a job, you will always have rules or directions to obey. And the best way to be happy and safe is to be sure you obey ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: *other