Sermons on Christ Our Lord:

Does A Christian Have All Authority To Decree And Declare Things Over Their Lives?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 15, 2019

There is a growing trend within some circles of Christianity to teach that a Born-Again Christian can declare and decree things over themselves, and others, as already done.

The primary Scripture verse to support the teaching is: “Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways.” (Job 22:28 KJV) The Hebrew word translated ‘decree’ in the verse is ‘gazar’ which is a verb in the masculine singular, and ...read more

Scripture: Job 22:28, Job 42:7, Romans 4:17, Matthew 28:18, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Psalm 51:17, Luke 22:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prodigal Son Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 7, 2025

Turn with me if you would to Luke 15:11. I want to share with you what has considered one of the most popular short stories of all times. Not just in Christian circles but around world. I believe that it is worth the accolades as there is so much in the story. Let us look at it now.

Title: The Prodigal Son Theme: To show the attitude we should have when 1. Receiving the Father 2. Toward prodigals Text: Luke 15:11 - 32 Introduction Turn with me if you would to Luke 15:11. I want to share with you what has considered one of the most popular short stories of all times. Not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Good, Better, Or Best

Contributed by Carlton Coon on Dec 27, 2000

Have you chosen God’s good, God’s better, or God’s best?

Good, Better, Best I. I recently read a book on leadership. One chapter dealt with decision making. The writer pointed out the importance of looking at as many choices as possible. One can face a decision and consider one option, that option may be a good choice; but if it is the only choice ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-4, Acts 10:44-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

Doing Membership

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Membership is something you do, not something you have.

Thesis: Membership is something you do, not something you have. Intro.: 1. For the past several weeks we've been exploring the notion of "the priesthood of all believers." a. Priests have a job to do, a ministry to perform. b. Illust. Evertt Huffard, an instructor at HGSR, says Christians can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Surely There Is A God Who Judges On Earth Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WICKED RULERS WILL GET WHAT’S COMING TO THEM = THE WRATH OF GOD

BIG IDEA: WICKED RULERS WILL GET WHAT’S COMING TO THEM = THE WRATH OF GOD INTRODUCTION: Imprecatory Psalm "Vengeance is mine" saith the Lord Answers the Questions: Is there a God who really judges? Can wicked rulers get away with injustice and lies? Will the righteous ever be rewarded? I. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 58:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Flood Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 10, 2003

This sermon addresses some issues concerning the flood, but emphasizes the grace involved in the ark.

Genesis 6:9-8:22 January 26, 2003 Imagine a future without dry land. A future where the earth, covered in water, has evolved into a gritty, nautical society held together by determination and ingenuity. The inhabitants of this once-flourishing planet cling to life on incredible floating cities, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirt Baptism

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on May 31, 2003

Understanding the baptism in the Holy Spirit

I. What Is This Baptism? 1. He is a Gift to be given to the believer - Acts 2:38. a. Every born again Christian has the Holy Spirit in them but not every Christian has received the BAPTISM (immersion) with the Spirit. 2. He is also a PROMISE that can be claimed - Acts 1:4 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

How To Get Recruits Jesus' Way

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 6, 2002

Review how we get people to ministry

How to get recruits Jesus’ way Matt.9:35-38, 10:1-42 1. Serve like Jesus (v.35) a. Proximity: Go to where people are (towns and villages) b. Persuade: Teach God’s people where they are gathered (teaching in the synagogues) c. Preach with reach: Demonstrate what u teach that the good news and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"A Miraculous Rescue"

Contributed by Kevin Smith on Jun 23, 2004

The greatest thing that I believe a human being can experience is to be in a situation where it seems completely hopeless and doomed, yet God miraculously steps in and rescues you from it...

I. Introduction: In this text we see that Peter has been placed in a seemingly hopeless situation. He has been arrested by Herod and placed in prison, awaiting his trial to take place after the passover. But in the midnight hour, when it seemed all hope was gone, God showed up & showed out, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Concerning Hell

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Feb 17, 2004

Haveing compassion on some. Proveing the Exsistance of Hell.

Concerning Hell. Acts 2;24-26. As the scriptures say a lot about Heaven, it also says about the same about Hell. Its existence, that most people want to ignore. To give people an alternative to everlasting piece, God introduced a place of torment ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Woman Incognita

Contributed by Willie Woodberry on May 17, 2002

This sermon will be an encouragement to mothers.

Introduction: Certainly the Bible Recognizes women in positions of power women who contributed to makinng the world a better place. Miraim who led the people in praising God after the crossing of the Red Sea (ex.15:21) Ruth who put God first and became the ancesteress of King David (Ruth.1:16; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Holy Family - Mary Series

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Dec 9, 2006

The second message in a Christmas series on the Holy Family. Mary certainly had much to think about. I also have this message Powerpoint available by request.

A Holy Family Mary Luke 2:15-19 A holy family Last week we talked about Joseph. Today we will take a look at Mary. The Bible says that after everything had calmed down, after the shepherds had gone away telling about all they had seen, that “Mary kept all these things and pondered them in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

J-Who?

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Oct 23, 2006

JEHU Becomes Anointed

The turn around anointing II Kings 9:1-7 and 16-20 • The tribes of Israel were divided. Israel had two kings. Ahaziah and Jo-ram but really Jezebel was running the show. • Elisha called one of the prophets and told him to go found Je-hu. The only thing he brought with him was a box of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 9:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Prays Also Series

Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Oct 29, 2006

This second message in this series shows us God is the one who inspires us to pray

THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER Part Two “God Prays Also” Adapted from a message by Wayne Field Genesis 12:1-4 August 27, 2006 Broadway Baptist Church INTRODUCTION Last week we started a series on prayer. We learned we need to pray with boldness and persistent passion. When we pray we also need to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Angelic Encounter

Contributed by Brian Menear on Aug 1, 2007

Doubts of God fulfilling his promise cost Zechariah his speech. Only when he believed and obeyed did his speech return.

The Angelic Encounter (NIV) (Zechariah & The Angel) The Gospel of Luke shows the dawning of a new age. God is now intimately involved in the events which will lead up to the birth of Jesus. Background/Setting Only the Priests could enter the Holy of Holys. No mere man was allowed. The priests ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-64

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational