Sermons on Christian Activism:

The Passion Of The Christian

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015

THE PASSION OF THE CHRISTIAN

THE PASSION OF THE CHRISTIAN MATTHEW 16:21-28 Introduction Jesus’ followers fully expected to see Christ reign as King over Israel in their lifetime. However, the Lord knew differently, and at this point He begins to prepare them for the unexpected. Before the kingdom reign there was to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Holiness

Wastebasket Christianity

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 7, 2023

This is a simple message designed to help us continue to live out a year in which we grow - using out Spiritual Wastebaskets - 1. Our Past Sins 2. The Sins of Others 3. Our Self-Sovereignty (Real Leadership is Followship)

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14 Theme: Wastebasket Christianity This is a simple message designed to help us continue to live out a year in which we grow more into the image of Our Savior and LORD. There are some things that we need to put into our Spiritual Wastebaskets – 1. Our Past Sins 2. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14, Psalm 103:11-12, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Nazarene

Christian Stewardship

Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 19, 2024

A steward is a person employed to manage another's property, especially a large house or estate. God has appointed us to be stewards in this world.

A steward is one who manages something for another. The picture here is a steward who worked for a rich man. This steward had a great deal of responsibility. He was to manage the man’s lands. He was to do the collecting from others who owed. There are three great areas of stewardship that are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Salty Christianity

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 7, 2023

Jesus tells us we are the salt of the earth.

Matthew 5:13-20 Salty Christians or Believers 1. The following is some of the uses I found for Salt: • Salt is used for money and many people fought for in wars. "worth his salt" because of the value of salt. • Salt is used to cure and store meats It is used to disinfect wounds • It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

Unfriendly Christians PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The importance of genuine Christian friendship, warns against the harm caused by unfriendly Christians, and encourages us to follow Jesus' example of love and companionship.

Good morning, family. How blessed we are to gather together today, to share in the Word of our Lord and to learn from His teachings. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into an issue that affects us all: friendship. But not just any friendship. We're talking about Christian friendship, the kind ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:17

Topics: Unfriendly, Christian

A Christian Marriage

Contributed by Lee Houston on Nov 10, 2025

I read an interesting article saying the younger generation is looking more positively at marriage than those even a decade ago. So, I believe there is a need to revisit what God has ordained.

A Christian Marriage I read an interesting article saying the younger generation is looking more positively at marriage than those even a decade ago. That is good, and it reminded me that two-thirds of you are married and at least some of the rest of you have thoughts about marriage so I believe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-6

Sandpaper Christians

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 22, 2025

In Mal. 3:17 God calls us His jewels. All gemstones began as lumps of carbon & were worthless, but under great pressure and heat, they became extremely valuable. We must be cut, sanded, grinded, and tumbled.

SANDPAPER CHRISTIANS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. When President Cleveland's second child was born, the doctor asked Cleveland for a scale to determine the baby’s weight. Cleveland searched through the house without success. 2. Finally, he remembered that he had an old scale in the basement ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11, Malachi 3:2-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christians And Politics

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 20, 2005

Many people have the mindset that politics and religion should not mix, but what exactly should Christians consider when voting? And What is a Christian’s role with the government?

“Christians and Government” Introduction: On a talk show someone commented on the fact that both candidates for president have made their faith a paramount issue in their political debates. That commentator remarked, “What a person believes really shouldn’t matter because religion and politics ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Repentance

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 26, 2005

The significane of fellowship with God in light of His calling and Jesus’ death, without practicing of which we all need repentance.

Christian Repentance As many as I love, I rebuke and discipline. So be committed and repent. Listen! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and have dinner with him, and he with Me. (Rev. 3:19-20) What do you think is the most important ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fainting Christians

Contributed by James May on May 29, 2005

If we would just learn to wait upon the Lord by serving Him, trusting Him and living for Him, we would have so many fainting Christians.

FAINTING CHRISTIANS By Pastor Jim May In the hills of Tennessee there is a breed of goats that is called the “Fainting Goat”. They are also known as “Nervous Goats”, “Stiff-leg goats”, “Wooden-leg goats”, and “Tennessee Scare goats”. No one knows for certain where they originated from but the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christians And Their Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 26, 2005

A message on growing as a Christian.

CHRISTIANS AND THEIR CHRIST Romans 8:1-9 INTRO: Just as Christ says that there is no true Christianity without conversion (Matthew 18:3), even so, Paul says that there is no true Christianity without Christ (Romans 8:9). Those who do not have Christs Spirit do not have his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowship Of Christians

Contributed by Earl Graston on Jul 7, 2005

Christians need each other

FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIANS 7-3-2005 1 John 1:3 “that which we have seen and heard we declare to you, that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ” In the fall of the year, Linda, a young woman, was traveling alone up the rutted ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Forgiveness

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 7, 2003

This is a study in Philemon.

CHRISTIAN FORGIVENESS Philemon Just because a book of the Bible is small in length does not mean it is small in meaning. Philemon is one of these books. Onesimus was a slave owned by Philemon, who was a wealthy Christian living in Colosse and a friend of Paul’s. Onesimus robbed Philemon ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Certainties

Contributed by Evangelist Ron Freeman on Aug 24, 2003

To establish that there will be no rapture, seven years tribulation or 1000 year reign on earth at Jesus Second Advent.

INTRODUCTION: A. Aim: To discuss the theme, "Christian Certainties." B. Pro: To establish that there will be no rapture, seven years tribulation or 1000 year reign on earth at Jesus Second Advent. C. Text: 1 Cor 15:20-26 D. Outline: 1. He is risen: 2. He is reigning: 3. He is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Science Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 2, 2003

A metaphysical worldview that is neither Christian nor scientific

Christian Science, a contradiction in terms...Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts When I was about to fly from Germany to Saugus to be interviewed by the Pulpit Committee, my supervisory Chaplain from V Corps HQ in Heidelberg told me to be sure to see the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7

Denomination: Congregational