Sermons on Christian Articles:

What Is A Real Christian?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 30, 2021

With cultural Christianity being the norm in America, nominal faith is what people see most often, and it’s what comes to mind when we tell people we’re a Christian. So, what is a "real" Christian? This message points out five traits.

I wish to begin our message this morning by sharing a story by Franklin Graham. He tells us, “Some years ago, I was in a cab when I asked the driver about his faith. He replied that he was a Christian, and I asked him how he became one. I’ll never forget his reply: ‘Oh, I was born a Christian’.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-5, 1 Peter 4:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Hokey Pokey Christians

Contributed by Carol Moore on Aug 16, 2019

As I stood on Mt. Carmel, looking down toward the valley below, I listened to our tour guide and thought of the story of Elijah, Ahab, and the prophets. In my mind's eye, I could hear Elijah telling the Israelites they must choose between God and Baal.

My dad didn’t know how to deal with my being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. He never asked me any questions but just watched me. After he saw that I was not going to become an invalid anytime soon, he came to me and said, “Pick any place is the world you want to go, Sis, and we’ll go.” I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-21

St. Patrick, A Christian

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 10, 2018

A saint has been defined as “a man in whom Christ lives.” The real leader of the church preaches and lives in Christ. Men are captivated by Christians who live out what they believe.

St. Patrick, Whose He? Was A Christian One of the great leaders of New Testament is the Apostle Paul and he gives us this exhortation in 1 Corinthians 11:1, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” (1 Corinthians 11:1) A saint has been defined as “a man in whom Christ lives.” ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Xi. The Church Series

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Aug 5, 2016

The eleventh article of faith of the Church of the Nazarene.

This morning, we are going to move to our eleventh Article of Faith, which is: XI. The Church Here is the description of this 11th tenet of our faith: We believe in the Church, the community that confesses Jesus Christ as Lord, the covenant people of God made new in Christ, the Body of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:5-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Committed To Christian Friendship

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 17, 2005

In a world crying out for friendship, 3 John helps us to define the kinds of friendships that define Christian community.

Committed to Christian Friendship 3 John Everybody wants it. But few know how to find it. Some would give their life for a taste. Most are left desperate. Searching in loneliness for a friend. In the July 21, 1980 issue of Time Magazine there was an essay entitled “Friends, And Countrymen”. The ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Credible Christian Household Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 17, 2002

The Credible Christian household depends on those within it being submitted to one another, offering hospitality to others and using their tongues only to build up.

I want us to spend some time today thinking about what a Christian household might look like. Mind you I don’t mean just any Christian household. Of course I mean a credible Christian household. Well, what is it that might characterise a credible Christian household? Is there something about a ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Christian Atheist: Change Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 12, 2015

You see, sometimes we who believe in God live as though He doesn’t exist and as though He cannot change us.

This sermon is based off of a few ideas in Craig Groeshel’s book “The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist.” Zondervan, 2010. ISBN: 9780310332220 CHRISTIAN ATHEIST: CHANGE 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 INTRODUCTION I The sermon series we are going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Christians Disagree

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 5, 2007

Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church.

When Christians Disagree Acts 15:36-41 Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church. Which reminds me of a story I heard a few years ago. A Scottish Presbyterian is rescued after many years of living alone on a desert island. When he is picked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Are All The Christians? Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 17, 2012

Boldness, complacency, impact

WHERE ARE ALL THE CHRISTIANS? Matt 10: 32 (p 688) May 22, 2011 INTRODUCTION: In 1990, centerfielder Brett Butler left the San Francisco Giants as a free agent. He was loved in San Francisco, and rightly so. He was a great player. But the best offer came from the L.A. Dodgers - their cross ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Nature Of The Christian Church Series

Contributed by Rusty Davidson on Feb 19, 2007

Dteails how the reality of Christ’s supremacy over al things impacts the Church. This is number 5 in a series on the Book of Colossians.

The Supremacy of Christ The Nature of Christian Ministry Text: Colossians 1:24-29 I. Introduction Illustration: A group of ministers and a salesman’s organization were holding conventions in the same hotel, and the catering department had to work at top speed serving dinners to both. The salesmen ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity And The Future Of Civilization

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 18, 2021

Christianity is key to advancing civilization is a positive manner.

Christianity and the Future of Civilization Thank you for listening to GodNAmerica’s weekday podcast. My name is Perry Greene, I am your host. You may find us at GodNAmerica.com for more information and resources. William J. Federer is one of my favorite Christian historians. He is not only an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You A Happy Christian?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 10, 2005

We get upset and walk around focusing on those things that do not go the way we want them to. But is being unhappy what God wants for us?

All of us want to be happy in our lives, don’t we? That might be one reason a person would go to church; to find happiness. But have you ever really thought what happiness includes? Happiness includes a feeling of peace within your heart. Happiness includes a feeling of calmness when all around ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: *other

The Path To Christian Nobility Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 5, 2017

“Berean” is a popular name for churches. Why is that? The Bereans exemplified some of the most noble characteristics any group of people could ever have.

The Path to Christian Nobility Series: Acts Chuck Sligh June 4, 2017 TEXT: Acts 17:10-12 - “And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea: who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews. 11 These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Is America A Christian Nation

Contributed by Unknown Bennett T Cortez on Apr 2, 2014

There is a growing debate among the Christian community, is America a Christian nation?

THE CONTENTION Introduction There is a growing debate among the Christian community, is America a Christian nation? As this argument develops we would like to offer a solution to the opposing view that America is no longer a Christian nation. Some may argue that America is not a Christian nation ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas - A Christian Holiday?

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Dec 1, 2003

People of all ages have celebrated Christmas throughout the centuries, but where did it originate? Are the roots of Christmas really as Christian as many believe or are they pagan? Is Christmas really the day of Christ’s birth?

By: Donna J. Kazenske People of all ages have celebrated Christmas throughout the centuries, but where did it originate? Are the roots of Christmas really as Christian as many believe or are they pagan? Is Christmas really the day of Christ’s birth? If Christmas is truly a Christian holiday, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:2-5, Luke 2:8

Denomination: *other