Sermons on Christian Baptism:

Give Me Liberty Or I Will Lead A Dead Life

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 25, 2011

My conduct should be to please Christ not to please you, not to please any organization but, only to please Him and to love one another.

Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. Apostle Paul is saying, stand your ground in which Christ has made you free from your sins. Don't let anyone tell you that you need to do this or you need to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live Here Until We Leave Here Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 24, 2015

Though we are "pilgrims and strangers" here on earth, there is a certain way we should live until we make it to our heavenly home.

How To Live Here Until We Leave Here I Peter 4:7-11 There was a teenage girl who's mother was in the National Guard. The mother's unit was activated and she was deployed to Afghanistan for one year. Because of this the girl was sent to live with her grandfather on his ranch in Texas. When she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Turning Point Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 9, 2015

The Gospel is for anyone who will receive it.

Turning Point Text: Acts 10:23-48 Introduction 1. Illustration: On July 1-3, 1863 was the turning point of the American Civil War, and the turning point of our nation. It took place in the quite farming town of Gettysburg, PA. Abraham Lincoln summed up its importance in just 272 words. His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48

Denomination: Methodist

The Christian Husband: What He's Supposed To Be Like And Why

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

Just last year an old friend of mine got married.

Just last year an old friend of mine got married. She married a fella who is an automobile mechanic. A couple of friends and I agreed that this was a big score for her. What better than to land a guy who can fix cars. I suppose in a way my opinion has been colored by the Red Green show. At times ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:24-33

Denomination: Baptist

Allah Is Not Our God : The Differences Between Christianity And Islam

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 25, 2002

The difference between Islam and Christianity.

Allah Is Not Our God The Differences between Christianity and Islam! In the last year we have learned a new vocabulary in America; words such as Islam, Mohammad, Allah, Jihad, Taliban, and al Quida. For most Americans before 9/11 these were distant irrelevant words, if not out ...read more

Scripture: John 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Building Up The Christian Marriage In This Post-Modern World

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on May 29, 2001

Out of thanks for the love that God has shown us, the Christian husband and wife will submit to one another in humble love in the roles that God has given them.

Today we continue our series about building up families in a post-modern world. And I have been assigned the task of talking to you this morning about marriage. And you know, I don’t think it would be too wise of me to preach today based on the vast knowledge that I have acquired after two whole ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Lutheran

I'll Show The World That I'm A Christian

Contributed by Mark Hodges on Jun 16, 2001

God intends for every Christian to experience joy in their Christian walk.

I¡¦ll Show The World That I¡¦m A Christian Philippians 2.12-13 Introduction: Remember that the theme of this book is JOY! And if there is anything we need more of its joy! Our lives should be marked by joy! You say, "Pastor, my life isn’t marked by joy. Does that mean I’m not saved?" I suppose ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 14, 2002

Characteristics of a Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40

Characteristics of a Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40 Illustration:(Immaturity) Sat Apr 13, 8:22 AM ET TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla. (Reuters) - An 8-year-old Florida boy drove himself to school in a stolen car after missing the school bus, police said this week. The youngster was caught when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why People Aren't Christians? Pt 1

Contributed by Doug Gilford on Jun 7, 2002

This sermon begins to explain why people do not turn to Christianty.

Why People Aren’t Christians? Part 1 Matthew 19:16-22 “And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why People Aren't Christians? Pt 2

Contributed by Doug Gilford on Jun 7, 2002

This sermon continues to explain why people do not turn to Christianty.

Why People Aren’t Christians Pt 2 Last week, we asked the question why aren’t people Christians anymore? We said that people feel that the Christian life requires all that we have, and the Christian life requires work, and the Christian life is just not popular. When you read Matthew 28:19 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What A Long, Strange Trip It Is: Christian Maturity Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 20, 2002

This message tells how mature Christians grow after their born again. 1 of 12

What A Long Strange Trip It Is: Christian Maturity Book of James Series 1 of 12 June 16, 2002 First Baptist Church, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: Let’s look at some of these pictures and see if we can guess who they are. (Will show pictures of some of our older members of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit: What He Gives To Every Christian

Contributed by James Dunn on Jan 26, 2002

Many Christians today are asking the question, "What can I do to have more of God?" when the real question should be, "How much of me does God really have?

The Holy Spirit: What He Gives To Every Christian Introduction: D. L. Moody was to have a campaign in England. An elderly pastor protested, "Why do we need this ’Mr. Moody’? He’s uneducated, inexperienced, etc. Who does he think he is anyway? Does he think he has a monopoly on the Holy Spirit?" A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

10 Commandments: How Should Christians Observe Them?

Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 5, 2002

Compares Old Testament observance of the commandments with Jesus’ expectations.

THE 10 COMMANDMENTS HOW SHOULD CHRISTIANS OBSERVE THEM? All of the great religions that proclaim belief in one God submit to the 10 Commandments. Yet, how do we, as Christians, understand and obey these so-called Jewish commandments? Please read Exodus 20:1-17 For the Christian, the 10 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Christians Still Follow The 3rd Commandment Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Jan 14, 2004

As we study the Sabbath law, we remember that God gives us laws for our benefit. We Christians still follow the 3rd Commandment. So 1 - Remember to obey it. 2 - Remember to benefit from it.

Pentecost 2 Deuteronomy 5:12-15 Let’s say that you had a friend at work that you found out was a Christian. This co-worker was a very strong Christian; they didn’t just know their Bible very well, but more importantly they really lived the Christian life. And so you felt that you wanted to get to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15

Denomination: Lutheran

To Boldly Go Where No Christian Had Gone Before

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Nov 12, 2002

Stephen was the first Martyr. He perservered in his character, speach, and his death. This sermon looks at the life of Stephen

Stephen: Willing To Go Were No Christian Had Gone Before Acts 6:1-8:1 Introduction A. One of my favorite expressions to make fun of is “it is to die for” B. The old cook at the Lighthouse loved to use this one C. These cookies are to die for D. This quiche is to die for E. (Some how it always ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance