Sermons on Christian Disciple:

St Peter And Hans Christian Andersen

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Jan 31, 2017

The first letter of Peter takes your breath away as he relates to the wonderful gift God has given us in His Son that we are children of God and inheritors of the kingdom of heaven. Andersen relates how God in Christ gives us a totally new view on life.

St Peter and Hans Christian Andersen 1 Peter 1:3-12 There are few passages in the NT where more of the great fundamental Christian ideas come together than in this passage of St Peter. It begins with a doxology to God--but a doxology with a difference. For a Jew the commonest of all beginnings to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

The Work Of The Holy Spirit In The Life Of A Christian Series

Contributed by Bill Walker on Feb 25, 2017

On one extreme you have those who fervently practice what we call Pentecostalism and on the opposite extreme those who embrace only God’s Word as their model for thought and practice.

THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE LIFE OF A CHRISTIAN Someone has said, “You will never truly know the power of God until you need the power of God.” I think that statement equally applies to God’s Holy Spirit. As we mentioned earlier in this series, too often Christians and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sudden Death Of An Older Christian Man

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 11, 2019

The story of the resurrection of Lazarus is a miniature version of the coming resurrection of mankind. It comforts and stimulates us to action.

Song Family Enters Read John 11:25-26 Greeting: We often attend gatherings • Births • Weddings • Anniversaries/Birthdays • Family Reunions • Church Services • Funerals (mixture of emotions in a difficult time) We gather today in memory of Bob Smith. Our intention is to Honor Bob and Glorify ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Wrong With Christianity - Part 3

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 13, 2019

This is the final message of the series.

What’s wrong with Christianity – Part 3 This series looks at some of the things that Christianity teaches that many Christians are not in agreement with. Today is Part 3 of “What’s Wrong With Christianity?” As I said before, these messages are not asking what’s wrong with Christianity. Instead, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24-27, Romans 1:32, Isaiah 5:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:1-4, Matthew 3:2, Matthew 4:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You Look For In Christianity? Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Dec 1, 2014

a more apologetic look at Christianity

What do you look for what do you see in Christianity? Text: Mt. 16:16-18 Intro: 1. it is interesting how we see things differently, How we perceive what is happening, hear what is being said 2. The same could be said for Christianity. I. WHAT PEOPLE SEE IN CHRISTIANITY, THE CHRISTIAN ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ten Bridesmaids Represent Christian Believers

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 29, 2017

The message is that apathy and carelessness are a much greater threat than any external force.

32A Fr. Murphy was visiting one of his elderly parishioners whom he hadn’t seen at church for a few months. “You know,” he said, “you are not getter any younger and you should start thinking more of the hereafter.” She replied, “Thank you, Father, but I am always thinking about the hereafter; ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Eastern Spirituality And Christian Prayer....compatible?

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 23, 2017

The objection that caution be exercised, that illusions are possible, may appear contrary to evidence.

“Catholic doctrinal truth and sound spirituality are companions. They support and protect each other...” page 99 “In the more esoteric instances of pursuing experiences of God, the labyrinth of the soul’s interiority is the temple where the religious seeker must make pilgrimage. The passage is no ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Two Steps To A Successful Christian Life

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 2, 2014

Living a successful Christian life isn't complicated nor does living a life that pleases God does not have to be complex. Christ simplified or summarized what it takes into two steps which if we follow will lead us to living a successful Christian life.

Two Steps to a Successful Christian Life Mark 12:28-34 Living a successful Christian life isn't complicated. I am not saying that it is easy but it doesn't have to be convoluted with a long list of do's and don'ts. In ancient Israel, the Pharisees had taken the Old Testament law and codified the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, Mark 12:28

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Real About The Christian Life Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 4, 2014

If God is light, if God is perfect righteousness, then we’d better get real about our own righteousness.

John is writing to his followers in the final years of his life. You get the feeling that he thinks he’s running out of time because there’s a certain urgency to the way he writes. He doesn’t waste words. There’s no polite greeting at the start of the letter. He just gets ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

The Christian Walk 101 - Dealing With Anger Series

Contributed by Arthur Miller on Mar 4, 2014

In our Christian walk we have many challenges. I see one of the most difficult tasks is learning how to deal with anger. Anger divides where Christ desires unity. We must daily work on dealing properly with our anger.

Passages from the Bible Gateway NIV Version The Christian Walk 101 - Anger Ephesians 4:17-32 Introduction Ephesians 4:17-32 - 17 So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. 18 They are darkened in their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Can't A Christian Do

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 14, 2014

An analysis of the problem

A. AN ANALYSIS OF THE PROBLEM 1. It’s becoming acceptable to call some Christians legalists, because the critic disagrees with their issues of separation from the world. 2. It becomes easy to do some questionable practices because they are seen on television, movies, or seen in the lives ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christians Need Ongoing Repentance Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 13, 2013

A look at some of the reasons why Christians need ongoing repentance and what that looks like in practice.

A SMILE ON GOD'S FACE: God delights in repentance. - Jonah 3:10. - Many have an exclusive view of God as the mean headmaster or the zealous judge, but one of the things that the Bible makes clear is that God loves seeing the prodigal return home. God loves repentance. - Here God has every ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

And You Call Yourself A Christian Really?

Contributed by A J "Therightrevrhino" Watkins on Dec 21, 2013

This message was penned and preached to remind us that being in everyone else's business and judging them is not as Christian as we think. There are texts that address this but this message is for those holier than thou people in churches everywhere.

And You Call Yourself A Christian, Really? Psalm 150 - Philippians 4:4 By Pastor A. J. Watkins D.Min. King James Version Utilized Ryrie, Henry, and Clarke Study Aides Simonton Genesis Ministries © June 2009 Today’s society is in a major turmoil. We have people still hating people so much ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Christian Where You Work

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 14, 2013

What are you willing to go thru to reach the lost?

Philippians 4:21-22-Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brethren who are with me greet you. All the saints greet you, but especially those who are of Caesar’s household. Greet Every Saint-Those from different denominations, those from different backgrounds, the only stipulation ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Foundational Pillars Of The Christian Faith

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 27, 2014

There are aspects of the Christian faith in which there can be opinions. The Bible also lists some things in which there is a "Thus saith the Lord." Ephesians 4:1-6 is a passage dealing with essentials of the faith.

SEVEN FOUNDATIONAL PILLARS OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH EPHESIANS 4:1-6 This is remake of a portion of the sermon preached at Dorn Ridge, May 18 and 25, 2014 titled: “Building Up and Restoring the Body of Christ” INTRODUCTION; 1.) A traditional motto in our churches has been “In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ