Sermons on christian realism:

Introduction To Christianity Explored Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 17, 2010

This message answers three questions: (1) Does God exits? (2) How Can We Know for Sure That God Exists? and (3) How Can We Know God?

Scripture Today I am beginning a new ten-week series of messages. It is based on a series that is titled Christianity Explored by Rico Tice and Barry Cooper, out of England. The purpose of Christianity Explored is to introduce people to Jesus Christ. My interest in this series was aroused when I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Crazy Like A Christian Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010

This continues my series through the book of Acts.

“Crazy Like a Christian” Acts 25-26 August 10, 2008 It’s what Patsy Cline sang that that was what she was, for making the mistake of falling in love. It’s what Paul Simon sang that he still was, “after all these years”. Alanis Morrisette and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

10 Principles For The Christian

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Apr 10, 2009

10 Principles a Christian must address.

10 Principles for the Christian 1. Feeding on the Word -- DAILY Nutrition A healthy baby has a healthy appetite. If you have truly been "born" of the Spirit of God, you will have a healthy appetite. The Bible says, "As newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby," (1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

"We Are Not A Christian Nation" Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 12, 2009

Should the church dissolve since our president has declared that we are not a Christian nation? The numbers of people claiming to be Christians has dropped dramatically. The question is, is the cross still relevant in this post-Christian world?

President Barak Obama visited Turkey this week. In a press conference he stated “we do not consider ourselves a Christian nation.” Newsweek reporter Jon Meacham wrote the cover story for his magazine entitled “The Decline and Fall of Christian America.” The 2009 American Religious Identification ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Second Mile Christianity Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

How do you respond to situations in life, that is at the heart of what we will learn tonight from this passage of scripture from Jesus and His sermon on the Mount.

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part 9 Second Mile Christianity Matthew 5:38-42 Introduction One winter day not so long ago a man went shopping at the local neighborhood mall. When he returned to his car he noticed a rather foul odor coming from under the hood and so he checked the engine. In the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

What Exactly Is A Christian?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 21, 2009

Through Paul’s defense before Agrippa we learn what it means to be a Christian.

They come in many kinds: slip-joint, diagonal, needle-nose, parrot-nose, midget… Do you have any idea what I’m talking about? Pliers. If you were here last week for the Easter sermon, you know that I’m pretty clueless when it comes to pliers. I used one for an object lesson but had to stop and ask ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Christian Environmental Responsibility

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Apr 24, 2009

I am a firm believe that while the Bible contains the Word of God that speaks to every area of our lives, we as Christians have allowed the world to take the lead on ethical, moral, and even spiritual issues. And environmental responsibility is one area

Christian Environmental Responsibility Genesis 1:28 Sermon by CH (CPT) Keith J. Andrews All scripture marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English Standard Version. Wheaton : Standard Bible Society, 2001, S. 1. In my stay in Iraq this year, I have notice one image that is repeatedly on my mind and that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28

Denomination: Baptist

Death, Dying & The Christian Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008

Paul makes it clear that when a believer dies his soul goes to be with the Lord.

1. SERIOUS SUBJECTS. IMPORTANT ISSUES. 2. There are a lot of them in God’s Word • The Bible DOESN’T SHY away from the serious matters in life. • It speaks very openly & candidly of sin & salvation, of money & motives, even of fears and failures. • AND as we open His word, it so quickly cuts right ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Inisghts Into Christian Service

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 19, 2008

Here is a miracle with a message. Dr. G. Campbell Morgan once said that every parable Jesus spoke was a miracle of instruction ,and every miracle Jesus performed was a parable of instruction. Here is a miracle filled with Insight Into Christian Service.

Insights Into Christian Service John 2:1-11 I want to direct your attention to the word “servants” in verses 5 and 9. The servants are referred to in several more verses by the words “they,” “them,” or “you.” It is these unnamed servants that I ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian Pleases God Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 29, 2008

This message defines the Christians as a person who pleases God, and incredible truth for every follower of Christ.

A PERSON WHO PLEASES GOD COLOSSIANS 1:9-14 Last week we look at 7 blessings that Christians have. These included: God’s Word; Grace; Peace; a Heavenly Father; faith; love, and hope in God. Today we will see that another definition of a Christian is someone who pleases the Lord in every way. I. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Christians Effectively Minister Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Christians are called to make mature disciples in the power of the Holy Spirit and the word

CHRISTIANS EFFECTIVELY MINISTER A CHRISTIAN IS… Colossians 1:24-2:3 OBJECTIVE: Christians are called by God to minister to others and He equips them to minister effectively. Let’s begin today’s message by correcting a misunderstanding of ministry: MINISTRY BELONGS TO PASTORS AND CHRISTIAN ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is A "Good” Christian?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 30, 2008

What Is A “Good” Christian? 1) One who struggles with sin. 2) One who stands with Christ.

Soccer fans around the world have been glued to their television sets this past month. They’ve been watching Europe’s soccer powerhouses battle each other in the Euro Cup tournament. As always, this year’s tournament has provided a number of upsets. Countries thought to be fielding less talented ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Christians Are Being Transformed Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Christians are not perfect but they are being transformed into the likeness of Christ.

CHRISTIANS ARE BEING TRANSFORMED COLOSSIANS 3:1-4 SERMON SERIES: A CHRISTIAN IS... Turn your Bibles to Colossians 3:1-4 as we look at God’s word on change. One of the reasons the apostle Paul wrote this letter was to address the issue of change. Can a person truly change? Can a person whose ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

The Dangers Of Christian Drifting Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 3, 2008

Well just like the warning signs that we see today on our roads, on our medicine… and on so many other things in our society… God has posted warning signs along the road of life so that the believer can avoid danger…

Sermon Brief Date Written: June 5, 2006 revised on May 29, 2008 Date last preached: June 01, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Our Great Savior! Sermon Title: The Dangers of Christian Drifting! Sermon Text: Hebrews 2:1-4 READ PASSAGES HERE So let’s read our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Christian Spirituality

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jul 9, 2008

Spirituality is grounded in committed Christian living.

Trinity 8 Proper 10A What is Christian spirituality Isaiah 55:1-5, 10-13 Thus says the Lord: “Come, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and he who has no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. Why do you spend your money for that which is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Anglican