Sermons on Circumcision Is A Seal:

Choosing Hope Over Happiness Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jan 18, 2011

God offers a future and a hope to all who trust in him more than we treasure earth’s rewards.

Scripture Introduction In his old radio show, Thru the Bible, J. Vernon McGee said, “The Book of Ruth is a pearl in the swine pen of the judges.” I’m not sure I would say just that, but these people did live in the time of the judges (about 1100 B. C.), which were not the best years for Israel. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Are Family Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 27, 2009

sermon 4 in Galatians series

Galatians 3:26-4:7 We are family In Christ, We are Family We are family by Faith Galatians 3:26-27 We are family without Distinction Galatians 3:28 We are family by adoption and heirs according to the promise Galatians 3:29 The stages of children in the Family Galatians ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is A True Church? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 18, 2007

How does one distinguish a true church from a false church? This sermon examines three marks that define a true church of Christ.

Scripture Last week I began a short series of sermons on the topic of the church. Jesus is building his church. All over the world, whether in urban or rural areas, in densely or sparsely populated areas, or in places hostile or friendly toward Christianity, Jesus is building his church. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Set For Restoration-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 5, 2017

3 of 4. God restored/renewed/rededicated Israel as His covenant people. God’s people must be restored. But How or What can bring it about? A Setting for spiritual restoration is...

SET For RESTORATION-III—Joshua 5:2-12 Attention: WCTV News, Tallahassee By: Associated Press July 16, 2017 ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- A Florida man has survived a harrowing drive after a piece of scrap metal[actually a 5 foot section of a ~24" OD steel pipe no less than an inch thick!] fell from a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

Worthless Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Oct 2, 2007

What makes our worship worthless and meaningless? How can our worship become a genuine encounter with God?

Encountering God – Part 6 - Worthless Worship Review What is worship? Encountering/responding to God’s heart toward us. Why worship? B/c we were created for this purpose. What do we need? A relationship with God through Jesus Christ. He acted on our behalf when we were still His enemies. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:13, Isaiah 29:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Demonic - Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 21, 2020

What The Enemy Can’t Do To A Born-Again Christian

A great debate has taken place in recent years within Christianity as to whether or not a genuine born-again Christian can be demon-possessed. Some claim that, while the spirit of a Christian could not be possessed by a demon, their body could house a demon. 1. The issue revolves primarily around ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38, 1 Corinthians 6:15-18, John 2:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Says No Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Apr 5, 2011

When God says "no" it's because He wants what's best for us.

Two weeks ago we looked at the story of Jonathan and his armor bearer charging the Philistines. It was one of those times in scripture when God said not just yes but maybe. Why did God say maybe? Because he wanted Jonathan to pick a direction and go. God was waiting for someone to choose to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Deviation From The Gospel Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 21, 2008

In Galatians 2:11-13 Paul explains Peter’s deviation from the gospel. In this we see 1) The Clash, 2) The Cause, and 3) The Consequence

A Domino a rectangular tile with a line dividing its face into two square ends. A popular way of playing with dominos is lining them up end to end and knocking them over. This domino effect is fun to watch when handling the physical tiles but, if it occurs metaphorically in worldwide financial ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-13

Denomination: Other

"Judging Righteously"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 27, 2010

Jesus teaches to judge by truth not by appearance

“Jesus answered them, “I did one deed, and you all marvel. 22 “For this reason Moses has given you circumcision (not because it is from Moses, but from the fathers), and on the Sabbath you circumcise a man. 23 “If a man receives circumcision on the Sabbath so that the Law ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-24

Denomination: Orthodox

Made To Serve Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Apr 11, 2012

The question I put to you today is, “Are you serving your King”. No country is going to be spared when all hell breaks loose, only citizens of the Kingdom of God.

Some of you may be following the story that Israel is strongly considering attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities by the end of the spring. We have to remember that any middle eastern war is a Holy war. Middle Eastern countries see the West as Christian, we’re all Christians to them. And ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

We Serve The Same Purpose Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 3, 2014

With Jesus as our leader or 'coach' all believers are called to the SAME team to follow Him. He leads us, but to what? What is the purpose of following Christ? Paul makes that known here in Col 2 and this morning we will see what he means...

Sermon Brief Date Written: Sept 25, 2014 Date Preached: Sept 28, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: We Serve the SAME God Sermon Title: We Serve the SAME Purpose! Sermon Text: Colossians 2:1-23 [ESV] Introduction: Over the past few weeks we have learned that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas According To Simeon Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 11, 2023

In this Christmas sermon, we explore Simeon's Song to the Savior

Christmas According to Simeon (Luke 2:25-32) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-10-2023 I’m currently reading Geddy Lee, the lead singer of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Rush, autobiography. The first part is about the history of his family. His mother and father, both ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Legalism Exposed Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 6, 2024

This exposition of Romans 4:13-16 addresses the problem of trying to attain righteousness through good works. The law was given to expose our sinfulness and lead us to Christ for salvation. The deception of legalism is a problem that must be addressed.

Intro Our text today is Romans 4:13-16: “It was not through the law that Abraham and his offspring received the promise that he would be heir of the world, but through the righteousness that comes by faith. 14 For if those who depend on the law are heirs, faith means nothing and the promise is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25, Genesis 17:1-14, Romans 11:1-6, Galatians 4:1-9, Romans 8:9-39, Jude 1:4, Romans 3:20-23, 2 Corinthians 5:9, Ephesians 2:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Shaping Up For God Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 6, 2005

This sermon will help you condition your heart to live a victorious life for God.

Shaping Up for God! Joshua 5 What kind of shape are you in? We use the phrase “in shape” to refer to a person’s physical condition. When a person improves their physical condition we will say they are shaping up. Near the end of every summer, football ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Urim And Thummim (Ezra # 2) Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 10, 2005

a study of Urim and Thummim from Scripture and applying it us today.

Title: Urim and Thummim (Ezra #2) Text: Ezra 2:59-63 www.pastorlarry.net 1. The book of Ezra basically tells the story of one of the most important events in all of Jewish history… The return of the people of God living in exile in Babylon captivity… This return has 2 stages, it started under ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:59-63

Denomination: Nazarene