Sermons on Civil Compliance:

The Law And The Christian Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

Christians have recognized what observant men of all ages have noticed, and that is, that law that is a respecter of persons is an instrument of evil, whereas, law that treats all men equally is an instrument for justice.

An angry group of citizens shouted at their small town mayor-"Every city car that passes through here breaks the law by breaking the speed limit. You've got to do something about it, and do it fast." "Don't you worry," said the mayor with confidence. "I'll ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Jesus On Trial: The Sentence Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2016

This messages examines the claim of Jesus to be the Son of God that resulted in the sentence of death.

Scripture Five years ago I began what I planned to be a seven-year series of messages. It is based on the book by James Montgomery Boice and Philip Graham Ryken that is titled, Jesus on Trial. My goal is to teach on seven important aspects of the trial of Jesus Christ: the diabolical conspiracy to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stay Awhile Series

Contributed by David Ward on Oct 31, 2015

From Paul's experience in Corinth, we find 3 keys to persevering through discouragement.

INTRO: Have you ever felt discouragement in your life as a Christ follower? If you’ve known him for any length of time, like a distance runner, I’ll bet you’ve “hit a wall” of discouragement. You think, “this is never going to work,” or “how long can ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"you Can Forgive The Past"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 25, 2020

Only as we live under the banner of Jesus can racial prejudice disappear. I have copied notes about Rev. Martin Luther King Senior from a sermon by Ray Pritchard. (June 2020) I have included "Steps for Forgiveness" from "Seventy Times Seven" by Robert Hoyer

In Jesus Holy Name June 28, 2020 Text: Colossians 3:12-14 Pentecost IV - Redeemer “You Can Forgive The Past” The Declaration of Independence declares that all men are created equal. It was and remains the American dream. We all know it has been applied inconsistently, but ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14, Ephesians 2:14

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Liberty Still Matters

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 26, 2021

Martin Luther King Jr marching in the streets, arm in arm, standing for liberty.

Martin Luther King Jr marching in the streets, arm in arm, standing for liberty. King Leonidas of Sparta, standing arm in arm with Spartans, and Greeks, standing for liberty The alliance of nations at Waterloo standing with muskets, against Napoleon, the dictator, for liberty Socrates standing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:16, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 21, 2020

Examining God's Word in light of the Coronavirus, and finding hope, peace, security, and comfort therein.

A Mighty Fortress is our God Text: Psalm 91:1-16 Well, I have to say, that I was going to have us go back to John’s Gospel this morning, but a lot has happened since last Sunday. You all know about the Coronavirus that’s sweeping across the world, that’s why our numbers are down this morning, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faithfulness In A Parallel World Part 1 Made In His Image.

Contributed by Jack Martin on Apr 27, 2020

This series is intended to show the existence of 2 seperate worlds at the same time. One that honors God and one that supports Satan.

Last week we journeyed together in part one of our Faithfulness in a parallel word series – The subject was Faithful in our giving. This morning we will explore Made in God’s Image, faithful to his plan. No other institution in the 20th century has under gone ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sixth Church Anniversary-River Of Life Church

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 3, 2022

This sermon is for a church's sixth anniversary, pastor appreciation, and recognition of special guest.

Sixth Anniversary Banquet 10/29/2022 Ephesians 3:20-21 1 Corinthians 12:12-21 We are here to celebrate the sixth anniversary of the River Of Life Church International, to celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month, and to recognize how God has used various members of the Body of Christ to help ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21, 1 Corinthians 12:12-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Do You Know?

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 25, 2023

It doesn’t matter how much you care if you aren’t teaching your people what they need to know.

Education is a hot topic around the country this year. It’s no longer about testing and accountability, but about curriculum itself. Although there’s an additional level of complication with the disagreement over why different groups have different outcomes. We no longer know, if we ever did, what ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beyond A Reasonable Doubt

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 19, 2023

At first the disciples doubted. But when faced with the evidence, they weighed it, tested it, and then acted upon it. Their verdict has stood the test of time. And the grounds on which they stood are the same grounds upon which we can stand.

Why do you suppose is it that, faced with the same data, some people interpret it one way and some people interpret it another? You have only to look at the George Floyd riots – and the other ones later that year - to know that. Not even exhaustive investigations convince people whose minds are ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beyond Silver Cages

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

God still speaks within every culture’s understanding, restoring forgotten truth and inviting each generation to move from knowledge to personal encounter.

(THE GOD WHO SPEAKS OUR LANGUAGE) Opening Scene — Susa, Iran The ruins of the ancient palace lay scattered across the valley floor at Susa — low mounds of sunbaked earth and broken brick, the faint tracing of walls and courtyards that once belonged to Darius’s royal residence. You could still ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:47, Daniel 6:26, Romans 1:19-20, Acts 17:23-28, John 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God Speaks My Language

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

God continually reveals Himself within the cultural, intellectual, and spiritual framework of the people He seeks to redeem.

(A Reflective Message) --- Opening Scene — Susa, Iran The ruins of the ancient palace lay scattered across the valley floor at Susa — low mounds of sunbaked earth and broken brick, the faint tracing of walls and courtyards that once belonged to Darius’s royal residence. You could still see ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:47, Daniel 6:26, Romans 1:19-20, Acts 17:23-28, John 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Why Jesus Taught That It Was Ok To Disagree As Long As One Was Not Disagreeable In Manner

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

There are times when everyone must learn how to be politely disagree.

There are times when everyone must learn how to be politely disagree. A person who agrees just to avoid conflicts is a coward. Jesus showed the disciples how to disagree without being so disagreeable in disposition that people would be turned off to the messenger. One day the Jews accused Jesus of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Authority Doesn't Matter Series

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Oct 1, 2001

A look at the 5th commandment

Honor means TO MAKE HEAVY -As children we OBEY Ephesians 6:1 Colossians 3:20 -As adolescents we RESPECT Lev. 19:3 Proverbs 20:20 -As adults we APPRECIATE & CARE 1 Tim. 5:4 John 19:26,27 Honor goes BOTH WAYS -Parents should be HONOR - WORTHY Dt. 6:6,7 Dt. 4:9 Dt. 21:18-21 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Holiness

Building An Altar Of Worship Series

Contributed by Stuart Blount on Aug 10, 2005

God is looking for a people who will build an altar of worship. It is that concept that some captured my attention. In particular the place that the altar plays in Old Testament worship, and it’s accompanying challenge to you and I.

Egypt is synonymous of our world and it’s accompanying bondage. God’s desire for Israel was that they would be free from Egypt to worship him without constrain, that’s the story of Exodus. The first 2 commandments – EXODUS 20:1-6 Worship is that central affirmation of God in our lives, above ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:7-12, Exodus 3:7-17

Denomination: Pentecostal