Sermons on Civil Discourse:

Today—the Law Or Not

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 4, 2008

As N.T. Christians, are we still under the O.T. Law? This message examines that topic.

TODAY—THE LAW OR NOT 2 Chronicles 34:18-21 INTRO: We hear a lot of discussion today as to whether we are still under the law of Moses. We have some people who say that we are still under the Law, while others say we are no longer under the Law because Christ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

We Must Protect Innocent Human Life

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2008

The call of Christ and St. Paul to serve the poor and powerless is most pronounced in the matter of protecting human life from conception to natural death.

November 3, 2008 St. Martin de Porres How shall we serve the poor? How shall we balance off attention to our own interests, as well as the interests of others? How shall we give a feast and invite the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind–in short, the marginalized and powerless who have not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

Nehemiah Served God With Proper Motivation

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Nov 27, 2011

Nehemiah served God’s purpose in his own generation.

NEHEMIAH SERVED GOD WITH PROPER MOTIVATION Introduction: The use of the first person identifies the author as Nehemiah, the governor of the Persian province of Judah (1:1—2:20; 13:4-31). His name means "Yahweh has comforted."The purpose of God was that His people should return to His ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

Apostasy & Apostate-Bishops In Churches

Contributed by Aham Igbokwe on Jun 17, 2015

Shouldn’t marriages that are contrary to sound biblical doctrines be rightly, albeit be legally, kept away from the church just as men wittingly keeps out of the ladies in public places and vice versa.

Evil is not yet unmasked and fully revealed nevertheless it seems evil is being emboldened daily in the West and aimed to contain the church of Christ and to censor pure Biblical doctrines. Indeed, it is alas! These wanton affronts on the Church and on pure Biblical doctrines is akin to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2

Denomination: Apostolic

Freely Must You Give Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 5, 2013

Like St. Benedict, we must live simply if we are to successfully share the gospel of Jesus.

The great saints, like St. Benedict whom we celebrate today, bear witness that the words of today’s Gospel are not just for the first century. They are timeless instructions on our work of evangelism. Those who spread the good news are doing so as Jesus did. The effectiveness of the Church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:7-15

Denomination: Catholic

What God Wants

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 29, 2014

God wants us to do justice, love kindness, and walk in humility.

What God Wants October 26, 2014 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God wants us to do justice, love kindness, and walk in humility. Focus Passage: Micah 6:6-8 Introduction: Some of the most dreaded words from any parent: “Find something to do or ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 4, 2017

Getting and giving forgiveness is critical to a Christian’s spiritual health.

Forgiveness October 1, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Getting and giving forgiveness is critical to a Christian’s spiritual health. Focus Passage: Psalm 32:1-11 Introduction: Forgiveness: give up resentment of or claim to requital; 2 :to cease ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Revivals Under Deborah And Gideon Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 26, 2021

What can we learn from a revival led by a woman of strong faith? How did Gideon’s leadership reveal that it is God who gives the victory?

What can we learn from a revival led by a woman of strong faith? How did Gideon’s leadership reveal that it is God who gives the victory? Deborah is the main character in this revival, simply because Barak would not engage the enemy without her. The story starts off with a familiar theme: Israel ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Does Present Location Or Situation Matter?

Contributed by Paul Richard on Jun 14, 2022

Out of the dunghill comes upliftment 1 Samuel 2:8.

There is general perception that good successes can only come out of civilization. Today, many people are ensnared in it and tend to move from one location to another in consideration of their present circumstances. Sharp drift from poor regions to developed worlds is glaringly predominant which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Witness Equals Martyr

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 23, 2022

When he opened his mouth, it was a powerful word that came forth. At the end of his speech, they had two choices.

Monday of 3rd week of Easter I’d like to think that preaching has come a ways since the days of Stephen. If you read the rest of this chapter of Acts, you get the impression that Stephen had some kind of martyr complex. Remember that the word martyr in Greek means witness. He was so on-fire with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Catholic

Greater Love Than This No Man Has Series

Contributed by Donald Pinkleton on May 12, 2022

[ Intro music: "Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming"] I KNOW WHAT YOU’RE THINKING: DON HAS FINALLY LOST IT. HE STARTS OUT OUR MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE WITH A CHRISTMAS HYMN – WHAT WAS HE THINKING? ACTUALLY, I WAS THINKING ABOUT REMEMBRANCE.

THIS SUNDAY, I WANTED TO TAKE A DIFFERENT LOOK AT MEMORIAL DAY. I WANTED TO REMEMBER THE WHOLE SALVATION STORY: FROM JESUS’ BIRTH & LIFE, TO HIS DEATH AND RESURRECTION, AND HOW THAT ALL TIES IN TO THIS MEMORIAL DAY. WE THINK OF EVENTS AS ISOLATED DATES ON THE CALENDAR – CHRISTMAS, HOLY WEEK, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Paul's Intention For Romans Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 22, 2022

Intention of Paul is revealed in this passage. Paul had higher vision in his prayer for the believers, even whom he never met. Paul a great missionary and visionary lays down foundations for prayer.

Romans 1:8-15 Intention of Paul Paul was a man of Prayer (Romans 1:8-10): He says that he thanked God for the faith and spiritual life of the believers in Rome. We have the customs of praying for the needs of believers, friends and even strangers. But it is equally significant to praise God for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Role Of Government Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Oct 27, 2022

A great government gives everyone the conditions, opportunities and the tools to have a flourishing life. Miroslav Volf

1 Timothy 2 The Role of Government October 30, 2022 1 Timothy 2:1-3 NIV “I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 3 This is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-3, 1 Peter 2:13-14, Proverbs 11:10-11, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Abiding In The True Vine"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 16, 2010

The true branch abides in the Vine. There are 'Judas branches' who only attach themselves for a time.

“I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2 “Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit. 3 “You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken to you. 4 ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Orthodox

On The Mountain

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Sep 20, 2010

We don’t live on the mountaintop - we live in the valley of the ordinary presence of Jesus

On the Mountain TCF Sermon September 19, 2010 If you have your Bibles, open with me to Luke chapter 9, beginning with vs 18: Luke 9:18-36 (NIV) Once when Jesus was praying in private and his disciples were with him, he asked them, "Who do the crowds say I am?" They replied, "Some say John the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational