Sermons on Civilization:

The Answer

Contributed by Ron Callen on Mar 3, 2007

What can we learn from the maniac of Gadara? We can learn about the depth of sin, the destination of all those involved in sin and we can learn of the Deliverer.

The Answer The world has got some problems. OK, the world has got a lot of problems. Many men and women today seem to feel that they have the answer to those problems. One political party blames another political party. This country blames that country. In all the years since the Civil ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-35

Denomination: Baptist

National Day Of Prayer

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Jun 23, 2004

Speech / Prayer delivered in Augusta Maine at the National Day of Prayer

You know the Bible teaches that in the last days before Christ’s return our world would go topsy-turvy and become perilous. Well, I think that’s a perfect description of the time in which we are now living. - It is during times like these that we need an anchor. - It is in time and days like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Message: To The Good Old U.s.a.

Contributed by Roy Wade, Sr. on Aug 3, 2003

There is no such thing as "National Security" without the God of the universe!

Introduction Of The Text: Today, this is a message to our country, “the good old U.S.A.” The “home of the brave,” the “land of the free.” Where opportunity is available to just about any and everybody! Now, let me set the record straight, I love this country. I would not want to live ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Our Relationship To Government Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 2:13-17

Text: 1 Peter 2:13-17 Title: Our Relationship to Government Date/Place: LSCC, 9/18/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: Not Raising Hogs – illustrations file B. Background to passage: This is the passage that begins what is termed as “a household code.” They were common among early ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Requires Us To Take Care Of Israel! Series

Contributed by Michael Trigg on Oct 15, 2006

For us the big question is, ‘Are we ready for the return of Christ?’ Jesus warns us to be ready for His return at any time.

God requires us to take care of Israel! ZECHARIAH 6:1 – 8 INTRODUCTION. Four chariots coming down from between two mountains of bronze. The eighth and final vision. We have a wonderful pledge of love from God towards His people here. Despite all that the people of Israel had done in disobeying ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Word Made Flesh Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 13, 2004

Jesus, the Word, became like one of us to redeem us from our sin.

Jesus: The Word Becomes Flesh Text: John 1:14 Introduction A. Read John 1:14 B. A few weeks ago Newsweek magazine conducted a poll asking questions about Christ and his birth. Here are some of the results: 1. 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate. 2. 24% - ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus: The Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 18, 2004

Jesus is the Lamb of God who died in our place.

Jesus: The Word Becomes Flesh Text: John 1:14 Introduction A. Read John 1:14 B. A few weeks ago Newsweek magazine conducted a poll asking questions about Christ and his birth. Here are some of the results: 1. 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate. 2. 24% - ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Methodist

I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Nov 26, 2007

Learn the story behind the writing of the famous carol and the points of application from the message of the carol

Everyone loves the Christmas carols! Today I am starting a series of messages based on the stories behind the writing of the carols, and the message in the carols themselves. Take your hymnal and turn to hymn 98. The first carol we shall study is “I heard the bells on Christmas Day”. Look down ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

In Search Of A Conscience Series

Contributed by Andy Stanley on May 7, 2010

When the prosperous no longer recognize the source of their prosperity, they become ungrateful. And their ingratitude eventually evolves into greed.

Idea: When the prosperous no longer recognize the source of their prosperity, they become ungrateful. And their ingratitude eventually evolves into greed. By eliminating God from our national conversation, we eliminate our ability to publically recognize the source of our prosperity. This ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace And Our Position Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Mar 23, 2011

Each of us stands guilty before God, but the grace of forgiveness is available to all who ask.

Grace And Our Position Romans 3:9-22 I. The Sinfulness of All People A. Having established the sinfulness of Jews and Gentiles, Paul now uses Old Testament scripture to prove his conclusions. 1. The Gentiles were considered “uncircumcised dogs” by the Jews. 2. Many Jews thought they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian's Perspective On Voting

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Oct 29, 2010

This sermon gives biblical principles for Christian's in voting

A Christian’s Perspective on Voting Prov 14:34 & Prov 29:2 Introduction Well, Election Day is upon us and there are some things that are worth remembering when it comes to voting This Tuesday, Nov 2, is Election Day and it has been termed by some as one of the most important election days ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:2

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Merciful

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 21, 2009

A sermon on forgiveness taken from blessed are the merciful and blessed are the peacemakers.(Taken from John Baker’s Book, Life’s Healing Choices on Choice #6)

Evening Service for 4/19/2009 (Mat 5:7) Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. (Mat 5:9 NIV) Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. Introduction: One Sunday morning during announcements, the preacher said, “I need to make a correction to an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A True Memorial Day

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 17, 2009

How the Declaration of Independence holds solid biblical truths and how they affect our nation.

HOW TO MAKE THIS A TRUE MEMORIAL DAY BY DR. JERRY FALWELL A. THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE 1. I am going to begin by reading from the Declaration of Independence because it has some solid biblical truth I want you to hear. “We hold these truths to be self-evident: That all men are created ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Baptist

The Content Of Christian Character

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Jan 3, 2013

A study of a Christian’s Character through the story of Daniel in the Lion’s Den

INTRODUCTION: The story of Daniel in the Lion’s Den is one of the most familiar in the Bible. Many of us can recall sitting around that little table in the Children’s Department of the Sunday School…somewhere…listening as our Teacher told about a brave young man who would not disobey God, even if ...read more

Denomination: Friends

Cry Me A River Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 6, 2010

First of a three part series on the church discipline chapter of 1 Cor 5

Text: 1 Cor 5:1-5, Title: Cry Me A River, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/5/10, AM A. Opening illustration: Erika’s reaction to my engagement proposal – unexpected—laughter? B. Background to passage: However surprising it may seem in our more cerebral age, Paul appears more ready to tolerate “a mixed church” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist