Sermons on Cloth Dyed In Purple:

Hell Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 13, 2009

What does the Bible say about hell?

THE BIBLE’S DESCRIPTION OF HELL Biblical words translated “hell”: • SHEOL (Hebrew)/HADES (Greek) – the place of the unrighteous between death and judgment. • GEHENNA – the final place of the unrighteous after judgment. The Greek word Gehenna derives its name from a deep ravine south of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Rejected! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 27, 2017

Jesus was not just left behind, but hatefully rejected for our good.

Rejected! (Mark 15:1-20) 1. UPI article: “An Indiana man enlisted the help of the American Civil Liberties Union to help win his fight against the state for a custom license plate reading, "ATHE1ST." “Chris Bontrager said a letter from the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles did not cite a specific ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In God's Hands

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 25, 2013

God assures Jeremiah and all of his people that “God knows the plans he has for us.”

Jeremiah 29:1, 4-14 “In God’s Hands” INTRODUCTION While serving a congregation in Appleton, Wisconsin, Faye and I decided to dine out one Sunday evening. We went to a popular Italian restaurant, Vittorio’s, which is owned by a Latino family—go figure. Most of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Master Of Surprises

Contributed by Isaac Magsino on Oct 6, 2020

Many people express surprise that God would include a HARLOT in the bloodline of Jesus – but if you think about it, you can see that the bible is really ONE LONG RECORD OF GOD-SURPRISES.

THE MASTER OF SURPRISES (story of Rahab) Text: Selected September 20, 2020 Intro: Hebrews 12:1 International Children’s Bible (ICB) 12 So we have many people of faith around us. Their lives tell us what faith means. So let us run the race that is before us and never give up. We should remove from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul The Church Planter

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Mar 28, 2023

The Apostle Paul is probably the greatest church planter in the history of the church. What can we learn from him, and how should we implement it into our modern times?

It is estimated that the Apostle Paul traveled a total of 17,285 miles! It is the equivalent of going from Jerusalem to San Francisco and then back to New York City. During his three missionary journeys alone, Paul covered some 8,000 miles by land and sea. Paul was a preacher. His passion was to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit-Filled Worker Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

A Spirit-filled worker stands out in character, creativity, competence, and calling.

THE SPIRIT-FILLED WORKER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 31:1-6 Supporting Texts: Acts 6:3, Ephesians 5:18, Colossians 3:23-24, Galatians 5:22-23 INTRODUCTION: In today’s world, where excellence, productivity, and integrity are highly sought after in every field of labour, the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dangers Of Success Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 28, 2025

Success without humility and vigilance can easily become a trap that leads to downfall.

THE DANGERS OF SUCCESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 8 Judges 8:22–27 (KJV) 22 Then the men of Israel said unto Gideon, Rule thou over us, both thou, and thy son, and thy son’s son also: for thou hast delivered us from the hand of Midian. 23 And Gideon said unto them, I will not rule ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Getting To Know God – Immanuel – God With Us Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

A Study of the Names of God – Immanuel – God With Us. Looking at the wonderful nature of his gift at Christmas.

Getting to Know God – Immanuel – God With Us I hope that you all had a wonderful Christmas. It is a great time of year isn’t it. Time that we can spend with family and friends. Deanna and I had a great time in Brisbane, catching up with old friends and with our families. We enjoyed some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

Put On What? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 6, 2002

A sermon on Isaiah 3 about the important things to put on.

Sermon for 5/5/2002 Isaiah 3:16 Introduction: James Gibbons- Worldly Womanhood She has her hair put up in tiers, And from her ears hang chandeliers; Her lips are painted red as blood- All badges of her "womanhood." She drapes herself in clothing tight, A sexy object to the sight; All bright, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 3:16-24, 1 Peter 3:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Subjective Salvation: How Do We Make The Work Of Christ Ours? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 12, 2004

If we are to understand how salvation can be applied to us, we must grasp the idea of IMPUTED RIGHTEOUSNESS. Four concepts will help us to understand its nature.

Subjective Salvation: How Do We Make The Work of Christ Ours? (Romans 3:21-24, 27-31) Note: for 3:24-26, see my next sermon in my Romans series, "Celebrating the Victory, But What Was the Battle? based entirely upon Romans 3:24-26) 1.I love to read Perry Mason mysteries...and the TV shows. He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Faith Requires: Belief Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 1, 2020

Christians are called to live a life of faith. When we have faith in Jesus Christ we are saying that we trust Him, that our life belongs to Him, and that we may not know what lies ahead, but we know that He is there.

WHAT FAITH REQUIRES: BELIEF Mark 5:21-43 Introduction Christians are called to live a life of faith. When we have faith in Jesus Christ we are saying that we trust Him, that our life belongs to Him, and that we may not know what lies ahead, but we know that He is there. As we journey through ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Case For God's Grace

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Mar 3, 2020

What is the grace of God, and is it relevant today? Can a case for God's grace be made today? If so, what is the evidence for God's grace in modern society?

THE CASE FOR GOD'S GRACE What is the grace of God, and is it relevant today? Can a case for God's grace be made today? If so, what is the evidence for God's grace in modern society? I EVIDENCE THROUGH THE DEFINITION OF GOD'S GRACE: God's grace is a gift to us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Offended By Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 10, 2019

Are we offended by Jesus at Christmas time? If he walked the earth today would we be offended by him? Let’s examine the real Jesus and being offended at Jesus in Matthew 11:2-11.

Are we offended by Jesus at Christmas time? If he walked the earth today would we be offended by him? Let’s examine the real Jesus and being offended at Jesus in Matthew 11:2-11. Are You the One? Matthew 11:2-3 And when John had heard in prison about the works of Christ, he sent two of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Be Transformed

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 31, 2014

What is the most necessary thing if you are going to DISCIPLE Christians?

BE TRANSFORMED TEXT: Romans 12:1-2 Today I am preaching from a text that I have used before. But I am preaching a message, coming from an angle… from which I have never looked at this passage before. In fact, it started out to be one sermon, but as I worked on it, as the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Christmas Gift

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Jan 7, 2015

Jesus Christ is a perfect Christmas gift from God to mankind

THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT INTRODUCTION: Choosing a gift for the loved ones for the Christmas is a difficult task. Once the gift is selected, it is carefully wrapped with decorated paper and ribbons. Whatever we do, our gifts to others can never turn out perfect. Our gifts may not be liked by the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible