Sermons on Collective Responsibility:

The Primacy Of Love Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 29, 2012

This paragraph again describes the Christian's responsibility toward all men. Our relationship to others can be summarized in one word, namely Love. Love one another is the basic principle of the Christian life.

ROMANS 13: 8-10 [CHRISTIAN RELATING SERIES] THE PRIMACY OF LOVE The previous paragraph dealt with God-invested authority to government, the submission to rulers, the payment of taxes, and respect for those in public office. Having spoken about the Christian obligation to the state, Paul turns ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

What To Say When The Time Is Right Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 6, 2011

THE PASSAGE BEFORE US TODAY IS THE SECOND SERMON OF PETER IN THE BOOK OF ACTS, WITH THE FIRST TAKING PLACE A PENTECOST IN RESPONSE TO THE CROWD THAT HEARD THE NOISE OF THE COMING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. THIS SERMON IS PROMPTED BY THE REACTION OF THE CROWD TO

WHAT TO SAY WHEN THE TIME IS RIGHT Acts 3:11-26 While the beggar held on to Peter and John, all the people were astonished and came running to them in the place called Solomon’s Colonnade. 12 When Peter saw this, he said to them: "Men of Israel, why does this surprise you? Why do you stare at us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: God's Priceless Gift!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 19, 2007

A short talk given to 480 school children plus their parents most of whom are not yet Christians but love Christmas. A challenging message to give ourselves to God in response to his priceless gift to us.

I had an email from my friend Frederic in Rwanda yesterday. He was telling me that the children at his Church will be gathering with their parents at 2 pm on Christmas Eve for singing, dancing, and drama. There won’t be any food on offer as the Church is not able to feed such a large number. When ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Anglican

Pray For Our Nation

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 3, 2007

God promises to bless the land when we humble ourselves, pray and seek His face, and turn from our sins. This is our responsibility, to pray for God’s blessing for our nation.

The first few chapters of 2 Chronicles record the building of the Temple of God, under King Solomon. • The Temple was completed and Solomon dedicated it to the Lord, in chapter 6. • He knelt down before God’s people, spread his hands out toward heaven, and said a long prayer – a prayer for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Strong - How To Win Over Temptation Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 9, 2010

Be realistic (being honest about it), responsible (understand you have the power to choose right), ready (be on your guard), and refocused on the goodness of God, and we will find the strength to overcome temptation.

Today I want to talk about man’s oldest problem – temptation; it goes back all the way to Adam. • We all face it. Even when you know what is right to do, it is difficult to say “No.” • Oscar Wilde once said, “I can withstand anything except temptation.” • People say the only way to get rid of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Men Of Militant Mercy

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 15, 2009

In response to the Million Man March and Promise Keeper’s rallies. God’s men need to step up and mentor children, take chances on the helpless, build practical structures, and become evangelistic.

The image remains strong and vibrant in my mind, after all these years: the image of my father, marching. Y’left, y’right, y’left. One-two-three-four. Marching. No, my dad was not in the army; he wasn’t even a veteran, having been born a little too early for the First World War and a little too ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Hey! We Are Baptized Into Something?

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Jan 9, 2009

Paul connects a response to an opponent’s longing to cheapen Grace with how far God was willing to go (BAPTISM) to show us how much he wants to free us from sin.

Romans 6:1-11 There are a number of responses to God’s Word that I simply do not understand. Some people for example, feel they can live their lives as recipients of God’s Grace without ever spending quality time in God’s Word. There are others who seek out what I like to call cheap Grace. Cheap ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

In Christ - You Can Be Gentle Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2018

In a world full of irritations Paul calls us to a response of gentleness. This gentleness comes because “The Lord is Near” – he has the future sorted and He walks with us moment by moment to that future.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/in-christ-you-can/ Message Matthew 21:1-11 Philippians 4:5 In Christ - You can be Gentle. Gentle. Gentle. You find yourself saying that a lot as a parent. Your younger one is patting a kitten. Or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Noble Task Of Leadership Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 22, 2018

Jesus has given leaders to the church who are called to a lead through their Christian character and example; it is not a calling that all desire because it comes with great responsibility. It is also a calling that requires great respect.

Message “The Noble Task of Leadership” 1 Timothy 3:1 Why do politicians get such a rough stick when it comes to their leadership? I don’t want you to answer out loud but I suspect, if we were to share our thoughts and answers, there would be many reasons … and a few of us might even start getting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1, 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Winning The Lost

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 14, 2018

We have a responsibility as a believer to share our faith and experiences of God. We are to be disciples to those we live around, work around and have relations with. We are to be the light to a darkened world.

Winning the Lost Jude Scripture Introduction- Good Morning, I want to speak to you about winning the lost to Christ – You know that is for each one of our responsibility of those who profess Christ. It is not for the elite, those chosen few, those that have no trouble speaking, those that have ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-25

Denomination: Nazarene

5 Ways To Bless Your Children! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 22, 2018

The position of fatherhood comes with a grave responsibility from God and with the gift of fatherhood also comes the power to shape, guide and transform the lives of their children for success, for purpose and for the fulfillment of their children’s divine destiny.

How to Bless your Children! Question: How many here want to bless your children? Your Grandchildren – your spiritual children? Main Scripture Text: Proverbs 20:7: “The righteous lead blameless lives; blessed are their children after them.” (NIV) New Living Translation The godly walk with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:7, Proverbs 18:21, Numbers 6:24-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What More Shall I Want?

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018

An Adaptation of the 23rd Psalm: This message serves as a reminder that we are sheep and it is our responsibility to follow the shepherd in every aspect of our journey even when the road becomes rough in our lives.

Introduction Psalm 23:1 The LORD is my shepherd… This morning I want to break this first verse up so that we can get a better grasp as to what the Psalmist David was saying. The passage starts with The LORD – The first thing to note is the source of David’s comfort. It is ‘The LORD’ who is his ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11, Hebrews 5:12-14, Romans 8:29, Psalm 37:23-25, Revelation 21:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Choosing A Church Based On The Preacher

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 16, 2022

What criteria should a layperson use to determine which church to attend? It is vital for preachers and bishops to understand the concept. Preachers have the responsibility to present the Bible accurately and to encourage the people to follow it.

Choosing a Church Based on the Preacher John 4:43-54? Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz ?43 After athe two days He went forth from there into Galilee. 44 For Jesus Himself testified ?that aa prophet has no honor in his own country. 45 So when He came to Galilee, the Galileans ?received Him, ahaving seen ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: United Methodist

Destiny Of All Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 24, 2021

Life on earth seems to be useless, full of vanity. There is an apparent confusion, deception in understanding the work of God. Preacher tells the uncertainties of this life and the certainty of death, so enjoy the life. Enjoyment interweaved with responsibilities.

Theme: Destiny of All Text: Ecclesiastes 9:1-10 Greetings: My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet you all in the name of our Lord saviour Jesus Christ. The Lord is good, and his love endures forever. We learned under the themes: the purpose of creation of human life; the purpose of the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Casey

Contributed by Michael Mays on Aug 27, 2021

While serving at a church in middle Tennessee, I was emailed out of the blue by a young woman names Casey (named change for privacy), who was looking for answers. This sermon is a restructuring of my response to her.

Casey Introduction--Casey’s Story (Saturday, September 28): ?“Hello. My name is Casey. Let me start by letting you know a little about myself as far as religious belief. Growing up I was raised to believe that God and Jesus were our saviors. I went to a Baptist church and was even baptized. As I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-14, John 14:15-17, Ephesians 2:8-10, Isaiah 64:6, Jeremiah 29:11-13, Mark 10:17-22, Matthew 10:34-39, Revelation 3:20, James 4:3-5  (view more)  (view less)