Sermons on Commonness:

An Outline Of Acts 23

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 17, 2024

This chapter begins with Paul before the Sanhedrin, or Council, and his attempt to make a defense before them. One thing led to another and the chapter closes with Paul in Caesarea, kept in custody, by Felix, the governor.

Introduction: This chapter has three specific episodes in Paul's time at Jerusalem. First, he's going to address the "council" or Sanhedrin. Then, some enemies of Paul made a plan to eat or drink nothing until they had killed Paul. When Paul's nephew found out about this, he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Have That God Can Use? Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 17, 2022

Looking at the story of David and Goliath. How to defeat giants and receiving a miracle.

Title: What do you have that God can use? Theme: Text: 1 Samuel 17:31 - 40 1 Samuel 17:31-40 Now when the words which David spoke were heard, they reported them to Saul; and he sent for him. (32) Then David said to Saul, "Let no man's heart fail because of him; your servant will go ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:31-40, Exodus 4:1-5, 2 Kings 4:1-7, Acts 3:1-10, 1 Kings 17:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Let's Talk About Love, # 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Bowman on Jul 26, 2022

The main focus of this sermon is on loving your enemies. Can we do it? Yes we can if we understand the nature of divine love (agape).

LET’S TALK ABOUT LOVE, Part 2 Warsaw Christian Church, (1/18/09) Richard M. Bowman, Pastor Text: 1 John 4:7-12 7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

He Is Our Peace: A Sermon For The Second Sunday Of Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 27, 2021

How do we wage peace?

He is Our Peace: A Sermon for the Second Sunday in Advent. Ephesians 2:14 We now come to the Second Sunday in Advent. The Christian theme for this Sunday is peace. It is a time in which we reflect on what peace is and how it relates to the Christian life. So let us examine what peace is in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14, Ephesians 3:11-13, Hebrews 7:1-2, Genesis 14:17-20, Psalm 110:4, Romans 5:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Comfort And Communion Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Aug 20, 2023

A communion sermon based on Isaiah 40 and 53 (#30 in 66in52: A One Year Journey Through the Bible)

Good morning! I invite you to turn in your Bibles to Isaiah 40. How many of you know what I am talking about when I say “comfort food?” Is there a dish or food that comes to mind? Usually when I think of comfort food, I’m really thinking about binge food—like a carton of Ben and Jerry’s ice ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing The Shepherds Voice Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jul 13, 2023

When we get to know Jesus, we can trust Him that wherever He is leading us is good and for our good. And so we want to put ourselves in the place of hearing His voice.

Last week, we spoke about, "The Peace of Jesus, the valuable gift of Peace". Most importantly, he asked what the source of our peace and its quality is. I think this will be a good juncture to ponder on that point “the source and quality of our Peace” while reflecting on our lives and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If Christ Had Not Come

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 28, 2022

If Christ Had Not Come Then... (Outline and seed thought adapted from a book by Leslie Flynn called, "Christmas Messages,", chapter by the same title)

HoHum: Love the movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all- and it’s Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashbacks. As George is about to jump from the bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence ...read more

Scripture: John 15:22-25, Romans 3:25-26, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Ecclesiastes 1:9, 1 Peter 2:21, Hebrews 2:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Out Of Control (Father’s Day 2010)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 24, 2022

Today, we are going to talk about demonic forces and deliverance from those forces.

OUT OF CONTROL Text: Luke 8:26 – 39 Today is Father’s Day. Probably one of the most common texts that is used for Father’s Day is Luke 15 in the parable of the prodigal son. Although today’s text is a miracle story about a man with many demons we can still address Father’s Day. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Vote?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 15, 2022

Why Vote? 5 reasons (Adapted from Debbie Wuthnow at: https://ivoterguide.com/news/why-vote)

HoHum: There was a cartoon where 2 men were sitting on a park bench, neither one is saying anything for several frames. The one man lets out a sigh. The other guy gets up and mutters, “Well, if you’re going to talk politics, I’m out’a here!” Not talking politics but the opportunity to vote. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4, Matthew 25:21, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Proverbs 24:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Call Of A Disciple (Luke, Part 4) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 13, 2022

It’s critical that we see ourselves and the calling of the disciples was NO different than ours. If we will not share what we know, are we any different than the religious pharisees?

Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for several reasons -- We can clearly see Luke’s genuine interest in people (career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how Jesus interacts with society; critical lesson for us - Last week, we unpacked the temptations of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Luke 5:27-32, Luke 9:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gaining Victory Over Worry Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 16, 2022

Few among us are not prone to anxiety and worry. Some allow worry and anxiety to dominate their lives. Thankfully, believers do not have to live in worry. Peace and assurance are available in Christ.

Gaining Victory over Worry Matthew 6: 25-34 We have read a portion of Scripture to which we can all relate. I am sure that some of us are worse than others, but we all have occasions in life when we worry. I know that I am guilty of worrying needlessly many times. We may not like to consider it, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel's Vision Of The Ram, The Goat, And The Little Horn Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 22, 2022

What we will see in this chapter is a clear picture of ruler's denying the Lord and trampling people underfoot, both believers and unbelievers.

Tonight we enter into chapter 8 in the book of Daniel. At this point in history, Israel had lost everything and were exiled into Babylon. God knew that His people needed some kind of encouragement. So, from this point on, chapters 8 through 12, the Scripture was originally written in Hebrew. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 8:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Because He Lives Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 12, 2023

The Resurrection of Jesus has happened. Jesus is alive, and as the words of the old song says: Because He lives, I can face tomorrow; Because He lives, all fear is gone; Because I know He holds the future, And life is worth the living just because He lives.

BECAUSE HE LIVES Last week we celebrated Easter, the death and resurrection of Jesus our Lord and Saviour. We also shared the joy of seeing a baptism. With both of those in mind tonight, I want to affirm the great truth of 1 John chapter 5 verses 11-12 For context listen to 1 John 5:6-12 Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:6-12, John 11:25-26, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, John 10:10, Ephesians 2:1, John 5:24, 1 John 5:13, Mark 2:5, John 3:18, Proverbs 24:11-12, 2 Timothy 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seeking, Yet Questioning Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 1, 2023

We look at another reaction to Jesus’ claims from the Jewish crowds. The Jewish crowds had four false beliefs about Jesus. These beliefs are still prevalent in today’s society.

Last time we looked at how to overcome any mocking or unbelief when it comes to us being Christians. We looked specifically at the response of Jesus’ half-brothers. Tonight we look at another reaction to Jesus’ claims from the Jewish crowds. The Jewish crowds had four false beliefs about Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 7:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Manoah And His Wife Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 6, 2022

Heavenly beings brought revelations to individuals, but the prophets were the media of revelation to nations. The wife of Manoah of Zorah was greatly honored in that she experienced a pre-incarnate appearance of the Messiah.

Manoah and His Wife Manoah The Sacrifice of Manoah, 1640–1650. Manoah (Hebrew: Manoa?) is a figure from the Book of Judges 13:1-23 and 14:2-4 of the Hebrew Bible. His name means "rest." Family According to the Bible, Manoah was of the tribe of Dan and lived in the city of Zorah. He ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist