Sermons on Contradiction:

The Law And The Christian, Part 1 Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 11, 2014

Jesus gave the ultimate commentary on the Old Testament law, yet it is not very well understood in the Christian community. In this the first of several sermons, we will explore the law and the Christian.

Intro In the sermon on the mount Jesus called us salt and light, then condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. Does that mean that Christians should put to death idolaters, Sabbath breakers, adulterers and those who dishonor their parents, sacrifices animals, be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Christian Persecution (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 16, 2010

A sermon examining Christian persecution.

THE REALITY OF CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION (Part 1) Acts 4:1-4 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, August 5th, 2025) A woman in India watches as her sister is dragged off by Hindu nationalists. She doesn’t know if her sister is alive or dead. A man in a North Korean prison camp is shaken awake ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Recognise God's Voice Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 21, 2010

We are called to test the spirits, and discern and recognise the voice of God when He speaks to us. Here are four ways to test an impression or thought.

[This sermon is adapted from Rick Warren's sermon with the same title.] We continue our series on “Conversing with God”. • The 1st session on ‘how to hear God’s speaks’ we talked about our attitudes - whether you get the message or not, depend very much on ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transforming Witness

Contributed by Charles Mims on Oct 7, 2012

Evangelism is communication. Communication is something we do every day. We communicate to our children that it is time to get out of bed, we communicate with our wife or our husband, we communicate with our co-workers and supervisors. We use communicatio

Transforming Witness October 7, 2012 Acts 4:23-36 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) Prayer for Boldness 23 After they were released, they went to their own people and reported everything the chief priests and the elders had said to them. 24 When they heard this, they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

True Love Reigns Sermon V: Love Bears Burdens Freely And Humbly Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 25, 2020

To truly love others - also, oneself - is to cultivate humility by which to share some burdens of others, shoulder some burdens of our own, shed some burdens we have no business carrying.

LOVE BEARS BURDENS FREELY AND HUMBLY A woman lost her son in battle, and could find no comfort. She went to a wise counselor and asked what to do. Said he: “Go find a home that has no sorrow, bring back a mustard seed, and God will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-15

The Militant Jesus

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 10, 2020

Jesus came to bring a sword between daughter and mother, son and father. Why? Find out.

7.16.20 Matthew 10:34-39 34 “Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword. 35 For I have come to turn ‘a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law— ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith In Your Relationships

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 19, 2024

I think that the problem is not with what people believe; the problem is that too many of us don't live what we claim to believe.

Belief in God is pretty strong among Americans. A survey shows that 53% say that they know God exists and they have no doubts. 18% say that they believe in God but they still have some doubts. And 4% believe in God just sometimes. Another poll found that more than 68% of Americans identify as ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Astrology: The Study Of The 7 Sacred Sciences That Adam's Sons Corrupted Pt 6 Series

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Oct 19, 2024

God Taught Adam all things, His Sons Corrupted it: Astrology contains knowledge but Satan twisted it form the beginning

Psalm 147:4 He counts the number of the stars; he calls them all by their names. Genesis 1:14 Then God said, “Let there be lights in the firmament of the heavens to divide the day from the night; and let them be for signs and seasons, and for days and years; Jude 13 raging waves of the sea, foaming ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:4, Genesis 1:14

Denomination: Salvation Army

How To Have Real Faith Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. We have been hearing a lot during the past year about “FAKE NEWS.” 1. FAKE NEWS is either a news story that has been completely FABRICATED or EMBELLISHED to the point where there is very little TRUTH left in the story. 2. I am always double-checking NEWS STORIES that I see on ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kind Of Religion We Should Lose

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 25, 2022

Sometimes we hear people say, “I am about to lose my religion.” Well, there is at least one kind of religion that would be good for people to lose.

The book of James speaks about such a religion. It is called the religion of DEAD FAITH. James evidently had some in his congregation who should have lost their religion. The book of James is living proof that our circumstances change but mankind never changes. We have evidences of that today ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Three "Bears”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 3, 2022

Most folks have heard about the fairy tale of the “Three Bears”. We all know a fairy tale is not real, but I want to talk to you about THREE “BEARS” that are for real.

The Bible tells us also about these THREE “BEARS”. The first BEAR deals with our BEARING the burden of a brother. That is- I. WE "BEAR" THE BURDENS HE CAN NOT BEAR Look at Galatians 6:2, we read, “Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.” The Bible makes it ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline Of Acts 13:13-52

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 30, 2022

Paul and Barnabas arrived in Antioch of Pisidia (Asia Minor) and preached the Gospel there. Paul's message touched the hearts of many people--in both good and bad ways!

Introduction: This last section of Acts 13 is mostly the sermon preached by Paul at the synagogue in Antioch of Pisidia. Through his preaching, many people heard the Word of God and many believed the Gospel! 1 The arrival in Antioch and first part of Paul’s sermon Text: Acts 13:13-25, KJV: 13 Now ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-52

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Spirit (A Journey Of Divine Transformation)

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Oct 29, 2025

The Christian life involves constant tension between flesh and Spirit. Victory comes not through human effort but through daily dependence on the Holy Spirit's power and guidance.

Walking in the Spirit A Journey of Divine Transformation Introduction The Christian life presents a profound paradox. You possess both a new nature in Christ and the lingering presence of your old nature. Paul addresses this reality with striking clarity in Galatians 5:16-17, where he describes an ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-17, Romans 8:13, Galatians 5:25, Ephesians 1:13-14, 2 Timothy 3:16, Zechariah 4:6, Ephesians 5:18-20, Galatians 5:16, Galatians 5:22-23, Galatians 5:19-21, John 15:13, Hebrews 12:2, John 14:27, Mark 8:17-21, Matthew 9:10-13, Matthew 14:14-21, Luke 24:44, Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 4:15, John 15:4-5, Galatians 5:17, Romans 7:15-25, John 16:13, John 16:12, Acts 8:26-38, John 16:14, 2 Peter 1:20-21, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Corinthians 12:7, Colossians 3:1-2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 8:11, Philippians 1:6, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 1 John 1:9, Romans 8:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Promises Yet To Receive PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to persevere in faith, maintain a heavenly perspective, and actively pursue God's promises, following the example of biblical patriarchs and matriarchs.

Good morning, dear friends. It is indeed a joyful occasion to gather together in the house of the Lord, to share in the warmth of fellowship and to bask in the glow of His divine love. We are here to seek His face, to learn from His word, and to grow in His grace. Today, we turn our attention to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-17

Topics: Heroes Of Faith, Promise

Do Not Murder, Second In A Series Series

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jun 5, 2004

Jesus raises the standard, thou shalt not kill becomes, dont even hate.

MATTHEW 5;21-26 INTRO; THE MAN WHO HAS VISION AND NO TASK IS A DREAMER. THE MAN WHO HAS A TASK AND NO VISION IS A DRUDGE. THE MAN WHO HAS BOTH A TASK AND A VISION IS A HERO. PLAN YOUR WORK. WORK YOUR PLAN. AS WE CONTINUE THRU THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT, AND AS W E PREPARE FOR THE 40 DAYS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ