Sermons on Contradictions:

A Great Awakening Sermon I - What It Will Take Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 29, 2020

In days of "doom and gloom", when there are two types of responders to the claims of Christ on the lives of those for whom Christ died - "for" and "against" - there must be a change of minds and hearts toward the things of God.

WHAT WILL IT TAKE FOR A GREAT AWAKENING TO OCCUR IN “CHRISTIAN” AMERICA? Perhaps you recall a former presidential candidate who went around the country talking about “Two Americas” . . . and in that speech he chanted a litany of contrasts between “these and those”, “us ...read more

Inspiration Of The Bible

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

Is the Bible inspired by a loving God? Some people believe that the Bible is myth or misogynistic or contains hate speech. Have they believed lies about the Bible? The phrase “thus says the Lord” is found over 400 times, so is the Bible an inspired document from a loving God?

Is the Bible inspired by a loving God? Some people believe that the Bible is myth or misogynistic or contains hate speech. Have they believed lies about the Bible? The phrase “thus says the Lord” is found over 400 times, so is the Bible an inspired document from a loving God? There are many points ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21, John 10:34-36, 2 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Old Covenant

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 26, 2022

Let’s look at the Mosaic covenant and how it prepared for the new covenant. After freedom from Egypt the people were still slaves, to sin.

Let’s look at the Mosaic covenant and how it prepared for the new covenant. After freedom from Egypt the people were still slaves, to sin. “Jesus answered them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin.’ “ (John 8:34 ESV) The old covenant was established to expose ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:24, Romans 7:12, Romans 8:2-3, Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Within Boundaries

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 27, 2022

The theme or our text is walking the extra mile, grace within boundaries.

Grace Within Boundaries (Matthew 5:38-42) 1. A Catholic priest, a Baptist evangelist, and an Assembly of God minister were in a row boat in the middle of a pond fishing. None of them had caught anything all day. The evangelist stands up, says he needs to go to the bathroom climbs out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In The Beginning

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Apr 2, 2023

A look into what the Bible says about "the beginning"

What makes a good story? For me, I am not an avid reader. I average reading probably only one book every three years or so. It takes me a long time to read a book, usually. Most often when I have a hard time reading a book it is because I have a hard time getting into reading that book, and it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 2:3

Denomination: Lutheran

Church Ushers PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Highlight the importance of treating all members of the church equally, without partiality.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a pertinent issue that, as Christians, we must navigate with wisdom and grace. We're going to be exploring the danger of partiality in the church, an issue that's as relevant today as it was when James first penned his letter. To illustrate our ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-10

Topics: Snooty, Ushers

Jesus Teaches Openly Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Feb 18, 2002

People were amazed at the teaching of Jesus and wondered about the source of his wisdom.

Introduction: The people were "amazed" at the teaching of Jesus and wondered where such knowledge came from. After all, Jesus had not studied as the "other religious" leaders had. I. Jesus Teaches The word "teach" means "to instruct by word." It is the ability to influence the understanding ...read more

Scripture: John 7:10-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Good For Me That I Was Afflicted Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

APPRECIATING AFFLICTION IS THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUAL KNOWLEDGE AND DISCERNMENT

BIG IDEA: APPRECIATING AFFLICTION IS THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUAL KNOWLEDGE AND DISCERNMENT I. THE GOOD SHEPHERD USES AFFLICTION TO DISCIPLINE AND RESCUE WAYWARD SHEEP "Before I was afflicted I went astray, But now I keep Thy word." II. APPRECIATING AFFLICTION SOUNDS LIKE A CONTRADICTION BUT ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:65-72

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mixed Messages

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

If our actions do not support our words then it would be better if we remain silent, for what we do does speak so loud that the world cannot hear what we say.

MIXED MESSAGES "Hypocrites! Well did Isaiah prophesy about you, saying: ’These people draw near to Me with their mouth, and honor Me with their lips, but their heart is far from Me, and in vain they worship Me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men." Matthew 15:7-9 We often hear the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Foundation Of Marriage

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

God provides foundation on which marriage is to be built. It is a standard for having intimacy in marriage relationships.

(My first wedding sermon in Sabutan Christian Church) God provides foundation on which marriage is to be built. It is a standard for having intimacy in marriage relationships. 1. Leave(iwanan) The husband is to make a special place for his bride. Leaving is the public and legal act of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preaching The Truth, Convenient Or Not Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 14, 2009

As Jesus did in his home town, we must preach the truth about marriage, even at some risk.

March 16, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis The prophetic call, whether to Elisha, Jesus, the apostles or you and me, is a call to take risks in order to reduce the greatest risk–that men and women lose their eternal souls. Here, Jesus tells the truth about his fellow Jews to the Jews and almost pays ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:24-30

Denomination: Catholic

Aligning Our Lifestyle With God's Will. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 3, 2024

By aligning our lifestyle with God's will, we can experience the fullness of His love, wisdom, and joy.

As Christians, we are called to live a life that reflects God's love, wisdom, and character. However, often our daily choices and habits can drift away from His will. Aligning our lifestyle with God's will is essential to experiencing true fulfillment, joy, and purpose. In 1 John 2:6, it ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 55:8

Beware Bad Advice

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 17, 2005

A sermon outline that follows three men and their choices.

I. The man of God who allowed himself to be deceived. 1. He ADMITTED that the Lord told him not to eat or drink anything in the land. (Verses 9 & 17) (Luke 12:48 - "Unto whomsoever much is given of him shall much be required.") (See also James 4:17) 2. He ACCEPTED the prophet’s word on the matter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Why I Believe Christianity Is True

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

We come from a Designer, which should cause us to consider what the point of life is; this can only be found in Jesus Christ.

Where do we come from? 1. Random accident 2. Designer Who are we? 1. A collection of molecules 2. A significant creature with an eternal soul If 1 is true, what is purpose of life? 1a. Hedonism- “eat, drink and be merry, for tomorrow we die!” O’D’s pleasure centres. 1b. Altruism (enlightened ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Esteeming God's Word Series

Contributed by Newman Enyidede on May 4, 2019

The value and preciousness of God's Word in the lives and lips of God's people have been facing challenges. Some things seem to be contesting with God's word daily in our lives. Many of them are not mere bad things, but good things.

*_"And the Word of the LORD was precious in those days; there was no open vision. " 1 Samuel 3:1_* Open visions are good and helpful in order to facilitate and speed up certain things in the realms of the Spirit. But open visions have challenges. One of the greatest challenges, is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1