Sermons on Converting:

Background To 1 Peter

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Apr 2, 2010

If we are called to suffer as Christians, God's grace is more then sufficient to enable us to endure.

Intro: 1. One man sarcastically writes, “Every Christian shall sit in his flower-bed. He shall find a heaven upon earth and all things shall work together for good to provide him with a garden like life. Thorns and thistles shall be unknown to him and he shall sit in his flower-decked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Favor For A Brother

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 20, 2013

To enumerate the attitudes behind giving a favor.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you constantly do favors for another? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the attitudes behind giving a favor. IV. TEXT: Philemon 1:14 (Amplified Bible) But it has been my wish to do nothing about it without first consulting you and getting your ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Synopsis Of A Serial Killer

Contributed by J Richison on Oct 19, 2019

Realize the worth of your fellow laborer

Ezekiel 37: 15-20 & 26-28 Psalms 133: 1-3 2 Peter 1:1 During some college classes a few years ago we had to study some of the nation's most prolific serial killers. We were taught that the serial killer has three steps to complete his plan. 1. Separation 2. Isolation 3. Desolation A ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:15-20, Ezekiel 37:26-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Defending The Faith Sermon Vi: Fortunate To Be Free To Share Our Testimony Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 6, 2020

In times of upheaval, when our Christian Faith is attacked by unbelievers and scoffers, mature Christians are fortunate to be free to share their testimony of the power of God unto salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord.

IN TIMES LIKE THESE -- FORTUNATE ARE WE WHO ARE FREE TO SHARE OUR CHRISTIAN TESTIMONY In this year of our Lord 2020, may our foresight as well as our hindsight be 20/20! May hindsight of our encounter with Christ be as persuadable as was the Apostle Paul’s when he got his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:2-26

The Keys Of The Kingdom Of Heaven!

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 17, 2020

In this sermon outline many times the Church does not use that which God has given us, Keys of Power that the Lord has given to the Church to evangelize the world.

THE KEYS OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN! - Matt. 16:13 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? - 14 And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19, Acts 1:4, Acts 4:12

Jesus Prays For The Unity Of His Church

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 7, 2018

How is Christian unity different than earthly concepts of unity?

Jesus Prays for the Unity of His Church John 17:20-26 Today we come to the third part of the Lord’s great prayer. He had prayed for Himself in the upcoming arrest, trial and crucifixion. But the disciples and we too overhear the prayer as well. This reminds us of who Jesus, His relationship to the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Name That Heresy

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 22, 2023

We are not to keep silent when heresy is proclaimed. To be silent is to be a partner to it. Silence is not golden in this area.

"..Christians nowadays simply don't care about the prevalence of false doctrine, nor do they take seriously their duty to fight against apostasy. Instead they want a friendly atmosphere of open acceptance for everyone, tolerance of opposing ideas, and charitable dialogue with the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:24, Judges 17:2, Jude 1:3, Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort In The Chaos

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 12, 2024

How to thrive in difficult times.

Comfort in the Chaos Acts 16:20-35 20 And brought them to the magistrates, saying, These men, being Jews, do exceedingly trouble our city, 21 And teach customs, which are not lawful for us to receive, neither to observe, being Romans. 22 And the multitude rose up together against them: and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:20-35

Denomination: Baptist

Saul’s Radical Conversion And Fellowship Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 20, 2024

Saul’s actions after having been called, stricken blind, and healed are a model for each of us to follow when it comes to being obedient to Jesus. Would we be so bold today as to willingly allow our lives to be changed by Him?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 12 Saul’s Radical Conversion and Fellowship Acts 9:1-22 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history (Creation/Fall/Promise) -- And we looked ahead, anticipated ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Are Resident Aliens (July 22, 2012).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

The wall of the Law that kept Jews and Gentiles separate was removed to bring about reconciliation. God did this so that they were no longer be strangers and foreigners but fellow citizens.

WE ARE RESIDENT ALIENS Text: Ephesians 2:11 – 22 According to the online Encyclopedia known as Wikipedia, “The Jim Crow laws were state and local laws in the United States enacted between 1876 and 1965 …. Some examples of Jim Crow laws are the segregation of public ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Name That Heresy

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 23, 2022

We are not called to allow false doctrines and prophets to flourish out of civility. In both Testaments, they were called out for the sake of the people and because it is the righteous thing to do.

"..Christians nowadays simply don't care about the prevalence of false doctrine, nor do they take seriously their duty to fight against apostasy. Instead they want a friendly atmosphere of open acceptance for everyone, tolerance of opposing ideas, and charitable dialogue with the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:24, Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Mr. Irrelevant Series

Contributed by Steven Ferber on Dec 22, 2022

If anyone was considered irrelevant, it would have been Jesus, born to poor parents, in a back-water town, in a land under the thumb of a brutal regime. But Jesus, "Mr. Irrelevant", was actually Mr. Indespensable.

What do you call the last player chosen in the annual draft of the National Football League? I know what some of you are thinking, “Pastor, I just don’t care!” That’s awesome! You obviously have a life! For many of the rest of us, who live and die by the sword of our favorite team’s record, two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Thomas: My Favorite Apostle

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 31, 2022

The apostle Thomas gets the short end of the stick when we read about him and his "doubts" in the Gospel of John. He is more like you and I than we want to admit, and his story affirms it.

When we read of where Jesus chose the Twelve men who would be known as the Apostles, we need to step back for a moment and realize that these men were ordinary working -class, salt-of-the-earth, rough around the edge individuals who had jobs ranging from catching fish to collecting taxes to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:3, Mark 3:18, Luke 6:15, John 11:16, John 14:5, John 20:24-28, John 21:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Bad Rules Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 18, 2015

Jesus confronted the traditions of men in order to point men to the direction of God.

1. Mark 2.13-3.6 2. We cheer when we see Jesus confront the Pharisees and cast out the money changing Sadducees 3. We support his stand against men using their traditions to speak for God (Mark 7.6ff) 4. But wait, the religious leaders of Jesus' day aren't the only ones to fall into this trap. . . ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparation For Reconstruction Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 3, 2001

Do your homework!

IV. PREPARATIONS FOR THE ACTUAL RECONSTRUCTION Nehemiah: a) He "cases the joint" Neh. 2:11-17 In God’s Work it is important to see what you are being called to do and to see if you are prepared to do it. we are not robots. we are called to take an active interest in the Life the lord has called ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-17

Denomination: Anglican