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The Love Of A Believer Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Nov 27, 2005

the do’s and don’t of a believers love

Christianity is different from the way non-believers live. Instead of revenge, anger, hatred, the believer takes the higher road, the road of love. Why do we love? Because Christ loves us. Amy Carmichael wrote, “If I belittle those whom I am called to serve, talk of their weak points in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gentleness - The Gracious Fruit

Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 10, 2003

Gentleness is both gracious and strong. It requires the great strength of the Spirit.

Martin Field asks the question, “Have you ever heard of the “Dependent Order of Really Meek and Timid Souls?” When you make an acrostic of the first letters of its name, you have the word, “Doormats.” (Overhead 1) Their official insignia - yellow caution light. Their official motto is: “The meek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Church Of God

Are You The One ?

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Dec 11, 2004

Christmas Sermon - Which Jesus do you want for Christmas

I have a secret to tell you. I’ve picked out a present for my wife, Linda. I am getting her a beautiful 2 caret diamond ring in a platinum setting. It looks great! I admit that it isn’t exactly what she asked for, but I searched and searched on-line and just couldn’t find anywhere where I could get ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hope Of Heaven (Revelation 7:9-17)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 14, 2007

This passage in Revelation 7 came to light at a time when the church was dealing with a lot of pain and death through persecution, and when indeed every victory that they di...

It’s an image of the coming Kingdom - Heaven, the Kingdom of God, the New Jerusalem. Call it what you will, it is an image of the final dawning of the new age - the climaxing of human history, and, strangely, it seems quite appropriate to be talking about it today. The end of the world is becoming ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Liberals Unmasked

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jul 1, 2011

This sermon explains the origin, nature, and purpose of modern day liberals.

Liberals Unmasked Romans 1:18 – 32 Preached by: JB Hall Introduction: Today, politics deeply divides Americans; and with the media so fascinated with the centers of power (not only wanting to report on them, but to help shape the political landscape), the debate over liberal vs. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

Abortion And The Sanctity Of Life

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 28, 2008

This sermon was preached just prior to the 2008 election. It deals with (1) the question of when life begings, (2) the widespread horror of abortion, and (3) the forgiveness availble to those who’ve experienced its ravages.

This sermon was delivered right before the 2008 Presidential election. It draws from several other sermons listed here on Sermon Central. Abortion by Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church With the upcoming presidential election many of you have undoubtedly been watching the presidential ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5

Denomination: Christian Church

This Sermon Is Not Yet Rated

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Aug 29, 2011

This sermon contains everything a box office hit movie would have, just not from the perspective you might be thinking.

“This Sermon is Not Yet Rated” "This is a record of the ancestors of Jesus the Messiah, a descendant of King David and of Abraham:" Matthew 1:1 (NLT Intro: This sermon contains everything a box office hit movie would have, just not from the perspective you might be thinking. It ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessed Life - Pt. 2 - The Shared Life Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 17, 2011

Fortune cookies, horseshoes, 4 leaf clovers, rabbit's foot . . . Luck. Athletes would often rather be lucky than good.However, living a blessed life is even better than trying to live lucky.

The Blessed Life Part 2 – The Shared Life I. Introduction You can choose to live your live based on luck. However, if you do that you must also be prepared to experience a hit or miss type of life. Luck is fleeting. Luck can’t be counted on. Luck gives you no guarantees. That is why I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus' Best Joke? Series

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 2, 2010

Luke chapter 18: "Jesus told them another joke", we are told, "and He told this one to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and looked down on others." Did you hear the one about the Pharisee and the Tax Collector who wandered into the

Now I know I’m being a little free with my translation here. I know most translations say that Jesus told them a 'parable' rather than a 'joke', but I'm not the first person to suggest that 'joke' is actually a very good translation. # Did you here the one about the frog and the scorpion who were ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Church With Unhealed Wounds – Thyatira Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Dec 11, 2010

No matter how excellent our ministries are, no matter how diligently we execute them, if we tolerate sin in our midst then Christ's abundent grace must inevitably move to judgment. Not because He desires it, but because His eternal word requires it. Wake

The Church with Unhealed Wounds – Thyatira Reading Rev 2:18-29 "To the angel of the church in Thyatira write: These are the words of the Son of God, whose eyes are like blazing fire and whose feet are like burnished bronze. 19 I know your deeds, your love and faith, your service and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Church Of God

Map To Manhood

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 20, 2010

A Father’s day message inspired by David Murrow’s book, "Map to Manhood." This calls our men to authentic, Biblical manhood.

Map to Manhood John 8:30-32 * Today we celebrate “Father’s Day.” It is a day we set aside to do what the Bible commands us to do every day, that is, “Honor our Father.” When God gave this command to Moses, in Exodus 20, He tied with it an unusual add-on of a promise. Ex 20:12 “Honor your father ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-32

Denomination: Baptist

A Messiah Who Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2010

The incredible power of the Gospel ought to make a radical difference in your life and the lives of those around you.

A Messiah Who Makes a Difference Text: Matt. 13:31-33 Introduction 1. Illustration: Charles Spurgeon, known as "The Prince of Preachers," said, "The faith which saves is not one single act done and ended on a certain day: it is an act continued and persevered in throughout the entire life of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Methodist

Self-Control Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Sep 12, 2008

self-control - is at the heart of our faithful walk before God and people. We lose it in small ways which leads to bigger problems

Respectable Sins – Self-Control How often have you had someone say to you ‘He who is without sin cast the first stone?’ Or maybe you have someone say to you ‘Judge not lest you be judged?’ I reckon they must two verses which are most often taken out of their context and misapplied. The second ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Living In Victory Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jul 1, 2008

We are all looking for ways to have victory in our lives. The Bible says “For everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.” (Jn 5:4, ESV)

Living in Victory Sermon By Keith J. Andrews All scripture marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001.Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. July 4, is the day of celebration for Americans. Is special to us because we won our independence from Great Britain. We look at this day as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Laying Down The Law Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 3, 2008

What would happen if we got back to the basics and tried to live by the 10 Commandments? Oh, the revival that would sweep our nation, our churches, and each of our hearts! Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint.

Laying Down the Law Intro. to the Ten Commandments Exodus 20 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/LayingDownLaw.html In The Gospel and the American Dream, historian Bruce Shelley writes, “In one hand Liberty holds the torch of freedom and in the other the tablet of law. The torch challenges the forces ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist