Sermons on Covenant Break:

Marriage Matters

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Feb 16, 2014

To stimulate a desire to have a truly Christian marriage and not just to be married.

VIDEO: “Rethink Marriage” (Worship House Media) I believe that our culture's definition of marriage and what it really takes to last a lifetime is much different from God’s definition. We live in a world today in which marriage is seriously over looked, downplayed, and even ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7-24, Genesis 2:7

Denomination: Other

The Transfiguration Of A Mountaintop Experience

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 12, 2014

Mountain top experiences are for a reason. They are not just moments of Epiphany or pleasure; they can be painful, as they change lives. So be careful as to who guides you through.

Title: The transfiguration of a mountaintop experience. Words: 1783 Tabs: Epiphany 7, Mountain, Transfiguration, 2 Kings 2:1-12 Psalm 50:1-6 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 Mark 9:2-9 Summary: Mountain top experiences are for a reason. They are not just moments of Epiphany or pleasure; they can be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Episcopal

Coming Out Of The Wilderness

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Apr 22, 2013

This sermon talks about transitions. When God saved Israel and led them into the wilderness it was to transition them, or prepare them for the next step in their journey with God. This sermon has many seeds on lessons to be learnt to position ourselves to

COMING OUT OF THE WILDERNESS Deuteronomy 32:10 “He found him in a desert land And in the wasteland, a howling wilderness; He encircled him, He instructed him, He kept him as the apple of His eye. Desert = “to speak” Location, Vocation and Education. Deuteronomy 8:2,3 “And ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Future & A Hope Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 11, 2009

God here contrasts the future of those who forsake Him with those that are faithful to Him. The effects of His faithful servants’ sinful condition will pass away & the blessings of YAHWEH will be theirs instead. The future for the faithful shines in bri

ISAIAH 65: 8-16 A FUTURE AND A HOPE Habakkuk 3:17-18 In the preceding verses YAHWEH declared that He always stood ready to respond to Israel, but they had scorned His invitation (65:1-2). Not only had they failed to respond, but they had provoked Him to wrath by their shameful practices (vv. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

"Seeing Jesus In The Feast Of Passover” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 30, 2017

How does the Passover observance point to Christ?

You've heard it said, "A picture is worth a thousand words." Indeed, there are things we can grasp by means of a visual aid far easier than we can in any other way. When God taught His covenant people, the Jews, He used visual aids. For over 400 years, they'd been slaves in Egypt. As slaves, they ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

"yielding All Things: I Am No Longer My Own, But Thine"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 7, 2019

A sermon for stewardship commitment Sunday.

“Yielding All Things: I Am No Longer My Own, But Thine” Matthew 6:19-34 Jesus tells us: “Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, what you will put on…” “…do not worry…” “…do not worry…” “…do not worry…” Raise your hand if you have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Preparation For A Visitation

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 21, 2013

The story of Mary and Joseph in the first Christmas teaches us about the greatest gift that God has given to us - His Son Jesus, and salvation, joy, peace and hope.

PREPARATION FOR THE VISITATION OPENING: Children Nativity Video Clip INTRO TO SPEAKER: It was seven years ago today I preached my first message at BCC. • The title was, “Love, Acceptance, Forgiveness.” This is still our mission today. • When we came here, Caleb was in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: *other

Our Rollercoaster Ride

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Jun 6, 2019

The book of Judges is full of ups and downs for the Israelites; are our lives mirrored in Judges?

Our Rollercoaster Ride Judges 2:11-16 And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord, and served Baalim: And they forsook the Lord God of their fathers, which brought them out of the land of Egypt, and followed other gods, of the gods of the people that were round about them, and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baptism Of The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the essential role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers and the transformative power He brings to both individuals and the church as a whole.

Good morning, family! Today, we’ll explore the incredible gift of the Holy Spirit, the power He brings into our lives, and the impact He had on the early church and how that applies to us today. Before we jump in, let me share something A.W. Tozer said. This really captures the heart of what we're ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Topics: Holy Spirit Baptism

He's Not Safe. He's A Lion.

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 1, 2006

A sermon on Jesus and the Syrophoenician woman from Mark 7:24-30 and Matthew 15:21-28. (Material adapted from Mark Garland in "NIV Application Commentary", SermonCentral Contributors, and Jack Peters)

Sermon for 4/30/2006 Mark 7:24-30 He’s not safe. He’s a lion. Introduction: College English class: Table Talk. I could say that paper was out of character. Thesis: Let’s examine the two main characters in this story: Jesus and the Syrophoenician woman For instances: I. Jesus Christ A. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Freedom

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 22, 2006

Uses patriotic theme to discuss spiritual freedom.

“TRUE FREEDOM” Gal. 4:28-5:1 INTRO – What is your mental picture of freedom? On this Sunday after the 4th of July, maybe the picture of our flag, “Old Glory,” flying in the wind, or the Marines on the island of Iwo Jima hoisting the flag comes to your mind. Or maybe our military personnel ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Of The Faithful Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 20, 2011

Through this passage one can understand that Abraham was justified before he was circumcised and before the Law was given. Circumcision and legal obedience are not necessary conditions of justification

ROMANS 4:9-15 THE FATHER OF THE FAITHFUL Paul has proven that Abraham was not justified nor forgiven on account of his good actions. But what was the nature of the Covenant made with Abraham? Was the promise made on the condition of faith, or on the condition of circumcision, which was the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Horrifying Words For The End Days Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 19, 2014

Jesus completes His description of the Last Days

Mark 13:14-37 Horrifying Words for the End of Times Introduction – America has become famous for its warning labels. Some are helpful and urge caution concerning some hidden dangers or possible side effects of certain products. Others, however, seem obvious if not downright absurd. Consider ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:14-47

Denomination: Baptist

Dare To Pray A Daring Prayer (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 12, 2009

Let us dare to channel God’s blessings.

Someone wrote, “Attempt great things for God. Ask great things from God.” I believe that is embodied in what has become known as the prayer of Jabez. Let’s read 1 Chronicles 4:9-10. “Jabez was more honorable than his brothers. His mother had named him Jabez, saying, ‘I gave birth to him in pain.’ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Body Functions - Pt. 3 - Confront Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 27, 2015

Exactly like our physical body our spiritual body consists of individuals and relationships carrying out specific functions! Our survival depends on our ability to maintain and at times restore our internal environment.

Body Functions Pt. 4 - Confront I. Introduction We have been talking about how the spiritual body works is a direct parallel to how our natural body works. Like our physical body, which works because there are specific biological systems that carry out their assigned role and function, our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1

Denomination: Pentecostal