Sermons on Critical Mass:

The Substance

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Mar 1, 2012

In the millennia-old Aristotelian tradition, as well as early modern traditions that follow it, substances or ousia are treated as having attributes and modes or things. Faith is a substance

Hebrews 11:1(KJV) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 1. Faith is a substance "Substance" hypostasis; concretely, essence, or abstractly, assurance, confidence, confident, person, substance. What is a Substance? Matter is the substance of which all ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Mystery Babylon And Ther New Day In Rome, To Which All Roads Lead... Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 30, 2015

Vatican 2 made a difference. For better or worse, a form of unity has set in. Protestants and all religions flock to Rome while many others leave her for good. When the dust settles: A one-world church, and a true church...

SIXTY-FIVE: VATICAN TWO Far more grim a perspective than one more nation having Catholic rule is what may have been the beginning of total world control at the Vatican Council of the 60's. To introduce you to that meeting, I give this clip from the Random House Encyclopedia, p. 2653: "Vatican ...read more

Scripture: John 10:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Other Name Series

Contributed by Mark Hensley on May 3, 2001

Find out why Jason would rather sleep in on Sundays than attend Church, and what Gods word has to say to him.

West Greeley Baptist Church May 6th 2001 Acts 4:12 2nd Peter 3:9 “No Other Name” Pastor Mark Hensley 1”2Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved." Acts 4:12 “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, 2 Peter 3:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Simple Life Style

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

Each individual Christian needs to keep asking themselves, how can I simplify my life, not for the sake of simplicity, but for the sake of the kingdom of God.

I've always loved the Cinderella story, and have read it to my granddaughter, and listened to it on record many times. It is a story that fits so well in our culture. From rags to riches is the American dream come true. The poor little servant girl escapes from the wash water to live in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

Have Yourself A Mary Little Christmas!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 7, 2001

Let’s Do Incarnation Day Instead! Warning: Take your Xanax before reading!

Have Yourself A Mary Little Christmas! Luke 10:38-42 I will admit it from the start that I am not enthralled about Christmas. Yes, when I was a kid I was into it like every other kid. What ruined it for me? Going to Bible College and studying the Word, Church History and various other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, 1 Corinthians 11:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Reaching America For Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

America is at a crossroads. Which way will it be. America for Christ or the road to destruction?

REACHING AMERICA FOR CHRIST Matthew 9:36-38 INTRO: America stands at a crossroads. Down one road is the possibility of spiritual renewal, a revival of Christianity in our nation, perhaps the third great awakening. It seems closer than it’s been in many years. There’s an awakening of interest in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

Catholics Becoming Americans--Sharing The Gifts

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 29, 2018

We are Americans, and celebrate the wonderful gifts God has given to us as Americans. But we are first of all members of the Church that Jesus founded.

July 4, 2018 “Then shall your light break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up speedily; your righteousness shall go before you, the glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard.” The words of the prophet Isaiah. Nobody would willingly leave home and allow himself to be crammed ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-11

Denomination: Catholic

A Revival From The Rubbish

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 16, 2004

Several lessons can be drawn from the actions of Nehemiah that prove that God can create when chaos seems to reign.

Nehemiah 4:1_3 – “1 But it came to pass, that when Sanballat heard that we builded the wall, he was wroth, and took great indignation, and mocked the Jews.” “2 And he spake before his brethren and the army of Samaria, and said, What do these feeble Jews? will they fortify themselves? will they ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Takes Faith (Part Four) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 10, 2017

Last week we looked at Hebrews 11:5-6 and the account of Enoch. The next verse in Hebrews talks about Enoch's great-grandson, Noah. As we continue our series on what it takes faith to do we'll see how it takes faith to commit to the seemingly impossible.

IT TAKES FAITH (part four) Hebrews 11:7 INTRODUCTION: Last week we looked at Hebrews 11:5-6 and the account of Enoch. The next verse in Hebrews talks about Enoch's great-grandson, Noah. As we continue our series on what it takes faith to do we'll see it takes faith to commit to the seemingly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7, Genesis 6:9-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Without The Hand Of God Series

Contributed by Tim White on Jun 19, 2009

Without the Hand of God in our lives, we cannot believe God, will hate His Messenger, and will be gullible to any and every opinion.

• Who can ever forget Winston Churchill’s immortal words: "We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills." • It sounds exactly like our family vacation. • Family life is difficult for all of ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Words One Friday - 4 Reconciliation (Atonement) Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 4, 2012

❶. Jesus Identifies With The Sinner's Darkness ❷ . Jesus Identifies With The Sinner's Despair ❸ . Jesus Identifies With The Sinner's Death

THE FIRST THREE WORDS FROM THE CROSS 1. "Father, forgive them." Shows His pity for men 2. "Today, thou shalt be with me." Shows His power to save 3. "Woman, behold thy son." Shows His provision for those He loved Mk. 15:33-34 - Mt 27:45-46- My God My God why hast thou forsaken me? On May 21, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

O Woman, Great Is Your Faith Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 16, 2020

Cleansing the heart and intentions is way more important than ceremonial washing of hands, even in the time of COVID-19

20th Sunday in Course 2020 My ancestors came mostly from Ireland, although the coat of arms we display in our home, that says “Cunningham,” is actually Scottish. I suppose that confirms the British suspicion that the Irish tend toward appropriating the property of others. Nonetheless, the fact ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-7, Romans 11:13-32, Matthew 15:21-28, John 19:26-27

Denomination: Catholic

To An Ever Greater Love Of The Word Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 8, 2011

Two guides help us in our journey with the Scriptures: St. Paul and the prologue to John's Gospel

Monday of 29th Week in Course St. Ignatius of Antioch Verbum Domini Our saint today, Ignatius of Antioch, is a most appropriate patron for our reflections on the Word of God. He was the third bishop of Antioch, but, more importantly, was a disciple of John the Apostle. His writings give us a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:69-75

Denomination: Catholic

The Word Of God--Constant Reminder Of Our Need To Repent Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 22, 2011

This homily is largely identical to the previous week's, which I did not get to deliver. The relationship between the spiritual gifts and the deposit of faith in Scripture

Monday of 30th Week in Course St. Anthony Mary Claret Verbum Domini The early Church, built on the immediate remembrance of Pentecost, was “charismatic” in the best sense. That is, the spiritual gifts, interior and exterior, characterized the relationships between the Christian, the ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Divine Presence, Divine Inspiration Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 4, 2012

It is the enduring presence of God in His Church, His sacraments and His Scriptures that gives our life meaning and purpose.

Monday of 5th Week in Course St. Paul Miki & Companions Verbum Domini One of the critical teachings of both the Old and New Testaments is that the presence of God is not like the presence of the pagan gods. The latter came and went with their whims, and their arrival was usually bad news for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Catholic