Sermons on Crucial Hour:

Staying Holy For The Holidays PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 17, 2023

This sermon explores the power of submitting to God, resisting temptation, and living in accordance with God's will as guided by James 4:7.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together to seek wisdom and understanding from the Word of God. We come from different walks of life, carrying different burdens, joys, hopes, and dreams. Yet, we are united by a common thread - our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Today, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Topics: Resisting, Temptation

It's Time For The Church To Wake Up! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

Explores spiritual alertness, discernment, and preparation for spiritual warfare, as guided by Apostle Paul's letter to the Romans.

Good morning, cherished brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are knit together by the common thread of our faith, and it is a joy to share this sacred space and time with you. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the Apostle Paul's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Topics: Seeing Beyond, Eyes See

Moses Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 30, 2018

God delights in delivering His people when they come to Him on His terms

ENGAGE I’d like to begin this morning by taking a poll on a matter of critical importance in many households. In fact, it is so critical that the Wikipedia article on this topic has 91 notes, over 100 references and 13 suggestions for further reading. Of course I’m referring to the correct way to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Takes A Stand

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction 1.

Introduction 1. Today we consider at one of the most crucial decisions in the history of the church of Jesus Christ. Iit took place 1950 years ago - in the year 49AD. Today we are also facing what amounts to the same crucial decision. Within the RCA and within many denominations. As we consider ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Witness

Contributed by Mark Winter on Nov 14, 2000

Christians are witnesses of the light who have seen something, have something to say, and who have a dangerous but rewarding job.

“Witness” By Mark Winter Text: John 1:1-9 Have you ever read a scripture so thoroughly that you believe there’s nothing else to wring out of it? That’s what I thought with John’s Prologue, when suddenly verse 8 leapt out: “He himself was not the light (meaning John the Baptist); he came only as a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

What Puts The Tiger In Our Tanks? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2005

It is tough to stay motivated to serve the Lord. We all gravitate toward room temperature – being lukewarm. How can we stay motivated?

What Puts the Tiger in Our Tanks? (Philippians 1:20-30) 1. Let me talk to you about Ants. Not the kind that marry uncles, but the kind that live outside. According to a CNN article, 2."Like humans, fungus-growing ants are true farmers and the survival of the colony depends on the food they ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Roaming Around Rome With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 18, 2004

Since the church is about God’s people, God’s people need to focus on God’s truth. Sharing the Gospel produces the church, and the church shares the Gospel reproducing the church. Paul shares two key truths we all need to embrace with enthusiasm.

Roaming Around Rome with The Gospel (Romans 1:8-17) 1. This week, the movie, “The Passion of the Christ” will open in Kokomo. 2. Christians all over the country are excited that so many people want to see this graphic depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. 3. I would like to share three ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Solid Foundation

Contributed by Nick Scarpa on May 24, 2003

If we try to live the Christian life on a foundation other than that of Christ Jesus, we will not remain steadfast and committed to true Christian living. We will fail to bring God the glory.

A Solid Foundation Luke 6:46-49 The leaning tower of Pisa in Italy is going to fall. Scientists travel yearly to measure the building’s slow descent. They report that the 179-foot tower moves about one-twentieth of an inch per year, and is now 17 feet out of plumb. They estimate by the year ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Baptist

A Biblical Look At Divorce And Remarriage

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 10, 2001

This is a study of what the Scriptures teach on the subject of divorce and remarriage. The Church has failed to up-hold God’s design for marriage and has misled many by teaching the permission of divorce and remarriage under the New Covenant.

It is reported that one in two marriages end in divorce. What begins at a wedding ceremony usually with a minister, parents and friends increasingly ends in a courtroom with a judge, lawyers and strangers. The average marriage now lasts seven years. Fifty-five percent of all Americans say a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-9, Mark 10:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Simple Facts Of Church Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 24, 2005

We must get the simple things right. The elementary principles of church life are among the most important principles of church life.

The Simple Facts of Church Life (Romans 16:1-27) Intro 1. What an experience I had last Sunday at the home of Ted and Janie Martin (explain story of flat tire and “lobster” cable clamp 2. Ted Martin and Neil tried not to laugh, but Brett lost it. The rest of the gusy should have, too. It was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Grace Is Sufficient

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Jun 28, 2005

Understanding that Grace is a Gift granted by God

Grace defined: getting what we do not deserve. An unmerited or undeserved favor from God. Grace is a gift. A gift is not something given to somewhat because they are deserving. That would be considered a wage. A gift is something given by someone who loves the recipient. Understanding ...read more

Scripture: John 1:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Forsaking Fear Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 5, 2002

When we are faced with giving in to fear we need to be reminded of how our Lord met fear head on.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 37 “Forsaking Fear” Luke 13:31-35 “First of all, let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself - . . . fear which paralyzes our efforts to convert a retreat into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Dad

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jun 15, 2001

What does God’s Word say about what makes a great dad? What makes God a great dad?

A Great Dad 6-16-01 New Community Church I HEARD OF YOUNG MOTHER WHO WENT DOWN TO THE NURSERY AT A HOSPITAL AND FOUND HER YOUNG HUSBAND PEERING DOWN AT HIS NEWBORN BABY WHO WAS ASLEEP. THE MOTHER COULD TELL HE WAS CAPTIVATED BY THE SCENE AS HE STOOD THERE LOOKING AT THE SLEEPING INFANT. SHE WAS SO ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:13

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Calms The Storm

Contributed by William Baeta on Jun 21, 2012

“Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, ‘Peace, be still!’ And the wind ceased and there was a great calm.” Mark 4:39.

Theme: Jesus calms the storm Text: 1 Sam. 17:32-49; 2 Cor. 6:1-13; Mk. 4:35-41 The Scriptures declare that Jesus Christ is God. John begins with the words “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God”. God, the Word, became flesh and lived among us. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Saul - The Bible's Tragic Hero

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

Saul, man’s kind of king, came so close and yet so far from being God’s man.

Saul- The Bible’s Tragic Hero (Bridge Lane Chapel, 25/08/02, am) Hymns Readings 1. Psalm 51 2. 1 Chronicles 10 3. Hebrews 12:12-24 Intro- The Tragic Hero Greek tragedy (Aristotle) components: • Unity of time, place and action • Inspire horror and pity • Man of greatness with tragic flaw • Ends in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 10:1-14, 2 Chronicles 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist