Sermons on Cultural Influences:

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 31, 2018

Are we really the church or a faded glory of a church which once was?

Faith in Action Acts 4:32-35 It has been said: Preach the Gospel; if necessary use words.” This is one of those statements that are pretty self-explanatory. There is all too often a wide gulf between what we preach and what we do. We find preachers and teachers who can explain the text in an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Core 52 Week 40 - My Skin, Your Skin Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Oct 6, 2020

Racial tensions are running high in America. What are we supposed to do about it?

You can listen to the audio of the sermon here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/5771518 God’s Plan for Racial Reconciliation • Jump right in. Difficult topic in the best of circumstances even more so with the racial unrest so prevalent in our society. • It’s not only a national/international ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Genesis 3:22-23, Acts 10:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Greet One Another Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 15, 2021

The church gathered should be a welcoming place - a place of warmth, friendship, and acceptance.

-Building Up One Another- GREET ONE ANOTHER Greet one another with a holy kiss. All the churches of Christ send greetings.- Romans 16:16 Introduction The church gathered should be a welcoming place - a place of warmth, friendship, and acceptance. All have visited a church that was welcoming and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Empowered To Send Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 23, 2024

Jesus did not call us to stay safe within four walls; He called us to go out, to be His witnesses, and to bring the light of the Gospel to every corner of the earth.

For many, church has become a comfortable place—a sanctuary where we find peace, encouragement, and fellowship. But Jesus never intended the church to be a final destination. Instead, He envisioned it as a dynamic launching pad, a place that equips, empowers, and sends believers into the world to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Other

What Is Your Worldview Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Oct 4, 2021

New Sermon Series: How do you view and react to the world around you? Do you truly have a Biblical worldview? A quotes from Scripture is from the NASB

Abortion. Euthanasia. Pornography. Same-sex marriage. Transgender rights. Embryonic research. Genetic enhancement. [You can add to this mix COVID, mandated vaccines, out of control government spending, etc.] Christians surveying the cultural landscape in the West have a clear sense that things are ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8, 1 Timothy 6:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Quiet Disciples: James, Son Of Alphaeus; Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

A biography of the lesser known disciples JAMES, SON OF ALPHAEUS; SIMON THE ZEALOT; AND JUDAS, SON OF JAMES

“THE QUIET DISCIPLES: JAMES, SON OF ALPHAEUS; SIMON THE ZEALOT; AND JUDAS, SON OF JAMES” TEXT: LUKE 6:12-16; JOHN 14:22-23 Sunday, February 1, 2004 If you will turn to Matthew 10:1-4 and have your finger in John 14, we are going to take a look at those two texts. If you are visiting with us, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seen, But Not Heard!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Apr 16, 2001

The Bible consistently teaches that Christians are not only to be seen, but also to be heard. If we have the only message that shows how to get back to God, then God forbid we keep that message to ourselves!

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. I don’t know if you saw it or not, but last year there was a talk show in which the guest was contrasting the deaths of Princess Diana & Mother Theresa. One of her comments was, “I believe ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Well, It's Father's Day!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 19, 2001

Today is Father’s Day, a day to reaffirm that God has given us, as fathers, great responsibility in our homes.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. Well, today is Father’s Day. The ladies of the church honored us this past week in a special "Father & Son" banquet, with good food, program, & special recognitions. It was great, & on behalf of the men, ladies, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Moses Prayed, God Listened

Contributed by Jason Cole on Apr 10, 2007

A look at why God answered Moses’ prayers.

“When Moses Spoke God Listened” Introduction: You probably remember the old financial services company called E.F Hutton. You probably more remember the commercials and their famous slogan, “when E.F. Hutton speaks, people listen”. Maybe you remember the old commercials. The setting of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 9:16-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Starving That Satisfies Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 15, 2006

4th sermon in an 8 part series on the Beatitudes. This series challenges us to "Shift" our thinking in what really brings true happiness. (*Refreshed in 8/08. PowerPoint and Video Clips available on request.)

Shift Week 4 THE STARVING THAT SATISFIES MATTHEW 5:6, John 6:35 INTRODUCTION: (:33 intro) {Play 45 seconds of “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction”} Every time I hear that song by I think, “Wow, our music in the 60’s was so much deeper than the music today...” Okay, maybe not but I do believe that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Christian Church

Character Qualities Of A Godly Man

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jun 19, 2009

Ephesians 5:22-6:4. What makes a godly father, husband, or man? Find out as Paul’s letter to the Ephesians is examined.

CHARACTER QUALITIES OF A GODLY MAN EPHESIANS 5:22-6:4 INTRODUCTION - I want to turn our attention to manhood on this Father’s Day much like we looked at womanhood on Mother’s Day. I do this in order to broaden the scope just a little. But it is Father’s Day so why don’t we start briefly with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

John Mark's Mother Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 10, 2009

For Mother’s Day this looks at Mary the mother of John Mark.

Who Was John Mark’s Mother? Acts 12:12 It is just a fleeting reference, it doesn’t provide a lot of details and we aren’t really told very much about her, but never being afraid to venture into the land of speculation in the cause of a good message we shall venture forth looking at the first ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

10 Commandments

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Nov 13, 2019

Modern Society Mocks The Truth And Exalts The Lie. We Live In A Time When Right Is Classified As Wrong And Wrong As Right. Many People Believe That There Are No "Moral Absolutes."

Today, We Begin A Series On The Ten Commandments. Modern Society Mocks The Truth And Exalts The Lie. We Live In A Time When Right Is Classified As Wrong And Wrong As Right. Many People Believe That There Are No "Moral Absolutes." This Is Reflected In Statements Like:"What’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:2-3, Deuteronomy 5:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thankfulness In The Face Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Oct 25, 2013

Stephen has just been stoned, Saul is ravaging the church, and many believers are going to rancid prisons getting beaten and fighting off the rats, just because they love Jesus. is the basis for my Thanksgiving sermon. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. Bear with me.

Here in chapter 8 of the book of Acts we are finally introduced to this Pharisee named Saul. Perhaps no other religious person in Israel had more of a zealous hatred for Christ and Christians. Let’s pay close attention to the very first verse of Acts chapter 8: “Saul approved of his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

The Beginning Of… Genesis Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 10, 2010

God lays the foundation for all of life and godliness in Genesis.

Scripture Introduction Last week Rebekah and I bought a ball of twine for our pole beans. It came wrapped in plastic with a hole through the middle so that the string was dispensed from the inside. As I wrapped the bean-poles, the packaging held the shape of the outer shell of string, even as the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed