Sermons on Cultural Norms:

Faces In The Crowd: The Man Healed Series

Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 4, 2011

Responding to the example of the friends that brought their crippled friend to Jesus, we are challenged to invite others, to expect God to do amazing things, and to praise God in response.

“Faces in the Crowd” – Luke 5 This is the second message in our series entitled “Faces in the Crowd”. This series focuses on a number of characters found in the Gospels, whose names are briefly mentioned, typically appearing in one story and then we seldom read of their story again. In essence, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To Spiritual Renewal

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 11, 2010

Our country, communities, and even churches are in need of a spiritual renewal like we haven't seen since the 19th Century

Keys to Spiritual Renewal Revelation 3:14-22 * Our country is in desperate need of a spiritual awakening, but we have a problem. When we consider that the last true, widespread, landscape changing spiritual awakening in this country was in the middle of the 19th century, it is safe to say that no ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Bible Teach About Sexual Orientation?

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 9, 2018

What is God's answer for the issue of sexual orientation?

Introduction When a baby is born, the first thing usually said is, "It's a boy!" or "It's a girl!" The sex of a child is based on biology-anatomy and chromosomes. But, for some people, their sense of gender does not always match their sex. That mismatch was brought to our attention in 2015 when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28, Romans 1:26-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Woman Who Defied Death Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Apr 30, 2009

In the book of Esther, we clearly see God at work in the lives of individuals and in the affairs of a nation. Even when it looks as if the world is in the hands of evil people, God is still in control, protecting those who belong to him.

Esther The Woman Who Defied Death Intro: Recently I came across a humorous list of things Hollywood has taught us.”  It doesn’t matter if you’re heavily outnumbered in a fight involving martial arts. Your enemies will patiently wait to attack you one by one, by dancing around in a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Apostates Devise New Ways To Spoil Everyone’s Christmas

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Dec 17, 2009

Apostates Devise New Ways To Spoil Everyone’s Christmas

One of the shortcomings I remember the most about the Christian elementary school I attended was how a number of the less-than dedicated educators would punish all of the students for the misbehavior of a single pupil. To this day, I remain convinced this had more to do with lazy teachers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tolerance: The Lever Against Christians

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 8, 2013

THE “LEFT” HAS FOUND THE ISSUE OF “TOLERANCE” TO BE THE MECHANISM TO FORCE SOCIAL CHANGE IN AMERICA OVER THE PREVIOUSLY DOMINATING BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW. EXCESSIVE TOLERANCE RESULTS IN A PERMISSIVE SOCIETY, IN WHICH THE STABILIZING SOCIAL STRUCTURES CRUMBLE,

TOLERANCE: THE WEDGE AGAINST CHRISTIANS THESIS THE “LEFT” HAS FOUND THE ISSUE OF “TOLERANCE” TO BE THE MECHANISM TO FORCE SOCIAL CHANGE IN AMERICA OVER THE PREVIOUSLY DOMINATING BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW. EXCESSIVE TOLERANCE RESULTS IN A PERMISSIVE SOCIETY, IN WHICH THE STABILIZING SOCIAL STRUCTURES ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Topsy-Turvy

Contributed by Michael Bates on Jan 21, 2024

Our society has become very perverse and our moral values are upside down (topsy-turvy). As Christians, we are in the middle of a spiritual war zone fighting daily against evil, sin and perversion. But with God on our side we can win the war and be declared victorious over the forces of darkness.

Our focal verse for this short sermon comes from Isaiah 5:20 CSB It says, 'woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who substitute darkness for light and light for darkness, who substitute bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter.' During the time when this Bible verse was written, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:20, Proverbs 14:34, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

19th Sunday After Pentecost

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Oct 11, 2020

Jesus introduced his followers to the most unusual aspect of life. He taught them about a way to love others with no concerns for themselves. Jesus showed them unconditional love in rescuing fallen women, helping enemy soldiers, and associating with sinners.

In 1984 a British-American rock band, Foreigner, released a song entitled “I Wanna Know What Love Is.” A High school senior believed he knew what love is. So, this young man said to his father at breakfast one morning, "Dad, I'm going to get married." "How do you know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:31-36

Denomination: Catholic

Transformed! Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 17, 2023

From the background of Free Methodist Doctrine (Wesleyan-Arminian), we are called to be "transfigured" as Jesus by allowing the Holy Spirit to change us from the "inside-out" to live a holy and sanctified life.

IT IS CLEAR FROM SCRIPTURE THAT THE CHURCH IS OF GOD AND FOR PEOPLE. THE BIBLICAL CONCEPT OF THE CHURCH IN THE UNDERSTANDING OF THE FREE MEHTODIST CHURCH STATES: “THE CHURCH IS THE ORGANIC, CORPORATE INSTRUMENT GOD HAS CHOSEN TO REMAKE PEOPLE AND SOCIETY. IT HAS A MISSION OF HOLY LOVE. THE CHURCH ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-7, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:22-24, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Matthew 5:48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Power Of Pentecost

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 6, 2025

The power of Pentecost brings divine enablement. It equips believers with spiritual gifts, empowers them to be witnesses of Christ, and transforms them from the inside out. Pentecost is the birth of a Spirit-filled, Spirit-led church.

THE POWER OF PENTECOST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Supporting Texts: Joel 2:28-29, John 14:16-17, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8, Romans 8:26-27 INTRODUCTION: Pentecost is not just a historical event—it is a spiritual milestone that transformed the early Church and set a new standard for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Strength For The New World PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the enduring relevance and strength of God's Word in navigating our ever-changing world.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather today, not as strangers, but as a family bonded together by the love and grace of our Heavenly Father. As we navigate through this ever-changing world full of challenges, uncertainties, and complexities, we often find ourselves ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Topics: Ancient Words

Breaking Negative Cycles Before The New Year Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 27, 2025

A call to confront, dismantle, and terminate destructive spiritual, behavioural, and generational patterns before entering a new season.

BREAKING NEGATIVE CYCLES BEFORE THE NEW YEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 6:25-26 Key Verse: “And it came to pass the same night, that the LORD said unto him, Take thy father’s young bullock… and throw down the altar of Baal that thy father hath.” (Judges 6:25) Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Serve PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the Christian call to service, sacrifice, and selflessness, challenging worldly views of power and greatness through the example of Jesus.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of our Savior, bound by His love and guided by His Word. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. It is not by chance that we have come together, but by the providence of our Heavenly Father who, in His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Topics: First And Last

Family Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

In our pursuit of godly character we must recommit ourselves to doing family God’s way: children submit and parents nurture in God’s ways.

Character Counts! Family Matters (Ephesians 6:1-4) Theme: God created the family to reflect His character. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to see that the American family is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 2 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 25, 2020

The first two psalms are often considered to be designed as a pair serving as an introduction to the 150-psalm collection. The first psalm describes the difference between the blessed man and the evil man, and Psalm 2 is about triumph over the forces that oppose the faith.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12, Acts 4:27-28, Hebrews 1:6, Daniel 7:13-14, Psalm 86:15, Psalm 103:8, Psalm 145:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ