Sermons on Cultural Relevance:

3-D Christianity

Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Oct 4, 2006

What does it take to be a True Disciple of Christ. How can we express our faith in ways that are real and relevant?

3-D CHRISTIANITY Adding Depth To Your Wak of Faith INTRODUCTION: Have you ever looked at a paintin that was unrealistic and 2 dimensional? They fail to communicate depth and look fake and superficial. THis is especially the case when children draw pictures. Everything seems to bhe suspended on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Vision For His Church

Contributed by Andy Payne on Oct 12, 2009

A church must seek change in order that it continue to be relevant John Stott promotes this while holding on the 4 essential marks

***NOTE*** I have to confess that at a late hour the night before preaching this sermon the ’goat’ ate my sermon and 11 months of sermons in a folder on my computer. I had to re-write it late that night. I was desperate so I used more of John Stott’s words than was in my original script. I am ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Monumental Eves From The Bible PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023

This sermon explores the lives of biblical women, drawing lessons from their experiences, and emphasizing the enduring relevance and power of God's Word.

Good morning, beloved family of God, gathered here under His gracious canopy of love and mercy. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here to experience the touch of God's word, to feel its warmth, its power, its life-changing potential. We are here to open our hearts to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Topics: Eves, Gospel

The Consequences Of Our Sacrifice PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024

This sermon explores the sufficiency of our sacrifices, God's judgment, and the relevance of Christian sacrifice today, through the lens of Malachi 1.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. How wonderful it is to gather here today, in this sacred space, united in our faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Heavenly Father has orchestrated this moment, drawing us together ...read more

Topics: Sacrifice

God's Rainbow PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of God's Rainbow Covenant, its relevance today, and the restoration of its biblical meaning in our lives.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I greet you with the warmth of the love of our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who has brought us all together in this sacred space. We gather here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, united by the bond of His redeeming love. Today, we find ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:12-17

Topics: Reclaiming, Biblical, Rainbow

Behold The Lamb Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of recognizing Jesus as the Redeeming Lamb and understanding the relevance and impact of His redemption in our daily lives.

Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet you with the warmest of smiles and the deepest of gratitude for your presence here today. We gather under this sacred roof, within these hallowed walls, not merely as a congregation, but as a family, a community united in our shared ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29

Topics: Lamb

Why Fast

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 3, 2019

Most of us don't think about fasting, this message looks at what it means to fast and if fasting relevant for believers today.

What about fasting? I am on a quest. And have been for years. Some of you have been on a similar quest. For some it is a major quest, and for others it’s a minor quest, but a quest never the less. And that quest is weight loss. And it seems like it’s been never ending, I remember in high ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Jul 28, 2022

The Good Shepherd protects the sheep from the wolves. Wolves are always circling the flock, just waiting for their chance. Are you willing to stand with the Shepard? Are you willing to be a sheepdog?

Good Shepherd 25 Apr 2021 Richardson I read an article about a band of killers and thieves roaming the Iraqi countryside. As if this country hasn’t had enough problems, now they have these gangs stealing sheep and attacking shepherds. These killers work in well trained teams with each member ...read more

Scripture: John 10:12-13, Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Other

A Biblical Basis For Church Planting And Missions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

God is a missionary God, Christ is a missionary Christ, and the Holy Spirit is a missionary Spirit! The Lord expects us to be involved in bringing lost souls to him. We should not just spend our entire time solving people’s problems in the church. A Bi

Using A Biblical Basis For Church Planting The Biblical Basis For Missions and Church Planting Learning Objectives 1. The students will be able to explain five Biblical basis for evangelism and church planting. 2. The students will write three plans for doing evangelism and church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Identifying Apostates Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 25, 2007

Exposition of Jude 5-11

Text: Jude 5-11, Title: Identifying the Apostates, Date/Place: LSCC, 9/10/06, AM A. Opening illustration: The First Battle of Bull Run might not have been a smashing Confederate victory without the flowing curls of Rose Greenhow. On July 9, 1861 she hid a message in her lovely tresses; when she ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Bending Too Far

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 19, 2007

Discover how to overcome the dangers of bending too far in a threatening culture.

As a boy one of our favorite fun activities was riding tree saplings, much like you would a wild horse. This is how it worked. We would bend a 3 or 4 inch sapling to the ground. A friend would help us hold the tree while we climbed aboard. After sitting astraddle the sapling the tree was released ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Relying On God Series

Contributed by James Jack on Jun 9, 2007

In a culture which prizes self-sufficiency, we need to rely on God.

Australian males prize self-sufficiency. It’s not masculine to ask anyone else for help. It’s not macho to admit that you can’t handle something on your own. I’m probably one of the worst offenders when it comes to having this sort of attitude. I hate anyone having to show me how to do anything, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 59:1-17, Psalm 59:12

Denomination: Anglican

Living A Legacy

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 23, 2002

The sermon looks at the legacy of truth and the modern culture that attempts to deny it.

Living a Legacy Today, each of us lives in the legacy of others while at the same time we are leaving our legacy for those who will come after us. There are those who have gone before that have surrendered all to God and He has used them to pave the road we now walk on. These are the spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:3, Matthew 5:19

Denomination: Baptist

Answering The Atheist Challenge Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 4, 2013

Our witness to modern culture has an ally in the fundamental weakness of atheism.

Monday of 6th Week in Easter 2013 Gaudium et Spes “It is through the gift of the Holy Spirit that man comes by faith to the contemplation and appreciation of the divine plan.” (GS 15) These words of the Council Fathers remind us that we are approaching the great Solemnities of ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Who's The Real Joker

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 4, 2013

Many Biblical scholars believe that cultural degeneration will occur in the latter-days.

Who’s the Real Joker January 30, 2013 A Many Biblical scholars believe that cultural degeneration will occur in the latter-days. 5 who are protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. 1 Peter 1:5 (NASB) 1 Peter assured them 6 In this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:5

Denomination: Baptist