Sermons on Cynic:

Choose Freedom

Contributed by David Quackenbush on Jan 9, 2008

We have been set free in Christ now we much use our freedom to choose to do what we ought, not what we want!

CHOOSE FREEDOM Scripture: Gal 5:1,13, 16-26 1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage. 13 For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bite Your Tongue!

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 10, 2007

The ability to speak is a wonderful thing, But how we use that ability can often make a tremendous difference in both our own life and the lives of others.

I don’t know how many of you have heard about this this week • Don Imus made a comment that has stirred up the media, and everyone from Hillary Clinton to Oprah Winfrey . • What was happening was the Rutgers women’s basketball team had just lost the NCAA championship game. • And Imus was saying ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

How Can I "Love My Enemy" When I Can't Stand To Be In The Same Room As Him? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 21, 2010

A look at the difficult command to love our enemies.

What “Love Your Enemy” Is. . . And Isn’t: - Matthew 5:44. a. It is not excusing their actions, - Often those who are our enemies have done things to us that have hurt us. Many people misunderstand Jesus’ command to forgive as a call to excuse their actions. - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Resurrected Life

Contributed by Jay Robison on May 13, 2010

What does it mean to live after the resurrection of Jesus? As Christians we must Open our Heart, Use our head, and Lend a hand

Sources for the Sermon Include sermoncentral, Broadman Bible Commentary, and Paul's Letters from Prison by Houlden Includes outline for congregation at the end LIVING THE RESURRECTED LIFE Jay Robison COLOSSIANS 3:1-4 Last week I read a list of things a pastor should not say at ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Lost In Translation Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 17, 2012

This sermon from Daniel chapter 5 deals with the story of King Belshazzar and the handwriting on the wall.

DANIEL ch. 5, Lost in Translation CHCC: October 14, 2012 Belshazzar by Johnny Cash: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pAvKBwCTTU INTRODUCTION: Today we’re looking at one of the most interesting stories in the Old Testament. We have a Ruler of the greatest Kingdom of that day holding a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Accept One Another

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 22, 2013

A sermon on Romans 14:1-4 (Outline taken from Keith Krell at: https://bible.org/seriespage/mind-your-own-business-romans-141-12, end of first point)

HoHum: I had trouble appreciating rap music. Until I met some rappers who are using their gift for the Lord. WBTU: Differences between people give opportunities for judging and legalism. We are tempted to judge others because they are looser on some issues and stricter on others. We become ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

12 Ordinary Men - Phillip Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 6, 2012

This is a study of Phillip based on 12 Ordinary Men. It has a lot of added notes and scripture.

Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. There is also a fill in the blank outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion that I have posted in the series. This is not original but worth posting for study. Twelve Ordinary Men ...read more

Scripture: John 6:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Provoke One Another

Contributed by Dave Clark on Dec 11, 2012

Hebrews turns the notion of provocation upside-down by imploring us to provoke one another to love and good deeds.

Provoke One Another Hebrews 10:23-25 Rev. David J. Clark While reading the scripture lesson, I stumbled across this phrase that just seemed odd. “Beloved, let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds.” Provoke to love and good deeds? I always associated the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Absurdity Of The Incarnation

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 17, 2012

A sermon on 1 Timothy 3:16 focusing on the incarnation (Mostly taken from Max Lucado's book, God Came Near, and also at: http://maxlucado.com/read/topical/gods-greatest-surprise/)

HoHum: In one verse Paul reminds Timothy of the gospel in all its fullness. Tries to cover the whole gospel. Some songs try to do that: You came from heaven to earth, to show the way, from the earth to the cross, my debt to pay, from the cross to the grave, from the grave to the sky, Lord I lift ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Worry! Be Happy!!

Contributed by Casey Campbell on Feb 11, 2013

One of the greatest indictments against modern evangelical Christians today, is that we are like a bunch of grumpy old men; marked by pessimism and more interested in pushing political agendas and in winning intellectual arguments than in offering a unive

One of the greatest indictments against modern evangelical Christians today, is that we are like a bunch of grumpy old men; marked by pessimism and more interested in pushing political agendas and in winning intellectual arguments than in offering a universal vision of hope and working to change ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Ain’t Nobody Got Time For That

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 12, 2013

Are we using our time to advance the cause of Jesus and to enhance our relationship with Him? Is our time well spent?

Sweet Brown is an Oklahoma City resident who was interviewed by local news station KFOR News Channel 4 after evacuating from her apartment building that was set on fire last spring. Her dramatic testimony of the chaotic scene quickly led to massive exposure on YouTube and became viral. On the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16, Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Other

God's Design For Marriage Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Apr 26, 2013

"If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it does no good for the sentries to stand guard." (Psalm 127:1-2GNT).

God's design for Marriage The Bible tells us; "If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it does no good for the sentries to stand guard." (Psalm 127:1-2GNT). We live in a time of massive marital discord and family ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Caught In The Very Act! --Call The Tabloids!

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 9, 2013

Now what does Jesus write in the dust that causes all of the woman's accusers to leave?

Caught in the Very Act! --Call the Tabloids! John 7:53-8:11 Introduction This passage does not appear in many modern translations of the Bible, or it appears in the footnote which states that most ancient copies of the Scripture we have discovered does not contain it, or contains it with ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Does Preaching Still Matter?

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 14, 2013

Ezra's sermon to a weary people brought them joy and renewed strength to serve the Lord. Preaching today is no different. God's Word will bring joy and delight to those who sincerely seek Him.

We have a new pulpit! Today is our first Sunday to share this new piece of furniture. It was carefully selected to replace our old pulpit which was built by Herb Perkins over 30 years ago. We wanted to have something smaller, easier to move and more contemporary in design. This pulpit has both ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Song Of An Old Man Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jan 2, 2006

Lessons learned from the Hope, the Faith, and the Love expressed in Simeon’s Song

THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS: The Song of an Old Man Luke 2: 25-35 1. My little 20 month old grandson Kyle certainly loves to sing. He sings in the bathtub. He sings while playing with his toys. And he sings at the top of his voice from his car seat while his mom is trying to talk to me on her cell ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: United Methodist