Sermons on Debate:

Friendly Enemies Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 22, 2021

For 4 years I worked in a printing company where my boss was an atheist. He had no love for spiritual things at all, and yet I had to obey his orders and cooperate with him as a Christian

One of the perpetual questions in the life of a believer is, what should my relationship be to unbelievers? Can a Christian be a real friend with a non-Christian? What if his beliefs and actions are obviously contrary to Christian values? Is the often-quoted verse for separation to be our guide? ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:9

A Beginners Guide To Free Will Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 9, 2017

This sermon is part of a series through the Augsburg Confession. Topic Free Will and Predestination. In the sermon is the acronym for TULIP. I also placed a sign over the two exit doors. One says Heaven. The other Hell. Can you choose?

In Jesus Holy Name November 12, 2017 Series: Augsburg Confession Redeemer AC XVIII Free Will Text: Romans 8:6-8 “A Beginner’s Guide to Free Will” The issue of free will and predestination is one that has created endless conversation and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Stew, The Smell Will Tell

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 17, 2017

STEW, CONTINUAL STATE OF SUPPRESSED AGITATION and WORRY. Many people in our churches are not thankful as they are too busy stewing? A skunk may claim to be a cat, but the smell will tell.

STEW: THE SMELL WILL TELL. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 21:19 And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon, but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-31, James 1:22-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"revealed, Recognized, And The Faith To Follow" (Sermon 4 On The Gospel Of John 2021) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Mar 29, 2021

This message deals with some of the early disciples of Christ, and how they responded to him when they recognized him as the Messiah

REVEALED, RECOGNIZED, AND THE FAITH TO FOLLOW John 1:35-51 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ February 07, 2021 Video Link: https://youtu.be/hxDN3dmjjYE INTRODUCTION: 1.) Revealed, Recognized, and Respected with our faith! 2.) The Gospel of John is the revealing Jesus as the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51, Genesis 28:10-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Work And Wages Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

Jesus not only dignified labor by His life but by His choice of disciples, for He picked them, not from idleness, but from the labor force. He called them from their jobs. He wanted men who were prepared to work.

It is probably a fictitious story, but a wife who had her husband cremated was asked if she wanted his ashes in an urn. She said, “No. I want them put in an hour glass to set on the mantel. That lazy rascal never did a day’s work in his life, but I’m going to keep him busy from now on.” George ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

A Bold Message Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 30, 2016

This is the final lesson of the series. It is a reminder for us to embrace our discipleship and boldly share the good news of our King.

1. Series Review -- Close Encounter of the Holy Kind a. We have a universal longing for God -- Ecclesiastes 3.11 b. His singular provision is his glory/presence within and among us c. We have a common access to that glory in and through the church d. The Epic Failure of Many Churches -- Loss of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatness Of Jesus (Complete Text)

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 6, 2017

The significance of the Transfiguration: Jesus is the greatest of all!

THE GREATNESS OF JESUS. Mark 9:2-9. Peter wanted to build three temples on the Mount of Transfiguration: one for Moses, one for Elijah, and one for Jesus. The impetuous disciple was so awestruck that he did not really know what he was saying. Just in that moment a cloud covered the little group ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9, John 8:53, John 4:12, Matthew 12:6, Matthew 12:41-42, Hebrews 13:20, Hebrews 4:14, Hebrews 3:1-6, Titus 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Meet The Messiah!"

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 12, 2014

How God’s Ancient Announcement Delivers Contemporary Comfort

Well, the roster for the Canadian Olympic men’s hockey team was announced last week. Not surprisingly hockey enthusiasts are debating the selection of athletes. It was a no-brainer of course to include Sydney Crosby on the team, but was it wise to leave off a veteran like Joe Thornton? In ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The Value Of God's Gift

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 15, 2016

Looking at the value of God's gift to us in Jesus

The Value of God's Gift December 18, 2016 1 John 4:9-10 Christmas is such a great time of the year, especially for kids. But my family didn’t celebrate Christmas, so I missed out on all of that fun. But we did celebrate Chanukah! We would light the Chanukah candles each night for the 8 nights ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Mary's Magnificat

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 16, 2016

Mary is overflowing with praise because of the greatness of God!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • When is it the easiest to offer praise to God? • Is it when great things happen or when circumstances work out in one’s favor? • As we get to this final message in this series, we must take note of one thing. • Mary has had quite a wonderful journey thus far. Today we ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Be A Relevant Church Series

Contributed by Darian Catron on Jul 17, 2015

Do we believe that God is relevant to the needs of today? Do we believe that God is applicable to our needs today? If we believe that God is the solution, then what are we doing about it?

INTRODUCTION: Today there is a lot of talk about churches needing to be relevant. What that usually means for those who might believe this way is that churches must change their style – change their music, change their preaching, change their approach, change their methods to fit the culture ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:34-44, Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Addiction Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 21, 2015

Preaching has taken over my life!

July 12, 2015 Church Planting My Addiction Acts 13:13-15 Opening words: I love this story. There was a pastor who never prepared his sermons in advance. His name was Ralph. Every Sunday morning he'd sit on the platform while the church was singing the hymns, desperately praying, "Lord, give me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-15

Denomination: Methodist

Saints Or Aint's Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 13, 2013

There is a time for the sheep and the goats to be divided. This happens when Jesus demands something of his followers.

Saints pr Aint's John 6:60-71 Introduction Last Week, we covered the conclusion of Jesus’ Bread of Life Sermon delivered at the synagogue at Capernaum. In it, the Jews were offended first by Jesus’ claim to have come down from heaven (God). They thought they knew where He came from. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Are You Thinking?

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 23, 2013

The things that you allow to stay on your mind will affect your faith.

August 25, 2013 Morning Worship Text: Luke 5:17-26 Subject: Renewing Your Mind Title: What Are You Thinking Some time ago I preached a series about the things you say. Does it matter what you say? Of course it does. The bible is pretty clear about the fact that you have authority to speak into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Are Barabbas

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 14, 2013

There are so many places within scripture where the gospel is foreshadowed. The account of Barabbas’ release is one such place.

This morning I would like to spend a short amount of time studying about a man that we do not know too much about, but a man that for a small amount of time plays an important role in the darkness and injustice that happens the day our Lord was crucified. The man I am speaking of is Barabbas. There ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ