Sermons on Debates:

A Gospel That Gives God Glory Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 15, 2014

While we benefit from the gospel, it is primarily about God's glory and not my good.

Many of you may have seen a recent video clip of a prominent pastor speaking these words: I just want to encourage every one of us to realize that when we obey God, we’re not doing it for God — I mean, that’s one way to look at it — we’re doing it for ourselves, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Unbelievers Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 22, 2016

Just because someone doesn't believe in the Bible doesn't mean we can't witness to them.

Dealing With Unbelievers Text: Acts 17:16-34 Introduction 1. A recent study by the George Barna Group showed how Americans feel about the Bible. While many Americans still believe in the authority of the Bible, the survey showed "the biggest jump of any group are those American adults who are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Methodist

Faith Without Works Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: Faith Without Works James 2:14-26 I. Introduction A. We are continuing in our series "Christianity for Dummies" based on the Book of James. The first two weeks, we examined How to Respond to Trials & How to Understand & Defeat Temptation. Since that time, our ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Horror Of Hell Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 3, 2015

Why do we need to talk about hell? The Bible talks about hell. Jesus taught about hell. And God’s justice demands that we talk about hell.

“THE HORROR OF HELL” SELECTED PASSAGES OPEN There were two churches in a small town whose buildings were located across the street from each other. One congregation was liberal and the other was conservative. The liberal congregation’s sign announced the sermon for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Odd Sparrow

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 19, 2020

A sermon examining the fact that God sees you as being one of great value.

The Odd Sparrow Luke 12:6-7 (3/19/23) On September 8th, 2022 Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom passed away. Over two thousand people were in attendance for her funeral, hundreds of thousands of mourners passed by her flag draped coffin at Westminster hall, and millions more watched the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

For: Life - What A Beautiful Choice Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Feb 12, 2019

INTRODUCTION: Video: To Value Life = 1:57 (Found and purchased from Sermon Spice)

As we continue in our series explaining what we are FOR as a church we come to a very important and sometimes controversial subject. As a church we are FOR: LIFE. We wanted to talk about this because we believe it is a subject that is dear to our Lord and so must be to us as His followers. But I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:11-12, Matthew 5:14

Denomination: Christian Church

An Invitation To An Unforgettable Meal (Revelation 19:1-21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 22, 2023

A practical, no-rapture, academically rigorous reading of Revelation.

Last week, in Revelation 18, we read about the vision John saw of a future, when Babylon has been destroyed by God. No matter how secure she looks, and powerful, the truth is that she cannot stand against God. Revelation 18 told us there were many reasons why God judged her: her boastful speech ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-21

Third Journey Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jun 20, 2023

Paul’s second journey had barely concluded when he set out again to strengthen and encourage the churches. In his third journey, we find a few interesting stories from which we can learn about how we ought to live as Christians today.

Introduction Video Ill.: Paul’s Third Missionary Journey - Graphe This morning, we are continuing our summer road trip, going along with Paul on his journeys as recorded in Acts. We started by joining Paul and Barnabas on their first journey as they traveled throughout the province of Asia, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Has A Way About Him Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Aug 15, 2022

Christians seem to really like to explain God. We seem to have an answer for everything, no matter what the question is; sometimes those explanations come from scripture, sometimes they come from theologians and theories, but we seem to have the answer. Do we always have to have the answer?

God has a way about Him Joshua 10:12-14 Series: Light Pollution (12) Then spake Joshua to the LORD in the day when the LORD delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon. (13) ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:12-14

Laying Down My Rights Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 18, 2022

The kingdom of God is brought near to others when I gladly lay down my rights for the good of others

ENGAGE I want to begin this morning by asking you to fill in the blanks in the two statements at the top of your sermon outline. Just write down the first thing that comes to mind and not what you think I want you to write down. In order to be a “good Christian” you must: In order to be a “good ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

3rd Sunday In Lent, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 16, 2023

MARCH 8th, 2026.

Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 95:1-11, Romans 5:1-11, John 4:5-42. A). A PLACE OF NO WATER. Exodus 17:1-7. Moses must have been pretty near the end of his tether (Exodus 17:4). After all, the LORD had already heard the cries of His people in their bondage (Exodus 3:7), and sent Moses to them: but it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 95:1-11, Romans 5:1-11, John 4:5-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Balanced Life

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 27, 2025

This message examines how Satan tempted Jesus and how Jesus used the Word of God to stop him in his tracks. Jesus' temptation is a lesson for how we too should respond when we face temptations.

A Balanced Life Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11; John 9:39; Second Corinthians 4:3-4 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message today is “A Balanced Life.” So far this year I have stood before you and talked about getting our thoughts in line with the Word of God and then acting on those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, John 9:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Won’t Walk By

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 25, 2025

Loving Christians refuse to walk past suffering; they see, feel, and act with Christlike compassion that changes lives for eternity.

It was just after sunset on a chilly evening in Chicago. The streets pulsed with life—horns, footsteps, laughter, rushing commuters. The Michigan Avenue Bridge glittered with lights reflecting off the black water below. Thousands passed across it every hour. But on this particular night, one man ...read more

Scripture: John 13:35, Lamentations 1:12, Luke 10:33, Matthew 25:40, 1 John 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Light And Life Of Men Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024

The bedrock promise of the Bible is this: “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose” (Romans 8:28). Everything terrible will turn around for good because of the birth of Christ!

Christmas is in high gear at Cross Church and allow me to say to wish you a very merry Christmas! Thank you for joining me for a Christmas sermon series entitled, A Timeless Christmas. I invite you to find John 1 with me. People are increasingly talking about the holiday as Christmas Day ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-11, Isaiah 9:1-2, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

You Will Never See Death Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 25, 2024

The stakes are cosmically and eternally high at this moment. Jesus’ actions don’t determine the outcome of some silly game, but determine the eternal destinies of millions of men and women, boys and girls. This is the ultimate “Don’t Blink” moment.

A journalist and a father of a three -year-old boy came home in 2019. The young boy saw his dad working on his iPad while he was at the house. So, while the dad was at work, the three-year-old boy picked up the iPad and tried to use it when his dad was away. Only the iPad was password protected. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-59

Denomination: Baptist