Sermons on Debt Release:

Following The Example Of Love Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 15, 2008

We can try to unify around a cause, a vision, a goal, a presidential candidate, or even a need, but none of those forms of unity glorify God. They glorify the cause, the vision the goal or the candidate. It is only when we, like a piano, are each tuned

We are fast approaching Easter, this upcoming Friday we will be celebrating (yes, celebrating) Good Friday, the day of our Lord’s crucifixion with a service that begins at 7pm. Then Sunday morning, you can expect a rousing encounter with our Risen Savior as we declare His glories! Invite your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Shame Of The Cross

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Mar 19, 2012

While we normally focus on the pain Jesus suufered, this is an attempt to focus on the horrible shame associated with His crucifixion.

The Shame of the Cross Text: Deuteronomy 21:22-23 I. Welcome II. Introduction Our theme this year is “Beyond Ourselves in 2012!” The thrust of this theme is on carrying the gospel to our community as the Lord commanded us in the great commission recorded in Matthew 28:19-20. Just as our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiving One Another PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of forgiveness, as a reflection of God's love and justice, in healing relationships and personal wholeness.

Welcome, beloved family of God, to this blessed gathering where we break bread and share in the Lord's teachings. We are here, not by chance or coincidence, but by the divine appointment of our Heavenly Father who drew us together in this sacred space. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32

Topics: Living, Example

Buying Blessings?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 31, 2015

Do you have a Simon the Samaritan spirit??

Acts 8 17 Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost. 18 And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles' hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, 19 Saying, Give me also this power, that on whomsoever I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost. 20 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

"Jesus Is The High Priest"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 26, 2018

Jesus is the high Priest who stays with us, never leaves us, dies for us, and saves us!

“Jesus is The High Priest” Hebrew 7:23-28 • They had charge of sanctuary and alter they offered sacrifices for sins • They lighted the lamps of the tabernacle, burned incense • Placed the Bread of Presence on the alter every Sabbath • Offered Sacrifice for his sins then washed his hands and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:23-28

Denomination: Methodist

Forgiveness In Prayer Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Sep 24, 2001

Why receiving God’s forgiveness and extending forgiveness to others is essential to prayer.

This last week we’ve heard a lot of rhetoric in light of September 11th’s terrorist attack on our nation. We’ve heard our president use words like "dead or alive" and punishing evil doers. We’ve heard the military’s phrase "infinite justice." We’ve been bombarded with words like hate crimes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12, Luke 11:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confessions Of The Heart

Contributed by W F on Oct 31, 2004

Confession is hard, but if we believe the bible, then confession is good news.

1 John 1:9 “Confessions of the Heart” INTRODUCTION Are we basically good or basically bad? Hollywood religion is undecided. Basically good = Tarzan or Pocahontas. “Out there” there are still pristine societies to be discovered – deep in the jungles there exist tribes without sin – untainted ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: *other

Mercy . . . Mercy! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 4, 2008

What does it mean to be merciful? Can you be merciful without forgiving others?

Mercy . . . . Mercy November 2, 2008 Matthew 5:3-7 Does anyone who is over 30 years old remember what happened on March 24, 1989? When most of us struggle with what we had for breakfast this morning, this one is a real brain tester. It was a cold night off the coast of Alaska. The captain of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Critiquing The Critic Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 8, 2012

Speaking in condemning, critical ways seems to be second nature to us. However, James gives us reason and instruction to prevent this sinful behavior.

1. “No New Taxes” Illustration Who said, “Read my lips. No new taxes”? "Read my lips: no new taxes" is the famous phrase spoken by then presidential candidate George H. W. Bush at the 1988 Republican National Convention as he accepted the nomination on August 18th. Written ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Guarantee Of A Better Covenant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 24, 2014

To prove that CHRIST is our Guarantor, and we are the debtors.

I. EXORDIUM: Who's your Guarantor? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that CHRIST is our Guarantor, and we are the debtors. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:22 (Amplified Bible) 7:22 In keeping with [the oath’s greater strength and force], Jesus has become the Guarantee of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgiveness Is Not An Option

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Oct 26, 2009

Many people come to church unable to worshp freely because they are busy nursing wounds and hurts from the past. The only remedy for freedom is forgiveness.

FORGIVENESS IS NOT AN OPTION Colossians 3:12-13 Preached October 25, 2009 INTRODUCTION The mother of four young boys often had difficulty curbing their energy, especially in church. But when her minister preached on "turning the other cheek," the boys gave him their undivided attention. “No ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christianity 101-Be Like Christ!

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 4, 2007

As Christians we should follow His example. In this sermon I share several things I believe we should do as Christians to "Be Like Christ."

Read Scripture Acts 11:19-26 I want us to think about that last sentence for a few minutes this morning. The Disciples were first called Christians in Antioch. Those who called themselves believers and considered themselves to be His disciples were referred to as Christians. Some scholars ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Redeemed

Contributed by Thomas Baird on Dec 11, 2012

We spend so much time looking back... wishing we could change the past... feeling that others only remember us for who we WERE... and not what we are today... But we have been redeemed..

Redeemed 10/16/2012 Take your Bible if you would… and turn to Galatians chapter 3… And when you get there I want us to start in verse 26… and we will move on into chapter 4… as I see this as a continued thought… Galatians 3:26–4:7 (NIV84) 26 You are all sons ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Independence Day

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Jul 3, 2003

Discovering that Christ has set us free from guilt, death and the fear of accusation

Independence Day Scripture: John 8:34-36, Romans 8:2 Theme: It is only in Christ Jesus that we find true freedom Seed: Song “Independence Day” by White Heart & an old sermon I wrote 10 years ago Purpose: Help believers to recognize the freedom they have in Christ and motivate seekers ...read more

Scripture: John 8:34-36, Romans 8:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Repairing Relationships" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 6, 2017

Sometimes we need to extend forgiveness to others and request forgiveness from others. How do we do this?

Sometimes newspapers have to publish corrections to previous stories. Occasionally, in their attempt to make amends, they make it worse. For example, one paper published a correction that said, "In a recent article we referred to the Chairman of Chrysler Corporation as Lee Iacoocoo. That was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Baptist