Sermons on Decency:

Our Quick Change Society

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 17, 2005

Society seems to go by us so fast we do not have the time to assess it or where we are in it. We are admonished to focus on the Lord, not on our ever-changing world. (From a wonderful sermon I read on Sermon Central.)

Incredible changes have taken place in the past hundred years. We are experiencing more change than ever in history. The rate of change is so great that we barely catch our breath before another blast of change slams into us. Everything we’re familiar with is changing, right before our eyes. We ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6

Denomination: *other

The Lordship Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Sep 1, 2005

The basis of the disciple’s call to reach the unreached with the message of Jesus is ground in His authority.

Great Commission Series The Lordship of Jesus Matthew 28:18 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO That’s quite a statement. Think about it a minute. “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.” The statement leaves no room for debate. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honoring Your Parents Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

The Bible teaches us that there are two truths to consider when we read the 5th commandment: (1. The call to honor our earthly parents… (2. And the call to be honorable as earthly parents! It is not just a call to the children, but also to the dad an

TEXT: Ex. 20:12; Luke 2:41-52; Eph. 6:1-4 INTRO: When God gave Moses the 10 commandments they came on 2 tablets of stone. Tablet #1 had the first 4 commandments on them and dealt exclusively with man’s relationship with God; tablet #2 had the last 6 commandments and they dealt with man’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Walk Of A Believer Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Nov 20, 2005

What is one of the hardest things for believers today?

What is one of the hardest parts of being a Christian? For most people, I would have to say, walking out their faith amidst an unchristian world. With all the distraction and attractions which pull at our lives, the walk of a believer is tested on a daily basis, sometimes hourly, it seems. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sentry Duty

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 28, 2005

Spiritually-speaking we have a lot of silent alarms today. The duty of the watchman is to sound the alarm.

September 4, 2005 (Labor Day Weekend) So you, mortal, I have made a sentinel for the house of Israel; whenever you hear a word from my mouth, you shall give them warning from me. If I say to the wicked, "O wicked ones, you shall surely die," and you do not speak to warn the wicked to turn from ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:7-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Adam's Rib Or Women's Lib Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 20, 2006

Second in a series from 1 Timothy. This message deals with the role of women in the church.

Note: I’m indebted to Ray Stedman for the title of this sermon - it was just too good to pass up! Read 1 Timothy 2:8-15 (NIV) Questions to ask: 1. Should this be applied universally for all believers at all times? 2. Is it a complete handbook for church behavior? 3. Was Paul a chauvinist? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

"Child, Remember…”

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Nov 11, 2006

A day is coming when all of us will be called to remember our lives – our attitudes and our actions – and to give an accounting for them. some will carry the memory of their sins and their rebellion for eternity, while others’ sin has been cast into the s

“I am an American fighting man. I serve in the forces that guard our country and protect our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.” Article I, United States Code Of Conduct Brave words; Noble words; Head-lifting, chest-filling, adrenalin-pumping, flag-waving words. All ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Love

Contributed by Rick Hope on Feb 14, 2006

Everyone talks about true love. But the Apostle John tells us how we are supposed to love.

In just two days, we celebrate a holiday centered around the concept of love. We’ve seen traces of it for weeks. Hearts, flowers, candy… My wife told me exactly what she wanted this year… she told me she wanted flowers…but not roses. Anyone can get roses, she said. She wanted tulips. And so I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Your Portrait In Scripture Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 25, 2007

You would probably be surprised if you opened your Bible and there on the pages of scripture was an eight by ten picture of your own face looking back at you.

You would probably be surprised if you opened your Bible and there on the pages of scripture was an eight by ten picture of your own face looking back at you. But you will see your portrait in scripture. The Bible talks about three different portraits and every one of us fits in to one of these ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day 2007

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 9, 2007

From Proverbs 31 I want to mention some things that mothers do in order to honor them today. 1- Her hands work 2- Her mouth speaks 3- Her heart loves

INTRO.- ILL.- A drill sergeant was frustrated in his efforts to make a soldier out of a certain recruit. The trainee lagged behind on marches, used any excuse to go on sick call, grumbled constantly about the food, and never made his cot properly. But one day, a noticeable change took place in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Home Sweet Home

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

This morning I want to look at the story of a young man who discovered the truth of the familiar quote, "There's no place like home." It's the familiar story of the prodigal son...but maybe from a different angle than you've heard it before.

HOME SWEET HOME LUKE 15:11 24 There is an old song that is still popular that says, "There's no place like home for the holidays..." With Thanksgiving and Christmas just around the corner our thoughts often turn toward home. For me, there are so many great memories of the times my family had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Moses On The Mountain With The Lord - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 3, 2011

1. God sets holy standards for us (Exo 19:20-25). 2. We need Godly support (Exo 19:24). 3. God speaks so that we will believe (Exo 20:1-20 & 19:9). 4. We need a Savior (Exo 19:20-22 & Heb 12:18-26).

Moses on the Mountain with the Lord - Part 3 Exodus 19:14-20:20 & Hebrews 12:18-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 16, 2010 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION *This summer are looking into the Word of God to see Moses on the mountain with the Lord. Most people think Moses only went ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This

Contributed by Eric Anthony on Jul 21, 2014

In the midst of troublesome times, God has a way that can not be mistaken, God has given us a way out of Satan's 'No Way.'

“FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS” SCRIPTURE: ESTHER 4:13-17 I. INTRODUTION A. ESTHER 4:13-17 When we review the book of Esther, we see that Ahasuerus was the king of Persia. God’s people, Israel, wee in the provinces of Persia. Its here that the king had the leaders of 127 ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's About Time:beware!caution! Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on May 27, 2013

Rather than just telling us what we should not do, the Lord here tells us why we should not do the things He forbids.

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church May 26th, 2013 Ephesians 5:3-7 It’s about time Beware! Caution! Intro: In our last study, we considered verses 1-2. • We were told to be “followers of God, as dear children • We are/imitate God---child imitates/parent. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Your Hero Becomes A Zero Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 8, 2013

Malachi is declaring how bad leadership causes “bad” fellowship. (The priesthood had spoiled and corrupted a nation.) Spiritual leaders must accept the responsibility of the call to live holy lives.

“When Your Hero Becomes a Zero” Malachi Series Pt. 4 July 7, 2013 Introduction A In Malachi, the first group of offenders God addresses are the priests. Malachi 1:6 (NASB) 6 " 'A son honors his father, and a servant his master. Then if I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist