Sermons on Decline:

Faith Like A Mustard Seed

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 1, 2004

Why do you think Jesus said Faith like a mustard seed will do?

Hear the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Luke Glory to you O Lord 5The apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith!" 6He replied, "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ’Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it will obey you. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Anglican

God's Economy: Discovering Ownership Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 31, 2010

THE FIRST STEP IN EXCHANGING OUR ECONOMY IS DISCOVERING TRUE OWNERSHIP.

God's Economy: Discovering Ownership 1 Corinthians 10:26 Americans Under 70 May Find 2008 Was Their Least Favorite Year by Matthew Benjamin Dec. 31 (Bloomberg) -- This wasn't just a bad year for the economy. By some measures, it was the worst year any American under age 70 has ever seen. Home ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:26

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Finding Common Ground Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 11, 2011

Looking into 2011 year as a banner year for NRBC, this message is the common ground upon which every member can rally around--increase, improvement, impact

Text: Acts 15:28-29, Title: New Riverlutions: Common Ground, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/9/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Rocky theme, tell about eating breakfast at Two Trails with Jim, Will, John B. Background to passage: people stirring up trouble in Antioch, church on fire, division, etc. Exp the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

What Has Become Of Sin?

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 8, 2019

Throughout History Sin has been a topic that we know what it is, & we don’t talk about it. We know not to do it, or encourage others to do it. What’s changed? Sin has become so open & welcome!

Sermon- What has become of sin? - In studying Hosea we talked a little about the openness of sin before the fall of northern Israel. - The way sin works is, it comes in as a mere thought. Then comes the response to the thought, & sin is produced. Then when sin is produced, ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Build On Rock, Not Sand Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 2, 2017

" pray for our young religious and seminarians, for all of us will be judged on the basis of where we build–on the firm rock of obedience to God, or on shifting sand."

Thursday of the First Week in Lent Reformation & Revolution It is the happy decision of the Church that brings us so much of the prophet Isaiah as we celebrate the time of expectation, the time of Advent. Isaiah was a prophet of hope in a time of social and religious and political upheaval. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Catholic

The Demand For A King Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 16, 2022

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series "Israel's 1st King". This Series is about King Saul.

Series: Israel’s 1st King [#1] THE DEMAND FOR A KING 1 Samuel 8:1-7 Introduction: The life of Saul, the 1st King of Israel, is a study in contrasts. Saul began his reign in victory, and he ended it in a humiliating defeat. He lost his character, his power, and ultimately, his crown and his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

How We Grow

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 27, 2015

Most folks want their church to grow, but what are the practical steps to make that happen? This message addresses three areas that need to be prepared if we are going to see growth in our churches.

Growing the Church You ever think about Church Growth? You ever wonder about whether or not Cornerstone is growing? Does it every cross or mind, is it even relevant in your life? There are some folks at Cornerstone who honestly never think about church growth, they attend, they enjoy the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:2-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Make America Godly Again

Contributed by Charles Payne on Feb 26, 2025

MAGA (MAKE AMERICA GODLY AGAIN) BUT…True greatness does not come from political power, wealth, or military might but from a nation’s spiritual health —its devotion to God, righteousness, and truth.

Key Scripture Passages: 2 Chronicles 7:14 – "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." INTRODUCTION: Robert F. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Life Is Hard Jesus Is There Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 15, 2021

This message goes from John 11 on the death Of Lazarus but goes beyond to all hard times in life.

“WHEN LIFE IS HARD JESUS IS THERE” John 11 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ July 25, 2021 VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/fGe6WlCL8dY INTRODUCTION: This morning, we come to a passage of Scripture which deals with death, a matter which is truly one of those hard things we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15, Matthew 28:20, Galatians 6:2, John 13:34-35, Psalm 27:10, Isaiah 49:15, Ecclesiastes 12:1-5, John 14:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Games People Play - Uno Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003

Using Board Games as a jumping off place we looked at our Christianity.This sermon deals with unity.

The Games People Play – Uno Unity INTRODUCTION: 1. As Christians, we have a responsibility to maintain unity in the Church. ILLUSTRATION: A long time ago, a little child in an African tribe wandered off into the tall jungle grass and could not be found. The tribe searches all day, but could ...read more

Scripture: John 17:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Planet In Crisis Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 18, 2016

You may have shrugged it off when you read about it in the newspaper or heard about it on TV. But it's real, and it fulfills Bible prophecy.

World leaders know that our planet is in a heap of trouble. For years, analysts, thought leaders, and strategists have been warning, with increasing stridency, about a perfect storm of challenges that threaten our global economy, our global society, and our relative peace. These analysts and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:7, John 14:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Harm In Same Sex Marriage Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 16, 2015

What's the harm in same sex marriage? (Material adapted from various sources and Marriage: What is it, why it matters, and the consequences of redefining it by Ryan T. Anderson)

HoHum: Henry Rollins- “Don't hide behind the Constitution or the Bible. If you're against gay marriage, just be honest, put a scarlet 'H' on your shirt, and say, 'I am a homophobe!” WBTU: Many are saying that we are losing the fight over marriage in this country. A majority of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Civilization In America: An Excellent Idea

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 19, 2013

A sermon of judgment on the nation of Judah and parallels to the USA (Outline taken from James Smith in the book, The Major Prophets, pgs. 206-208)

HoHum: It is said that Ghandi was asked, "What is your opinion of the American civilization?" His reply: "I think it would be an excellent idea." WBTU: A few years ago, a politician said this: “A country that has been now since 1963 relentlessly in the courts driving God out of public life ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Of Utmost Concern Sermon Vi: Following Jesus To The Nth Degree Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 12, 2020

In times like these, with so much at stake in our world of blame and shame, Christians are called on to follow Jesus in all their ways all their days to a degree that puts no restriction on a mature believer's love for Christ.

JESUS LEFT NO DOUBT ABOUT WHAT IT MEANS TO FOLLOW HIM TO THE NTH DEGREE When we first “enrolled in His school” and became Disciples of Christ, we sang that little chorus, “If you want joy, real joy, wonderful joy, let Jesus come into your heart.” Then we learned the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26-33

290 - The Risen Christ

Contributed by Joel Vicente on May 27, 2004

The PURPOSE, POWER and PROMISE of the Risen Christ.

Illustrate Humor: An older couple had trouble remembering common, day-to-day things. They both decided that they would write down requests the other had, and so try to avoid forgetting. One evening the wife asked if the husband would like anything. He replied, Yes. I’d like a large ice-cream sundae ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist