Sermons on Defending:

Be Gentle Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 4, 2012

Gentleness is not a weakness but a strength. It seeks to fulfil the will of God and it shows concern for the needs of others.

Matt 11:28-30 "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Gentleness is a Fruit of the Spirit. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Declaration Of Divine Affection

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 29, 2010

We need to accept the truth that God loves us.

Intro: 1. Phillip Keller wrote about a border collie that he bought to herd sheep for him. The collie was inexpensive because it was an ill-tempered and unpredictable dog. The dog was less then friendly and did not trust him. At sometime it had been abused and badly neglected. He had to keep the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Another Visit To Corinth Series

Contributed by Kenneth Mitchell on Jan 31, 2008

The background of Corinth, the character of the city, Paul’s association with the Corinthian church, reasons to study 2 Corinthians, and an examination of the salutation, 1:1-2.

ANOTHER VISIT TO CORINTH January 13, 2008 Series: 2 Corinthians- Strength through Weakness 2 Corinthians 1:1-2 Introduction- How many Christians does it take to change a light bulb? Charismatics/Pentecostals: Ten. One to change the bulb, and nine to pray against the spirit of darkness. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whose Purpose Is It Anyway? Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 2, 2008

“Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails” (Proverbs 19:21).

“Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails” (Proverbs 19:21). I discovered something interesting today. I looked up all the times “purpose” and “plan” were used in the Bible. In the overwhelming majority of cases, “purpose” referred to God’s purpose regarding ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What’s In A Name

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Dec 14, 2009

Christmas sermon.

What’s in a name? Isaiah 9:6 Intro: One of the most difficult times I think we had in pre-child birth days, especially with Regan, was in picking a name. When we had the ultrasound done it was probably about a week or two too early and when the doctor looked he said, “Looks like a girl...no wait, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Lacking Love (Religious Leaders) Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 19, 2011

#1 in series, about religious leaders who followed the Law but did it without love.

Matthew 27:32-43 – Were You There? #1 – Lacking Love (Religious Leaders) This morning, as a build-up to Resurrection Day on April 24, I am beginning a series called Were You There? These messages will cause us to look at the witnesses of Jesus’ crucifixion, and hopefully see ourselves in their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Peace In The Face Of Death Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 26, 2008

Exposition of Psalm 3:1-8 about David fleeing from Absalom, and turning to the Lifter of his head

Text: Psalm 3:1-8, Title: Peace in the Face of Death, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/30/08, AM A. Opening illustration: story of Polycarp and his facing death B. Background to passage: This is the first psalm attributed to David in the Psalter. But more than that, it is one with a circumstance, which gives ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Worship Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 12, 2008

Exposition of Psalm 5 about David spending some time in the morning in worship of God

Text: Psalm 5:1-12, Title: Personal Worship, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/14/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Tell about Lew’s comments about Jesus only making disciples of those who want to be discipled, A man walked up to a vending machine, put in a coin, pressed the buttons labeled, “coffee, double ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Four Steps To Forgiveness

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Sep 15, 2014

When we find hate in our heart, it is simply a sign that we are going to need to forgive. Forgiveness doesn't make the other person right, it sets you free. For a believer , forgiveness is not simply the wisest choice, O Beloved, it is our only choice.

For Those that are not familiar with an Anglican Service; there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message. Today's assigned readings are: Exodus 14:19-31; Psalm 114; Romans 14:1-12 and Matthew 18:21-35 A driver placed a note under the windshield wiper of his illegally parked car..... which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Anglican

The Law And The Christian Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

Christians have recognized what observant men of all ages have noticed, and that is, that law that is a respecter of persons is an instrument of evil, whereas, law that treats all men equally is an instrument for justice.

An angry group of citizens shouted at their small town mayor-"Every city car that passes through here breaks the law by breaking the speed limit. You've got to do something about it, and do it fast." "Don't you worry," said the mayor with confidence. "I'll ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

The Adulterous Woman

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Aug 11, 2018

What does the story of the adulterous woman teach us about how we are to act with one another

The Adulterous Woman John 8:1-11 Jesus went unto the Mount of Olives. And early in the morning He came again into the Temple, and all the people came unto Him; and He sat down, and taught them. And the scribes and Pharisees brought unto Him a woman taken in adultery; and when they had set her in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Valley Of Shadows Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 10, 2019

In a world that is dominated by those who defy, avoid and simply fear death, David simply says "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil." Why was it that David could be so confident?

OPEN: “Life is short, and death is sure. Sin the cause. Christ the cure.” Vladimir Lenin - the first communist dictator of Russia - died in 1924. Shortly after his death, authorities decided to maintain his body in a mausoleum. So, for the past 95 years Lenin’s body has been on display in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4, Hebrews 2:14, Hebrews 13:5, Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Only Two Ways To Live

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 8, 2017

In Psalms 1 Christians are invited to examine the choices they have made so that they might answer a crucial question: am I living on the path that imitates the wicked ways of this world or the path that is faithful and obedient to God?

ONLY TWO WAYS TO LIVE Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Psalms 1 Ever before the Christian is a choice between two distinct and very different ways to live one’s life. Psalms 1 is a magnificent gateway to the extraordinary ancient collection of Hebrew religious verses of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Court In Session Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on May 9, 2016

Our passage presents another analysis of Jerusalem and Judah, and gives us more insight into the political and social condition.

Isaiah 3:8-15 Court in Session 9/3/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction We are in the midst of a gloomy section of judgments and analyses of Jerusalem’s and Judah’s condition that began with 2:6 and will run through 4:1. Really, from the beginning Isaiah’s message has been one of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 3:8-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Introduction To Galatians Series

Contributed by Paul Foster on Dec 26, 2014

An Introduction to Paul's Letter to the Galatian Church

Introduction In the last couple of years we have spent time looking at some of the important parts of the Old Testament, the life of Jesus and who he is and recently Jesus’ blueprint for being a Christian. Of course when Jesus returned to his Father, the Church began to grow around the world. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Anglican