Sermons on Definitions:

Portrait Of A Peacemaker - James 3:17-18 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 23, 2021

This message shows how several of the elements of human wisdom have been dressed up and have found their way into the church. We must beware of those. The message also gives insights into how to convert incidents of conflict into peace in the church and restore broken relationships.

James 3:17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. 18 Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness. Introduction God will call us His children, if and only if… How ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18

The Best Thing You Could Ever Do - Mark 12:28-31 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 10, 2024

Of all the good deeds you’ve done, which is the best? What’s the best deed anyone could ever do?

Mark 12:28 One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?” 29 “The most important one,” answered Jesus, “is this: ‘Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31, Matthew 22:34-40

Love God With Your Mind - Mark 12:28-31 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 30, 2025

Is emptying your mind the path to God—or away from Him? Biblical meditation fills the mind with truth; counterfeit spirituality bypasses it.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Mark 12:28-31 One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31

You Will Be Called Sons Of God-Matthew 5:9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 7, 2024

The wellbeing of the entire world depends on peaceful relationships in the church. This message is a reminder of the importance of peacemaking, gives instruction on how to achieve it, and examines the reward Jesus promised

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Why We Use The Kjv [king James Version]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

Scholarly, tactful presentation for those who understand the importance of starting with the right Greek text in the first place...good source mat’l for you. Link inc. to audio presentation.

Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html audio at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/KJV.html The Bible / Versions / God’s Promise: A test: (count how many you remember and then I’ll tell you how old you are!) 1. Candy cigarettes 2. Wax ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

You Must Be Born Again

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 7, 2011

We have all seen Clubs or Businesses with signs upon their doors, telling everyone their conditions for entrance. Some demand you to be a member before you enter, others demand you meet their dress code, etc. That is what John 3 is. It is the Lord’s Sign

TEXT: JOHN 3:1-21 TITLE: YOU MUST BE BORN AGAIN AUTHOR: JACK WOODARD _____________________________________________________________ INTRODUCTION: We have all seen Clubs or Businesses with signs upon ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 7b Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 19, 2018

Part 7B under Functions in the New Testament church deals with those functions that Paul styles as first, second, and third; that is, apostles, prophets, and teachers. What are their functions, and were they only for the earliest Christians, or all ages?

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:24-25, Acts 18:24-26, Matthew 7:28-29, Galatians 1:15-17, 1 Corinthians 11:4-5, 1 Corinthians 13:8-10, Ephesians 3:4-5, Hebrews 1:1-2, Ephesians 3:1-7, Acts 21:10-11, Galatians 1:11-12, 1 Corinthians 14:26-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mariology Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 10, 2022

Therefore, all the members of the Church are capable of sharing in spiritual goods and graces. The fact of physical death is no barrier to this; just as Christ overcame death by His perfect love, so in Christ, death is no longer a barrier for the believer.

Mariology As a protestant, I must say that I have never seen this word before - Mariology - and I am struggling with beginning the study of Mariology – How to start? Will my comments be relative? How can I help others and myself gain knowledge and understanding of Mariology? On this website, we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Believing What We Haven’t Seen Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 10, 2022

This sermon focuses on the Apostle known as "Doubting Thomas" and the role of faith without seeing in the life of a believer today.

A little trivia question for you old rockers out there. How many of you recognize the name Alice Cooper? Alice Cooper was a rocker from the 70s and part of the band that goes by the same name, Alice Cooper. It is hard to believe that Alice Cooper is 64 years old. I actually have a picture of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:18, John 20:19-31

Denomination: Christian Church

Life's Too Short To...live In The Past Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 10, 2005

Part 6 in series "Life’s Too Short To..." this message looks at a life stuck in regret and guilt, and contrasts it with a life in the experience of God’s freedom, release, recovery, and good news.

Life’s Too Short To. . .Live In The Past Life’s Too Short To… prt. 6 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers 5/8/05 I would venture to say there’s a good possibility that there are some people at Wildwind Church today who are not carrying any regrets. Do you think that’s possible? I’ll bet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

"Saved?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 6, 2005

While we’re attempting to reach "Harry and Sally" with updated methods and terminology, let’s not throw the baby out with the bath water

“But when the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in righteousness, but according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out upon us richly through Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-7

Denomination: Orthodox

the Covenant Signs And Seals: Covenant Baptism Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Jul 8, 2002

Baptism is a sign of covenant inclusion for the visible people which seals our union with Christ through the work of the Holy Spirit.

INTRODUCTION: A Reformation study of the sacraments is a sad study, filled with testimonies of bitter polemics, schism, division, and even execution. One may catch a glimpse of the pain, seeing Zwingli at Marburg, or a drowning protestor in Zurich, or a banished ¡°sacramentarian¡± in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Mercy That Shows Mercy Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 24, 2006

5th sermon in an 8 part series on the Beatitudes. This series challenges us to "Shift" our thinking in what really brings true happiness. (*Rewritten and refreshed in 8/08. Powerpoint and Video Clips available on request)

SHIFT - Part 5 THE MERCY THAT GIVES MERCY - The Boomerang Blessing MATTHEW 5:7 & MATTHEW 18:21-35 INTRODUCTION: Maybe you have noticed, in reading through the beatitudes, that they fall into 2 distinct categories? The first 4 deal with our relationship to God. We are "poor in spirit," ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Christian Church

What Does It Mean To Repent Of Sin? Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Apr 1, 2007

Sometimes in the church we throw around words and due to their constant use we forget what the meaning of the word actually is. One of the most misunderstood words we use is the word "repentance". What exactly does repentance mean and how important is r

What Does it Mean to Repent of Sin? Introduction: The word repentance is not a popular word in today’s society. It is not popular because if we call people to repentance then we are admitting that people are doing something wrong. People don’t like to be told that they are wrong or have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Member's Only! Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Nov 30, 2008

Part 5 of our Fracture series looks at the barrier of favoritism. We tackle what the bible has to say about social and class warfare and how we need to keep this out of the church.

Fracture Part 5- “Member’s Only” Pastor Ryan Akers I am excited about this message today. Because it’s a message that I think affects all of us but none of us want to openly admit that we struggle with what I am about to talk about. That’s what makes it fun because it’s so challenging. Before we ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan