Sermons on denominations:

Different Bible Translations Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 15, 2022

Questions Often Asked Concerning Different Bible Translations

Questions Often Asked Concerning Different Bible Translations 1. The last question, "How do I choose a Bible translation?" is essential and the reason for asking and answering the other three. (Page 1) 2. What is the most exact English translation available in the world? The New American ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Unity Of The Spirit

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Ever since the early church, there have been schemes and promotions to produce unity in the church. But, divisions continue. The only medicine to heal the wounds of disunity and discord is found in this text of Scripture.

UNITY OF THE SPIRIT TEXT: Eph 4:1-3 1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2 With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; 3 Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

The Bride Of Christ

Contributed by James Trusty on May 15, 2001

Understanding what the Bride is. Is it the church,or not?

"The Bride of Christ” Rev. Rev. 21:9 a[seven angels] These angels are redeemed people, for one of them tells John that he is a prophet (Rev. 1:1; Rev. 19:10; Rev. 22:8-9). He is a man (Rev. 21:17). b[Come hither, I will shew thee the bride] The Bride of Christ Rev. 21:9-10 should ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Church Of God

From Death To Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2010

Paul persecuted Christians of the early church with a ferocious intensity. That is until he encountered Jesus. Meeting Jesus turned Paul's life around. He, who was dead, experienced new life.

Acts 9:1-6 “From Death to Life” INTRODUCTION Almost all of us have experienced a life changing event in our lives. The people who worked at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 (but missed being at work that morning) share that their lives have been changed. For many of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Perfect Peace Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 6, 2007

Centuries before Christ, the prophet shares a divine vision of perfect peace, which Christians believe is fulfilled through the risen Christ.

Easter Day Yr C, 8/04/2007 Isa 65:17-25 Rev. Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of The Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Perfect Peace” A few years back a west coast bishop returned home from a meeting of his denomination’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Why The City

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 16, 2007

This sermon was part of a service of Prayer for our City. For Christ to reach a nation, he must reach the cities.

Why> the City (Church of the City Prayer Service) – Combined, Bi-lingual Service Opening Songs ED - Message: Today our church is participating in something that is happening in 80 other congregations of all kinds across the city of San Antonio. About a month ago Dallas, Jesus, and I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shew Us Thy Glory

Contributed by J Richison on Aug 10, 2017

Do you desire to see God?

Shew Us Thy Glory Exodus 33: 12-18 Glory belongs to God (Isaiah 42:8) As light to the sun; water to the sea; heat to the desert; cold to the arctic; clouds to the sky; and stars to the night sky. In the Old Testament God's glory was likened to: Shekinah Glory Fire by night Cloud by ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hosea’s Risky Love, Part 2

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 1, 2022

In the days the past, the clarion call and mission of the black church was two-fold: it served as a beacon of hope for the lost-soul seeking grace and mercy, but it also functioned as an oasis for all issues affecting the community. BMCR is That for the United Methodist Church

Hosea 11:1-5, 9-11 11:1 When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. 11:2 The more I called them, the more they went from me; they kept sacrificing to the Baals, and offering incense to idols. 11:3 Yet it was I who taught Ephraim to walk, I took them up in my arms; but ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-5, Hosea 11:9-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Candlestick Is Gone

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 7, 2021

You are not being loyal or honoring God by putting makeup on a cadaver. Seek life, not mausoleums.

Revelation 2:5 Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent. If every church in Revelation, including the ones He complimented the most, ceased to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:5, Revelation 3:1, Romans 13:11-12, 2 Samuel 12:14, Luke 16:8, 2 Timothy 3:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness - H.o.l.y.

Contributed by Brian Eatock on Feb 12, 2006

In this sermon I use the word HOLY to describe aspects of being like Chist or holiness. Humbleness, Obedience, Loving, and Yielded.

H.O.L.Y. Text: 1 Peter 1:15-16 Title: An introduction to Holiness Would you join with me by opening your Bibles to 1 Peter 1:15-16. Our scripture reading this morning is short and sweet. It will take us longer to find the page than it will to read it. However, it packs quite a punch. Entire ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16

Denomination: Holiness

A Minister Of Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 5, 2014

Paul speaks of his ministry in Christ and what it deals with. 1- Ministry is a matter of believing in others 2- Ministry uses the avenue of writing 3- Ministry always points to Christ

INTRO.- Romans 15:15-16 “I have written you quite boldly on some points, as if to remind you of them again, because of the grace God gave me to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles...” Paul was a minister of Christ Jesus but not many men are interested today in becoming a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dancing With Wolves

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 17, 2023

The false prophets dance around the cost of discipleship, but dancing slippers don’t suit the hard road that leads to the narrow gate, and the wolves never warn their people that they need hiking boots instead

I am trying to navigate the theological tsunami that is threatening to permanently alter the face of our denomination. The amendments to the constitution regarding ordination standards, diversity, inclusiveness, interpretation of Scripture, and so on, are incredibly important to our identity as a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-19, Revelation 22:18-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Preaching Your Sermon - True Ministers Regurgitate, Or Do They – Should They Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 19, 2024

Here, we are sharing some thoughts about church ministry especially the tendency to preach on what someone else has done because one has not bothered to study for oneself. Every situation is specific to its own church but here are general principles.

PREACHING YOUR SERMON - TRUE MINISTERS REGURGITATE, OR DO THEY – SHOULD THEY? I keep some finches and just recently one pair had babies. It is interesting the way the Lord has arranged for the babies to be fed. I think most people have noticed the method used by birds as the young are fed. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15, John 21:17, 2 Timothy 2:1-2, Acts 20:28-29, Ecclesiastes 12:8-12, Ephesians 4:11-12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Timothy 2:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Nation, Under God

Contributed by E C on Nov 24, 2006

An address to recent rulings keeping God out of our government.

On "Separation of Church and State", and "Freedom of Religion" One of the issues facing us today is the ACLU and other groups’ attempts at what they call "separation of church and state". >Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Apostasy

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 1, 2013

We must not abandon following Jesus; He leads to life.

Apostasy April 28, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must not abandon following Jesus; He leads to life. Focus Passage: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 Supplemental Passage: But realize this, that in the last days difficult times will come. For men ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist