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An Unconventional Birth

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 22, 2017

The birth of Jesus is a beautiful picture of God sending His Son to this earth to take on the form of man and become the sacrificial lamb that would satisfy the requirements of the law for all of eternity. But His birth was more than that!

SUMMARY The birth of Jesus is a beautiful picture of God sending His Son to this earth to take on the form of man and become the sacrificial lamb that would satisfy the requirements of the law for all of eternity. But His birth was more than that! Today, we are going to talk about what that “more” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Ephesians 1:15-23, Matthew 25:31-46, 2 Timothy 4:2-4, 1 Corinthians 2:4-5, John 13:34-35, Luke 1:31-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

When Kingdoms Collide: God Or Government? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

A good ambassador doesn’t hide out at the embassy and study the U.S. Constitution; he goes out into his assigned country and meets with its citizens. He delivers the message from his boss.

INTRODUCTION In our country we have hundreds of courts where thousands of lawyers are asking questions of witnesses. Most of them are pretty sharp characters. But in every one of these courts, there is a court reporter taking down everything being said. Because of that we have a record of some ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Tasted Death For Us Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 29, 2018

Part of what heaven will be like for us will be a restoration of authority over God's creation of a new heaven and a new earth.

INTRODUCTION The Book of Hebrews is all about Jesus. From chapter one all the way through chapter thirteen there is a radical focus on Jesus. Hebrews is a study of Jesusology. I just made that word up. I think we should all strive to major in Jesusology. The theme of the book is “Eyes on Jesus.” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Powerful Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 10, 2018

we tend to focus too much on the meek and mild Jesus and not enough on the glorified Christ with His sword on His side, marching on boldly because of truth and righteousness … mighty to save.

You want to talk about power? In August of 1883, a volcano on the Island of Krakatoa erupted. The initial blast sent a cloud of gas and debris 15 miles into the atmosphere. On the morning of August 27th, four tremendous explosions were heard 3,000 miles away. That would be like us hearing Mount ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:6-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Go And Make Disciples!

Contributed by David Mende on Aug 6, 2018

Tim Keller recently tweeted that “Apathy is a bigger problem than atheism for Christianity.” This sermon challenges God's people to fulfill the Great Commission given by the Risen King, Jesus. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. ILLUSTRATION: {According to a study conducted by LifeWay Research, 85% of all believers in the age group, 18-29 agree that they have a responsibility to share the gospel with unbelievers, 69% of those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Striving To Be A Church Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 12, 2014

This sermon explores important principles that help ensure that we are being the church that belongs to Christ

Introduction: A. I like the story told of the man who was shipwrecked on a beautiful, deserted South Pacific island. 1. Five years later, he was discovered by a passing a naval ship. 2. Upon their arrival at the shore the rescue party was met by the shipwreck survivor. He said, “I'm so glad ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Long Live The King!

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 6, 2015

Shouldn’t we as Christians also be willing to pay the price, especially when we are called by Christ to fight for the truth? After all, he is the final authority and power in the universe. Christ is King

Today we mark the church’s version of New Year’s Eve. Next Sunday marks the start of Advent and Year C in the three year cycle of readings from the Revised Common Lectionary. It is a day when we remember that Jesus is the king of our lives. It is not an ancient festival in the Christian ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Anglican

Fear

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 11, 2012

This sermon discusses ways to overcome fear through facing it head on, renewing our mind and changing our mindset, and taking authority over fear in the Name of Jesus.

Valley Grove Assembly of God Valley Grove, West Virginia July 15, 2012 Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree FEAR “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding” (Proverbs 9:10). Someone ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Defends His Divinity

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 27, 2022

Shortly after Jesus healed the crippled man at the pool of Bethsaida (John 5:1-15), He was confronted by the religious officials who wanted Him dead for saying that God was His Father, making Himself equal withe God. Jesus responded with facts to back up His claim.

If there was an apt description of the attitude of the Pharisees towards the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ (John 5:18), it is this, "There are none so blind as those who will not see". All throughout this account of the Lord's life and work and in the other Gospels as ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-23, Isaiah 9:6, John 1:14, John 20:28, Romans 9:5, Hebrews 1:8, Matthew 28:18, Colossians 2:3, Luke 4:16-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

To Whom Shall We Go?

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 9, 2022

When Jesus spoke about the Bread of Life, His analogies troubled a lot of His hearers who found His teaching hard to understand (John 6:51-65) and ended up walking away from Him. In asking the disciples if they wanted to go away, Peter's response was the model of faith and assurance (vv.67-69).

Jesus' teachings either inspired or infuriated those who heard Him. They continue to have the same effect on anyone who read His words as recorded in the Scriptures today and decides whether to surrender their lives to Him or reject His mercy and reap the eternal consequences. When He taught ...read more

Scripture: John 6:67-69, Matthew 7:13-14, Isaiah 55:8-9, 1 Corinthians 1:18-29, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, John 16:7-13, 2 Peter 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

I Met Him When I Had No Choice Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 28, 2021

Jesus stands before Pilate. It seems that Jesus is being swept away by the events surrounding Him but the TRUTH is that Jesus is the only one in control. It is Pilate and the Jewish leaders who are being swept up in a battle that they cannot see or control.

Governor Pilate stood on the balcony of the praetorium, his headquarters, and looked down at the mobs milling around in the streets below. “Ugh!” he thought. Jewish pilgrims, priests, vendors, thieves, rebels, beggars, prostitutes … rabble! … all crammed into Jerusalem’s narrow streets … and it ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40, Luke 23:13-15

Denomination: United Methodist

The Golden Attitude Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 11, 2021

The golden rule is another way of saying the second of the great commandments, love for neighbor and gives a good motive for it.

The golden rule is another way of saying the second of the great commandments, love for neighbor and gives a good motive for it. “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you. This is the essence of all that is taught in the law and the prophets.” (Matthew 7:12 NLT) The two great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Great Commission: Our Divine Mandate Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023

The Great Commission is not just a task; it's a sacred duty, a privilege, and a calling that each of us, as followers of Christ, is entrusted with.

The Great Commission: Our Divine Mandate Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey through Matthew 28:18-20, where our Lord Jesus Christ left us with a divine mandate known as the Great Commission. This commission is not just a task; it's a sacred duty, a privilege, and a calling that each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ang Diyos Ay Diyos, At Hindi Tayo

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 29, 2022

Ang sermon na ito ay tungkol sa may karapatan ba ang Diyos na tukuyin kung paano natin isabuhay ang ating buhay lalo na pagdating sa sekswal na pag-uugali.

Ang Diyos ay Diyos, At Hindi Tayo Hulyo 29, 2022 2 Cronica 16:1-4 1 Tesalonica 4:1-12 Ipagpalagay natin sandali na ikaw ang bituin na manlalaro ng NBA sa iyong basketball team. Nakakuha ka ng mas maraming puntos, nakakuha ng higit pang mga rebound, nagkaroon ng mas maraming assist, at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:1-4, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Word Shall Not Return Void

Contributed by Robert Mitchell on Mar 4, 2008

This is just for fun. I encouraged my youth group to try and come up with a story made up of all scripture that would not change the menaing of the text. This was my example.

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Then God said let us make man in Our image according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist