Sermons on Dietrich Bonhoeffer:

Your Redemption Draweth Nigh

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 4, 2006

If our religion is going to be more than just performing of obligations we have to ask some hard questions.

"There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. Then they will see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: United Methodist

"clothing Ourselves"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 20, 2020

A sermon about Christian sanctification.

“Clothing Ourselves” Colossians 3:1-17 Let me ask you this, if you would: How do you get up in the morning? Do you have a hard time of it, needing a cup of coffee and a couple hours to get going? Or do you leap out of bed, bright eyed and bushy-tailed, ready to face the day right ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Get Ready!

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 29, 2002

Jesus instructs his followers to be prepared for his return at a time when they don’t expect it.

On September 15 2001 President George W. Bush Speaking to the Nation from Camp David encouraged the American people to prepare themselves for a prolonged conflict we now know as the war on terror. And to the US armed forces he delivered a blunt, clear message: "Everybody who wears the uniform: Get ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Better Together"

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Nov 21, 2006

A Wedding sermon preached February 18, 2006 @ Beaver Creek Lutheran Church, Forest City, Iowa. Some material from Rev. David Zachrich & Rev. Paul Cain.

J.B./J.M. Wedding Ecclesiastes 4:9–12 “Better Together” February 18, 2006 Beaver Creek Lutheran Church, Forest City, IA (ELCM) Rev. David R. Zachrich, D.Min & Rev. Paul Cain, credit God said it first, at the time of creation, “It is not good for the man to be alone” (Gen 2:18). Many years ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Choice And Testing

Contributed by Jyoti Banerjee on Nov 27, 2006

Testing and temptation: Jesus’s encounter with the Devil was a shadow of the cross in the wilderness.

We just heard the reading from Matthew 4. When Matthew wrote his book, he had no idea that there was going to be a chapter break right at that point of his book. So I suggest we take a look at a few verses before Matthew 4 to get a sense of Matthew’s thought pattern. At the end of Chapter 3, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Stay Awake

Contributed by William Baeta on Dec 3, 2004

“Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come…so you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect Him” Matt. 24:42, 44.

Theme: Stay Awake Text: Is. 2:1-5; Rom. 13:11-14; Matt. 24:37-44 Today is ‘Senior Citizens Day’ and here at Covenant everyone above seventy is a senior citizen. We congratulate you all on reaching this important milestone and join you to thank the Lord for His many blessings. Today is also the 1st ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Simple Truth Telling Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Jan 7, 2002

We must keep our promises and people of our word.

Relationships in the Kingdom – Part 4 May 13, 2001 INTRODUCTION Could you function if you always had to tell the truth? Someone who had to come to terms with this question was Fletcher Reede, the slick lawyer played by Jim Carrey in the movie “Liar, Liar.” Fletcher doesn’t have much of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Past Is History

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on Aug 3, 2008

Our lives are reflective of history because we all have a past, a fulfillment of history in our lives at different times; and also good news to look forward to.

Your Past Is History Scripture Text: Acts 13:38-39 (13:17-39/Reading) Introductory Quote: An interesting map is on display in the British Museum in London. It’s an old mariner’s chart, drawn in 1525, outlining the North American coastline and adjacent waters. The cartographer made some intriguing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:17-38

Denomination: Baptist

We Have...

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 15, 2016

Life Light and Love – 1 John chapter 4 verses 1 to 17 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). We Have a New Nature (vs 1-8). (2). We Have a Unique Saviour (vs 9-11). (3). We Have the Holy Spirit (vs 12-17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • The old preacher had spent 40 years pastoring in the same church; • And he was highly respected in the community. • The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

Breaking Free! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 14, 2016

If you want to break free from the sinful habits and attitudes that keep you from soaring, listen to God and believe Him when He tells you, "I am setting you free!"

Kung Fu Panda is the story of a flabby, out-of-shape panda bear named Po who longs to learn the ancient art of Kung Fu. Amazingly, Po is selected by the village leaders to become the Dragon Warrior – the greatest Kung Fu master of all time. But in spite of his new status, Po is still a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Cost Of Service Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 18, 2013

Don't let ridicule, rejection or even death stop you from serving Christ, because in the end it is the only way to live!

Linda, who teaches first grade in Dallas Texas, has an interesting job, especially when it comes to helping children adjust to their first whole day of school. Little Ryan was used to going home at noon in kindergarten; so when it was time to go to lunch with the rest of the class, he got his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Mark Of A Christian Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2019

As Christians it is essential that we display the Mark of love.

The Mark Of A Christian Text: 1 John 3:11-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: "It is possible to be a Christian without showing the mark, but if we expect non-Christians to know that we are Christians, we must show the mark." "Love--and the unity it attests to--is the mark Christ gave ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Methodist

Hesitating To Speak The Truth PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2025

The sermon urges believers to courageously and openly share their faith in Jesus, trusting His strength, even when it feels difficult or uncomfortable.

There’s a hush that can fall over a room when the name of Jesus is mentioned. Have you felt it? In a breakroom, at a family table, on a sideline—your heart lifts to speak and then, suddenly, your mouth feels dry. You care for the people around you. You don’t want to cause friction. You wonder if ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:38

Topics: Truth, Proclamation

The Trinity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025

God lovingly calls us to listen, trust, and obey Him, promising peace and blessing when we surrender our stubbornness and follow His faithful guidance.

Friends, some days the volume of life drowns out the Voice that matters most. Bills stack up, calendars crowd in, regrets from yesterday rattle the nerves of today. Yet, over the noise, God still speaks. Isaiah 48 opens like a loving Father calling from the front porch: Come here, listen to Me. I ...read more

Topics: Trinity, Unity

When Satan Tries To Stop You, Keep Following Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025

Following Jesus means surrendering our comfort and control, embracing self-denial, and trusting that true life and reward are found in obedient discipleship with Him.

Some of us walked in today with a smile on our face and a storm in our chest. The calendar is crowded, the heart is heavy, and the questions are louder than ever. You’ve been faithful, you’ve prayed, you’ve pressed on—and still, there are days when following Jesus feels like walking uphill with a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-27

Topics: Faithfulness, Obedience