Sermons on dietrich bonhoeffer:

God Calls Us To A New Way Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 6, 2021

On Reformation Sunday we are called to reflect on how God is calling us to a new way of life, a life viewed through the lens of the Gospel.

Opening Text: Luke 9:21-26 THE GRACE WAY SO FAR Week 1: Foundational – The Cross of Jesus Week 2: God speaks to us – Through His Life giving Word Week 3: God’s focus for us – Being His evangelical and reforming people (church) This week: The Grace way - calls us to a new way 1. A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:21-26, Galatians 2:15-21, Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Lutheran

"Bear The Cross Of Self Denial"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 31, 2017

The sermon is based on the idea of dying by denying self and considering the needs of others in order to be a true disciple of Jesus.

“Bear the Cross by Self Denial” Matthew 16:21-28 • It was bad enough for the disciples to hear that Jesus would suffer, be rejected, and die on a cross. Now Jesus told them that they must do the same thing. The cross was an instrument of death it had no other purpose • “Cross bearing does ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Methodist

Grace's Teaching: Transformed By Truth Titus 2:1-15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 3, 2024

In Titus 2 (NLT), the apostle Paul speaks of God's transformative truth that leads to godly living. Join me in exploring the profound impact of God's grace and truth in the process of transformation.

Grace's Teaching: Transformed by Truth Titus 2:1-2 (NLT) "As for you, Titus, promote the kind of living that reflects wholesome teaching. Teach the older men to exercise self-control, to be worthy of respect, and to live wisely. They must have sound faith and be filled with love and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-12, Titus 2:11, Ephesians 2:8-9, Titus 2:12, John 8:31-32, Romans 12:1-2, Titus 2:1-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Anchored Mind: Transformed By Truth 1 Peter 1:13-14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 6, 2024

In 1 Peter 1:13-14 (NLT), we receive a profound call to prepare our minds for action—a call rooted in the transformative power of God's truth. Join me as we explore how anchoring our minds in truth leads to a transformative journey.

An Anchored Mind: Transformed by Truth 1 Peter 1:13-14 Introduction: In 1 Peter 1:13-14, we receive a profound call to prepare our minds for action—a call rooted in the transformative power of God's truth. Join me as we explore how anchoring our minds in truth leads to a transformative ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 2:8-9, James 1:22, 1 Peter 1:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shining As Lights: Transformed By Truth Philippians 2:14-16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 17, 2024

Philippians 2:14-16 calls us to embrace a life that shines as lights in a world filled with darkness. As we explore the Bible, may our hearts be illuminated by the transformative power of God's truth.

Shining as Lights: Transformed by Truth Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to the transformative truth found in Philippians 2:14-16. This passage calls us to embrace a life that shines as lights in a world filled with darkness. As we explore the New Living Translation Bible, may our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16, Philippians 2:14-15, Matthew 5:16, Philippians 2:16, Psalm 119:105, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Obtaining God's Blessing On Your Life Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Oct 13, 2008

Obtaining God’s blessing on your life is determined by whether you live a God-centered life or have no time for God.

INTRODUCTION A. I hope this doesn’t surprise you, but believers with an active faith have a greater chance of being more positive, generous, and socially active than those who consider themselves to be atheists or agnostics. A George Barna study found this to be the case as reflected in these ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fragrance Of The Father I Series

Contributed by Richard Wafford on Nov 24, 2004

Our souls are restless and our attitudes are Mediocre, we as christians need to push into his presence a full 100 percent for God wants to give us an experience that we will never forget so that we can carry the fragrance of the Father with us everywhere

Introduction: A.W. Tozer, The Root of the Righteous- One of their big milk companies makes capital of the fact that their cows are all satisfied with their lot in life. Their clever ads have made the term “contented cows” familiar to everyone. But what is virtue in a cow may be a vice in a man. And ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sola Fide Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 26, 2020

Salvation is a gift from God that we can only receive by faith in Jesus.

Sola Fide Text: Rom. 3:27-31 Introduction 1. Illustration: One of the most important events in both world and church history was the Protestant Reformation. People like Martin Luther, John Calvin and John Knox began to question the practices of the Roman Catholic Church and sought to bring reform ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:27-31

Denomination: Methodist

Love That Conquers The World (May 6, 2018)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on May 3, 2021

The Gospel is not about a competition. The Gospel is about becoming victorious over the things that hinder God’s plans---God’s will for our lives and our roles in winning others to Jesus Christ!

LOVE THAT CONQUERS THE WORLD Text: I John 5:1 - 6 1 John 5:1-6  (ESV) Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the Father loves whoever has been born of him.  (2)  By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

To Hunger And Thirst

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 27, 2022

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness for they will be filled. So why aren't more believers drawing nearer and becoming more like Jesus?

Hungry and Thirsty Matthew 5:6 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Before I get to today’s passage let me first tell you what I did last Sunday afternoon. One of my most enjoyable family activities is to make home-made pizza. How I love getting out the frying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

Hanukkah: A Blessing To The Church

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jan 10, 2025

"Hanukkah reminds the Church that God’s light shines brightest in the darkest times, calling us to rededicate our lives as temples of His Spirit and to reflect the hope, faith, and victory we have in Christ, the true Light of the World."

Title: Hanukkah: A Blessing to the Church Text: John 10:22-30 “At that time the Feast of Dedication took place at Jerusalem. It was winter, 23 and Jesus was walking in the temple, in the colonnade of Solomon. 24 So the Jews gathered around him and said to him, “How long will you keep us in ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Grace To Finish PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores harnessing God's grace to overcome life's challenges and honoring Him through our perseverance.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What a blessing it is to gather together in the house of the Lord, united by our shared faith and our love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Isn't it a wonderful feeling to know that we are part of a larger family, bound by the love and grace of our ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:7

Topics: Grace, Finish

Love Not Fear: Obedience From The Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024

This sermon explores the concept of obedience as a reflection of our love for God, motivated by love rather than fear, and as an expression of faith.

Good morning, beloved. It is indeed a joy to gather together in God’s house, to bask in His presence, and to delve into the richness of His Word. As we gather here today, we are on a mission to understand something so fundamental, so critical to our walk with Christ: obedience. Not just any ...read more

Topics: Obedience, Love

The Conflict Within

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 14, 2013

We are called to abide in Christ.

The Conflict Within May 12, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are called to abide in Christ. Focus Passage: Romans 7:14-25 Introduction: A man entered a bar, bought a glass of beer and then immediately threw it into the bartender’s face. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

My Disciples

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 4, 2010

What does it take to be an authentic disciple of Christ Jesus?

Luke 14: 25 - 35 / My Disciples Intro: A wise grandfather once told his grandchild the following story: “One day as I sat quietly with my dog in the sun of the front porch a large white rabbit suddenly ran across in front of us. The dog jumped up and took off after that big rabbit and began to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed