Sermons on Discussion:

Salvation Is God’s Divine Plan To Redeem Mankind.

Contributed by Alva L. Hanns on Feb 17, 2013

The purpose of this sermon is to provide an overview of God’s divine plan for salvation.

Introduction: The underlying theme pertaining to the Doctrine of Salvation is the relationship between the redemptive blood of Christ and the sins of mankind. Strong’s New Complete Dictionary of Bible Words’ meanings for sin are to transgress or to stray. God gave Adam specific ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Are There So Many Hypocrites In Church? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 19, 2013

Many skeptics use Christian hypocrites as an excuse for rejecting Christ. In this sermon, we make the distinction between sinners and hypocrites. Everyone in church is a sinner, but not everyone is a hypocrite.

Introduction: A. One day Robert Redford, the famous actor, was walking through a hotel lobby, when a woman recognized him and ran over to him. 1. With great excitement, she gushed, “Are you the real Robert Redford?” 2. As the doors of the elevator closed, he replied, “Only when ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians, We Are Chosen By God

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 19, 2013

I. Example: We are chosen for salvation. II. Explanation of predestination: Three things to keep in focus: 1. God’s perfect sight. 2. The power of God’s sovereignty. 3. The paradox of salvation. III. Example: We are chosen as God’s children.

Christians, We Are Chosen by God 1 Peter 1:1-2; 2 Thess 2:13; Rom 9:10-26; Eph 1:3-7 Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 28, 2012 *Remember playing games as a kid, when they had to choose teams? Nobody wanted to be chosen last. It’s good to be chosen, and it is especially good to be chosen by God. *As ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Word Power Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 20, 2013

If you and I want the influence of our lives to have a multiplying effect in this world, then we must hear the Word; believe it and do it!

A lawyer, a doctor and a preacher were hunting together when they came upon a big buck. All three of them shot at the same time, and the buck immediately dropped to the ground. The lawyer, the doctor and the preacher rushed in to examine their prey, but they could not determine whose shot had ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Trinity 17 - The Deity Of Christ 6 Series

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Oct 3, 2015

The Trinity 17 - The Deity of Christ 6

The Trinity 17 The Deity of Christ 6 Names of God 3/03/13 Think about this for a moment. How would you describe the color green to a person who has been blind all their life? That would a rather difficult task. It would be difficult because the terms you would use such as it is the color of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4

Denomination: Bible Church

Giving - With What Kind Of Givers Is God Pleased? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 5, 2015

In this sermon, we learn four principles about giving found in God's word.

Introduction: A. One Sunday a preacher told his congregation that the church needed some extra money and asked the people to prayerfully consider giving a little extra in the offering plate that morning. 1. He said that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns. 2. After the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church Christ Built

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 7, 2015

To establish that the church Christ built is not what many perceive it falsely to be, "just another denomination." This lesson deals with the promise of Christ regarding the church. The church Christ built is unique, unconquerable and undenominational.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. A church which is Unique 2. A church which is Unconquerable 3. A church which is Undenominational Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing a theme, which is very important, and that is, the church Christ promised to build. This lesson is important ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Person In The Mirror Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 11, 2015

Part 4 focuses on if God is our co-pilot then we must be the pilot and the ones calling the shot. If we are the co-pilot then God is calling the shots and we need to understand what He is saying about us.

The Person In The Mirror Part 4 Scriptures: James 1:21-24; Deuteronomy 28:1-14; 1 Peter 2:9-10 Introduction This message is part 4 in my series “The Person In The Mirror.” The foundational Scripture for this series comes from James chapter one. He said “Therefore, putting ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If I Lead Will Anyone Follow? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 11, 2015

Every church needs to be led. How does someone with the gift of leadership lead the church the way God wants them to? How can leaders avoid hurting God's church? And how can a leader be sure they're leading the church the way they should?

OPEN: I once talked with a friend of mine who told about the new preacher his congregation had hired. In the type of church my friend attends they have “pastors” who are placed in the position of running the church. And my friend was talking about the great respect he had for his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be A Conduit Not A Detour Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 4, 2015

We should do our best to lead others to Christ and not around him.

Be A Conduit Not A Detour Text: Acts 15:1-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: Recently, I was having a phone conversation with my brother, and he was telling me about a detour to get to his house. He told me that when I come to his house, rather than turning where I normally turn and cross a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Destruction To Come Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Dec 20, 2012

What I do want to leave you with is a firm belief in Christ’s return and with a wonder and joy of that last wondrous event for which we are waiting.

Introduction Let’s begin by reviewing briefly the message from last week which covered verses 1-13. First, the goal of this series. It is not so much to convince you of one view, as it is to have a charitable attitude towards the different opinions. I want you to realize how complex this ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Resurrection! Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Dec 25, 2012

So, what are we sure about this Easter morning? That Jesus was right all along.

Introduction We have had three months of somber, tense passages covering the passion of our Lord, and though hopefully I have been able to convey the message that throughout his passion, Jesus was in control of his destiny and was carrying out the mission of redemption that he had come to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Peter's Slow Fade

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Dec 27, 2012

Our failure does not happen suddenly but is the result of a continuous gradual process of self will, arrogance, overconfidence and a refusal to listen to the Lord often preferring to remonstrate with Him and give Him advice!

Mark 14:27-31 KJV And Jesus saith unto them, All ye shall be offended because of me this night: for it is written, I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered. 28 But after that I am risen, I will go before you into Galilee. 29 But Peter said unto him, Although all shall be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lesson Of A Fishing Pole?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 25, 2014

FISHING HAS MANY LESSON, EVEN GREATER THAN PAYING YOUR TAXES? How about: Patience, hope, timing, being in the right place, having the right bait... Listen a carpenter has some tips on fishing.

THE LESSON OF THE FISHING POLE? WHY HOPE? LIVELY HOPE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a fishing pole, etc with me. I WOULD RATHER FAIL IN A CAUSE THAT WILL ULTIMATELY SUCCEED, THAN TO SUCCEED IN A CAUSE THAT WILL ULTIMATELY FAIL... That is why we invest in the cross. CAT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Believe - Week 2 - God Is A Personal God Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 26, 2014

Week 3 of Believe looks at the fact that God is a Personal God.

Believe 2 Psalm 23 September 21, 2014 Well, we’ve moved into week 2 of Believe. And I believe this series is going to be great. I’ve heard some really good comments from many of you about what you’re reading, the hope you’re experiencing and that’s great! Last week ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist