Sermons on Disillusioned:

Becoming A Church Member

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 6, 2024

Today, we will explore what it truly means to commit to church membership, why it matters, and how it strengthens both our faith and the church itself. Through this journey, we’ll see how membership allows us to grow, serve, and fulfill our calling as followers of Christ.

“When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-2, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Ephesians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

When Religion Doesn't Make It Anymore

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 6, 2024

Study in the journey from religion to relationship.

When Religion Doesn’t Make It Anymore John 3:1-21 3 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Disguised Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023

When we think about the Christmas account, those who are familiar with it, we think about bright stars, stables, shepherds, and angels singing. That is how we think about the story.

When we think about the Christmas account, those who are familiar with it, we think about bright stars, stables, shepherds, and angels singing. That is how we think about the story. However, the Matthew account is different. He doesn't go into a lot of details. Listen to how he describes this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Demolishing Strongholds: Enslavement Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024

For the children of Israel to grumble about their adversity in this circumstance was effectively to say, ‘We don't think God is a good, reliable, provider.’ Their complaint about their circumstance reflected their belief about God.

Opening illustration: Play the video: “Big But” Introduction: A chapter of complaining's. First, at Taberah, vague murmurings are heard throughout the camp. Then at Kibroth-hattaavah, a stage further on, the vague murmurings take shape in bitter complaint because of the fare to which the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God’s Visitation Program”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 6, 2025

How can we live in such as way as Christ followers that God will be free to show up and show off in our lives and draw unbelievers to Christ?

I want to talk with you about God’s visitation program. Now, when we think of a visitation program in church, we think of visiting someone to tell them about Jesus. But today, I want us to think about God visiting us to show Jesus to others. (READ TEXT) In verse 12, Peter mentions “the day God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of His Grace

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 8, 2024

It is said, and it is a true statement that what is needed most today is not the voice of man, but the voice of God.

The Word of His Grace By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - It is said, and it is a true statement that what is needed most today is not the voice of man, but the voice of God. That is never truer than right now for we are a generation that is bombarded with a bunch of nonsense, lies, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:32

Denomination: Apostolic

Don't Lose Heart

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 29, 2020

How can we not lose heart? (adapted from Bob Russell's book, Take Comfort, chapter on Don't Lose Heart)

HoHum: The New York City transit company was missing a bus and a driver some years ago. For over a week, authorities searched with no success. Finally, 10 days after they had disappeared, the bus and driver were found- in Miami, Florida. The driver said, “I’d had it with the cold weather, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"One Sunday Morning In Jerusalem”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 23, 2020

Road to Emmaus. An illustration from Paul Havey "The Rest of the Story" . The longest walk you will ever take is the walk away from the grave of someone you love. If you have never done that, you can’t imagine how difficult it is. this is how the two disciples felt.

In Jesus Holy Name Easter III 2020 Text: Luke 24:32 Redeemer “One Sunday Morning in Jerusalem” He is Risen! He has risen indeed! We have gathered this Sunday to hear the “rest of the story.” For years the great newsman and philosopher Paul Harvey told his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-25, Luke 24:30-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Overflowing With Joy Until He Comes Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 16, 2022

We are truly better together.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION o Pleasure to be here—we are waiting on the glorious day of Christ’s return. o Many days we are already ready—sickness, pain, tired, seeing things in culture, burdens in life, persecution. A GRIEF OBSERVED For C. S. Lewis, it was the death of his wife, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:2-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Is God Involved In Our Suffering Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 19, 2025

Suffering is one of the universal experiences in this life. What if you understood God’s involvement in your suffering, would it help you to respond more appropriately? We invite you to reflect and discover Biblical responses to suffering!

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) How Is God Involved in our Suffering? Job 22-23 The last two months U.S. has seen natural disasters as well as man-made tragedies. Hurricanes devastated cities. Fires ...read more

Denomination: *other

Every Life Is Precious

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 18, 2005

A Sanctity of Life message

“EVERY LIFE IS PRECIOUS” Gen. 1:26-28 INTRO – Aren’t you thankful to be alive today? To be able to breath, eat, laugh, play, relax, work, worship – to be able to live is a wonderful gift from God. Isn’t it wonderful to be able to watch a beautiful sunset, to eat your favorite dessert, to go ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

Misdirected Zeal

Contributed by James May on Feb 20, 2005

Zeal for the work of the Kingdom of God is a wonderful thing as long as that zeal is put into action according to God’s will and God’s Word.

MISDIRECTED ZEAL by Pastor Jim May Romans 10:1-3, "Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge. For they being ignorant of God’s righteousness, and going about to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Restoring Spiritual Passion

Contributed by John Gullick on Mar 7, 2005

Restoring Spiritual Passion is an important matter This sermon isolates a number of steps the believer can take to effect restoration

Marriage is an interesting matter. Not all marriages last. I found some cynical observations on marriage sent to me on the internet the other day. Here’s an example:- Men who have pierced ears are better prepared for marriage. They’ve experienced pain and bought jewelery. Such views of marriage ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God In A Box

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 25, 2006

Formulas, steps, keys, secrets; and other fallacies, about the plan of God for our lives.

26, February 2006 Dakota Community Church God in a Box Introduction: This week I want to expose the formulas, steps, keys, secrets; and other fallacies, about the plan of God for our lives. This is a topic that inspires fear and hopelessness for many. We tend to want to produce formulas and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-8

Denomination: Mennonite

Judas Iscariot Series

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Apr 3, 2001

Lenten Study of Characters at the cross

We Were There - Judas Iscariot Bible Reading: Matthew 26: 14-16, 47-50; 27: 1-10 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO It hits you square in the soul, doesn’t it - ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed