Sermons on Disputing:

The Significance Of Altars Series

Contributed by Stephen Ring on Mar 11, 2004

Jesus as High Priest...Jesus as Sacrifice...but can Jesus also be like the altar?

HEBREWS 13 “Altars, Sacrifices and Gifts: A Study of Hebrews 13” Part One: “THE SIGNIFICANCE OF ALTARS” “Do not be carried away by all kinds of strange teachings. It is good for our hearts to be strengthened by grace, not be ceremonial foods, which are of no value to those who eat them. We have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

An Attitude Adjustment

Contributed by Phillip Day on Dec 30, 2008

Paul tells us what attitude we need to glorify God.

An Attitude Adjustment Philippians 2:1-18 I. The Necessary Example—Jesus (v. 1-11) a. Necessities of the church (v. 1) i. Trust in Christ ii. Encouragement because of love iii. Spirit-filled gatherings (John 4:23-24) iv. Compassion among believers (Colossians 3:12; John 13:34-35) ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Rich! Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 26, 2015

The Bible tells us a lot about being rich. Jesus, James and Paul all taught on this subject.

Luke 16:9-13 James 5:1-6, 1:9-11; 2:5-7; 1 Timothy 6:9-12, 17-19. Read all texts first. Jesus, James and Paul address one of the easiest traps to fall into here. It is so easy to be enamored by wealth and intimidated by the wealthy. Dreaming about and desiring to be rich are as common as human ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Knows Who And Where You Are

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 4, 2014

No matter one's situation God is aware.

Thank you Rev. Mark Edge He Knows Who & Where You Are Mar 11:1 ¶ And when they came nigh to Jerusalem, unto Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount of Olives, he sendeth forth two of his disciples, Mar 11:2 And saith unto them, Go your way into the village over against you: and as soon as ye be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Can See Clearly Now

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 29, 2014

In our walk with Jesus, many things are revealed to us a little at a time.

1. Eye Surgery Rose Crawford had been blind for 50 years. Then she had an operation in a hospital in Ontario, Canada. In response to the effectiveness of the surgery as the doctor lifted the bandages from her eyes she said, "I just can't believe it," She wept - when for the first time in her life - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Outsiders Made Insiders Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 18, 2014

In God's Kingdom there are no outcasts, no outsiders...and gentiles don't have to convert to Judaism to be added to the church. Paul reveals the extent of Christ's embrace.

Introduction: What do the following have in common?...Fraternity & Sorority members, Partners in a law firm, Navy Seals, Congressmen, tenured Professors, licensed electricians, and certified healthcare professionals? They are insiders. Have you ever wanted to be an insider? One thing Jesus made ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

How To Judge Not

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 27, 2013

Don't judge me! Who are you to judge me? Popular ideas in today's culture need biblical guidance. Let's look a bit at what this is all about and how God wants us to understand and act regarding judging others.

Matthew 7 Jesus' words: do not judge, are perhaps the most popular words of our culture today. How do you judge not? Particularly, how do you judge not as Jesus taught us? This command in the sermon on the mount is couched in front of another command that seems very much like a judgment call. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cure For The Common Church Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 8, 2012

Don't try to hide the fact you have quarrels and fights. Deal with the fact that there is divisions and disagreement. Divisions distract us. Learn the principles that can be the cure for the common church.

Intro: What is it that causes fights and quarrels or division? We see division in families, marriages, teams, governments, and of course churches? Why? Listen to what James the brother of Jesus has to say. James 4.1-3 “What causes fights and quarrels among you? Aren’t they caused ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Millennium In Focus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 13, 2012

Many portions of the Bible discuss a literal Millennial reign of the Messiah on the earth; because it is so interwoven and connected to other teachings, we can consider the Millennium an important point of our faith.

The Millennium in Focus (topical) 1. Futurist Thomas Frey blogs, “People are seriously worried. I’ve been in a number of conversations recently where people are very worried about our coming era of automation where fewer and fewer jobs will be left for people to do. A few months ago I ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Importance Of Faith Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Apr 6, 2011

Does faith really work?

The Importance of Faith The Book of Mark Mark 9:14-28 I. Introduction: A. How many times have you been in a place where you really needed something in your life, either physically or spiritually? B. Yet when you talked to the Lord about it you just kind of half heartedly asked for help? 1. Not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Mount: Christian Perfection Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 20, 2011

Characteristics of Christian perfection from the sermon on the mount.

Characteristics of Christian Perfection Theme: Text: Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. (Matthew 5:48 AV) James 1:4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. Colossians 1:28 Whom we preach, warning every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-48

Denomination: Church Of God

Anger Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 22, 2011

Messages from the Seven deadly sins

Disclaimer: Over the years I have been impacted by much reading and study. So there is probably nothing original expect thought and organization. Anger Luke 15:25-38 Luke 15:28-AV And he was angry, and would not go in: therefore came his father out, and intreated him. Start with the story of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Reflecting On The Sermon On The Mount

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jul 2, 2010

Direct Instructions, Implicit Applications, and Post-Sermon Reactions of the Sermon on the Mount.

Direct Instructions from the Sermon on the Mount Sterling C. Franklin December 2007 North Suburban Evangelical Free Church, Deerfield, IL Painters have both paintings and masterpieces. Some stand out more than others. The Sermon on the Mount has been interpreted in various ways, anywhere from ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Astonishing Facts About Jonah

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Aug 14, 2010

Jonah has attracted attention because of the sensational “fish story.” Anytime we consider the greatness of God’s power, we will be amazed. There are other things in the book of Jonah that are startling, astonishing, and amazing!

ASTONISHING FACTS ABOUT JONAH INTRODUCTION Jonah has attracted attention because of the sensational “fish story.” Anytime we consider the greatness of God’s power, we will be amazed. There are other things in the book of Jonah that are startling, astonishing, and amazing! I. ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

Stability In The Land

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 3, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you stable in your land? Do you pay your taxes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that stability or security in the land is done by the LORD GOD not our own. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 25:18 (New Liv

I. EXORDIUM: Are you stable in your land? Do you pay your taxes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that stability or security in the land is done by the LORD GOD not our own. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 25:18 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “If you want to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 25:18

Denomination: Pentecostal