Sermons on Distinctive:

The Bruised And Dim

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011

Where we are quick to speak and quick to react, God’s ways puzzle us. Where we might be too proud and too quick to consider aggressively taking charge, God in His infinite wisdom demonstrates His loving mercy, humility, a

THE BRUISED AND DIM Text: Isaiah 42: 1 - 7 Someone (Dr. Thomas Long) reiterates how this passage of scripture illustrates who God is as someone who will neither break a bruised reed, nor quench a dimly burning wick but will bring justice. Beside these metaphors of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power And Authority Of Words

Contributed by Segun Adeyeye Nuga on Jun 20, 2011

There is tremendous power in our words as God’s children.

The Power and Authority of Words In the New Testament, the Greek word for "authority" is sometimes translated as "power." Even though there is a separate Greek word for power, the concepts of power and authority are so intimately connected in the Western mind, that modern translators often view ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Acts 15 - Resolving Conflicts Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 14, 2013

Learn from the Council in Jerusalem. Unite around the essentials. Make concessions in non-essentials. Show love in everything.

We have been looking at troubles and persecutions from without. • Today, we are going to look at problems from within - disagreements among believers. • Christians will quarrel. Nothing wrong with that. If you had never had an argument with a brother or sister, I’m more ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Heavenly Trio

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 3, 2015

The Trinity is a mystery, but this does not mean a riddle. Instead, the Trinity is a reality above our human comprehension that we may begin to grasp, but ultimately must know through worship, symbol and faith.

Most of you have probably heard the legends about St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. One particular legend, which is based on fact, is his understanding of the concept of the Trinity. In his personal confession, he wrote: For there is no other God, nor ever was before, nor shall be ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Anglican

Revelation Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Mar 1, 2016

The glory of the Word of God arches over all the universe

Revelation 10.1-11 As some of you may know I like Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit books. However, it is always a good to remember that you should never judge a book by its film. In the films of those books there are no pauses or interludes as the books do. We are not given any ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"Praying...not Preying!" [part Three]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 28, 2016

In prayer we yield our lives and circumstances to the Lord and trust Him to act in His time and in His way.”

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, May 22, 2011 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter “Praying … Not Preying: The High Priestly Prayer” [Part Three] John 17:1-5 The “Lord’s Prayer”, which we recited earlier ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Part 1 - Lost Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2019

The Incredible story of Jonah and the Depth of God's Grace

Grace Community Church, Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this message at https://youtu.be/NDlefgUVE-A Chuck Swindoll said, “The clock of life is wound but once, And no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. To lose one’s wealth is sad indeed. To lose one’s health is ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3, 2 Kings 14:25, Matthew 12:40, Matthew 4:19, Psalm 139:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Blessed Trinity, God In Three Persons

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 11, 2014

The first Anglican Article of Religion states: "There is but one living and true God. There are three persons, of one substance, power and eternity; Father, Son and Holy Spirit." God in three persons blessed Trinity.

For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service; there a four readings before the Message is shared. The Scriptures appointed for Trinity Sunday this year are: Genesis 1:1-2:4; Psalm 8; 2 Corinthians 12:11-13 and Mathew 28:16-20 A Jewish father was concerned about his son. He had not truly ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Anglican

Trinity Sunday And Fathers Day 2014

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 16, 2014

Exclaim the great and wonderful mystery of the Trinity and how the Triune Godhead is a model for Christian Dads and all others who want to be participants in the kingdom of God.

Today is Trinity Sunday AND Father’s Day! And, I could hardly wait for Trinity Sunday to arrive! To me the Trinity is fascinating! People have tried over the centuries since Christ to define the Trinity and explain Him in ways that the human mind can understand. First, let’s take a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:16-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Beliefs As Boundaries Series

Contributed by John Bright on Apr 26, 2021

This is the first in a 7-part series on The Apostles Creed. I used this as a way to give folks in my new churches an understanding of my beliefs and our common ground as Believers.

Sermon Series “Belief and Faith Coming Together” Week One – “Beliefs as Boundaries” Pastor john Bright – delivered 7/14/19 Revelation 2:12-17 “12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write,‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Hebrews 11:1, 1 Corinthians 2:4-5, Acts 16:30-31, Romans 10:11-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Power Belongs To God

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 25, 2021

All power in heaven and on earth belongs to the Almighty God, and this power had been given to our Lord Jesus Christ, who in turns manifest this power in the lives of those who truly believes in Him and are willing to do His will continually.

POWER BELONGS TO GOD Study Text: Psalm 62: 11 Introduction: - Power is an inherent characteristic of God that cannot be compared to any other personality. - Truly, there are many other powers but there is a power greater than every other powers which is the power of Jehovah, the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leviticus Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 8, 2021

Holiness

March 20, 2021 My Favorite Thing About Leviticus is also a theme = Holiness In Exodus 19:5-6 we read: “Now if you obey me fully and keep my covenant, then out of all nations you will be my treasured possession. Although the whole earth is mine, 6 you will be for me a kingdom of priests and a ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:2

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Pharisee And The Tax Collector Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Oct 31, 2020

Through this parable Jesus teaches that salvation is not found in comparative righteous. You can’t compare yourself, by looking down on others, and conclude you are justified. You can’t compare yourself, by looking up to others, and conclude you are not justified.

Message Luke 18:9-14 The Pharisee and The Tax Collector Let’s open our Bibles and turn to Luke 18:9-14 where we find the parable of the Pharisee Read Those who first heard this parable would have been shocked. The tax-collector, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. To be justified ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Are Clergies Superior In Gods Kingdom? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 28, 2021

Christ is the head of the church and He is the supreme authority. Believers have different callings and gifts (Romans 12:6), they're all servants of the Lord (Romans 14:4).

Christ as the head of the church and He is the supreme authority. Believers have different callings and gifts (Romans 12:6), they're all servants of the Lord (Romans 14:4). Paul and Timothy called themselves the “servants” of the Corinthian church (2 Corinthians 4:5). Peter viewed Silas as his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6, 1 Peter 2:9-10, Titus 2:14, Revelation 1:6

"honor" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 22, 2021

Based on Matthew 6:9b - Sermon focuses on "Hallowed be your name" & how to approach God in prayer.

“HONOR” Matthew 6:9b FBCF – 2/21/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Scottish Historian Thomas Carlyle: “Show me the man you honor & I will know what kind of man you are.” To honor someone is to show them great respect, especially in a public setting. We say, “Your honor” to a judge, showing our respect ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Baptist