Sermons on Distinctiveness:

The Militant Jesus

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 10, 2020

Jesus came to bring a sword between daughter and mother, son and father. Why? Find out.

7.16.20 Matthew 10:34-39 34 “Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword. 35 For I have come to turn ‘a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law— ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Squealers

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 5, 2019

A study of Psalm 54: 1 – 7

Psalm 54: 1 – 7 Squealers To the Chief Musician. With stringed instruments. A Contemplation of David when the Ziphites went and said to Saul, “Is David not hiding with us?” 1 Save me, O God, by Your name, and vindicate me by Your strength. 2 Hear my prayer, O God; Give ear to the words of my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 54:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Being A Bold Witness Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 11, 2019

We need to be bold in our witness for Christ. We are one generation away from being a pagan nation.

This sermon series entitled “The Ends of the Earth” is about how we, as the body of Christ, have been directed to reach a lost world for Him. So how are we doing? Not how has the church done in the past, but how is the church in reaching the lost doing today? The fact is, we are but one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

In Everything Give Thanks

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 26, 2019

Paul told us that thanks-giving, not complaining, is God's best will for us. We're to do it in every circumstance, not just the good ones. A thankful spirit operates by faith and focuses on God. We're to do it in the strength and grace of Christ, which is sufficient.

IN EVERYTHING GIVE THANKS 1 Thess. 5:18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Josh: Why did the farmer run a steamroller over his potato field on Thanksgiving Day? Phil: Why? Josh: He wanted to raise mashed potatoes. 2. Biff: Why did the turkey cross the road? Bob: I don’t know. Biff: It was Thanksgiving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Uncertain Future

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 14, 2020

Three things that will help you face the future

“The Uncertain Future” Matthew 6:25-34 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Holiness

The Church: The People Of God Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 21, 2019

THE CHURCH IS A LIVING ORGANISM MADE UP OF BORN AGAIN BELIEVERS.

THE CHURCH: THE PEOPLE OF GOD 1 PETER 2:4-12 JAN. 20, 2019 LAST WEEK WE STARTED A SERIES OF MESSAGES ON THE CHURCH. PEOPLE HAVE MANY DIFFERENT IDEAS OF WHAT THE CHURCH IS, AND IT IS MY HOPE THAT AS WE STUDY WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAY ABOUT THE CHURCH, THAT WE WILL GET A BETTER IDEA OF WHAT WE ARE TO ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

Be Wise! - A Summer Series Based On The Wisdom Of Proverbs

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 21, 2019

The introductory sermon - A summer series based on the wisdom of Proverbs

Be Wise Proverbs June 23, 2019 Three Stooges Video Any ideas what were talking about today? Usually when someone calls us a wise guy - it means they’re not happy with us. We’ve done something to get them upset by giving some kind of a smart alec / sarcastic response. Well . . . amazingly, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-12, 1 Kings 3:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Rise Of The Antichrist

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 22, 2019

A KEY COMPONANT IN UNDERSTANDING THE LAST DAYS IS TO UNDERSTAND THE ROLE OF THE ANTICHRIST. THIS MESSAGE SHEDS SOME LIGHT ON THIS COMPLICATED PERSON.

THE RISE OF THE ANTICHRIST REVELATION 13 THE CONCLUDING EVENTS OF THE END TIMES WILL OCCUR IN SHORT ORDER AFTER THE RAPTURE. CONSERVATIVE THEOLOGIANS ESTIMATE NO MORE THAN NINE TO TWELVE YEARS UNTIL THE GLORIOUS APPEARING OF CHRIST AND SHORTLY AFTER THIS THE BEGINNING OF THE MILLENNIUM. THIS ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forgot Where You Parked

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 17, 2019

A study of Psalm 20: 1 – 9

Psalm 20: 1 – 9 Forgot where you parked To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. 1 May the LORD answer you in the day of trouble; May the name of the God of Jacob defend you; 2 May He send you help from the sanctuary and strengthen you out of Zion; 3 May He remember all your offerings and accept ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:5

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

In Christ Jesus

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 1, 2019

Fourth sermon in Galatians series entitled, "True Freedom"

“IN CHRIST JESUS” Galatians 3:23-4:7 CWBC – 7/28/19 Jon Daniels INTRO – Driving down Spring Ridge Rd last week. Saw a sign in front yard of a home. Noticed that on either end of the top of the sign, there were large vines. Actually looked like bushes growing on top of the sign. Couldn’t see any ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Courage To Serve Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 11, 2019

Jesus had spent time with the disciples, preparing them for the work of ministry. He had instructed them on where to go, what to do, and how to conduct themselves among men. Then He shared the difficulty they would face as they served Him, being rejected by most.

Courage to Serve Matthew 10: 16-22 Jesus had commissioned the twelve for ministry, providing detailed instruction regarding the work they were expected to perform. Jesus had told them where to go, what to take, and how to conduct themselves as they ministered among men. Now Jesus offered insight ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Two Marys - One Savior

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 7, 2020

This is a short sermon for Resurrection Sunday (Easter). It focuses on the lives of two Marys - the Virgin Mary and Mary of Magdalene. It focuses on transformation, on grace and holiness. And it ends with an invitation to the Lord's Supper

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38; John 20:11-18 Theme: Two Mary’s - One Savior This is a short Easter (Resurrection Day) message that ends with the sharing of the LORD’s Supper. It focuses on two women named Mary – the Virgin Mary and Mary Magdalene and how both are representatives of people today. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, John 20:11-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Breakfast With Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Apr 24, 2020

This message digs into the conversation between Jesus and Peter. Peter denied the Lord 3 times. Now the Lord asks him a question 3 times.

John 21 – “Breakfast On The Beach” Big idea: Jesus believes in you! “We believe in God – because God believes in us!” Introduction: We all need someone to believe in us!!! Favourite breakfast.... My friend Pete and I met at Hanks Bakery every week for 12 years (Hi Donna!) Breakfast at home ? ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Road To Emmaus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 2, 2020

Why did Luke chose this post resurrection appearance to record. After all St Paul tells us that at least 514 men saw the resurrected Christ and this doesn't count the women

The road to Emmaus Story: The legendary British journalist and media personality Malcolm Muggeridge was a Marxist before he found Christ. During the Cold War he travelled to Russia to write a story about the Communist party and the decline of religion in that atheistic regime. After conducting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Anglican

Death Is Swallowed Up In Victory

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Apr 22, 2019

St Paul has very strong arguments for the resurrection and writes to the Corinthian Church to counteract those who are denying that the resurrection of the dead - if that is so Christ has not been raised.

Death is swallowed up in Victory 1 Corinthians 15: 54 Reading for The New Testament lesson – 1 Corinthians 15: 12-22, 54b-57 (3 readers: 1 and 2 plus a Narrator) 1 We proclaim that Christ has been raised from the dead, 2 How can some of you say there is no resurrection of the dead? 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-22, Romans 8:34-39, 1 Corinthians 15:54-57