Sermons on Distort The Gospel:

Too Graced To Be Two-Faced Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

THE ART OF STUMBLING When Peter’s behavior didn’t line up with the gospel, Paul confronted him publicly.

INTRODUCTION Someone sent me a list of popular sayings third graders were asked to complete. Their surprise endings made me smile. 1. Better safe than punch a fifth grader. 2. Strike while the bug is close. 3. It’s always darkest before Daylight Savings Time. 4. Don’t bite the hand ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Shaking The Dust Off Your Feet

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 18, 2025

Jesus sends the 12 disciples out into the world to bring the Gospel message to the people. What did he tell them to do and why?

Shaking the dust off your feet Luke 9:1 – 6 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H Koplitz Luke 9:1 Now He called the twelve together and gave them power and authority over all the demons, and the power to heal diseases. 2 And He sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to perform healing. 3 And He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Abiding In Christ: The Secret To A Fruitful Life John 15:5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 28, 2024

John 15:5 is a profound verse from the Gospel of John that speaks to the essence of our relationship with Jesus and the source of our spiritual fruitfulness.

Abiding in Christ: The Secret to a Fruitful Life John 15:5 Introduction: Today, we will delve into a profound verse from the Gospel of John that speaks to the essence of our relationship with Jesus and the source of our spiritual fruitfulness. Our focus will be on John 15:5. This verse provides ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5, John 15:4, Galatians 5:22-23, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Easy Street Preacher

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 19, 2025

The gospel calls us from comfort to courage—leaving Easy Street to follow Christ on the narrow road where joy and purpose meet.

1 · Welcome to Easy Street There’s a neighborhood in almost every town called Easy Street. Zillow says the homes are cozy, the lawns are trimmed, and the HOA guarantees peace and quiet—no barking dogs, no loud parties, and certainly no uncomfortable conversations. Everyone wants to live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26, Joshua 1:9, Hebrews 12:6, 2 Corinthians 1:3-5, Philippians 3:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Giving To Please God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 14, 2025

Because we’re partakers of grace and partners in the gospel, we’re to participate in giving to God’s work by practicing joyful generosity.

Giving to Please God Philippians 4:14-23 Rev. Brian Bill April 12-13, 2025 When I was growing up, my mom insisted that my sisters and I had to write thank you notes whenever we would receive a gift. To reinforce this, she would tell us we couldn’t use the gift we were given until the note was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

Revival In Samaria Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025

When the Gospel of Christ is preached in the power of the Holy Spirit, deliverance, healing, and overflowing joy are released, bringing revival to individuals, families, and communities.

REVIVAL IN SAMARIA By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 8:5-8 Key Verse: “And there was great joy in that city.” (Acts 8:8) Supporting Texts: Matthew 4:23-24; Mark 16:15-18; Acts 1:8; Romans 15:13; Psalm 85:6 INTRODUCTION: Revival is a divine visitation that awakens spiritual hunger, renews ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wholeness & Holiness: Guarding The Avenues

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 31, 2025

The gospel restores body, mind, and spirit—inviting us to guard the soul’s avenues and live as God’s holy, whole temples.

In the beginning, God formed humanity from the dust of the ground and breathed into that dust the breath of life. The Bible’s first portrait of us is not of a ghostly spirit floating toward heaven but of a living, breathing unity — flesh animated by divine breath. Body and spirit, dust and glory. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Philippians 3:20-21, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Matthew 6:22-23, Romans 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Parable Of The Sower And Seed (Luke’s Edition) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 27, 2025

The Lord Jesus Christ used this parable of the sower and seed to explain various reactions to the Gospel. The reactions of His day are much the same as in these days.

The Parable of the Sower and Seed (Luke’s edition) Introduction: This parable of the sower and seed is recorded in each of the so-called synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke). The Lord Jesus Christ used parables or stories like these to give people something to think about. Farming and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Compassion

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 2, 2025

In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus uses the Parable of the Good Samaritan to illustrate the boundless, all encompassing love and compassion required to inherit eternal life.

Introduction and Context: • The Exchange Between Jesus and the Lawyer (Luke 10:25-29): o A lawyer tests Jesus, asking, “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” (v. 25). o Jesus responds with a question, appealing to the Law. The lawyer recites the two great commandments (v. 27). o Seeking to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Church Of God

No Longer Hiding: From Shame To Belonging

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 20, 2026

The gospel restores belonging before behavior, covering shame with presence so hiding loses its necessity and transformation grows from safety.

Most of us think we know what the problem is. We think the problem is sin. Or disobedience. Or failure. Or a lack of discipline. Or not trying hard enough. Scripture does not ignore them. Very early in the biblical story—before commandments, before systems, before religion is fully formed—the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:25, Genesis 3:8-10, Psalm 32:1, Luke 15:20-24, Romans 8:1, Hebrews 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Twenty-Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time- Yes Means No And No Means Yes.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 21, 2023

Statistically, in St. Matthew’s Gospel, words and expressions which emphasize obedience, the doing of God’s will, are among his favorite.

Nikos Kazantzakis was a tortured Greek writer who was constantly haunted by God. He once wrote of an experience he had when he climbed Mount Athos to visit a monk at a monastery. “Father Makarios,” he said to the old monk, “I remember that in your younger days you wrestled with the devil. Do you ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:25-28, Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Catholic

What Kind Of People? Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 7, 2023

We must make the most of the time given to us by God to be good stewards of the Gospel. We must both live it and proclaim it.

I BELIEVE IT’S TRUE THAT WE DON’T LIKE TO BE CAUGHT OFF GUARD AND UNPREPARED. THE DOORBELL RINGS AND SUDDENLY YOU HAVE VISITORS. A STUDENT IS CALLED ON BY THE TEACHER TO ANSWER A QUESTION. A STRANGER STOPS YOU FOR DIRECTIONS. WE SIMPLY DON’T LIKE HAVING TO GO “OFF THE CUFF” WITHOUT ADEQUATE TIME ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8, 2 Peter 3:8-15, Psalm 86:15, 2 Corinthians 5:19-20, Romans 10:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Death And Burial Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 14, 2022

Integrated gospel account of His death on the cross, includes prophecies of details foretold by King David, Isaiah and Zechariah and the fulfillment of those prophecies.

Journey to Calvary As the chief priests led Jesus away to be crucified, he fell beneath the weight of the cross. His back was torn and bleeding. He was weakened from blood loss. They grabbed Simon, a Cyrenian who was coming out of the country, from the crowd and forced him to pick up the cross and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

That Sounds Like Good News To Me

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Feb 25, 2024

In a world that has gone crazy, is there any good news anywhere? In this sermon, we discover why we look to the gospel for good news.

Mark 16:15-18 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. [16] He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. [17] And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Look At Your Feet

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 28, 2022

Based on Romans 10:13-17 - Challenges hearers to consider the lostness of the world & the call of God to go to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

“LOOK AT YOUR FEET” Romans 10:13-17 FBCF – 11/27/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – J & P video I’ve spent a fair amount of time w/ these 2 people. They’ve spoken in churches where I’ve served as Pastor. I’ve eaten meals w/ them, once in Moscow. I’ve spoken to him on the phone several times, texted ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-17

Denomination: Baptist