Sermons on Doctrinal Bigotry:

Preaching Of The King - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 14, 2004

This seventh Beatitude has to do more with conduct than with character.

Preaching of the King – Part 6 Matthew 5:9-10 This seventh Beatitude has to do more with conduct than with character. The first four may be grouped together as setting forth negative character of the heart of the godly. They are not self-sufficient, but consciously poor in spirit; they are not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9-10

Denomination: Holiness

When God Comes Down

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 12, 2006

Why is there no revival today in North America? We cannot say that there is no revival because of the disunity of God’s people. We cannot say that there is no revival because we have not been evangelistic enough today.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. WHEN GOD COMES DOWN By James O. Davis (Isaiah 64) Introduction Why is there no revival today in North America? We cannot say that there is no ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let Our Behavior Be Guided By The Spirit

Contributed by Carl Benge on Jul 2, 2007

Beginning Service of Ministry in a new congregation Teaching on how are actions need to be guided by God. Fruits of the SPirit

Today marks the beginning of a new church year. This new year will be filled with many things for us as we go forth in ministry together. Though we cannot be certain of what lies ahead of us, we can accept that there may be challenges along the way. We know there will surely be many blessings ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:15-26

Denomination: Methodist

Rejected!

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 9, 2018

He was despised and rejected of men. Even so, we should accept Him, even if this means that we are rejected by our own.

Rejected! Mark 6:1-7 The prophet Isaiah in the 53rd chapter talks about Jesus hundreds of years before He came. He says that the Messiah would be despised and rejected of men and familiar with sorrow and grief. John records in the first chapter of his gospel that “He came unto His own things, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

To Love Like A Child Of A King

Contributed by Tammy Hardwick on Feb 23, 2014

LOVE it is God's GREATEST action but Satan would have you believe it is just a passing emotion. A look into 1 John 3: 11 - 24 and John 13: 1 - 15

1John 3: 11 – 24 READ To Love Like Jesus, what does this even mean? I dont know about you but every I think about how Christ has and does love me I am completely blown away how do I love like that? Sometimes it is hard enough to like a person ... but to love them? I dont know if you have ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-15

Denomination: Vineyard

Getting Back To The Basics

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Nov 11, 2018

Christ message about the work of missions

Back To The Basics-1 8.docx Acts 1:8 Vince Lombardi was the legendary football coach for the Green Bay Packers. One time they lost a game they should have won easily. There was sloppy play and a lot of foolish mistakes The next day at practice, he got the team together, reached into a bag and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem Of Weeds

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Oct 14, 2020

This parable may very well be one of the most important teachings for the church to hear in helping us to understand the nature of our witness for good in the world.

The Problem of Weeds Read Matthew 13:24-30 Everyone who has ever farmed or gardened, or taken care of a lawn, is only too familiar with the vexing reality of weeds. Weeds are essentially a mundane example of the fall of Creation and the presence of sin in the world. The dictionary defines them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Superior Economic Laws

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 8, 2022

Let’s examine what’s behind some superior economic laws found in Leviticus.

Let’s examine what’s behind some superior economic laws found in Leviticus. Right Legal Basis The right basis of law must include one of Jesus’ two Great Commandments. “... you must love your neighbor as yourself …” (Leviticus 19:18 CEB) Opposite to love of neighbor is greed. It plagues our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Time For Everything PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023

In every season of life, God has a purpose for us, and we must embrace change, live according to His commandments, and let love guide us to overcome evil.

Good evening, brothers and sisters. I'm so glad to be here with you today as we dive into a profound message that's as relevant today as it was millennia ago. Our focus will be from Ecclesiastes, a book written by Solomon, and we're looking at some select verses from chapters 3 and 12. The message ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-9

Topics: Love, Overcome, Evil

The King And Lord Of All Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2017

What does it mean that Jesus is King of Kings and Lord of Lords? It's not just a title. It's a powerful description of Who Jesus is and what He means to us.

OPEN: You’ll notice up on stage here we have a Christian and an American flag. According to my research, the American flag on church stages became a prominent feature somewhere around WWI. And it especially came into prominence during WWII when (according to a Catholic resource) the flag was flown ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The "Day Of The Lord” Study In The Scriptures - New Testament Part 10 – (1 And 2thessalonians) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 26, 2022

Paul had to explain to the Thessalonians that they were NOT in the Tribulation just because they were having problems. The man of lawlessness had to come first, The Antichrist, before The Day of the LORD commenced. The Rapture must come first.

THE “DAY OF THE LORD” STUDY IN THE SCRIPTURES - NEW TESTAMENT PART 10 – (1 AND 2THESSALONIANS) THE NEW TESTAMENT REFERENCES TO THE DAY OF THE LORD The DAY OF THE LORD is “The Day of Jehovah” and its usage is always associated with something dire, with judgement, and with events outside the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:2-4, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, Matthew 24:42-43, 2 Peter 3:10, Revelation 16:15, 1 Timothy 4:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jonah, The Preaching Prophet Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 19, 2003

Like it or not, Jonah helped bring about one of the largest mass conversions in history. He’s hoping the city will reject his message of doom, which he likely enjoyed delivering!

Jonah, “the Preaching Prophet” -chapter 3 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Evangelism is a program originated by God. In the light of human depravity and inability to lift ourselves from our sinful condition, God takes the initiative, opening our blind ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

Lesson 10: Preaching A Non-Bible Subject Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 12, 2018

Preach a topic not directly addressed by a single passage of scripture.

Lesson Goal To teach preachers how to handle subjects not directly addressed in the Bible and still have a biblical basis. Lesson Intro There are subjects that a preacher will eventually want to preach on, that are not directly covered in any one passage of Scripture. Parenting, marital ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Take A Stand On Key Issues: Addiction, Abortion, & Marriage

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

The silence of the church on key issues of our day is deafening. By remaining silent on these issues, for fear of controversy, the church unilaterally makes itself irrelevant.

The silence of the church on key issues of our day is deafening. By remaining silent on these issues, for fear of controversy, the church unilaterally makes itself irrelevant. When it's just a social club, or even a Christian fellowship of worship, well... something very important is missing. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Story Of Jonah - A Tragic Hero With A Fatal Flaw Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The story of Jonah is a satiric masterpiece. The book of Jonah is unique in that it humorously recounts the adventures of a prophet who struggled against his divine commission. This really is a handbook on how not to be a prophet.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: In his book, True Heroism in a World of Celebrity Counterfeits, Dick Keyes writes that a celebrity is "one who is famous and well publicized," well known "apart from how they became known. Celebrity itself is indifferent to moral character," he adds. One can be ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3