Sermons on Doctrinal Difference:

Love Of A Different Kind

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Nov 9, 2007

Love of God translates to love for others.

Love of a different kind Quite often, we hear movie stars or rock stars say “I love you” to their fans. This is because their fans buy tickets to see them in concerts or buy their CDs or go see their movies or purchase their products such unique fashion line of clothes, perfumes, shoes and other ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Different...yet The Same

Contributed by Carl Willis on May 2, 2007

Jesus and John the Baptist used different methods and styles of proclaiming their message. Even though the methods were different, the message was the same. This message examines how methodology and style are guided by the timeless mission of reconci

Different…Yet the Same Matthew 3:1-6 Matthew 4:12-17, 23-25 May 6, 2007 Matthew 3:1-6 (NLT) In those days John the Baptist began preaching in the Judean wilderness. His message was, [2] "Turn from your sins and turn to God, because the Kingdom of Heaven is near." [3] Isaiah had spoken of John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is This Sacrament Different?

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Oct 7, 2007

This sermon was prepared for World Communion Sunday in 2007. The title reflects the Four Questions asked by the youngest child during a Passover Haggadah.

Why Is this Sacrament Different? --Luke 22:14-23 We all know that our sacrament of Holy Communion derived from the Last Passover observance Jesus conducted with His disciples on the night He was betrayed. Oftentimes I have observed an authentic, Messianic Passover on Maundy Thursday evening in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-23

Denomination: Methodist

Becoming And Looking Different

Contributed by David Sorn on Nov 5, 2005

Christians must remember that they are called to put off their former way of life, to renew their minds, and to put on the new self, which will produce a Godlier lifestyle.

Let us pray... Our passage today is from Ephesians 4:20-24. It says: 20You, however, did not come to know Christ that way. 21Surely you heard of him and were taught in him in accordance with the truth that is in Jesus. 22You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are We Any Different? Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Nov 22, 2005

Christmas Realities - Part 1. Will you stand out from the crowd this Christmas season?

ARE WE ANY DIFFERENT? Christmas Realities – Part 1 1st Sunday of Advent 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 (TNIV) INTRODUCTION: Perhaps there is no better indication that the Christmas season is upon us than the appearance of the Salvation Army kettles and bell-ringers outside of our favorite shopping centers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

The Difference Easter Makes

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Apr 19, 2006

This sermon looks at how the women on Easter Sunday remembered the words of Jesus and this made all the difference to how they felt.

Introduction Imagine the women visiting Jesus tomb on Easter Sunday felt. They were already heartbroken, Jesus was dead, and they were depressed, afraid of the Jews. Now they just wanted to do one last thing for Jesus, to take care of his body. When they get there he’s gone. The bible says Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Religion That Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 23, 2006

Religion that makes a difference is characterized by godly language, godly love and a godly lifestyle. James not only tells us what we should be, he tells us how to get there.

Introduction A. I heard about a man who came into church late one Sunday. 1. He asked someone in the back of the auditorium, “Is the sermon done yet?” 2. The person wisely answered, “The sermon has been preached, but it has yet to be done.” 3. Wow! You talk about truthful and insightful! 4. The ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dads That Make A Difference Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 2, 2006

God will help you to be a dad who makes a difference. Here’s how...

Part 2: Dads that Make a Difference (Series: Heavenly Help for Your Family) 1 Thessalonians 2:4-13 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 18, 2006 *On this Father’s Day in 2006, I hope you are thankful for Dad. I hope you can look back and say, “I had a dad who made a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

Marching To A Different Drummer

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 30, 2006

We follow a holy, warrior God who extends favor.

MARCHING TO A DIFFERENT DRUMMER Joshua 6.1-27 S: Warfare C: Destruction of sin; extension of grace Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE FOLLOW A HOLY, WARRIOR GOD WHO EXTENDS FAVOR. TS: We will find in our study of Joshua 6 how the Israelites were able to overtake the formidable fortress of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Different Kind Of Free

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 19, 2005

A message on true freedom. Written for Independence Day

A Different Kind of Free John 8:31-36 July 3, 2005 Morning Service Introduction I believe that we have been blessed to live in the greatest nation in all of the world and we have been given, by God, almost matchless freedom. No other nation on earth enjoys the kind of nation that we have and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Church Of God

Choosing To Make A Difference

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 27, 2005

Our lives have purpose and we’re called on to choose that purpose.

Choosing to Make a Difference with your Life Cornwall November 13, 2004 Franklin Graham grew up as the oldest son of the famous American evangelist Billy Graham. From the time he was little, Franklin was seen to be his father’s obvious heir. He was told over and over again by family, friends, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baptism And Dedication, The Difference

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jun 18, 2004

A lesson on the difference of Baptism and Dedication for a Baby[Child]

Baptism and Dedication, The Difference. Showing the Biblical response to those who call for the Baptism of Children. Baptism signifies 1. A confession of faith in Christ; {Believing in Christ requires knowledge of Him} ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living A Different Lifestyle

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Feb 4, 2006

Christians should demonstrate a different lifestyle from non-follower of Christ.

LIVING A DIFFERENT LIFESTYLE Colossians 3:1-17 ILLUSTRATION There was this interesting newspaper article that illustrates the importance of mental associations in making decisions. A high school in Virginia offered a course called “Home Economics for Boys.” Obviously, it got very little ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Makes The Difference

Contributed by Warren Napier on Dec 8, 2004

WE NEED TO LET CHRIST TOUCH OUR EYES, SO THAT WE CAN SEE, WHEN CHRIST YOUR EYES YOU WILL HAVE A NEW WALK AND TALK, YOUR LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME.

JESUS MAKES THE DIFFERENCE JOHN 9:1-7 AS I BEGIN TO LOOK AT THIS CHAPTER OF SCRIPTURE, MY MIND RUNS BACK TO WHEN I WAS RUNNING AROUND IN DARKNESS. YOU SEE, THE WORLD I WAS LIVING IN WAS DARKNESS TO THESE EYES OF MINE. THE PLACES THAT I WOULD GO WAS DARK PLACES. THE THINGS THAT I WAS DOING WAS ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry That Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 21, 2008

God wants your life to make a lasting difference in the people around you.

Ministry that Makes a Difference Acts 13:42-52 Intro: Bill Wilson pastors an inner city church in New York City. His mission field is a very violent place. He himself has been stabbed twice as he ministered to the people of the community surrounding the church. Once a Puerto Rican woman became ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God