Sermons on Dr Simon Greenleaf:

The Lord Of Second Chances

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Mar 15, 2016

God is in the business of giving people a second chance. Probably no one knew this better than Simon Peter.

THE LORD OF SECOND CHANCES Luke 9:28-36 Exodus 34:29-35 2 Peter 1:16 Matt. 16:18, 23 2 Peter 1:12-14, 17-18 Matt. 5:47 When Thomas Edison invented the first light bulb, he handed the bulb to his young apprentice who anxiously carried the bulb upstairs. Yes, you might have guessed it; the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36, Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus' Best Friend Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 29, 2013

Beginning of a series looking at twelve followers of Jesus, their imperfections, and their victories. This sermon looks at the life of Simon Peter.

Today we begin a series I have entitled “The Dirty Dozen.” Jesus was always being accused of attracting the worst kind of people. In fact, He said He came to deliver these folks. I thought it might be interesting to examine twelve of these people and discover if perhaps we have some of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15

Denomination: Foursquare

What Hinders Our Prayers?

Contributed by James Dunn on Sep 30, 2004

Dr. Jim Dunn relates 10 hindrances to effective prayer in the life of a christian.

What Hinders Our Prayers? Psalm 80:4 1. Failure to come clean with God … Psalm 66:18 Illust. In his book I Surrender, Patrick Morley writes that the church’s integrity problem is in the misconception "that we can add Christ to our lives, but not subtract sin. It is a change in belief without a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Transfer Of The Priesthood Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007

Part 2 of a study on the priesthood. Adapted from a study by Dr. Perry Stone

This morning we are going to continue our study entitled The Code of the Priest. This series is designed to strengthen your knowledge and understanding of God’s Word and how He interacts with His children. Two weeks ago we laid the groundwork for this study by looking at the fact that the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Renewal Of Our Minds

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 30, 2007

The human brain is the most complex arrangement of matter in the universe.” - Dr. Duane Gish

RENEWAL OF OUR MINDS Romans 12:2 “…the human brain is the most complex arrangement of matter in the universe.” - Dr. Duane Gish We have an incredible machine inside our head called ‘brain.’ You may have a high IQ, or average or even below average intelligence but your brain is still ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Blending Of The Natural And The Supernatural

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Dec 7, 2012

Sermon based upon the preaching of Dr. Bob Pittman. A blending of the natural and the supernatural.

Blending of the Natural and Supernatural -Based on a Sermon preached by Dr. Bob Pitman, February 23, 2009 Various Text Miracles Series 2009 – Black Creek Have you ever really thought about the power of God? He IS an amazing God. The God of yesterday, today, and forever more is the God who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Better Kids 7 Ways

Contributed by Ed Cole on Jun 13, 2011

A classic sermon by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole on the principles for raising Godly kids.

(Sermon Central Subscribers’ Free Gift: www.MajoringInMen.com/SermonCentral) Introduction 1. 1 Corinthians 13:11 2. The father draws the lines 3. Principles are taught so children can live Seven Propositions 1. The father always establishes the atmosphere in the home. a. Genesis 2:15 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Capturing Victory: Uses And Abuses Of Prophetic Ministry Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 3, 2023

In this message, Dr. Vorce addresses the various uses and abuses of the prophetic in the modern church.

1 Corinthians 14:1-5 Introduction: • Briefly address the background of the prophetic and its purpose in Christianity o The Old Testament contains both major and minor prophets. Figures like Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel, as well as Jonah, Amos, Habakkuk, etc. o The New Testament also contains ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-5, Acts 2:17-18, Acts 11:27-30, 1 John 4:1-3, 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22, 2 Peter 1:16-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Great Missionary Commissioning

Contributed by Mark Wood on Jul 28, 2006

Dr. Wood shows his listeners four things the Church at Antioch had that the church desperately needs today.

The church at Antioch became the model distribution center of its day. That is what churches are to be A distribution center for the Gospel. Not just for its local area but focused on the world God gives the routes in Acts 1:8 But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Once Saved, Always Saved

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 7, 2011

A sermon against once saved always saved (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's boo, Set Free)

HoHum: A fellow got up one morning and decided he no longer was going to shave himself, he was instead going to the barber for his morning shave. The town barber also happened to be the local preacher in town. When the guy walked into the barber shop the barber/preacher was not there, he was out ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus & The Party Crasher Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 13, 2001

What did Simon intend to do by snubbing Jesus as he did, and what exactly was the woman doing there at the party?

Alan Calhoun, Bristol, Connecticut told of a tag sale (garage sale) he and wife had a year or so ago. They had decided to put out a mirror they’d received as a wedding gift. The reason they were selling it was that it had a gaudy aqua-colored metal frame and they just couldn’t find a room in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Delivered From Despair Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 7, 2013

A sermon examining how God ministers to us even in times of great distress and despair.

DELIVERED FROM DESPAIR II Corinthians 1:8-11 Perhaps you have endured times of troubles and trials to the point that it seemed there was no hope in sight. Maybe you have dealt with disappointment, discouragement and even doubt. You may have even reached a point where you were tempted to throw ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Worshipped

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 6, 2017

When we read of Mary the sister of Lazarus anointing Jesus with that alabaster jar of nard we often focus on who she was, the worth of the perfume, what the disciples said, etc. But we often overlook what Mary was actually doing.

Matthew 26:6-16 (Please open your Bibles so that you can follow along) Two weeks ago we have took a look at Jesus clearing the temple of the livestock marketplace and currency exchange bank that had been set up in the temple in order to profit from the sacrifices and offerings which would be given ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Peter: An Unfaithful And A Forgiven Man

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 4, 2025

Peter was a prominent Apostle who had a very close relationship with Jesus. He promised to be faithful to Jesus, even willing to die with Him. But then, Peter denied Jesus three times. How could he do that?

Let’s read Mark 14:66-72. I don't know how you feel when you just read the story of Peter's denial of Jesus. While preparing for this sermon, I felt sad, surprised, and disappointed in Peter. Why is that? Two weeks ago, we discussed how the relationship between a rabbi and his students was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Way To The Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 3, 2023

On the way to the cross the women of Jerusalem weep over His alarming & appalling judgment. Jesus advises them to turn their anguish for Him into mourning for themselves. Such sever rejection of the beloved Son of God puts an individual or society on a course that brings its own judgment.

LUKE 23: 26-31 [JESUS’ LAST DAY SERIES] ON THE WAY TO THE CRUCIFIXION [Zech 12:10-14; Luke 19:41–44; 21:20–24; Rev. 6:15–17] In the next episode on Jesus’ last day, we reach the actual events surrounding the crucifixion. The crucifixion account consists of three parts: the journey to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-31, Hosea 10:8

Denomination: Baptist