Sermons on Duty As Kristians:

Peter's Exhortation On Preparing For Suffering Series

Contributed by Tony Fox on Apr 22, 2016

Will there come a time in America when Christians' faith will literally be on trial in courts of law? If you doubt it, you're wrong. We are living in the beginning of those times. What should we do? See what Peter wrote to the strangers scattered abroad.

Faith on Trial Ready to Answer… April 17, 2016, a.m. (1Peter 3:13-17) Command Baptist Church And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good? But and if ye suffer for righteousness 'sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Zechariah And Elizabeth – A Story Of Hope Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 9, 2016

Advent is the good news that there is hope regardless of your situation

Most of you are probably familiar with the classic Christmas movie “It’s a Wonderful Life.” The movie begins with George Bailey about to commit suicide in Bedford Falls, New York on Christmas Eve in 1945. As the prayers of his friends are heard in heaven an angel apprentice named ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-66

Denomination: Baptist

A Missional People Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 8, 2022

A Missional People Series: Roots: Rediscovering Our Foundations November 13, 2022 - Brad Bailey

A Missional People Series: ROOTS Brad Bailey – November 13, 2022 Intro Take a moment …amidst the weekend of Veterans Day…Honor to Veterans. The decision to serve is a tangible declaration that you love your home—the place and its people— enough to bear profound burdens to sustain its existence and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fog Part 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 27, 2023

The eerie spiritual fog has rolled in over the Western church and Christian culture, it has descended on us because, “There is no fear of God before people’s eyes today.” This created the right atmosphere for the fog to roll in and engulf our nation in deception and deceit.”

Series: Reflections from Sabbatical Sermon 3: The Fog Thesis: The eerie spiritual fog has rolled in over the Western church and Christian culture, it has descended on us because, “There is no fear of God before people’s eyes today.” This created the right atmosphere for the fog to roll in and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:18, Psalm 36:1, Ezekiel 33:1-20, Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1 Timothy Chapter 3 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 13, 2024

This is a detailed study verse by verse. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need. I have used several different sources to which I give credit.

I Timothy Chapter 3 I Tim 3:1 This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. (King James Version) 3:1 This is a faithful and trustworthy saying: if any man [eagerly] seeks the office of overseer (bishop, superintendent), he desires an excellent task. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rules In The Service Of Relationships.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 6, 2001

Year C Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 15th, 2001 Luke 10: 25-37 Title: “Rules in the service of relationships.”

Year C Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 15th, 2001 Luke 10: 25-37 Title: “Rules in the service of relationships.” Jesus tells the story of the Good Samaritan in response to a lawyer’s question regarding the meaning of “neighbor” in the great commandment “Love your neighbor.” THE LAWYER’S ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Lutheran

An Intentional Witness Series

Contributed by Rob Culler on Mar 21, 2001

Fifth in a six-part series of living intentionally and not just letting life happen to you.

Living an Intentional Life: Witness INTRODUCTION: President Clinton was down in the swamps where he slipped away from the Secret Service and was out jogging long the scenic paths that crisscross the country. As he was jogging, he accidentally tripped and fell off a narrow bridge into the black, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Genuine Faith”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 27, 2001

Year C. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 7th, 2001 Luke 17: 5-10 Heavenly Father, thank you for genuine faith, which can accomplish what experience, reason, and probability would disallow. Amen. Title: “Genuine faith”

Year C. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 7th, 2001 Luke 17: 5-10 Heavenly Father, thank you for genuine faith, which can accomplish what experience, reason, and probability would disallow. Amen. Title: “Genuine faith” Jesus teaches about faith as a quality and the quality of a disciple’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

#3doomed To Failure: Spiritual Blindness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 6, 2006

There are none so blind as those that refuse to see. Mental and spiriutal blindness is a terrible disease that can thrive within the church. Lord open our eyes!

DOOMED TO FAILURE BECAUSE OF SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS #3 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson. THERE ARE NONE SO BLIND AS THOSE THAT REFUSE TO SEE! I. ASK THE QUESTION: WHY DID GOD CREATE THE SABBATH DAY? MOST SPIRITUALLY BLIND PEOPLE WILL ANSWER TO REST? Can we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reality Check Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jun 29, 2005

One reason so many Christ-followers leave such a lousy legacy is because we wear masks. We need to learn to live with no masks. God wants me to be the real deal. My family and friends need me to be authentic. This is needed especially in the home.

When I help a family with a funeral, I sit with family members and ask questions like, “How did your dad or mom impact your life?” Afterwards, I sometimes wonder, “What will my boys say about me someday? Will they say that they love Jesus more because of me? Or will they love Jesus less because ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day - 2004

Contributed by Steve Klink on May 30, 2004

Respecting the sacrifice of those who bought our freedom with their lives.

“In New York harbor stands a lady, With a torch raised to the sky. And all who see her, know she stands for Liberty for you and I. I’m so proud to be called an American To be named with the brave and the free. I will honor our flag and our trust in God, And the Statue of Liberty.” Memorial - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Canadian Christians Vote On June 28th, 2004

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 24, 2004

See how God works in us as agents of change to help others, love others through a thing called "voting" rather than revolting.

WHY CANADIAN CHRISTIANS VOTE ON JUNE 28th, 2004 June 28th tomorrow is decision time in Canada. I wonder who will be in power. Given the tight race between the Liberals and the Conservatives, as experts inform us, it seems we may have a minority government. But I will boldly predict this… There ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Understanding Works Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 4, 2003

In this sermon we explore the difference between works by human effort and godly works.

Good deeds or works fall primarily into two categories: man driven works and God produced works. Man-centered religion always works to improve self in the hope that we will reach the level of salvation. Even Christians fall into this trap. Man driven works is either the attempt to become a god or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:8-10, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Proper Order In The Church Meeting Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 20, 2012

In today's lesson, we learn that there must be proper order in the church meeting.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of spiritual gifts. Let’s learn more about that in a message I am calling, “Proper Order in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"A Messiah Who Teaches Part 5: The Atypical Reaction Of A Disciple" Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 13, 2009

Jesus is calling us to a higher standard.

A Messiah Who Teaches Part 5: The Atypical Reaction of the Disciple Text: Matthew 5:38-48 Introduction 1. Illustration: The teaching of the Sermon on the Mount is not - Do your duty, but - Do what is not your duty. It is not your duty to go the second mile, to turn the other cheek, but Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Methodist