Sermons on Early Chruch:

Into Your Hands

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 16, 2004

This is full text, albeit short. This was part of a Good Friday service covering the sayings of Jesus on the cross.

She was perched on the couch. “Catch me, daddy!” She leaped into my arms. Man, was I scared. My daughter demonstrated faith and trust in me as her dad. She just knew I would catch her. I wasn’t so sure. She has known from very early that I love her and that I have her best interest in mind. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43-46

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Trinity

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Jul 14, 2017

The Bible does not spell out “Trinity.” The idea of the Trinity is so ingrained in Christianity that it is nowhere described, but assumed in Scripture. Our text, for example, presents the Trinity as a fact, without explanation.

In our text Matthew 28:19, the 3 persons are presented, not argued. Mark 1:9-11 does the same thing. This is a core doctrine which no one can deny and still be called “Christian.” It’s not something that must be understood to be saved; rather, it is something that cannot be denied in full ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

"God Disrupts"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 2, 2018

The sermon tells us that God disrupte our normal lifes and changes our life to an extrodinary life.

“God Disrupts” Acts 10:44-48 1. Personal Disruptions • Life was going great and then all of a sudden God disrupts my life the call to preach explain how I played ball loved it but played on Sundays missed church then God said, “ Need to be in church” • God disrupted my ability to make extra money ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:44-48

Denomination: Methodist

The Church's One Foundation

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

The Church's One Foundation

Psalm 127 The Church's One Foundation 1. A Divinely Founded Home No Working in Vain 1 Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: Mt 16:18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Holiness

"Not Fair!"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 16, 2015

Sermon for Kids. Written to help them understand the topic of fairness in God's eyes. This is a way of looking at salvation.

That's Not Fair! Scripture: “But he answered one of them, 'Friend, I am not being unfair to you. Didn't you agree to work for a denarius? Take your pay and go. I want to give the man who was hired last the same as I gave you. Don't I have the right to do what I want with my own money? Or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Time To Celebrate With God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 4, 2015

When Jesus returns the world will be purified so that he can set up his kingdom here on earth. He will begin the purification process by judging the people.

The passage we heard from Nehemiah a few minutes ago occurs after the completion of the wall around Jerusalem. The foundations were laid both physically and spiritually. The people celebrated because they had experienced a great revival, much like the revivals and crusades led by people such as ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-31

Denomination: Anglican

Philip And Ethiopian Eunuch Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 13, 2021

Evangelism is the work of a team. Evangelist, Holy Spirit, and a thirsty soul. God involves and inspires to reach people who are in need through his Evangelists and Gospel workers. read and enjoy the grace of God.

Acts 8:26-40 Philip and Ethiopian Eunuch 08:26-29 Reaching the Thirsty Soul 08:30-35 Preaching Gospel to the Needy 08:36-40 Teaching on Baptism The gist: This week, we are here to learn about evangelism and the Disciple of a new person. Philip was an evangelist. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Methodist

Sent Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 6, 2020

This is the 27th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#27] SENT Acts 13:1-12 Introduction: One of the main themes of the Book of Acts is the work of the Holy Spirit. The Early Church did not grow because of their hard work. They grew because of the work of the Holy Spirit. I want you to notice today, that as a Child of God, you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Do Your Best

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 9, 2013

Paul tells Timothy you need to do your best at proclaiming the Gospel, practicing endurance, avoiding arguments, rightly dividing the Word, and pursuing purity I order to win souls.

Do your Best 1. First Paul tells Timothy that you have to do your best A. Do your best at presenting yourself as one approved by God 2 Timothy 2:15. Do not be ashamed, but rightly explain the word of truth. B. Paul tells Timothy to do your best at being an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-22

Denomination: Methodist

Death By Satan

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 6, 2023

When your sin is so bad that not even the other sinners want to hang out with you then you have really gone over the edge.

1 Corinthians 5:1-5 1 It is reported commonly that there is fornication among you, and such fornication as is not so much as named among the Gentiles, that one should have his father's wife. 2 And ye are puffed up, and have not rather mourned, that he that hath done this deed might be taken ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Days Vanish Like Smoke

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 20, 2022

The young make mistakes, and if they don’t have a strong and self-controlled father figure in their lives, they often make rash decisions and hurt themselves and others in the act.

Saturday of the 25th Week in Course 2022 When we read this portion of the Wisdom book of Qoheleth/Ecclesiastes, it is always wise itself to remember who is writing it to whom. The “preacher,” Qoheleth in Hebrew, is a wise man of advanced years. The reader or listener is redundantly called, “O ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:43-45, Ecclesiastes 11:9-10, Ecclesiastes 12:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Just How Important Is Jesus Christ To Us? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 2, 2022

Is Jesus Christ so important to us that we would lay down everything to witness to His abiding love?

Thursday of 14th Week in Course (July 7 2022) Roger Dicconson “No gold or silver or money in your belt, no bag” basically the clothes on their back were all that the early disciple-missionaries had on their journeys. When we look at the histories of the witnesses to Christ in the sixteenth ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-9, Matthew 10:7-15

Denomination: Catholic

Beginnings Of Mark Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 3, 2023

Gospel according to Mark leads to the Christian faith in Christ. It brings the connectivity between the Old Testament and New Testament, between the Nation Israel and the Church.

Mark 1:1: ‘The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.’ John Mark (Author) John Mark was a son of Mary who gave her a home for the church to assemble (Acts 12;12). He was in the garden of Gethsemane during the betrayal of Jesus and ran away without dress (Mark 14:51-52). He was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Denomination: Methodist

Women Preaching The Gospel Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 12, 2024

The Bible is clear that women have the right to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Bible is clear that women have the right to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Despite misconceptions, God's Word empowers women to share His message. Let's explore examples that demonstrate women's role in spreading the Good News. 1. Deborah, a Prophet and Judge (Judges 4-5): ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:7

The Honor Of Womanhood Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 1, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore seven biblical examples that demonstrate women are, in fact, man's honor.

In a world where women are often marginalized and undervalued, it's essential to revisit the biblical narrative, which presents a profoundly different view of womanhood. Far from being inferior or weaker, women are created in God's image, equal to men, and are a vital part of God's plan ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-2, Ephesians 5:21