Sermons on Early Martyrs:

In Losing Everything, You've Gained Christ's Righteousness

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 21, 2010

Our own doings can not make us right before God. For only Christ's righteousness, which is yours by faith alone, stands in God's courtroom. A. All other gains are garbage. B. Your faith knows the power of Christ's resurrection. C. You strain forward

Text: Philippians 3:8-14 Theme: In Losing Everything, You've Gained Christ's Righteousness A. All other gains are garbage B. Your faith knows the power of Christ's resurrection C. You strain forward toward your resurrection sharing in Christ's suffering Season: Lent 5c Date: March 21, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran

With God Nothing Is Impossible

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 19, 2009

The focus this morning is not on St Paul but is actually on the faith of Ananias.

ANANIAS AND PAUL Prayer to open: Father I pray that you will speak to each one of us this morning through what I say and that what I say may be what you would have me say this morning. Through Jeus Christ our Lord. Amen The title for this morning’s sermon is With God, Our impossibilities ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Anglican

"Fiery Trials Are Fruitful” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008

It really takes a godly man, a godly woman to say no when the pressure is on.

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO Daniel 3 & Romans 12 1. CONFIDENCE. We left off last week with 3 men who stood their ground before the leader of the known world! a. It wasn’t new. Their confidence began early in their youth, continued through the teenage years, and now tested again! b. Before the king, they ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 11, 2014

The Gospel. What is it? What can it do for me? Why should I care?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Preparing for next week’s celebration of the greatest event in human history; the resurrection of Jesus, last week we took time to examine why Jesus said He came to the world. • The reason for Jesus’ coming was not about eradicating poverty, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revival Follows Persecution

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 23, 2014

For centuries, Christians have been hated and viciously opposed in many nations. But persecution has not destroyed Christianity. Even under the direst circumstances, it has not only survived but thrived and revived the church.

Opening illustration: Did you know that if one of the arms of a starfish is severed, a new one will grow in its place? In fact, if a starfish is cut up, any piece that contains a part of the central disc will develop into a new starfish. Some oyster fishermen found that out, much to their dismay, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Witness: Prepares #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 24, 2019

We’re all being prepared to be witnesses through the anointing of the Holy Spirit.

We begin with a conversation about the deepest question of all: why are we here? what’s the meaning of our lives? Nothing enduringly great has ever been achieved without asking that question. For us, as Christians, we have answered the question through the lenses of ONE indisputable Truth – God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Compromise? No, It’s Time To Stand Up!

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 8, 2013

Like today, Daniel and his friends faced an onslaught of hedonistic culture attempting to overpower their faith and morals. They determined to resist the influence and God rewarded them by promoting them to the highest positions in Government. It's time f

COMPROMISE? NO, IT’S TIME TO STAND UP! Dan. 1:3-20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. One hot summer day, a man was filling up his black pickup truck at the local gas station. He wasn't very careful, and he got gasoline all over his jacket's left sleeve. 2. He ignored it, and left the station after ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Characterized By Love?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 18, 2021

Does how you live your life exhibit your love for God?

Today let’s ask the question, “Can I be described by the term LOVE?” Does how you live your life exhibit your love for God? Everyone has had a first love in life. Do you remember yours? It might have been a childhood or teenage crush. Some call it puppy love. For some it may have happened ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Matthew 22:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

When Your Faith Is Tested Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 12, 2022

Based on James 1:1-4 - Challenges hearers to understand that God uses tests in our lives to grow our faith.

“WHEN YOUR FAITH IS TESTED” James 1:1-4 FBCF – 9/11/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – First responders face tests all the time. - Firefighters – Every time pager goes off or call comes in, we know that we will face some sort of test. May be a minor test, a relatively easy test, a quick test. Or may be a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

An Account Of The Things Fulfilled Among Us Series

Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on May 22, 2025

To Theophilus from Luke

Introduction We have four gospels about Jesus. Among them, the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which have similar contents, are called the Synoptic Gospels, and the Gospel of John is called the Fourth Gospel. There are many explanations for why there are four gospels about the life and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul’s Witness To The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 22, 2023

The fourth major testimony of Christ's resurrection listed was that of the apostle Paul himself. He was a special and unique witness of the risen Lord.

[RESURRECTION REALITIES SERIES] 1 CORINTHIANS 15: 8-11 PAUL’S WITNESS TO THE RESURRECTION [Acts 9:1–8, 17] The first eleven verses of chapter 15 reviews evidence or the proof of Jesus' resurrection, [a truth the Corinthians already believed (vv. 1, 11)]. For it is on the foundation of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Tensions And Conflicts In Churches And Church Organisations - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 17, 2024

What does a minister do when he arrives at a church and many are unsaved and in leadership positions? Bringing the world’s methods into the church will cause tension. The controversial matter of women in leadership roles looked at. There must be good elders in support.

DEALING WITH TENSIONS AND CONFLICTS IN CHURCHES AND CHURCH ORGANISATIONS – PRACTICAL EXAMINATION AND SUGGESTIONS – PART 3 We have been looking into areas where tensions and church conflict may arise. So far we have examined a number of these and today we continue with more, so let’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:3, Hebrews 13:8-9, 1 Timothy 2:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Commission And Ascension Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years. (PREACHED DURING COVID SHUT DOWN)

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION GREAT COMMISSION AND ASCENSION 4/19/20 – Garfield Good morning, Family. I hope and pray that you and your family continue to be healthy and safe. And I hope during this time that we are having to shelter in you have been spending time in God’s Word and in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas, Mary's Point Of View

Contributed by Lee Houston on Dec 14, 2022

We each have heard the story of Christmas many times: the angel Gabriel visits Mary and then visits Joseph, the shepherds, the Host Angels phrasing God, the Wise Men. Today, I want to concentrate on Mary’s part, the human part of the Christmas story.

Christmas, Mary's Point Of View Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Mathew 1:18-25, Luke 2:1-21, Isaiah 7:14 We each have heard the story of Christmas many times: the angel Gabriel visits Mary and then visits Joseph, the shepherds, the Host Angels phrasing God, and the Wise Men. Today, I want to ...read more

Qq & Aa Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 4, 2025

This morning we are going to see some truths that get to the heart of the religious establishment’s problem with Jesus: his authority.

Background to passage, Matthew 21:23-27: Last week of Jesus’s life. Follows Sunday’s prophetical and demonstrative entrance into Jerusalem, Monday/Tuesday’s indictment of the temple practices, the living parable of the cursing of the fig tree, and now he is teaching in the temple on Tuesday ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-27

Denomination: Baptist