Sermons on Eating Together:

The Ministry Of Confrontation Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 28, 2009

The Jerusalem Council had convened & doctrinal clarity had been established, but that did not mean the issue of how a person is saved was over. Is salvation only through Christ or by Christ & the law? Knowing the right answer & acting on or practicing

GALATIANS 2:11-16 THE MINISTRY OF CONFRONTATION [Acts 10] The Jerusalem Council had convened and doctrinal clarity had been established, but that did not mean the issue of how a person is saved was over. Is salvation only through Christ or by Christ and the law? Knowing the right answer and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus- Left Behind

Contributed by Thomas Baird on Dec 15, 2002

At this holiday time of year, have we Forgotten Jesus... Or have we just left him behind

Jesus…. Left Behind. Opening Statement….. During this Holiday Season.. have we Forgotten Jesus Christ?? Have we forgotten Jesus? How many of you have done any shopping for Christmas so far?… We have We even braved Wal-Mart at 6:00 A.M. the day after ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-49, Matthew 25:31-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Fasting Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 9, 2023

God has given us so much to enjoy in this world, but the results of sin is so great that the grief in our spirit overrides our physical hunger.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org 16 “Now whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting. Truly I say to you, they have their reward ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Brethren

How To Pray For A Nation Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 20, 2003

Let me give you my proposition right at the beginning: “God’s people following God’s plan receive God’s promises.” When we do what God says we will enjoy His promises. We are blessed when we do things God’s way. Let’s explore together about what the Bib

How to Pray for a Nation Happy Independence Day! You are part of the faithful remnant that has remained behind this holiday weekend. As we focus on our nation this morning, it’s good to be an American, isn’t it? • Only in America…do banks leave both doors open and then chain the pens to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Is Not Meant To Be A One-Man Show

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Aug 28, 2019

Do you need help? We rarely like to think that we do. How did Moses respond when someone said that he looked like he needed some help. Moses’ example is a great reminder of the help that God provides for us in those whom God has placed around us in our church to carry out the ministry together.

“Do you need some help?” When someone asks you that question, what is your natural reaction? I think that our natural response might be a bit defensive, “No. I’ve got it. I’m fine” whether we really are or not. Why is that? There is a little part of us that doesn’t want to admit that we need ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Why The Jews? Pt. 1

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Dec 3, 2004

Why are God’s people the most hated and persecuted of all peoples? God has blessed Israel and has certain promises for them! God will bless the nations that bless Israel!

Psalm 83:1-4 From this verse we can glean several facts about Israel and the Jews that make up this nation: · God has always heard Israel’s plea as a people. Vs.1 · God has always helped Israel persevere as a people. Vs. 2-3 · God has always heralded Israel’s place as a nation. Vs. 4 As we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pursuing "Happyness" Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on May 7, 2007

Happiness is a choice, not a consequence. It is centered on God’s rule in our lives and it is connected to what Christ has done for us.

Last December 2006, Columbia Pictures released the movie “The Pursuit of Happyness,” starring Will Smith and his son Jaden Christopher. Christopher Gardner inspired the movie. He was a salesman struggling to provide for his family until he finally makes it big in the stock brokerage business in San ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Discipline Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 18, 2009

To run the race Christ has set before us such that we reach the finish line and receive the prize, we need to exercise self-discipline all along the way.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE B.) FREEDOM TO CHOOSE FITNESS “SELF-DISCIPLINE” (1 Cor. 10:1-22) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, May 17, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: Last ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Hey Jude - Pt . 2 - Distraction Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 10, 2013

The song made Jude famous. However, the most important Jude is often overlooked. Hey Jude, what do you have to teach us?

Hey Jude - Pt. 2 - Distraction I. Introduction The Beatles released the single "Hey Jude" in August of 1968. The song is more than seven minutes long and spent nine weeks at number one in the United States. This song is frequently included on professional critics' lists of the best songs of all ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

In Christ, I Am...a Bridge Builder Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

The church is more than a social club. Why is it difficult for some people to fit in, and how can we build bridges?

IN CHRIST, I AM…A BRIDGE-BUILDER—Ephesians 2:11-22 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) My wife and I retired in Texas a few months ago, and we found ourselves, for the first time in our marriage, looking for a church to call home. We were looking beyond the friendly greeters holding the door ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Yes! You Have A Purpose!"

Contributed by Charles Banks on Jun 12, 2003

This sermon is to edify its hearers that they do have have a GOD-given purpose for which they were born and encourage every person to not only allow GOD to apply them to that purpose, but also walk in it fervently!

“Yes!!! You Have A Purpose!!!” Luke 22:31-32 31. And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: 32. But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren. JESUS is speaking here directly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian Church

"Jesus - Who Is He?"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 22, 2008

Explains who Jesus really is.

“Jesus – Who is He?” April 27, 2008 “When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah ; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets." "But what about you?" he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Holiness

Wdjd

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015

We don't have to guess what Jesus WOULD do... we know what he DID.

What DID Jesus Do? 1 Peter 2:21 I was recently sitting in a preacher meeting and I noticed that Kevin James was wearing socks with “W.W.J.D.” printed on them. I have seen other people wearing bracelets, hats, key chains, t-shirts, and other items with the “W.W.J.D.” I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21

Denomination: Baptist

Increasing Your Spiritual Assets

Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 1, 2002

Learn to increase the worth of your relationship with God

I received an email this week asking the question, "What’s the difference between people who pray in church and those who pray in casinos?" The answer, "The ones in the casinos are serious." There may be more truth to that email than we want to believe. The prayer to increase one’s wealth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: *other

Joseph's Monologue - A Christmas Play Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 29, 2021

This is a powerful Christmas monologue. Christmas from the eyes of Joseph. A proper production can be very powerful.

Did you know that Joseph has no speaking parts in the Christmas story? The Bible never quotes anything that Joseph said. With that in mind, I want to take some creative liberties and put some words into Joseph's mouth. It's important to let you all know that this piece is just a creative ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational