Sermons on Efforts:

Preaching To A Postmodern Culture

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 17, 2017

In today’s sermon we are going to examine the manner in which Paul implored the Athenians to seek the Creator, sustainer and ordainer of all life in hope that we might learn how to evangelize this postmodern culture!

Preaching to a Postmodern Culture Acts 17:16-34 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How do we fulfill the command to “go and make disciples” of all nations when most believe that truth is infinitely complex, relational and contextually dependent on socially constructed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Stop Now! Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jun 4, 2016

A sermon examining the importance of pressing on in your work for the Lord.

Don't Stop Now! Haggai 2:1-9 If we are honest there are times in life when we just want to give up. This is especially true concerning the ministry. We are not simply fighting stress, discouragement and exhaustion.... we are fighting an adversary (Satan) who is "walking around like a lion seeking ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Instructions For Effective Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 2, 2022

2 Timothy 2:1-7 gives instructions for effective ministry.

Introduction David and Louise Turpin currently sit in a California jail. They were sentenced to life in prison in February 2019. The two of them had secretly kept their 13 children in captivity for years—possibly even decades. Some of the children were so isolated from society that they barely ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Practical, Not Legalistic Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021

Jesus taught the Pharisees how He desires sincere love for people over meaningless ritual, and how He desires grace over legalism. Those who adhere to ritual and tradition are often unable to love others or worship God.

In our message today, we will see how Jesus taught the Pharisees that forgiveness and grace toward others is a necessity before worship. The capacity to extend love and mercy is something that must be present in a person’s heart before he or she is able to worship the Lord in spirit and truth, as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Maturing? SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

Striving to mature in your spiritual walk in Christ

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I am delighted to see each one of you here today, gathered in the house of our Lord, eager to hear His word and grow in His love. As we come together in fellowship, let's take a moment to quiet our hearts, to set aside the cares of this world, and to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Topics: Spiritual Growth

Always Rejoicing! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023

This sermon explores the power of constant prayer, rejoicing, and gratitude in all circumstances, as a means to strengthen our connection with God.

Greetings, beloved family in Christ. It is always a joy to gather together in God's presence, isn't it? To come together as one body, united in our faith, our hope, and our love for our Savior. It is here, in this sacred space, that we can find solace, strength, and sustenance for our souls. Today, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Topics: Rejoice, Season

Faith Or Observance Of The Law? Series

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Jul 15, 2003

Some begin well in the faith but leave the truth for error and false teachings. Once you get on the track of faith in Christ, don’t get off.

FAITH OR OBSERVANCE OF THE LAW? TEXT: Galatians 3:1-14 (NIV) 1 You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified. 2 I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit BY OBSERVING THE LAW, or BY BELIEVING ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Anger Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 30, 2001

The first of four in a series dealing with major temptations in a believers life.

The Temptations: Anger 1 of 3 August 26, 2001 F.B.C., Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: 1. Anger is a God given emotion. (The trouble is some of us have the tendency to get in hot water when we get hot under the collar) A. In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27, John 18:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

You Can't Win If You Don't Finish Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 12, 2001

Second of Three Sermons on Ministry. General theme is built around "March Madness" - NACC basketball. Our Theme is "March Ministry Madness". This sermon encourages Christians to have a good "spiritual diet" and to exercise their faith in ministry.

Get in the Game 3/11/01 …You Can’t Win if You Don’t Finish Basketball is a great game It is a simple game with many subtleties. The objective is simple - One team tries to score the most points by getting the ball through the hoop while the other team tries to stop you from doing it. Simple! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David's Mighty Men (A Super Bowl Message)

Contributed by Robert Cobb on Jan 13, 2001

A "Super Bowl" message comparing and contrasting the eleven mighty men of David to today’s Christian.

Super Bowl Sunday has become an American tradition. Despite the fact that the game itself is usually a one-sided, boring affair, it seems as if the whole world stops each year for the game. Many churches even cancel their Sunday evening services for their members to watch the game. While there is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

On To Maturity

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 29, 2004

Some believers seem stuck in spiritual infancy; the author of Hebrews urges them to advance to the "meat" of Christian faith & doctrine and start discipling others.

“On To Maturity” Hebrews 5:12-6:12 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts For a young couple, there’s nothing more wonderful than the birth of a baby. But as much as the parents and grandparents love to hold that bundle of joy, it’s their desire that this ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:28

Denomination: Congregational

Builders And Wreckers Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 26, 2004

What kind of Christian are you? God’s kindom is either growing or suffering because of your faith or lack thereof. Determine to serve as one who builds and blesses!

I watched them tear a building down; A band of men in a busy town. With a `HO-HEAVE-HO’ and a lusty yell; They swung a beam and a sidewall fell. I asked the foreman, `Are these men skilled? And the men you’d hire if you had to build?’ He gave a laugh and said, `No indeed! Common labor is all I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Seven Churches Of The Revelation

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 25, 2009

The Loveless, Persecuted, Compromising and Divided Churches exposed

The Loveless Church in Ephesus (Revelation 2:1-7) I. Christ’s Characteristics to the Loveless Church (v.1) A. He that holds the seven stars in His right hand [Master of the messengers to the Church] B. Who walks in the midst of the golden candlesticks [Omnipresent Lord of the Church] II. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Family Names In Stone

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 2, 2008

We have a world filled with people competing with each other to survive instead of relying on each other for survival. We have a world that is selfish and self centered instead of selfless and self sacrificing.

Family Names in Stone Luke 3:23-25 Today I want to look at Jesus genealogy as recorded in Luke chapter 3. Here we have listed Marys family tree that is traced all the way back to Adam. In Matthews gospel we have the genealogy from Abraham to Jesus. Matthew traces Jesus to Abraham for a Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:23-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Coming Up Short

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Jul 24, 2009

Jesus’ disciples come up short when they come up with solutions for the lack of food. Jesus never comes up short.

-Have you ever come up short in your attempts to get something done? -Have you ever tried to pull something really cool together and it didn’t quite work out? -You are in good company. The disciples come up short, way short in their attempts to feed the thousands of people in today’s Gospel ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran