Sermons on Egocentric Gospel:

Come And Have Your Meal At Once

Contributed by Carl Benge on Oct 23, 2007

Sharing in the invitation of the Gospel.. Relating to the parable of the servant and the good master and the thier roles

When I think on today’s Gospel parable I at once imagine how I would feel if I had worked all day in the field for somebody. Imagine how you would feel, you have worked all day long for your boss and at the end of the day, instead of being told you have done a great job, you are told to get supper ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Methodist

Hard Hearts And Dog Tired

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 16, 2006

The day of salvation has come. We must not hardened our hearts to the gospel.

Hard Hearts and Dog Tired Hebrews 3:7-19 Several years ago local radio stations throughout California ran a request for a thief who had earlier that morning stolen a VW Bug to immediately contact the local police authorities. What the thief did not know was that the owner of the VW Bug had ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-19

Denomination: Holiness

"Verbi Domini Minister” Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 21, 2004

The Christian is called to give one, simple message to the unchurched. It is the gospel in its simplicity.

“For I determined to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and Him crucified.” In his commentary on I Corinthians, Simon J. Kistemaker documents that in earlier centuries it was common for preachers of the gospel to write the letters, “V.D.M.” after their name. The letters stand for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Orthodox

Ambassadors For Christ Series

Contributed by James Jack on Mar 12, 2005

We are compelled to take the gospel to the world, for we are God’s fellow workers

2 Cor 5:11 - 6:2 40 Days of Purpose - Evangelism Dead Poets Society is, I think, one of the best films of all time. In his first lesson with his senior class, the rather eccentric but very inspiring English teacher John Keating, played by Robin Williams, takes the boys into the foyer outside the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Narnia: Why Won't Anyone Believe Us? Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Dec 21, 2005

Sometimes the message of the Gospel is as difficult for others to believe as a magical world beyond the wardrobe.

In the Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe, the wardrobe represents the barrier to belief. Beyond the back of that cabinet lay a magical world in which humans could be heroes and the fantastic was true. Lucy goes into the wardrobe and finds the back of it a gateway to a wonderful place called Narnia. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-3

Denomination: Mennonite

A Christmas Carol Revisited

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 21, 2009

This is a sermon which applies the timeless tale of the Christmas Carol to the Gospel message of Christmas.

CHRISTMAS CAROL PAST PRESENT AND FUTURE WE’VE JUST WATCH A TRAILER CHRISTMAS CAROL BY CHARLES DICKENS ADAPTED BY WALT DISNEY STUDIOS STARING JIM CAREY........ • Show Christmas Carol trailer THE PLOT LINE : A ’ TIMELESS TALE ABOUT EBENEZER SCROOGE S A MISERLY OLD MAN WHO BELIEVES THAT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Fly High - Acts Part 12 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 27, 2006

How to present the Gospel to unbelievers according to the mission’s approach of Paul and Barnabas

Fly High – Acts part 12 On The Lighter Side of Life: See e-mail power point from Blair’s. Thesis: How to present the Gospel to unbelievers according to the mission’s approach of Paul and Barnabas. Scripture Text: Acts 13:13 - 14:7 13From Paphos, Paul and his companions sailed to Perga in ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Good News”

Contributed by John Harper on Nov 11, 2008

The death of Christ is the reason that we can declare the “gospel” that will culminate in our Resurrection.

I Peter 3:18-22 September 17, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper “The Good News” Introduction: I. (vs. 18) The Death of Christ A. Christ died for our sins once and for all B. Christ the righteous died for the unrighteous C. Christ died to bring us to God 1. Christ was put to death in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

He's (Like) One Of The Guys

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Feb 21, 2008

Jesus identity with us demands we believe the two cardinal implications of the gospel.

Scripture Introduction When someone says, “Tell me about yourself,” where do you begin? I could say: “I was born in Tennessee and raised in a small town near Memphis.” Or maybe you begin with your current career: “I have been the Pastor here for only 9 months.” Or would you speak of how you chose ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Vessels, Vessels, Vessels

Contributed by Babatunde Olugboji on Jul 22, 2008

This sermon explores the concept of treasure in earthen vessels, within the concept of preaching the gospel

This message is about vessels! I am sure you must have guessed from the title. Our main bible text is from 2 Corinthians 4: 7-9: But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us. We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Recognizing The Receptive Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

We are called to reach out those around us with the hope and message of the gospel.

Recognizing the Receptive Series: Spring Life - Identify Matthew 13:1-9, Luke 19:1-10 March 4, 2007 Morning Service This message was prepared using the Springlife materials supplied by the Wesleyan Headquarters. Introduction When I was young, we always planted a garden at my grandmother’s house. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

The Parable Of The Soils Series

Contributed by David Moore on Jun 9, 2010

This message discusses the different kinds of heart upon which the message of the gospel falls.

Studies in the Gospel of Mark The Parable of the Soils Aim: To sow four different responses to the truth of the Gospel. Text: Mark 4:1-20. Introduction: We often refer to this passage as the Parable of the Sower, but In many ways it is more about the soils than the sower; perhaps we should call ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Pattern Of Self-Denial Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 25, 2011

In this sermon we learn that we must forsake our rights for the sake of the gospel.

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 Christian liberty. You may recall that The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians was in fact ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Investigating The Hero King - An Introduction Series

Contributed by Rob Woodrum on Oct 21, 2010

Introducing Luke's gospel, considering the background and purpose, as well as the first four verses.

Luke 1:1-4 “Investigating the Hero-King” What is significant about the date 9-11-01? Do you remember where you were when it happened? What kind of impact did that event have on the world? What changed because of it? It’s safe to say that the terrorist attack that destroyed the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Warfare - Part Three Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 29, 2011

Paul tells us to take on Gospel footwear and to take up the shield of faith.

Last time, we saw that the Christian warrior is one who desires to walk in the truth and who depends on the righteousness of Christ. He seeks to make sure that his daily condition matches his eternal position. Therefore, he stands fast and firm against the devil’s lies as he asks the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist