Sermons on Elementary Teachings:

The Parables Of Jesus: The Lost Sheep & The Lost Coin Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 15, 2022

Time and again in the New Testament we see Jesus sharing parables and stories related to shepherds and sheep. It’s very very common. From psalm 23, talking about the rod and staff of the shepherd, to Jesus calling himself “the gate for the sheep” it’s throughout the scriptures.

“Dr. Andrew Bonar told me how, in the Highlands of Scotland, a sheep would often wander off into the rocks and get into places that they couldn't get out of. The grass on these mountains is very sweet and the sheep like it, and they will jump down ten or twelve feet, and then they can't ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Spong Vs Spong Part 1

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 22, 2020

The Church has been taken over by those who do not follow the faith once for all delivered to the saints. One of its chief proponents has been a member of my clan, John (Jack) Shelby Spong. Well, it’s time to rise up, defend the truth of the Scriptures and uphold the family name.

The Church has been taken over by those who do not follow the faith once for all delivered to the saints. One of its chief proponents has been a member of my clan, John (Jack) Shelby Spong. Well, it’s time to rise up, defend the truth of the Scriptures and uphold the family name. Noted New ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Samuel 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

An Ode To The Messed-Up Church Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 11, 2020

This passage details the numerous efforts the Paul made to get the Corinthians back on track and the harsh reality that some churches are just a mess.

- Maybe start with the story of Pastor Mark and church “J.” THE SITUATION FOR THIS MESSED-UP CHURCH: 1. Paul handled his ministry there with integrity. - 2 Corinthians 12:11-12, 17-19. 2. Paul sacrificed for them. - 2 Corinthians 12:13, 14b, 15-16. 3. This was not the first time he’d tried ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Keys - Colossians Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 12, 2024

As a Jesus follower, our presence should witness to a different set of standards than the world in which we operate.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17, Matthew 7:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing Faith Through Scripture

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Dec 4, 2023

Growing Faith Through Scripture

Introduction: Today, we look into the profound responsibility bestowed upon parents by the Old Testament to instill their children's minds with the sacred teachings of Scripture. As we explore Deuteronomy 6:7, we'll uncover the timeless wisdom that emphasizes the role parents play in ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Preparing Your Easter Sermons

Contributed by Ivy Drafor-Amenyah on Mar 14, 2023

Sharing the Gospel during Easter needs to help people know who Jesus is

INTRODUCTION We preach about the passion of Christ year after year. And we read the same passages year after year. Each year is expected to be unique and different. Yes, and the emphasis is usually different when a lot of time is spend in the presence of the Lord, to seek His guidance and strength ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:26-27, John 1:14, John 10:30, John 1:29, 2 John 1:7-11, Colossians 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Proclamation Of The Church, Part 2

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 15, 2023

The church was established by the Lord Jesus Christ to proclaim the message of salvation to a lost and dying world. We need to remember that and repent of proclaiming anything else.

Ignorance is not listed as a gift of the Spirit. It is vital in these last days to know why you believe in the message of the Gospel and what makes up the essential doctrines of the faith. The Gospel is constantly being attacked by the forces of evil each passing day.Too many Christians have no ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, Mark 16:15, Titus 1:9, Acts 2:38, 1 Timothy 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jude Part 4 - Danger Danger Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 10, 2024

Jude gives five words pictures and five characteristics of false teachers and a prophecy of doom.

Jude 1:12-16 (Part 4) Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 3-10-2024 Danger I was playing basketball at the rec center in Pontiac on Friday afternoon back when I was a youth pastor. As we were playing, students would walk around the court to go to another class and several would ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciples' Best Attitude Toward Wealth

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 20, 2025

An early reminder of the Jewish understanding of the dangers of wealth that has been hoarded for personal power.

Friday of the 29th Week Integral 2025 I’ve run into a lot of people who think they know Scripture and will quote St. Paul by saying “money is the root of all evil.” If you paid attention to the first reading, you know that he, acting as Timothy’s mentor and supervisor, wrote “the love of money is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:6-20, Luke 8:1-3, 1 Timothy 6:2-12, John 12:4-6, Matthew 6:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Biblical Mandate For Husbands Regarding Loving And Sacrificial Leadership Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to himself as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish, but holy and blameless.

As we explore the biblical teachings on marriage and relationships, it becomes clear that the role of a husband is one of profound responsibility and sacrifice. In Ephesians 5:25-30, the apostle Paul writes: The Call to Love and Sacrifice "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Parables Concerning The Kingdom, Part 1 (Matthew 13:1-23)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 13, 2025

Matthew, Chapter 13, presents a series of stories, or parables, Jesus used to illustrate the concepts of the kingdom of God, the approaching judgment, and the work of the devil. Listen, if you have ears to hear.

The thirteenth chapter of Matthew's gospel focuses upon the parables of Jesus. As the Master got into a boat while teaching the people on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, He told a story about a man whose job it was to sow seed into ground that had been tilled in order to grow crops. In the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-53, Mark 4:1-9, Mark 6:1-6, Luke 4:16-30, Luke 8:4-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Would You Know Him? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Aug 17, 2023

Jesus makes average, everyday believers a priority, and through His suffering, He demonstrates His love for us, opening our hearts and minds to the Scriptures.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to dive into an awesome story from the Bible that happened on the same day Jesus came back to life. It's about two regular people, just like you and me, who had an encounter with Jesus that changed their lives. The main idea is that Jesus cares about each one of us, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Topics: Divine Recognition, Messiah Belief, Spiritual Enlightenment, Jesus' Teachings

Set Free From Shame: The Story Of The Samaritan Woman Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Encounters with Jesus can transform our lives, freeing us from shame and guilt, and turning us into people who share God's love with others.

Hey guys! Today, I want to share a story from the Bible that has a surprising twist at the end. But before we dive into the story, let's do a quick object lesson that will help us understand the main idea of the message. (Object Lesson: Fill a clear glass with dirty water. Then, pour clean water ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Topics: Divine Encounters, Jesus Teachings, Biblical Miracles, Spiritual Transformation

Drawn To Christ Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Our journey with Jesus involves discovering who God is, who we are in Christ, and becoming more like Him as we grow in our faith.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something really cool. You know how we all love free samples, right? Like when you go to the mall and they give you a tiny taste of a smoothie or a bite of a cookie? Well, today we're going to see how God is kind of like a free sample. He wants us to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29, John 1:30, John 1:31, John 1:32, John 1:33, John 1:34, John 1:35, John 1:36, John 1:37, John 1:38, John 1:39, John 1:40, John 1:41, John 1:42  (view more)  (view less)

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Purpose, Faith Journey, Christ's Teachings

Seek And Save The Lost Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus seeks and saves the lost, transforming their lives from being unjust to living righteously, and we are called to follow his example by building relationships with others and experiencing salvation in our daily lives.

Today, we're going to talk about a story from the Bible that shows us how Jesus can change our lives. It's about a guy named Zacchaeus, who was a tax collector and not very popular because of it. But when he met Jesus, everything changed. What I want you to walk away from this with is that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Topics: Divine Salvation, Modern Faith, Jesus' Teachings, Spiritual Redemption