Sermons on Elements:

Sermon On A Pulchritudinous World

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 13, 2022

Pulchritude is defined as beauty or attractiveness.

Onyeuche Godson, a Nigerian-born author, public speaker and teacher once remarked: “Pulchritude cannot make an attitude, unless an attitude is appreciated with a pulchritudinous awareness.” 1 Peter 3:3-4 confirms: “Do not let your adorning be external - the braiding of hair and the putting on of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Romans 1:20, Nehemiah 9:6, Song of Songs 4:7

Biblical Fasting

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 24, 2017

Fasting has been misused by mystics and sometimes remained a mystery to many committed Christians. Although opinions are mixed on the issue, I believe we can carve out a Biblical position that, while perhaps incomplete, will lay a good foundation.

Biblical Fasting (Matthew 9: 14-15) 1. This is perhaps the most awful pun you will hear. 2. Mahatma Gandhi went around barefoot quite often, and eventually his soles turned very tough and thick. Of course he also was a devout Hindu. Later in life he also fasted a lot, becoming thin and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Guidance

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 15, 2023

Guidance is defined as advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty, especially as given by one in authority.

John Rampton, an American businessman once remarked: “Empowerment isn't a buzzword among leadership gurus. It's a proven technique where leaders give their teams the appropriate training, tools, resources, and guidance to succeed.” John 16:13 confirms: “When the Spirit of truth comes, he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Psalm 25:4-5, Psalm 119:105

Can We Bring Revival To Albany?

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 20, 2007

In this terrible world of sin and ever present evil can revival be a reality in our community again? Can we be the light of the world as Christ has called us to be?

Sermon Brief Date Written: April 20, 2007 Date Preached: April 22, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Service Series Title: A Message on Revival Sermon Title: Can Revival Come to Albany? Sermon Text: 2 Chronicles 7:10-16 Introduction: This morning God has laid a message on my heart that is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Easter Gifts

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 13, 2017

In our passage Jesus passes out some wonderful Easter Gifts - 1. Peace 2. Assurance 3. Commission 4. Holy Spirit 5. Ability to Heal and Forgive

Scripture: John 20:19-29 (cf. 19-23); 1 Peter 1:3-9 and Call to Worship (Psalm 16) Theme: Jesus' Easter Gifts In our passage Jesus passes out some wonderful Easter Gifts - 1. Peace 2. Assurance 3. Commission 4. Holy Spirit 5. Ability to Heal and Forgive INTRO: Grace and peace from ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Communion: It's More Than A Meal

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 16, 2020

This is a sermon on the meaning of communion for the believer.

Title: Communion: “There’s More to Prepare than a Meal” Script: I Cor. 11 (primary) Type: Expos. Where: GNBC 9-7-14/1-6-19 Intro: What happened to Time: When as a child I laughed and wept, time crept. When as a youth I dreamed and talked, time walked. When I became a full grown man, time ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Eschatology - Study Of The End Times. Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 30, 2018

This message summaries the doctrine of last things.

Eschatology -- THINGS TO COME REVIEW/INTRODUCTION We have given consideration to some basic consideration regarding war. Why is there war? We have war because of the wickedness and selfishness of men. What is God's perspective on war? God makes war and uses war on the basis of three basic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"A Stone..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 8, 2004

Impetous, I’d say. Reckless, all the way. That was Peter to a fault. Come to think of it, we’re all a lot like him. As God did with him He will with us!

Introduction I. "Hardened by the elements of life and polished by the daily grind" would of been the way his resume’ would of began! His name was Peter. Some who had the misfortune of meeting up with him on a bad day probably called him by some other name. A. Regardless though, God used this ...read more

Scripture: John 1:42

Denomination: Baptist

Make Disciples Of All Nations Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 18, 2008

To fulfill our supreme mission, there must be: 1) AVAILABILITY, 2)WORSHIP, 3)SUBMISSION, 4) OBEDIENCE, & 5)POWER:

One of the most important moments in a military officer’s life is their commission. It is the moment when they swear to defend their country against all enemies, foreign or domestic while upholding the rules governing their country. When officers finish their training they gather together in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Other

In Memoriam Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 29, 2021

Is the Lord's Supper an act performed by rote, or do we worship the Lord through this act? The Meal is designed to actively bring to mind the sacrifice of our Saviour, bring us to the point of worship.

“I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, ‘This is my body which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Our Champion - Mark 15:16-20 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 22, 2024

One of the most painful emotions the human soul can carry is shame. What can you do when feelings of shame continue to press down on you even after you've repented of a sin?

Mark 15:16 The soldiers led Jesus away into the palace (that is, the Praetorium) and called to-gether the whole company of soldiers. 17 They put a purple robe on him, then twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on him. 18 And they began to call out to him, "Hail, king of the Jews!" ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-20, Matthew 27:27-31

"The Danger Of Leaving The First Love"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on May 13, 2002

Loving Jesus first and foremost!

ATHE DANGER OF LEAVING THE FIRST LOVE@ Dr. Dennis Deese REVELATION 2:1-7 This church represents the church age in history between Pentecost and 100 A.D. Ephesus literally means "desirable". Ephesus was the chief city of the province of Asia. It was the metropolitan city that influenced both ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Relationship Is Everything

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 29, 2005

This is a sermon I did teaching about Communion prior to observing it.

Relationship is a beautiful thing. Perhaps one of the most influential relationships in this life is the one between Mother and child. The sweetest sound to mortals given / Are heard in Mother, Home, and Heaven. —William Goldsmith Brown, “Mother, Home, and Heaven” No man is poor who has had a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

On The Same Page

Contributed by John Mehrens on Jun 19, 2014

Seeking to move ahead in UNITY!

On the Same Page! Titus 3 But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments and quarrels about the law, because these are unprofitable and useless. Warn a divisive person once, and then warn them a second time. After that, have nothing to do with them. You may ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

Confession And The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Martin Luther on Jun 1, 2011

A classic sermon by Martin Luther.

I. OF CONFESSION AND THE LORD'S SUPPER IN GENERAL. 1. Although I have often preached and written on the Lord's Supper and Confession, yet annually the time appointed for the consideration of these subjects, for the sake of those who desire to commune, returns, and so we must review them in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:23-25

Denomination: Lutheran