Sermons on Emblem:

Christian Challenge Sermon Vi: What's Love Got To Do With Being Distincty Christian? Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 12, 2019

In times like these, Christians are challenged to become mature peacemakers who unashamedly demonstrate their unconditional love for God and others in word and in deed as did our Lord.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON VI: WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH BEING DISTINCTLY CHRISTIAN? Have you ever loved someone? Have you ever been loved by someone? These two questions address the two greatest needs of the human race: to love and to be loved. Without love, we die . . . “The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Christian Challenge Sermon Vi: What's Love Got To Do With It Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 15, 2020

In times like these, when that which is good is being called evil and that which is evil is being called good by more people than we want to admit, mature Christians stick to that greatest of all commandments of our Lord - Agape!

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH BEING DISTINCTLY CHRISTIAN? Have you ever loved someone? Have you ever been loved by someone? These two questions address the two greatest needs of the human race: to love and to be loved. Without love, we die . . . ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Communion - Together As One

Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Mar 24, 2023

Tracing the communion service from the Passover through the Last Supper and the Eucharist.

Passover Death was in the air. The young boy stood outside with his father, watching him splash blood onto the doorposts of their humble home. “Why, dad, why?” Comes the plaintive question from the lips of a terrified youngster. “This is to keep you alive, son. Let’s go inside to share our last ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:24-26

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Listen To The Bread

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on May 7, 2023

Over 10,000 years ago the people of Egypt began to crush grain and the bakers put flat circular discs of the crushed grain that was infused with water, flattened, and shaped into what looks like tortillas or pita bread.

Theme: Listen to the Bread Text: Luke 22:19 “And He took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of Me.” INTRODUCTION: The Egyptians are credited with the invention of bread. Over 10,000 years ago the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A- Lamb Of God Who Takes Away The Sin Of The World. Version 2.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 7, 2022

The most effective way this is done is through self-disclosure, which is a very important part of mental and spiritual healing since we allow God to see and “behold us,” in our sin and neediness

Two cockroaches were munching on garbage in an alley when one engages in a discussion about a new restaurant. "I was in that new restaurant across the street," said one. "It's so clean! The kitchen is spotless, and the floors are gleaming white. There is no dirt ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Catholic

Working Hours Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2023

Jesus emphasised the life on earth is a blessing. It’s a time bound. So, make use of it going beyond the boundaries of man made rules and regulations which are mere ideas not life changing.

Theme: Working Hours Text: John 9:1-5   Greetings: Dearly beloved in Christ, Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! The Lord is good and His Love endures forever!   Introduction: Our thought for this month is on how to strike a balance between the working hours and ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

The Resurrection Confirms Eternal Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024

This sermon reflects on the transformative power of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, affirming their central role in our faith and eternal salvation.

Good morning, beloved friends. It's always a joy to gather together in this sacred space, where the Spirit of God moves and breathes among us, where the Word of God is our nourishment, and where the love of God binds us together as a family. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, a ...read more

Topics: Resurrection

The Legacy Of Truth Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Feb 11, 2024

A legacy is something that is passed on, such as faith, ethics, core values, assets, character, reputation, or life. A legacy can be the sum of a person's accomplishments, actions, and values that resonate with others. John teaches we must leave a legacy of truth.

1 John 5:18-21 (NKJV) “The Legacy of Truth” February 11, 2024 INTRO: A legacy is something passed down from the past, such as from an ancestor or predecessor. A legacy is something that is passed on, such as faith, ethics, core values, assets, character, reputation, or life. A legacy can be the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jul 22, 2006

A look at Paul’s teaching regarding the Breaking of Bread/Communion and its effect on us as believers.

THE LORD’S SUPPER - I CORINTHIANS 11:23-33 We are going to look at the scripture where Paul tells us about the Last Supper, and how we should keep it today. There are some important and helpful matters dealt with in these verses. Let us take them slowly, feed on them, and learn from them. 23 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Glory In The Shame!

Contributed by Paul Tuck on Jan 12, 2002

Perhaps we don’t understand that ancient mentality of hostility towards the preaching of the cross but the Apostle Paul did. And though he KNEW that people regarded the idea of God on a cross as vile and shameful, not only did he preach it, but he glor

GLORY IN THE SHAME! Galatians 6:14 Today, at least in Western society, the cross is a perfectly acceptable symbol, a rather harmless token of the Christian faith. Most people, except perhaps some of the trouble-making sort, take no offense at all to the sight of a cross. In fact, many people ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Heathen Rage--So What?

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 17, 2008

Whole Psalm. Shows us the nature of sin, and the terrible results of it if it could rule. This Psalm gives us hope in the fact that Jesus will reign over all his enemies.

THE HEATHEN RAGE--SO WHAT? Text: Psalm 2:1-12 Intro: Whole Psalm. Shows us the nature of sin, and the terrible results of it if it could rule. Probably David wrote this Psalm after he had taken Jerusalem from the Jebusites, and made it the head of the kingdom; 2 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

When The Pressure Is On Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 12, 2008

there are times in our life that conflicts and troubles arise. And how we deal with those conflicts and troubles reveals more about our characters than we want to admit. What we are when the pressure is on is what we really are.

Theme: When The Pressure Is On, What? Text: Genesis 13: 5-13 Introduction A. Last Sunday we learned that Abraham went up out of Egypt to Canaan. He went back to the place where he built an altar for God. So Abraham did not stay in his failure; he went back to the place of consecration. In that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of God's Kingdom

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007

What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.

The power of God’s Kingdom John 12:12-16 NIV What a splendid occasion it must have been, Jesus riding on that humble donkey, into the city of Jerusalem, while children spread palm branches on the street in front of Him. The people singing and shouting "Hosanna, Hosanna! Blessed is He who cometh in ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Practices For Effective Evangelism Series

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Apr 20, 2008

90% of people become Christians because personal Evangelism. This series equips and challenges the church in sharing their faith with others.

Personal Evangelism II “Practices for Effective Evangelism” By: Pastor Donny Granberry Good Morning. If you are our guest, allow me to welcome you to Central. Let’s make our profession; This is my bible, God’s holy word… This past Sunday we began challenging the church to refocus its efforts on ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Can I Be Born Again?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

What must I do to be born again?

Start with the background • Jesus had come to Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover Celebration • The sale of cattle and doves and the privilege of exchanging money were permitted in the temple court as a convenience for pilgrims who would need animals for sacrifice and temple shekels ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church