Sermons on Empty Ritual:

In Remembrance Of Me

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 8, 2020

Each month we take communion to remember Jesus and His great sacrifice. Other's believe that in the Eucharist we actually consume the flesh and blood of Jesus. What does the Scriptures say? What happens communion is unavailable to a believer?

In Remembrance of Me Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34, John 6:51-58, John 3:16-18, Romans 10:9-10, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Baby Jesus In Jerusalem

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 14, 2019

The Savior’s entire life built up toward His crucifixion and resurrection. He had to be the sinless Lamb of God and endorsed by the Spirit so He could redeem us because He loves us!

Baby Jesus in Jerusalem (Luke 2:21-38) 1. Things don’t always work the way we think they should. 2. There was a man in the Persian empire that looked just like the king. When the real king was quietly assassinated, he pretended to be him and ruled for a time (Smerdis/Pseudo Smerdis). 3. Likewise, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Not Offended

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2024

Would we be offended if Jesus critiqued some of our church traditions as being vain? Let’s examine Matthew 15.

Would we be offended if Jesus critiqued some of our church traditions as being vain? Let’s examine Matthew 15. Vain Traditions Was Jesus criticized over a man-made tradition? Then some Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem and said, “Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Consecration To God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 6, 2024

Consecration is more than a mere commitment; it is a wholehearted dedication of ourselves to God's service. Let's dive into this vital aspect of our Christian walk through three key points, rooted in Scripture, to understand how we can live a consecrated life.

Living a Life of Consecration to God Introduction: Today, we are going to explore a profound and transformative topic: Consecration to God. Consecration is more than a mere commitment; it is a wholehearted dedication of ourselves to God's service. Let's dive into this vital aspect of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Joshua 3:5, James 4:8, John 15:4-5, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Is Access To God Made? Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Jan 25, 2010

Because Christ is our High Priest, you must come to Him for atonement and removal of your sins.

I. Access to God is only possible through the atonement. 16:1-5 A. Entering God’s presence cannot be taken lightly (1-2). 1. Improper worship was met with death. 2. Proper worship must be done on His terms. B. God prescribes the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Leviticus

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 13, 2015

CHRIST IS YOUR RESTITUTION.

LEVITICUS OBSERVATION: LEVITICUS INSTRUCTED OLD TESTAMENT ISRAEL REGARDING SACRIFICES AND RITUALS FOR WORSHIP AND GOD’S REGULATIONS FOR EVERYDAY LIFE. CHRISTIANS TODAY ARE UNDER A NEW COVENANT INSTITUTED BY CHRIST’S DEATH ON CALVARY AS THE SUPREME, ULTIMATE AND HUMAN SACRIFICE FOR ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Promises To The Sincere.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 1, 2022

A changed heart and a new life.

PROMISES TO THE SINCERE. Isaiah 58:9-14. We who have heard His call and answered, “Here am I LORD, send me” (Isaiah 6:8) will now call on Him, and He will answer “Here am I” (Isaiah 58:9). When our ‘religion’ consists in more than outward rituals, and our deeds follow our souls in pity ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Jan 16, 2024

In a world that often seems chaotic and fast-paced, prayer stands as our direct line of communication with the Almighty.

Our focus is on a practice that has sustained believers throughout the ages, a practice that transcends time and circumstance – "The Power of Prayer." In a world that often seems chaotic and fast-paced, prayer stands as our direct line of communication with the Almighty. Today, we are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Hope In Dark Times

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Sep 8, 2018

The objective of this message is to remind us that there remains a hope for the believer beyond their darkest hour.

Today message is about a man named Job. The name Job means hated or persecuted. I. Job the Man He was a strange mixture: He was blessed and blameless. He was righteous and rich. He was successful and sacrificial. He had plenty and was prayerful. He had money and was merciful. II. What He ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Great High Priest

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 10, 2018

The superiority of Jesus' priesthood gives us boldness to approach the throne of grace.

GREAT HIGH PRIEST. Hebrews 4:14-16. The priesthood of Jesus is superior to that of Aaron. As a man like ourselves, Jesus is a merciful and faithful high priest: yet, unlike Aaron, He is capable of facing and overcoming temptation on our behalf (Hebrews 2:17-18; Hebrews 4:15). For though He is a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hungry And Thirsty For What? Series

Contributed by Bev Sesink on Oct 23, 2016

An explanation of Matthew 5:6 how we can rightly hunger and thirst for righteousness instead of what we naturally hunger and thirst for.

Hungry and Thirsty For What? Matthew 5:6 Sunday October 23, 2016 Today we continue in the series the Upside Down Kingdom with a focus on The Beatitudes found in Matthew 5. As we begin I thought I would start with a short quiz to see how much you may remember of the beatitudes we have covered so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: *other

The Outer Limits Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003

When we follow Jesus, he will lead us beyond our comfort zone with people, especially people we are not naturally drawn to.

Note: This sermon was introduced with a scene from "Traveling Light" All of us have limits and boundaries that make us uncomfortable if we go beyond them. I was reminded of this back in November when my oldest son and I went to the Promise Keepers "Passage" event at the Anaheim Pond. At one point ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Colossians-Understanding Your New Life

Contributed by Brian Menear on Jun 14, 2007

A Sermon/Study from Colossians to help understand and be secure in your new life.

Colossians-Combating Heresy(NLT) Colossians was written around 61 A.D. During Pauls imprisonment in Rome. It is therefore one of his “Prison Epistles”. “Who is Jesus”? From the earliest days of Christianity, there has never been a shortage of alternatives and theries regarding this question. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship Fully Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 29, 2009

When we understand Christmas more deeply, we will worship Christ more fully.

Advent Conspiracy: Worship Fully Matthew 1-2, Luke 1-2 Rev. Brian Bill 11/29/09 Note: The idea for this series and some content comes from a book by Rick McKinley, Chris Seay, and Greg Holder called, “Advent Conspiracy: Can Christmas Still Change the World?” Doesn’t it seem like there’s some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Pentecost...love God-Live God … Ever Day... Series

Contributed by Hugh Laing on Feb 17, 2010

God gave us that BLUEPRINT...the BOOK OF ACTS SHOWS IT TO US...NOW ALL WE HAVE TO DO IS FOLLOW IT...

INTRODUCTION...A BLUEPRINT OR DETAILED PLAN OF ACTION FOR A CHURCH ON FIRE FOR GOD! God gave us that BLUEPRINT...the BOOK OF ACTS SHOWS IT TO US...NOW ALL WE HAVE TO DO IS FOLLOW IT... ACTS 2:1-13 says... “1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist