Sermons on Entrance Rite:

Rolling Stone Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 23, 2022

There are lots and lots of ways that we can put Jesus in a tomb and roll a stone over it, but there is no tomb strong enough, my friend, no stone too heavy that Jesus can’t smash it to pieces.

[Remember ... the members have been placing stones at the foot of the cross for the past seven weeks of Lent and the pile of stones around the bases has gotten pretty impressive ... powerful visual. But when they come in on Easter morning, the stones are all gone.] [Read Luke 15:11-24.] You’ve ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-16, Luke 15:11-24, John 19:41, Matthew 27:51, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

The Road Less Traveled Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 16, 2012

Jesus, obedience, faith

The Road Less Traveled Matthew 7:13, 14 (p. 685) Introduction: I’m not sure how many funerals I’ve done in 30 years of ministry, but it would be in the hundreds. I’ve done biker’s funerals, golfer’s funerals, hunter’s funerals, policemen’s funerals, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Passionate Pursuit Part 5 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Mar 28, 2010

The fourth reason of spiritual growth is that we will finish well.

Usually March is the month of graduations. It reminds me of what someone wrote, “It is important to start right, but it is imperative to end well.” Sadly, many people start well but end poorly. However, I don’t want my life to end that way. I believe most if not all of us would like to finish well. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:11

Denomination: Baptist

"An Enriching Righteousness"

Contributed by Ron Newton on Aug 6, 2003

To know Christ personally is to be enriched by His righteousness.

Introduction 1. Illus... #2679 “Enriching Every Sphere” "Socrates taught for 40 years, Plato for 50, Aristotle for 40, and jesus for only 3. Yet the influence of Christ’s 3-year ministry infinitely transcends the impact left by the combined 130 years of teaching from these men who were among the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Holiness

Barriers To Planting And Growing Churches

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Barriers to planting and Growing Churches in cross-cultural communities with 38 case studies

BARRIERS AND BRIDGES FOR PLANTING AND GROWING CHURCHES Barriers 1. Tribal, Religious, Ethnic Prejudices 2. Other Political, Religious, or Ancestral Allegiances 3. Differences in world view a. (Experiences, Realities, and Nature of God and His creation. b. Truth (Its nature, origin, and its ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The Stones Are Saying

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2019

An examination of the importance of memorials conducted through studying the memorials Joshua erected at Gilgal.

“Joshua called the twelve men from the people of Israel, whom he had appointed, a man from each tribe. And Joshua said to them, ‘Pass on before the ark of the LORD your God into the midst of the Jordan, and take up each of you a stone upon his shoulder, according to the number of the tribes of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

A New Covenant Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 2, 2008

A Communion meditation warning us against substituting ritual for relationship.

MATTHEW 26:26-29 A NEW COVENANT “As they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, ‘Take, eat; this is my body.’ And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, saying, ‘Drink of it, all of you, for this is my blood ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Benefits Of A Thankful Heart

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 4, 2018

A message for Thanksgiving to encourage listeners to consider the value of a grateful heart.

“Mark this, then, you who forget God, lest I tear you apart, and there be none to deliver! The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me; to one who orders his way rightly I will show the salvation of God!” [1] “The darkest hour is just before the dawn,” is the claim preserved ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Letting Go Of Our Golden Tickets

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Nov 30, 2000

The church must release our self-righteousness, pride and entitlement if we are going to offer Jesus to our community.

Letting Go of Our Golden Tickets Remember the classic children’s movie, “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory?” It starred Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka. He’s basic a reclusive owner of a famous candy factory who starts a global craze by offering five children a tour of his factory and a lifetime ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Jesus' Baptism Is A Model For Understanding Christian Baptism.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jan 4, 2002

Year A. The Baptism of our Lord January 13, 2002 Title: “Jesus’ Baptism is a model for understanding Christian Baptism.” Matthew 3: 13-17

Year A. The Baptism of our Lord January 13, 2002 Title: “Jesus’ baptism is a model for understanding Christian Baptism.” Matthew 3: 13-17 John baptizes Jesus after objecting that Jesus should be baptizing John. Afterwards, the sky opens, the Spirit of God descends on Jesus and the Father ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Debt Free Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 11, 2018

Message 8 in our exposition of Colossians discussing our freedom in Christ.

Chico Alliance Church “Debt Free” III. Paul explains his personal ministry 1:24-2:5 A. The heart of the minister B. The heart of the ministry 1. Christ indwells us Paul clearly affirms that the basis of our citizenship in the kingdom of God’s beloved son is the presence of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-4, Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Arrested Development Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 1, 2016

What are the signs of arrested development and how can I grow in my spiritual development

Arrested Development Hebrews 5:11-6:3 Warning Signs of Arrested Development Ears that Don’t Hear the Word (5:11) Mouths that Don’t Speak the Word (5:12) Stomachs that Don’t Digest the Word (5:12b-14) Types of Spiritual Food Spiritual Milk The basics of Salvation The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Water Marks - Splashing With Jesus!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 7, 2017

I. Baptism is a Sacrament of Joy II. Baptism is a Sacrament of Relishing a Life in the Holy Spirit

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11; Genesis 1:1-5; Psalm 29 (Call to Worship) Theme: Splashing With Jesus! Title: "Water Marks" or Splashing with Jesus! I. Baptism is a Sacrament of Joy II. Baptism is a Sacrament of Relishing a Life in the Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and peace and love ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Your Servant Departs In Peace

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Feb 13, 2008

A funeral sermon for a 71 year old man who passed away just a few weeks after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. I was at his bedside as he took his last breath and based my message on the liturgical canticle the "Nunc Dimmitus" which I sung at his beds

Sermon Text: “Lord, now you are letting your servant depart in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation that you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel.” Just a few short months ago, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:29-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Marriage Covenant Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 20, 2007

Discusses the covenant of Marriage

The Blood Covenant (Your Marriage) Introduction This message will start the foundation for my series on Marriage. My brother sent me a book titled “The Blood Covenant” by E.W. Kenyon. As I read the book, I kept thinking about the covenant of marriage and how if we entered into that covenant with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:5-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational