Sermons on Evidences:

The Powerful Presence Of God

Contributed by Chris Blackshaw on Oct 31, 2010

Moses, is called by God, he experiences that powerful presence and is moved to do great things in his name.

In our readings this afternoon we have a very strong and powerful message. We read about Moses, a man who was a reluctant leader of God’s people, a man who thought he was a bad speaker and a man who doubted himself to do the job that God wanted him to do. Yet despite his own feelings about ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-23

Denomination: Methodist

Easter: He Still Moves Stones

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 18, 2009

This is an Easter sermon that uses the stone at the tomb as a metaphor for the problems of life. It is topical and alliterated with Power Point available, just email me.

HE STILL MOVES STONES Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL It was early that first Easter morning. What little grass grew in that arid climate was moist with the morning’s dew. The cool air of early spring breezed through the blossoming branches of nearby trees. The sun crept ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:3

Denomination: Christian Church

Peter, Jew Got Some Splaining To Do Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 21, 2015

When we follow the leading of the Holy Spirit amazing things will happen.

"Peter, Jew Got Some Splaining To Do!" Text: Acts 11:1-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: For those that are old enough to remember it, or even if your not, you may have seen old re-runs of the I Love Lucy Show. It was a show about a big time Cuban bandleader named Ricky Richardo and his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Incomparable Christ: Talk #2: 'the Miracles Of Jesus.' Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 12, 2023

The Incomparable Christ: ‘The miracles of Jesus' - John chapter 20 verses 30-31 (Seven miracle signs in John's Gospel) - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Question #1: what is a miracle? Answer #1: Something caused by God. Question #2: Is there any evidence for the miracles of Jesus? Answer #2: eyewitness testimony. Question #3: What type of miracles did Jesus perform? Answer #3: Jesus performed four types of miracles Question #4: ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31

Denomination: Brethren

Elevate Your Liberty

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Jan 22, 2017

Faith In Action; Commitment to Serve

Elevate Your Liberty! James 1:25 “But he who looks into the Perfect Law of Liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.” (NKJV) One preacher paraphrased the text, by saying: “ The man who looks intently into the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:25

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 38 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 28, 2020

David, realizing the harmful effects of his sins on his health and overall well-being, implores the Lord to bypass the discipline he fully knows he deserves.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 38:1-22, Psalm 17:1-9, Romans 7:14-25, Proverbs 3:11-12, Psalm 7:3-5, Psalm 6:1-2, Psalm 51:1-2, 2 Samuel 12:13, Hebrews 10:4, Hebrews 9:13-14, Psalm 51:17, 2 Samuel 12:10-13, Matthew 5:23-24, Matthew 18:15-17, Proverbs 28:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Makes Jesus So Special?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

Why Christmas is such an important celebration and why 2000 years after His birth, Jesus Christ is worthy of our trust, love, and devotion.

In less than two weeks it will be Christmas and almost all of us will celebrate the birth of someone born 2000 years ago. Why? That is the question of the day. What makes Jesus Christ so special? Why isn't the birthday of Mohammed, Confucius, or Buddha the biggest holiday of the year? Why does our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Using Appropriate Legal Channels Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 10, 2025

Acts 25:1-12 shows us how God sovereignly protects his servants in the face of hostile opposition, enabling them to proclaim the truth with unwavering conviction.

Introduction In 1999, Sonny Bharadia, a 25-year-old Indian immigrant and recent college graduate working as a convenience store clerk in Savannah, GA, was wrongfully convicted of assaulting and murdering 19-year-old Stephanie Bennett. The crime occurred in a parked car near a local park. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Resurrection Sunday

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Apr 20, 2025

This message is about the importance of Resurrection Sunday, how it is the essential part of our salvation. Understanding and believing the resurrection account help us to know the truth of Christ Jesus.

Well… today is Easter Sunday, and I’ll just tell you right up front, I don’t usually call it Easter Sunday, I call it Resurrection Sunday. Because that’s what today is all about. The resurrection of Jesus Christ. And I admit, that when I was a kid, I didn’t really understand what this holiday was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 1 Timothy 1:6-10, 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resurrection Reactions

Contributed by John White on Apr 14, 2006

A Biblical exploration of the age old mystery and questions of immortality.

Resurrection Reactions Once a broken man, covered with hideous and painful sores from the sole of his feet to the top of his head and adorned with sack cloth and ashes, sat mourning amid the ruins of his own household. He finds scarce comfort in his grieving from his faithless fair-weather ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:14

Denomination: Baptist

"Because Jesus Lives"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 17, 2006

An Easter Message that declares the resurrection of Jesus as a historical fact.

“Because Jesus Lives” -The Resurrection is a Historical Fact- Mark 16:1-7 Matthew 28:18-20 In His closing remarks before his ascension into heaven Jesus gave this promise, “I’ll be with you always to the very end of the age.” Our hope today is the fact that Jesus rose from the dead. He is alive ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Paul: My Encounter With The Risen Christ Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 12, 2005

Paul’s encounter with the risen Christ transformed him from fervent persecutor to passionate missionary.

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 21:37-22:21 TITLE: “PAUL: MY ENCOUNTER WITH THE RESURRECTED CHRIST” INTRODUCTION: A. You might remember a news story from several years ago where 18 men and 12 women committed mass suicide in a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Does God Believe In Atheists?

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jul 13, 2006

Looking at seven reasons why atheism is a difficult stance to take.

Does God believe in atheists? Intro: There’s a story told about a Professor of biology who was an atheist. Every year he began his lectures on evolution by asking if any of the students were religious. When they identified themselves he boasted that by the end of his course they’d all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Your Last Final Exam

Contributed by Stephen Owenby on May 18, 2009

This is a sermon for graduates; I read a sermon on this site by Greg Buchner and it got my thoughts going so, I want to give him credit for helping me get started

YOUR MOST IMPORTANT FINAL EXAM INTRODUCTION: Today these young adults are filled with so much hope. They have dreams to pursue and they are ready to begin a new journey. However, having hopes and dreams does not guarantee that one is ready to start this journey. For one to see their hopes and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-49

Denomination: Baptist

Ps Nt Ramuhuyu Faith Can Move Mountains On 23 March 2014 Sunday

Contributed by Rev Samuel Mametsa on Apr 21, 2014

The problem with Christians is that when we are faced with problems we look at the size of the problem, we don’t trust God or the power of God. The spies saw giants in Canaan, they could no longer see the promises of God about the Promised Land.

23 March 2014, Sunday Service “Faith can remove mountains” Pastor N.T. Ramuhuyu When the Egyptians were faced with the Red Sea they had a serious dilemma: and they realised that going backwards meant going back to slavery. The way forward was blocked by the Red Sea. They wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:27-30

Denomination: Pentecostal