Sermons on Execution:

Riding Out The Storm Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 1, 2009

What should a person do you do when the consequences for their sin begins to catch up with them. Let’s learn from the example of David how to ride out the storm of heartache and trouble in the wake of his sin.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who lay sprawled across three entire seats in this posh theater. 1. When the usher came by and noticed this, he whispered to the man, “Sorry, sir, but you’re only allowed one seat.” 2. The man groaned but didn’t budge. The usher became ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Pray? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009

James’ encouagement toward prayer is examined with emphasis on the meaning of the statement "The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much."

Why Pray? James 5:13-18 8-23-09 Intro Have you ever felt like your prayers were not accomplishing anything? There have been times while praying that this thought crossed my mind, “This is a waste of time; nothing is going to change; go do something else.” Is there anybody here that has experienced ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Charismatic

God Is In Control Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 24, 2018

In this sermon on Acts 12 and Peter's miraculous escape from prison, we wrestle with the truth that God is in control. This leads to a lot of assurance, but it also leads to trust.

Introduction: A. You have probably heard the glib saying, “Every cloud has a silver lining.” 1. Although it is true that suffering can lead to blessing, it is easier to say it than experience it. B. One day a young man who sold magazine subscriptions door to door, came home with $25 which he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, 1 Peter 3:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Anything Worth Dying For? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

A story of betrayal, wickedness and great faith. How Herodias used her daughter, Salome, to trick her husband, Herod, into beheading John the Baptist.

INTRODUCTION You might recall a few years ago when the U.S. was part of a coalition to invade Iraq and depose Saddam Hussein. Not all Americans were in favor of that war and I recall seeing some protestors on the news. They interviewed one angry young man and asked him why he opposed the war. His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Up! Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Aug 25, 2014

To have the wisdom to live in a chaotic and confusing world, we must grow in our relationship with Christ.

Title: Wise Up Text: Daniel 2:1-49 Truth: To have the wisdom to live in a chaotic and confusing world, we must grow in our relationship with Christ. Aim: To pursue and submit to Christ’s will in order to live wisely. INTRODUCTION During the week, when I have lunch at home, I often watch a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross

Contributed by Robert Walderman on Aug 10, 2020

“The Cross!” Before Jesus the cross was despised, a symbol of the worse kind of cruelty and horrific barbarity imaginable... But, after Jesus, the cross became the symbol of unconditional love, such sacrifice and forgiveness that it came to represent the whole Christian faith.

Today’s sermon is entitled simply, “The Cross!” Before Jesus the cross was despised, a symbol of the worse kind of cruelty and horrific barbarity imaginable. Its sole purpose was to execute offenders in the most hideous and protracted means, producing the greatest amount of pain and agony over an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-56

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Bread . . . Of Liife

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 14, 2018

Detailed look at the cruxifion.

BREAKING THE BREAD . . . OF LIFE SCRIPTURE: Mat 26:26 And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, unleavened - no yeast, no rising, flat bread and blessed it and brake it and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. Mar 14:22 And as they did eat, Jesus took ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cries From The Cross Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 11, 2024

Appreciate what Jesus did for you on the cross: feel its sorrow; grasp its suffering; and take its sufficiency. You’ll never be the same again!

In 1940, Clarence Jordan, a farmer-theologian, founded Koinonia farm in Americus, Georgia, to promote racial unity and cooperation. Soon after that, a pastor gave Jordan the red-carpet tour of his church. The pastor proudly pointed to the rich, imported pews and luxurious decorations. Then, with ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-30, Psalm 22:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Believe In Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 29, 2004

This sermon examines the significance of the name Jesus Christ.

Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe in Jesus Christ. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Tale Of Seven Churches: Smyrna Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 24, 2003

An eight part series concerning the Seven Churches of the Revelation and their relevance for us.

It happened 1848 years ago this very day. February 23, 155. His name was Polycarp and he was the bishop of the city of Smyrna. As a young man he had been a disciple of the Apostle John, but he was no longer a young man as a matter of fact he was eighty six years old. And February 23rd would be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Hero: Who Is Jesus Series

Contributed by Brad Crocker on Feb 24, 2004

Who is Jesus? He is God with us, bending down to us because He loves us and wants us to live in that love now and forever. First of four in the series "Dying was His Reason for Living."

Dying Was His Reason for Living The Hero: Who Is Jesus Brad Crocker Landmark Christian Church, Chippewa Falls, WI 2/18/2004 A man fell into a pit and couldn’t get himself out. An emotional person came along and empathized, “I feel for you down there.” An intellectual person walked by and analyzed, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pontius Pilate And The Passion

Contributed by William Yates on Mar 15, 2004

Since the Passion has been released, critics have claimed that Mel Gibson presented too nice of a Pilate. So who was the real Pontius Pilate? This is what we examine in the text of this sermon.

As you know, since the movie the Passion has come out there has been a storm of controversy. One of the points of controversy about the film is that Mel Gibson didn’t portray a Pontius Pilate that was malicious enough. So on pondering this, I decided to try to research who the real Pontius Pilate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-16

Who Do You Say Jesus Is?

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Sep 13, 2002

To quote a familiar television show, "Is that your final answer?"

“Surely he was the Son of God!” (Matthew 27:54) “I know who you are -- the Holy One of God!” (Mark 1:24) Those two statements about Jesus came from rather unlikely sources. Do you remember who made the first statement? That was the centurion’s confession of Jesus on Good Friday. He was the man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Room Temperature Christians Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 26, 2001

When the Church adapts to the World

ROOM TEMPERATURE CHRISTIANS - REV. 3:14-21  This morning we come to the 7th and final church to which John wrote. We have only looked at 5 in preparation for our upcoming revival because Smyrna & Philadelphia were churches to which no criticism was directed.  ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-16

Reasons To Believe In The Resurrection

Contributed by Todd Riley on Apr 19, 2001

a topical sermon examining core reasons for believing that Jesus really did rise from the dead

Islington Baptist Church April 15, 2001 Scripture readings: Acts 1:1-3; 2, I Corinthians 15 Who here knows what a legend is? A legend is a non verifiable story handed down by tradition from earlier times and popularly accepted as having in fact occurred. “It has often happened that those who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9

Denomination: Baptist