Sermons on Expositional Preaching:

Thanksgiving And Prayer Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 14, 2012

Our identity is in Christ. Our spiritual power is as strong as is our understanding of that truth.

Outline I. Series Introduction a. Background: Who, What, When, Where, Why – v.1-2. II. Introduction III. Transition a. Paul found his identity in Christ. He presses the church and us to likewise find our identity in Christ, as highlighted in the text. IV. CIT/CIS: Finding Identity in Christ ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Repent Or Perish

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 18, 2022

What is Jesus’s teaching about “repent or perish” telling us? Is it not the same as saying choose life or choose death? Today we will talk about tragedy and repentance.

REPENT OR PERISH Text: Luke 13:1-9 Luke 13:1- 9 At that time, some people who were there told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their sacrifices.  (2)  He asked them, "Do you think that these Galileans were more sinful than all the other Galileans because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

How The Human Spirit Should Function Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 11, 2023

What is the difference between the human soul and spirit? Message deals with the condition of an unbeliever's spirit and the importance of a spiritual resurrection. In a believer, how is one's spirit to function in relationship with God and in relationship with the soul?

Intro We have completed a brief study in how to maintain a pure conscience. As a follow-up to that, I want to talk about “Caring for Your Spirit.” What do we need to do to maintain a strong, active spirit that is in communion with God and functioning effectively? How is the human spirit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Psalm 116:15, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Corinthians 6:17, John 4:24, Galatians 5:16-25, Hebrews 2:15, 1 John 2:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Strong Roots In The Lord Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 14, 2022

Psalm 1 sets the tone for the entire Psalter.

Psalm 1 - Strong Roots in the Lord Introduction 1. Psalm 1 sets the tone for the entire Psalter. “It stands as a magnificent gateway to this extraordinary ancient collection of Hebrew religious verse…It is a text of which the remaining  psalms are essentially exposition.” (James Boice, via ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb: The Celebration Of Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 1, 2023

We come now to the greatest celebration heaven and earth will ever see. It is the Marriage Supper of the Lamb. Without these final judgements, there is no final victory or celebration.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org You will remember that we concluded 13 chapters of Revelation talking about the judgment of God being poured out on an unbelieving earth being led by the Antichrist. It was arduous at times to pour through the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-10

Denomination: Brethren

Peter’s Revelation

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 10, 2023

The Holy Spirit reveals the importance of God’s work through Peter by moving Luke to refer to the events of the ministry in Cornelius’s household three different times in the Book of Acts.

Peter’s Revelation The Enjoyment of Ministry Accountability The Holy Spirit reveals the importance of God’s work through Peter by moving Luke to refer to the events of the ministry in Cornelius’s household three different times in the Book of Acts. Acts 11:1-4 and verse 18, “The apostles and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peace Where There Is No Peace Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 6, 2024

Life is interrupted in many different ways … death, disease, unhappy events, struggles within and with others. These anxiety producing events leave us struggling to find peace in a world that offers very little peace.

PEACE WHERE THERE IS NO PEACE LUKE 1:26–56 Introduction Last week we began our series through the gospel of Luke by studying about the birth and life of John the Baptist - the Forerunner of Hope. Today we continue through Luke 1 and search out the theme of Peace. Which is strange - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cost Of Service Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 20, 2009

The cost of serving Christ includes insult, rejection and death for some, but those who want to be powerfully used by Christ must pay the price.

Cost of Service (Mark 6:1-29) Linda, who teaches first grade in Dallas Texas, has an interesting job, especially when it comes to helping children adjust to their first whole day of school. Little Ryan was used to going home at noon in kindergarten; so when it was time to go to lunch with the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Manure And The Problem Of Evil Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 27, 2025

Jesus’ answer to the problem of evil—Repent or perish. Then demonstrate that repentance in your own life before God’s patience runs out.

The movie Forrest Gump addresses a lot of life’s issues including the problem of evil. Take a look (show Lt Dan against God; www.youtube.com/watch?v=jc374YQAjJg, stop at 48 second mark right before Lt. Dan starts using foul language). Lieutenant Dan had lost both legs in Vietnam and was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, 1 John 1:9, Leviticus 19:23-25, 2 Peter 3:9-10, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Marriage Instructions Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 11, 2011

This sermon addresses God's commands for wives to submit to their husbands, and for husbands to be considerate and respectful of their wives.

Introduction: A. Marriage bears the brunt of a lot of humor, and in many respects for good reason. B. Here’s a few interesting quotes about marriage: 1. Mae West said: “Marriage is a great institution, but I'm not ready for an institution yet.” 2. Rita Rudner said: “I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stage-Hands In The Drama Of Redemption

Contributed by Michael Bell on Oct 18, 2000

We need to understand what the Bible has to say about the NATURE & FUNCTION of Angels.

INTRO: With the increased interest in the paranormal these days there has recently, been an increased interest in the subject of ANGELS. Some time ago, ago, a dear church passed along a magazine to me about angels. Among the so-called "revelations" that this book contains are: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through Romans Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to Romans

ROMANS - Justification INTRODUCTION: Romans was the 6th Epistle written by Paul. It is the 1st in the canon of our Scriptures because it stands out as the greatest doctrinal defense of the Gospel of all his Letters.. I. The Author of the Book - A. Paul (1:1) - Though his name only appears ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Mount Lesson 31

Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 8, 2001

Lesson 31

For the first and only time in this sermon, we find Jesus addressing the same subject twice. The subject of prayer was covered in detail in Matthew 6, especially in the section dealing with the Model Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13). His second mention of the subject shows how serious a matter prayer is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Role Of Women In The Church

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jun 26, 2007

What does the Bible say about a woman’s role? Is she to be a pastor or what? In this message, Pastor Steve examines a woman’s role in light of 1 Timothy 2:11-12

1 Timothy 2:11-12 says, “A woman must quietly receive instruction with entire submissiveness. But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but to remain quiet.” When Paul gave these instructions to Timothy, he gave three principles regarding women’s ministry in the church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Anger And How Does It Manifest Itself?

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jun 29, 2007

We all struggle with anger but how can we tell when it is right? In this message, Pastor Steve Hereford examines the definition and manifestation of anger.

Ephesians 4:26-27 says, “‘Be angry, and do not sin’: do not let the sun go down on your wrath nor give place to the devil.” This passage, which the first part comes from Psalm 4:4, is a call to righteous anger. Because anger can be selfish do we rarely understand that we can be angry without ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational