Sermons on Extremes:

Leading The Way Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 16, 2012

Leadership, submission, respect

LEADING THE WAY Hebrews 13:17 (page 853) February 13, 2011 INTRODUCTION: "Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no advantage to you." Our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deny Ourselves? Take Up The Cross? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 27, 2011

This message is the sixth in a series that deals with some of the difficult sayings of Jesus. This message examines the meaning of denying yourself and taking up your cross.

Sacrifice is a word that has the ability to send shivers down the spines of the majority of us. Of course Christians have reconciled themselves to the idea that this is a part of following Jesus. I would venture to say that our understanding of the concept of sacrifice is much different than ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Handling Emotional Burnout Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 21, 2011

Emotional burnout can be devastating to our life if let it go unchecked. David shares a blessing with us from Psalm 40:1-3

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Do you ever get to the point where you ready to just check out, things are hitting you from every direction, and you are at your wits end. • Life runs at a fast pace these days and it is easy to get overly stressed or emotionally burned out. • The American Psychological ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service Gifts Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 16, 2012

A study of the service gifts with which God equips His Church.

Text: Rom 12:7-8, Title: Hands and Feet, Date/Place: NRBC, 12.4.11, AM Opening illustration: heard of the church that gave new members 9 weeks to find a “ministry” or they told them that they would probably fit better at another church where they could do nothing…Or the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Your God? Series

Contributed by Robert Fa’atoia-Collins on Jan 20, 2012

There is a great confusion about who God is. Is the Elohim God the same as YHWH?

Who is Your God? Someone once said that our view of God determines who we are. If we picture God as harsh and judgmental, uninterested in the value of human beings, then that will be our modus operandi in life. So if God is the centre of our life and work, what does that make us? We have all heard ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Moral Argument For God

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Oct 30, 2009

The Moral Argument For God

The early 21st century stands as a period of profound moral confusion. On the one hand, mothers and doctors are permitted to crack open the skulls and suck out the brains of nearly-born babies with government sanction under the banner of partial birth abortion. Should these very same people hike ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace Through Contentment Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 11, 2017

Although facing great adversity, Paul had learned to be content. The Lord had been faithful to provide the strength he needed to endure whatever trials or difficulties he faced. We too can learn contentment and receive strength for our trials.

Peace through Contentment Philippians 4: 10-13 Our text today offers a compelling and intimate look within the heart of Paul. This letter to the Philippian church was penned from a Roman prison. Paul was bound, and unable to minister freely as he once did. The possibility of execution loomed each ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Our Mission Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 4, 2019

Our DNA determines many things about us; however, when we are a new creation in Christ, God gives us a new DNA!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we will begin a four-week series on the subject of our DNA in Christ. • SLIDE #2 • Collectively, as individuals, our Christ-centered DNA describes the center of who we are as a church, since the church is the individuals who come together in Christ. • Our mission, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Agony In Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 31, 2018

It is hard for us to comprehend the dual nature of Christ - being fully God and fully man. As He endured the agonies of Gethsemane, His humanity cried out regarding the physical suffering, while His deity cried out regarding the sin and separation.

Agony in Gethsemane Mark 14: 32-42 As we continue to follow Jesus on this faithful night, His impending betrayal and crucifixion are drawing closer with each passing moment. Supper had ended, and along with the eleven, Jesus made His way from Jerusalem toward the Garden of Gethsemane. As they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Baptist

Fear, Torment And Countenance

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 23, 2019

By studying FEAR, we can often find a common root: A LACK OF TRUST. Why do we have fallen countenances? Fear can be a terrible enemy. Panic and anxiety attacks are real. We need to launch into the waters of faith. Fear can kill you!

FEAR AND TORMENT AND COUNTENANCE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: 1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. There is a healthy fear and a very unhealthy fear. I had ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Luke 21:26, Genesis 3:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Update On The Gerasene Demoniac; A Story Of Power.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jun 23, 2019

The Gerasene demoniac is a true story and not a parable. It has funny and strange features within; but it is a story that allays our fears and demonstrates the power of our Lord. It relieves our

This sermon was delivered Gordon McCulloch to the congregation at Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 23rd June 2019; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. 1 Kings 19:1-4, (5-7), 8-15a Psalm 42 and 43 Galatians 3:23-29 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Episcopal

The Cost Of True Discipleship. Is It Worth It? Do We Want It?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 4, 2016

We all know the cost of discipleship is high, but what is discipleship, and more importantly, do we, as a Christians have a choice but to be disciples? True discipleship is to embrace it, to enjoy it, and live for it because we want to.

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s, Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 5th September 2010; St Oswald’s is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Jeremiah 18:1-11 Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17 Philemon 1-21 Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Episcopal

Practicing The Reality Of The Christian Worldview: An Intellectually Coherent Lifestyle Methodology

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 5, 2021

A true worldview must make sense. If Christianity is actually the truth about everything, then we can and should be able to understand it in an intellectually coherent manner.

Let's look at a progression from worldview to practice, quickly running through seven areas of growth in understanding and faith practice. 1. Intellectual Coherence - A true worldview must make sense. If Christianity is actually the truth about everything, then we can and should be able to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:10-27

Denomination: Salvation Army

Always Trying, Never Sure

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 18, 2020

Look at this phrase, “protected by the power of God through faith” (1 Peter 1:5) (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, "Set Free")

HoHum: Sometimes when we are in an airport, observe the difference between passengers who hold confirmed tickets and those who are on standby. The ones with confirmed tickets read magazines, chat with friends, or just sleep. The ones on standby hang around the ticket counter, pace and fret, fret ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:5, Romans 5:1-11, Romans 8:1, Luke 15:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Defeating Depression Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

Distance runners like those who run marathons often experience what is called hitting the wall. When they get to about mile 20 of the 26 mile run their energy begins to run out and they begin to think, will I actually make it to the finish line?

DEFEATING THE HOLIDAY BLUES “Defeating Depression” 1st Kings 18:1-19:1 and Romans 8:38-39 Distance runners like those who run marathons often experience what is called hitting the wall. When they get to about mile 20 of the 26 mile run their energy begins to run out and they begin to think, will ...read more

Denomination: Baptist