Sermons on False Accuser:

Pomp And Circumstances

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008

Paul gives a defense before King Agrippa.

I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. Last week, if you recall, we left the Apostle Paul there in Caesarea. He was there for some two years, being held by the Roman governor, Felix, because while finding nothing worthy of death or imprisonment, he wanted to get a bribe out of the early church. b. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Separation From The World Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 14, 2018

The only reward Paul wanted from the Corinthians was conduct in accordance with the Gospel of Christ.

July 25, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson II.C.1.b: Separation from the world. (6:14–7:4) 2nd Corinthians 6:11-13 (NKJV) 14 Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, 2 Corinthians 7:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas ... Dragon?

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 6, 2005

Christmas day is often depicted as a time of peace, tranquillity and hope. However there is another aspect to the arrival of Jesus which should make the church realise that we are in a serious battle with Satan.

Congregation in the Lord Jesus Christ Think of “Christmas” and what are the thoughts that come to your mind? • peace and tranquillity. • shepherds on a hill being serenaded by an angelic choir. • Magi crossing the desert on a quiet night as they make the long journey to Bethlehem. • a child ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How Does The Holy Spirit Free Me From Sin? Series

Contributed by Tim Brock on Sep 16, 2011

Holy Spirit convicts us of the precise sin(s) that may be keeping us from being intimate with God.

My parents home in East Tennessee sits atop a beautiful hill that overlooks hay-fields & an old cattle barn. At the base of our driveway use to stand an Old White Oak Tree that dated back to the late 1800s. It had stood there long before my grandparents ever settled on the property. We never gave a ...read more

Scripture: John 16:8

Denomination: Christian Church

Stepping Out Of The Shadows

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Mar 20, 2022

This sermon was inspired by the late J.T. Pugh's sermon "The Master of Life's Shadows." We are faced with challenges and opportunities every day. Zechariah 3 has an encouraging word from God about what we can do if we will listen to the Voice of God.

What's Next? Introduction There is a plaque on a church building in England that reads like this: "In the year 1653, when all things sacred throughout the land were either demolished or profaned, Sir Robert Shirley built this church. His singular praise is this: To have done the best of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Did Not Quit Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 20, 2016

Christian service requires stamina to stay the course despite opposition.

“You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions and sufferings that happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra—which persecutions I endured; yet from them all the Lord rescued me. Indeed, all who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Declaration Of Independence

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jul 2, 2011

We are free-but so many times we don't live that way. We live as imprisoned, enslaved people. A Christian is a free man/sometimes he needlessly places himself under bondage to a system.

"A Declaration of Independence?" John 8:34-36 Allan H. Kircher July 3, 2011 We rejoice at this time every year because in this country we are blessed with freedom • Freedom of assembly, freedom of religion, to bear arms, of the press- • we are free to do whatever we want in the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:34-36

Denomination: Baptist

Tongue Talkers

Contributed by Kenneth Jarman on Nov 26, 2004

their are four functions of the tongue to gauge us, to guide us, to gird us, and to guard us this sermon explains all four.

TONGUE TALKERS John 8:11 She said, “No one, Lord.” And Jesus said to her, “Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no more.” Let us pray! You’re probably wondering what has tongue talkers got to do with the verse he just read. Well hang in there it’s all going to come together. Turn with me to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Guy Named Steve Series

Contributed by David Ward on Dec 21, 2004

A first-person narrative as Stephen. Big Idea: wherever you go, God will be with you.

“A Guy Named Steve” Acts 6:8—8:1 (Introduction) Good morning! Oh, that’s much better—thank you. My name is Stephen, but you may call me Steve if you’d rather. I guess we’re here for me to share my story with you folks. Have any of you heard of me before? You know me as the first martyr. The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Attack And Counter Attack

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 24, 2007

Used as an introduction before Deacon ordination. It examines attacks against the church in Acts, & how the church responded. Expanded outline.

ATTACK AND COUNTER ATTACK In Matthew 16:18, Jesus, speaking to Peter said, “And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the forces of Hades will not overpower it. How many of you have ever felt the need to claim that promise before? I felt the need to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Get A Witness?

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Oct 10, 2018

Believe in the Person of Jesus Christ. Don’t become so involved in “religion” that you miss the Truth (Jesus)

And the Father who sent me has Himself borne witness about me. His voice you have never heard, his form you have never seen, John 5:37 ESV In following the movement of the scripture, in John chapter 5, we’ve seen what should have been viewed as a time of celebration for both the entire Jewish ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Saviour’s Grace For Sinners’ Guilt

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 26, 2017

The grace of the Lord is readily available to every sinner who will come to the Lord for forgiveness and salvation.

THE SAVIOUR’S GRACE FOR SINNERS’ GUILT Study Text: John 8:1-11 Introduction: - When this woman met Jesus, her life changed forever. Her sin was forgiven. Her guilt was removed. Her fear was turned to peace. - What appeared to be a hopeless case suddenly became a time of forgiveness, salvation ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hated For Healing Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 26, 2017

The opposition Jesus faced continued as He sought to reveal Himself as the Christ. Sadly they failed to see Him for who He really was. Many today deny and oppose the Gospel, but we must remain committed to share!

Hated for Healing Mark 3: 1-6 Our text today, once again finds Jesus in the synagogue on the Sabbath. While there He performed a great miracle. Unfortunately, this marvelous act of grace is overshadowed by the suspicion and animosity of the Pharisees. Our studies in chapter two revealed the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Finding More Faith In The Face Of Life’s Storms

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 1, 2013

Why was Jesus so sharp in His rebuke of the disciples when they woke Him and told Him about the storm?

ISN'T THAT A LITTLE HARSH? Why does Jesus rebuke the disciples for what seems a pretty reasonable request? - Matthew 8:25. - Why are the disciples chastised for what seems a pretty reasonable response? Wasn’t fear a reasonable response? - Most of us would look at that situation and say, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Stones And Glass Houses

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 5, 2008

If you are the Victim of an unwarranted attack that seems to come out of the clear blue sky you need to realize that God may just be using you for an object lesson to others while at the same time correcting what may be a proud or haughty spirit.

Stones and Glass Houses Most of us are familiar with the old adage: People who live in glass houses shouldnt throw stones. This is actually a warning against hypocrisy. Before you go accusing someone of some wrong doing, make sure that you too are not guilty of wrong doing because your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:5-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed