Sermons on Fighting The Good Fight:

Easter Sunday

Contributed by Bud Rose on Apr 15, 2017

Sermon on the Resurrection of Christ

So . . . What’s So Important About Easter? Introduction: The idea that Jesus never died on the cross can be found in the coran; and to this day there is a shrine that supposedly marks His real burial place in Srinagar, Kashmir. As the 19th century dawned, Karl Bahrdt, Karl Venturini, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Its Time To Grow Up Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 19, 2017

This message focuses on the death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ which is the foundation story our our personal message.

It’s Time To Grow Up Part 5 If Justice Had Prevailed Scriptures: 2 Timothy 2:11-2, 8, 11-14 Introduction Happy Easter!!! This morning is part five of my series, “It’s Time to Grow Up.” This morning, the subtitle of this message is “If Justice Had Prevailed.” We are slowly working our way to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Feeding The Five Thousand

Contributed by Dan Turpin on Nov 9, 2015

Objective Sentence: Everyone can receive a miracle in their lives by understanding the principles that Jesus taught when feeding the five thousand.

Feeding The Five Thousand John 6:1-13 : Pastor Dan Turpin westcoastchurch.com Objective Sentence: ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There's Something About Mary

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 15, 2015

Advent sermon that talks about the need for humility and explores how to practise it. Contains a number of resources I got elsewhere on sermon central.

There's something about Mary. No not the movie - Mary. Jesus Mum. Mary – Mary has been treated strangely by history. People pray to her – people make statues of her and pray to the statue – People get it wrong – Mary is a signpost who like the Prophets of old point to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Promise Of Resurrection And Life Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 21, 2015

Jesus proclaims His fifth I AM statement, "I AM the Resurrection and the Life" and explains the meaning of his declaration.

The Promise of Resurrection and Life John 11:1-27 The time Jesus spent beyond the Jordan was short-lived and Jesus moves back into the area of Jerusalem in John 11, his death on the cross only days away. The rejection and hatred toward Jesus would not dim the unmistakable witness of the glory of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Temptation Of Christ Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 4, 2016

Jesus tempted in the wilderness just as we are, the lust of the eye, the lust of the flesh and the pride of life

I. Introduction A. It was the first camping experience for Jed. As soon as he had pitched his tent, he went for a hike in the woods. In about fifteen minutes he rushed back into camp, bleeding and disheveled. "What happened?" asked a fellow camper. "I was chased by a black snake!" cried the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Baptize Them Series

Contributed by Bart Price on Jan 8, 2016

We look at one other command from Jesus' Great Commission

Let’s get to our passage. Turn over to Matthew 28. This passage might be pretty familiar to you, but that’s ok. When you get to Matthew 28, we’ll read verses 19-20. Pay attention to this passage…as it lays the foundation for what we’re studying today. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian Church

The Real Nowhere Man. Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 16, 2016

Enoch walked with God and disappeared. For those around him, he was nowhere to be found. This teaching discovers how he became the "nowhere" man.

A boat docked in a tiny New England village. An American businessman complimented the fisherman on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took him to catch them. "Not very long," answered the fisherman. "Well, then, why didn't you stay out longer and catch more?" asked the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:21-24

Denomination: Foursquare

Blessed Are Those Who Hears And Obey Gods Words

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 24, 2016

To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST will call blessed those who hear GOD's WORDS and practices it rather than calling her mother blessed which nursed Him in the womb.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you blessed? Yes. Because I hear GOD's WORDS and practice it. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST will call blessed those who hear GOD's WORDS and practices it rather than calling her mother blessed which nursed Him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:27-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Becoming A Backslider?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 27, 2016

THERE ARE SIGNS WHEN A PERSON BEGINS TO BACKSLIDE.

ARE YOU BECOMING A BACKSLIDER? In this outline we list a few of the many things that can hinder our spiritual growth and put us on the road to sliding back away from the Lord, His Will and Purpose for our lives. The Lord wants up to live in victory, being an over comer and to bring Glory to Him. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:20-22

John- Believe In Jesus And Live!-Part 11- " Stop Doubting And Just Believe" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 31, 2016

Part 11 of our John believe in Jesus and live series

John – Believe in Jesus and live! Part 11 “Stop doubting and follow me” John 20:10-31 Fear Fear We all experience fear in our lives And fear Causes doubt Many a time I can remember trying to get a kid on a sheep or a calf They are first are excited Then Fear sets in ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Beauty Of Repentance

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Feb 3, 2016

We can never maintain a right relationship with Jesus without a repentance that comes from Godly grief.

Beauty of Repentance Illustration – Affluenza Under almost all circumstances, if a person receives a conviction for vehicular manslaughter, due to drunk driving, that person will receive a lengthy prison sentence. This was not the case, however, for 16 year old Ethan Couch, who is a young ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:8

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Not Grey - Valentine's Day 2015 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 8, 2016

This Valentine's Day sermon was written in response to the book and film 50 Shades of Grey. I titled this sermon God’s Not Grey because His love is written in black and white. Expository, three-point alliterated outline. PowerPoint available.

God’s Not Grey Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/15/2015 If yesterday was like Valentine's Days of the past, over $1 billion was spent on chocolate, 180 million cards were exchanged, and 196 million roses were sold! Unless you’re Charlie Brown, you’ve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Love That Lasts Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 26, 2016

Love, God, Faithfulness, Fear vs. Assurance

Love Like You Mean It – Love That Lasts 1 John 4:16-18 (pg. 857) February 28, 2016 Introduction: I have a joke I share with my mom almost every single week as she goes to the beauty parlor to get her hair “did.” She says they’re going to give her a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Strength Will Be The Same As Our Days

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 28, 2016

To show that GOD strengthens like iron and bronze, GOD strengthens and increases our strength, rest and security as we grow old in the LORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you strong in the LORD? Yes. Ephesians 6:10 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides]. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 33:25

Denomination: Pentecostal