Sermons on Forty Martyrs:

Part 2- The Importance Of The Crucified Life Series

Contributed by Imre Gulyas on Apr 11, 2019

The church is filled with people and the health of the church will be determined by the spiritual health of each person working together to shine our Christ-likeness into our hurting families and communities.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE CRUCIFIED LIFE Romans 6:6 We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:6, Matthew 16:24, 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does It Mean To Take Up Our Cross? - Sermon Of Proper 17 - Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Aug 28, 2020

How do we demonstrate our willingness to follow Christ in our lives - The illustration was found on the internet, but I am unsure of the original source

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Anglican

Revelation 3

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 31, 2020

As we study the last of seven churches, let’s notice how much they look like some modern churches.

As we study the last of seven churches, let’s notice how much they look like some modern churches. Sardis Revelation 3:1 This church is not indicted for corruption, nor harassed by persecution. It was far worse. It was dead or almost dead, as are many modern western churches. As faith without ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Person, Purpose, Penman, And Promise Of The Book Of Revelation (1:1-3)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 1, 2023

This message centers on the best method of interpreting Revelation, and how it presents to us the things that have been seen, the things which are, and the things which shall be hereafter.

The book of Revelation has been misunderstood, misinterpreted, and misrepresented by many people. This last book of the Bible has been avoided because many seem to believe that it cannot be understood and that reading, studying, and preaching from it somehow tends to lead to confusion. As I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Matthew 18:1-8, Philippians 2:5-11, Revelation 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah At Cherith Series

Contributed by Toby Powers on May 6, 2023

This experience of Elijah's life is probably the most ignored or overlooked mountain of his experience with God, but it is an essential one. It is a lesson in how God separates a believer unto himself.

ELIJAH AT CHERITH I Kings 17:1-7 Intro: Elijah is one of the greatest characters to study in the Word of the Lord. He is the man who embodies the office of the Old Testament prophet more than any other. He is the foreshadowing of John the Baptist. He was not an Israelite Aristocrat, but he was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The "be" Attitudes 09

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 8, 2023

Thie is the last of the series on the beatitudes and deals with the nature, reason, and encouragement when we face persecution.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT THE “BE” ATTITUDE’S PART 9 MATTHEW 5:10-12 MATTHEW 5:10–12 BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO ARE PERSECUTED BECAUSE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS, FOR THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. 11 “BLESSED ARE YOU WHEN PEOPLE INSULT YOU, PERSECUTE YOU AND FALSELY SAY ALL KINDS OF EVIL AGAINST YOU BECAUSE OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

"words From The Cross" Father Forgive Them Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 23, 2023

Visitors from around the world travel to Barcelona, Spain to visit the new Cathedral. First time visitors who are not Christian, may not understand the theology of Christianity. They are enthralled with the architecture.

In Jesus Holy Name February 26, 2023 Lent I Luke 23:43 Redeemer “Words from the Cross” “Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Baptism Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 9, 2023

Based on Romans 6:3-4 - Helps hearers understand the reasons for baptism, the requirement for baptism, & the readiness for baptism.

“WHY DO WE DO THAT? – BAPTISM” Romans 6:3-4 FBCF – 1/8/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – 3 yr-old girl, Rena, sat w/ family during a baptismal service in a church. New experience for her. Asked, “Why did he push that guy in the water? Why, Daddy, why?” Wife tried to explain briefly & quietly in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-4, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

7 Ways To Walk In Step With The Holy Spirit: How To Live A Victorious Christian Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 13, 2023

Christians are to live in lockstep with the guiding of the Holy Spirit . We learn as Christians to be practically guided on a daily basis by the leading of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit who lives in us, guides the direction of our life.

One of the most important things about the Christian life is that we understand it's a lifelong journey. It starts the moment we receive salvation through Jesus Christ, but it doesn't end there. That is just the beginning. A wise believer ought to see their Christian walk as a journey, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:36, Hebrews 2:1, Matthew 11:30, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:21-23, Romans 8:14, Galatians 5:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 1) At Work Today! Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024

Many times in the Gospels, Jesus shows up in ways that people did not expect. He often defies expectations, both then and now, and as we look at three powerful moments in Scripture, we will see how Jesus reveals Himself in unexpected ways.

Transformed by Truth: The Unexpected Jesus (sermon 1) At work today! Luke 24:13-35, John 4:4-30, Isaiah 55:8-9 Introduction Have you ever had a moment when something or someone completely surprised you? Maybe you expected one outcome, but what actually happened caught you off guard and left you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, John 4:4-30, Isaiah 55:8-9, Proverbs 3:5-6, Galatians 3:28, Matthew 28:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unfriendly Christians PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The importance of genuine Christian friendship, warns against the harm caused by unfriendly Christians, and encourages us to follow Jesus' example of love and companionship.

Good morning, family. How blessed we are to gather together today, to share in the Word of our Lord and to learn from His teachings. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into an issue that affects us all: friendship. But not just any friendship. We're talking about Christian friendship, the kind ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:17

Topics: Unfriendly, Christian

We Love You Beyond Ourselves PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage believers to love with God's love, live with integrity, and consistently urge each other towards righteousness.

Good morning, everyone! Before we dive into this morning's sermon, I want to share with you a quote from Charles Spurgeon, "I would go to the deeps a hundred times to cheer a downcast spirit. It is good for me to have been afflicted, that I might know how to speak a word in season to one that is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:8-12

Topics: Love, God

Open Doors

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 29, 2024

God opens and closes doors daily and annually. With the New Year come open doors of opportunity.

Open Doors 1 Corinthians 16:5-9 1. Alexander Graham Bell: “When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.” We must look for it. We don’t always recognize it. [Far Side Push-Pull 2. As we end ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Resurrection: Reality Or Dream Series

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 2, 2025

The Fact Of Jesus Life

CHRIST RESURRECTION: REALITY OR DREAM by Saumiman Saud (Luke 23:56b – 24:12, I Corinthians 15:17) Death is our biggest enemy. Thus we do different things trying to avoid it. We rush for medicine at the slightest manifestation of certain symptoms. If the medicine does not work, we go ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Trust Him Daily: How Reading The Bible Every Day Grows Your Trust In God - Psalm 119:105 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 24, 2025

What is the first voice you hear each day? For many it is the voice of the news, the voice of social media, the voice of anxiety, the voice of fear - But for the follower of Jesus Christ, the first voice we need to hear is the voice of God through His Word.

Go! And Trust Him Daily: How Reading the Bible Every Day Grows Your Trust in God - Psalm 119:105 INTRODUCTION Let me ask you a simple question that reveals a profound spiritual truth: What is the first voice you hear each day? For many today, it is the voice of the news… the voice of social ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105, Romans 10:17, Isaiah 40:8, John 5:39, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal