Sermons on Four Rules:

How Jesus Feels About Idolatry (Revelation 2:12-28) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 22, 2025

Jesus views turning to other gods, as being sexually immoral to your Husband. Also, the persecution will one day be reversed, and we will rule with an iron rod, if we overcome/conquer.

How Jesus feels about idolatry (Revelation 2:12-28) Today, we will tackle two of Jesus' messages, to two of the seven churches. The first one, that I'll use as kind of skeleton and starting point, is to the angel and his church in Pergamum. About half way through, I'll add in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-28

What's New About The Good News? Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 15, 2020

Jesus came to show us a NEW way for sin to be forgiven; a NEW definition of belonging; and a NEW relationship to the rules. And that is some new wine that can't be poured into old wineskins.

Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Mark 2. I know I am about to date myself, but I wonder how many of you remember Paul Harvey? My mother loved listening to Paul Harvey. He would come on at noon, which was about the time we were driving back from the bowling alley (which is a whole other ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Disciples Or Dabblers?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 15, 2022

This sermon was a four-part podcast at GodNAmerica.com which asked: Are we fully committed to Jesus or just dabbling in Christianity?

Intro – Part 1 1. Jesus came into the world to “seek and save the lost” (Luke 19:10). In doing so, he changed people from being the disciples of Satan to become His disciples. Jesus did what Rabbis do, they make disciples. 2. To be a disciple, one must follow the precepts and instructions of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Ownership Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Oct 23, 2006

We must have an understanding of who owns what when it comes to stewardship. this is the first in a four part series on stewardship

PLAY DVD OF APOLLO 13, CLIP 1. Houston we have a problem, Have you ever noticed how problems shape our lives. While we may pray for a problem free life, the truth of the matter is problems have a way of defining us. John Maxwell said, “Problems are predictors” – you can predict what type of person ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Good Kids Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 11, 2005

Message 2 of 6 on children. This message focuses on the work of parents in raising children. It gives four building blocks from 2 Timothy.

Microsoft’s Big Bear Can Watch Your Kids Prototype ’Teddy’ keeps an eye on the youngsters Iain Thomson, vnunet.com 15 Mar 2005 Young children could be watched over by remote control teddy bears with swivelling heads that track every move, thanks to a research project from Microsoft. ’Teddy’ is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Call To Restore The Temple

Contributed by Paul George on Jul 6, 2003

The Book of Haggai is addressed to the captives that have returned to Jerusalem from Babylon. The book contains four appeals.

Introduction Haggai takes us back to the time when the Babylonian captives were permitted to return to their homeland. In 538BC, the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, in order to fulfill the prediction the people from Judah and Jerusalem will spend seventy years in captivity (Jeremiah 25), ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Holiness

The Levels Of Faith

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

The Levels of Faith - Rom. 4:20,21 - How to grow in the faith using four essential steps!

The Levels of Faith Illustration:Abraham staggered not at the promises of God but grew strong in faith being fully persuaded that what God had promised He had the power to perform it. (Romans 4:20,21) Let us grow up in all aspects into Christ who is the head. (Eph. 4:15) But we all with open ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Focusing On The Final Destination Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 1, 2001

Four ways focusing on Christ’s second coming can help us in the spiritual journey today.

Few things are more difficult than driving a long distance with small children. No matter how many activity books, games and tapes you bring, you still hear the steady drone of, "Are we there yet?" How do you respond that? The Irritated Response: "We’re closer now than the last time you ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Manifold Working Of Grace

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 30, 2002

This outline looks at four distinct workings of grace covering the span from salvation to a Christ-filled life .

THE MANIFOLD WORKING OF GRACE “For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men.” Titus 2: 11 “Grace” is commonly defined as “unmerited favor” but more specifically it can be defined as “unmerited divine assistance given man for his redemption or sanctification.” Using the more ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing The Essence Of Worship Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 13, 2002

Isaiah’s worship experience demonstrates to us four actions that should comprise the essence of our worship.

EXPERIENCING THE ESSENCE OF WORSHIP Isaiah 6:1-13 INTRODUCTION It was to be a special Sunday morning – my brother-in-law was being ordained to the ministry at his home church. I was preaching and my wife would give special music. The auditorium in the church is long and narrow, with a platform, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Summer Vacation: Where Are You Going? Series

Contributed by Lance Bane on Oct 1, 2002

This is the first of a four part series encouraging students to take advantage of the summer break and draw closer to God.

Text: This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: "A voice of one calling in the desert, ’Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’” Matt. 3.3 John the Baptist was commissioned by the Lord to prepare the way for the coming of Christ. He spent his life in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Communicating Christ Effectively

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 4, 2002

Paul had four qualities that enabled him to effectively communicate Christ which we also need.

COMMUNICATING CHRIST EFFECTIVELY Acts 17:16-34 INTRO.- ILL.- A stranger entered the church in the middle of the sermon and seated himself in the back pew. After a while he began to fidget. Leaning over to a white-haired man at his side, evidently an old member of the congregation, he whispered: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Christians Think About The Future Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 17, 2001

Four key concepts about what Christians believe about the future for people investigating the Christian faith.

People today are fascinated with the future. The future represents uncertainty, it’s something we can’t control or accurately prepare for, so we’re often anxious about the future, and many people try to find ways to get an edge on what tomorrow holds. This is what’s made psychic hotlines a $300 ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-3, Ephesians 1:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Ordinary People Give

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 26, 2003

Here are four principles that should govern the way ordinary people like you and me give to the Lord.

1 Chronicles 21:18-25 When Ordinary People Give Today in our service I want to share with you four principles that ought to guide your giving. Our services are going to be a little different this morning because during the course of the sermon you will be hearing some personal accounts from some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Notes Of Worship

Contributed by Mel Shepherd on Feb 28, 2003

Two words, “Amen, and Hallelujah” have four notes of harmony, which bought victory to these Christians faith

Title: “The Notes of Worship” Text: Revelation 19:1-6 Introduction: Folks, if any of us get a chance to see Manheim Steamroller perform in a Christmas Concert this next year, one of us ought to go and see their concert and then report back to the rest of us to tell us what it was like. Listen to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ