Sermons on fourth century: showing 121-135 of 40,185

Freedom For A Wretch Like Me Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 2, 2007

John Newton was a sinner. He didn’t deserve to be saved. It was only because of the Amazing Grace of Jesus he had a prayer.

OPEN: In 1776 the great patriot Thomas Paine, wrote the following words about freedom: “What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; ’tis dearness only that gives everything its value. Heaven knows how to put a proper price upon its goods; and it would be strange indeed, if so celestial ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remembrance, In Every Fold

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 28, 2015

Here is a way of honoring those who gave their lives in military service to our country, in accordance with Romans 13:7.

“Render to all what is due them: tax to whom tax is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honor to whom honor.” (Romans 13:7) Remembrance, In Every Fold Spiritual Truth In The Folding Of The American Flag Have you ever taken time to watch the flag being folded and then ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part I: Unity Of The Spirit - Level 1 Series

Contributed by Louis Posthauer on Mar 26, 2022

There are three distinct levels of unity in the Spirit that are evident in the early church. Most of the western church in the 21st century is only familiar with the first or lowest level of unity that Jesus referred to in John 17.

Introduction to Part I What does the term “Unity of the Spirit” really mean for Christians? Is it an ethereal sixth sense based on feelings or intuition? Is it an intellectual or symbolic type or anthropomorphic construct used to create a theological distinction between Christians and “other” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-45

Declaring Independence From The Devil

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003

On our Day of Independence we must also call ourselver free from Satan.

Declaring Independence from the Devil Introduction As we celebrate our national day of Independence, le us remember that as Christians we enjoy an even greater freedom in Christ. John 8:36 says “If therefore the Son shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.” In Christ we have freedom ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Is The Nation... Part 1

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 17, 2003

We’ve gone a long ways away from our roots as Americans. So, one of my goals is to do a little bit of educating. People need to know this, & if they don’t hear it at church, where will they hear it?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Much of this sermon and the following one, "Blessed Is the Nation...Part 2," came from books by David Barton, and excerpts from other sermons. At the time I prepared this sermon I was much more ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Positive Side Of The Ten Commandments: The Fifth Commandment

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2002

The hidden motive back of each commandment is worship. Since everything a Christian does should praise God, all of the Ten Commandments revolve around worshipping God.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS LEFT OUT? “Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee” (Ex. 20:12). 1. Love is natural. Why is there no command for parents to love children or respect them? 2. Love is reflected in giving. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Just Be Religious Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 31, 2016

The Fourth Commandment is given because God gives us a Sabbath so that we can enjoy him.

Message Colossians 2:13-19 “Don’t Just Be Religious” In Israel they have “Sabbath elevators”. This elevator is designed to automatically stop at every floor – even if no one is going in or out. That is because pushing the button for the elevator is work, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

National Refelctions

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 9, 2017

There is a lack of understanding of the Biblical truths on which the Founding Fathers of this nation laid this country's foundation. This ignorance erodes the Christian values the Founding Fathers had set for a course for the United States of America.

National Reflections Grasping the Faith of Our Founding Fathers It has been well said, "If we do not know the foundation on which the Founding Fathers laid for this nation, then we as a nation have no understanding on what we are to be today, thus we are a nation that has no clear vision for ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Flag Is Still Standing

Contributed by Roosevelt Wright on Jun 28, 2019

If you could write an anthem for your life's journey, what would it be?

   SCRIPTURE" Therefore, brethren, stand fast, and hold the traditions which ye have been taught, whether by word, or our epistle. 2 Thessalonians 2:15 Introduction If you could pick a song that represents your life's journey, what would it be? If you had to write a song ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Forfeit Your Freedom Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jun 9, 2021

Independence Day: Our country was founded on a value for religious freedom. As biblical morality fades, immorality and moral decay are taking its place; which will eventually lead to the collapse of this nation unless people repent.

This week we celebrate Independence Day, the day that our nation commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.(1) We must not forget that our country’s drive for independence began with a quest for ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jun 9, 2021

Independence Day: In God we find the basis for national freedom, or physical freedom; however, we also find in the Lord the basis for our spiritual freedom. God’s provision for our spiritual freedom is found in His one and only Son, Jesus Christ.

According to Mark Parsec, Independence Day “celebrates America’s Declaration of Independence from the tyranny of England under King George the III.”(1) The signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, he says, was not intended to declare war with England, nor did it procure our country’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18, John 8:31-36, Galatians 4:4-7, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

True Freedom

Contributed by Morris Guiendon on Jul 6, 2022

I am convinced that there are people that are walking around thinking that they are free when they are not. It has been said that the hardest prison to escape from is in your mind.

Introduction We were blessed to be born in a free nation. A place that does not restrict its citizens to believe in a certain way, or to live under oppressive rules. The truth is, our freedoms are not what they once were here in America. Even though freedoms are being eroded in our nation, it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Romans, Chapter Two...as Applied To The Twenty-First Century

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 30, 2002

Christians can delude themselves into thinking that they are, somehow, better than others.

As we study the “Life of Christ” we can make some observations that are just as true in this day-and-age as they were during the time of Christ. 1. We see the religious leaders looking at everyone else and judging them for a violation of some law that the leaders had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What I See Happening To The Church In The 21st Century

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 15, 2002

Insights that I have about the Church and what is happening to the Church today.

WHAT I SEE HAPPENING TO THE CHURCH IN THE 21ST CENTURY By Jerry Falwell I. INTRODUCTION This sermon is the insight that I have about the Church and what is happening to the Church today. Not everything I will say is good, but these are the things I see happening. Many of these things will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Acts 5:28

Denomination: Baptist

Faith In The 21st Century: The Seven Key Aspects Of Faith

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 28, 2021

Faith is something that sets the Christian apart from the world. The Christian believes in a God unseen. The Christian believes differently from the world. The people of the world don't think in terms of belief.

"Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the people of old received their commendation. By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things that are visible." Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21, Hebrews 11:1-3, John 7:7

Denomination: Salvation Army