Sermons on Fourth Century:

Modern Idolatry (2) Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Aug 30, 2010

"...punishing the children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me, but showing love to a thousand of generations of those who love me and keep my commandments". Three-four generation vs. a thousand of generatio

ILL. A certain credit card company has a commercial set in the board room of some international corporation. A merger is in progress. The CEO says: everything is set to be finalized on the 28th. The janitor, who happened to sweep around, turns & says, "Sorry, I’m only available on the 12th. There ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Finding The Lost Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 9, 2007

This is the fourth sermon in a series of five to help my congregation become more outward focused. It is based on the church outreach program titled - "Outflow". God wants us to seek the lost, rejoice when the lost are found, and keep looking.

Finding The Lost – Overflowing Outreach Over the past few weeks we have been looking at how God wants to give us an overflowing life – an abundant life. A life so full of His joy, His peace, and His love – that it spills over into the lives of those who are around us. In John ten – ten it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Raised From Death Unto Life

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 12, 2020

Peter knew the church faced much persecution in the first century. As they continued to endure adversity, he pointed them to Jesus, the Author and Finisher of our faith. Persecution might continue, but they had been raised from death unto life in Christ.

Raised from Death unto Life 1 Peter 4: 1-6 Peter set the tone for the message he sought to convey as he introduced himself to the reader. He addressed them as strangers scattered throughout the Roman provinces. This served two basic principles – 1) Peter revealed to the believers that he was aware ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Away In A Manger Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Feb 16, 2017

The Jews had been waiting for centuries for the Messiah to come. And who is he? The angel tells us that he is nothing less than the Lord! So from the very beginning of his earthly life it’s made clear that Jesus is the Lord.

Introduction Last weekend Pam and I, along with Moises Mendez, were in Chile. We went with leaders from a church Summit planted in Santa Rosa, CA, called Living Roots, Grace Church on the west side of town, Reno Christian Fellowship on the south side of town and Sparks Christian Fellowship…right ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Idolatry Is Not Dead Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

We tend to dismiss idolatry because we think only of those who have visible forms of idols. This is still a part of our world, and it is amazing that people in the modern century have been just as foolish as were the pagans in the days of the prophets.

Does it ever bother you that good things that should happen don't, and bad things that shouldn't happen do? Dr. Larry Crabb whose book Inside Out was a great seller tells of the parents who decided to enroll their 13 year daughter in a Christian school. One of the teachers introduced ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-23

The Trinity Conundrum

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 19, 2021

The doctrine of the Trinity has caused the most confusion as far back as the first century with many not being unable to, or not wanting to, fathom its reality, thus dismissing Christianity. Using the Bible as our text, we examine this vital doctrine.

The Trinity Conundrum ** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYHhiL_YXk8 As we began this new year, the Lord laid upon my heart the need to look at what defines those who God considers His remnant, and the main determinate was that these churches and believers got away from all the religious ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9, Deuteronomy 6:4, 1 John 5:7, Matthew 28:19, Isaiah 48:16, 2 Corinthians 13:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Lie: It's All About Me Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 15, 2005

We live in a society today that has bought totally into the lie that “It’s all about me.” Selfishness and narcistic attitudes dominate most our decisions as the 21st century man is bent upon looking our for number one.

Series: Lies Satan Tells IT’S ALL ABOUT ME 1 Corinthians 10:31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. We live in a society today that has bought totally into the lie that “It’s all about me.” Selfishness and narcistic attitudes dominate most our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fathers Day 2008 Lessons From A Famous Father

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jun 15, 2008

Miles of distance and centuries of time separate us from King David. He was a king and we are commoners. Still, despite the distance and the differences we can learn much about being fathers in this present day by looking at this father of long ago.

Disclaimer Please note that all my sermons come from the Lord. But I get my info from many sources from my library and other sources. I do not claim all material as my originality. I don’t quote all sources but I give credit to the Lord who is the author of all sermons. “All originality and no ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:33

Denomination: Baptist

Walking Like Jesus Walked 2 – The Real Jesus Series

Contributed by David Parks on Feb 21, 2012

Rembrandt’s depictions of Jesus were even more controversial in the 17 century. His familiarity with the Jewish community in his native Netherlands moved him to paint Jesus with a Jewish appearance. People were shocked! Jesus looking Jewish?

WALKING LIKE JESUS WALKED 2 – THE REAL JESUS Text: Luke 19:28-44 Introduction 1. Have you heard of the controversial exhibit at the Detroit Institute of art? 2. It is the Rembrandt and the Face of Christ exhibit. 3. Rembrandt’s depictions of Jesus were even more controversial in the 17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Closer To My God Part Ii - Experiencing His Holiness Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 11, 2009

No one can escape the emphasis of Holiness in the book of Leviticus. The overarching Theme is "Be Holy because, I your LORD am Holy. Do all the instructions of the book of Leviticus hold any relevance to us 21st century Christians?

Getting Close to My God, Part II – Experiencing His Holiness Charles Spurgeon said this “ If you ask me how to shorten your sermons, I should say, study them better. Spend more time in the study that you may need less in the pulpit. We are generally longest when we have least to say” We have ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jul 6, 2009

Some call it the Lord’s Supper. Some call it Communion. Some call it the Eucharist. Just as there are different names for the event, there are many different teachings about it. That confusion isn’t a new thing. It was going on even in the first century C

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ As you can tell from the table that is set before us, we will be partaking of the Lord’s Supper this morning. So since that is the case, I think it is a good idea for us to spend some time talking about what that means. There are two reasons why that’s a good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Promise You Are Waiting To See? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 8, 2012

Looking at the life of Christ, is something that is essential for every believer. To help us grow in our understanding of Him & our relationship with Him. Over the days, weeks, months, years, centuries, that you have been in church, you have probably l

What is the promise you are waiting to see? This month in our Fresh Fire series we are considering the Holy Spirit in the Life and Ministry of Jesus. A topic that could take years to really cover in detail. So the ministry team are going to take the opportunity to give you a glimpse of some of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Do People Do About Their Sin

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 16, 2015

OVER THE CENTURIES A QUESTION THAT IS CONTINUALLY ASKED IN CHURCH LIFE IS “WHAT DO WE DO ABOUT OUR SIN?” WE HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR AN EASY ANSWER TO DEAL WITH THIS DIFFICULT QUESTION, WHEN THERE IS ONLY ONE ANSWER AND IT IS DIFFICULT.

WHAT DO PEOPLE DO ABOUT THEIR SIN LUKE 3:1-20 OVER THE CENTURIES A QUESTION THAT IS CONTINUALLY ASKED IN CHURCH LIFE IS “WHAT DO WE DO ABOUT OUR SIN?” WE HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR AN EASY ANSWER TO DEAL WITH THIS DIFFICULT QUESTION. OUR ANSWERS HAVE RANGED FROM DOING NOTHING, TO BOASTING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Whole Duty Of Man: Following Jesus When Everything Else Fades Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 23, 2026

We live in a world of endless noise. Notifications never stop. Opinions multiply. Success is measured by followers, finances, and fame. Yet beneath all the noise lies a quiet, unsettling question: What actually matters when life is over?

The Whole Duty of Man: Following Jesus When Everything Else Fades Introduction — The Question Every Life Must Answer We live in a world of endless noise. Notifications never stop. Opinions multiply. Success is measured by followers, finances, and fame. Yet beneath all the noise lies a quiet, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13, Proverbs 9:10, John 14:15, Romans 14:12, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Salvation Essentials Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 30, 2017

1. The first essential is healing (vs. 36-38). 2. The second essential is hanging (vs. 39-40). 3. The third essential is hearing (vs. 40-43). 4. The fourth essential is the Holy Spirit (vs. 44-48).

Salvation Essentials Acts 10:34-48 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 2, 2014 *The Apostle Peter preached this message almost 2,000 years ago, but it is just as fresh today as the first day it was heard. This is the message that the world needs to hear today. This is the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:36-48

Denomination: Baptist