Sermons on Fragments:

I Wonder As I Wander Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013

This is the final message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

This is a Christmas carol written by folklorist and singer John Jacob Niles. The carol has its origins in a song fragment collected by Niles on July 16, 1933. This is the story behind the song. In the middle of the summer in 1933, the Morgans, a poor homeless family in Murphy, North Carolina, was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Is In The Blood

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Jul 31, 2020

There could never be a more personal, more sacrificial or more sacred expression of God’s saving love than the shed blood of Jesus.

“Life is in the Blood” Hebrews 9:11-15, 19-28 Two missionary doctors working in India, both surgeons, were frustrated by the unwillingness of most Indians to donate blood. To the Indians, blood was life, and they couldn’t get past the idea of sacrificing any of their precious life-force. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

You Are A Theologian!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 16, 2020

We often think of theologians as those with high-sounding degrees but in reality we are all theologians in a very general sense. Two questions arise; are we Biblical theologians and are we GOOD Biblical theologians???

You Are A Theologian! Today we will be reading from Deuteronomy 17:14-20 Who are the theologians of this church? Before you answer that, what is a theologian and what is theology? And to answer that requires a two step process. The English word “theologian” comes from two Greek words with an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Matthew 6:31-33, John 15:5-8, Romans 12:1, 2 Timothy 2:11-13, John 3:18, John 14:6-7, John 10:27, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Timothy 2:15, Psalm 1:1-2, Psalm 119:97-106, James 1:2-4, Deuteronomy 17:14-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Ben Sira Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 26, 2022

Ben Sira, also known as Shimon ben Yeshua ben Eliezer ben Sira or Yeshua Ben Sirach (2nd century BCE), was a Hellenistic Jewish scribe, sage, and allegorist from Seleucid-controlled Jerusalem of the Second Temple period.

Ben Sira Ben Sira, also known as Shimon ben Yeshua ben Eliezer ben Sira or Yeshua Ben Sirach (2nd century BCE), was a Hellenistic Jewish scribe, sage, and allegorist from Seleucid-controlled Jerusalem of the Second Temple period. He is the author of Sirach, also known as the "Book of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

Repairing The Wickets

Contributed by Ruthie Velazquez-Paredes on Oct 31, 2021

What is a wicket? Opening or entrance made in a wall.

Isaiah 58:12 Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins and will raise up the age-old foundations; you will be called Repairer of Broken Walls (wickets), Restorer of Streets with Dwellings. Introduction: Two of the best-known companies in this city have a slogan that catches my attention: 1) ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:12

Denomination: Church Of God

Irenaeus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 30, 2022

Irenaeus was a Greek bishop noted for his role in guiding and expanding Christian communities in southern France and for the development of Christian theology by combating heresy and defining orthodoxy.

• Irenaeus c. 130 – c. 202 AD) was a Greek bishop noted for his role in guiding and expanding Christian communities in the southern regions of present-day France and, more widely, for the development of Christian theology by combating heresy and defining orthodoxy (conformity, agreement, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Prophesy Life/ The Masada Mystery.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 9, 2022

As NT believers what are we saying, “What are we prophesying?” As believers our words actually become God’s word, so what is God saying through you? Are you prophesying words of comfort and deliverance?...

Prophesy Life/ The Masada Mystery. Ezekiel 37:1-10, 12-14NKJV As NT believers what are we saying, “What are we prophesying?” As believers our words actually become God’s word, so what is God saying through you? Are you prophesying words of comfort and deliverance? Are you hearing Him for others, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10, John 6:63, Ezekiel 37:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Post-Modernism Is Dead, Jesus Is Alive

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

I could never accept the curious suggestion by modern philosophers that the meaning of life breaks down to my own personal preference.

“These are exciting times. When I finished the Epilogue to Darwin on Trial in 1993, I compared evolutionary naturalism to a great battleship afloat on the Ocean of Reality. The ship's sides are heavily armored with philosophical and legal barriers to criticism, and its decks are stacked with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Salvation Army

(Exodus 4:27-28) Aaron Is Sent To Meet Moses. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 23, 2022

According to the Abrahamic religions, Aaron was a prophet, high priest, and the elder brother of Moses. Knowledge of Aaron, along with his brother Moses, comes exclusively from religious texts, such as the Bible and Quran.

(Exodus 4:27-28) Aaron is sent to meet Moses. According to the Abrahamic religions, Aaron was a prophet, high priest, and the elder brother of Moses. Knowledge of Aaron, along with his brother Moses, comes exclusively from religious texts, such as the Bible and Quran. Aaron has a vital role as a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

I Can Call God When I Need Him

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Oct 16, 2021

In the time of troubles i can call on the Lord

While Jeremiah was confined in the courtyard of the guard, the Word of the LORD came to him a second time. While Jeremiah is lock-up, we are told for the 2nd time God has talked to him. God gives Jeremiah a message to declare to Jerusalem that Babylon will come down from the north and destroy the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Sin? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon explores the gravity of sin as rebellion against God, while highlighting God's relentless pursuit and provision of salvation for humanity.

Welcome, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather with you, in this sacred space where we connect with our Creator, and delve into the wisdom of His Word. We are here to seek understanding, to find comfort, and to be challenged. We are here to grow, to be transformed, and to be equipped for the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:3-9

Topics: Origin, Sin

The Hand Of The Lord

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 12, 2024

THE HAND OF THE LORD 1. RULES 2. PROTECTS 3. STRENGTHENS 4. BLESSES 5. PROVIDES 6. HEALS 7. PROMOTES

THE HAND OF THE LORD OUTLINE 1. THE HAND OF THE LORD RULES 2. THE HAND OF THE LORD PROTECTS 3. THE HAND OF THE LORD STRENGTHENS 4. THE HAND OF THE LORD BLESSES 5. THE HAND OF THE LORD PROVIDES 6. THE HAND OF THE LORD HEALS 7. THE HAND OF THE LORD PROMOTES THE MESSAGE THE HAND OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Focusing On What Matters Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 9, 2002

5 of 10 of the series Supernatural Transformation. One of the incredible abilities Jesus had was to stay on target. His life never got off track - He kept His life on course. His ability to focus is a strong characteristic of His life and it can be a ch

FOCUSING ON WHAT MATTERS Ephesians 1:17-18; Romans 8:28; Ephesians 2:10; Romans 12:3; 1 Peter 4:2 Read at beginning of service: Ephesians 1:17-23 (NIV) 17 I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-18, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Challenges To/For Public Worship-7 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 7, 2016

7 of 7. Jesus made it plain that the temple worship had become tainted with improprieties. Public Worship is to be free from impropriety. But What is consonant with public worship? A challenge to (harmonious)public worship is its...

CHALLENGES To/For PUBLIC WORSHIP-VII—John 2:12-25 OR Some Dynamics Of Public Worship Attention: Describe the outward physical ‘trappings’ of worship—types/styles/setting targets/music/chosen frozen/emotionally driven, etc. What do each of these(& more) say to ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

When We Follow Jesus... Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 6, 2019

When we follow Jesus... 1. He will stretch our faith (vs. 1-7). 2. He will show us great things (vs. 8-11). 3. He will supply us (vs. 11-13).

When We Follow Jesus... The Gospel of John John 6:1-13; Matthew 14:13-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 28, 2016 (Revised August 5, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 6. Tonight, we will study the Lord's great miracle of feeding the 5,000. But ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13, Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Baptist