Sermons on Gettysburg Address:

The Priority Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 1, 2008

Peter expresses here in this text the necessity of developing Christian character. This sermon addresses the priority we must have as Christians daily to be christ-like.

The Priority 2 Peter 1:1-11 Intro A wife remarked to her husband after the church service: “Did you see the hat Mrs. Jones was wearing?” “No,” said the husband, “I didn’t.” “Did you see the new dress Mrs. Smith had on?” she asked. “I’m afraid I didn’t,” said her husband. To this his wife ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Messianic Prophecies

Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jan 6, 2009

The fourth vision, The Cleansing of the High Priest, addresses the problem of a holy God who desires to accomplish great things through his sinful people.

The book of Zechariah is filled with prophetic visions that were seen by Zechariah the prophet. “The fourth vision, The Cleansing of the High Priest, addresses the problem of a holy God who desires to accomplish great things through his sinful people.” (NAC Commentary: Zechariah, p. 132) “Joshua ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

El Asesinato: Es Más Que Tomando Una Vida Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 20, 2009

The 6th Commandment on Murder addresses the sin of man not only taking another life, but putting themselves into the role of God, which God never intended.

El asesinato: Es Más que Tomando una Vida El éxodo 20:13 Introducción Un norteamericano es disparado, batido, o estrangulado a la muerte cada minuto. Parece que no importa dónde usted gira en nuestra sociedad, o aún nuestro mundo, hay asesinatos. Está en la televisión y películas como ficción. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Upside Of Studying The End Times

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 27, 2009

A message geared to address what I felt was more of a negative attitude put forth in a message the previous week entitled "Cautions of Studying the End Times."

The Upside of Studying the End Times Various Scriptures March 1, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: Last week we talked about four cautions we should keep in mind when studying the end times. And I railed against the extremism ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:12-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Parable Of The Sower Part 2 Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

This parable addresses the first necessary element of being part of the Kingdom of God. It gives us the requirement and result of becoming a part of God’s family.

The Parable of the Sower part 2 The Book of Mark Mark 4:1-20 I. Introduction. A. As we discussed last week a parable is a true to life story used to illustrate a biblical truth. B. The parables in Mark 4 illustrate different aspects of the Kingdom of God. 1. The Kingdom of God includes both a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Targeting God's Will

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 30, 2010

People often ask the question - "How can I know God's will for my life?" This message addresses the key elements to understanding and discovering God's will.

Targeting God’s Will October 10, 2010 Romans 12:1-2 Sunday AM Intro: Good AM. Well here we are. It’s hard to believe this day has arrived, and my family is thrilled to be here to meet you. I want to talk to you this AM about an appropriate topic in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Is Love Ever Really Enough?

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

I want to address the common, almost universal belief that says, "As long as you genuinely love each other, everything will always work out."

IS LOVE EVER REALLY ENOUGH? GENESIS 24:62 66 Even the most devoted couple will experience a stormy bout once in a while. A grandmother, celebrating her golden wedding anniversary, once told the secret of her long and happy marriage. "On my wedding day, I decided to make a list of ten of my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:62-66

All Churched Out Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 8, 2013

Malachi’s message is addressed to the priests who served/ministered in the Temple under the old covenant. In the new covenant in Christ, all believers are priests!

“All Churched Out” Malachi Series Pt. 3 July 7, 2013 Introduction A Malachi’s message is addressed to the priests who served/ministered in the Temple under the old covenant. 1 In the new covenant in Christ, all believers are priests! a 1 Peter 2:9 (NASB) 9 But you are A CHOSEN ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is Not Easily Angered Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 8, 2013

We learn that anger is an important emotion, and is a signal that something needs to be addressed. We also learn some strategies to help have a love that is not easily angered.

Introduction: A. The story is told of an elderly woman who was preparing to pull her expensive Cadillac into a parking space when a teenager cut her off and quickly stole her parking space. 1. The young man jumped out of his car and shouted, “Oh, to be young and fast!” 2. The elderly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The People Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 15, 2013

Peter addresses the church and communicates the glad tidings that we, the people of God, possess tremendous privileges. The Church is privileged in that it is able to shine with & proclaim the excellencies of God.

1 Peter 2: 9 & 10 THE PEOPLE OF GOD [Renewing Hope Series] [Exodus 19:5-6 / Isaiah 43:20-21] A story is told of a hitchhiker who was trying to get a ride one night in Las Angles. A car pulled over to pick him up. When the hitchhiker got into the car he saw the face of the driver and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Shedding Abroad Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 2, 2017

Acts 2 verses 33-35 are strangely, and sadly, not found anywhere in the weekly lectionary. I have sought to address them here, in their immediate context.

THE "SHEDDING ABROAD" OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Acts 2:32-36. This is a compact set of verses, brim-full of theological gems: i. The crucifixion of Jesus (Acts 2:36); ii. His resurrection (Acts 2:32); and iii. His exaltation to the right hand of God (Acts 2:33). The passage is also ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:32-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living By The Word Of God

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017

Trends in America toward less regard for the authority of Scripture are alarming. This message addresses that problem and sets forth four ways Christians should relate to the Bible.

Jeremiah 8:9 6/26/16 I want to use two passages in the Bible as my text this morning. The first one is the instruction God gave to Joshua as he began leading the nation of Israel. (Josh 1:8) “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:9, Joshua 1:8, 2 Peter 2:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:9-11, Deuteronomy 8:2-4, 2 Timothy 4:2-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Halloween, What Spooks You? Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 1, 2018

Halloween is the perfect season to address the spiritual world and give a Biblical response to what people are seeing and experiencing in a world that have forces that can deceive them.

What Spooks You? A Biblical Truth About Ghost and Haunting 1 Timothy 4:1 - "The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons." There are a lot of people who have an interest in the paranormal, but most ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make It Right

Contributed by Mark Jones on Oct 3, 2011

EOLS: Jesus teaches us to address conflicts with our brother (sister) quickly and to follow four steps toward resolution. (sermon is preparation for Communion as written)

Matthew 18:15-20 (15) "If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother. (16) But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Walking As Light Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 16, 2012

Who are you? And being who you are, what difference does it make in the way you live? Those are the two questions that our passage addresses.

Introduction Who are you? And being who you are, what difference does it make in the way you live? Those are the two questions that our passage addresses. Text Paul has ascribed different terms for the identity of the Christian believers. They are “saints”; they are “members of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed