Sermons on Give An Answer:

For The Good Of The People Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Nov 14, 2020

Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, when we think and when we say for the good of the people ...

FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (November 12, 2020) “For I am with the ee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city.” Acts 18: 10, King James Version (KJV). Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:10, Romans 8:1-39, John 21:6, Luke 5:5-11, John 21:22, John 21:9-15, John 21:11, John 21:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

Jesus Said: "i Am The Light Of The World" Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 5, 2014

Jesus is the Light of the world! But what does that mean? 1. He is the light of life. 2. He gives glory to God. 3. He helps us see God's salvation. 4. He gives us fellowship in God's family. 5. He gives us the light of love.

Jesus said: "I Am the Light of the World" John 8:1-12, John 3:16-21, Luke 2:28-32, 1 John 1:3-7, 1 John 2:6; 9-11 Series: The Great I Am Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church -- Jan. 26, 2014 (Timing of the Lord's statement corrected August 29, 2019) BACKGROUND: *In John ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12, John 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Defend God's Honor Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 14, 2004

What offends you most? What will you defend with the greatest passion? The answer for Paul was clear: Defend God’s honor from idols and rivals!

12/19/04 Text: Acts 17:16-34 Reading: Romans 1:18-25 Longing to See God Honored Intro: Does anyone remember the TV show “Welcome back Cotter?” It was a sitcom about a teacher who returned to work in the city high school he had graduated from. Well, one time, Cotter and John Travolta got into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Much More

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Apr 29, 2008

Prayer is the divinely ordained channel through which God gives His children all the good things He designs for our benefit and blessing. God is far more willing to give than we are to ask.

HOW MUCH MORE Matt. 7:9-11 Often we develop the mistaken attitude that prayer and particularly persistent prayer is the means by which we wrest from God the things which He does not really want us to have. Quite the contrary is true. Prayer is the divinely ordained channel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Work For Lasting Food

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 3, 2015

To show that GOD works in and within us to show the world His Glory, all GOD needs is our availability, if we refuse to give this to Him, then what can we really give Him?

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a hard worker for the kingdom of GOD? Yes, because GOD works hard within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD works in and within us to show the world His Glory, all GOD needs is our availability, if we refuse to give this to Him, then ...read more

Scripture: John 6:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beginning Of… Mankind Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 14, 2010

God humbles and gives great hope to mankind, created in his image.

Scripture Introduction “There are one hundred and ninety-three living species of monkeys and apes. One hundred and ninety-two of them are covered with hair. The exception is the naked ape…homo sapiens.” So wrote Zoologist Desmond Morris in his effort to analyze human behavior through the actions ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

By What Authority?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2011

This sermon is about claiming and living with the authority that God gives us in Jesus Christ!

By What Authority? Serm0931 Rev. Scott A. Bradford Mat 21:23-32 3-20-11 Uvalde 2nd Lent Comedian George Carlin (of whom I am not a fan, and often think he is either vulgar or brash) once said “I have as much authority as the Pope, I just don’t have as many people who believe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: United Methodist

Desperate Times Call For Desperate Measures Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 4, 2019

In our desperate times we often pray as a last resort. God may answer but how much greater would it be if prayer was our first impulse?

1. An older lady lay ill in her bed. Her family had gathered to encourage her. Her daughter said, “Mama, we’ve asked the preacher to come and pray for you.” The lady replied, “O no, has it come to that?” 2. In the story of Jonah: a. God is concerned about Nineveh – Jonah is not b. The storm shows ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fear Running Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023

God’s direction is not usually extraordinary, but in “a still small voice.” When God doesn’t answer, He may have something better!

A. OUR GREATEST FAILURES CAN FOLLOW OUR GREATEST SUCCESS: 1 KINGS 19:1-8 1. Elijah’s greatest success: a. Fire from Heaven (18:38). b. Prophets of Baal killed. c. Rain, God’s judgment was over. 2. Elijah was challenged, “Jezebel sent a message … ‘May the gods strike me and even kill me if by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Difference

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Feb 17, 2006

Easter message that gives three reasons Jesus made such a difference to this world.

Acts 1:1-9, Luke 24:1-53 Making a Difference Intro: No person who has ever lived on the earth has made a greater impact than that of Jesus Christ. I don’t think anyone, Christian or non-Christian would dispute that statement. Certainly we could name some famous men (Scientist, Philosophers, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Five Ways To Keep Mom From Running Away

Contributed by John Gaston on May 12, 2023

We should be a blessing to our Mothers by loving them unconditionally, verbalizing our love, giving them gifts, giving them the day off, and praying for them. This message contains many humorous anecdotes.

FIVE WAYS TO KEEP MOM FROM RUNNING AWAY 2 Tim. 1:5 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: “$150 a Week to Talk about Mom” 1. Three Moms were bragging about their grown sons. The first one told of the extravagant birthday parties her son threw for her. “Why he even hired a band for my last birthday.” 2. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Practising Belonging Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 27, 2017

What is expected of new believers? The answer to this question is revealed through examining the life of the first congregation after the body was flooded with a multitude of believers following Pentecost.

“Those who received [Peter’s] word were baptized, and there were added [to the Faith] that day about three thousand souls. “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Did God Create The Devil Series

Contributed by Pastor Cosmos on Jan 6, 2011

This Bible study answers questions about where the devil came from, who is he, and many other facts about the devil that many do not know

Most people in the world are being deceived by an evil genius bent on destroying their lives - a brilliant mastermind called the devil, or Satan. But this dark prince is much more than what you might think... many say he’s just a devious mythical figure, but the Bible says he’s very real, and he’s ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Psalm 22 - Jesus On The Cross Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 29, 2019

"My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" Jesus' terrible cry on the cross is answered in Psalm 22.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31, Psalm 22:1, Psalm 22:21, Luke 1:46-55, Acts 7:53, Galatians 3:19, John 16:13-14, Isaiah 59:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Speaks To His People Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 15, 2004

God speaks to His people through Jesus and the Holy Spirit. He speaks through the media of the written Word, answered prayer, circumstances, and His Church.

God Speaks to His People John 8:47 John 10:27-29 INTRO.: When Moses encountered God at the burning bush, God spoke to Moses. It was very clear to Moses that God was the One speaking. There was no room for doubt. Not only that, but God’s message to Moses was all too clear. Moses knew exactly what ...read more

Scripture: John 8:47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ