Sermons on Gospel Witness:

Ridiculed For Doing Good Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 29, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark chapter 3 verses 31 through 35

Mark 3: 31 – 35 Ridiculed For Doing Good 31 Then His brothers and His mother came, and standing outside they sent to Him, calling Him. 32 And a multitude was sitting around Him; and they said to Him, “Look, Your mother and Your brothers are outside seeking You.” 33 But He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:31-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Story- Chapter 29- Paul's Mission Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 15, 2014

Once Jesus ascended into heaven, how was the gospel going to be spread? THE CHURCH!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We are winding down the Story, we are in chapter 29 of 31. I hope that as we have going on our journey through the Story that you are starting understand God’s upper story. • I hope that you are seeing that God is not a God who is out to get you, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Response To Jesus: Judas And Peter Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Nov 20, 2012

The betrayal of Judas and the denial of Peter came within hours of each other. The responses were similar, but, the overall outcome of each of these men was completely different. This morning I want to take a look at the betrayal of Judas and the denial

Last week we discussed the response to Jesus by Zacchaeus. His response was immediate. We talked last week about how our response to Jesus needs to be like this tax collector. We must own up to our mistakes. Repent, and then offer our lives as an example of what a follower of Jesus looks like. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47-63

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Defining Moments

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 11, 2014

There are defining moments in our spiritual lives that define who we are and lay the foundation for who we will become and how God will use us.

20140810 9th Sunday after Pentecost A (The fork in the road on our power point slide represents defining or decisive moments in our lives.) Title: Defining Moments Text: Romans 10:1-13 Thesis: God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you cannot take credit for this; it is a gift from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas According To Luke Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 20, 2014

In a logical and well-researched manuscript, Luke helps the skeptical and scientific know that the account of Jesus is fully trustworthy. We can learn from the shepherds as we develop awe, accept the message, and act on it.

Christmas According to Luke Luke 2:8-20 Rev. Brian Bill December 20-21, 2014 Bridge from “Still He Came” We wander and we’re accustomed to darkness, blinded by our own sins as we turn our backs on you. And yet, Jesus you still came…for us. And so here’s a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering God’s Will

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 9, 2011

Knowing God’s will is sometimes difficult. People want God to tell them specifically what to do - where to work, where to live, whom to marry, etc. God rarely gives people information that direct and specific. God allows us to make choices regarding those

Opening illustration: A young man facing the future and unsure of what the next year would bring, concluded, “Nobody knows what God’s will is.” Is he right? Does a lack of certainty about the future translate into not knowing God’s will? The concept of knowing God’s will is often limited to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanks Giving Every Day (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 1, 2011

Psalm 9 is David’s psalm of thanksgiving; in it, David not only says, “Thank you, Lord,” but he hints at three ways in which we can live a life of thanksgiving every day: by witnessing, worshiping, and waiting on the Lord! This sermon is expository, allit

Thanksgiving Every Day (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/27/2011 Last Sunday, I talked about the importance of Thanksgiving—how Thanksgiving is more than just annual celebration; rather, it’s an attitude of the heart. God wants us to live as if it were ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Part 4 Of 5: How Can The Church Help Me Win In Life? Series

Contributed by Jerry Blaxton on Aug 27, 2009

God has given us the church (among other helps) to help you WIN in this life.

Series Title: Questions About the Church Sermon Title: How Can the Church Help Me Win in Life? Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10: 1-13 As Paul is writing to the church at Corinth, he knows that they have a lot of evil influences. We’ve already talked about how big of a city and how important of a city ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Qualities Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Gina Krause on Jun 26, 2023

Last week I talked to you about Pentecost and 5 qualities of the Holy Spirit. 1. He empowers Christians to witness to the unsaved

Pentecost: The qualities of the Holy Spirit Lesson 2 Last week I talked to you about Pentecost and 5 qualities of the Holy Spirit. 1. He empowers Christians to witness to the unsaved 2. He gave the people the gift of tongues to do witness. 3. He convicts people of sin. 4. He gives us ...read more

A Voice For God Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 18, 2022

This sermon focuses on John the Baptist and his unique role as "the one crying out in the wilderness to prepare the way for the Lord", as well as a four possible applications for Christians today.

Good morning. By a show of hands, how many of you have heard of the biblical character John the Baptist? Most of you have heard of him of course. When you think of John the Baptist, what kind of image comes to mind? A little wild. A guy running around the desert dressed funny and eating bugs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:8-17, John 1:6-8, John 1:19-34, Isaiah 40:1-5

Denomination: Christian Church

Let Us Astonish Like Jesus

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 18, 2015

The teachings of Jesus were radical and astonishing; if we are to convert the world, especially Islamic adherents, we must be both loving and astonishing in our witness.

In nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti, Amen. Today’s communion verse, which is taken from the Gospel lines just preceding these two healing stories from St. Matthew, are as follows: “the crowds were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one who had authority, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 3, 2017

When your government is ungodly: 1. Stick together with God's people (vs. 23-24). 2. Seek God's help (vs. 24-31). 3. Speak the truth about Jesus (vs. 31).

When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 3 Acts 4:23-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 28, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Tonight we finish our study of the great miracle that took place in Acts 3. Peter and John were on their way to the Temple to pray, and they met a beggar who had been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy Part 3: The World Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 17, 2020

This world in which we live, wants to draw us in then destroy our witness, our service to the Lord, our very Christian liives.

Living the Christian life in a world that is opposed to all things Christian is not easy. The morals and the values of a Christian living out their faith will stick out like a sore thumb. We are in a battle. Every day, every hour, every minute. As we had already studied: Ephesians 6:12 For our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Doubt Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 20, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 7 verses 18 to 35

Luke 7: 18 – 35 Doubt 18 Then the disciples of John reported to him concerning all these things. 19 And John, calling two of his disciples to him, sent them to Jesus, saying, “Are You the Coming One, or do we look for another?” 20 When the men had come to Him, they said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Two For The Price Of One Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 23, 2011

A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 5 verses 17 through 26

Luke 5: 17 – 26 Two For the Price Of One 17 Now it happened on a certain day, as He was teaching, that there were Pharisees and teachers of the law sitting by, who had come out of every town of Galilee, Judea, and Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was present to heal them. 18 Then behold, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Calvary Chapel