Sermons on Graven Image:

Pilate: How To Decide What To Do About Jesus Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 22, 2004

We all must decide what we are going to do about Jesus.

Introduction: In Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ, one of Jesus biggest assets appears to be the Roman Prefect, Pilate. A Pilate goes head to head with the religious leadership in defense of Christ. a If Jesus was a self-professed King, then Pilate could kill him for treason. b If Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Dec 2, 2003

Are you thankful? Have you given thanksgiving to God lately? It is one of the greatest Christian priviledges to be able to return our gratitude to our God on Thanksgiving Day and every day of our lives.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title Thanksgiving By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. L.L.D Four days away is the day that has been set aside in the USA which we celebrate our national thanksgiving day. This day was observed many years before this years ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, James 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Salvation Of The Gentiles, Pt. 1--The Searching Soldier Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 15, 2004

CORNELIUS WAS A GOOD MAN, A GOD-FEARING MAN, A GENEROUS MAN, A PRAYING MAN, BUT NOT A SAVED MAN...YET! [GOOD HURRICANE ILLUSTRATION AND MISSIONS APPLICATION] Powerpoint at website.

The Salvation of the Gentiles, pt. 1 “The Searching Soldier” Acts 10:1-16 It’s now about 10 years after the day of Pentecost, and though the early church has made great strides and reached a lot of people, they are making no efforts to reach the Gentiles. Those 3k saved at Pentecost…all Jews. 5k ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Commands Series

Contributed by Dave Clark on Oct 8, 2014

In Sunday school we get the condensed version of the Ten Commandments but they can be read expansively, so that you are challenged to consider how the commandment may apply to all sorts of real life situations.

The God Who Commands Exodus 20:1-17 October 5, 2014 Rev. David J. Clark The Israelites had been wandering in the desert for a long time. They were learning what it means to really trust God but that trust was hard learned. There was a definite pattern: at the first hint of adversity they turned ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Caught In The Very Act! --Call The Tabloids!

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 9, 2013

Now what does Jesus write in the dust that causes all of the woman's accusers to leave?

Caught in the Very Act! --Call the Tabloids! John 7:53-8:11 Introduction This passage does not appear in many modern translations of the Bible, or it appears in the footnote which states that most ancient copies of the Scripture we have discovered does not contain it, or contains it with ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pleading For Divine Visitation

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jan 31, 2012

We can still plead with God for His divine visitation today in various aspects of lives, but we must be prepared to fulfil the condition for His visitation.

PLEADING FOR DIVINE VISITATION Study Text: Isaiah 64: 1 - 5 Oh that thou wouldest rend the heavens, that thou wouldest come down, that the mountains might flow down at thy presence, 2 As when the melting fire burneth, the fire causeth the waters to boil, to make thy name known to thine ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Which Is Stronger; Our Enduring Faith Or Today’s Temptations?

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Jul 19, 2011

Taking a look at our fatih in this current world and its temptations, particularly two: Social Acceptance and Personal Prestige. What is our choice; to follow the Christ or the world?

Which is Stronger; Our Enduring Faith or Today’s Temptations? Exodus 32:1-19; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13, 23 This past Tuesday morning I had finally settled down into my easy chair to read the daily news paper. As always, I turned to the editorial section of which is one of favorites, besides ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: *other

Gideon: Wrong In The End Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 8, 2009

HOW WE RESPOND TO SUCCESS IN GOD’S DELIVERANCE STORY, IMPACTS FUTURE BLESSINGS.

Gideon: Wrong in the End Judges 8:22-35 7/19/09 INTRODUCTION In Youngstown Ohio one of the individuals that was a part of a group I drank coffee with was a young volunteer firefighter and newly trained EMT. One day working apart time shift for an ambulance company in Boardman, OH, John was a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:22-35

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Convitions Vs. Preferences Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Jan 15, 2009

Convitions Vs. Preferences

What is a conviction? A conviction is a basic scriptural principle which we purpose to follow, whatever the cost! How do convictions differ from preferences? Quiz: Which are convictions and which are preferences? CONVITION PREFERENCE I have a conviction that I should try * * and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's All About Jesus

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Aug 15, 2009

Needs to be about Jesus by Robert Rimes The church is not about entertainment, programs, popularity, size or individuals. It should be all about the Son of God.

It’s All About Jesus Matthew 16:13-18 When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Children, Honor Your Parents Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 20, 2016

Obedience to your parents begins with a heart attitude of honor for them.

This sermon is part four of the series, “Five Words for a Godly Home.” Each of these words come from a study of Ephesians 5 and 6, a text which instructs us on the relationships within the Christian home. HUSBANDS are instructed to LOVE their wives. WIVES are instructed to RESPECT ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Children Honor Your Parents Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 22, 2016

Children, obedience to your parents comes from a heart attitude of honor.

This sermon is part four of the series, “Five Words for a Godly Home.” Each of these words come from a study of Ephesians 5 and 6, a text which instructs us on the relationships within the Christian home. HUSBANDS are instructed to LOVE their wives. WIVES are instructed to RESPECT ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 30, 2018

Holiness, God's Presence, Our Words & Witness

I AM May 6, 2018 Exodus 3:13-15 (p. 40) Introduction: I spent 5 days in Central Baptist Hospital when I was born without a name. I was baby boy Burdette. It wasn’t that there was anything wrong with me…It was simply that my mom and dad couldn’t agree on what to name ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Life Of A Wicked King (King Manasseh)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 3, 2022

There are many wicked characters mentioned in the Bible. King Manasseh has to rank as one of the most wicked men who ever lived on this earth.

He is certainly considered to be the most wicked king of Judah. His grandfather, Ahaz, was a wicked king, but his father, King Hezekiah is considered to be the most godly king of Judah. It's hard to imagine that someone as righteous as Hezekiah could have a son as evil as Manasseh. This ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 33:12-13, 2 Kings 21:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Golden Calf

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 4, 2023

The gold of Egypt became a snare to Israel. our desire for gold may do likewise.

The Golden Calf Exodus 32:1-14 In today’s uncertain times, there is a rush among many to buy gold. As compared to paper money which inflates and is really backed by nothing but the good faith and credit of the issuer, gold has for thousands of years been seen as a stable store of value. I have even ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible