Sermons on Herods Headache:

The Judgment Seat Of Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 15, 2015

There is a coming inspection of our Christian Lives that will involve either REWARD or LOSS for every Christian. We should make our life for Christ count so that we receive His reward.

The Judgment Seat of Christ 2 Corinthians 5:6-15 The military takes inspection seriously. I remember visiting West Point as a teenager. Our family took a tour and which had a display of the Cadet Quarters. The tour guide explained how everything in the Cadet’s room was inspected - from ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love - Advent 4, 2011 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 19, 2011

Beyond happy memories, beyond seasonal blessings, beyond ourselves; Christmas like everything else in this Biblical narrative, is not about us! This morning I want us to think about three expressions of love that we see in the Christmas season that are a

Dakota Community Church December 18, 2011 Love It is hard to believe that we are already at week four in this season of Advent! Between our trip to the Dominican Republic and last week’s Children’s Church concert the month is flying by. So far we have looked at the hope (past, present, and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Mennonite

"A Case Of Mistaken Identity"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 26, 2012

Althrough the Gospel of Mark and in this passage in John, those who interact with Jesus often misunderstand or mistake Him for something or someone he is not. Those at the "feeding of the 5000" thought this was the long expected king. (some "gospel" ph

In Jesus Holy Name July 29, 2012 Text: John 6:14-15 Pentecost IX “A Case of Mistaken Identity” Mistaken identity is not an uncommon thing. The Bible records more than one incident of mistaken identity. The narrative which is most important for our message today is found in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:14-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Wronged By Riches Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 29, 2012

Wealth is neither good nor bad. It is how we use it that matters. James gives a strict warning to the wealthy on dealing with their priorities in their riches and their abuses of people.

1. Several guys were in the locker room of a private exercise club. They were all talking when a cell phone lying on the bench rang. One man picked it up without hesitation, and the following conversation ensued: "Hello?" "Honey, It’s me." "Oh, hi dear!" "I’m at the mall two blocks from ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Persecution - Are My Hands Clean? Series

Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Sep 9, 2007

What comes to your mind when you think of persecution? What are some of the thoughts and images? What are some of the actions and deeds?

This sermon can be listened to online by visiting: http://www.cayafellowship.com/2007/07/15/persecution-are-my-hands-clean/ Persecution – Are my hands clean? What comes to your mind when you think of persecution? What are some of the thoughts and images? What are some of the actions and deeds? Our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Rejected By His Own People The Jews

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Feb 12, 2013

However, we must ask the question, “Why do people not believe in Jesus as the Messiah and personal Saviour” particularly when they know the facts and choose not to believe? I hope the gospel message this morning helps to answer that question.

1 Intro At school nowadays us teachers get more than our share of abuse for the pupils. Most of it goes over my head, but now and again something minor gets through, and it hurts. Last week I heard some of the pupils talking, and I was meant to listen, and what they were saying was, “Stop ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Episcopal

Where You Fit Depends On Where He Fits Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 2, 2019

This is the 23rd sermon in a series from the Gospel of John. In this sermon we look at the claims that Jesus has made concerning Himself, and the different reactions He has gotten concerning those claims.

Where you fit, depends on where HE fits (John pt. 23) Text: John 7:14 – 52 We’re working our way through John’s Gospel, for some time now… and just to re-cap for you what we looked at last week, we talked about how Jesus had been rejected by the multitudes, and how His own brothers came against ...read more

Scripture: John 7:14-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

James: The Apostle Of Passion Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 2, 2018

While a lack of passion leads to spiritual complacency, the wrong kind of passion leads to unholy acts! Today’s sermon is going to focus on the life of Apostle James who learned firsthand that passion is only good when aligned with the will of Christ!

James: The Apostle of Passion Luke 9:51-56, Matthew 20:20-28 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Do you have passion to serve the Lord? You know the kind of passion that is so strong that you cannot and will not contain your desire to serve God no matter what the cost! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56, Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 17 - The Power Of A Praying Church Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 8, 2023

There is not telling as to the extraordinary outcomes when the church comes together to pray. The only way we can assure in a revival, and the powerful move of the Holy Spirit is through prayer.

We read in Acts 4:31, “When they finished praying, the place where they were meeting was shaken. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to proclaim God's message with boldness.”(GNB) As the believers in the early church met together for prayer there was a mighty manifestation of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31, Acts 4:24-31, Acts 4:5-6, 1 Kings 18:39, 1 Kings 19:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Israel War & Prophecy

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 11, 2023

The Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023 with approx. 5,000 missiles and a ground invasion has many Christians asking the question, "Is this war a fulfillment of Bible prophecy?” That's what this message looks at.

THE ISRAEL WAR & PROPHECY Rev. 12:1-5,13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR The Sunday School teacher asked her class of small boys how Solomon happened to be so wise. One little boy said, "That’s because he had so many wives to advise him." ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Wicked Husbandmen: Working The Fields While The Master Is Away Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 22, 2022

We’ve talked a great deal about stewardship, and using our gifts for God. That’s vital to understand. Your giftings are entrusted to you by God. And you must make use of them for his glory.

"Once, a man said, "If I had some extra money, I'd give it to God, but I have just enough to support myself and my family." And the same man said, "If I had some extra time, I'd give it to God, but every minute is taken up with my job, my family, my clubs, and what have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-45

Denomination: Salvation Army

Stephen The Martyr Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 6, 2023

We need to be led by the Spirit and not resist his leading.

STEPHEN THE MARTYR Text: Acts 7:51-60 Introduction 1. Illustration: The author, Antonio Socci, claims the untold story of the 20th century is the murder of 45 million Christians, mostly at the hands of communist and Islamic regimes, and that massacres continue to this day. Drawing heavily from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Methodist

Comforting The Hurt Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 8, 2023

God wants to comfort and bring peace to his hurting people and a hurting world through the work of the Messiah, Jesus.

Comforting The Hurt- Peace Jeffery Anselmi / General Comfort and Joy / Hurt; Peace; Comfort / Luke 2:14; Isaiah 40:1–5 God wants to comfort and bring peace to his hurting people and a hurting world through the work of the Messiah, Jesus. INTRODUCTION • Here we are, in the middle of the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Simeon: A Lesson In Waiting & Obedience

Contributed by Tj Long Jr on Jan 1, 2024

Simeon and Anna are faithfully waiting but without the obedience of Joseph and Mary, the promises of God would've been delayed. We must be diligent as disciple-makers because to bring people the good news, to bring Jesus to them.

Christmas is over and now we have 358 days until Christmas 2024. If I was a child I’d be a little depressed about having to wait so long Christmas to come back around again. As I was growing up there were many things I felt like I waited on; a girl to like me, for me to be taller, for me to get my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:20-44

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Women In The Bible Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 9, 2022

When God created the female, she was designed to be a completer, Gen. 2:18-25. Together with her husband, they became one flesh, or a complete person.

When God created the female, she was designed to be a completer, Gen. 2:18-25. Together with her husband, they became one flesh or a complete person. Eve was created to furnish that which was lacking in Adam. Adam filled out what was lacking in Eve. Men and women still fill those vital roles to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Galatians 3:28