Sermons on Hold On Traditions:

Combating A New Kind Of Atheism Series

Contributed by Dr. Joel Perttula on Aug 13, 2020

Whereas traditional Atheism denies the existence of God, Christian Atheism accepts that there is a God but rejects the supernatural claims of Jesus. Navigating this reality takes wisdom, patience, and a commitment to clarifying the truth.

WELCOME Good Morning! Welcome to church! Whether you are listening online or you’re here in person; we’re glad you’ve connected with us! SERIES RECAP If you are visiting or this is your first time listening, we are in a series called Talking Faith. It’s a series about apologetics; learning how ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-11, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Does God Hate Sinners?, And A Look At The Ancient Principles Of Biblical Writing - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 23, 2025

Most religions teach, along with the Bible, that God hates and despises the iniquity of sin and holds every individual responsible for their sin

Part 1 INTRODUCTION It is the amazing and profound love of God that is the most powerful force in the Cosmos and the reason people exist. The Bible declares that God is love and is infinitely loving and just (1 John 4:8-10). It is because of His love He must deal with sin, which is the breaking ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:29, Matthew 5:43-45, Luke 11:11-13, Romans 2:5-9, 1 Corinthians 1:25, Hebrews 6:4-6, Colossians 3:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping It Together

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 20, 2025

In a divided world, Christ—not agreement or control—holds the church together as peace, creating unity without uniformity through grace, love.

Two old men were sitting outside a seniors’ home enjoying the sunshine. One turned to the other and said, “Slim, I’m 83 years old and I’m just full of aches and pains. You’re about my age. How do you feel?” Slim said, “I feel just like a newborn baby.” “Really? Like a newborn baby?” “Yep. No ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-19, Colossians 1:19-20

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Martyr’s Cry Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 22, 2010

Anything old is seen as negative, traditions that once served as a backbone of stability are discarded as hindrances, leadership positions are going to innovators and rebels and the voice of time tested truth is exchanged for the noise of cultural demand.

Dakota Community Church Church History Sunday - 1 August 22, 2010 The Martyrs Cry Introduction Today we will start the first of a series of messages that will be spaced out, Lord willing, over the next few years approximately once every three to four months. My goal in creating “Church History ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:8-11

Denomination: Mennonite

Facing Our Fear Of Death Series

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Feb 10, 2003

This sermon looks at how death holds many captive by fear and how we can overcome that fear.

A number of years ago I was driving to school in our little Saturn vehicle we used to own and it was one of those cold cloudy rainy days. The roads were wet and the fog was pretty thick that morning. I was on the road that goes from Myrick to Ellisville and in my hand I help a cup of coffee. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Rod Of God

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jan 9, 2002

We hold in our hands those things which God can use to advance His kingdom.

The Rod of God Exodus 4:1-12 1 Moses answered, "What if they do not believe me or listen to me and say, ’The LORD did not appear to you’?" 2 Then the LORD said to him, "What is that in your hand?" "A staff," he replied. 3 The LORD said, "Throw it on the ground." Moses threw it on the ground and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-12, Exodus 17:8-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Believe In Healing

Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 19, 2003

God’s word declares the reality of divine healing. Some people hold extreme views of the doctrine.

TITLE: I BELIEVE IN HEALING I came across an article in Christianity today called A SURGEONS VIEW OF DIVINE HEALING The Doctor who wrote the article had some important things to say, but I believe he represented an extreme view of God and his activity in the world today. – In that article the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:26, Psalm 103:2-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Temptation Island Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Jan 6, 2004

Learning to say no in the face of temptation and learning to keep Satan from getting a foot hold in our lives

Temptation Island James 1:12-15 Introduction (Hand out Hawaiian leis when people come in) Watching TV one night a commercial came on for a new type of game show while showing an exotic island the announcer says: “6 couples put true love to the ultimate test on Temptation Island.” I thought to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Demonstrating A Love For Christ

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Jan 18, 2004

An exegetical study of Christ’s reinstatement of Peter as told by John, focusing on the lessons it holds for us today.

Demonstrating A Love for Christ Scripture Ref: John 21:15-22 Additional References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible Barnes’ Notes on the New Testament 1. Introduction a. We love to sing the hymn, “Oh, How I Love Jesus”; but how much do you ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-22

Go! What Are You Waiting For? Go!

Contributed by Juan Lane on May 6, 2005

We need to find what is holding us from doing the will of God. Move it out of the way and then GO!

GO! What are you waiting for? GO! Scripture Reference: Matthew 28:19 (KJV) Matthew 28:19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Part I Matthew 8:28-32 (KJV) Matthew 8:28 And when he was come to the other side ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgiveness

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jul 14, 2001

Forgiveness is a foundational principle to Christian living yet one of the very things that holds many in bondage today.

Forgiveness  Forgiveness is a foundational principle to Christian living yet one of the very things that holds many in bondage today.  Most are fine with the principle of forgiveness but never truly execute its full meaning in their life.  The absence of forgiveness in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-35, Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Perfect Storm

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 17, 2002

When Storms beat against the boat of your life whaat do you have to hold to?

THE PERFECT STORM Place: Allendale Baptist Date: October, 14,2001 Read Mark 4:35-41 Introduction October 1991 a fishing boat named the Andrea Gail sailed from a New England port to fish for swordfish. On their return, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean they faced a hurricane named Grace. Waves ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Deep Freeze And The Quick Thaw

Contributed by George Casady on Mar 18, 2002

With the bold promises of science and technology will we still believe that Jesus Christ alone holds the power of resurrection.

The Deep Freeze and the Quick Thaw Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies, and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?” John 11:25-26 Do you believe in Jesus’ resurrection power? There are many folks ...read more

Scripture: John 11:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Complications: The Need For A Meandering Church Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 6, 2008

The church must hold true to the fundamentals of the faith, but she needs to constantly adapt, meander, and reinvent herself.

Complications: The Need for A Meandering Church (Acts 5:12-18) 1. Bernard Goldstein tells this story: One of my pet peeves as a musician in a symphony orchestra is trying to follow the unpredictable beat of famous guest conductors. I didn’t realize how strongly the rest of the musicians felt until ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Have Ye Not Read? Series

Contributed by David Moore on Oct 31, 2008

This sermon challenges Christians to read their Bibles, showing how the Lord will hold us to account by His Word

Introduction: This evening I want to begin a little series that I have labeled “A Series of Queries.” It is really a brief look at some of the questions Jesus posed to His hearers throughout His earthly ministry. It was not unusual for Jesus to answer a question with a question, and this He did not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist