Sermons on Honesty Is Sidelined:

The Beneficial Effects Of Persecution 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Persecution has a way of accomplishing God’s greater purposes despite outward evidences. Luke wrote, "At that time a great persecution arose against the church which was at Jerusalem and they were all scattered throughout the regions·" (Acts 8:1) Discorda

1. Persecution has a way of accomplishing God’s greater purposes despite outward evidences. Luke wrote, "At that time a great persecution arose against the church which was at Jerusalem and they were all scattered throughout the regions·" (Acts 8:1) Discordant factors have a way of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Give A Defense For Your Hope

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 10, 2013

We're supposed to be prepared to give a defense for the hope that is within us. But how are we to go about that? Using Paul's defense in Acts 26 we'll lay the ground work for sharing your hope with others.

In Acts 26:1-23, the apostle Paul is standing before King Agrippa and makes a compelling defense for the hope that was in him (Acts 26:1 ESV, 21:6; 1 Peter 3:15). As we read his defense (or sermon if you will,) we’ll learn some valuable tips that will help us all in presenting a defense for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-23, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: *other

The Maniac, The Miracle And The Mission

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 29, 2011

The power of Jesus to change lives

“The MANIAC, The MIRACLE AND The MISSION” Mark 5:1-20 Scripture Reading (18-20) What is a friend? A British publication once offered a prize for the best definition of a friend. Among the thousands of answers received were the following: "One who multiplies joys, divides grief, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Makes A Good Church Member?

Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Feb 23, 2013

This sermon was used on a Membership Sunday.

What Makes a Good Church Member? Acts 2:46,47 And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, 47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Kingdom Of Heaven

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 22, 2011

Sermon for the 6th Sunday after Pentecost. How parables reveal the nature of God's kingdom.

Matthew 13: 31 – 33, 44 – 52 / The Kingdom of Heaven Intro: I want you to pretend for just a moment that I am your own magic genie. But, I’m a very frugal genie and instead of giving you three wishes like most genies do, I’m only going to give you one wish. If you were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You A Godly Father

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 17, 2009

A brief look into the role of the Father as God planned it to be.

Are You a Godly Father? Proverbs 4:1-14 Intro Billy Graham said, “A good father is one of the most unsung, un-praised, and unnoticed, yet one of the most valuable assets in our society.” God intended for fathers to do more than “bring home the bacon.” From a biblical standpoint, the father is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Holy?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Oct 17, 2020

Many misunderstand what Holy is.

For many American evangelicals, "holiness" conjures up musty images of revival meetings, gospel trios, and old-time religion—along with stern prohibitions against drinking, dancing, and playing cards. And many are happy to leave these notions of holiness in the past. Yet even in our era ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:15-18, Isaiah 11:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Preachin' To Meddlin' Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019

We’ve all heard those words (title) haven’t we? Paul discusses some practical applications of Christian living. He talks about holy living.

From Preachin’ to Meddlin’ Ephesians 4:25-5:2 Introduction: We’ve all heard those words (title) haven’t we? Paul discusses some practical applications of Christian living. He talks about holy living. Speaking of holy living let me say two things. 1. It Is Impossible Without Transformation: ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Third Sunday Of Lent, Year A--“Worn 5 Times By Mistake.”

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 19, 2020

This woman faced her dragons. She is no longer hiding out.

An ad in the local newspaper read: “For sale, sleeveless wedding dress, white, size 8, veil included. Worn once, by mistake.” That woman of Samaria could have said “worn 5 times by mistake.” Her marriages could have been because of economic and social reasons rather than for lustful ones, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus, Mary & Martha Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Apr 4, 2017

We are continuing in the series "Conversational Evangelism". Today we will examine the relationship that Jesus had with Mary & Martha. This message is designed to help us fall a little deeper in love with Jesus!

Jesus, Mary & Martha Lakewood | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | 4-2-2017 Luke 7:36-50; John 11:1-2 Run Video of the Alabaster Box (6:12) Sometimes ministers like to get “real deep” in different meanings of stories such as these but I’m a practical life application preacher and today I want us to just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:36-50

Denomination: Church Of God

Kingdom And Chaos

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jan 10, 2019

1st Samuel opens with contrasting narratives - the corrupt religious leaders who are taking advantage of people and a faithful family who is serving God.

Kingdom and Chaos 1st Samuel 1 – Hannah and Samuel January 13, 2019 1st Samuel opens with contrasting narratives – the corrupt religious leaders who are taking advantage of people and a faithful family who is serving God. Elkanah is faithful. Eli and his sons are corrupt. The Kingdom is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:3, 1 Samuel 1:10-11, 1 Samuel 1:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers In Backsliding

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 11, 2018

This message deals with the real issue of backsliding.

I. "O ISRAEL, RETURN UNTO THE LORD THY GOD; FOR THOU HAST FALLEN BY THINE INIQUITY . . . I WILL HEAL THY BACKSLIDING, I WILL LOVE THEM FREELY" – HOSEA 14:1-9 A. How tender and gracious is the Lord: 1. To His backsliding people - "I will love them freely" is the divine assurance 2. "Return thou ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:28, Luke 15:18, Jeremiah 3:12, Jeremiah 2:32-35, Matthew 23:25-28, Jeremiah 5:22, John 15:1-11, Jeremiah 2:21, 1 John 1:9, Luke 15:21, John 10:4, Jeremiah 2:3, Jeremiah 10:25, Isaiah 49:15, Jeremiah 31:3, Hosea 14:1-9, Jeremiah 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Indulgences: Grace Or Scandal? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 28, 2017

When pious Germans dropped money in Tetzel’s collection plate, they were doing so out of love, or maybe fear, but they were intending to do good.

Thursday of 30th Week in Course All souls day We shall all die, but what then? That is perhaps the key question of human existence. As Christians, we believe that the Father did not abandon us to the effects of original sin, and He does not leave us writhing in our personal sin. Instead, He, with ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Catholic

You Are Not Alone

Contributed by Robert Poole on Mar 2, 2016

Because God is sovereign and omnipotent you are never alone

Psalm 139 Introduction: I. You are Known a. Vs 1-6 b. How well does God know you (omniscience) i. He knows all your activity ii. He knows your every thought iii. He knows your plans, path and direction iv. He knows your personality- Intimately acquainted v. He knows what your about to say c. Know ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Ninth Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 14, 2016

The Ninth Commandment talks about the Witnessing the Truth. Be faithful in your words. Lips should bring life and not destruction.

Ninth Commandment: Thou shall not bear false witness against thy neighbor-Ex 20:16 Introduction:. One poem reads: “Who steals my purse, steals trash, But he who filches from me my good name, Robs me of that which not enriches him, Yet leaves me poor indeed,” Thou shall not bear ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Methodist