Sermons on Hostile Environment:

Living With Those We Disagree

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Sep 11, 2017

When we live in community with those that are different then us we show a little taste of heaven to those around us.

The Others: Living With Those We Disagree Text: Ephesians 2:11-22 Bottom Line: When we live in community with those that are different then us we show a little taste of heaven to those around us. Intro Good morning Real Life, my name is Curtis and I’m the Connections Director here. And it’s great ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Far Above PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2025

Christ unites us into a new family, breaking down barriers and calling us to live as peacemakers who embody his grace and belonging.

Friends, if your heart feels a little frayed at the edges today, you’re in good company. The week has been loud. Headlines tug at our attention, to-do lists steal our sleep, and relationships can feel like tightropes over troubled waters. Still, underneath the noise, our souls whisper a simple ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:15

Topics: Living Above, Abundant Life

Brought Near From Afar Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

13th in the series dealing with our having been brought near to God from alienation through the work of Christ.

“Brought Near from Afar” Eph 2:11-22 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 1. Specially Chosen 1:4 2. Purposefully Adopted 1:5-6 3. Freely Redeemed and Forgiven 1:7-8a 4. Spiritually Enlightened 1:8b-10 5. Surely Deemed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

If The World Hates You!

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 25, 2023

Jesus said, if the world hated Me, keep in mind it hate Me first! While not everyone faces physical violence, born again believers, who are not part of this world, can expect to be persecuted for Christ's name sake.

If the World Hates You John 15:18-25 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Over 2,000 years ago the world received one of the best gifts ever given to humanity, a Babe lying in a manger! Despite lacking the “beauty of majesty to attract us to Him” (Isaiah 53:2), having no ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Living Water Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 4, 2003

A sermon on John 4 about the living water that Jesus Christ gives to every believer. (Adapted from MaClaren’s Expositions of Holy Scripture)

Sermon for 3/2/2003 The Living Water John 4:10-14 Introduction: A. "Cool Water" - Sons of the Pioneers "All day I face the barren waste Without the taste of water, cool water. Old Dan and I with throats burned dry And souls that cry for water, cool, clear, water." B. Water is essential for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:10-14, John 7:37-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reverse - Pt. 2 - Setting Up A Reverse Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 26, 2011

Taken down. Shoulders on the mat. No way of escape seems available. Could it be that God is setting up reverse instead?

Reverse Part 2 – Setting Up a Reverse I. Introduction As I mentioned to you last week I wrestled for several years. Here is the pictorial proof for you entertainment. Tim offered to let me borrow Jake’s singlet to wear while I preach. That didn’t take much thought to turn down! Wrestling is ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Value Of Community Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 1, 2024

No man is an island. We need each other and we are not designed to be alone in our walk with the Lord.

Life Choice Series The value of Community Hebrews 10:23-25 Good Morning everyone, we are glad you have joined with us today and pray the Lord speaks into a specific area of your life today. There is an old saying by John Dunn “No man is an island” it comes from the 1600’s and means that people ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Quench That Thirst Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 10, 2018

Jesus is the answer for every thirst and desire that we have

Quench That Thirst CCCAG June 10th, 2018 Scripture- Highlighting John 7:32-39 Gatorade Thirst Quencher commercials Anyone remember that commercial? Here is some of the history of that drink How many people here have been to the deep south, like Alabama or Florida in August or September? It’s ...read more

Scripture: John 7:32-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Beyond Blessed - No Help

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 11, 2024

Jesus makes it possible for us to live beyond blessed. His interaction with the lame man in the pool teaches us how to get to that level of living!

Beyond Blessed No Help I. Introduction It was a day that rattled the entertainment industry and many fans. On October 28, 2023, Matthew Perry, who was best known for his role in Friends as the character Chandler, was found unresponsive in his hot tub and was pronounced dead at 4:17pm at the age of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, John 5:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 15, 2003

Another in the series on Christ from Isaiah 9:6.

Prince of Peace Sunday, December 30, 2001 Just before Christmas Paul Harvey told the story of a father whose son had gone off to fight for the union army during the American civil war. After months of camp fever, his son finally saw battle and was seriously wounded. News of his son’s wound came ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians 3: The Mystery Of Christ

Contributed by David Smith on Dec 21, 2006

Father Dave’s sermon on the multicoloured wisdom of God and mystery of Christ. Let us not forget what we are called to be...

"In reading this, then, you will be able to understand my insight into the mystery of Christ, which was not made known to men in other generations as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to God’s holy apostles and prophets. This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are heirs together ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:4-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Mystery Of Christ (Ephesians 3)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 18, 2007

Paul preaches the Mystery of Christ. To many of us it seems to have remained a mystery! ...

"In reading this, then, you will be able to understand my insight into the mystery of Christ, which was not made known to men in other generations as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to God’s holy apostles and prophets. This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are heirs together ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

We're Broken So We Need Fixin Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on May 10, 2001

I deal with the fact that we are not inherently good but sinners in need of "Someone" to fix us.

Tonight we are going to talk about another reason why some people are not interested in the God of the Bible. The second element of any worldview is the way it explains the human dilemma. Why is there war and suffering, disease and death? "Why?" This one word question has been the motivation ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:20, Romans 7:25

Denomination: Baptist

God Doesn't Accept Excuses

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 1, 2003

3 Reasons from the genalogy of Jesus, why God won’t accept our excuses.

GOD DOESN’T ACCEPT EXCUSES ** Erika’s testimony My friends, it doesn’t matter what your background is like, it doesn’t matter what mistakes you’ve made; God will forgive and can help you, so He doesn’t accept excuses. Each one of the Gospels was written by a different writer, for a different ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Before The Rocks Cry Out

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Jun 6, 2003

This message was first preached on Palm Sunday, 1995, and a stone was used during the message on which the following words were written: “Keep Praising The Lord, and I’ll Stay Quiet”.

This message was first preached on Palm Sunday, 1995, and a stone was used during the message on which the following words were written: “Keep Praising The Lord, and I’ll Stay Quiet”. Luke 19:28-40 This portion of scripture gives the beautiful account of the triumphal entry of Christ into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:39-40, Luke 19:40

Denomination: Assembly Of God