Sermons on Human Effort:

About The Savior Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 25, 2016

A doctrinal study of the Savior.

Series -- "Does It Matter What You Believe?" Luke 1:1 Forasmuch as many have taken in hand to set forth in order a declaration of those things which are most surely believed among us, KJV "About the Savior" John 1:1-14 John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Near The Cross — Far From The Blood Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 27, 2016

The greatest shock may be in this picture of Calvary is that you might see your face in that crowd… your attitude, your experience with the cross, your activity around that cross but lacking any true meaning.

INTRO: 1. In the past few weeks in our series "Encountering the Cross" we have again and again revisted the tramatic, devestating events that Jesus endured for us surrounding the Cross. a. But, although the scene was gruesome, the atmospherearound the foot of the cross is far from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:33-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sanctity Of Life 2014

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014

A Sanctity of Life sermon that offers answers to endorse and attitudes to embrace. Powerpoint and video files available.

The Sanctity of Life Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/26/14 • Video: Life Good morning. For a long time I’ve been saying that Blooming Grove is more than a church; it’s family. As such we rejoice whenever someone new is added to the family. And whether ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5

Denomination: Christian Church

Powerful Delusions

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 26, 2015

Delusion becomes all who do not fully embrace the truths of God's word. These people are intrigued with political leaders who have a worldly social agenda that embraces humanistic views.

Election Years - Powerful Delusions 2 Thessalonians warns of a time when "The man of lawlessness [we be] revealed." (2 Thessalonians 2:3) The Apostle Paul tells us "...the secret power of lawlessness is already at work..." (2 Thessalonians 2:7) This is happening because "...all the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus On Trial: The Sentence Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2016

This messages examines the claim of Jesus to be the Son of God that resulted in the sentence of death.

Scripture Five years ago I began what I planned to be a seven-year series of messages. It is based on the book by James Montgomery Boice and Philip Graham Ryken that is titled, Jesus on Trial. My goal is to teach on seven important aspects of the trial of Jesus Christ: the diabolical conspiracy to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Security Of The Believer (Pt. 1)

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on May 7, 2018

If we live as God intends and Jesus taught, our security—conditional or unconditional—is in the hands of our Savior.

One of the things we were taught at Evangelical is that preachers must not avoid difficult subjects or passages: those sincere believers may disagree on. In the next two weeks we consider such a subject. We ask God’s guidance and grace as we seek to understand. The doctrine of unconditional ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Other

The Senses Make Sense

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 2, 2018

What is and who are the true church of Jesus?

The Senses Make Sense 1 John 1:1-4 As this is the Easter season, we take time to reflect on the core of our Christian faith. We might ask the question: “What makes one a Christian? Is a Christian someone who admires the teaching of Jesus, and thinks if we would apply some of these teachings, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Jesus Becoming A Man? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 4, 2019

What is the main reason for Jesus becoming a human being?

Let us continue to worship our God by listening to His Word given about 2000 years ago in a Letter to Hebrews who became Believers of Jesus Christ. Please open your Bibles to Hebrews Chapter 2….. We noted last week from the first part of Hebrews 2 that every Christian must stand firm with the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Life Is Like A Story

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

This is probably the oldest Psalm in the Bible, and was composed by Moses during the 40 years wandering of the children of Israel in the wilderness. There is so much spiritual profit in meditating this Psalm but, at the moment, fix your attention on v.9.

Intro: This is probably the oldest Psalm in the Bible, and was composed by Moses during the 40 years wandering of the children of Israel in the wilderness. There is so much spiritual profit in meditating this Psalm but, at the moment, fix your attention on v.9. We see that life is likened to a tale ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:9-10, Psalm 90:9-12

Denomination: *other

Your New Life Part 2 Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Dec 12, 2010

Paul outlines what he expects as evidenve of a regenerated life in Christ.

INTRO: Tonight we conclude our series on Romans 1. The mega-theme: Because of sin the whole human race (Jews and non-Jews) need to be put right with God—Through Jesus Christ 2. Everyone are sinners – believers and non-believer – no difference between them 3. God has made a way ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Answers To Life’s Top Five Questions

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

In our passage Jesus answers five of life’s most important questions. The answers of Jesus to these questions are of profound value so much so that if we accept and believe them our life here on earth and in eternity will be greatly affected! Yes, the Lor

Intro: In our passage Jesus answers five of life’s most important questions like: What is the purpose of life? Am I valuable? Who is my provider? Who controls my destiny? What am I responsible for? The answers of Jesus to these questions are of profound value so much so that if we accept and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: *other

Creation, Sin, And More Sin The Trouble With It All Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 23, 2016

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Trouble With It All Genesis 2:4-3:22 David Taylor January 24, 2016

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Trouble With It All Genesis 2:4-3:22 David Taylor January 24, 2016 No matter where one looks, we see that there is something terribly wrong with the world. Nations seek to dominate Nations. We read daily about death, murder, and violence. Our children tell us ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Creation, Sin, And More Sin Building Towers Of Futility Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 23, 2016

Creation, Sin, and More Sin Building Towers of Futility Genesis 11:1-9 David Taylor February 14, 2016

Creation, Sin, and More Sin Building Towers of Futility Genesis 11:1-9 David Taylor February 14, 2016 Intro: story The Tower of Babel incident occurs about one hundred thirty years after the flood. The whole world is described as unified, having the same language. Rebelling against God, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Creation, Sin, And More Sin Building Towers Of Futility Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 23, 2016

Creation, Sin, and More Sin Building Towers of Futility Genesis 11:1-9 David Taylor February 14, 2016

Creation, Sin, and More Sin Building Towers of Futility Genesis 11:1-9 David Taylor February 14, 2016 Intro: story The Tower of Babel incident occurs about one hundred thirty years after the flood. The whole world is described as unified, having the same language. Rebelling against God, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Well, A Woman And Living Water” Series

Contributed by John Newton on Mar 5, 2023

There is a lot to learn from Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman by the well

Just outside the city of Nablus on the Palestinian West Bank is the village of Balata. In the late 1980s and early 1990s it was the site of the major rioting that is now infamously known as the First Intifada. All told, that violence led to the deaths of more than a thousand people. Perhaps less ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Episcopal