Sermons on Instructive:

Unity Series

Contributed by Joe Tilton on May 9, 2013

Are we to be separated by denomination or in unity as Christians?

A drunk staggers into a Catholic Church, enters a confessional booth, sits down, but says nothing. The Priest coughs a few times to get his attention, but the drunk continues to sit there. Finally, the priest pounds three times on the wall. The drunk mumbles “Ain’t no use ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: *other

Preach The Word Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 31, 2011

Studies in the book of Titus. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info).

SERMON OUTLINE: Background information: • The recipient: Titus • The date: a.d.63-64. • The Letter’s Purpose: vs 5 Essential information: • (1). The call to serve (vs 1a) • (2). The call to live Godly lives (vs 1b) • (3). The call to live hopeful lives (vs 2) • (4). The call to uphold the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Brethren

Christ, Our Passover

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on May 6, 2009

The Passover is a red-letter day in Jewish history but for the Christian a wonderful type of Christ, the Passover Lamb - a Perfect Offering, a Scrificial Death, an Individual Protection and must be Applied Personally.

CHRIST, OUR PASSOVER Some dates or events stick in the mind because of the historical association it has, to us or our community: like the day when the Second World War was declared. They are special because of their uniqueness and importance, whether good or otherwise. Festivals are celebrated ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Essentials Of True Christian Living Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 16, 2012

Paul wanted to lay out some basic essential for living the Christian life

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: October 6, 2012 Date Preached: October 7, 2012 Church: Oak Park BC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: A Series In Romans Title: The Essentials of True Christian Living Text: Romans 12:9-13 ETS: Paul gave the church in Rome the essentials for True Christian ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Elbow Test Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 31, 2009

We may test our spiritual maturity by assessing who Jesus is for us, whether we live with a sense of victory, and whose opinions matter to us.

During our stay in England, we visited my wife’s cousin and his wife, who have a nine-month-old baby son. One night they needed to go out for a while on an errand, so they asked us if we would take care of the baby for a couple of hours. Of course we were delighted with the chance to do so, since ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Role And Responsibility Of Husbands Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 18, 2018

55th message from Ephesians continuing a discussion of the role of Husbands.

“Healthy Relationships” The Role and Responsibility of Husbands Part 2 Ephesians 5:22-33 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 E. Live ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Changing Wardrobe Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

37th in a series from Ephesians addressing a change in behavior for those who embrace Christ.

“Changing Wardrobe” Ephesians 4:31 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 1. Speak truth not falsehood 4:25 2. Be angry without sinning 4:26-27 ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Serving As Good Soldiers Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 9, 2021

Thankfully Jesus lives, and we are his people. There is no one else.

Recently I went to see the movie Darkest Hour with my dad at the theaters. A stunning film, and for Christmas this year I got a DVD copy of Dunkirk. Both of these stories revolve around the decisions and speeches of the great leader Winston Churchill during the dark days of World War II. A few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40

Denomination: Salvation Army

Transformation At The Jordan

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 2, 2025

The Jordan River that was overflowing miraculously parted for the Israelites, in that same River Jordan Naaman was healed of his leprosy, and Jesus was baptized in the same river. Miracles will happen in our lives when we too can trust God fully, and obey His Word implicitly.

Today’s meditation is based on Joshua 3:13, “When the priests who carry the Covenant Box of the LORD of all the earth put their feet in the water, the Jordan will stop flowing, and the water coming downstream will pile up in one place." (GNB) These are the words that Joshua received from God ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:13, 2 Kings 5:8-11, 2 Kings 5:13-14, Acts 2:38, Matthew 3:13, Matthew 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

God Is Blessing Me Inspite Of Myself

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 25, 2000

Encourages the Beliver to trust in God relizing that he (the Beliver) is a sinner.

“God is Blessing Me, Inspite of Myself” Psalms 67:7 God shall bless us; and all the ends of the earth shall fear him. Every Christian should say; “God is Blessing Me, Inspite of Myself”, My Desires are Evil (Riches) Genesis 6:5 And God saw that the wickedness of man was great in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 67:7

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through 1 Timothy Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to 1 Timothy

1 TIMOTHY – Counsel INTRODUCTION: 1 Timothy was the 11th Epistle written by Paul. It was written between Paul’s two Roman imprisonments, as he traveled on his 4th Missionary Journey. After stopping in Ephesus, Paul traveled on to Philippi; but requested Timothy to stay in Ephesus for further ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Calm Heart Series

Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Mar 24, 2002

How to develop a calm heart in the midst of chaos

A Calm Heart John 13:53-14:7 JESUS WAS MAKING PREPARATION TO LEAVE THIS WORLD. WHEN HE BEGAN TO EXPLAIN To HIS DISCIPLES WHAT WOULD TAKE PLACE, THEY BEGAN TO GROW VERY CONCERNED AND WORRIED ABOUT IT ALL. NOTE: v33, "...WHITHER I GO, YE CANNOT COME..." IN v36 PETER ASKED FOR MORE DETAILS. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Men Of Worship

Contributed by Timothy Brewington Ii on Sep 1, 2003

Men are to be worship leaders in the home, in the church, and the community. The elders must teach the young men to be worshipers in Spirit and in Truth. It is time for men to stand up and worship.

In a wide since worship is all that relates to the Christian life, everything inour life should be an act of worship, in the since that worship is everything that brings glory to God. Worship is the activity of glorifying God in His presence with our voices and hearts. When we worship, we are ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:1-2, 2 Chronicles 29:27-30

Denomination: Apostolic

Be Strong And Courageous

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 4, 2003

Assuming leadership roles can often be tough. It requires being strong & courageous. This sermon shares Biblical advice as to how we can be strong & courageous.

BE STRONG & COURAGEOUS JOSHUA 1:1-18 Joshua is an unevious position. Can you imagine having to fill the shoes of Moses ? Taking the place of a man...who could speak to God through a burning bush...cast down his rod, and have it turn into a snake, and then retrieve it, and find it a rod again. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18, Deuteronomy 31:6

Denomination: Baptist

Lazy Listening Leads To Being Lost

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 28, 2002

Hebrews 5:11-6:12 form the third warning section of this masterful message. Hear and heed and hold on! You don’t even want to think about turning away.

Lazy Listening Leads to Lostness Hebrews 5:11-6:9 Hebrews emphasizes hearing the word over and over. First he tells us that God has spoken his final word through Jesus his Son. Then he tells us that we must pay more careful attention to what we have heard. Next he says, today if you hear his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14, Hebrews 6:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ