Sermons on Introduction To The Book:

Timeless Truths For The Every-Changing Times

Contributed by Don Campbell on Apr 2, 2023

We live in a world of rapid change, much of which is bad. God's word provides believers with stability, which allows them to be a peace because they are living in grace. Paul's introduction to each of is epistles are timeless.

TIMELESS TRUTHS FOR THE EVERY-CHANGING TIMES INTRODUCTION A. We often fail to study and teach the whole Bible! 1. I’m not talking about the Old Testament, although we don’t. 2. I’m not talking about the Book of Revelation, although we don’t. B. I’m talking about the first few verses of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-17, Colossians 1:7, 2 Timothy 1:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 2 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 25, 2020

The first two psalms are often considered to be designed as a pair serving as an introduction to the 150-psalm collection. The first psalm describes the difference between the blessed man and the evil man, and Psalm 2 is about triumph over the forces that oppose the faith.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12, Acts 4:27-28, Hebrews 1:6, Daniel 7:13-14, Psalm 86:15, Psalm 103:8, Psalm 145:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Marriage Work (Pt. 2)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Mar 19, 2004

This sermon completes the principles of marriage found in the book of Ruth. This is principles 5 through 8.

February 29, 2004 Ruth 3:1 – 4:22 “Making marriage work” INTRODUCTION A young couple decided to wed. As the big day approached, they grew apprehensive. Each had a problem they had never before shared with anyone, not even each other. The groom decided to ask his father for advice. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lost But Not Forgotten Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 13, 2025

This is the 1st Sermon from the Book of Ruth Series, "Faithfulness In A Fallen Land".

Series: Faithfulness In A Fallen Land [#1] LOST BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Ruth 1:1-22 Introduction: In a World full of trouble and uncertainty, the story of Ruth shows us how strong faith and God's care can be, even in difficult times. As we start our series on "Faithfulness In A Fallen ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Seeds Of Hope In A Fallen Land Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 13, 2025

This is the 2nd Sermon from the Book of Ruth Series, "Faithfulness In A Fallen Land".

Series: Faithfulness In A Fallen Land [#2] SEEDS OF HOPE IN A FALLEN LAND Ruth 2:1-23 Introduction: Friday before last, I planted my alley garden. I planted some tomato plants, zucchini squash plants, and pepper plants. I should have stopped; but instead, I planted a lot of sunflower seeds. I ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Last Words Before The Big Game

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

Those words have become the classic example of a final challenge designed to inspire a team as they head into the big game. That’s the kind of scene you need to picture as we read the last words of the last book before the Book of Revelation.

Through the New Testament 2006 Last Words Before The Big Game Jude 24-25 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO To him who is able to keep you from falling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy—to the only God our ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

They Will Cease Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 30, 2012

A Bible study on 1 Corinthians 13:8-13 (Material taken from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, "The Holy Spirit: A Biblical Study" chapter 9 and Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, "Power From On High", chapter 11)

HoHum: "It is significant that the gift of tongues is nowhere alluded to, hinted at or even found in the Apostolic Fathers."- Cleon L. Rogers. Why? Because they had been withdrawn! WBTU: Much of the debate about whether miraculous gifts have ceased or are still in operation centers around the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace, Gratitude And Growth

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 12, 2012

Introduction to verse by verse study of Philippians: 1. The first big theme is grace. (vs. 1-2). 2. The second big theme is gratitude. (vs. 3-8). 3. The third big theme is growth. (vs. 9-11).

Grace, Gratitude and Growth Phil 1:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 29, 2012 *Philippians is a tremendous book of the Bible. Here God gives us some great words of comfort. For example in Phil 4 He tells us: 6. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Conflict Within The Spirit World

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 18, 2009

This sermon illustrates from the book of Daniel that a spiritual battleground exists beyond the normal plane of existence.

1In the third year of Cyrus king of Persia a thing was revealed unto Daniel, whose name was called Belteshazzar; and the thing was true, but the time appointed was long: and he understood the thing, and had understanding of the vision. 2In those days I Daniel was mourning three full weeks. 3I ate ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spider And The Web

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on May 30, 2009

It is so very easy to drop your guard and your readiness and give in to the complacency that boredom sometimes offers. I thought how similar we are with the temptations we encounter; often we take no real account of giving in to a little temptation here o

The Spider and the Web Call to Worship Psalm 85:8 8 I will listen to what God the LORD will say; he promises peace to his people, his saints— but let them not return to folly. Key Verse: 1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Between Two Advents (Revelation 20) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 30, 2025

Revelation 20 speaks to Christians living in the “in-between”—after Christ’s first coming but before His return. In the tension of the middle, we find hope: Jesus wins, evil ends, and our future is secure.

Good morning! Please turn in your Bibles to Revelation 20. We come into worship this morning with what may be a once-in-a-lifetime alignment of circumstances, at least as far as a church calendar goes. It’s the first Sunday of Advent, when we begin focusing on Jesus’ coming into the world. It’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Greatest Boast? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 18, 2013

This is the last sermon in the Galatians series. It covers verses 11-18 and then reviews the lessons learned in the whole book.

Introduction: A. Today is Father’s Day, and we want to wish all of the fathers among us a Happy Father’s Day, and we pray that God will bless you with the wisdom, love, and strength needed for blessing your children. B. Let me ask you a question: Have you ever found yourself bragging ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3:16 The Numbers Of Hope

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 18, 2009

This sermon is based on Max Lucado’s book 3:16 The Numbers of Hope. I tried to distill his entire book into one single sermon. Of course, all the credit for this one goes to Max.

John 3:16 by Scott Bayles adapted from Max Lucado First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL Max Lucado just released a new book titled simply 3:16. The entire book focuses in on just one single verse from the Bible--John 3:16. I had the pleasure of reading an advanced copy, sent to Family Christian ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16, John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 15:40-45

Denomination: Christian Church

Worthy Is The Lamb Series

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 4, 2007

The seals are broken by the lamb before the book is opened. Notice the events of the seals are not the ending of time; they are however, the events which proceed toward the end of time. The seals must be opened prior to the opening of the book. The Discip

Revelation 6 Study Guide Hall Street Baptist Church Wednesday Sept 13, 2006 M. Blankenship The seals are broken by the lamb before the book is opened. Notice the events of the seals are not the ending of time; they are however, the events which proceed toward the end of time. The seals must be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of God Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

THE GOSPEL IS A THEME THROUGHOUT PAUL'S WRITINGS AND THE BOOK OF ROMANS. HE BEGINS WITH THIS BEING THE PURPOSE OF HIS LIFE IN ROMANS 1:1. WE EXPLORE WHAT THIS MEANS AS WE BEGIN STUDYING THE BOOK OF ROMANS

Romans 1:1 – Gospel of God 1. Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God, 2. (Which he had promised afore by his prophets in the holy scriptures,) 3. Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God