Sermons on Invitations:

God's Mercy For The Outsider

Contributed by Jaco Bester on Feb 13, 2013

A reflection on the non-discriminatory mercy of God

GOD’S MERCY FOR THE ‘OUTSIDER’... ISAIAH 56:1-8; MATTHEW 15:21-28; ROMANS 11:25-36 Introduction: The story is told of two university students who got into a bit of a debate about the existence of God... The one student was a fervent atheist and eventually blurted out in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Is Coming Back Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 14, 2018

Final message in our exposition of Revelation emphasizing Jesus' soon return.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Jesus Is Coming Soon” Rev 22:6-21 I. Prologue II. Messages to the churches III. Last days IV. Epilogue John finishes the book with some assurances and some final instructions concerning the book. Tom Constable observes three basic features of the epilogue. Three ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Unanswered Question

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 5, 2019

A study in the book of Esther 5: 1 – 14

Esther 5: 1 – 14 The unanswered question 1 Now it happened on the third day that Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner court of the king’s palace, across from the king’s house, while the king sat on his royal throne in the royal house, facing the entrance of the house. 2 So it was, ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:5

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Christmas Without Grace Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 21, 2014

Grace is evident throughout the Christmas story, what would Christmas look like without grace?

A Christmas without Grace If you think of Grace at all at Christmas it probably relates to the short prayer that you will say over the dead bird at Christmas Dinner and you probably wouldn’t necessarily think of Amazing Grace as a Christmas song but you can’t really celebrate the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Does The Church Do? Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Oct 21, 2003

The world today sees the church as powerless and irrelevant in our culture and the reason is due in great part because of our failure to live life differently than the world around us.

In the play, My Fair Lady, Eliza is being courted by Freddy, who writes to her daily of his love for her. Eliza’s response to his notes is to cry out in frustration: Words! Words! I’m so sick of words!... Don’t talk of stars Burning above, If you’re in love, Show me! Don’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-5, Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Making Sure Of Your Election

Contributed by Billy Cox on Nov 4, 2002

As we approach election day we need to be concerned about a far more important election than the one determining the government of our country.

I was coming home from San Antonio Tuesday night and called my brother to see if he would like to meet me for coffee. He said no, he was on his way to the capital. He asked “when else in my lifetime will I get to see someone either accept or concede the Presidency of the United States?” So I met ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 6 - Jesus Calls His First Disciples Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007

A look at Jesus calling His Disciples.

The Commission Part 6 –Jesus Calls First Disciples Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus’ Ministry † Jesus was Baptized, receiving the Holy Spirit † Jesus was tempted, and led by His Spirit, not His ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Bible Church

Part 7 - Jesus Calls Simon Peter Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007

A closer look at the calling of one of the Disciples, Simon Peter.

The Commission Part 6 –Jesus Calls First Disciples Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus’ Ministry † Jesus was Baptized, receiving the Holy Spirit † Jesus was tempted, and led by His Spirit, not His ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Bible Church

The Fave Four Fisherman

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 27, 2007

This sermon asks the question "Does Jesus have a Fave Network?"

Someone once said “When Fisherman don’t fish, they fight”. In the eye of the storm Max Lucado tells of a trip where only he and his dad went fishing. First kept in the camper by the rain, the next morning frozen in by the ice. (1) “They tried to be cheerful! "No problem," they said. "We can play ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Living In The Mission Field

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 22, 2014

America is no longer “culturally Christian”, thus we are living in a mission field.

Living in the Mission Field Acts 17:30-31 Introduction: Today is Our Celebration of Missions Sunday Latin: Missio - one sent off (same root as missile); has come to be associated with those who seek to take the Gospel to different cultures. America is no longer “culturally Christian” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:30-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Merry-Go-Round Of Short-Sighted Spirituality Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 3, 2011

AS WE CONTINUE IN OUR STUDY OF HOSEA WE COME TO CHAPTER 5. THIS CHAPTER IN ITS ENTIRETY SEEKS TO EDUCATE US TO SOME OF THE DYNAMICS INVOLVED IN OUR LIVES, BOTH PERSONALLY, AND THROUGH DIVINE INTERVENTION THAT HAPPEN AS WE CONTINUE TO LIVE A SHALLOW RELAT

THE MERRY-GO-ROUND OF SHORT-SIGHTED SPIRITUALITY HOSEA 5:1-15 INTRODUCTION: AS WE CONTINUE IN OUR STUDY OF HOSEA WE COME TO CHAPTER 5. THIS CHAPTER IN ITS ENTIRETY SEEKS TO EDUCATE US TO SOME OF THE DYNAMICS INVOLVED IN OUR LIVES, BOTH PERSONALLY, AND THROUGH DIVINE INTERVENTION THAT HAPPEN AS WE ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessings That Come From Spending Time With God

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 21, 2018

This sermon looks at Boaz in the Book of Ruth as type of Christ as he visits his Ruth as a type of believer and the great privilege and blessings that intimacy gives us.

THE INVITATION TO INTIMACY Ruth 2:14-16 Now Boaz said to her at mealtime, "Come here, and eat of the bread, and dip your piece of bread in the vinegar." So she sat beside the reapers, and he passed parched grain to her; and she ate and was satisfied, and kept some back. 15And when she rose up to ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Fools To Evangelists Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 21, 2023

In regards to our faith, we must take head knowledge and make it heart knowledge. We must live what we believe. The road to Emmaus helps us to avoid be foolish and slow of heart in order to live and share our faith.

THE JOY OF THE EASTER STORY IS, ABOVE ALL ELSE, WHEN JESUS AROSE FROM THE DEAD. IN ADDITION TO THAT TRIUMPHANT VICTORY, JESUS MADE APPEARANCES NOT ONLY TO THE REMAINING DISCIPLES, BUT, ACCORDING TO 1 CORINTHIANS 15:6, TO 500 OTHER BELIEVERS WHO WITNESSED HIM ALL AT THE SAME TIME. TUCKED IN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, 1 Corinthians 15:6, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Free Methodist

Jesus, The Light Of The World PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 30, 2023

This sermon aims to explore the profound truths in John 8, highlighting Jesus as the Light of the World who reveals and condemns sin, not to shame us, but to guide us towards repentance and transformation.

Good morning, family in Christ! Let's dive into some rich and enlightening truths from the Word of God today. We're going to be exploring John 8, where Jesus boldly declares Himself as the Light of the World. Let's consider the contrast between Jesus and religion, which often gets murky in today's ...read more

Topics: Contrast, Jesus, Religion

Enriched Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 25, 2003

First in a series on 1 Corinthians focusing on the spiritual position of the believers in spite of their practice.

Chico Alliance Church September 15, 2002 Pastor David Welch “Enriched” I Corinthians 1:1-9 Introduction to the Book BACKGROUND OF CORINTH--THE CITY Major trade center Entertainment center Two types of games--Olympian/Isthmian. Isthmian held in Corinth. Cosmopolitan population--Greeks, Roman ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance