Sermons on Involvement:

New Life Church Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 12, 2015

What does the perfect church look like?

New Life Church Colossians 3:12-17 If you and I were building the perfect church what would it look like? Would it carry the name Baptist or would that even matter? Would it be involved in missions? Would it be debt free? Would it have a dynamic Children or youth program? Would it only sing ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Should Luck, Fortunate, Or Chance, Be Included In A Christian's Vocabulary? Series

Contributed by Dennis King on Jun 28, 2016

Should the word(s) luck, fortunate, or chance, be they good or bad, be included in a Christian's vocabulary? Or do the facts that God is all knowing and in sovereign control of our lives and of everything in our world negate their use entirely?

Should Luck, Fortune, or Chance, Be Included in a Christian's Vocabulary? Should the words luck, fortune, or chance, be they good or bad, be included in a Christian's vocabulary? Or do to the fact that God is all knowing and in sovereign control of our lives and of everything in our world ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11, Genesis 30:11, Proverbs 17:8, Isaiah 65:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Primacy Of Preaching Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 20, 2014

A sermon examining the importance of preaching the Gospel.

THE PRIMACY OF PREACHING Mark 1:35-39 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday Morning November 17th, 2024) I am so excited that we finally get to begin our journey together. There is so much about Antioch that I do not know. However, I have learned that one of the greatest aspects of a new ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

I Don't Need Church!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 7, 2015

What is the church? Is it necessary for a Christian to be connected to a local church if at all possible? What are the functions and benefits of the church? Why does the Lord think so highly of the Church if we don't?

We often say that context in reading Scripture is everything. But, getting the right verse is pretty important as well. At a wedding one of those involved was supposed to read 1 John 4:18 NASB which says, “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

The Family Tree

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 1, 2016

A look at some of the people in Jesus' Family Tree.

The Family Tree Matthew 1:1-17 November 27, 2016 Have you ever tried to look up your family tree? We tried to do that. My cousin spent hours trying to determine where my dad’s side of the family was from. She couldn’t get very far. We believe even though our last name is Deutsch, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Should Christians Be Fighting A Culture War?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

Have you ever heard the phrase "the culture war?" It's a blanket phrase that describes the various cultural "conflicts" between perhaps more conservative and more liberal beliefs in real world society.

Have you ever heard the phrase "the culture war?" It's a blanket phrase that describes the various cultural "conflicts" between perhaps more conservative and more liberal beliefs in real world society. Images come to mind of the the battle over Christmas, yard signs that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:21, 2 Kings 23:14, Daniel 6:24-28, Daniel 1:12, 2 Kings 23:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

No Cowards In Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

Heaven is for heroes only, so there will be no cowards in heaven. All cowards will be cast into the lake of fire which is the second and final death. They played it safe and took no risks for Christ, and like all safety first people, they end up as total failures.

On January 18, 1912 Captain Robert F. Scott and four companions at last reached the South Pole only to discover that they had been beaten by another explorer named Amundsen. It was a terrible disappointment, for they had gone through unbelievable hardships to get there. The return journey was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:7-8

Choosing God’s Love

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

THIS IS THE FIRST IN A SERIES OF ESSENTIAL CHOICES WE MUST MAKE CONCERNING GOD. BEFORE WE CAN DO ANYTHING ELSE WE MUST CHOOSE TO ACCEPT HIS GIFT OF LOVE AND SALVATION. ALL OTHER CHOICES WE MUST MAKE CONCERNING GOD ARE ADDED TO THIS ONE.

CHOOSING GOD’S LOVE JOHN 3:16-18 TODAY I WANT TO BEGIN A SERIES OF MESSAGES ON THE CHOICES WE ARE CALLED TO MAKE IN LIFE. EVERY DAY WE ARE CALLED UPON TO MAKE HUNDREDS OF CHOICES. SOME OF THESE MAY BE MINOR IN NATURE, SUCH AS WHAT WE CHOOSE TO WEAR, OR WHAT WE HAVE FOR BREAKFAST. OTHER CHOICES ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 43: Subversive Preaching Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 27, 2018

How to subvert a popular theological misconception.

Lesson Goal In this lesson I hope to teach you how to subvert a popular notion. Lesson Intro The sermon on the mount (Matthew 5-7) is subversive, but wise in avoiding hot political issues. Many preachers around the world get themselves into political trouble by trying to subvert the legally ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Life Right: No Rules, Just Right Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 18, 2020

The Old Testament is not a book of rules, but a guide to WHO God is, WHAT righteousness is, and HOW to bring righteousness into our lives. Jesus fulfills the law, but affirms its continuing relevance.

Getting Life Right: NO RULES. JUST RIGHT. Matthew 5:17-20 Some years ago, Outback Steakhouse had an advertising slogan: “No Rules. Just Right.” The slogan conveyed a relaxed attitude, symbolized by the lack of a set closing time posted on the door, and leaving no customer request unfulfilled. NO ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

'rock-Solid Promise: Satisfaction.'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 26, 2021

'Rock-Solid Promise: Satisfaction'. John chapter 6 verses 25-40. sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Question #1: Satisfy our curiosity? (vs 25) Question #2: How can we satisfy/please God (vs 28)? Question #3: Will you satisfy our eyes by showing us a miracle? (vs 30b) Question #4: Will you keep on satisfying us with food?? (vs 34) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Wherever you go in the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40

Denomination: Brethren

Our Father Series

Contributed by Darian Catron on Jun 14, 2019

Fathers today are seen as little more than another child for the wife to take of. We have lowered the expectation of dads to an all time low. But dads, fathers are so very needed.

INTRODUCTION: How important are a father’s words of wisdom? How valuable is a father's presence in the lives of his children? How necessary is a father's influence as compared to his income or him providing for his family? How many of you remember the old song “Cat’s in the cradle”? ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-27, Hebrews 12:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flee Baby Flee Guardrails Part 3

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 14, 2018

This sermon is a continuation of the Guardrails Series we adapted from Andy Stanley's series. This message deals with the need for us to not only run from sexual temptation but to understand God's purpose in giving us the gift of sex.

Flee Baby Flee Genesis 2:19-25 I Corinthians 6:12-20 We are in our 3rd message on guardrails. Guardrails are a system designed to keep vehicles from straying into dangerous or off limit areas. Guardrails are designed to cause a limited amount of damage now, to prevent major damage or loss of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:19-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Godly Commitment Needed

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 20, 2017

This sermon is about making those commitments that are going to matter for all eternity. It deals with three major commitments we're asked to make entailing our will, finances, and agendas. It also talks about the barriers we set up to prevent commitment.

A Godly Commitment Needed Joshua 24:15 In 1519 Spanish explorer Cortez landed at Vera Cruz to begin his conquest of Mexico with only 700 men. Legend has it that before they set off into Mexico’s interior Cortez ordered the ships to be burned while his men watched their only means of retreat sink ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Foursquare

Transformed By Community Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 25, 2017

As we segue from community to worship and the importance of worship

Transformed Romans 12:1-8 February 5, 2017 For the past 4 weeks we’ve been talking about community. We know it’s important, but we often struggle with community. We get confused about how to cultivate real relationships, we struggle once we’re in them, and sometimes when 2 or 3 are gathered, we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist