Sermons on Jack Strite:

Heaven Can't Wait Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 30, 2016

Heaven is a wonderful promise. But there are those who think it will be boring and tedious. They're wrong - but do you know why?

OPEN: This is the last in our 9 part sermon series from Revelation. A lot of preachers won’t preach through the whole book of Revelation (it me took me 30 years to believe I could do it) because they feel it is a confusing book - and they fear they’ll get things wrong and mess something ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gift That Keeps On Giving Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 4, 2015

The gift of "giving" is perhaps closest to God's heart. What is it about this gift that makes it so special, and how can we know if we have this particular gift?

OPEN: One preacher told of the time he found himself in a situation where he truly needed to announce publicly what he was giving to a special church offering. “This wasn’t for the purpose of boastfulness, for I was only giving $25, although, at that time, that was significant to me. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If I Lead Will Anyone Follow? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 11, 2015

Every church needs to be led. How does someone with the gift of leadership lead the church the way God wants them to? How can leaders avoid hurting God's church? And how can a leader be sure they're leading the church the way they should?

OPEN: I once talked with a friend of mine who told about the new preacher his congregation had hired. In the type of church my friend attends they have “pastors” who are placed in the position of running the church. And my friend was talking about the great respect he had for his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Illogical Demand Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 13, 2016

I thought God hated child sacrifice? What is God doing asking Abraham to sacrifice his only son?

OPEN: I read the true story of a woman who told of the time she was teaching the toddler-age Sunday school class. Part of the reason she taught there was that her daughter was in that class. During one lesson on creation she was trying to make the concept as understandable as possible, so she ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Base Of Operations - Capernaum Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 14, 2016

Although Jerusalem was the center of worship for Israel, Capernaum was the center of Jesus' ministry. This 4th of my talks on my trip to Israel focuses on the contrast between what Jesus did in Jerusalem and what He did in Capernaum for His 1st two yrs

(Opened with a video of me singing “Amazing Grace” at St. Anne Cathedral in Jerusalem) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3adHtDj6tA4 What we’re going to do tonight is visit two cities in Israel – Jerusalem and Capernaum. What you just saw was my singing “Amazing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral For A Tragic Death

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 14, 2016

A Memorial Service I spoke at for a young man who died tragically at the age of 21

(James died of an overdose of drugs at the age of 21. The family asked for a memorial service at the church building and more than 60 people arrived to show their respect). I can’t tell you how moved I am that so many of you have come to show their love and respect for James and his family. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44, John 11:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Christianity Reasonable? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 17, 2014

The question of whether Christianity is reasonable all depends on what answer you're looking for. What answers does the world seek and what is it about the answer the cross gives that is better than what many folks want?

OPEN: I once read about a dishonest manager who was wanting to hire someone for his accounting department who thought like he did. He ended up with 3 applicants for the job and he proceeded to interview them the next day. The first applicant came in and sat at the desk and he and the manager ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Word To The Wise On Fearing God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 5, 2013

Fear God? Seriously? I thought that was "so" Old Testament. But 18 times Proverbs repeats the theme that wise people will "fear the LORD". Can fearing God actually be a good thing?

OPEN: A policeman was walking his beat. I don’t know if he was writing a ticket or watching a suspicious individual, but he was distracted enough that he barely felt the tug on his coat. He turned, and there stood a little girl. “Can I help you?” the policeman asked her. “My mommy told me that if ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Word To The Wise On How To Treat Your Momma Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 12, 2013

A godly woman is worthy of honor and respect, but Proverbs recognizes that some kids don't do that. Why should a child honor their parent and how can they do it as a Christian ought to?

As I was in the foyer this morning I saw Jim and Iris. And I said to Jim “Happy Mother’s Day”, to which he replied “I guess it really doesn’t apply to me. I’m not a mother.” Then he paused and said “Well, I guess you could say I’m the reason ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facebook Freedom Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 1, 2012

Jesus said He came to set us free from sin. But do we all sin? If I’m free from sin, does that mean I’m not in slavery? And, if I’m free from sin, does that mean I’ll come to a point in my life when I never sin again?

OPEN: As Americans we enjoy a number of basic freedoms that very few people on the face of the earth enjoy. What I’d like to do now is ask you what freedoms you know that we have as Americans? (The audience responded with a number of liberties we have) Of course many of us knew of our freedom to ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Infecting Your Facebook Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 8, 2012

Viruses infect PCs (Personal Computers), and sins infect PLs (our Personal Lives). Facebook has become one place where we can see certain viruses/sins infect the language and attitudes of those who use that site.

OPEN: A few yrs ago, a computer specialist by the name of Didier Stevens came up with a humorous ad campaign he placed on Google (a popular internet site). The Ad read in this way: "Is your PC (Personal Computer) virus-free? Get it infected here!" Now for those of you not familiar with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing On The Promises Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 28, 2013

Acts 1 tells about three promises that are better than any other promise found in Scripture. Do you know what those promises are? And do you know why they are so important to us?

OPEN: I’d like you to stand with me as we sing this great Hymn: “Standing on the Promises.” Sing with me: “Standing on the promises that cannot fail When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail, By the living Word of God I shall prevail Standing on the promises of God. (Chorus) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-11, Ephesians 1:13-14, Ephesians 3:16-20, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God, What's Your Name? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 23, 2021

Moses didn't want to go to Egypt. But why would he bring up the issue of what God's name was, and what can God's answer to Moses mean to us?

A woman was trying to cash her husband’s paycheck when she realized that her husband, Mark, hadn’t signed it. So, she sent her four-year-old Chelsea upstairs to ‘get Daddy’s name on the back of the check.’ Her daughter came back, handed it to her mother, and said, “I knew his name so I did it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Miracles For Moses Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 31, 2021

God gave Moses 3 miracles to convince the Israelites God had sent him. But these miracles seem (to me) to be fairly unimpressive - a little like "parlor tricks." Why would God ask Moses to use them to convince the Elders of Israel that God had sent him?

(Sing) “I believe for every drop of rain that falls, a flower grows. I believe that somewhere in the darkest night, a candle glows. I believe for everyone who goes astray, someone will come to show the way. I believe, I believe. I believe above the storm the smallest pray'r will still be heard. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healing The Slow Of Speech Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 7, 2021

Are you shy about sharing your faith? So was Moses. He was "slow of speech." Learn how Moses would conquer that fear.

OPEN: A few years ago a man named Jens Overson was fishing for salmon in Norway’s Gaula River. But he apparently wasn’t ready for the strong current of the river, and was swept swiftly downstream. There was another fisherman named Wilhelmsen who saw him struggling and he knew exactly WHERE the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ