Sermons on Jc Ryle:

The Balm Of Gilead

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Oct 16, 2021

There is a balm in Gilead to make the wounded whole. There is a balm in Gilead to heal the sin-sick soul.

The Balm of Gilead Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why then is there no healing for the wound of my people? - Jeremiah 8:22 The Prophet asks a series of questions: Is there no salve, no soothing ointment, no medicine for our souls? Why then is there no healing for the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just Visiting

Contributed by Benjamin Gibbs on Feb 7, 2022

We are Children of God, ambassadors of Christ and Children of the Most High God. we are not from here! and whats more:

John 17:16 They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. 2 Cor 5:20 Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God. We are all citizens our country, but did you know that Christians have dual ...read more

Scripture: John 17:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The End Is Near

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 27, 2019

Christ depicted three coming realities: 1) The Destruction of the Temple (Mark 13:1-2), 2) The Deception of Many (Mark 13:4–6), and finally, 3) The Devastation of the Earth (Mark 13:7–8).

Mark 13:1–8 And as he came out of the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher, what wonderful stones and what wonderful buildings!” 2 And Jesus said to him, “Do you see these great buildings? There will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down.” 3 And as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Other

Nehemiah A Man Of Action

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Sep 6, 2006

This sermon is a call from the life and practice of Nehemiah to be men and women of God.

Nehemiah a man of prayer and action. His name means “Yahweh has comforted” Background. The book of Nehemiah takes us back to 445-432 BC. Nehemiah was probably born in exile and had never visited his homeland of Judah. Jerusalem was over 1000 miles away. 140 years previous Jerusalem was ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

New Beginnings

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

When God asked Abraham to become His follower He was asking him to make a great sacrifice. Abraham was going to have to forfeit the inheritance that was his. He was going to have to leave his people and go to an unfamiliar place (Genesis 12:2-3).

New Beginnings Genesis 12:1-9 Howard Hendricks relates how the mentoring of one of his teachers’ impacted his life. “By the fifth grade, I was bearing all the fruit of a kid who feels insecure, unloved, and pretty angry at life. In other words, I was tearing the place apart. However, my teacher ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

God's Protection Through Prayer Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 23, 2011

After we pray for God to be lifted up and glorified, and that we will obey Him, then Jesus instructs us to ask Him for our daily needs, our daily forgiveness, and finally that we would avoid falling into sin as we go through trials and that we would be sa

"God, please don't let me be a failure!" Purpose: To alarm believers about the danger Satan poses. Aim: I want the listener to humbly seek God's protection. INTRODUCTION: After we pray for God to be lifted up and glorified, and that we will obey Him, then Jesus instructs us to ask Him for our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Christmas Agenda

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

Wise men have one life pursuit: to worship the Savior.

A Christmas Agenda Matthew 2:1-12 Intro: What do we really know about the wise men? Not much when you examine the scripture. Where did they come from? We know they came from the east and they came from a long way away, but we don’t really know where they came from. Some say they may have come from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Inn, The Incarnation And The Invitation (Based On Luke 2:1-20) Series

Contributed by Timothy Cox on Jan 11, 2014

Preached 24th December 2013 at the Midnight Communion. Debunks Christmas and re-focuses on the incarnation of Jesus, what that meant to the shepherds and means to us.

***The following conventions have been used in this sermon, which may assist delivery: Capitals indicate Bold Text, parts bracketed between forward slashes indicate italics, it may also be helpful to skip who wrote or defined what*** Five minutes into the film /Love Actually/ (1) a little girl ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

Preservation And Perseverance

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 11, 2013

Christ presents two great truths regarding the relationship of the Shepherd – Christ, and the sheep – the born-again child of God. Preservation and perseverance. One is performed by God alone, the other by the believer with the aid of the Holy Spirit.

Preservation and Perseverance John 10:27-30 Jesus said He is the Great Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep. He knows them and calls them by name. The sheep He spoke of are those who have received His grace by hearing and responding to His call by yielding their lives to Him and following ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-30, John 10:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

When Grace Condemns Condemnation Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Feb 20, 2008

God’s mercy rescues the greatest sinners.

Scripture Introduction Our text this morning engenders unique debate which would take hours to explain adequately all the issues involved. Since I preach only once per week, for about 30 minutes, I must strictly limit my comments. When God inspired men to write the Bible, their handwritten ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Original Nic At Night Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 18, 2008

God provides a new birth for those who recognize their first one did not fit them for heaven.

Introduction Sermon #6 in a Series on the Gospel of John Someone once asked a young woman, “What is the difference between my religion and yours?” She responded, “They are actually quite close. In fact, only two letters separate our beliefs. Your religion is spelled, ‘D-O; DO.’ Mine is spelled: ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Good Wine – God's Glory Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

God’s good gifts insist that we believe in an overflowing joy and contentment found in the presence of the Messiah.

Introduction While attending seminary, I served as director of a college and career ministry. Seminary is the academic, the educational side of training. It is the study of the Bible, of the doctrines of the Christian faith, of the history of the church, of the relationship between Christianity ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wisdom Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 8, 2006

The wisdom of Christmas is following Christ.

The Wisdom of Christmas Text: Matt. 2:1-12 Introduction 1. SUPPOSE IT HAD BEEN WISE WOMEN INSTEAD OF WISE MEN? I read this humors account of the Wise Men (obviously written by a woman): If it had been ‘Wise Women’ instead of ‘Wise Men’, they would have asked directions, arrived on time, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Nic At Nite

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 10, 2012

Sermon on the difference between a do and a done salvation experience.

“Nic at Nite” John 3:1-11 John 3:1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To Eternal Glory Part V Series

Contributed by David Scudder on May 16, 2010

“Are we there yet?” These familiar words usually come from bored back seat travelers during a long car trip. Unlike a long trip to grandma’s house, a Christian’s trip to heaven comes with a list of guarantees. We may encounter some hard things along the w

Part V Revelation 22:18-21 Purpose: To contrast the save and the lost. Aim: I want the listener to dread God's wrath and love Jesus Christ. INTRODUCTION: "Are we there yet?" These familiar words usually come from bored back seat travelers during a long car trip. Sometimes the trip gets so long ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:18-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible