Sermons on jefferson: showing 556-570 of 1,185

A Common Approach To The Bible That Yields Terrible Results

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 11, 2013

At look at what happens when we come to the Bible with a preconceived agenda.

[Drama: Having a big cardboard jigsaw puzzle, with a piece missing. The piece that fits is “sacrifice.” But what you want to fit is “comfort.” So they tear away at “comfort” a little to make the piece “fit” into the puzzle.] A COMMON APPROACH TO ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-64

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Keep Secrets? Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

God keeps secrets

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY PEOPLE KEEP SECRETS? 1. To surprise. 2. To shield us from disappointments. 3. To keep us from danger. 4. Because we are not ready. 5. To keep us from temptation; “curiosity kills the cat.” 6. To preserve their relationship. 7. Because they love us. B. GOD KEEPS ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

"Keep Me Walkin"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 30, 2017

The sermon shares with us that we find freedom when we keep walkin with the Lord. Paul believes we find freedom when we walk in the spirit.

“Keep Me Walk-in” Galatians 5:13-25 We hold these truths to be self-evident,” wrote Thomas Jefferson, “that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable (impossible to take away or give up) Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-25

Denomination: Methodist

Nobody Likes To Be Corrected Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jun 28, 2019

God corrects those He loves. It's difficult to read the news and see events in the world today without seeing God's hand in some of the tragedies around us-calling us to repentance and change and restoration. This is a brief meditation on Proverbs 3:11-12

(written October 2018) Proverbs 3 11 do not reject the correction of the GOD, my son, nor get sick of His punishment. 12 Because the person GOD loves, He judges, just as a father does his favourite son. Correction Nobody likes to be corrected. One hundred years ago today, the fighting of World ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:11-12

Denomination: *other

Galatians Overview Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022

Freedom comes from God’s grace, not man’s rules of order

This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-26, Galatians 6:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You Know? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 10, 2018

The Christian possesses knowledge that is not available to outsiders. Therefore, followers of the Christ must encourage their hearts that they know Christ, that they are secure in Him and they are to honour Him.

“We know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true; and we are in him who is true, in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. Little children, keep yourselves from idols.” [1] “The trouble with world is not that people ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Defending The 10 Commandments

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Mar 4, 2005

Sadly Christianity has lost ground over the last 40 years! Why? The main reason…the 10 commandments have been aggressively attacked in America and reduced this country to a moronic and miniscule mindset of morals!

“Defending The 10 Commandments” Exodus 20:1-17 Proverbs 4:7 “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom. Notices that it says get “wisdom” and not “knowledge”. I believe that the application of knowledge by way of Biblical wisdom is paramount for the believer in today’s world! We live ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

O Brother, Where Art Thou In Civil Government

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 4, 2012

Within the last 50 years there has been a straight jacket/muzzle placed upon the Christian Community & pulpits when it comes to her being involved in the civil arena (from the outside but often from the within our own ranks).

O Brother, Where Art Thou in Civil Government (Inspired by David Barton’s book, The Role of Pastors & Christians in Civil Government) July 1, 2012 * FBC Chester, IL * Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Within the last 50 years there has been a straight jacket/muzzle placed upon the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Decision Time Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 6, 2009

Have you ever made a dumb decision? David certainly did, and we have too. But now is the time for us to commit to do the right thing. This is our decision time.

Summer Psalms #6 - Decision Time Psalm 34:1-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - July 1, 2009 *Have you ever made a dumb decision? I’ve made plenty of them, more than I want to know. During the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, three-star General Russel Honoré called it “getting ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Lewis And Clark: Where The Map Ends The Adventure Begins! Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 20, 2009

Hebrews 11 provides principles for living and ministering in a fast-changing world!

LESSONS FROM THE WILD WEST! LEWIS AND CLARK: WHERE THE MAP ENDS THE ADVENTURE BEGINS Hebrews 11:1-10 INTRO We are in a series called “Lessons from the Wild West.” Two weeks ago we looked at: “Buffalo Bill Cody” (10:1-15) and saw that he, just like the disciples of Jesus, was a common ordinary ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Islam's Secret Invasion Of America Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 20, 2012

As we study the (harlot riding the beast) end time false religion controlled government know that Islamists are saying (we’re buying) they have the right to practice this religion in the U.S.

Exposing Satan’s End Time Terror - Islam’s Secret Invasion of American Society Chester First Baptist Church Dr. Mike Fogerson April 22 2012 A As we study the (harlot riding the beast) end time false religion controlled government know that Islamists are saying (we’re buying) ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

We Believe In Creation Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Civil rights come from the Bible’s creation account where God creates people in the image of God. If you don’t believe in the image of God, where do human rights come from?

We continue a series of messages entitled Creed: 9 Essentials to the Christian Faith. We are exploring the beliefs that form the theological center of Christianity. It is a series devoted to the discovery of what you believe and why it matters. Each of these beliefs serves as lynchpins to the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

Salt And Light Or Decay And Darkness

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 2, 2021

We are salt and light, let it happen!

Salt and Light OR Decay and Darkness Matthew 5:13-16 (ESV) 13 “You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet. 14 “You are the light of the world. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Passion For Patriotism

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Jan 9, 2001

A Sermon for Independence Day

I. The Prince of Patriotism A. The Lion of Judah 1. Text: Revelation 5:1-14 2. This Lamb of God will become the Lion of Judah B. Jesus Typifies Patriotism 1. The word ‘patriot,’ being defined means “Someone who loves and defends his country.” 2. Wouldn’t you say Jesus loved and defended His ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

The Making Of A Memory

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 13, 2003

Lets make history together.

THE MAKING OF A MEMORY JOSHUA 4:4-7 Ill: Bob, good man with a bad memory. He meets up with a friend he hasn’t seen in years. He greets his friend Bill saying, “Remember what a bad memory I had? Well I and my wife went to this seminar and now I have a great memory.” Bill says to him “Really ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ