Sermons on Jewish Ritual:

"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

Biblical Fasting

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 24, 2017

Fasting has been misused by mystics and sometimes remained a mystery to many committed Christians. Although opinions are mixed on the issue, I believe we can carve out a Biblical position that, while perhaps incomplete, will lay a good foundation.

Biblical Fasting (Matthew 9: 14-15) 1. This is perhaps the most awful pun you will hear. 2. Mahatma Gandhi went around barefoot quite often, and eventually his soles turned very tough and thick. Of course he also was a devout Hindu. Later in life he also fasted a lot, becoming thin and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Behold The Lamb Of God

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 19, 2019

The significance of the Baptism of Jesus and its relevance to our baptism

Weekend Message/Devotion January 20, 2019 John 1:29-41 Behold the Lamb of God In today’s gospel reading, we find a whole lot to digest. If we are serious about understanding this reading, we will be drawn to a number of readings through the Old and the New Testaments. I hope you will follow ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-41, Genesis 22:7, Revelation 5:11-12, Matthew 3:14-15, John 1:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living, Loving And Leading Like Jesus Through The Four Stages Of Christian Experience

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on May 7, 2021

To fully enjoy the Christian experience, we need to go through a few steps. Let us look at them

Living, Loving and Leading like Jesus through the Four Stages of Christian Experience Psalm 65:4 (NKJV) Blessed is the man You choose, And cause to approach You, That he may dwell in Your courts. We shall be satisfied with the goodness of Your house, Of Your holy temple. We have different types ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:4, John 15:16, John 6:44, 1 John 4:16, Ephesians 3:19, Matthew 20:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Story 26: Down And Up, Not Out Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 15, 2014

The Death and Resurrection of Jesus prove the great power and compassion of God.

1. Symbol of Power Several years ago, Menelik II became emperor of Ethiopia and reigned for 20 years. He was a powerful ruler who transformed his country from a collection of semi-independent states into a united nation. As part of his efforts to modernize his country he ordered 3 electric chairs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Get Trapped Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 21, 2020

There's something out there trying to trap you into making it/them the Lord of your life. Anything or anyone who is not Christ is trying to trap you.

(To hear the sermon please go to my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2066766) Don't Get Trapped Intro: • Better mousetrap. Little bit of peanut butter, irresistible. o An easy meal, easy fulfillment. • What kind of traps do we fall into? o Mystical tools, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:4-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul Changes Bookkeepers

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 3, 2015

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Paul Changes Bookkeepers Philippians 3:1-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/bookkeepers.html v. 7 is the key verse. It's a new kind of accounting. Ch. 1 was about having joy in spite of circumstances - the single mind. God works through it all for the furtherance of the gospel. Ch. 2 was about ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Rethink Religion

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Sep 1, 2021

When we say "religion" what do we really mean?

Rethink Religion Walk in Wisdom / James 1:17–27   • When we say “religion” what do we really mean? • Bible dictionary calls it Religion: “A relationship of devotion or fear of God or gods.” • Various types of conduct or ritual practices are included in that concept. • Those rather scholarly ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-27, 1 John 2:3-6, Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A God Who Hears: The Power Of Prayer And Love In Psalm 116 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 24, 2024

Psalm 116:1-2 is a beautiful expression of the psalmist’s personal experience with God’s love and attentive ear. These verses reflect a deep and intimate relationship with God, filled with gratitude and confidence in God.

A God Who Hears: The Power of Prayer and Love in Psalm 116 Scripture: Psalm 116:1-2 (NLT) Introduction: Today, we will explore Psalm 116:1-2, a beautiful expression of the psalmist’s personal experience with God’s love and attentive ear. These verses reflect a deep and intimate relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-2, 1 John 5:14, Psalm 34:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Is It Necessary To Consecrate Ourselves For Service?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 6, 2024

Too often we put everything toward the church building and programs, and at the same time we are denying the church body.

Previously, David had instructed Solomon about the Temple. Now in this passage of Scripture, the people bring gifts for the Temple. It is feasible for us to be so fixated on a church building that we have disregard of the genuine church, God’s children. Yet, the contrary reaction, ignoring the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Character Study Of Hosea Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Hosea’s life was a living demonstration of God’s love, mercy, and justice. His marriage to Gomer was a painful but powerful message about Israel’s spiritual unfaithfulness and God’s relentless pursuit of His people.

CHARACTER STUDY OF HOSEA – PROPHET WHO MARRIED GOMER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hosea 1:2 "The beginning of the word of the Lord by Hosea. And the Lord said to Hosea, Go, take unto thee a wife of whoredoms and children of whoredoms: for the land hath committed great whoredom, ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2, Hosea 4:1-6, Hosea 6:1-6, Hosea 11:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Redeemed To Worship

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 9, 2025

You were not just saved from something—you were saved for something. That "something" is a life of intimate worship. Worship is the highest calling of the believer and the greatest offering we can return to our Redeemer.

REDEEMED TO WORSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 4:23-24 "But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Misunderstanding Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 28, 2024

This is the 8th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

Series: Social Justice [#8] THE MISUNDERSTANDING OF A NATION Amos 5:18-27 Introduction: In chapters 3-6, Amos was trying to persuade Israel that they were not safe. The Israelites thought that they had a booming economy and a dominant military to protect them; but within 1 generation they were ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Limpiando El Templo

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 28, 2024

Limpiando el templo

Limpiando el templo Escritura: Juan 2:13-25 Reflexión Jesús limpia el templo de Jerusalén, expulsando a los mercaderes y cambistas . Este evento tiene un significado profundo y revela aspectos del carácter y la misión de Jesús. Aquí profundizamos en las ricas ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Other

God And People Of All Faiths

Contributed by Minister Dachi on Sep 29, 2022

This world we live in is a world of religions, beliefs, traditions, customs, methods, languages, regions, languages and folktales!

This world we live in is a world of religions, beliefs, traditions, customs, methods, languages, regions, languages and folktales! This place where we live, this town, this country is not only the world. Human civilization spread across the globe. We live in a world filled with many mixed, mixed ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-12, Romans 2:17-29