Sermons on Jewish Ritual:

"Your Choice: Muhammad Or Jesus?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 10, 2006

Muhammad or Jesus? Remember a choice was once made between Barabbas and Jesus! This is a study in contrast between Islam and Christianity.

A Comparison in Contrast between Mohammad and Jesus… Muhammad: Lived and died. (c 570-632 AD) Jesus: Virgin Birth, lived a sinless life, died, and rose again from the dead. Muhammad: Never mentioned by the OT Prophets. Jesus: The fulfillment of all OT prophecies. Muhammad: Never made a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Easter: He's Alive!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 25, 2010

A short talk (plus a song I wrote in 1987) for the Easter School Assembly at St John's School Billericay, Essex, UK.

Now I don’t want you to think that I’m hooked on the X-Factor; but … I was thinking this morning about the welcome that the singing contestants get when they go back to visit their Secondary school. Stacey Solomon visited King Solomon High School in Ilford, and when she went on a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:52-53

Denomination: Anglican

New Love

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 3, 2007

Love is the key ingredient, and Christ offers us New Love!

New Love Text: John 13:34-35 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. 35 By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” Men and women outside the circle of believers should ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Did They Talk About?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 20, 2014

The sermon shares what Jesus and the woman at the well talked about.

What did they talk about? John 4:1-31 Consider the conversations In todays text. 1. First he talked to his disciples about going to Samaria he said , " I must needs go through Samaria ." • I think he saying I must be on mission for the son of man came to seek and save that which is lost. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-31

Denomination: Methodist

Commissioned Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 17, 2015

God's Kingdom has come. The world has changed and Jesus commissions his disciples to go far and wide to tell others the good news.

Matthew 28:16-20 “Commissioned” INTRODUCTION At the Sunday school that I attended each month we would have a “Missionary Sunday.” Missionaries who were on furlough would come and speak to us about their adventures. I was entranced by their stories. What really amazed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

You, Me, And Jihad

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Dec 23, 2015

Muslims are a people of war. Muslims are a people of peace. Which is it?

You, me, and jihad They’re on my bus every day. I see their moms and dads and grandparents. Loving caring family members who want the very best for their very beautiful children. I’m a school bus driver now. Retired school teacher in Chicagoland. Yes, I see the Muslims every day. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building A Community Of Benai Shalom Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 26, 2015

We aid each other in the effort to build an authentic community of people working together to do God’s will.

Thursday of 26th week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel Last Thursday we heard the words of the prophet Haggai to the returning exiles–rebuild the Temple of the Lord. It would not have the glory of Solomon’s Temple, but it would be a place around which to restructure the worship of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Faith For Show

Contributed by John Ong on Sep 30, 2015

Today’s topic is at the very core of Christianity. It speaks of how we interpret our world as Christians and look beyond what is temporary.

Today’s topic is at the very core of Christianity. It speaks of how we interpret our world as Christians and look beyond what is temporary. As we wake up every morning, and the gears of our brain and heart starts to function, we are solely watched by God and not assessed by those around ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gentleness

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 3, 2013

I must say this, today there is a sadistic and egoistic pleasure in being snobby, overbearing, rude and curt? We have just forgotten to be kind, gentle and pleasant!

Gentleness… Acts 11:2’And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision contended with him…’ It is sad that many are skeptical about fasting! Let us not do fasting as a ritual or a religious custom like many do these days without any change in them. Are you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

A New Temple

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 28, 2013

Solomon’s temple – a place of sacrifice and divine presence

1 Kings 5:1—5, 8:1-13 “A New Temple” INTRODUCTION Today we are focusing our attention on King Solomon, the son of David and one of the kings of Israel’s golden age. Solomon is remembered for several things. He was one of the wealthiest men, if not the wealthiest man, ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Garments Of Revelations Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 13, 2011

The garments of the women of the Apocalypse are signs of the festal garment we are clothed with as we take communion together.

Feast of the Assumption August 15, 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy The vision of the Apocalypse shared in our first reading today is a scene in a great final struggle between good and evil. The ark of the covenant, kept in the tabernacle in the wilderness, and in the Temple of Jerusalem once it was ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

A Blind Man Who Could See

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

This was the last time Jesus would come through the city of Jericho before his death on the cross. One day Jesus will pass by where you are for the last time. What you do with Jesus will determine your destiny.

Intro: This was the last time Jesus would come through the city of Jericho before his death on the cross. One day Jesus will pass by where you are for the last time. What you do with Jesus will determine your destiny. In this story we see the blind man: (1) At the right place; (2) With the right ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: *other

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

We celebrate a 2,000 year old Christian custom as old as Christianity. Jesus gave the church only two ordinances: Baptism and Lord’s Supper. The Lord's Supper originated with Jesus on the eve of His crucifixion. Paul taught truths to help us understand th

Intro: We celebrate a 2,000 year old Christian custom as old as Christianity. Jesus gave the church only two ordinances: Baptism and Lord’s Supper. The Lord's Supper originated with Jesus on the eve of His crucifixion (Matt. 26:26-28). Paul taught truths to help us understand the Lord's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: *other

Seven Keys To A Happy And Blessed Life

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011

The Lord has given us seven keys to unlock doors of blessedness. May we ever realize that God’s blessings are not always in finances and materials but more importantly spiritual!

Intro: There are still people in the world who foolishly rely on weird superstition and rituals supposedly designed to “attract” blessings and happiness. The Bible gives us seven principles and promises to remain truly blessed. The word blessed=happy (Hebrew "asher" and Greek ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-12

Denomination: *other

How Can I Really Get To Know God? Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jun 16, 2008

Whether you made a commitment years ago or have yet to accept Him into your life, there always remains much more to learn about His nature and ways.

How Can I Really Get to Know God? : Hosea 6:6 Introduction: Did you know that God wants to show you more of Himself everyday? Are you seeking after God with all your strength? Does your time with the Lord reenergize you or does it feel more like a ritualistic experience? Repeatedly in Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:6

Denomination: Baptist