Sermons on Josephson Institute:

Handling Anger Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 17, 2021

When you feel anger, behave yourself, admit your sin, and depend on Christ.

For weeks, a couple had been arguing about buying a vehicle. He wanted a truck. She wanted a fast little sports car so she could zip through traffic around town. He would have been satisfied with any old, beat-up old truck, but everything she wanted was way out of their price range. “Look!” she ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:6-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

1 Peter (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Nov 27, 2021

A living Hope, and a sure salvation; encouragement in trials; grace is in every chapter; Peter was in a Roman prison

(Notes from Marilyn Hickey Ministries and footnotes from biblegateway.com) 1 Peter (ON THIS ROCK (FAITH) THE CHURCH IS BUILT), an apostle (SENT FOLLOWER) of Jesus Christ (WAS SIMON, 50x in NEW TESTAMENT, MINISTERED TO JEWS) To those who reside as aliens, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Our Commitments To Marriage Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 7, 2017

Series on Marriage.

Celebrating Marriage #101 -- Pt 3 Introduction: What makes a successful marriage? There is no more lovely, friendly and charming relationship, communion or company than a good marriage. Martin Luther It was the only ambition I ever had - not to be a dancer or Hollywood movie star, but to be a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Commissioned With Authority Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 13, 2017

Do you have authority against the forces of this world?

“I Am Commissioned with Authority” Series: Identity: Becoming Who We Are June 4, 2017 – Brad Bailey Intro Let me ask you to consider this question: Do you have authority against the forces of this world? That is the question we dare ask as we continue our focus this season in identity… on how God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-4, Luke 10:8-9, Luke 10:17-21, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Makings Of A Good Dad

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 19, 2017

For Mother's Day my sermon was, "The Makings of A Good Mom" so it's only fitting that I do the same for Father's Day. Quote: "It only takes a minute to be a father but it takes a lifetime to be a dad." What are some things that make a good dad?

THE MAKINGS OF A GOOD DAD Contrast between TV dads of the 50's and those of today. Back then Dad was portrayed as the leader, the guider; he was admired. Today, dads are portrayed as inept, clueless and irresponsible. Modern-day TV oftentimes portrays the dad as being more like an additional ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11, 1 Timothy 5:8, Ephesians 6:4, Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Happy Hanukah Marv Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 10, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 10: 22 – 42

John 10: 22 – 42 Happy Hanukah Marv 22 Now it was the Feast of Dedication in Jerusalem, and it was winter. 23 And Jesus walked in the temple, in Solomon’s porch. 24 Then the Jews surrounded Him and said to Him, “How long do You keep us in doubt? If You are the Christ, tell us plainly.” 25 Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-42

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Coronavirus, What To Do Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 18, 2021

When pestilence is sent as a chastisement for the disobedience of God’s people and/or because national rulers refuse to surrender to God’s guidance, there are Biblical solutions to be lived out so we may enjoy God’s forgiveness and intervention.

Coronavirus, What to Do Pt. 3 The Church’s Litmus Test and Exhortations God is always dealing with the different heart issues of sinful mankind through afflictions, punishments, trials, conflicts and consequences of wrong choices. Any born-again theologian interpreting the whole of Scripture ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16, 2 Corinthians 13:5-6, Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Brothers - So Different Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Have you witnessed two brothers or sisters, who were so different in their personality, you wondered, “How could these two people come from the genetic pool?” Today, I want you to see two brothers who were very different from each other.

When we consider famous brothers… … some famous brothers come to mind… 1) Wilbur and Orville Wright ushered in the era of flight; 2) The Brothers Grimm, Wilhelm and Jacob, popularized fairy tales such as “Snow White,” “Cinderella,” and “Sleeping Beauty”; 3) Outlaws Frank and Jesse James; 4) The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:17-18, Genesis 38:14, Genesis 38:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Did God Create Humans Male And Female - And Non-Binary Or Trans-Gender?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 26, 2021

The subjective ever-changing cultural mores continue to creep into the church to replace the Bible as the final and absolute authority in the life of the Born-Again Christian.

The mother of a high school student told me that a few kids in the youth group said they were non-binary (also known as ENBY or NB) and were questioning the Bible about its two sexual gender emphasis. That disturbed me deep in my spirit which led to this message. I started ministry decades ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Galatians 3:23-29, Proverbs 2:1-6, Ephesians 5:23-33, Colossians 3:5-11, Romans 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Litmus Test Of Spiritual Well-Beng

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Mar 5, 2022

Using the analogy of a litmus test, this sermon juxtaposes the traits of arrogance over against the traits that reflect the DNA of love. It explores the inclusion of 1 Corinthians 13 sandwiched between chapters 12 and 14.

“Litmus test” is a process used to determine the nature of something. In the 14th century scientists discovered that litmus, a mixture of colored organic compounds obtained from lichen, turns red in acid solutions and blue in alkaline solutions and, thus, can be used as an acid-base indicator. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-3, 1 John 4:7-10, Matthew 22:36, John 1:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ezekiel Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 8, 2022

After the fall of Jerusalem and his period of silence, Ezekiel now addressed himself more pointedly to the exiles. He sought to direct their hopes for the restoration of their nation. His theme changed from the harsh judgment of God to the promise of the future.

OUTLINE Introduction Hebrew prophet Alternate titles: Ezechiel, Ye?ezqel, Ezekiel Ezekiel, also spelled Ezechiel, Hebrew Ye?ezqel, (flourished 6th century BC), prophet-priest of ancient Israel and the subject and in part, the author of an Old Testament book that bears his name. Flourished: c.600 ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:26

Denomination: Baptist

The Passover And Good Friday

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Mar 8, 2022

Passover is a Jewish festival celebrating the exodus from Egypt and the Israelites’ freedom from slavery to the Egyptians. The Feast of Passover, along with the Feast of Unleavened Bread, was the first of the festivals to be commanded by God for Israel to observe (see Exodus 12).

Passover and Good Friday. Exodus 12: 1-51u We take so much for granted. We walk outside and experience the world around us, often without any thought of its majesty and grandeur. We see the night sky, the trees, the ocean, the mountains, any of which is immense enough to overwhelm us as we try ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-51

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Role Of The Church In The 21st Century

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Sep 12, 2020

A sermon that highlights 4 key Roles of the Church especially in uncertain times.

To have a proper understanding and appreciation of the role of the church in the 21st century, we must begin by defining the church and the 21st century. What is the Church? 1 Corinthians 12:13 tells us that ‘for by one Spirit we were all baptised into one body – whether Jews or Greeks, whether ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23, 1 Samuel 17:32-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

Building A Joyful Life

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 28, 2019

This sermon is part of our discipleship series where we look at building up the House of God within us. Today we are looking at building up a joyful, or joy-filled life, from the imprisonment of Paul and Silas in Philippi.

Building God’s House “Building a Joyful Life” Acts 16:16-40 You can listen to this sermon at https://mega.nz/#!3dtiECzJ!Ts9z_AMtZvfgM7m9veVtEbT5n9YKmwHKHWTCFepqjts Whenever it comes to this topic of finding joy in the midst of life’s difficult circumstances, which is why we need to build up God’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Denomination: Foursquare

Resiliency Rooted In Hope

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Aug 1, 2019

So many people feel more alone and alienated than ever before. In this sermon I discuss the grace of Christ which enables hope in the midst of struggle, and the practical tools necessary to build resilience in the face of hardship.

A RIDE THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS This weekend, as my family and I headed back through the mountains from District Assembly in Denver, we happened to pass a bike race with athletes peddling through the steep twists and turns leading to Wolf Creek Pass and I couldn’t help but marvel at the determination ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene