Sermons on Judaism:

When In Romans…

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 2, 2011

Today I’d like to cover 2 main areas: 1) The setting of Romans so we can better understand what Paul was trying to accomplish when he wrote under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and 2) Paul’s opening words in Romans 1:1-7 as he greets the believers at

When in Romans… Romans 1:1-7 -Today marks the beginning of a new series through the book of Romans. Romans gives us one of the most complete, yet concise presentations of the good news about Jesus (aka “the gospel”) that there is. -There have been many great people who have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Earliest Church And Modern Times Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 18, 2008

The church must adjust to the times and circumstances, but she should never forsake the basics.

The Earliest Church and Modern Times (Acts 2:42-47) 1. Some people just don’t get it. 2. From Reader’s Digest: After booking my 90-year-old mother on a flight from Florida to Nevada, I called the airline to go over her needs. The woman representative listened patiently as I requested a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeker Or Saver? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 18, 2008

Are you a person who resists change or seeks it? Peter and Cornelius were two such people. Learn how God intervened to bring truth and life to each.

There’s a phrase that I really hate, but one that I’ve heard often, “We’ve always done it this way.” Change comes hard to some people, even when presented with a new reality that requires change. They’re the kind that say, “I don’t mind change as long as everything stays the same.” There’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Meet Jethro Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 10, 2006

Happenings on earth are not unknown to God in heaven; God intervenes in His own good time.

Meet Jethro (Exodus 2:15b-25) 1. It can be irritating when someone who is not "in the know" interferes just because he has a title. 2. I have done this more than once over the years, and I try to guard myself. I like to interfere. It is my anti-spiritual gift. 3. One man learned his lesson: A ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:15-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas According To St. Mark

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 26, 2013

Is there really a Christmas Story in the Gospel of Mark? For the Second Sunday in Advent.

Christmas According to St. Mark Mark 1:1-8 St. Matthew has a Christmas story in which Joseph is prominent. St. Luke has a Christmas story. Even John has a Christmas story from a cosmic perspective where the Word became flesh. But is there a Christmas story in Mark? Let us see. From first ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Radical Inclusion"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 1, 2012

A sermon about following the call of the Spirit.

Acts 8:26-40 “Radical Inclusion” Just think for a moment. If you were to give up control of your own plans for even just an hour, where might the Holy Spirit of God send you? (Pause) How many of your “accidental” encounters with other people are really divinely ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: United Methodist

The Concern About Fasting Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 12, 2017

What began as a confrontation regarding the practice of fasting, turned into a lesson regarding the doctrines of salvation. Christ is the only means of salvation. We must come to Him by grace, through faith, in Christ alone.

The Concern about Fasting Mark 2: 18-22 Our text today deals with a passage that is often misunderstood, and even overlooked by many. Some argue the passage is confusing, and they fail to see the great significance it reveals. Actually Jesus revealed great doctrinal truth in this conversation with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

"the Gentile Pentecost"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 7, 2022

What does it mean that God does not show favoritism?

“The Gentile Pentecost” Acts 10:1-11:4 Last week we celebrated Pentecost. It was the Promised Day when God sent the Holy Spirit to come and reside in the hearts of believers. It was the beginning of the Christian Church. But, on the day of Pentecost the only people on whom the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: United Methodist

Discern True Hope Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 6, 2022

We know much about the life of the man from Tarsus who went on to write more than half of our New Testament. As we look into Paul’s life, we will be looking for life truths - lessons that will help us to walk closely to Christ.

Life Truths from the Chief of Sinners DISCERN TRUE HOPE Acts 7:54-8:3 Introduction First message in a series: Life Truths From the Chief of Sinners. 1 Timothy 1:15 NKJV This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Time To Lose Your Religion

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Jul 23, 2021

It is time for us to lose our religion and develop a true relationship with Jesus Christ. This sermon deals with five key points on how to leave religion behind: The Man, The Moon, The Mixup, The Messiah, The Message.

“It’s Time to Lose Your Religion” Scripture Reference: John 3:1-10 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on July 18, 2021 Delivered by John Daniel Johnson www.mountzionfamily.com Introduction Question— Aren’t you glad Jesus loves sinners? Illustration The preacher’s Sunday sermon was on the Sin ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Stifled Grace Series

Contributed by Dave Vance on Jan 20, 2019

Does the grace that has been given to you extend from you?

1 Corinthians 15 God’s grace permeated Paul’s thinking. One scholar writes, “Paul could not think of Christian truth and conduct apart from God’s grace” (D. Edmond Hiebert, The Expositor’s Bible Commentary, ed. by Frank Gaebelein [Zondervan], 11:439). vs. 1 – notice the progression of the ...read more

Lesson #19 [id3b] The Encouragement Toward Maturity Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 21, 2020

No one can escape coming into the world as a baby because that is the only way to get here! But it is tragic when a baby fails to mature. No matter how much parents and grandparents love to cuddle and hold a baby, it is their greater desire that the baby matures.

2/1/20 Tom Lowe Lesson #19 [ID3b] The Encouragement toward Maturity (Hebrews 6:1-3) Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3 (NIV) 1. Therefore let us move beyond the elementary teachings about Christ and be taken forward to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Remnant Of God Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 15, 2023

God has always had a remnant to do the work He has called us to do.

The grafting in of Gentiles and Jews Romans 11:11-24 Good morning everyone, if you could turn to Romans chapter 11verses 11-24. Continuing in our series with Christianity 101 Looking at the letter Apostle Paul wrote to the church at Rome. Understanding and seeing all the chaos that has broke ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:11-24

Denomination: Nazarene

The Appearance Of John The Baptist

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 5, 2019

John the Baptist appears as it were from thin air to prepare an unprepared people.

The Appearance of John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-12 We have new come to the second Sunday in Advent which is the first season of the Christian year. It is tie for soul searching and preparation. But instead of preparing for Christmas as many think, it is a time we prepare for the return of Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Feast Of Trumpets Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 13, 2020

This message looks at the Feast of "Rosh Hashanah," or "The Feast of Trumpets," in our Feast of Israel series. And then it looks at how this feast is a precursor to the coming of Jesus, the Messiah,

Feast of Israel Rosh Hashanah The Feast of Trumpets This upcoming Saturday begins the biblical feast, “Rosh Hashanah,” or “The Feast of Trumpets.” It marks the beginning of ten days of consecration and repentance to get a person ready for God’s Feast of “Yom Kippur,” or “The Day of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:23-25

Denomination: Foursquare