Sermons on Justin Martyr:

Opposition From Without (Acts 5) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

THis is a study the waves of persecution following after the Jewish persecution of the church chronicled in Acts.

INTRODUCTION: History of Opposition without: There were about 10 waves of persecution following after the Jewish persecution of the church chronicled in Acts. Nero (54-68) Domitian (81-90) Marcus Aurelius (161-180) Decius (249-251) thousands died for refusing to sacrifice to the imperial ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:19-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Son Of Man Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 4, 2005

Introduces the series of appearances of Jesus in Revelation with his first Titles given in Revelation 1.

INTRODUCTION: You might be surprised to know that for every prophecy in the Bible concerning Christ’s first coming, there are 8 that look forward to His second! One scholar has estimated that there are 1,845 references to Christ’s second coming in the Old Testament. In the New Testament, an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The End Times

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Feb 19, 2008

The End Times can e really confusing and a little scary. Here are the nuts and bolts of Revelation and some helpful points to keep in mind.

The End Times and the book of Revelations is something that I got really interested about back in High School. When I was a senior, one of my friends let me borrow a copy of the popular book called Left Behind which was a novel that followed an interpretation about how the world was going to end ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encouragement For The Persecuted

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on May 7, 2007

When we face persecution and rejection for our life in Christ, we can take courage in the fact that one day, we will find out that it was worth it all and much more.

Introduction: We can take courage in the fact that one day, all those who ridicule and persecute us for our faith, if they do not repent, will have to face God. We need to be telling others about Him so they can avoid this encounter. Pressure o Some can take more than others o We all respond ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Betrayal And Denial

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Dec 4, 2007

All too often we deny Christ, we betray Christ in the things we say and do. But, there is Good News.

For many people the lesson we have read tonight is something that they find troublesome. At Elwood, my first appointment, we had a Bible study that had been a part of that congregation’s Christian education program for many years. They had begun reading in the first chapter of Genesis and would ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Officers In The Church Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

An examination of the offices of elder & deacon from a Baptist perspective.

WHO RUNS THE CHURCH Part 2: The Ordained Officers of the Church The story is told of a terrible traffic accident. Police officers were called to the scene and when they arrived they found a husband, wife, and 2 children lying unconscious in the car. They pulled them from the car, and as they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Holding Onto?

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Mar 23, 2010

What does Paul mean when he brags on his past?

Concordia Lutheran Church March 21, 2010 What Are You Holding on To? Phil 3:4-14 As you realize that the things we leave behind, some which brought us pain, and some in which we confidently based our identity, may we intimately know the power of His resurrection, given to us by God our Father, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Lutheran

An Excellent Spirit

Contributed by Byron Martin on Jun 15, 2009

A re-visit to Daniel in the lion’s den and how God blessed his excellent spirit.

A pretty lonely guy decided life would be more fun if he had a pet. So he went to the pet store and told the owner that he wanted to buy an unusual pet. After some discussion, he decided on a centipede, which came in a little white box to use for its house. He took the centipede home, found a good ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laying It On The Line... Again

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Dec 28, 2009

Never give up. Always give it all.

Let us read John 21:15-19. “When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, ‘Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?’ He said to him, ‘Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.’ He said to him, ‘Feed my lambs.’ He said to him a second time, ‘Simon, son of John, do you love me?’ ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Rev. #25~7:9-17 Saved In The Tribulation Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Sep 29, 2009

Today we’ll read and talk about the innumerable multitude that is saved in the Tribulation because of the preaching of “the gospel of the Kingdom”** that they’ll hear from these 144000 Jewish Missionary’s.

REV. #25~7:9-17 SAVED IN THE TRIBULATION 10-3-09 Last time we read and talked about the 144000 Jews, 12000 from each of the 12 tribes of Israel that have received Gods seal in their foreheads and that they become Missionary’s the world over. So today we’ll read and talk about the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 24, 2006

This sermon is a basic doctrinal sermon about Jesus

“JESUS” Phil. 2:1-11 INTRO – When I say the name, “Jesus,” what comes to your mind? Here in this environment w/ the people around us, the response is one of adoration, worship, love, humility, & praise. In fact, let stand & sing to Him a little right now (“Holy & Anointed One” & “Shout to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Persecuted For Righteousness Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Aug 26, 2006

Examination of the eighth BE-Attitude: Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

PURSUING HAPPINESS: Persecuted for Righteousness Matthew 5:10 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” 2 Timothy 3:1-5; 10-12 1. “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10

Denomination: United Methodist

Once Again The Cosmic Christ

Contributed by Craig Dumont on May 3, 2006

Reorienting our vision of Jesus Christ as the Sovereign Lord and King of the universe. Christ is completely victorious and our view of Christ determines our actions and faith here on earth.

Once Again The Cosmic Christ By Craig R. Dumont, Sr. Psalm 99:1-5 & Psalm 110 Historian Will Durant wrote perhaps the most popular multi-volume series on the history of civilization. Volume three is titled Caesar and Christ and he starts with a most remarkable admission for a non-Christian ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Strong Tower Vs. Imagined Walls

Contributed by Rick George on Apr 19, 2008

Where is your trust? In your wealth and things, or in God?

Please open your Bibles to Proverbs 18:10-11: The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. The wealth of the rich is their fortified city; they imagine it an unscalable wall. It was a beautiful morning, a light breeze coming off the waters. The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Disciples - Shaping Life

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on May 16, 2008

In the Great Commission, Jesus instructs us to go, to do, and be.

MAKING DISCIPLES -- SHAPING LIFE Matthew 28:16-20 (NIV) 16 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed