Sermons on Kennedy:

Under Authority

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 29, 2022

What we perhaps don’t realize is that Christians are also under authority, civilians enlisted in the same cause, fighting evil and promoting the good.

I was watching an old Humphrey Bogart movie the other night, called Action in the North Atlantic. It was about the merchant marine in WWII, not about the navy. I was particularly interested because my brother Jeremy up in Alaska was in the merchant marine. And then I got even more interested, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Cruelty Of The Cross

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

If God turned the cruelty of the cross into a universal blessing, we need never doubt that verse of Paul in Rom. 8:28 that says, "We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

Pierre VanPaasen once had an interview with Marshal Lyauty, but the former procounsul of the French Republic in Morocco. VanPassen asked him what he would have done had he been in Pilate's place. Lyauty, after describing what a trouble maker Jesus had been, endorsed Pilate's action. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-16

'where Does Your Help Come From?'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 8, 2021

'Where Does Your Help Come From?' - Psalm 121 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The God of creation is BEFORE me (vs 1-2). (2). The eyes of God of are UPON me (vs 3-4). (4). The care of God is AROUND me (vs 5-6) (3). The presence of God is BESIDE me (vs 7-8) SERMON BODY: Ill: • What do these objects have in common? • (I will be amazed if you can guess ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

Thirsty Souls Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Sep 8, 2021

Thirsty souls, looking for something more in life, are all around us. And we have the water they seek? Here's how we can make a difference for them and for eternity!

One of the questions I ask, and even ask now, as I near the end of my life, is “So what? So what? In other words, what difference did my life make, for good or for ill? I suspect I’m not alone in asking these questions. I think one of our greatest needs in life is for meaning, for significance, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, John 20:21, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

The Power Of His Name!

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Sep 8, 2021

The Name of Jesus is the Highest Name by which God has chosen to reveal Himself. This two-part series explores the Names of God. (Sermon inspired and borrows heavily from the book "More Power to You" by T. F. Tenney).

The Power of His Name! Introduction Acts 3:1-11 1 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. 2 And a certain man lame from his mother's womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tetelestai

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 25, 2023

A sermon examining the meaning of Jesus' proclamation that "it is finished".

"Tetelestai" John 19:28-30 (4-6-23) There are certain phrases from our nation's history that will forever be remembered: Patrick Henry said "Give me liberty or give me death!" Franklin Delano Roosevelt famously said "The only thing we have to fear is, fear ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Jerusalem Council Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 24, 2025

Acts 15:1-35 teaches us about the Council of Jerusalem in which they had to settle a crucial doctrinal question.

Introduction Throughout the past two millennia, countless assemblies of Christian leaders have assembled to settle doctrinal matters. The first of these assemblies is the Jerusalem Council, described in Acts 15:1-35. The book titled Got Questions states the following: “Employing the council ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Facing Persecution With Deepening Faith Series

Contributed by Peter Ceccardi on Apr 25, 2024

So, as we prepare for the possibility of persecution, let's not underestimate the challenges that believers face in today's society.

Preparing for Persecution Friends, I want to share something personal with you today, something that's been weighing heavily on my heart. You see, I'm faced with a dilemma—a real moral quandary that's testing the very core of my faith. It's about my gym membership, of all things. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Came To Repalce Rules With Relationships Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 10, 2003

As we continue in our series, What Jesus Came To Do, we are going to look at the awesome truth – that Jesus came to replace rules with relationships….

He Came To Replace Rules W/Relationships What Jesus Came To Do – part two QUESTION – who here likes rules….? We have rules at home…. Wash your hands before you eat Take off your shoes before you come into the house Don’t touch the thermostat Ask before you eat There are rules at ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Authentic Prayer

Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 19, 2005

What is Prayer? How is it supposed to work? When and how do you do it, and why? Jesus answered all of these questions when he gave us a model prayer - the Lord’s Prayer. Student ministry PowerPoint format.

LESSON: AUTHENTIC PRAYER [LEARN TO PRAY LIKE JESUS] Slide Graphic – praying hands. Verse: Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way (1 Samuel 12:23) Amazon has over 13,000 books listed on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Issues With Rome Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Sep 21, 2015

Here are some separate topics that can be included in one message about Romanism, and how it is quite different from Biblical Christianity. Celibacy, Mary, Inquisition and more.

Biblical vs Romanist Approaches to Celibacy (Presentation given at annual AFEC conference) When I was first assigned this topic, several questions occurred to me, the answers to which form the heart of the following message. I trust they are your questions too. Question ONE: What is celibacy, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Galatians 3 B: Don't Forget About Abraham! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2022

Have you lost your mind, gone crazy, become stupid or are you hexed by a demon into thinking your works are what saved you? Are you slapping away faith, and grace?

Video Transition: Grace Skit by Skit Guys Series: Galatians (The Gospel of Grace) Thesis: Have you lost your mind, gone crazy, become stupid or are you hexed by a demon into thinking your works are what saved you? Are you slapping away faith, grace and Jesus’ sacrifice as not necessary and deceived ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 11:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Walls That Last

Contributed by David Simmons on Jan 18, 2001

How the church can develop a passion for fulfilling her mission

COWBOY FOOTBALL Well, God is still in control. I learned that this past Monday night. God still is a Cowboy fan, I’m convinced. Only God could take the bottom dwellers of the league, the Dallas Cowboys, and help them pull out a victory against the “Super Bowl bound, 100 million dollar,” ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Church

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 23, 2001

The Church - who we are and what we are.

We Are The Church Psychologists have long declared that as human beings, we have 3 specific psychological needs: TO BE / TO DO / TO BELONG TO BE: Our individuality, what sets us apart for others, uniqueness TO DO: Our abilities, what we are good at, our job, our hobbies, etc. TO BELONG: To ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-18, 1 Corinthians 12:12-30

What The Blind Man Saw

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Feb 26, 2001

Someone said to Helen Keller, “What a pity you have no sight!” to which she replied, “Yes, but what a pity so many have sight but cannot see!”

Joke: There was a blind man at Wal-Mart the other day. He seemed to be doing alright until he started spinning his dog around his head on its leash. The sales lady ran over and asked, “Can I help you?” To which the blind man replied, “No thanks, I’m just looking around.” Bartimaeus acts like I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43, Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist