Sermons on Last Sayings:

What Does The Bible Say About Drinking? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 3, 2015

A balanced look at the verses on drinking with an emphasis on our freedom in Christ.

A STARTING POINT: We all know that Baptists are generally teetotalers, but what does the Bible actually teach? THE DANGERS OF DRINKING: 1. The Bible says that excessive drinking is foolish. - Proverbs 20:1; Proverbs 23:20-21, 31-35; Isaiah 5:11; Isaiah 28:1; Luke 21:34; Romans 13:13; 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:23

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 25, 2015

This message (not a complete manuscript) wrestles with the question that Jesus asked His disciples but also places it in the context of where it was asked?

In the Movie Talladega Nights there is a supper scene, I have “edited” this a little bit. (Characters: Ricky, Carly, Cal, Walker, Texas Ranger, Chip the father-in-law) Show the video if you are brave, but maybe edit it. “Carly: Supper’s ready! C’mon ya’ll. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: United Methodist

What Does The Bible Say About Debt Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jun 8, 2020

A biblical perspective on debt.

What Does the Bible Say About Debt? Here are a few Scriptures: Proverbs 22:7 The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is the slave of the lender. Romans 13:8 Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law. Psalm 37:21 The wicked ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7, Luke 13:8, Romans 13:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About: Dads? Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jun 22, 2020

A biblical Perspective on dads

Ephesians 6:4 Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. Ephesians 1:5 He predestined us for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will Being a dad is a beautiful gift from God. God himself, in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4, Ephesians 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About Freedom? Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jul 5, 2020

A Biblical Perspective on Freedom

For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. Galatians 5:13 Now the Lord is the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is True, Only A Fool Says There Is No God!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 31, 2021

The heavens first declare that there is a God who came from nowhere, took nothing and with nothing created all things that exist. Psalm 19th chapter reveals 3 ways we know there is a God, read the glorious song of King David.

God is true, only a fool says there is no God! I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else. C. S. Lewis Psalm 19th chapter reveals 3 ways we know there is a God, read the glorious song of King David. I. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:13, Psalm 14:1, Psalm 53:1

Why Does The Bible Say, ‘you Are Gods’? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 9, 2021

This is one of the most challenging passages in the New Testament. Why does Jesus say, "You are gods"?

- This is a difficult passage that needs to be unpacked carefully. And so we are going to walk through it step-by-step and verse-by-verse to see if we can make it all add up. - Also, bonus question as we start: can anyone name the gospel passage that happens at Hanukkah? No? Well, let’s see ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-42

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 28, 2017

“He said to them, ‘but who do you say that I am?’ Simon Peter replied, ‘You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.’” (Matt. 16:15-16)

Introduction: The life of a believer is often compared to the construction of a building in Scripture. The most important part of the building is the foundation and a weak or wrong foundation will only lead to the collapse of the building. It is not wise to build a house on a wrong foundation ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10, Romans 12:1-8, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Do You Say Jesus Is?

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Sep 2, 2017

Jesus gave Peter the keys to the kingdom. In similar fashion, Jesus grants me the joy of sharing the Gospel as He desires, guides and allows. You have the same opportunity.

What exactly do you believe about Jesus? In my seminary days, our first semester in Systematic Theology dealt with that question. Our professor described Jesus as “the proleptic, salvific, hidden appearance of the eschatological kingdom of God”. Did you get that? Take notes; there might be a test ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Other

What Does The Bible Say About Fasting? Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jul 20, 2020

What Does the Bible Say About Fasting?

Matthew 6:16-18 And when you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12, Acts 14:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About Forgiveness? Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 8, 2020

What Does the Bible Say About Forgiveness?

What Does the Bible Say About Forgiveness? Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 But if you do not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:15, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About Giving? Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 16, 2020

A Biblical Perspective of Giving

The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. 2 Corinthians 9:6 Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Bring the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6, Proverbs 19:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About Racism?

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Aug 18, 2020

Americans are a facing a deep, long-standing issue of racism. While 90 percent of Protestant pastors say their congregation would welcome a sermon on racial reconciliation, only 26 percent say leaders in their church have encouraged them to preach on the subject.

What is racism? • Racism is prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against a person or a group of people on the basis of their membership in a particular racial or ethnic group, typically one that is a minority or marginalized. • Racism is the belief that different races possess ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Galatians 3:28, 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Timothy Might Say To His Mother Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 25, 2020

If Timothy could have sent his mother, Eunice, a nice Mother's Day card, he might have said something like this.

(Note: this edited message is intentionally somewhat brief, in order to provide time for honoring mothers on Mother’s Day such as flowers, other awards, and so forth.) Introduction: Timothy was one of Paul’s co-workers. He traveled with Paul to many places, assisting in Paul’s ministry, and even ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-5, Acts 16:1-2, 1 Samuel 1:28, Hebrews 13:23

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Bible Say About Homosexuality?

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Feb 3, 2014

Just because someone is a homosexual does not mean that we cannot love him (or her) or pray for him (her). Homosexuality is a sin and like any other sin, it needs to be dealt with in the only way possible. It needs to be laid at the cross and repented of.

The Bible, as God's word, reveals God's moral character and it shapes the morality of the Christian. The Bible has much to say about homosexuality: 1. Lev. 18:22 , "You shall not lie with a male as one lies with a female; it is an abomination." 2. Lev. 20:13, "If there is a man who lies with a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-28, Psalm 51:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal