Sermons on Lewis Sperry Chafer:

The Claims Of Jesus Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 30, 2007

#16 in series. Jesus defends himself against charges of violating the Sabbath by making three extraordinary claims about who He is.

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 16 “The Claims of Jesus” John 5:16-30 In his book, “Loving God,” Charles Colson tells about a Russian Jewish doctor by the name of Boris Nicholayevich ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-30, Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Longings That Lead To God Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

This morning I want to consider the value of our longings… and how they can connect us to God.

Continuing our focus on Becoming Friends with God. > This morning I want to consider the value of our longings… and how they can connect us to God. Want to begin with a conversation I had last week…Conversation with a woman whose is a fellow parent in my son’s football league… and who I had ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Protective Clothing Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 28, 2011

Only the armor of God can prevail against the great lie that there is no truth outside our own experience.

I've spent a good part of this week since coming back on vacation catching up on the mail - sorting things, answering letters and reading. I subscribe to a lot of publications; probably about half are directly related to religious issues; the rest are mostly news or public policy oriented. I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Passionate Lord

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Mar 15, 2016

The contrast between lamb and lion in John 2. Do not try to domesticate Christ. Jesus can be angry. Jesus is passionate. Jesus is powerful.

OUR PASSIONATE LORD John 2:13-22, 24-25; 12:37 1 Cor. 1:18-25 Mark 3:5 Rev. 6:15-17 Ps 69 The Voyage of the Dawn Treader is Book 3 of “The Chronicles of Narnia”. At the end of this wonderful story, C. S. Lewis describes an encounter between the two human heroes Edmund and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life Distractions

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 22, 2019

Everyone of us has a definition of what we call a distraction. What does the Lord call a distraction? How does He want us to handle them?

Life’s Distractions Bible verses Introduction- We have been working toward the cross of Easter and Lent we found was reflecting on the Lord and the cross and reflecting to make sure we are right in our relationship. This morning I would like to look at scripture and see what the Lord says about ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:25, 1 Corinthians 7:35, Mark 4:19, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Nazarene

At Home With God-Heaven-Revelation 21 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 30, 2013

Heaven need not be an obsession, yet our relationship with God should be. It is this relationship which drives everything good in our lives. It is motivation for love for each other, gives us strength for today, and fills with hope for an eternity with Gd

• The Bible is NOT obsessed with heaven. When Jesus speaks of the Kingdom of Heaven or the Kingdom of God, in general, He is not talking about a future housing for God and His people-He is talking about a way of living here and now. The greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven must be the servant of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:10-27

Denomination: *other

The Battle Within Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 18, 2021

Paul shared the reality of his struggle with sin to prepare his readers for Romans 8, the work of the indwelling Holy Spirit in our lives. It will not be our ability or willpower that enables us to obey God.

Paul affirms in the previous section that the Law is not useless. It is not sinful or bad. • No doubt the Law can only point out our weakness and makes us conscious of our sin; it is powerless to save us but it is not useless. • It shows us the will of God, the righteous standards of God for our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25, Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overflowing With Hope

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Mar 23, 2020

This message gives hope in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic

Title: “Overflowing with Hope” Text: Romans 8:18-30 Big Idea: “While we wait in hope – the Holy Spirit helps” Introduction: I Dreamed a Dream (Les Miserables) There was a time when men were kind When their voices were soft And their words inviting There was a time when love was blind And the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Celebrate The Victory Of The Resurrection (Easter Sunday) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 12, 2025

Easter Sunday, the day we celebrate the greatest victory in human history—the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

Go! And Celebrate the Victory of the Resurrection Introduction: What a joy it is to be gathered on this special day, Easter Sunday, the day we celebrate the greatest victory in human history—the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. As we reflect on this momentous occasion, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:6, 1 Corinthians 15:54-55, Matthew 28:7-10, Romans 6:4, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

What About Hell? Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on May 29, 2025

In our series, "the Big questions of faith" we finish with the subject of Hell

Introduction Joke on the church newssheet is said: …. “At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be ‘What is Hell?’ Come early and listen to our choir practice.” We arrive at the final week of our series, … And I’ve changed this series as we’ve gone along. We have talked about life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, John 3:16-17

The Difference Christmas Makes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 19, 2023

This sermon explores the profound love of God demonstrated through the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, and the eternal life promised through belief in Him.

Beloved, gather near, and let us take a moment to pause from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. Let's set aside our worldly concerns, our to-do lists, our anxieties, and our fears. Let's focus our hearts and minds on the splendid, awe-inspiring truth of God's love, a love so profound that it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Topics: Difference, Christmas

The Prodigal Son PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024

This sermon explores the lessons from the parable of the Prodigal Son, focusing on prudent resource use, choosing good companions, and the importance of prompt righteousness. Key

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity and love to share in the wisdom of God's word. It warms my heart to see each of you here today, ready to receive, ready to grow, and ready to be transformed by the life-changing power of the Gospel. In the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Forgiveness, Sin

Gifts Given By Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of spiritual gifts, their role in equipping believers for ministry, and how to discover, understand, and utilize them for God's glory.

Good morning, dear friends! How blessed we are to gather together in the house of the Lord, to soak in His Word and to seek His wisdom. We have before us a topic of profound significance, a topic that is as essential to our Christian walk as the very air we breathe. We are here to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Topics: Spiritual Gifts

Solomon PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024

This sermon explores King Solomon's search for significance, his struggles and successes, and his ultimate submission to God, offering lessons for our own spiritual journeys.

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather today in the warmth of God's love, let's remember that we are not alone in our search for significance. In the pages of the Bible, we find many who have walked this path before us, none more notable than the wise King Solomon. He, like us, was a seeker. He, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13

Topics: Solomon's Conclusion

Facing Hard Times Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Oct 28, 2015

When it comes to disasters and accidents there are 2 ways to look at it: Mans way or Gods way. Whatever the problem God has a solution. He is the Master fixer upper. But you must learn to cooperate with God so He can bring the total restoration.

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, says the LORD” Isaiah 55:8. I. Reevaluating-Getting man’s perspective “He that answers a matter before he hears it, it is folly and shame unto him” Proverbs 18:13. A. Premature judgments B. Overreactions C. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational