Sermons on Lion Roar:

Falsely Accused Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 4, 2023

Like Stephen, we need to be bold in the face of opposition.

FALSELY ACCUSED TEXT: ACTS 6:8-15 Introduction 1. Illustration: The author, Antonio Socci, claims the untold story of the 20th century is the murder of 45 million Christians, mostly at the hands of communist and Islamic regimes, and that massacres continue to this day. Drawing heavily from the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Methodist

Simple Steps For An Extraordinary New Year

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 6, 2023

Psalm 22 begins as a lament - a desperate plea to God from someone who knows how much he needs God. The terms are clear - without God there is no hope. With God there is always hope, and David gives us a map here, finding hope when challenges are all around us

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Scripture: Psalm 22:22-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Loves Cheerful Workers.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 3, 2022

We all need to leave the next at some times, and live. Jesus needed his 70 disciples to leave, and preach the gospel. He also gave them instructions to help them do so.

Introduction I am sure you are aware of the parallel between the four gospels and the four living creatures in the vision of Ezekiel. You know: the Lion, symbolizing his supremacy and kingship; the Man, symbolizing the highest of intelligence; the Ox, for his lowly service, (a symbol which we like ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Episcopal

Creating Godly Memories.

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Aug 27, 2022

Memories of good times are fading, while the expectation of experiencing new ones is gradually disappearing. However, when persons are introduced to Jesus, when they have an opportunity to meet Jesus hope springs alive once more.

Good morning brothers and sisters. Good morning, everyone. Don’t touch. Don’t hug Stand 6 ft apart or at least 3ft apart. Many are losing hope and the joy of life is ebbing away, as they seek to battle the many challenges which they face. Memories of good times are fading, while the expectation ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-34, Matthew 5:38-42, Matthew 8:1-4, Matthew 5:33-37, Romans 12:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Adventist

Who Is Jesus? A Message For Palm Sunday

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 3, 2023

There is Only One Most Important Question in this life. WHO IS JESUS? Each of us must give an answer. And the answer is not just head knowledge, it must also be heart changing. All mankind either accepts or rejects GOD's Plan of Salvation through JESUS CHRIST.

2023.04.02.Sermon. Palm Sunday. Who is this Jesus? William Akehurst, HSWC Matthew 21:10 Who is this…Jesus? SCRIPTURES REFERENCED: Matthew 21:1-11, Matthew 16:13-16, John 11:25-26, John 20:24-31, John 3:16-18, Isaiah 9:6, Revelation 19:11-16 GOD’S DIVINE POWER IN US Galatians 4:6 (NLT) And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Matthew 16:13-16, John 11:25-26, John 20:24-31, John 3:16-18, Isaiah 9:6, Revelation 19:11-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Salvation Soul And Body

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Jun 28, 2023

Heaven is great, but no one is in a hurry to get there. It is God's will to heal the sick. Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law. Therefore we live to manifest heaven on earth.

I have been in the ministry now for over 40 years. My First congregation was senior people. People in the church who were on pension. Some were single because either their wife or husband had died. In all cases, if an elderly person was dying, I never ever met any family member who did not feel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:25-26, Ecclesiastes 9:4-6, Psalm 115:17, Matthew 5:48, John 10:10, Romans 5:1, Matthew 6:25-31  (view more)  (view less)

One Filthy Rag Talking To Another Filthy Rag

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jul 3, 2023

You cannot be saved by your good works, because no matter how hard you try, your “Good” is not good enough for the perfectly holy and completely righteous God who alone grants salvation.

TITLE: ONE FILTHY RAG TALKING TO ANOTHER FILTHY RAG SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 64:6 / ROMANS 3:10 / ROMANS 3:23 / ZECHARIAH 3:1-4 The title of this morning’s message came from a rather exciting and spirit filled Bible Study we had here at ‘First Church’ a few weeks ago. Rev. Finley actually threw ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6, Zechariah 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Blinded By Pride Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 15, 2023

Samson was a man with absolute power who was absolutely blinded by his pride in his power. How can we avoid falling into the same trap that took him down?

When my dad sold his business and retired, he got bored just sitting around – so he went to work as a meat inspector for the government. They gave him a white coat and helmet and special knife, and his job was to go to meat plants (like Tyson or Indiana Packers) and inspect the meat as it was ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parting Prayer Of Our Faithful High Priest (John 17) Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 8, 2022

The Lord’s Prayer in John 17 can be divided into three basic parts. Christ prays for himself to finish strong; for His disciples to follow faithfully and for every believer who would follow them in the way.

Sermon – The Lord’s Prayer From John 17 John 17:1-25 After saying all these things, Jesus looked up to heaven and said, “Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son so he can give glory back to you. 2 For you have given him authority over everyone. He gives eternal life to each one you have given ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-25, Matthew 5:13-15, Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Methodist

Revelation Study Series 7 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Feb 17, 2023

Jesus is alive! Jesus is coming back! Jesus wants you ready for His return!

Revelation Study Series 7 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled 11.21.21 Message… Revelation 3:7-13 7 “Write this letter to the angel of the church in Philadelphia. This is the message from the One who is holy and true, the One who has the key of David. What He opens, no one can close; ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revelation Study Series 14b - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 9b) Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Mar 1, 2023

Jesus came! Jesus died! Jesus resurrected! Jesus is coming back!

Revelation Study Series 14b - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled Chapter 9b 02.06.22 Message… An article in the Akron Beacon Journal written just a few weeks ago by Mark J. Price spoke of a man named W.L. George who in 1822 wrote a “full-page article in the New York Herald” about what life would be ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stephen The Martyr Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 6, 2023

We need to be led by the Spirit and not resist his leading.

STEPHEN THE MARTYR Text: Acts 7:51-60 Introduction 1. Illustration: The author, Antonio Socci, claims the untold story of the 20th century is the murder of 45 million Christians, mostly at the hands of communist and Islamic regimes, and that massacres continue to this day. Drawing heavily from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Methodist

Doubting The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 4, 2022

Why do we doubt about the resurrection? All Scripture references is from the NASB.

The resurrection is central to the Christian faith and without the resurrection of the dead, we have no hope. One of the many problems in the church at Corinth was the problem of believing in the resurrection of the dead. We would ask, is there life after death? A popular Greek belief 2000 years ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

When God Writes A Book

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Oct 26, 2015

In Malachi 3, God wrote a Book of remembrance of those who spoke of Him. I want to be in that book.

LET’S READ MALACHI 3 VERSES 13-18 Your words have been stout against me, saith the Lord. Yet ye say, What have we spoken so much against thee? 14 Ye have said, It is vain to serve God: and what profit is it that we have kept his ordinance, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

The hope of the believer is settled in Christ our Lord. He is the theme of the Bible, and the Gospel is the central message of the ages.

Series: Saved, Settled, and Sanctified The Hope of the Gospel 1 Peter 1:9-12 As we continue our study in regard to the benefits of salvation, the passage before us is actually a continuation of the previous verses. In fact, verses 3-12 deal with a central theme: the lively hope we have through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:9-12

Denomination: Baptist