Sermons on Mature Elders:

Apollos' Conversion Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 26, 2019

To establish that Apollos’ Conversion; followed the same “pattern of conversion,” outlined in the Book of Acts. He came to Ephesus preaching John’s baptism; after being taught “the way of God more perfectly;” he was sent into Achaia, being able to show by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Apollos' Capabilities 2. Apollos' Conversion 3. Apollos' Commission Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will speak to the theme: “Apollos’ Conversion.” This lesson reminds us that even this man’s conversion followed the same “pattern of conversion” as others, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:24-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Look Into Heaven

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Apr 21, 2009

Just looking into the throne of God as per revelation chapter 4

A LOOK INTO HEAVEN Revelation 4 I have decided to go a little different direction at this point. As you know we don’t see the church after chapter 3 until later on again in Revelation. I was going to do the Marriage Supper but that would put me out of line. For there are going to be people who ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Boaz Bundy – Shoe Salesman Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 27, 2013

A study of the book of Ruth chapter 4

Ruth 4: 1 – 22 Boaz Bundy – Shoe Salesman 1 Now Boaz went up to the gate and sat down there; and behold, the close relative of whom Boaz had spoken came by. So Boaz said, “Come aside, friend, sit down here.” So he came aside and sat down. 2 And he took ten men of the elders ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Suffering Leader

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 1, 2003

Certainly leadership means making other people suffer for you...doesn’t it? Amazingly, leaders in God’s church are known by their willingness to be servant leaders, and even to endure suffering

July 6, 2003 "The Suffering Leader" 1 Peter 5:1-4 Pastor Jon MacKinney ______________________________________________________________________________________ A couple of weeks ago in the Arizona Republic, there was an article about mega-churches, super-churches. Did any of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 7b Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 19, 2018

Part 7B under Functions in the New Testament church deals with those functions that Paul styles as first, second, and third; that is, apostles, prophets, and teachers. What are their functions, and were they only for the earliest Christians, or all ages?

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:24-25, Acts 18:24-26, Matthew 7:28-29, Galatians 1:15-17, 1 Corinthians 11:4-5, 1 Corinthians 13:8-10, Ephesians 3:4-5, Hebrews 1:1-2, Ephesians 3:1-7, Acts 21:10-11, Galatians 1:11-12, 1 Corinthians 14:26-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reactions Of The Priests Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 17, 2020

The priests, captain of the Temple guard, and Sadducees were disturbed. Read further to know the reasons.

Acts 4: 01-22 Reactions of the Priests 4: 01-04 Greatly Disturbed 4: 05-12 Great Question 4: 13-17 Greatly Astonished 4: 18-22 Great Commission or Commission Acts 4:01-04 Greatly Disturbed The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Day God Ran Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

Parables of Eternal Life, Part 4 of 9

THE DAY GOD RAN (LUKE 15:11-32) The news that superstar Leslie Cheung committed suicide on April 1, 2003, in then SARS-hit Hong Kong was at first considered a cruel April’s Fool Day joke. Waiters recalled that the singer ordered an iced lemon drink, a glass of ice water, an apple and a packet of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Day God Ran Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007

Parables for Seekers, Pt. 5

THE DAY GOD RAN (LUKE 15:11-32) The news that superstar Leslie Cheung committed suicide on April 1, 2003, in then SARS-hit Hong Kong was at first considered a cruel April’s Fool Day joke. Waiters recalled that the singer ordered an iced lemon drink, a glass of ice water, an apple and a packet of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lift Jesus Higher

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 27, 2021

1 Peter 5

LIFT JESUS HIGHER (1 PETER 5) Here is my top 7 pick from the “100 Best Last Lines from Novels”? 1. …you must go on, I can’t go on, I’ll go on. –Samuel Beckett, The Unnamable 2. . ‘It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better rest that I go to than I have ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Five Traits Of A Strong Christian SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

A Strong Christian is: 1. Positive under pressure. 2. Sensitive to the needs of others. 3. A peacemaker, not a troublemaker. 4. Patient. 5. Prayerful.

A Spiritually Mature Christian is someone who exhibits certain characteristics. These characteristics include being positive under pressure, being sensitive to the needs of others, being a peacemaker, being patient, and being prayerful. Spiritual maturity is not determined by age, appearance, or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Topics: Character

What Do People Do In Heaven? Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 14, 2018

Any ability or talent or appearance or power or fame we receive is entirely derivative-an expression of His goodness imputed to us for a short while. Satan wanted worship for himself. Saints seek to bring worship to their God.

And around the throne, twenty four thrones, and on the thrones twenty four elders sitting, clothed in white garments, and on their heads, golden crowns (of victory) And out of the throne came lightnings and voices and thunders, and seven fiery lamps burning before the throne, which are the seven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:4-11

Denomination: *other

Palm Sunday: Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 10, 2022

Jesus is “The Lamb of God” who has taken away the sins of the world. Jesus was your sacrifice so you can have a relationship with God the Father. You just have to embrace Jesus as “The Lamb of God.”

Spoken Words: Vernon – Immanuel Jeromie – Lamb of God Series Easter: Life of Jesus Sermon: Palm Sunday – “Lamb of God” Scripture: John 12 describes the historic event we celebrate today! Thesis: Jesus is “The Lamb of God” who has taken away the sins of the world. Jesus was your sacrifice so you ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19, John 1:29, John 1:35-36, 1 Peter 1:19, Revelation 5:5-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christianity Made Simple

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 22, 2002

Are you one of those people who thinks Christianity has become over-complicated? If so, then lesson may help.

Christianity Made Simple Hold To The Traditions Which Have Been Handed Down Introduction A. Hold fast to traditions. 1. In the following Scripture, Paul exhorts Christians to cling to the traditions that have been handed down to them. "Therefore, brethren, stand fast, and hold the traditions ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Deuteronomy 12:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Throne Of God Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 11, 2012

Now we begin a new vision—the second vision given to John the Apostle. Now it’s time for the churches to see the future events that are coming upon the earth.

The Lord’s personal message to the individual churches is now over. He has told them who He is, pointed out their failures, and warned and counseled them to correct their failures. He has also given them the great promises of heaven if they will only overcome. Now we begin a new ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Atonement

Contributed by William Meakin on May 7, 2021

Atonement is defined as: "The action of making amends for a wrong or injury."

James Esdras Faust, an American religious leader, lawyer, and politician once remarked: “Sometimes we carry unhappy feelings about past hurts too long. We spend too much energy dwelling on things that have passed and cannot be changed. We struggle to close the door and let go of the hurt. If, after ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:10, Leviticus 4:20, Hebrews 9:12