Sermons on Moral Absolutes:

How Should We Relate To Politics? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 19, 2008

Governmental structures and laws cannot render ultimate righteousness, but they can help reflect and uphold it.

From the Word… Series: You Asked For It How Should We Relate to Politics? Brad Bailey – May 18, 2008 Continuing is our series entitled “You Asked For It… in which we are focusing on topics which were drawn from a survey of the entire community. Today… How should we relate to the roles of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walk In Wisdom-Walk With God

Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 15, 2004

If we want to live wisely then we must walk with God.

“Walk In Wisdom? Walk With God” Proverbs 1 Last week we began our new study of Solomon’s book of Proverbs. I hope that you walked away from our study thinking to yourself, “Those ancient wisdom sayings of Proverbs are more relevant to my life today than anything being offered by the authorities ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Biblical World View Series

Contributed by Michael Mccosker on Sep 20, 2007

We will begin layinf the gorund work for a Biblical World View.

Text Selected Texts Focus Developing a Biblical World View Introduction This morning we are going to continue in our theme on “Foundational Studies” in which we will specifically look at “The Christian World-View.” What is a Christian World View and Why do Christians Need One? “A world ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Does God Find Us Delightful Or Disgusting?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 31, 2012

Only a fool is unaffected by what affects God.

Title: Does God Find Us Delightful or Disgusting? Text: Psalm 14 Thesis: Only a fool is unaffected by what affects God. Introduction I confess, I am still feeling the bleakness of the tragic mass shooting in Aurora last week. This text is a bleak text for those who live and act without regard to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fail Proof Way To Have A Great Life

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 9, 2010

Is there a fail proof way to have a great life? According to God's Word there is!

The Fail Proof Way To Have A Great Life II Peter 1:5-15 If I were to ask you this morning…how many of you would say you had a good life? How about a GREAT life? How many then? Do we even know the definition of having a great life… If we don’t then how can we know if we have it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Untouchables – Homosexuality Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

Sermon examining the biblical teaching on homosexuality

“The Untouchables – Homosexuality” Gladstone Baptist Church – 3/9/06 pm I want to start tonight by playing a News video clip from ABC… S1 Play a clip from the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras. Ask congregation : - What is your reaction to that clip? - What is your reaction to the people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Wise Men Who Missed The Savior Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 27, 2015

Matthew 2 not only describes the Wise Men from the East who sought the Messiah, but the "wise men" from the West, Herod's advisors who missed the Savior. This sermon speaks of salvation of the lost and the lordship of Christ for the saved.

The “Wise Men” Who Missed the Savior Series: Christmas Chuck Sligh December 27, 2015 Adapted from a skeletal outline in Preach for a Year, #2, by Roger Campbell. A PowerPoint presentation for this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Great American Culture War: Religious Liberty, Gay Rights, Naturalism & The Christian Faith

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

The United States once again finds herself at a crossroads. The lines have been drawn. The shots have been fired. The culture war seems to rage on endlessly. Left vs. right. Liberal vs. Conservative. Secular vs. Christian.

The United States once again finds herself at a crossroads. The lines have been drawn. The shots have been fired. The culture war seems to rage on endlessly. Left vs. right. Liberal vs. Conservative. Secular vs. Christian. These are some of the most difficult and muddy issues to delve into. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24-28, Ephesians 6:11

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on May 24, 2019

The Story of the Good Samaritan in Luke chapter 10 and what it teaches us about the true nature of Sin. In this message we discuss the reasons why we cannot inherit eternal life and why a new spiritual birth is the only way of salvation.

The Nature of Sin The Good Samaritan In this message, we’re going to consider the story of The Good Samaritanand what it tells us about the nature of sin. We begin in verse 25 of Luke chapter 10, when a legal expert tried to put Jesus on the spot! ‘Teacher’, he asked. ‘What must I do to inherit ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 16:9, Isaiah 1:6, 1 Samuel 16:7, Ephesians 2:8, Genesis 2:18, Hebrews 9:27, 2 Thessalonians 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

God Is Omnipotent Part 2

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 18, 2001

This continues part 1 and deals with some very specific things the Bible says that God cannot do because of his nature and will.

GOD IN OMNIPOTENT PART 2 By Pastor Glenn Pease It is a great paradox, but the fact is, the real test of omnipotence is what it can do when it limits itself, and gives up absolute and total control. Absolute and total control means the power is not shared with other being. All is just as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Motive Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Apr 15, 2006

1st in 5 part Series using the popular TV show, CSI, to investigate the death and subsequent resurrection of Jesus Christ.

THE MOTIVE: JESUS’ AUTHORITY CSI: Murder of God - Week 1 MATT.28:18; JOHN 10:17-18 INTRODUCTION TO SERIES: CSI is the #1 show in all of Television. The Thursday night show was so popular it created two successful spin-offs... CSI: Miami on Monday nights and CSI: New York on Wednesdays. The ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-18

Denomination: Christian Church

God In Omnipotent Part 2 Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

If God has really created beings who can choose, then there is a multiplicity of power sources in the world. He can no longer then be the only cause for all that is. There are now other power sources who can cause things to be that He does not will to be.

It is a great paradox, but the fact is, the real test of omnipotence is what it can do when it limits itself, and gives up absolute and total control. Absolute and total control means the power is not shared with other being. All is just as you will, and there can be no freedom of choice made by ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8

Straining Gnats And Swallowing Camels

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Nov 21, 2002

Shows how the Pharisees did and sometimes we do miss the harder parts of God’s plan--justice, mercy, and faithfulness.

Straining Gnats and Swallowing Camels MT 23:23 "Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices--mint, dill and cummin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law--justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-24, Hosea 2:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus - The Answer To Our Soul's Discontentment

Contributed by Steve Hanchett on May 7, 2001

The Rich Young Ruler illustrates that when one turns away from Christ he sacrifices that which he really needs to keep that which he only wants.

“Jesus – The Answer to Our Soul’s Discontentment” Mark 10:17-31 Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church May 6, 2001 Now as He was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, “Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” So Jesus said to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Sunshine

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Oct 11, 2011

No good comes to you except it comes from God, and only from God comes good.

The title of the message is “Living in the Sunshine”. From shades of night, to flames of light, He, our dear Lord, lifted me. Find the book of James please, chapter one. In just a moment we are going to begin reading in verse seventeen. Now I’ve told you before that the devil ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Baptist