Sermons on Moral Decline:

Core 52 Week 5 - Holiness Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 2, 2020

Some things are set apart for specific uses and specific people. We “get it” instinctively that some things are not common. They’re special because of their purpose or perhaps an emotional attachment. That uniqueness, special regard is the idea behind the biblical concept of holiness.

To hear the sermon, please visit my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2691094 Holiness - Living Up to God's Standards Intro: • Finding underwear in used car I just bought. Yuck. • Some things are set apart for specific uses and specific people. o Toothbrushes o Wedding china not ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:45, 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Timothy 1:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On The Ten Commandments

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 28, 2021

We probably are all aware that the Ten Commandments were originally delineated to the Prophet Moses on Mount Sinai...

Pope Francis once remarked: “We must not see the Ten Commandments as limitations to liberty. No, they are not this, but we must see them as indications for liberty. They are not limitations but indications for liberty! They teach us to avoid the slavery to which the many idols reduce us that we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-17, John 14:15

As In The Days Of Noah (Parts 1 & 2)

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 8, 2022

This is a two-part message that examines the days of Noah and the days we are living as we expectantly wait for the Rapture

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View Both Messages at: Week 1- https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/166093 Week 2- https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/167795 We are coming into the season of Advent in a couple of weeks. Advent ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-41

Denomination: Brethren

What The Bible Teaches About Cloning

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 28, 2021

The purpose of this course is to make today’s Christian think about some of the things we are facing in our society as Christians. Christian people should be “thinking” people when it comes to the issues we face in our society.

For example, as Christians: • We can not allow others to do our thinking for us when it comes to deciding what is RIGHT and what is WRONG. • We can not just ignore these issues we face and hope they will go away. Through the ages of time, God’s people have had to face difficult situations in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:14, Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Awake, Not Woke Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 22, 2022

In the Bible, God and Jesus are repeatedly identified with light.

7 Therefore do not become partners with them; 8 for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light 9 (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), 10 and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord. 11 Take no part in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:7-14

Denomination: Brethren

Children Of The Light Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 18, 2024

Part Six of "Ephesians: Love Beyond Reason"

Children of the Light: Ephesians 5 Good morning! Please turn to Ephesians chapter 5. Does anyone know who came up with the idea of street lights? In America, at least, it was Benjamin Franklin. Franklin’s autobiography tells of the time he wanted to convince the citizens of Philadelphia to light ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Motivation Alive In Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

One of Satan's favorite weapons against believers is discouragement. Discouragement comes when we lose the motivation to serve the Lord. And the devil uses this attitude to make us lose the motivation to continue in fervent service

One of Satan's favorite weapons against believers is discouragement. Discouragement sets in when we lose our motivation to serve the Lord. The devil uses this attitude to make us lose our fervor in serving the Lord wholeheartedly. However, you can keep your motivation alive. This passage provides ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Topics: Growth In Christ

Silent Joseph: A Godly Man

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 10, 2012

A short Christmas-themed sermon directed mostly at men that can be shorted to be a devotional, but also easily expanded extemporaneously.

Silent Joseph: A Godly Man December 9, 2012 TEXT: Matthew 1:18-24 – “Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Biblical Backsliders Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

The Bible provides several examples of people who fell into backsliding, some of whom were restored, while others faced tragic consequences. Studying their lives gives us valuable lessons on how to remain steadfast in faith and avoid their mistakes.

LESSONS FROM BIBLICAL BACKSLIDERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 16:20 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 15:23, Proverbs 14:14, Jeremiah 3:22, Luke 22:31-32, Revelation 2:4-5 INTRODUCTION Backsliding is a spiritual decline where an individual who once walked closely with God gradually drifts ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20, 1 Samuel 15:23, Proverbs 14:14, Jeremiah 3:22, Luke 22:31-32, Revelation 2:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God’s Timing!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 18, 2011

God is always on time! He has never been late!

Galatians 4:4-5-But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. 1-Fullness Of The Time Had Come-It was at the perfect time, when everything was in place, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing God's Grace In Difficult Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

We often struggle to see beyond our immediate challenges, yet Nahum was able to perceive something greater. His deep understanding of God's Grace allowed him to see beyond his immediate circumstances and emotions.

I want to focus on the powerful message found in the first four words of Nahum 1:7: "The Lord is good." Although the book of Nahum can be challenging to read and preach from, it is important to note that the minor prophets' messages are just as significant as those of the major prophets. The book ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7

Topics: Grace, Difficulties

Take Back Our Children

Contributed by Charles Mims on Mar 9, 2001

Sermon on morality, and bringing children up with moral values. For Girl Scout Sunday.

Proverbs 22:6 (KJV) 6Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. We are a nation at war! Not a war of bullets and missiles, not a war of tanks and planes, but a real war nonetheless. It is a war that is fought out in the lives of our most precious ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17, Proverbs 22:6

The Existence And Presence Of Almighty God", Part 3

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 27, 2023

One of the major arguments (proofs) for the existence of God is based upon moral standards, defined as the concept of right and wrong, good and evil, ethics and emotions that are in our consciences and have guided civilizations throughout history.

The job of a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ is not only share the Gospel, but also to make all non-believers uncomfortable in their assumptions. As mentioned in a previous sermon, uncomfortable atheists and skeptics use what they consider to be a sure-fire weapon guaranteed to confound and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-22, Romans 2:1-16, Numbers 32:23, 1 John 1:8, Hebrews 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Revived Church

Contributed by Carl Kolb on Jan 10, 2008

Challenges a declining or plateaued church to begin the process of revival.

Acts 2:40-47 “Characteristics of a Revived Church" Most churches in America are either plateaued or in decline. Between 7000 & 8000 churches close each year in America. One of the greatest needs of the churches in America today is revival. How do we know whether our church is alive and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Churches Are In Trouble.

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 24, 2024

The Church is declining in the US for many reasons. These are just a few.

Why churches are in trouble. 1 Peter 2:2 As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby: 3 If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious. Many in the Church do not taste of the milk because they are not saved. They are there for many reasons, but not to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2-3, Hebrews 5:11-14, 1 Corinthians 3:1-2, John 3:16, John 11:35, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist