Sermons on Murder In The Heart:

The Gift Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Persecution is the flip side of peace-making. If we live out the first 7 beatitudes, this one, the 8th, follows on their heels as surely as water flows downhill.

About 35 years ago, a Romanian pastor came to visit the church I belonged to, a nice white church in a rich western suburb of Minneapolis. He had gotten to know my pastor, who had been involved in a Bible-smuggling ministry when the Iron Curtain was still up. Pasor John asked him what he thought ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Five Thanksgiving Commands From Pslam 100 Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 29, 2022

It is not uncommon to compile wish lists at Christmas, and draw up a list of resolutions at New Years. But there is another list we often overlook – a Thanksgiving Day list of all for which we should be thankful. And it is not too late to do that.

Alba 11-24-13 (Revised 11-27-2022) FIVE THANKSGIVING COMMANDS FROM PSALM 100 This month I have been sharing with you a series of sermons about Thanksgiving. I thought about calling them “Thanksgiving By the Numbers”. The messages have had the following titles: Three Marks of a Thankful ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

At Ease In Zion Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 9, 2022

Amos 6:1-14 shows us the perversions and punishment of people who profess to belong to God.

Introduction The title of this sermon is “At Ease in Zion.” It comes from Amos 6:1a, which states, “Woe to those who are at ease in Zion.” Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary defines “ease” as “the state of being comfortable.” So why would Amos pronounce a “woe” on those who are at ease? The ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Salvation Past Present And Future Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 11, 2022

When we think of salvation we generally think of new birth in Christ, but there is more. We are saved from sin in regeneration, Salvation past. We are saved from the power of sin in sanctification, salvation present We are saved from the presence of sin in glorification, salvation future.

There is a story told by Dr. Henry Ironside when he was pastor of Moody Church Chicago and traveling in California. He said a lady came up to him with a shawl covering her head and spangles came down over her forehead. She asked him if he would like his fortune told. For a fee she would tell him ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7, Acts 16:31, Romans 13:11

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus: Mark 5 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 5 of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 5.

Following Jesus (5) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 5:1-20 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/29/2017 For the past few weeks, we’ve been following in the footsteps of Jesus through the Gospel of Mark. Thus far, we’ve witnessed the baptism of Jesus. We’ve seen a man lowered through the ceiling ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Christian Church

#3 Fundamental Foundations Of Faith (Identifying False Doctrines) Series

Contributed by Tim West on Jan 15, 2024

This lesson deals with false doctrines that the early church began to practice

Fundamentals of Faith Understanding The False Doctrines Of The Apostasy INTRO. A. In our first lesson, we sought to gain a better understanding of the church by understanding the name and the nature of the church. 1. We are the “called out” that is the meaning of the word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Consider Your Ways

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 19, 2024

When the Israelites stopped working on His House, God turned off the Blessings. It's time Christians got back to work on the Church of God. If we do, He promises He'll bless us!

CONSIDER YOUR WAYS Haggai 1:4-15; 2:18-19 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE FAILING TELEMARKETER 1. I heard that leading up to Christmas, telemarketing companies were giving away Christmas Hams and having good reactions from those they called, except one telemarketer, named Larry. 2. He was given a ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Winning Your Spiritual Battles: The Armor Of God As A Guide Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 29, 2024

It says in verse 10, “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” Verse 10 is the end goal. If we obey all the instructions in verses 11-20, we will have the solution, which is to "be strong in the Lord."

"John Paton was a missionary in the New Hebrides Islands. One night hostile natives surrounded the mission station, intent on burning out the Patons and killing them. Paton and his wife prayed during that terror-filled night that God would deliver them. When daylight came they were amazed to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

For Spiritual Power Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Feb 4, 2024

Paul was writing from prison yet prayed for the church that they gain spiritual power. What is this power and how can it empower us today?

One of Terri’s all-time favorite movies is Aladdin. Now, I’m not talking about the live-action remake. If you’re going to watch Aladdin with her, it had better be the original Disney cartoon. The villain of the movie was Jafar, the grand vizier of Agraba. Jafar was the chief advisor, second in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why We Follow Jesus

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Feb 12, 2024

Why do the people in Capernaum seek Jesus? What does the world seek? Why should we seek Jesus?

What do we seek? Today’s Gospel is set in Capernaum on the day of the Sabbath. Jesus had a support base here with two Disciples, Simon Peter and his brother Andrew, calling this place home. With friends nearby, this city will become Jesus’ Galilean home and the staging point for part of His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-39

Denomination: Lutheran

-We Are Acts.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 24, 2024

Luke and Acts give us a great look at the ascension. How Jesus handled Himself for 40 days before He was taken up! Powerful!

-We Are Acts. Luke 24:44-53 The first four books of the New Testament are commonly called the gospels. The fifth book, The Acts of the apostles, is tied to Luke by common authorship. So Luke wrote the gospel of Luke, and the book of Acts. That is important, because Luke gives us two accounts of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53, Isaiah 43:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revelation (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In Revelation 5, we encounter the Sealed Scroll, the Slain Savior, and the Singing Scores.

(Part 4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/22/2017 As I’m sure you’re all aware by now, we are four weeks into this exciting adventure through the magnificent and often mysterious book of Revelation. While many see Revelation as an intimidating enigma to be ignored entirely, ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

One Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 2, 2024

In this seven-week series, we explore the seven "ones" of Ephesians 4 and how they can help us experience the unity of the Spirit in the bonds of peace! Week five: One Faith.

ONE FAITH Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/4/2018 If you’re just joining us, we’re five weeks into a seven-week survey of Christian unity. Jesus wants his church to be one—to be united and harmonious. The trouble is—we’re all human and because of that the church has a long ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Knowing Who I Am. Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 7, 2024

What does it mean to be created in God’s image?

Last week, we talked about some of the various views about creation in Genesis 1 and how people can differ over the time frame but still believe the Bible is entirely true and without fault. Because we love one another and know these differences do exist, we can still accept one another without ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gods Flavor

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Mar 7, 2024

This sermons tells up how to have the right relationship with God and receive His blessings.

God’s Flavor Psalm 34:8 Taste and see that the LORD is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him! A few weeks ago, my wife and I went to the local Mexican restaurant and was having dinner. Upon completion, the server informed us that our bill had been taken care of. I asked who by and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8

Denomination: *other