Sermons on Narcissistic Nature:

Answering Life's Most Important Question Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2023

This sermon marks a critical point in the ministry of Jesus. It is time for Jesus' disciples to know that He is the Messiah and to know what kind of Messiah He will be. They are shocked to discover there is a cross in store for Jesus and for all of Jesus' followers.

Introduction: A. One day, two men with the same qualifications interviewed for the same job and both did equally well in the interview. 1. The hiring manager decided to have them both take an exam with 10 questions to help him make a decision about who to hire. 2. As it turned out, both men only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pride Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 8, 2011

There is a good kind of pride but the problem is when this is not balanced by humility. Pride must be balanced with humility. You can be proud of your child and have a bumper sticker which reads, “My child is on the honor roll at...” Now if that is so you

Pride II Chronicles 26:3-5, 15b-16 A politician attended a picnic with his constituents in his home district. He made the rounds visiting with people and then it was time to fill up his plate with lunch. He got his salad and side dishes and then went to the woman serving fried chicken. He asked, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:3-5

Denomination: Methodist

We The People, Breaking Bondages Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 15, 2010

God does not want merely personal religion; He desires our investment in breaking the bondages that imprison others. America post-Vietnam is strikingly similar to Judah post-Exile. Neither can afford to retreat into comfortable religion.

A great nation had been humiliated by something they had never supposed could happen. Because they saw themselves as the people of God, chosen by him for a special role in the world's history, they had imagined themselves invulnerable. God would never desert his people, they believed. God would not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Blessed By The Bible Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. In America, Bibles are everywhere. ILLUSTRATION: You can find them in doctors’ offices, prisons, and motel rooms. They’re available in all sizes, shapes, translations and versions, leather bound or paperback. Every year the Bible OUTSELLS every other major book. It is reported that 93% of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

On Being An Overcomer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 21, 2021

Jesus was tempted in every way. His battle in the wilderness underscores his authority and victory over temptation and sin

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.GraceCommunity.com Pastor Bradford Reaves Watch this message online: https://youtu.be/Km22OhiY8ng Introduction A few guys were on a men’s retreat together and one night they decided to share with each other their struggles and temptations. The first said, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:11-12, Isaiah 14:12, Daniel 4:17, Acts 17:26, 2 Corinthians 4:4, John 16:11, John 12:31, Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:31, Psalm 107:4-6, Hebrews 4:15, Deuteronomy 6:13, Luke 4:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Age With Sage

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 3, 2025

Psalm 71, Aging

AGE WITH SAGE: THE OLD MAN AND THE PSALM (PSALM 71) Less than three months before my retirement age in August this year (2025), I was asked to say a few words at a fellowship’s anniversary, so I told them my three golden quotes on future retirement I had shared with my good friend Hartman Cheng ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Staying Centered In Christ Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 29, 2022

Staying Centered in Christ Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times 
Brad Bailey – February 13, 2022

Staying Centered in Christ Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times ?Brad Bailey – February 13, 2022 Intro Welcome... PRAY – We come to gather around Christ...to join in the life of Christ. For you have revealed that we can once again know belonging in a way we never have. You have called ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23, Ephesians 2:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Certainties Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 18, 2016

To establish that there are Christian Certainties that will provide hope and assurance to every saint. This lesson deals with the rapture, 7 years of tribulation, and the 1000 year reign. It is about the greatest story ever told, Christ's resurrection.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Christ is Risen 2. Christ is Reigning 3. Christ is Returning Remarks. 1. In the world in which we live there are many uncertainties. These are perilous time. Stock market and bank crashes, stocks up and down, once a good means of financial security-now uncertain. World ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, John 20:1-29, Mark 16:1-14, Luke 24:44-49, Matthew 28:1-15, 1 Corinthians 15:20-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Linked In Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 17, 2012

Why do we need to worship in a group? What's wrong with worshiping at home - or somewhere else - alone?

“More Words on Worship: Linked In” Hebrews 12:18-29 She was deeply moved; the time of worship had led her into a deeper level of commitment, into a deeper intimacy than she had ever before experienced. She drove home a different person than the one who had left a couple of hours ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Story Of Daniel Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 29, 2011

A 32 week journey through the Bible. Inspired by Randy Frazee and Max Lucado. A look at Daniel's faith.

The Story 18 - Daniel February 20, 2011 Today, we’re going to look at the life of Daniel. He’s one of the OT prophets. His story is found in chapter 18 of the Story or in the book of Daniel in the OT. Now, let me give you some of the setting where we are at. We’ve been ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:17-28

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Love Jesus

Contributed by Joe Stanley on Aug 19, 2009

A sermon about how the church has lost its love for Jesus.

Do You Love Jesus? Revelation 2:1-7 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. “‘I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Setting The Stage For Jesus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 6, 2009

Luke sets the stage for the coming ministry of Jesus in this passage on the start of the ministry of John the Baptist.

Scripture Today is the Second Sunday of Advent. We are focusing our attention during this Advent Season on one of the Scripture Readings read during Advent. And so today’s text is Luke 3:1-6. I have spent many wonderful hours studying this remarkable passage. I wish we could spend the rest of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Making Room For Christmas

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

The good news this Christmas is that you can be God’s child, if you will receive Him into your life.

[ Matthew 1:18-25; 2:1-6 - Read at start of worship ] I want to again express a special welcome… especially to those who may have come for the first time. I know it’s no small thing to come to a gathering with people you don’t yet know. I’d like to reassure you that most of those here are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice In The Birth Of John, Because God's Words And Promise Are True

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 5, 2011

Zechariah doubted Gabriel's words, but God kept His promise to Zechariah in spite of his doubt.

December 7, 2011 Luke 1:18-20 Zechariah asked the angel, “How can I be sure of this? I am an old man and my wife is well along in years.” The angel answered, “I am Gabriel. I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to tell you this good news. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

5 Truths To A Great Marriage Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 8, 2021

Marriage is a mystery. There is more here than meets the eye. Marriage is "completion" in a profound sense.

Today I want to share with you a message entitled, “5 Truths to a Great Marriage.” Almost every one of us can improve our marriages. Keep your Bibles open Ephesians, and we conclude our series When Two Become One this morning. Thank you for joining us. Our hope is that this strengthens the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist