Sermons on Narrow Mindedness:

Selflessness Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 4, 2010

Christians choose to do things out of self-lessness

A matter of the heart – Selflessness We have been looking a Paul’s letter to the Philippians and how he just seems to exhibit an abnormal response to his current situation. The first week he opened the letter with prayers to God for the church in Philippi. How they had supported ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

The Berean Believers: A Pattern For Victorious Living

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 11, 2018

The Holy Spirit, who inspired Luke to write the book of Acts, recorded for us some key lessons we can learn from the Bereans.

THE BEREAN BELIEVERS: A PATTERN FOR VICTORIOUS LIVING Study Text: Acts 17: 10-12 Introduction: - Whatsoever is written in the Bible is for our learning, in which we can receive instructions in righteousness, godly examples or patterns to emulate, and ungodly or bad examples to avoid. - The Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A National Imperative: Spiritual Awakening Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Nov 2, 2020

The world is falling apart, nations are crumbling, people everywhere are confused and fearful. Such things reveal our human limitations. Our problems are clearly beyond the scope of our human abilities. It is time to pray to God for a spiritual awakening.

JESUS said, “Repent and believe” (Mark 1:15). 1. The world is falling apart, nations are crumbling, people everywhere are confused and fearful. Such things reveal our human limitations. Our problems are clearly beyond the scope of our human abilities. But thankfully, nothing is too hard for the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15, Psalm 66:17-19, Psalm 24:3-4, 2 Timothy 2:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cleaning Up The Temple

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

We overcome bad habits and neuroses by the power of His Spirit

I will praise You, O Lord, for I am awesomely and wonderfully made. Your works are marvellous, they move me to the very depths of my soul. (Psalm 139:14) Don’t you know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which God has given you? You have been entrusted with His ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wisdom From An Ant

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example.

I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example. "Only 10 minutes to speak" - French surgeon was once quoted as having said, "If I was given only 10 minutes in which to complete an operation, I’d first ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

An Unadulterated Heart

Contributed by James Groce on May 2, 2001

Often, to say a thing is pure is to say that nothing else has been added to it, whether clean or unclean. In this sense, pure denotes something that is free of foreign elements.

An Unadulterated Heart Text: Mt. 5:8 The Greek adjective katharos meant "clean" or "pure." A "catharsis" is a purging or cleansing. Katharos often meant something that had been purged. A soiled garment that had been washed. Corn with the chaff winnowed out. An army purged of unacceptable ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

On The Washing Of Feet And Hearts

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Jun 15, 2007

When Jesus washed feet, he was really washing hearts!

The story of Jesus washing His disciples feet is only found in John. The synoptic record the story of the dispute between the disciples as to who is the greatest. John does not record that story; instead he tells the story of Jesus washing his disciples’ feet. The story is a counter to the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Love Costs Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 9, 2007

While traveling to Jerusalem, a Samaritan village refuses to welcome Jesus and his disciples. Instead of judgment, Jesus demonstrates to his followers overwhelming compassion and reminds us of how he moves in our lives.

Luke 9:51-62 “Love Costs” INTRODUCTION The stories that we have of Jesus give us snapshots of Jesus, his life and his ministry. Snapshots are powerful communicators. They can, however, limit the information they convey, or massage it. We only see the story that is contained within the frame ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Important To You?

Contributed by James Powell on Dec 22, 2006

When all around is shaken, God is our firm foundation.

What is important to you? Heb 12:18 For ye are not come unto the mount that might be touched, and that burned with fire, nor unto blackness, and darkness, and tempest, Heb 12:19 And the sound of a trumpet, and the voice of words; which voice they that heard intreated that the word should not be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Holiness

Don't Put Your Slippers On Yet

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. Moses thought he was all washed up! a. His situation: 1) 80 yr. old has-been, fugitive from law, sheep-herder of others. 2) Once he had it real good (son of Pharaoh's daughter). 3) Not much to look forward to (pension from Egypt. civil service). b. Moses thru with Moses, but God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Serving For God's Glory Series

Contributed by Stephen Brown on Jan 19, 2016

We have responsibilities in the context of our relationship with God and His church. Peter provides godly guidance for our responsibilities in the Lord's church.

In the military, after the agreements and oaths, there were responsibilities. They offered training, but I had to train. They gave me equipment, but I had to maintain it. They prepared food, but I had to eat. They provided education, but I had to continue learning. Bottom line is - I had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

There Are Icebergs Out Trere

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 6, 2019

WATCH OUT, ICEBERGS

There are Icebergs out there (Mark 4:35-41) Intro: Disciples on the sea facing a terrible storm Text : Mark 4:35 That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, "Let us go over to the other side." Mark 4:36 Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Macedonian Call

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Sep 9, 2023

Video “I have decided” In this message we will find two things that we need and two things that we should expect

I. We need to find our Identity in Christ (vs.1-5) A. Timothy was born of a Jewish Mother and a Greek Father B. His not being circumcised would likely be a distraction to sharing the gospel with Jews. C. Paul did not allow for unnecessary distractions from the gospel D. …Woe to me if I do not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Two Masters Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 31, 2022

No one can serve two masters, particularly those whose orders are directly contrary to one another: otherwise, if they were the same or both agreed, both might be served, but this is rarely the case and seldom done.

Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 6:24 (Two Masters) 24 "No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. No one can serve two masters, particularly those whose orders are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Believer's New Position Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 6, 2025

Earthly principles to reflect our heavenly position.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Key word preeminence. “That in all things he might have the preeminence (1:17). 2. Theme: the position, privilege and power of the believer. Fussing at you will not get rid of sin. You must know what God has done for you, what a wonderful new position you have in Christ, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:17, Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist