Sermons on Negotiations:

Going Public For Jesus

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 2, 2023

This is a message about believers baptism and it focuses on baptism as identification with Jesus.

GOING PUBLIC FOR JESUS BAPTISM IS IDENTIFICATION MATT 3:13-17; 28:19-20; ROM 6:1-7 INTRODUCTION: TODAY IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF A LOCAL CHURCH. BAPTISM IS THE EVIDENCE OF SOMEONE WHO HAS MADE A DECISION FOR CHRIST COMING TO THE PLACE WHERE THEY WANT TO MAKE A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 31, 2020

Are we ready?

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins: An Exposition of Matthew 25:1-13 Jesus is known for the many parables which He spoke. A parable reveals a truth in a way which is alive and vivid. It takes a story from everyday life and uses it to illustrate a greater truth. Those who were given the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Memorial Day Sunday

Contributed by Wiley Hughes on May 26, 2022

God is the ONE constant in a world of conflict, confusion, and chaos and we should turn to Him in worship and prayer when there is trouble around us.

Memorial Day Sunday Dr. Wiley Hughes Text: Isaiah 33:5-6 SUMMARY: God is the ONE constant in a world of conflict, confusion, and chaos and we should turn to Him in worship and prayer when there is trouble around us. In elementary school a tornado warning was issued, and I remember getting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Other Sheep

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 22, 2021

Jesus our Good Shepherd reminds us that we have other sheep that are not yet part of the fold. It has been said that these Greeks were some of those “other sheep.”

THE OTHER SHEEP Text: John 12:20 - 33 “Someone (Ernest A. Fitzgerald) tells the story about Lou Gehrig who one day during his famed baseball career came to bat. He swung at two balls and missed. The third ball passed and the umpire called him out. Gehrig threw down the bat in ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

In Christ, I Am...made New Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

In Christ, we have new passions, a new attitude, and a new source of righteousness. Includes specific actions to live in new ways.

IN CHRIST, I AM…MADE NEW—Ephesians 4:17-5:2 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) When our son Andy went off to college, he decided to become Andrew—again. If we called his roommate to ask where Andy was, his roommate did not recognize the name. Andrew’s name change was symbolic of a new start ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Isaac And The Dirty Wells

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Mar 6, 2023

ISaac digs out the wells his father had dug and the Philistines had filled in

Genesis 26:17-23 - Jacob and dirty wells Abraham, Isaac and Jacob - the patriarchs of the Old Testament. Of the three very little is actually devoted to the life of Isaac. Chapter 26 is entirely devoted to a story about Isaac and if you have time to read the whole chapter you will see that Isaac ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Hope When Uncertainty Rises

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 17, 2022

If you’ve ever let the wicked, hurtful, unspeakable things you witness in this world whittle away at your faith, you’re not alone. And Habakkuk is your book.

Hope When Uncertainty Rises Habakkuk Introduction If you’ve ever let the wicked, hurtful, unspeakable things you witness in this world whittle away at your faith, you’re not alone. And Habakkuk is your book. Habakkuk deals with some of the most basic elements of the struggle of faith. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:20, Habakkuk 2:4, Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Covenant Verses Contract Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 5, 2023

Are we steadfast in our relationships with God? "I have set the Lord always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved." Psalm 16:8.

Following a Biblical timeline of covenants. We have an understanding of God, is a partaker in covenant, covenant with his people, originally with the Hebrew people it is a fundamental understanding of how God and His people relate. We see this through the Old Testament, and we see it in the New ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-27, Romans 9:4, Hebrews 9:15, Hebrews 8:10, Hebrews 8:6-8, Mark 14:24, Hebrews 7:21-22, Luke 22:19-20, Psalm 16:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

What Being A Disciple Really Means (Luke, Part 7) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 6, 2022

If you let God lead, He will take you on a wonderful journey ... but, if you don’t start somewhere, how can you ever make an impact? Jesus challenged those following Him to be fully committed ... so are we?

What being a disciple REALLY means (Luke, Part 7) Luke 14:25-35 Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for believers to explore -- We see Luke’s interest in humanity (it’s genuine, rem: career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how Jesus interacts with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35, Mark 10:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Prepared

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

In Bucyrus Ohio, at Oakwood Cemetery there is a grave inscribed Malete G. Hanzakos born 1882 Andea Sparta Greece. He immigrated to New York and changed his name to Mike Hanzas. He was a tall, muscular, man, who was known to have knocked the punching bag clean off its swivel.

Are You Prepared? “But very early on Sunday morning the women went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared.” Luke 24:1 Intro: In Bucyrus Ohio, at Oakwood Cemetery there is a grave inscribed Malete G. Hanzakos born 1882 Andea Sparta Greece. He immigrated to New York and changed his name ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happens After Death? Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on May 29, 2025

In this series, we look at the big questions. Today we study life after death (the subject of Hell is covered later)

Introduction: New arrival in heaven. “Are there sports in heaven?” “Of course, we’ve got angels v saints bowling. The lanes are made of gold.” “Who wins?” “Everyone! This is heaven!!! "I’m not dying — I’m just relocating to my forever home." Life after death? What happens? That’s ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, 2 Corinthians 5:6-10

Stay The Course Sermon Ii: The Christian's Manner Of Living Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 27, 2020

When we Christians find ourselves having to contend with enemies of the Lord, our positive manner of living for God's Son and our Savior conveys the timely message that the Lord God is greater than any evil force in the world.

THE CHRISTIAN'S MANNER OF LIVING FOR STAYING THE COURSE TO THE FINISH In a perfect world, all is well and everyone lives in peace with no wars or rumors of wars - simply because ungodliness has ceased to exist. News Flash: We do not live in a perfect world! Never ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:9-11

I Will Build My Church

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 4, 2020

We can become discouraged by current conditions, but we're on the winning side with the Kingdom of Jesus. It has grown from 12 men to 2.3 billion and will only gain more dominance. You can't lose because you're on the winning team!

I WILL BUILD MY CHURCH Matt. 16:17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A woman locked her keys in her car. She looked around and found an old rusty coat hanger and was tried to get into her car but couldn’t. Finally, she bowed her head and asked God to send some help. Within five minutes a dirty, greasy, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Experiencing Supernatural Peace, Protection And Provision

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Dec 30, 2022

God is faithful and committed to His word, if we can turn to Him and be pleading to Him, He will give us Supernatural Peace, Protection and Provision all through the year and beyond by His grace.

Experiencing Supernatural Peace, Protection and Provision Study Text: Isaiah 54: 10 - 17. Introduction: - Because of God’s great love for us, He has made a covenant with us to take care of us: to bless us, protect us, and provide for us. -. Covenants are never one-sided. They require the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:10-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who’s Standing In The Gap For You? Besides Jesus? Series

Contributed by Charles Jones on May 10, 2025

God was searching for someone to stand in the gap, to intercede, to hold back judgment, to cover the people in prayer. But He found none! Are you willing to stand in the gap?

Who’s Standing in the Gap for You? Besides Jesus? Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30 (KJV) “And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none.” Introduction: Church, I came to ask you today: Who ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Pentecostal