Sermons on No Discrimination:

“pure Religion Rejoices With The People Of God” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 29, 2015

James tells us that pure religion sees the ground as level at the foot of the cross.

“Honor God by accepting each other, as Christ has accepted you.” - Romans 15:7 (CEV) In discussing “pure religion,” James shares the same idea as Paul. Pure religion recognizes the “ground is level at the foot of the cross.” 1. An exhortation - v. 1 By ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Compassion Of Christ

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 18, 2015

When we come to a deserted place, God welcomes us with his healing grace and peace. He renews us and sends us out to share his gifts with the world. When we get tired, we come to God for rest and refreshment, and then the cycle continues.

How many of you have had days where you’re rushing from one appointment, event or chore to another without having time to get rest or have a decent meal? How many of you have had days that have been so busy that you didn’t have time to cook and instead went to a fast food restaurant? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Anglican

Prepare For Victory Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 2, 2015

This is the 4th sermon in the series "God Is Here". Christians need to prepare their lives for victory.

Series: God Is Here [#4] PREPARE FOR VICTORY Esther 4:1-17 Introduction: It is always a privilege to have Tharon home visiting. What a year he has had and it is only ½ way over. Tharon has had many victories this year way beyond the World Championship Silver and Bronze Medals. Many of you know ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Our Mission From God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 2, 2015

As Christians, we are also on a mission-a mission from God. That mission is expressed throughout the Bible, including the Beatitudes. This mission statement is a rulebook or a map for our Christian life. The Beatitudes are the good news of grace.

Those of you who have watched TV crime shows such as “CSI” or “Columbo” know that the main character is always on a mission-namely, to solve a crime. Also, anyone who has gone on a trip has also been on a mission-namely, to get to their destination. As Christians, we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Thyatira: It’s Christ’s Way Or The Highway Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the fifth message in this series that looks at the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This message examines the letter to the church at Thyatira and the dangers tolerating false teaching.

It stood like a lonely sentinel guarding an indefensible post. There were no hills to hide it, no great height to offer any fortified advantage. Yet it held the awesome responsibility of being the gateway to Pergamum, the capital of the province. Protected by only a small garrison of Macedonian ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do We Do About Our Neighborhood?

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 9, 2016

It’s a scary time and a deadly time for many. If anyone can show us the way to be good neighbors …it’s Jesus!

What Are We Going to Do About Our Neighborhood? Luke 10:25-37 
Introduction Watching Mr. Rogers Neighborhood is a pleasant childhood memory. There were real life characters like Mr. McFeely the delivery man, Lady Aberlin, Chef Brockett. But it was the puppets I loved the best … ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Eye For An Eye Makes The Whole World Blind

Contributed by Greg Colby on Aug 23, 2017

The scriptures in Exodus provide a limitation on unlimited vengeance being meted out when someone is wronged, however Jesus declared that even an eye for an eye was going too far - Jesus commands his followers to turn the other cheek - to not resist evil

Be Holy. Be Perfect. Our Gospel and our OT readings this morning present us with two illustrations of how God expects his people to live. Each one describes different things to do, and not to do – however the goal of both readings is to provide us with a framework within which to seek justice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Deuteronomy 24:10-22

Our Church Family: A Place For You To Belong

Contributed by C Jordan on Mar 12, 2014

The church is a family – a place of serving together, support and encouragement, spiritual warmth, and standing strong together.

OUR CHURCH FAMILY: A PLACE FOR YOU TO BELONG INTRO TO TOPIC: What is the church? The church is family. This is a common NT metaphor. “So now you Gentiles are no longer strangers and foreigners. You are citizens along with all of God's holy people. You are members of God's family.” ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: *other

Conformity And Holiness

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 15, 2011

This passage of scripture helps us to see a view of how Christians are to live following the resurrection.

CONFORMITY AND HOLINESS Text: I Peter 1:13 – 25 “In a recent article on the suffering church, FaithWorks listed the degrees of persecution one could face for practice of religious faith: 1. Disapproval 2. Ridicule 3. Pressure to conform 4. Loss of educational opportunities 5. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Purpose Of The Creation Story

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 3, 2018

Is Genesis theistic evolution, day-age theory, a gap, literal 6 days, a polemic, an allegory, majestic prose, intelligent design or something else? If Christians can’t agree on the timing of creation, can we agree on the purposes of the creation story?

Prelude Berasheet bara' Elohim et hashamayim ve'et ha'aretz In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. What are the secrets behind the creation stories in Genesis? Is Genesis literal, allegory, or majestic prose? What are the forgotten purposes of the creation stories? Purpose: ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pulling Down Strongholds

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Mar 5, 2013

What is a stronghold? Where does it come from? How do we pull it down?

Pulling Down Strongholds 2 Corinthians 10:3-7 What is a Stronghold? In worldly parlance a Strong hold = fortress For our purposes today… A sin or a sinful attitude that is fortified or strengthened until you can’t overcome it Sin – evil action or habit Sinful attitude - a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

Pulling Down Strongholds Series

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Mar 18, 2013

3rd in the series of sermons that discuss winning the battle Paul spoke of in Romans 7:15

Pulling Down Strongholds 2 Corinthians 10:3-7 What is a Stronghold? In worldly parlance a Strong hold = fortress For our purposes today… A sin or a sinful attitude that is fortified or strengthened until you can’t overcome it Sin – evil action or habit Sinful attitude - a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Tetelastai - The Only Word We Will Ever Need" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 21, 2014

Too many denominations creates too much chase - let stet back to The Cross

The Ultimate DecisionTetelestaiItIsFinished.gif July 21, 2014 “Coming Home” has many different emotions to all people. But the root of the idea of coming home brings a sense of contentment. In some way we think that by coming home we can reset the chaos of our lives and ease our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27

How Compassion Is Built

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 27, 2023

A sermon for the first Suday in Lent, Year A

February 26, 2023 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 4:1-11; Hebrews 4:15-16 How Compassion Is Built Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. This first Sunday in Lent always begins with the same story: Jesus’ temptation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Hebrews 4:15-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Making Distinctions; Doers Of The Word Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Sep 4, 2021

James points out the economic distinctions that we are all too likely to make in our hospitality ministry. But it wouldn’t be too big a leap to talk about racial and immigrant and gender and orientation distinctions at the same time.

Making Distinctions Doers of the Word FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B September 5 2021 James points out the economic distinctions that we are all too likely to make in our hospitality ministry. But it wouldn’t be too big a leap to talk about racial and immigrant and gender and orientation ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9, James 2:14-17

Denomination: United Methodist