Sermons on Non Practicing:

Is There Direct Evidence That Proves The Historicity Of Jesus?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 9, 2024

You may not like the answer....

You may not like the answer, but it is - NO! There is no direct empirical evidence (i.e., primary or reliable secondary sources) or absolute proof that Jesus existed. Unfortunately, to the chagrin of atheists and agnostics, there is no audio or video evidence of any person alive today who was there ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:2, Hebrews 6:18, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One In Christ

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Aug 13, 2018

Like the Ephesians we live in an increasingly pagan world. Satan has provided us with lots of ,temple of Diana like, competitors. In spite of this, Like the Ephesians, Christ has made us to be His one body.

One in Christ Ephesians 2:11-21 July 22, 2018 The early church was faced with the challenge of preaching the saving Gospel to Jews and non Jews who had vastly different cultures, vastly different values, and incompatible religious backgrounds. Additionally the non Jews had few morals. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-21

Denomination: Lutheran

It's Not Always Easy!

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Nov 6, 2000

A sermon that looks at the hard side of discipleship by focusing on four character traits that a real disciple develops.

It's Not Always Easy! The Tough Side of Discipleship Luke 14:25-35 We all know about how messed up things are in our world. But do we know that they aren’t much better in the church. In the article "The American Witness" in the Nov/Dec 1997 issue of The Barna Report, George Barna examined 131 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Testifying Truth

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 26, 2018

The Sanhedrin again seek to put Christ and Christianity on trial, even though Jesus has been crucified, dead and buried.

Mid-Week Message/Devotion April 25, 2018 Acts 4:5-12 We are reading through this account of Peter and the apostles being queried by yet another gathering of what amounts to a self-appointed council. Why do I say self-appointed? You see this council of Jewish priests – the Sanhedrin was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obvious Evangelists And The Crazy Woman

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Mar 28, 2019

Is there only one way to share our faith? Or can a baseball player, a prostitute and a shoe shop owner teach us something of the variety of ways out there. Preached Easter Sunday 2018 at St Barnabas Northolt Park

..................... A former crazy woman. Possibly… probably(?).... a prostitute Would this be an obvious person to pick as an evangelist? “Mary Magdalene went and announced to the disciples “I have seen the Lord” and she went and told them that he had said these things to her” (John 20:18) I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18, Luke 1:39-45, Acts 8:26-40, John 1:35-51

Denomination: Anglican

Avoiding A Life Of Fruitlessness And Frustration Through Prayer. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the importance of prayer in the life of a believer, highlighting the consequences of neglecting this vital discipline.

As believers, we often find ourselves caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life. With numerous responsibilities and obligations competing for our attention, it's easy to neglect one of the most essential aspects of our spiritual lives: prayer. In this sermon, we'll explore the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5, Galatians 5:22-23

Neighborhater - Pt. 3 - Skin Deep Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019

Neighbors. There are good ones and then those we wished would move. Have we become Neighborhaters? Can’t we get along?

Mr. Rogers Sound Track plays in dark - Lights Come on Pastor Enters from Stage Door and lip syncs to track Skin Deep I. Introduction He put on colorful sweaters. Changed his shoes. Sang a goofy song (Did you know he wrote most of the songs on the show - He was an accomplished pianist and had a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8, Acts 10:9-16, Galatians 2:11-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pushing Away The Truth Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 16, 2001

There is a price to be paid for pushing the truth away.

A. Introduction: Can you recall a time in which you tried to give an excuse after you were caught doing something wrong or if not wrong, not the best thing to do? During my senior year of college, I overslept one morning and made the decision to skip my second hour class – the first one of ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Introduction Series

Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002

A look at the Book of Romans

Romans Outline Chapter 1:1 – 15 Do I Ever Have Something To Tell You Chapter 1:16 - 17 Truth, As Powerful As Dynamite Chapter 1:18 - 32 Would God Send A Whole World To Hell? Chapter 2 Religion Won’t Save You Chapter 3 Prove That You Are Not A Good Person Chapter 4 Work Or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Should Christians Be Fighting A Culture War?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

Have you ever heard the phrase "the culture war?" It's a blanket phrase that describes the various cultural "conflicts" between perhaps more conservative and more liberal beliefs in real world society.

Have you ever heard the phrase "the culture war?" It's a blanket phrase that describes the various cultural "conflicts" between perhaps more conservative and more liberal beliefs in real world society. Images come to mind of the the battle over Christmas, yard signs that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:21, 2 Kings 23:14, Daniel 6:24-28, Daniel 1:12, 2 Kings 23:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Proclaiming The Gospel Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 7, 2012

Proclaiming the Gospel. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: We must preach the word (vs 1-2a) We must correct the incorrect (vs 2b-4) We must discharge the duties (vs 5) We must run the race (vs 6-8) SERMON BODY: Reading: 2 Timothy chapter 4 verses 1-8. Ill: • A man wrote to a pastor of a large Church saying; • “I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

Put Off... Put On.... Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 8, 2009

Christians are to put off the old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires and put on the new self created to be like God!

Sometime this morning, you decided you were going to go to church. And so, you decided what to wear to church and you put on the clothes you are wearing now. We do this daily don’t we? We decide what clothes to put on for the day! Of course, some of you took a little longer than others to decide ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"What We Believe About The Lord’s Supper"

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 25, 2011

What do we believe about the Lord’s Supper at First Baptist Church?

Our church says: “The Lord’s Supper is a symbolic act of obedience whereby members of the church memorialize the death of the Lord Jesus Christ and anticipate His second coming.” Jesus commanded His church to perform the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper. Here, Paul gives instructions ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Christian Church?

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 20, 2005

Many people often ask, what is the Christian church and what do we believe? This message is a description of New Testament Christianity

“What is the Christian Church?” Introduction: A lot of people have the mindset that it does not matter where they go to church, as long as they are going. I do not think that this is the truth. First of all, the church is not a building, and many places that have the word church on their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Understand The Plan” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 28, 2008

What are the key elements involved in seeing God use His people to reach their world for Christ?

As we think about the call of God for us to share our faith with a world that does not know Him, we would do well to understand God’s plan for how He wants to use believers to reach our world for Him. As a local body of believers, I think it is important that we, as a church, understand the key ...read more

Denomination: Baptist