Sermons on Not Conforming:

Songs We Sing: "must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 5, 2025

The song we will focus on is the worst hymn that has ever been produced (IN MY OPINION). Why is this hymn the worst? This hymn is the worst because it teaches incorrect theology about Jesus Christ.

SONGS WE SING: ‘MUST JESUS BEAR THE CROSS ALONE?’ 1 Peter 2:21-25, Matthew 16:24-25 #BadBadHymn SING ‘MUST JESUS BEAR THE CROSS ALONE’ INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing.” Part of worshipping God is singing. It is not the only part, but is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25, Matthew 16:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can I Live A Happy Life?

Contributed by David Cook on Aug 3, 2022

Real happiness in life comes from anchoring our lives in God's Word.

If you were to ask your family or friends this question, "What is the one thing you want most in this life?" What do you think their answer would be? What is the first answer that pops into your mind? I bet many people would answer that question like this, "I just want to be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

11th Sunday After Pentecost. August 24th, 2025. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 15, 2022

Year C, Proper 16.

Jeremiah 1:4-10, Psalm 71:1-6, Isaiah 58:9-14, Psalm 103:1-8, Hebrews 12:18-29, Luke 13:10-17 A). A COMMON CALL. Jeremiah 1:4-10. Throughout history both the Church in general, and churches in particular, have published books of Common Order, Common Worship, and Common Prayer; common ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10, Psalm 71:1-6, Isaiah 58:9-14, Psalm 103:1-8, Hebrews 12:18-29, Luke 13:10-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gifts

Contributed by Dennis King on Aug 26, 2022

What do you think of when "gifts" are mentioned? Usually, when Christians think of "gifts," we think of giving 10%, or less, to the Church. How backward is that?

Gifts What do you think of when I mention the word "gifts?" Usually, when Christians think of "gifts," we think of giving a small portion of money to the Church. Are you kidding me? Since everything is God's to begin with, how backward is that? Oh, how the sin of pride ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:1-2, Psalm 116:12

Denomination: Baptist

La Esencia De La Vida

Contributed by Ruthie Velazquez-Paredes on Sep 5, 2022

Durante miles de años el hombre ha tratado de responder a esta pregunta. ¿Cuál es el significado de la vida? Veamos que dice la Biblia al respecto.

¿Cual es el sentido de la vida? ¿Cual es el inicio de esta? ¿Porque estoy aqui en la tierra? Estas preguntas y muchas otras similares pueden abrir una "caja de pandora" que nos llevarán a un dilema interminable creando otras preguntas como: ¿Por qué pasamos ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Have It God's Way Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 5, 2022

Yes, Jesus accepted this world for what it is, for what we made it … twisted, broken, and full of hurt … but He so loves the world that He came to die for our sins on the cross, not to condemn us but that we might be saved through Him.

[This series is based on Reinhold Niebuhr's "The Serenity Prayer" (the full version). This sermon is based on the line: "Taking, as Jesus did, this world as it is and not as I would have it." It was also delivered on Communion Sunday, so it leads to gathering at the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:10, Jonah 4:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Stay On Target Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 19, 2024

Stay on Target Series: Fan the Flame (2 Timothy) Brad Bailey – January 28, 2024

Stay on Target Series: Fan the Flame (2 Timothy) Brad Bailey – January 28, 2024 Intro One of the most fascinating things in life… is that it seems that it is only at the end of life that we get a perspective on what really matters… on if our lives have meaning and purpose. If you want to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-15, 1 Timothy 1:5-7, 2 Timothy 2:19-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Journey Towards Transformation: "The Damascus Road” Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 1, 2024

In a moment, Paul was transformed, where the confronter became the confronted. The hunter became the hunted. The accuser was now the accused. And while he thought he had the authority, in that moment he found himself powerless when he heard the true voice of authority.

A Journey Towards Transformation?“The Damascus Road” Acts 9:1-19 Thinking about this whole idea that we’ll be exploring in our Easter message, “God Will Make a Way,” the concept of the various roads that both Jesus and His disciples took up to and following His resurrection came to mind. We’ll ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Foursquare

Putting Off The Old Life Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 11, 2024

Believers are to behave differently than unbelievers.

Putting Off the Old Life Ephesians 4:17-24 Rev. Brian Bill March 9-10, 2024 This past Sunday night, a 17-year-old follower of Christ named Jennifer Jeffries impressed the American Idol judges with her original song called “Change My Ways.” The lyrics speak of her being so independent that she had ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Resoutions

Contributed by Jeremy Meier on Jan 3, 2023

The average American's New Year's resolution(s) last only 32 days. This morning, we're going to talk about a resolution I think we can all get behind and take to heart—living for God.

Dear gracious and heavenly Father, thank you for today—a new year! Thank you for all you did in and through us in 2022. We are thankful and proud of our accomplishments, both individually and as a church, but…help us look forward toward the future. Give us the wisdom now to use the guidance You ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 43:16-19, Luke 9:62, Romans 15:4, Proverbs 1:5, Acts 20:24, Romans 14:8, Matthew 10:39, Isaiah 41:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ek: The Greek Word For "of"

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 4, 2023

Ek is the Greek word meaning “of” or “out.” It speaks to origin as in “from out of.” When we accepted Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, we experienced "Ek" as it related to ore relationship with God.

EK (Greek Word Meaning “Of”) Scripture: First John 4:4; 5:4; John 3:3-7; Romans 5:12, 19 “You are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is He that is in you, than he that is in the world.” (First John 4:4) The title of my message this morning is “Ek.” Ek is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4, 1 John 5:4, Romans 5:12, John 3:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mega Storms Of Life

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jan 18, 2023

Jesus calms the Sea of Galilee

Mega Storms of Life Mark 4:35-41 Good morning. According to ranker.com, the 1991 Perfect Storm was named by a weatherman named Bob Case, who saw three separate storms on track to converge off the coast of Nova Scotia. The weather systems combined to create a single massive nor'easter that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Sin No Quarter

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 21, 2023

We fight sin in our lives and in the life of the nation.

Perry’s Scope 9 Give Sin No Quarter For years I have heard Christians are to draw a parallel to heaven with the Hebrews’ entrance into Canaan. Songs like “On Jordan’s Stormy Banks I Stand” reinforce this idea. The first stanza of the song reads: On Jordan's stormy banks I stand, and cast a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 17:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sacred Name

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 18, 2023

Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? "Do not take Name of the Lord your God in vain, for God will not hold you guiltless," meaning He will not forgive that.

Today, "The Sacred Name". Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? Consider the rich benefits of keeping the Ten Commandments. It's the blueprint for a great society in America. America has lost its moral compass, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The High Priestly Prayer Of Jesus (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 17, 2023

Part 2 of a 2-part sermon that examines the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus as he prayed for God’s glory to be displayed in his life, and as he prayed for victory for the disciples who will carry the work forward on his behalf.

If you’re like me, one of the most frustrating aspects of my spiritual life is my prayer life. I don’t ever feel like I am praying enough. I feel like my mind wanders too often in prayer. I feel like my prayers are too repetitive at times. I don’t know why my appetite for prayer isn’t higher than ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational