Sermons on Obligation:

What Do You Want To Know, Bible Survey 101 Part Ii

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Apr 12, 2008

We must always be careful in using Old Testament law to determine our actions today.

What Do You Want To Know Bible Survey 101 Part II Last week I left off with: When you build with bricks you have to be careful, some times you brick yourself in and you have no where to go. (Embellish on notes from last week) We must always be careful in using Old Testament law to determine our ...read more

Scripture: John 8:4-11

Denomination: Nazarene

I Am Free

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Apr 22, 2014

I am free to honor the Lord through the way I live and through the way I die

Jesus followers are free. In North America our perspective of the word "free" is much different than our Christian counterparts in other parts of the world like, China, Pakistan, India, Iran, Egypt, Syria and North Korea. In those parts of the world Jesus followers are Spiritually free in every ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Leadership In The Early Church Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

By necessity, any group of people who hope to attain certain goals has to have leaders. Organization is an essential component in the body of Christ, just as it is in the existence of any living organism.

By necessity, any group of people who hope to attain certain goals has to have leaders. Organization is an essential component in the body of Christ, just as it is in the existence of any living organism. If there is one thing that the universe compels us to believe about its Creator, it is that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

"Tricky Words, Tricky Questions”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 16, 2020

Taxes, Taxes California is considering a "Wealth and Exit Tax" Religious leaders need Jesus dead. Jesus would have said, "Whose image is on you?" “Are you reflecting God’s character?” if the discussion continued. It did not.

In Jesus Holy Name October 18, 2020 Text: Matthew 21:45,46a, 22:15 Redeemer “Tricky Words, Tricky Questions” Benjamin Franklin has often been quoted as saying, "In this world, nothing is certain but death and taxes." Many have figured out ways ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15, Luke 20:20-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Developing A Great And Intimate Relationship With God, The Son - Jesus - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 14, 2021

Now that you have had a glimpse of God, the Father, it's time to understand who God, the Son is.

A. What is YOUR answer to each of these questions: 1. Who is Jesus? 2. Is He your personal Savior? 3. Is He the center of your thoughts? 4. Do you accept the total redemption He paid for you or do you think you have to earn it somehow? 5. Do you have to pay penitence for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40, 1 John 3:2-3, 1 John 4:7-21, Jeremiah 29:11-13, Ephesians 3:14-21, Psalm 103:8-14, Proverbs 2:1-5, Ephesians 2:6-7, John 14:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Authorities Distinguished Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 19, 2021

The plot was to twist Jesus' words in order to accuse Him. To accomplish this trickery Jewish authorities, attempt to implicate Jesus in rebellion against the Roman Government.

LUKE 20: 20-26 [JESUS’ LAST WEEK SERIES] AUTHORITIES DISTINGUISHED [Roman 13:1–7] The leaders now step back from personally trying to discredit the popular teacher. They hire spies to do their dirty work hoping to catch Jesus off guard as the spies’ act interested and innocent. Christ though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Beggars On Lambton Quay

Contributed by Darryl Ward on Mar 26, 2017

A sermon about how we should respond to begging

I have lived in the Wellington Region for well over 30 years, and during this time, I have seen many changes in the urban landscape. Buildings have come and gone. Whole streets have disappeared, and new ones have emerged. But one change I find particularly disturbing is that it is now an everyday ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Anglican

To Follow Jesus, We Must Make Down Time Introduction: Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 16, 2021

If machines need some down time to reconnect properly, maybe you and I need some down time to recorrect properly with Jesus.

Introduction: On Thursday, a week ago, our washing machine broke, so I called Southern Appliances and the lady told me to unplug the machine from the wall outlet for sixty seconds then re-plug-it back in. She went on to say that in those electronic machines sometimes a reboot is all it takes. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Within Boundaries

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 27, 2022

The theme or our text is walking the extra mile, grace within boundaries.

Grace Within Boundaries (Matthew 5:38-42) 1. A Catholic priest, a Baptist evangelist, and an Assembly of God minister were in a row boat in the middle of a pond fishing. None of them had caught anything all day. The evangelist stands up, says he needs to go to the bathroom climbs out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Part Two: Walking That Extra Mile

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 3, 2022

As a Rabbi, Jesus was interpreting and applying teachings from the Torah for His followers, addressing issues that were in rabbinic debate in this era.

Part Two: Walking That Extra Mile Matthew 5:38-48 It was a sweltering August day in 1937 when the Cohen brothers entered the posh Dearborn, Michigan, offices of Henry Ford, the car maker. "Mr. Ford," announced Norman Cohen, the eldest of the three. "We have a remarkable invention ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living, Loving And Leading Like Jesus | A Deep Dive | Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Aug 23, 2024

Many of us have heard this phrase of Live, Love and Lead like Jesus. Many a times this becomes a cliche and we don't go beyond the obvious meaning of those words. Dr. Madana Kumar dives deep into this phrase and brings out the full implications of doing this in real life.

Living, Leading and Loving Like Jesus All of you are familiar with Lead like Jesus. So it is safe to assume that you have heard the words “Live, love and lead like Jesus” many times. The Lord has laid it on my heart to examine this statement a bit more this morning. Living like Jesus is a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27, 1 John 2:6, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, John 13:34-35, John 15:12, Ephesians 5:2, 1 John 3:16, 1 John 4:10-11, Matthew 20:25-28, John 13:1-17, John 21:15-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Separation Of The Sheep And The Goats PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Explores Matthew 25:31-46, emphasizing the importance of serving others as a reflection of our faith and a path to eternal life.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a blessing to be gathered together in the house of the Lord, to lean into His word and be nourished by His truth. We find ourselves today at the foot of a majestic and humbling passage of Scripture. We stand on the precipice of a profound ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Topics: Separation

Lest We Forget

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Nov 14, 2023

What is the spiritual awareness lesson from John 21:1-14? We must not forget to tell the world about Jesus.

Lest We Forget John 21:1-14 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 21:1 After these things Jesus manifested Himself again to the disciples at the Sea of Tiberias, and He manifested Himself in this way. 2 Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The Lordship Of Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024

This sermon explores the profound implications of recognizing, revering, and responding to the Lordship of Jesus in every aspect of our lives.

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. We find ourselves today in the comforting embrace of fellowship, ready to ponder the profound truths of our faith. We are here to reflect on the Lordship of Jesus, a theme so central to our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Topics: Lordship

Generosity Unleashed PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

This sermon explores the theme of generosity, emphasizing that it's a lifestyle reflecting our relationship with God, who is the source of all generosity.

Greetings, beloved family of God. I am so thrilled to be standing here today, sharing in the warmth of fellowship, and the joy of our shared faith. It is a privilege to be in a place where we can gather to discuss the beautiful truths of God's Word. And today, we stand at the foot of a mountain of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

Topics: Giving