Sermons on Old Scriptures:

A Call For Youth Commitment

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 6, 2020

Youth is fleeting. Think about the long term not present minute.

Depending on your available technology you can draw a picture of of a head with the lights are on, but nobody’s home look on the board or use one from the Internet. You have probably heard someone say or maybe you said it yourself, “Hey. I’m young! I have lots of time to live for ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:8-10, Ecclesiastes 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Is Baptism Necessary For Salvation?

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Jul 21, 2023

Baptism to be fully immersed in water. As the Israelites escaped Egypt through the Red Sea, our old man dies, and we are raised into newness of Life in Christ Jesus. Our old man is buried, and we live in resurrection life.

How many of us remember when we were Baptized, fully emersed in water? I remember the day I was baptized. At that time in my life, I had grown up in a church that christened Children. My parents had me christened as a child. Our church practiced infant baptism called Christening due to their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-4, Mark 16:15-16, Galatians 3:13, Romans 5:12-17, 1 Corinthians 10:1-11, Colossians 2:11-13, 1 Peter 3:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Building Blocks: A New Covenant

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Jul 28, 2024

God entered into covenant 6 times and man failed every time. What makes this new covenant different and why does it matter to us?

Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today in the sight of God to join together this man and this woman in Holy Matrimony. Marriage is a sacred and joyous covenant, which should be entered into reverently. Now, you may be thinking, “But Scott, it’s Sunday morning, we’re not here ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Stubborn People (Deuteronomy 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 27, 2024

Are we just as stubborn as ancient Israel? Let's explore Deuteronomy 9.

Is it good for us to be reminded of our sins? Is it easy to become self-righteous? Is there a law that gives us freedom from sin? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 9. What was about to happen to the people of Israel? Hear, O Israel: You are to cross over the Jordan today, and go in to dispossess nations ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation Management-101—3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 9, 2001

Part 3 of a 4 part sermon dealing with the importance of managing temptation effectively so that it will not become sin, thus freeing God to work in our lives.

Temptation Management-III—Luke 4:1-13 Johnny’s first day of school./Class was to put their right hands over their hearts & repeat the Pledge of Alliegence. The teacher watched the children as he started the pledge, "I pledge allegiance to the flag..." She stopped when she noticed Johnny’s right ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Golf And The Christian Life

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 28, 2004

This morning I’m going to attempt to compare the Game of Golf and the Christian Life. I have found that there are some good ways to help illustrate how we should live our Christian life, through this game we call Golf.

Golf and the Christian Life Pastor Glenn Newton 8-4-02 Romans 10:11-15 “ As the Scripture says, "Anyone who trusts in him will never be put to shame." 12 For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile--the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, 13 for, "Everyone who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:11-15

Denomination: Nazarene

The Belt Of Truth Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 31, 2006

In the spiritual battle we are called to be those whose lives are in solidarity with the life of Jesus. Are we going to live as He wants us to live? Or are we going to live with our own purposes in mind?

Ephesians 6:14a The Belt of Truth Scripture Readings:- Isaiah 11:1-9 2 Corinthians 4:1-12 Ephesians 6:10-18 Sermon Text Ephesians 6:14a Congregation of the Lord Jesus Christ, In the Macquarie Dictionary the word "truth" has 10 different definitions. • “Truth” can be a description of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

Smacking Yourself Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 5, 2012

Exposition of 1 Timothy

Text: Matt 4:18-20, Title: Weigh In or Filet Out, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/9/12, AM Opening illustration: Note the difference between the big time “rock star” fisherman at a tournament, and the guy who hits the pond early in the morning on his day off. “I have to be frank with you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Read And Heed Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 26, 2011

The only parts of the Bible we believe are the parts we DO. As we read God's word with humility and awe (and a willingness to obey) we are transformed.

Kathleen Norris tells the story of a South Dakota rancher and his bride who received a leather-bound Bible as a wedding gift from the groom’s grandfather. They wrote a thank-you note and stowed the Bible away on a closet shelf, out of the way. As time passed, the grandfather repeatedly ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:3

Denomination: Congregational

Value The Glory Of God’s Word

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 19, 2010

Transfiguration (A) - Believers value the glory of God’s word. God’s word comes from eyewitnesses. God’s word comes by God’s will.

VALUE THE GLORY OF GOD’S WORD (Outline) February 14, 2010 - Transfiguration - 2 PETER 1:16-21 INTRO: Today we stand at the threshold of the Lenten season. Before we enter into the days that reveal the great humiliation of Jesus we are privileged to stand on the mount of glory. At ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Weapon God Supplies Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 8, 2009

The words of the Word are the sword God has given to each Christian to defend the territory assigned. We must learn the Word and employ the Word, if we will successfully resist the evil one.

“Take … the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” God’s Word is the sole weapon provided to His people to enable them to fulfil His charge to stand firm on the ground that He won through sacrifice. Whenever we think of the Bible, we seldom think of it in militaristic terms. However, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Is Risen And That Is What We Believe. Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on May 14, 2011

Although the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10), our searching the Scriptures does us no good if we do not seek an understanding of this Godly wisdom by delving into the deeper things revealed to us by the Holy Spirit.

Christ has risen. Matthew 28:1-17 Regardless of how you view the 28th chapter of Matthew, the point of the narrative found in it is a dead man came back to life and got out of his grave. When we consider the events that redefined everything the world knew about God, life, and death; we develop a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: *other

A Christian Is... A Believer Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 8, 2015

Let’s talk about those beliefs that should be held by all those who call themselves Christians (Adapted from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is... God's Answer to Man's Question, Introduction and Chapter 1, pgs. 3-21)

HoHum: A little boy came home from Vacation Bible School one day, ran into the living room, and asked his dad, “What is a Christian?” The dad said, “Son, a Christian is one who has confessed his faith in Jesus Christ. He has repented of his sins and has been baptized. He is ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deviant Worship Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 17, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ is God, your worship must not deviate from acceptable scriptural forms.

Deviant Worship 1 Kings 12:26-33 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is God, your worship must not deviate from acceptable scriptural forms. I. Deviant worship will violate a biblical absolute. v. 26 A. Wrong god (Ex 20:3) B. Wrong manner (Lev. 10:1-2) C. Wrong motive Prv ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:26-33

Denomination: Baptist

How Can Authentic Worship Be Restored? Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 17, 2015

Proposition: Because Christ is the only acceptable Mediator, you must give scriptural worship to Him regardless of whether you feel you were enriched or not.

How Can Authentic Worship Be Restored? 1 Kings 18:20-39 Proposition: Because Christ is the only acceptable Mediator, you must give scriptural worship to Him regardless of whether you feel you were enriched or not. When Solomon came to the throne there was godly leadership, peace and unity in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Baptist