Sermons on Organising:

The Credible Christian Household Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 17, 2002

The Credible Christian household depends on those within it being submitted to one another, offering hospitality to others and using their tongues only to build up.

I want us to spend some time today thinking about what a Christian household might look like. Mind you I don’t mean just any Christian household. Of course I mean a credible Christian household. Well, what is it that might characterise a credible Christian household? Is there something about a ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

People On A Mission Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

Being a disciple means being called to mission. This isn’t an optional extra.

By Rev Bill Stewart Can I begin by asking you to cast your mind back? For some of us it will only be a short time for others it may be somewhat longer. Cast your mind back to the first time your Christian faith really came alive for you. When was it? Why was it? When I was in primary school my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Who Is Jesus

Contributed by Martyn Baxter on Nov 24, 2008

Who do people say that Jesus is? Who do you say that Jesus is?

There are two questions I want to point us in the direction of from this passage of scripture; Mathew ch 16 v 13 Jesus asks, “Who do people say that the son of man is?” And Mathew ch 16 v 15 where Jesus asks “But who do you say that I am?” We start the narrative with this discourse between Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Meaning Of Discipleship

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 9, 2014

The first part of my New Year message for 2014 focuses upon the meaning of discipleship

[A note to the reader: Please note this is not intended to be an expository sermon. I do use the Bible text in question but I relate this to a particular time at a particular church and what God is doing in our midst. If it helps you, great!] A few things that you’ll rarely, if ever, hear in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:17-20

Denomination: Anglican

Young King Solomon Was Wise Enough To Know He Was Stupid!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jun 10, 2012

What is it we ask God for; is it out of selfish motives or out of what God wants?

I wonder what motivates us as individuals and as a congregation? I remember doing a Kiwi Host course about twenty years ago and I found out that eight percent of the population wake up every morning motivated by the one thought on their minds and that thought is “whose life can I make ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-15

Denomination: Salvation Army

World-As-It-Is To World-As-It-Should-Be | Jesus The Only Hope | Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Mar 12, 2023

The world-as-it-is, is a pretty messed up place. We cannot fix it by ourselves. Good news is that there is one person who can. Let us put our faith in Jesus Christ alone. Join Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD, as he expounds on this idea.

World-as-it-is to World-as-it-should-be We cannot escape bad news even if we want to, nowadays. Media channels and social media scream out bad news to us, unless we are on a media fast. We are just sort of coming out of the pandemic. The World health organisation is still not sure that they can ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:2, Job 12:7-10, Job 42:2, Psalm 22:28, Isaiah 2:2-5, Isaiah 9:2, John 8:12, 2 Corinthians 4:6, 1 Peter 2:9, John 6:35, John 10:9, John 10:11, John 11:25-26, John 14:27, Hebrews 4:14-16, John 13:1, John 13:13-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 3, 2004

Palm Sunday reveals to us the motif of Jesus’ Messiahship - The Suffering Servant

Thornage/ Stiffkey 04-04-04 This morning’s Gospel reading describes Jesus’ Triumphal entry into Jerusalem - which happened at the beginning of one of the most momentous weeks in Antiquity – in AD 29. Resume. Jesus decided to go into Jerusalem, even though it was a dangerous place for him. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Anglican

Spiritual Success Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008

Faithful in word deed and service you can also Listen at www.preaching.co.nr

FAITHFULNESS "General Booth of the Salvation Army was once asked the secret of his success, He hesitated a second, then with tears in his eyes, said, ’I will tell the secret. God has had all there was of me to have," BIBLICAL SUCCESS Success is simply to succeed in whatever you are doing, as the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part 12 - Matthew 10:11-15 - They Can Go To Hell? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 15, 2010

I have heard the terms "GO TO HELL" and "SEE YOU IN HELL" used all too casually over the years. Hell, as described in the Bible, is not something you would wish on even your worst enemies.

Part 12 - Matthew 10:11-15 - THEY CAN GO TO HELL? I was speaking to someone about New Zealand a couple of days ago and how when we went there we had explored the colourful natural volcanic areas of Rotorua - bubbling mud, steaming ground and geysers, huge volcanic craters and weird and wonderful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:11-15, Matthew 10:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 4 - Genesis 21:22-34 - What You See Is What You Get! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Aug 30, 2010

What would it look like if I were to LIVE MY LIFE in such a way that people could see THE PRESENCE OF GOD IN ME? Abraham lived his life like this. At one point a king called Abimelech comes to him and says, "God is obviously with you, helping you in every

Part 4 - Genesis 21:22-34 - WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET! I was talking with a Jewish friend at work the other day. She said "I don’t like evangelicals!" I said that it was unfortunate because I was one, and that she was working for an evangelical organisation. She said "I don’t like people trying ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Found In Jesus; Or The Sheila What Lost A Silver Coin! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 5, 2012

The parable of the lost coin, what does it mean and what part do we have on behalf of God finding lost sinners so that they too can become citizens of heaven and found in Jesus? Read on!

Found in Jesus; or The Sheila what lost a silver coin! This week being Red Shield appeal week is an interesting one, it’s always interesting to see the generosity of the public as they respond to The Salvation Army as an organisation. This year some of the response has been about assistance ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Mass Evangelism: Preaching To The Multitudes Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 16, 2025

Mass evangelism remains one of the most effective ways to spread the gospel. Whether through open-air preaching, large crusades, or digital outreach, preaching to multitudes has the power to bring revival, repentance, and transformation.

MASS EVANGELISM: PREACHING TO THE MULTITUDES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:14-41 "Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd..." (Acts 2:14, NIV) Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 16:15, Luke 4:18-19, Romans 10:14-15, Jonah ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Empowered To Win Spiritual Battles

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 11, 2025

Spiritual battles are real. Behind many physical struggles lie invisible forces working to oppose the plans of God for our lives. As believers, we must recognise that the Christian life is not a playground, but a battleground.

EMPOWERED TO WIN SPIRITUAL BATTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:10-12 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 10:3–5, James 4:7, Romans 8:37, 1 Peter 5:8–9, Isaiah 54:17 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual battles are real. Behind many physical struggles lie invisible forces working to oppose the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Giving God Glory For His Fishermen Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009

A sermon honouring those who minister in our church

“Giving God Glory for His Fishermen – Luke 5:1-11” Gladstone Baptist Church – 18/2/07 am You know, Pastors commonly suffer from weekly emotional cycles. Women have monthly cycles – Pastor’s have weekly cycles. You see, Sundays are a busy day – they are an exciting day – when the adrenaline ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Giving

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 25, 2013

Principles on Giving. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Illustrations of Godly Giving (vs 1-9): #1: The Macedonians (vs 1-5) #2: Jesus Christ (vs 9) (2). Hindrances to Godly Giving (vs 10-15): #1: Procrastination (vs 10-11a) #2: Hesitation (vs 11b-12) #3: Overreaction (vs 12) #4: Exception (vs 13-15) (3). Principles Regarding ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-24

Denomination: Brethren