Sermons on Outward Piety:

Your Purpose For Being Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 19, 2004

3rd in series of 5 messages. Five humble men discovered their purpose because they were willing to understand that there is more to life than fish

Living the Good Life Jesus came for one purpose John 10:10b “…I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Learning about Living the Good Life Finding the Source of Significance – John 1:1-13 Satisfying the Hunger for Approval – John 1:14-34 Discovering Your Purpose for Being – ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Hold These Truths

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 11, 2002

There are six truths, six values the church must hold, proclaim, and demonstrate so that others can experience God’s freedom.

Our county will turn 226 on Thursday and I asked myself, “What would Washington, Jefferson, Adams, and others think of this country almost 226 years after they wrote and approved the Declaration of Independence? Would they like it? Would they recognize it? Would they still want to live in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16, John 18:37-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Created In The Image Of God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

Scripture tells us that we were created in the Image of God. What does this mean for us today? How does it affect the way we should live our lives?

Text: Genesis 1:1-2:4a Date: Sunday, May 26, 2002 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell The opening words of Scripture set the great and mighty stage for the narrative that is about to unfold. Like a playwright designing a set for a play, God invests magnificent amounts of creative talent, ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Zephaniah - Chapter 2. Judgement Is Coming Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 7, 2016

In this section of Zephaniah chapter2. He preaches the Word of the Lord preaching a Judgement, to the earth the surrounding nations and upon Judah which is tempered with a a gracious offer and hope for a remnant

Introduction & Background God speaks through the Prophet Zephaniah, little is known of him apart from his name and pedigree. Zephaniah means - ‘Yaweh has hidden/protected’ this name given could indicate the families piety as they trusted in God during the godless reign of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Christopher Howitz on Oct 29, 2017

What are we to do with the Old Testament?

“The time has come,” Jesus said, “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (1:15) That was Jesus’ great announcement that is at the start of Mark’s gospel, at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee. And with that great announcement, the battle-lines were drawn, not ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Truth About Fasting Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 9, 2023

God has given us so much to enjoy in this world, but the results of sin is so great that the grief in our spirit overrides our physical hunger.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org 16 “Now whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting. Truly I say to you, they have their reward ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Brethren

The Truth About Godly Giving Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 2, 2023

With all the abuses about giving from false teachers, what does the Bible really teach about our giving to God?

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We have moved to the next chapter in Matthew as we continue in the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew Chapter 6. In this transition of the Chapter, we also find ourselves transitioning in Jesus’ sermon. We began with the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Brethren

Pilgrim's Path Part-6 Pure In Heart

Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 5, 2009

God has called us to be transformed from the inside out.

The Pilgrim’s Path Part-6, Mathew 5:1-12 The Pure in Heart Introduction In the forests of Northern Europe lives the ermine, a small animal known best for its snow-white fur. Legend has it that instinctively; this animal protects its glossy coat of fur with great care lest it become soiled. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Why Elders Are Important

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why Elders Are Important Acts 15:1-29 Quality leadership is best seen in the plurality of godly servants

Why Elders Are Important - Acts 15:1-29 Illustration:Peter Drucker offers insightful guidance to the church when he calls leadership a peak performance by one who is "the trumpet that sounds a clear sound of the organizations’ goals." His five requirements for this task are amazingly reliable and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Identifying And Removing Masks

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Identifying and Removing Masks - How to remove the facade to be transparent and genuine

Identifying and Removing Masks (Matt 7:1,2) Illustration:I recently read about an old man, walking the beach at dawn, who noticed a young man ahead of him picking up starfish and flinging them into the sea. Catching up with the youth, he asked what he was doing. The answer was that the stranded ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lost And Found

Contributed by Carl Willis on Aug 9, 2005

The parable of the lost sheep and the lost coin

Luke 15:1-2 (NLT) Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. [2] This made the Pharisees and teachers of religious law complain that he was associating with such despicable people—even eating with them! A Disreputable Bunch  Tax collectors and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefit Of Godly Elders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003

Here is an example of how multiple gifts, abilities and perspectives can synergistically work together for a greater total effect than the sum of several individual’s efforts. Without elders, the church can easily be led astray by one person’s agenda, per

Why Elders Are Important - Acts 15:1-29 Illustration:Peter Drucker offers insightful guidance to the church when he calls leadership a peak performance by one who is "the trumpet that sounds a clear sound of the organizations’ goals." His five requirements for this task are amazingly reliable and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confirm Your Call

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 4, 2003

The heart of the call of God is comming to the place of seeing my talents dont amount to a Hill of beans in the light of His glory & goodness.

2 PETER 1:10-11 10 Therefore, brothers and sisters, be all the more eager to confirm your call and election, for if you do this, you will never stumble. 11 For in this way, entry into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ will be richly provided for you. WHERE THERE IS A ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10-11, 2 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life's Most Rewarding Fixation

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 20, 2003

Every man’s heart is fixed on something. Blessed is the man whose heart if fixed on God.

LIFE’S MOST REWARDING FIXATION "He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord. His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he sees his desire upon his enemies." Psalm 112:7-8 KJV. I. EVERY MAN’S HEART IS FIXED ON SOMETHING. "Choose you this day ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost, Vocation And The Priesthood

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Jun 1, 2001

An exploration for Pentecost on the call of God to all Christians, as well as the obvious call to the priesthood, given as my last sermon prior to Ordination.

Pentecost, Vocation and the Priesthood Given at St.Barthomew’s Parish Church, Ripponden, West Yorkshire, England, 3rd June 2001 TEXT: “I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh: your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men shall see visions and your old men shall dream dreams” In the name ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican