Sermons on Pagan Holidays:

The Mission-Driven Life (Col. 4:2–6) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015

Exposition of Col. 4:2–6

The Mission-Driven Life “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. Be wise in the way you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unmarried And Widows Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 21, 2018

In this passage the apostle develops guidelines for the unmarried and widows, the married believers, and mixed marriages. Some of the topics covered are; celibacy, chastity, marriage, stoicism, and virgins.

December 7, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 6.2: The Unmarried and Widows Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7.8-16 1 Cor 7.8-16 (KJV) 8 I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Bill Scott on Jul 5, 2013

an exposition of psalm 23

PSA 23:1 The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. PSA 23:2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. PSA 23:3 He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness For His name's sake. PSA 23:4 ¶ Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Cost Of Success

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 27, 2005

This sermon deals with risking paying a price to be obedient to God.

The Cost Of Success Daniel 1:1-10 1 Peter 4:12-19 If someone were to ask you, what does it mean to be successful, what kind of images begin to pop into your mind. For many of us the first thing that comes to mind is money, for others it may be a graduation, a promotion on the job, winning ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Breaking Barriers And Building Bridges

Contributed by Steven Dow on Feb 11, 2005

Jesus shattered the stereotypes of "us" and "them."

BREAKING BARRIERS AND BUILDING BRIDGES Theme: Jesus Shatters the Stereotypes of “Us” and “Them” February 13, 2005 Introduction: In 1962, George Wallace ran for governor of Alabama on a platform that was blatantly racist. He promised to fight integration to the point of defying federal orders ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

The Spirit-Filled Life

Contributed by Chris Talton on Mar 19, 2004

This sermon is on self-control and the Spirit’s role in enabling us to achieve the goals we have to gain control over our selves.

February 15, 2004 Galatians 5:22-23 “The Spirit-filled Life” INTRODUCTION In Scotland, during the early days of aviation, a stunt pilot was selling rides in his single engine airplane. One day he got into an argument with an old farmer who insisted upon taking his wife along on ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:23

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Ready

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 29, 2004

In this text Paul tells us 3 things about the second coming. (1 Thessalonians pt - 5)

“Getting Ready For The Second Coming” 1 Thessalonians Part Five 4:13-5:11 A new preacher had just begun his sermon. He was a little nervous, and about ten minutes into the talk his mind went blank. He remember what they had taught him in seminary to do when a situation like this would arise- ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Shall We Be One?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 9, 2004

Truth separates so we need a scorecard and denominations until we are Raptured.

We sing the songs of Zion saying that we are one in the Spirit and one in the Lord and while we are marching we are not divided all one body we, but in practice we are not. We sing the ideals and walk in the stark reality. Paul emphasizes in Ephesians 4:4-6 the unity and oneness of the Church ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Man's Home Is His Castle

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jul 25, 2003

This is the first sermon in a series on Esther. It focuses on control. We can’t control life or anything about it. But we can yield control to God.

Esther 1 July 27, 2003 “A man’s home is his castle” INTRODUCTION A rather weak-willed husband who was having some trouble getting his wife to submit to him went to a psychiatrist to get some help. He was advised by the psychiatrist to assert himself. "You don’t have to let your ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus In Action

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 3, 2004

And in this chapter the good Doctor records for us 4 encounters that Jesus had with 4 very different people...(

"JESUS IN ACTION" LUKE CHAPTER 7 INTRODUCTION Before the world was created -- before man was ever formed by the hand of God. God the father; God the Son; and God the Spirit were together. They have always been....THEY WERE/ARE/WILL ALWAYS BE... When Moses asked God who should he tell ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Zero To Hero Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Mar 27, 2006

The world has a twisted view today of what makes a hero. But God says the real heroes aren’t the ones that can fly or shoot webbing, the real heroes, the spiritual heroes are the ones that will give their lives to follow Him. These heroes have greater spi

FROM ZERO TO HERO HEROES TO MODEL YOUR LIFE AFTER(DAVID) I Samuel 17:1-11, 24-25, 32-33 ILL. Rudy the movie- small kid, no athletic ability, had a dream of playing football. Went to Notre Dame and wanted to make the football team. His family said he couldn’t do it, his friends said he couldn’t do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Part 2 - Unity Without Group Think Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 29, 2006

Part 2 of this message looks at the difference between Unity and Groupthink. Unity is based on faith and the knowledge of Christ while group think is based on persuasion and group pressure.

Unity and Sound Doctrine (Part 2) Unity Vs. Group Think One of the most powerful tools in the enemy’s arsenal is Group Think. There is a big difference between Group Think and Unity and it is just as much the Christian’s responsibility to avoid Group Think as it is to be unified. The Bible does ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christ As The Judge In The Teachings Of John Part 2 Series

Contributed by George Barton on Aug 2, 2006

Continues the description of Christ as the Judge in the teachings of John and gives practical implications.

CHRIST AS THE JUDGE IN THE TEACHINGS OF JOHN PART 2 V. HE IS COMING AGAIN A SECOND TIME FOR JUDGMENT. Even Christians may think that He delays His coming (Rev. 6:10), but He will surely come quickly (Rev. 22:16-21). (Rev 6:10 NIV) They called out in a loud voice, "How long, Sovereign ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Our Triune God Series

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Aug 21, 2006

What does the Bible say about the existence and nature of God? Is it alright to speculate what God is like or is that idolatry? Join Pastor Steve as he teaches on "The Doctrine of God."

“On January 7, 1855, the minister of New Park Street Chapel, Southwark, England, opened his morning sermon as follows: ‘It has been said by someone that “the proper study of mankind is man.” I will not oppose the idea, but I believe it is equally true that the proper study of God’s elect is God; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Sense Of Today's News Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 2, 2006

The message of Habakkuk is one of the most helpful portions of Scripture to help us make sense of today’s news.

Scripture In just eight days we will be marking the fifth anniversary of Tuesday, September 11, 2001. That is the day terrorists attacked America. It was the most blatant, brutal barrage that has ever occurred on American soil. None of us shall ever forget that day. None of us shall forget the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed