Sermons on Pagan Pratices:

Returning To The Source

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 25, 2012

NLT: Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit, "The saloon is a liar. It promises good cheer and sends sorrow. It promises prosperity and sends adversity. It promises happiness and sends misery

Returning to the Source Ephesians 5:18NLT It was said that Francis d’Assisi once invited a young man to join him on a trip to town to preach. Honored to be given the invitation, the young man readily accepted. All day long he and Francis walked through the streets, byways, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Harlot

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 9, 2020

Let’s now look at the prophecy of the mother of harlots and of the abominations of the earth, the scarlet woman in Revelation 17.

Let’s now look at the prophecy of the mother of harlots and of the abominations of the earth, the scarlet woman in Revelation 17. Revelation 17:1 And there came one of the seven angels which had the seven vials, and talked with me, saying unto me, Come hither; I will shew unto thee the judgment of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"i Will Be Diligent: Part 2" Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 23, 2020

The man of God is to not follow trends, fads, feelings, what people would like to hear, or preach messages that make them feel "good", but instead preach the Gospel without compromise or apology and to stay committed no matter what happens.

The previous message based on 2 Timothy began with the definition of diligence. It means being constant in your efforts, finish what you started, stay committed to the task and not quit or become distracted. Preparation and thought are a part of this process. Never start anything without going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-26, 2 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Corinthians 5:10, 2 Peter 1:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Setting The Stage Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

In order to understand Paul’s correspondence we need to comprehend the setting

An Introduction to the Study On I & II Corinthians The letters of I & II Corinthians provide great insight for the modern day church. Down through my years of ministry I have preached from these two books on several occasions. At times I have done a series of sermons. Other times I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Sealed (Revelation 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 27, 2020

Let’s take a look at the sealing of the faithful among all nations, beginning with Israel in Revelation 7.

Let’s take a look at the sealing of the faithful among all nations, beginning with Israel in Revelation 7. Israel Sealed Revelation 7:1 And after these things I saw four angels standing on the four corners [angles] of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The First Persecution Of The Church Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 30, 2016

The church persecuted by the world, but is triumphant

SERIES: Adventures in Acts 004 TITLE: The First Persecution of the Church TEXT: Acts 4:1-12 INTRO: After the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples at the Feast of Pentecost, Peter preached his first sermon and 3,000 people were saved. Following that, he and John healed a man who had been lame from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Dine In And Carry Out

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 31, 2017

Jesus is the "Bread of Life." Bread is highly significant in the bible as a matter of mystery, respect and especially covenant.

1. Do you remember the story of the school teacher who invited her students to bring things to Show and Tell that symbolized their religion? A Catholic girl brought a crucifix; a Jewish boy brought a Star of David; and a Church of Christ girl brought a casserole dish because she couldn’t bring a ...read more

Scripture: John 6:52-59

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mutual Prayer

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 1, 2018

Praying for one another is a powerful weapon in our arsenal because it brings us into the very presence of the most powerful Being in the universe and HE is able.

1. Are you ready for his return? A young woman was expecting a date. She was dressed up and waiting patiently. However, by the time he was an hour late she figured she’d been stood up. So, she took off her makeup, put on her pajamas, gathered all the junk food in the house and sat down to watch TV ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Will Appease The Supreme Lord And King Of The Universe?

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 10, 2018

Nothing can appease God but the shed blood of Christ

SCRIPTURE: Micah 6:6-8 "Wherewith shall I come before the LORD, and bow myself before the high God? shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old? Will the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, or with ten thousands of rivers of oil? shall I give my firstborn for my ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

The Leprosy Exchange Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 30, 2017

When we humble ourselves, we can draw near to God and be blessed by Him. When we elevate ourselves or self-interest, we are driven from Him and under his discipline.

The Leprosy Exchange (2 Kings 5:1-27) 1. Probably every one of us thinks, “I hope I never get to a condition where other people have to take care of me because I am bedfast.” 2. But the future is unknown, and life can take a sudden turn. Take Charles Krauthammer, a political analyst many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Gets The Glory?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 31, 2016

There are great accounts of victory in the Bible. Some of the favorites are found in the opening chapters of the book of Daniel. We tend to see Daniel, Shadrach, Mechach and Abednego as heroes, but Who is the real hero in the Bible?

God IS Glorious! Just listen to these verses! Psalm 8:1 NIV “O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth! You have set Your glory in the heavens.” Psalm 108:5 NIV “Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; let Your glory be over all the earth.” 1 ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Nazarene

Yashá Na!

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 8, 2017

How does Palm Sunday introduce a new perfect government, the government of God?

Intro Christianity teaches that God is love. Jesus showed this throughout his ministry culminating in the epitome of Godly love on the cross. Pontius Pilate is a caricature of all the false gods of the ancient and modern world. Jesus’ Palm Sunday parade into Jerusalem mocks false Roman gods and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, Jonah, And The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 12, 2021

Jonah’s experienced in the belly of the great fish foreshadows the pattern of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus.

Jesus, Jonah, and the Resurrection Jonah 1-4 and Matthew 12: 38-40 1. Strange things can happen on Easter Sunday [relevantmagazine.com]: 2. One year, a bunch of friends and I decided to go to a sunrise service at a super fancy church. This church looks like a European cathedral and we were all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Save Us Now

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 31, 2020

Christianity reveals God’s love. Pontius Pilate is a caricature of human failure to govern itself. Let’s compare human governments with God’s wonderful government, the kingdom of heaven. Let’s look at the Palm Sunday parade from Matthew 21:1-11.

Christianity reveals God’s love. Pontius Pilate is a caricature of human failure to govern itself. Let’s compare human governments with God’s wonderful government, the kingdom of heaven. Let’s look at the Palm Sunday parade from Matthew 21:1-11. Matthew 21:5 “Tell the daughter of Zion, ‘Behold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Our Father In Heaven - The Lord's Prayer - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 30, 2020

Our Father in Heaven, Holy Is Your Name. How do we start our our prayers? Do we just rush right in without acknowledging Who we are addressing. Do we come with gratitude and with reverence and awe? Or do we just barge right in with demands?

Our Father In Heaven (This is a shorter sermon due to being preached via Facebook Live during the COVID-19 shutdown) This past week I received a call about sending chain-mail prayers around the internet. This conversation eventually led into discussing what we call “The Lord’s Prayer”. Almost ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:12-56, Matthew 6:5-9

Denomination: Nazarene