Sermons on Parallelism:

Solid Rock Or Sinking Sand?

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 12, 2025

Matt 7:21

SOLID ROCK OR SINKING SAND? (MATTHEW 7:21-27) One of the biggest tourist attractions in Shanghai in 2009 was a 13-floor, 629 units apartment building under construction that suddenly collapsed, killing one worker. A shocked witness said, “It was just like an earthquake.” The apartment building is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Friends, Faith And Forgiveness

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 13, 2024

Sometimes I think God puts a message on my heart, especially when it is a specific passage, then as I dig in and began my sermon prep, I find out what He really put on my heart!

Stealing a question I told a man about a year ago, that I was going to steal a question from him! So today, I am making good on that promise of theft! We’ll address that question eventually. Did I mention that this message started out differently about 3 weeks ago? The key passage is centered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8

The Revelation Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 10, 2023

God’s Word reveals who God is. Scripture should be something we interact with on a regular basis, not just at church or Bible study.

The Revelation Jeffery Anselmi / General The Bible: Prioritizing God's Word In Our Lives / Bible / Deuteronomy 6:4–9 God’s Word reveals who God is. Scripture should be something we interact with on a regular basis, not just at church or Bible study. INTRODUCTION • Throughout my time as a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Are Invited R.s.v.p.

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 11, 2025

This message proclaims God’s gracious invitation to salvation, pictured in Jesus’ parable of the wedding feast. It calls hearers to accept the free gift of Christ’s righteousness—the wedding garment—and to live daily in surrendered fellowship.

Introduction: The Search and the Invitation Picture the best church potluck you’ve ever attended. The tables sag under the weight of steaming casseroles, fragrant breads, fruit and desserts that dare you to try “just one bite.” Everyone brings something, but nobody goes hungry. Now imagine the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Luke 14:16-24, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 61:10, Revelation 19:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

You're Invited

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 21, 2025

God lovingly invites everyone to His eternal banquet; true acceptance means wearing Christ’s robe of righteousness, not our own efforts.

Section 1 – Introduction: The Search and the Invitation Picture the best church potluck you’ve ever attended. Tables sag under the weight of steaming casseroles, vege meatloaf, fragrant breads, and desserts that dare you to try “just one bite.” Everyone brings something, but nobody goes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Luke 14:16-24, Isaiah 61:10, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Revelation 19:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Proclaiming The Lord's Death: Stumbling And Folly PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon explores the significance of the Lord's Supper, its origins, and its implications for our daily Christian lives.

Good morning, family! Isn't it an absolute joy to gather together like this, to share in worship and fellowship, and to learn and grow together in our faith? I'm so glad you've joined us today, whether you're here in person or joining us online. We're all part of this beautiful, diverse, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Topics: Perpetual Memorial, Christ Returns

They Will Know Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Oct 23, 2001

They will know we are Christians by our love more than by anything else.

They Will Know Festival2001 As ‘life’ and ‘light’ are key words in the first twelve chapters of John, ‘love’ is the key word in chapters 13-17. Love is not merely advised or exemplified; it is commanded. Christ commanded his disciples to “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Not To Pray

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 27, 2005

Brief Message w/ good illustrations...In answering the disciples request "Teach Us To Pray", Jesus told them how NOT to pray: Don’t Pray HAZY, Don’t Pray CRAZY, and Don’t Pray LAZY. Powerpoint at website.

How Not to Pray Mt. 6:5-13 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html "The proper way for man to pray," said Deacon Lemuel Keyes; "The only proper attitude is down upon his knees." "Nay, I should say the way to pray," said Reverend ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

The New World Order Series

Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006

It is significant that all human attempts to hold the nations together have failed: Dan 2:43

THE NEW WORLD ORDER ISAIAH 21:11 A. OUR PRESENT WORLD IS WITHOUT PARALLEL IN THE HISTORY OF THE NATIONS 1. Scientific development: a. Harnessing the Atom b. The intercontinental missile c. Space travel 2. Things that were new, but yesterday, are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 21:11

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Filling Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007

How to be filled with the Spirit of Christ!

THE GREATEST UNUSED POWER IN THE WORLD! The Doctrine of the Holy Ghost (4) Introduction: 1. We have discovered some interesting truths about the Holy Ghost of God so far: a. Falsehoods about the Holy Ghost b. Facts about the Holy Ghost c. Functions of the Holy Ghost d. Figures of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Authority To Forgive Sins Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To point out that we must go to Jesus in order to be forgiven.

The Gospel of Mark #6: Jesus’ Authority to Forgive Sins Text: Mark 2:1-12 Thesis: To point out that we must go to Jesus in order to be forgiven. Introduction: (1) Jesus’ authority has thus far included: (a) Power over demons (1:21-28) (b) Power over sickness (1:29-45) (2) Now, we see that His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

See That You Abound In This Grace Also Series

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 8, 2006

As believers we may abound in the knowledge of God’s word, in faith, and other areas. Do we abound in the grace of giving as well?

See That You Abound In This Grace Also Theme: Abound in giving as we would in every aspect of our lives. 2 Cor. 8:1-7 INTRODUCTION A. There are wonderful qualities about this congregation that parallels Paul’s gracious complements to the Corinthian brethren. 2 Cor. 8:7 1. A good working knowledge ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Thoughts On Restoration Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 6, 2011

AS WE COME TO THE END OF THE BOOK OF HOSEA, WE END ON A POSITIVE NOTE, THAT OF GOD’S FINAL EXHORTATION TO REPENTANCE AND RESTORATION. SO, IN THIS PASSAGE I FIND TEN SIGNIFICANT THOUGHTS ON REPENTANCE AND RESTORATION.

SOME THOUGHTS ON RESTORATION HOSEA 14: INTRODUCTION: AS WE COME TO THE END OF THE BOOK OF HOSEA, WE END ON A POSITIVE NOTE, THAT OF GOD’S FINAL EXHORTATION TO REPENTANCE AND RESTORATION. SO, IN THIS PASSAGE I FIND TEN SIGNIFICANT THOUGHTS ON REPENTANCE AND RESTORATION. 1. IN ORDER TO RETURN ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The High Priest

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 21, 2018

Divine Ordination of Christ

Mid-week Message/Devotion March 21, 2018 Reading: Hebrews 5:5-10 Jesus the High Priest Admittedly, this week’s New Testament reading lends more to a bible study than a message with life applications. We will employ some extrapolations and historical references to aid us in understanding ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power For Service

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on May 30, 2016

WE ARE CALLED TO SERVE WITH THE ULTIMATE POWER THROUGH JESUS CHRIST

TOPIC: POWER FOR SERVICE TEXT: MATT 10:1-8 MEMORY VERSE: “For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power and in the Holy Ghost 1Thessa. 1:5a INTRODUCTION: The last three verses of the nineth chapter form the proper introduction to the mission of the twelve, as evident ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal