Sermons on Participation:

Encouragement To A Struggling Church Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006

This section deals with the appropriateness of expressing our gifts within the church service. Now, one thing needs to be noted at the onset, the Corinthian church was operating before a completed revelation and as such, the church is operating in a peri

ENCOURAGEMENT TO A STRUGGLING CHURCH 1 CORINTHIANS 14:26-40 INTRODUCTION: our passage this morning brings us to the end of Paul’s teaching concerning spiritual gifts in general, and tongues in specifics. This last section deals with the appropriateness of expressing our gifts within the church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Expectant Faith: Embracing The Miracles In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 11, 2024

We reflect on the deeper truths about our own spiritual journeys and the nature of divine intervention in our lives through the stories of Philip and Andrew.

Expectant Faith: Embracing the Miracles in Our Lives Intro: We reflect on the deeper truths about our own spiritual journeys and the nature of divine intervention in our lives through the stories of Philip and Andrew. Scripture John 6:1-15. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, In the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Other

I’m Talking To The Man In The Mirror PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Christians should not only hear God's word but actively live it out, reflecting their faith in tangible actions.

Gather round, brothers and sisters, as we dive into the heart of what it means to truly live out God's calling for us. We're going to be delving into the book of James, specifically James 1:22-25. I'm reminded of a quote by Mother Teresa, "Faith in action is love, and love in action is service. By ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Topics: God's Words, Doing

Freedom Letter- Social Justice Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 31, 2021

This is the 40th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study in Acts will also include the letters written to the Churches. This is the 6th sermon from the Letter to the Galatians.

Series: Action [#40] FREEDOM LETTER- SOCIAL JUSTICE Galatians 3:15-29 Introduction: The new “buzzword” that you hear everywhere is “Social Justice”. President Biden is saying it. Governor Lujan Grisham is saying it. Pro athletes are saying it. I could go on and on. This movement has also ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Family Photo

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 2, 2013

Family portraits are wonderful. But they can also be deceiving as many families are far from the happy group pictured. Acts 2:42-47 is a family portrait that portrays the early church when they were a happy group. What can we learn?

“Connected: A Family Portrait” Dt. 4:5-14; Acts 2:42-47 Family portraits are wonderful. We cherish seeing loved ones all connected together, providing a picture that will produce memories for the ages. But family portraits can also be deceiving. Many families are far from the happy, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don’t Bow To The World Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 28, 2011

The pain of persecution can cause us to seek a compromise with the world. It's never God's will to accommodate to the evil aspect of our culture.

Don’t Bow to the World Sermon 4 in the Series “You’ve Got Mail” Chuck Sligh July 31, 2011 For the PowerPoint for the sermon, write me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Intro and a few key ideas adapted from Jim Drake’s sermon, Behind Closed Doors. TEXT: Please turn to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

Idol Feasts & The Lord’s Supper Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 6, 2014

Idol Feasts & The Lord’s Supper - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). The Command (ch 10 vs 14) • (2). The Reasons (ch 10 vs 15-22) • (3). The Objective (ch 10 vs 23 to ch 11 vs 1) SERMON BODY: • While waiting for his train, a man was talking to the station-master; • As they spoke an express train went by a ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Leading The Spiritual Life Part 2

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Dec 6, 2001

To understand a Spirit led life we must understand the role of the Holy Spirit as well as our responsibility to mature.

Central Christian Church St Petersburg, Fl Dec. 12 2001 Joe Bedy We looked last time at John 4:23 & 24 "But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the Father seeks to be His worshipers. "God is spirit, and those who ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24, Philippians 1:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“the Priority Of Community” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 15, 2014

How do small groups help cultivate community?

(Show video - Be the Church) Let’s continue our conversation on becoming a church that makes a difference. Last time, we talked about worship being a priority for our church family, and we discussed how we might each help make our experience of worship more meaningful for our church family ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

With Joy

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 7, 2014

A sermon about things we are to do "with joy" (Outline from an article by Robert Lee in Pulpit Helps)

HoHum: Joy is the flag flown high From the castle of my heart From the castle of my heart From the castle of my heart Joy is the flag flown high From the castle of my heart When the King is in residence there (So) let it fly in the sky Let the whole world know Let the whole world know Let the whole ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He-Devil

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 16, 2013

Now, why did Jesus choose Judas to be one of His disciples? Was He such a bad judge of character? Was it a mistake? Of course, Jesus knew from the beginning what would happen. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

He-Devil John 6:66-71 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HeDevil.html It's not hard to think of someone named after a disciple. Andrew, Peter, Philip, John, James...Judas? No, that name conjures up negative imagery in our minds. Betrayer - traitor - evil - liar - hypocrite - greedy - devil. It was ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66-71

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Give Thanks To God.

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Sep 20, 2018

We need to give thanks to God based on what He did in Christ (Roma 1-11) by worshiping Him in offering our body as sacrifice and committing ourselves to the body of Christ.

“Let us give thanks to God” (Romans 12:1, 4-5) 1. And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. 4 Just as our bodies ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Romans 12:4-5, Romans 3:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons Concerning Idolatry In Specific–eating Meats Offered To Idols

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 14, 2024

Apostle Paul warns of fellowshiping with devils. Anything concerning idols and worship to idols is taking away our true worship to Almighty God. Flee from all forms of idolatry.

“I would not that ye should have fellowship with devils:, says Apostle Paul. To what extent are we to adhere to this rule? Fellowshiping with anyone who is a habitual sinner is fellowshiping with devils. It is to devils they worship in their iniquities. The blatant sinner is mastered by devils and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-33, 1 Corinthians 8:4, 1 Corinthians 8:8, 2 Corinthians 6:14-16, Ephesians 4:17-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Part Of The Harvest? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the call for Christians to actively engage in discipleship, eradicate poverty, and work towards establishing the Kingdom of God on earth.

Good morning, friends and family! Today, we gather together to explore the powerful message found in Matthew 28. In the words of the great Christian author, C.S. Lewis, "Christianity, if false, is of no importance, and if true, of infinite importance. The only thing it cannot be is moderately ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Topics: Discipleship

New Beginnings PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of faith in Christ, emphasizing our new identity, deepening relationship with God, and belonging within a community of believers.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I stand before you today, not as a stranger, but as a fellow traveler on this road of faith. We walk this path together, united in our shared love for our Savior and our desire to grow closer to Him each day. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: New Year, Fresh