Sermons on Penance:

Divine Mercy

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 26, 2018

Divine Mercy Sunday is the Sunday after Easter

To better get a grasp of what is Divine Mercy, we could apply “homeopathic theory” to our situation. It will take a dose of what made us sick to cure us. Our sins are what made us sick, and are what drove Jesus to experience his Passion, but His resurrection and glorified wounds heal us with ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:7-8

Denomination: Catholic

Worship Offerings

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 4, 2022

What principles can Christians learn about worship from the book of Leviticus?

What principles can Christians learn about worship from the book of Leviticus? Are there spiritual applications of the physical rituals in this first worship book? Burnt Offering God spoke to Moses in Leviticus 1 about the burnt offering. The fire pictures the Holy Spirit cleansing us from sin. ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Greatest Words Jesus Ever Said

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 26, 2022

There have been figures throughout history who have had a way with words that have changed lives as well as the destinies of nations. However, the three words Jesus said from the cross - "It is Finished!" gave humanity freedom and forgiveness from sin forever.

There have been people who throughout the progression of civilization have had a way with words and seem to possess a unique grasp of language. They have an eloquence of speech, saying things that are deeply profound. The Lord Jesus was just such a person. Throughout the years of His recorded ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-37, Revelation 22:20, Luke 22:41-42, Isaiah 53:4-6, John 14:6, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Forward, Looking Back

Contributed by Dale Sanger on Aug 28, 2005

Consequences and benefits of looking back and planning the future

LOOKING FORWARD, LOOKING BACK Introduction: We spend years looking and wondering. Looking at our past and hoping, longing for those ‘good old days’. Looking to our future and hoping for a good tomorrow. Often times though we get caught looking at the past and forget to look at the things that are ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hide And Seek Series

Contributed by Paul Gabriel on May 6, 2005

Looking for Jesus? Here’s how to find Him!

John 6:22-29 Hide and Seek I. Looking for Love in all the wrong places - v. 22-26 They were only looking for temporary need fulfillment. They weren’t even looking for entertainment...they didn’t notice the miracle of the loaves and fishes! - v. 26 Example: Those who come looking for ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

When He Came Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 20, 2010

Short Exposition of Heb 10:1-7 regarding the incarnation of Christ

Text: Hebrews 10:1-7, Title: When He Came Into The World, Date/Place: NRBC 12/19/10, AM A. Opening illustration: In England there is a place called The Pilgrim Way. It is one of the many footpaths throughout the country, but it is unique in that it was the path that Christians, for hundreds of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Is The Party In Heaven At It’s Loudest?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 10, 2011

If we have ever temporarily lost a child whilst shopping or at the beach, or lost a precious belonging, we will begin to grasp how God feels towards lost people.

In October 1984 my brother-in-law Alasdair got lost. As a family they had visited Venice – long before I knew them – Sandy and Valerie my in-Laws, Moira my wife who was 14 at the time, and Alasdair who was 11. They were at St. Mark’s square, Venice – at the same time as Queen Elizabeth the Queen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

The "Be" - Attitudes

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Nov 2, 2009

In the beattitudes, Jesus introduces the kind of life those who seek the Kingdom of God should lead.

“THE “BE”-ATTITUDES” “The Righteousness of the Kingdom of Heaven” Mt. 5:1-12 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (READ PASSAGE) • In our gospel reading today we arrive at Jesus Sermon on the Mount. In this sermon Christ goes after the heart of man, taking us ever deeper into the spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Orthodox

Hidden Sin Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 13, 2007

Unconfessed sin in the believer’s life restricts praise.

The Hallelujah Factor Series Based upon Jack Taylor’s book The Hallelujah Factor Protesting or Practicing Praise Part 2-Hidden Sin July 22, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Opening story B Unconfessed sin in the believer’s life ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

In The Land Of Beginning Again

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 27, 2005

We would all like a second (maybe a thousandth) chance...a clean start; God offers that.

Who hasn’t looked back over his life and with nostalgia welling-up wished for a new start? Rare, indeed, is the person who has never said, "If I had my life to live over again, I’d..." "I wish there was some wonderful place Called the land of beginning again, Where all our mistakes And all ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Only Good Snake

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 3, 2012

A sermon for the first week of Advent... HOPE. Advent is about waiting and this sermon talks about the long wait from Gen. 3:15 to Gal. 4:4-5.

The Only Good Snake… Genesis 3:15/ Galatians 4:4-5 Finish this statement… “The only good snake… _is_a_dead_snake_” The best snake to kill? Poisonous Today is a very important day… the first Sunday in Advent… Advent comes from the Latin word for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time - 6th Sunday, Year A-- The Fence

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 20, 2020

Jesus builds a shield around the law or Commandments in order to create more space and distance so that we won’t even bump up against the fence or sit on the fence, but rather keep a healthy distance.

There was a large group of people. On one side of the group stood a man, Jesus. On the other side of the group stood Satan. Separating them, running through the group, was a fence. The scene was set, both Jesus and Satan began calling to the people in the group and, one by one - each having made up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-37

Denomination: Catholic

Takes These Chains From My Heart

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Jul 14, 2016

Unforgiveness keeps us in chains and blocks us from peace and joy...It paralyzes and holds us captive. When we choose to forgive, we are set free from bitterness and hate. We are set free!

Please Release Me Colossians 3:12-15 “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-15, Matthew 18:23-35, Ephesians 1:7, Micah 7:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reflections For Maundy Thursday

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 18, 2019

What do we learn from the Last Supper that we can apply to our lives as Christians

Maundy Thursday sermon Today we remember the events that occurred on Thursday of what the church calls Holy Week, the last week in the life of Jesus. Perhaps this week in about AD 29 is the most talked about week on in the history of mankind It has been estimated that about a third of all the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, John 13:31-35, Luke 22:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Is Lord

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 15, 2013

Jesus is the Lord of everything in all of the universe

Jesus is Lord Romans 9:9-10 September 15, 2013 National Back to Church Sunday Morning Service Have you ever thought about why Jesus was crucified? Why Jesus died? We don’t often like to think about such things, even in church. We are far more likely to make celebration of Easter than we are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God