Sermons on Persecutions:

What Is God’s Will For Me? Part 2 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 21, 2013

Are you saved? Are you Spirit filled? Are you sanctified? How about submissive to Gods’ authority or to those in authority around you? Are you suffering for Christ sake or are you just suffering? based on John MacArthur's "Found: God's Will"

Last week we started looking at the question “What is Gods’ Will for me? And we saw the very first thing that; 1. In order to be in God’s Will I must first be saved. There is no Will without a personal relationship with Jesus Christ… 2. God’s Will is that I be Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Behind The Scenes Of 2013 And 2014

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 5, 2013

There are 2 things that happened behind the scenes of 2013. You'll see those same two things next year...

Have you ever been given a backstage pass to a concert? Or maybe you watched a video that explained to you all the things that happened behind the scenes of your favorite movie. When you watch a concert or go to a movie, you’re hardly aware of all the things that happened – the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

"Presenting A Powerful Witness”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 3, 2012

How do we remain faithful and bold for Christ in the face of opposition?

“The world is not interested in an anemic, spineless Christianity. They are impacted by courageous Christians.” - Grant Richison Paul was an example of uncommon courage wherever he was called by God to be (even in a prison cell). Now he encourages the Philippians to be an example of uncommon ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Endure Hardness

Contributed by Ken Crow on Oct 5, 2010

Paul wanted Timothy to know the reality of the ministry.

Endure Hardness Pastor Ken Crow 2 Timothy 2 (King James Version) 2 Timothy 2 1Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Neither Jot Nor Tittle Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 27, 2014

Is Jesus making the Law binding upon Christians in these verses?

Neither Jot, nor Tittle Matthew 5:17-19 This text has many emphatic markers in the Greek which indicates that what Jesus says here is to be taken with all seriousness. We need to be reminded again that the Sermon on the Mount was preached to His disciples in the light of dividing the true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-19, Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Did It For Me

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 14, 2014

“And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me’”. (Matthew 25:40)

Theme: You did it for me Thank you for inviting us to join you as you celebrate Christian services week. I must confess that it feels good to come home. Let me also congratulate you for adding a new impressive landmark to the Ridge area of Accra. The theme for the celebration today is a very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gospel Of Grace Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 1, 2010

The gospel of grace (1) is from God, (2) changes lives, and (3) leads to ministry.

[If you would like to receive weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] AN OUTLINE OF GALATIANS Paul’s letter to the Galatians can be broken into three basic parts: • BIOGRAPHY (chapters 1-2) • THEOLOGY (chapters 3-4) • ETHICS (chapters 5-6) Paul is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Living Hope Series

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jan 27, 2011

I am truly discovering that life’s obstacles are truly opportunities for God to show just how awesome He really is. Obstacles give us God stories! Do you need a God story today?

LIVING HOPE 1 Peter 1 My son asked, “If Sea World really loves animals, then why do they keep them captive?” What a deep question. Maybe you can relate. If someone loves you, then why are you still held captive? If people in your world love you when why do they keep you captive? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Will Return Series

Contributed by Pastor Glen Key on Mar 2, 2011

ARTICLE 13 We believe in the pre-millennial second coming of Jesus. First, to resurrect the righteous dead and to catch away the living saints to Him in the air. Second to reign on the earth a thousand years.

ARTICLE 13 We believe in the pre-millennial second coming of Jesus. First, to resurrect the righteous dead and to catch away the living saints to Him in the air. Second to reign on the earth a thousand years. Intro: The pre-millennial view holds that Christ will return to earth (this return ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-55

Denomination: Church Of God

Giving That Transforms

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Feb 13, 2012

Giving that transforms is encouraged by the example of others, initiated by the example of Christ and our love for him, necessary because of human need, and promotes good will.

INTRODUCTION One tells the story of a man reared in the hills of West Virginia. He had never seen a large city, modern inventions, or neon lights. He marries a girl just like himself, and they spend all their time in the back woods. In time they have a son and name him Junior. When Junior reaches ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Chronos: 2 Thess 1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Aug 29, 2022

Christian are best encouraged in times of trial through praise, promise and prayer

This week we start the fourth oldest book in the New Testament as recorded in its publishing. We began with James on our year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Not All Gospel Seeds Sprout” Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 26, 2022

In Athens the Big Issue was the Resurrection. They just couldn’t believe it. The Big issue in Ephesus was $, people were becoming Christians and stopped buying idols. The gospel is a radical message that runs counter to everything most people believe.

In Jesus Holy Name October 24, 2022 Text: Acts18:4,5,28;19:8-9 Redeemer Lutheran “Not All Gospel Seeds Sprout” Acts 17 records the missionary journey of Paul and Silas. They arrive in Thessalonica, Berea then finally Paul arrives in Athens. In Acts 18 ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

A Message To The Church In Smyrna Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Nov 20, 2022

In this beautiful, wealthy pagan city, there existed a struggling Christian community. The Lord sends Smyrna a word of comfort for their dark days.

Revelation 2:8-10 (NKJV) “A Message to the Church in Smyrna” 11-20-2022 When Jesus comes to this church, He comes as “the first and the last”. He comes as He “which was dead and is alive”. We serve a LIVING Savior! He Lives! Amidst the Problems, He lives! Amidst the Poverty, He lives! Amidst the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Called Christians. Do You Know What That Means?

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 8, 2019

Did you know that, in scripture, to be called a Christian was actually a put down?

Sermon- We are called Christians. Q- Do you feel a sense of pride, or good, to be called a Christian? - As Christians, we generally like the fact that we’re called Christians. - We say, I’m a Christian, I go to church! - Notably we’re known for our kindness, welcoming, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Baptist

The Dividends Of Life Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 21, 2018

Following His encounter with the rich, young ruler, Jesus discussed the difficulty of salvation for those distracted by pleasures. We are making an investment in something that eventually will pay dividends. Invest wisely!

The Dividends of Life Mark 10: 23-31 Our text today reveals the benefit of expositional Bible study – considering the Scriptures verse by verse, line by line. While it would be possible to grasp the truth of this text without such an approach, it bears more weight when considered in the context of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:23-31

Denomination: Baptist