Sermons on Perverse Thinking:

Comfort For The Brokenhearted

Contributed by Andrew Hoskins on Nov 15, 2025

The world hears that and thinks, “How can being sad be blessed?”

INTRODUCTION A pastor once asked children in Sunday School, “What do you think God does when you cry?” Some said, “He listens.” Some said, “He holds us.” One little boy said, “I think God cries too… but His tears heal people.” Church… there is more truth in that child’s words than many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4, Psalm 34:18

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Exclusivity (Acts 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 25, 2025

Do we think that we are exclusive, the one true church?

Were Old Testament laws of exclusivity based upon ethnicity or avoiding pagan practices like idolatry and child sacrifice? Should we therefore exclude people of different ethnicities from the church who have the same faith in Christ? Let’s look at Acts 11. Did the Jerusalem church question why ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Antidote To The Deadly Sin Of Pride

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 8, 2025

Countering the deadly habit of thinking of ourselves as a "god."

Friday of the Twenty-Third Week in Course 2025 Take a look at the opening prayer for our worship today. We implore God, by whom we are redeemed and receive adoption, to look graciously on your beloved sons and daughters. We are redeemed by God through the free and meritorious ace of the Son of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:39-42, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Timothy 1:1-2, 1 Timothy 1:12-14

Denomination: Catholic

The Birth Of A Church Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

I don’t know what you think of when you think of evangelism, but evangelism is reason powered by the Holy Spirit. Paul would consistently use the persuasive powers of reason as he talked to people about becoming a follower of Jesus Christ.

We begin a new series today. Our church celebrates its 125th year anniversary. We have some things planned for later this year. We also begin a new book: 1 Corinthians. Many of you may think it odd to begin journey of a book of the Bible and then focus on Acts. Yet, Luke tells us the beginnings of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Finished Work Of Christ Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 10, 2005

The completed work of Christ is work for the unworthy. We’re worse than we think we are, but God’s grace is far greater than we think it is.

“The Finished Work of Christ” -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “I have brought glory to You here on earth by completing the work You gave Me to do. And now, Father, glorify Me in Your presence with the glory I had with You before the world began.” ...read more

Scripture: John 17:4-5

Denomination: Congregational

You Cant Fool God Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Nov 17, 2005

We think we are so smart, we think we are able to pull a fast one on God. No we cant, God will find out, and we will have to deal with the consequences

Acts 5:1-11 You Can’t Fool God Introduction A. Let me make a disclaimer here B. I do not like this passage C. Now John 3:16 – I like that, it make me feel good D. I like Romans 8:31-38 “What can separate me from the love of God?” E. Boy if that isn’t encouraging I don’t know what is F. Then we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Real Life Evangelism Part 1 Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 22, 2009

Want to be a part of bringing God’s love to the world but think you have to be a missionary to the jungles of Africa to do it? Think again. Share the gospel without speaking a word.

As I’ve said on numerous occasions, there are two purposes for redeemed humanity: to glorify God by becoming like Him, and to therefore be more effective in bringing others into relationship with Him. To do the first we must come into relationship with Jesus—invite Him to do a friendly takeover of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

New Year 2021: The Choice Is Ours

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 30, 2020

This message focuses on the truth that the choice is ours as it relates to how we think about our situations. And how we think about our situations will determines our responses to them.

The Choice Is Ours Scripture: Joshua 24:15; Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 37:24-25 The title of my message this morning is “the Choice Is Ours.” Henry Ford said, “Whether you think you can, or you think you can't – you're right.” I personally believe he came to this conclusion after ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 37:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marriage: Build Up Your Spouse Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 10, 2022

Christianity is a call to be selfless. To think of others needs more highly than yourself. In Christian marriage we are called to think of our spouses needs before our own needs.

We all know how easy it is to tear down. You could spend one hour building a sandcastle. It can be destroyed with one swift kick. It is easy to see the dust in someone else’s eye and overlook the plank in your own. In this message on Christian marriage I really just want you to look at half of it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Which Branch Do You Want To Be?

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Apr 28, 2021

As we think about Jesus being The Vine, this sermon challenges us to think about our relationship with Christ and how we move into closer relationship through our lives.

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. One thing that I am not is green-fingered, I know how to mow a lawn, and how to pull up weeds, although if I’m being honest they are more likely to be flowers, and I know that roses should be pruned. I don’t know why this is the case, I just ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

The Dangers Of Video Games. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

In today's digital age, video games have become a popular form of entertainment for many.

In today's digital age, video games have become a popular form of entertainment for many. However, as Christians, it's essential to examine this activity through the lens of scripture and explore its implications on our spiritual lives. In 1 John 2:15-17, we read, "Do not love the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17, Ephesians 5:15-16, Ephesians 5:3-4

Helping People Find And Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 7, 2025

As we think about all that Luke 9 is about, I want you to please begin to think where you are at in your relationship with Jesus. I want to help you FOLLOW Jesus and so it is good to critique, pray, think, and ruminate on how we are doing in our relationship with God.

HELPING PEOPLE FIND AND FOLLOW JESUS Luke 9:57-62 #followJesus THE PURPOSE OF CINCINNATI CHRISTIAN CHURCH IS TO HELP PEOPLE FIND AND FOLLOW JESUS INTRODUCTION Every year I like to start the year with focusing on the purpose of our church family. I hope you know our mission. I hope you already ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heavenly Offer! Reprogram Your Imagination By Renewal Through God’s Word. Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jul 14, 2013

Living the new life in Christ requires a reprogramming of our thoughts and manner of thinking by the renewal of our mind

Rom. 12:1-2 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tell The Devil To Go To Hell

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 3, 2003

There is only one who wants us to think we have nothing to offer. There is only one who wants us to think we are insignificant. Time to tell the Devil to go to Hell

Tell the Devil to go to Hell! JN 6:1 Some time after this, Jesus crossed to the far shore of the Sea of Galilee (that is, the Sea of Tiberias), 2 and a great crowd of people followed him because they saw the miraculous signs he had performed on the sick. 3 Then Jesus went up on a mountainside and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:4, John 6:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where The Bible Speaks... Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 23, 2007

Does it matter if matter if we change Bible terminology? If we add to God’s thinking because we think we can "improve" upon His Word? Consider these thoughts.

OPEN: A man once told of purchasing his first pickup truck. And he also bought a book on gasoline engines because he was afraid of being ripped off at the service station. He wrote: “The first time I took the truck in for repairs, I smugly wrote down what the problem was and what needed to be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ