Sermons on Pharisaic Hypocrisy:

To Gain Christ

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jun 19, 2024

Paul said his earthly achievements were worthless compared to gaining Christ

To Gain Christ Philippians 3:1-8 Good morning. The music group “Bread” had a soft rock song in the early 1970’s called “Everything I own”. Some of the lyrics said… “You sheltered me from harm, kept me warm, kept me warm You gave my life to me, set me free, set me free. The finest years I ever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Steps To Effective Evangelism

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 9, 2023

Pray that God will transform your hearts and give you the strength, discernment, wisdom and courage to preach the Gospel message to the world with clear, concise and Spirit-led words!

Five Steps to Effective Evangelism Colossians 4:2-6 One of the greatest miracles a person can embrace in one’s lifetime is to be born of the “water and the Spirit” (John 3:5). While learning how to walk, ride a bike, starting one’s first job, getting married, and having children are life events ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

An Extravagant Gift Of Appreciation

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 19, 2023

Seeing all the smiles, but knowing there was a betrayal, a denial, and desertion just ahead. It must have been tempting to stop the celebration and pour out his heart, but Jesus smiled and received this gift of appreciation, then celegrated the giver.

Sermon - An Extravagant Gift of Appreciation Scripture Lesson: Matthew 26:6-16 “Meanwhile, Jesus was in Bethany at the home of Simon, a man who had previously had leprosy. While he was eating, a woman came in with a beautiful alabaster jar of expensive perfume and poured it over his head. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-16, Matthew 10:40-42, Mark 14:9, 2 Samuel 24:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon – Pastor’s Appreciation, An Extravagant Gift

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 10, 2024

Many pastors and church leaders are in this great work not to be rewarded or celebrated, yet those who value their work and see their sacrifice should seek ways to bless their lives and encourage them on their way.

Sermon – Pastor’s Appreciation, An Extravagant Gift Scripture Lesson: Matthew 26:6-16 “Meanwhile, Jesus was in Bethany at the home of Simon, a man who had previously had leprosy. While he was eating, a woman came in with a beautiful alabaster jar of expensive perfume and poured it over his head. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-16, Mark 14:9, Luke 10:38-42, Hebrews 6:10

Denomination: Methodist

The Active Church

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on May 19, 2025

The Church continued to grow

The Active Church Acts 5:12-28 A little over thirteen years ago, the Elder Board of Living Faith Fellowship asked me to write an essay on my ideal Church. Part of what I wrote said, “The vision of the church is: We exist to bring Praise and Glory to our King, Jesus Christ. We do this by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Coronation Of King Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Apr 1, 2024

A sermon for Palm Sunday

Title: The Coronation of King Jesus Alex Navalny ? Russian activist - poisoned in August 2020 – and almost died. • he received ed Medical Care in Berlin • then - he Returned To Russia – and was Immediately Arrested. • Sent to Siberian prison – killed – on Feb 16, 2024. (age 46); wife and 2 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Mother's Oracle

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Moms can make lasting impressions not only upon their daughters, but also upon their sons! They can help their children avoid the detours that could ruin their lives.

1. "The ideal woman was described 2,500 years ago in Proverbs 31--and she is still intimidating her sisters ever since." Liz Higgs 2. Many inaccuracies re: motherhood, role of women in OT... 3. E.G., weddings arranged, girls forced to marry....not true; daughters could accept/reject; parents ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Praying Through Your Problems

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

When you start a new church you don’t have seasoned prayer warriors in that church who will pray in the blessings and the protection of God. We were successful because we convinced a few Christians in other churches to pray us through our early problems.

"PRAYING THROUGH" YOUR PROBLEMS TEXT: Acts 12:5 INTRODUCTION: Moses prayed and God spared Israel from judgment. Joshua prayed and God caused the sun to stand still. Hannah prayed and God gave her a baby boy. Solomon prayed and God gave him wisdom. Elijah prayed and God sent fire down from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5

What Are The Qualities Of A Successful Fellowship

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

A survey of hundreds of pastors has allowed us to compile a preliminary list of measurable quality factors in the life of a congregation in ranking order. The twelve factors are:

What Are the Qualities of a Successful Fellowship Acts 2:41-47 Illustration:A survey of hundreds of pastors has allowed us to compile a preliminary list of measurable quality factors in the life of a congregation in ranking order. The twelve factors are: 1. Bible knowledge. Church members are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fellowship And The Apostle Paul's Exhortations

Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Mar 18, 2004

The Apostle Paul gives us some great advice in how we need to interact with each other and style our lives .

I operate an on line Christian Fellowship group and recently sent this to its members- We call ourselves - Christian Fellowship. What are God’s instructions to us in Fellowshipping ? We can certainly get a good start by paying attention to Romans 12 Romans was written by the Apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Godliness Enhances The Value Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 26, 2004

Godliness has value for all things.

"For physical training is of some value, BUT GODLINESS HAS VALUE FOR ALL THINGS, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. THIS IS A TRUSTWORTHY SAYING that deserves full acceptance." GODLINESS HAS VALUE FOR ALL THINGS. This certiainly is a TRUSTWORTHY TRUTH. It’s absolute ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Backsliding

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005

The Case & Cure For Blacksliding

2/23/97 Jer. 3:6-18 WHAT IS BACKSLIDING? Jer. 3:6-10 compared with todays news BORN-AGAIN MAKES LITTLE DIFFERENCE IN BEHAVIOR ------->:A ROPER poll National & International Religion Report -- Oct 8 1990 - The behavior of born-again Christians after their ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom And Reality Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2003

A wise man takes life in stride because he has a realistic perspective about people, society, and himself.

Wisdom and Reality (Eccl. 8:1--9:3) 1. Wisdom has always been a valuable quality: Ivy Lee, a management consultant, was called in by Charles Schwab, chairman of Bethlehem Steel Company, to give him advice on how to better manage his time. After observing Schwab for several hours, Lee gave this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are The People Amazed? Series

Contributed by Terry Stivers on Jul 21, 2003

Is the work of Jesus in your life one of authority and power that will amaze people? Series on Mark

ARE PEOPLE REALLY AMAZED? Mark 1:21-28 INTRO: When Linda and I were in college we attended a service where there was a Christian Illusionist. That morning he carried with him a Chicago Tribune newspaper. It was very thick. He then was blindfolded and turned his back on the congregation. He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

How To Respond To Your Accusers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 26, 2003

Paul credited His Sovereign Lord with the ability to guide him with the knowledge, wisdom and promptings from the Spirit through his conscience. The great apostle relied on his conscience to guide him with the moral judgment necessary to oppose the violat

How Paul Demonstrated Wisdom Before His Accusers (Acts 23:1-5) Illustration: The 90/10 Principle Discover the 90/10 Principle: It will change your life The 90/10 principle is incredible! Very few know and apply this principle. The Result? Millions of people are suffering undeserved stress, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational