Sermons on Pilates Sentence:

Have You Made That Good Decision

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Sep 14, 2019

Does anyone really know what time it is? We, should make that into a song…oh that’s right, it already is a song [Chicago the band, 1969]. Does anyone really know the TRUTH? What is the TRUTH?

A guy some 2000+ years ago asked another man, what is the TRUTH? Do you know who these two men were? Yes, it was Pontius Pilate and Jesus Christ, God as a man. Pontius had no idea who he was dealing with…well at first anyway. I believe he eventually figured it out and was sorry for his ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:6-21, Matthew 26:64, Mark 13:24-27, 1 Thessalonians 4:17

Denomination: *other

Doubting Disciples

Contributed by David Roth on Apr 25, 2020

As Christians we have our doubts and we have Jesus. We doubt our doubts and we believe Him.

John 20:19-31 Easter 2 April 19, 2020 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. Alleluia. He is risen. He is risen, indeed. Alleluia. “Doubting Disciples” They were in the Upper Room. The same ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Parable Of The Fig Tree

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 25, 2019

Lent 3, Cycle C: Living your second chance

From Luke 13: 6-9 today: The situation: A man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard. The complication: The fig tree did not bear figs when expected. The resolution: The owner, therefore, orders that it be cut down. The second chance: The gardener proposes another solution that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Catholic

Divisions, Sins, And Signs (Matthew 12:22-37)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 26, 2025

The clash between Jesus and the Pharisees intensified during the time of His public ministry. He rebuked and condemned them for their hypocrisy and unbelief, warning them of the eternal consequences.

After healing the man with the withered hand (12:9-14), the Lord Jesus continued His work of healing the sick and teaching the Word. Now the people brought before Him a man who was not only demon-possessed but also suffered from blindness and the inability to speak. Jesus immediately cast out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-42, Mark 3:22-27, Luke 11:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

Good Friday, A Reflection

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Apr 9, 2025

On this most solemn day of the Christian year, we gather in the shadow of the Cross.

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen. Beloved in Christ, On this most solemn day of the Christian year, we gather in the shadow of the Cross. The altars are bare, the bells are silent, and our hearts are heavy. This is not a time for noise or novelty. It is a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Anglican

The "rock And Wave" Of Evangelism

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Feb 24, 2024

Jesus did not behave the same in every situation. Sometimes, he stood like a "rock" and other times he disrupted like a "wave." This is a short explanation of two ways in which we can be impactful in a way that brings others closer to Christ to the glory of God the Father.

What is the rock and wave of evangelism? This is a framework of how to function as light in a world of darkness. Jesus told his followers that “You are the light of the world.” (Matthew 5:14) Let’s take a deeper dive into that: 14 “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Colossians 4:5-6, John 18:28-40, Matthew 21:12-13, John 12:49, John 5:19, Isaiah 42:8  (view more)  (view less)

The Parable Of The Pounds.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 28, 2021

Faithfulness, the economy of heaven.

THE PARABLE OF THE POUNDS. Luke 19:11-27. A notorious collaborator, who had been both a tax-collector for the occupying enemy and a thief, had just had his life turned around by Jesus. ‘This day is salvation come to this house,’ announced Jesus. ‘For the Son of man is come to seek and to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 19, 2022

The eyewitness account of the Apostle John.

THE CROSS OF JESUS. John 19:17-37. JOHN 19:17. “Went forth.” The ultimate sin-offering, outside the gate (cf. Hebrews 13:12-13). JOHN 19:18. “Where they crucified Him.” Typology of the brass serpent (cf. John 3:14). A hanged man is cursed by God (cf. Deuteronomy 21:23), and Jesus became a ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Years, Madre Dei- Sanctify Time Like Mary

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 7, 2019

January 1, 2020

Today on January 1st, it’s all about sanctifying time. Psalm 90:12 says, “Lord, teach us to number our days, that we may gain wisdom of heart.” Romans 13: You know what time it is, how it is now the moment for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we became ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:16-21

Denomination: Catholic

"How Did They Get Here"?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 4, 2018

The early chucrh got to place of great humility, great power, and great faith. They got to this pint becasue theyhad faith in Jesus, Holy Spirit, and God.

How did they Get There? Acts 4:32-36 • My concern is not so much what they did, but How did they get to this point? • How can you do this out of pure love pure faith • How can we be one mind one heart? • They shared everything, there was no needy, willing to lay it all on the line money, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-36

Denomination: Methodist

Advent 2c-- Make Straight His Paths Series

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 1, 2018

What needs straightening out in my life? How can I help ease the path of others?

Father Joseph Donders who lives in Washington DC tells an interesting story about going to the airport to pick up a friend who was coming to visit him from Africa. It was a cold, winter day and all the trees were bare except for a few firs and pines. This was the first time his friend ever left ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Preparation

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 4, 2018

What does building a highway have to do with preparation for celebrating Christ’s first coming? What does it have to do with preparing for Christ’s Second Coming? Let’s understand the preparation Christ expects. Let’s discuss preparing the way for Christ in Luke 3:1-6.

What does building a highway have to do with preparation for celebrating Christ’s first coming? What does it have to do with preparing for Christ’s Second Coming? Let’s understand the preparation Christ expects. Let’s discuss preparing the way for Christ in Luke 3:1-6. Caesar Luke 3:1 “Now in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Do Not Be Idle” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 13, 2019

Jesus is coming don't be like some of those folks in Thessalonica they were idle.

“Do Not Be Idle” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 1. Jesus is coming - am I ready?" • It’s the most important question that must be answered • The answer is either yes I am, I am not sure, an absolute no. • To be ready, of course, requires salvation. Do I know Jesus Christ as my personal Savior? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Denomination: Methodist

Repent & Turn (Acts 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 11, 2025

What did Peter add to repentance?

Whose words contain the central message of Christianity? When we repent, from what and to whom do we turn? Let’s look at Acts 3. What miracle occurred as Peter and John met a beggar at the Temple? One afternoon, Peter and John were on their way to the Temple for the three o’clock prayer time. Now ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Prosperity (Job 21)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 27, 2025

How dangerous is prosperity?

Do we presume that the prosperity of the wicked means they are righteous? Does that sound like a false gospel? Let’s begin in Job 21. Are we among those who mock the poor, the homeless, the suffering of the world? But Job answered and said, Hear diligently my speech, and let this be your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist