Sermons on Pious:

The Apolitic Nature Of Revelations Pt.3. Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Aug 26, 2005

Revelations is a book of many things, prophecy, symbolism, joy, terror and mystery. It captivates people because it is the only book in any religion that gives specifics on the coming end of the world.

The Apolitic Nature of Revelations pt.3. The next question that we will look at is, 5. Why are so many interested and captivated by the Book of Revelations ? ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Love For A Mother

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Apr 7, 2008

This sermon is one of comending those who take care of their parents or grandparents. God and heaven honors those who makes the sacrifice.

Introduction: When we look at this fifth event at the cross, Jesus the Christ was still in the loving business. His whole being was still focused and entrapped in loving others. Here Jesus sets the stage for what we should do for our parents and grand parents. And that takes me to my only ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Present In The Unexpected; Doing The Out-Of-The-Ordinary

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 3, 2010

Easter sermon about doubting the resurrection of Christ.

Luke 24: 1 – 12 Present In The Unexpected; Doing The Out-of-the-ordinary. Intro: A man was walking down the street one evening when he spotted a neighborhood boy down on his hands and knees inching along the sidewalk underneath a street light. The man asked, “Billy, what’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Spontaneous Worship"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 24, 2006

I have divided my thoughts on this text into two divisions: Three things that you can plan on. And seven things that you cannot plan on. Spontaneous worship is the essence of revival!

Title: "Spontaneous Worship" Introduction: We do not know for certain who the woman was in this text, but we do know for certain that we will see her in Heaven and that her example has made a great impact on Christ and his Church. Tradition has it that it was Mary Magdalene in the text. I have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your "Saving Place?”

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

An unusual Christmas message.

WHERE IS YOUR “SAVING PLACE?” Luke 2:41-51 INTRO: One of the images that we can get from the Christmas season comes from the TV commercial played during the holiday season. A discount chain calls itself the “saving place” in its commercials. The announcer informs us that “Christmas is here at the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-51

Denomination: Baptist

Holistic Small Groups Series

Contributed by Michael Allen on Jul 30, 2007

One of a series focussing on the Natural Church Development characteristics

Imagine, on the front row there is a man who cannot walk. Even to get here he had to be brought and carried; he can talk but that is about it. What is this man’s most pressing need? What is it he needs more than anything else in the world? Stephanie is going to bring the Bible reading to us just ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

When The Truth Collides With Religious Beliefs

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: When the Truth Collides with Religious Beliefs

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: When the Truth Collides with Religious Beliefs Luke 14:1-6 Jesus has left the large crowds and continues heading toward Jerusalem (9:51). It is a Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath, and a prominent leader of the Pharisees invites him to a Sabbath meal in an attempt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rock Throwing Contest!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 7, 2014

They were more concerned about the sin, Jesus was more concerned about the sinner! They were more worried about the sin, Jesus was more worried about the sinner!

John 8:1-11-1-But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2-Now early in the morning He came again into the temple, and all the people came to Him; and He sat down and taught them. 3-Then the scribes and Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery. And when they had set her in the midst, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Seeds That Survive Pt 2 - Softening The Soil Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 5, 2012

In an age when the church is becoming increasingly irrelevant to the daily life of people, when the message of the church seems to increasingly fall on deaf ears, and when the truth is mocked as meaningless and unattainable, Jesus speaks to us these words

Seeds that Survive Pt 2 – Softening the Soil Luke 8:4-15 We started last week talking about seeds that survive. We talked about the sower and the seed last week but this week I want to start sharing with you about the soil. If the soil represents our hearts I want us to take a look at what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:4-15

Denomination: *other

A Time For Thanks

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 26, 2012

This Psalm gives five instructions for giving thanks

Only Ps with title of “Psalm Of Praise” Series of 5 commands given. Thankfulness seems to be a lost art today. Warren Wiersby illustrated this problem in his commentary on Colossians. He told about Edward Spencer a ministerial student in Evanston, Illinois, who was part of a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

When The Truth Collides With Religious Beliefs Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: When the Truth Collides with Religious Beliefs

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: When the Truth Collides with Religious Beliefs Luke 14:1-6 Jesus has left the large crowds and continues heading toward Jerusalem (9:51). It is a Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath, and a prominent leader of the Pharisees invites him to a Sabbath meal in an attempt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Calling Of God

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Oct 13, 2015

Are you in a position where you feel your abilities are not sufficient, your past learning don’t match, your capabilities are limited, and people don’t accept you? God has called you and He will take you through.

Are you in a position where you feel your abilities are not sufficient, your past learning don’t match, your capabilities are limited, and people don’t accept you? When God chose Moses to lead the people of Israel, he knew will not be able to do so with the capabilities he had. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:29

Denomination: Charismatic

Fighting The Culture Of Capitulation Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 30, 2015

True culture embraces the totality of a people’s life. It must also follow the natural moral and physical law.

Thursday of 9th week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel I’m pretty sure that the night after I married Carolyn forty-three years and ten months ago, my father-in-law did not go out and dig me a grave. Raguel had warned Tobias–Sarah had gone through seven husbands who never survived the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

The Way Of Righteousness

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 28, 2017

How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives?

Prelude, Purpose & Plan How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Baptist

David’s Four Lambs

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

God’s words through Nathan cut like a knife to the core of David’s heart. His penitent prayer is recorded in Psalm 51. As a result of his confession and his plea for mercy, God revoked part of David’s judgment (See vv. 5 & 13). David would not die as a re

Intro: Read vv. 6-7 (cf. Exo. 22:1). God’s words through Nathan cut like a knife to the core of David’s heart. His penitent prayer is recorded in Psalm 51. As a result of his confession and his plea for mercy, God revoked part of David’s judgment (See vv. 5 & 13). David would not die as a result of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14

Denomination: *other