Sermons on Political Prisoner:

Christian Civics 101 Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jun 11, 2001

The most important principle about our relationship to our government.

(Note: This sermon was introduced with the song "Fellow Prisoners" by Michael Card from the Soul Anchor CD and a slide show about persecution of Christians in the world). It’s sobering to realize that so many people who confess the name of Jesus in the world today are being persecuted for their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Persecution Paradox Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 30, 2020

We shouldn’t be surprised when persecution comes. In fact, Jesus closes out the section of the Beatitudes with a paradox. We will be persecuted. It’s inevitable. But the blessing we will receive is out of this world!

The Jesus Manifesto: The Persecution Paradox Matthew 5:10-12 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Williams It Has Begun It’s been fourteen months since that fateful day in September 2026. In a landmark, unprecedented seven to three vote, the Supreme Court labeled Christianity a “hate ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Called By God Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 6, 2018

Ephesians 3:1-6 teaches us that God calls a Christian to die to self and to live for others.

Scripture Today I am starting a new series on Ephesians 3 that I am calling, "Proclaiming the Unsearchable Riches of Christ." The ESV Study Bible notes: "There are two main themes of Ephesians: (1) Christ has reconciled all creation to himself and to God, and (2) Christ has united people from all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Mystery Of The Gospel Revealed Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 17, 2022

Christianity cures our self-focus by giving us something greater to focus on in our lives. What I mean is that dying to your self and living for Christ completes and renews your entire life.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD, USA www.mycrossway.org View this and other messages at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/channels/8118 Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. was a physician. As such he was very interested in the use of ether. In order to know how his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

The Law V. The Promise Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 23, 2013

So which is greater, the Law or the Promise? How are we saved by one and not the other?

Introduction: A. There is a story about a student at Cambridge University who entered the classroom on exam day and asked the proctor to bring him cakes and ale. 1. The proctor refused, expressing astonishment at the young student’s audacity. 2. At this point the student read from the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Live: Humility Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 5, 2009

Paul says that if we want to have joy in this life, we must learn to get along with those in the church...and that is going to require humility on our part!

TEXT: Philippians 2:1-11 TITLE: To Live: Humility (part 4) SERIES: TO LIVE TOPIC: Humility OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, June 5, 2009 PROP.: Paul wants us to continue to get along…and to continue to get along with one another, it will require HUMILITY! INTRODUCTION: Good morning! ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Nov 6, 2000

A sermon given on July 4th weekend about the real freedoms that we experience as Christians.

Freedom Galatians 5:1-6:5 This is the time of year when our national thoughts are of freedom. Freedom is even in the language of the church. Jesus himself said, "You will know the truth and the truth will set you free." 'Freedom' is a word on everybody's lips today. There are many different ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on May 16, 2005

Blessed are those who mourn for our present state of values, for they are the ones who are the hope of the world.

Blessed are Those Who Mourn Matthew 23:37-39 May 15, 2005 I read a book a while ago which began with a few very provocative paragraphs. You may not be a Christian and wondering why anyone would want to be. The religion that inspired the Crusades, launched witch trials, perpetuates religious ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37-39

Denomination: Methodist

Unwise Remark

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 23, 2019

A study in the Gospel of Matthew 27: 1 – 26

Matthew 27: 1 – 26 Unwise remark 1 When morning came, all the chief priests and elders of the people plotted against Jesus to put Him to death. 2 And when they had bound Him, they led Him away and delivered Him to Pontius Pilate the governor. 3 Then Judas, His betrayer, seeing that He had been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Journey Of Hope Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 26, 2017

What was it about the message of Gabriel about the Christ child that changed the world?

OPEN: (This sermon began with a clip from the Sony movie “The Star” – a cartoon rendition of the nativity as seen through the eyes of the animals that might have been there. Today’s movie clip showed Mary being told by the angel of her impending pregnancy) The video clip we saw retold the scene in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Person That Ever Lived

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 18, 2026

That is a powerful statement and deserves an in-depth study.

Jesus declared John the Baptist to be the greatest “among those born of women” (Matthew 11:11a) (Heretofore referred to as John). That is a powerful statement and deserves an in-depth study. This message is about his lineage and life, and what we can learn from him. He is a pivotal figure in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:11, Luke 1:80, Acts 19:2-4, Isaiah 40:3-5, Isaiah 61:1, Mark 6:17-18, Matthew 3:11, Acts 1:4-5, Acts 2:1-4, Revelation 22:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Really Care? Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 10, 2008

This message speaks to the question of "What does it take" to REALLY care.

DO YOU REALLY CARE? Romans 9:1-5 * The 1960’s were a tumultuous time in America. Riots, Rebellion and Race Relations were the issues which this country faced. In this midst of this time, teenagers became disenchanted with the institutional church as they felt the church was both hypocritical and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Giving To Caesar...2000 Years Later?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 31, 2008

Message about Jesus’ words to give to Caesar what belongs to him, and to God what belongs to Him.

Giving to Caesar…2000 Years Later? Matthew 22:15-22 August 31, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." We: Who likes paying taxes? If we could find a way to avoid paying them, wouldn’t that be a great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Dark Tunnel

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 8, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 37: 1 – 21

Jeremiah 37: 1 – 21 No light at the end of the tunnel 1 Now King Zedekiah the son of Josiah reigned instead of Coniah the son of Jehoiakim, whom Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon made king in the land of Judah. 2 But neither he nor his servants nor the people of the land gave heed to the words of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 37:20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Law Versus The Promise Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 6, 2005

Let’s avoid the mistakes the Judaizers made and focus our thoughts on Paul’s history lesson in Galatians 3:15-22. We will observe the solid, historical fact of justification by faith alone in contrast to the perilous fiction of justification by works.

Scripture Allen Dale Golding tells the story about when he and his wife were missionaries in the Philippines. They vacationed in Baguio City in the mountains of Northern Luzon. While there, they visited the St. Louis Silver School, where silversmiths are trained. They admired exquisite workmanship ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed