Sermons on Poor Preaching:

Holy War! Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Jun 1, 2005

Many pastors, including this one, preached series on the subject of “spiritual warfare” including strong emphasis on confronting and defeating evil. Then, September 11 happened. Suddenly ‘holy war’ had a whole new meaning.

Holy War! Text: Joshua 10-11 Pew Bible page 344 I need to start my message this morning with some disclaimers. Oh yes, it’s one of those! First of all, I am asking for a fair hearing. I know that this is a controversial topic and I also know that if you only hear the buzz words and ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gone Fishin'

Contributed by John Nadasi on Jan 29, 2003

This is a fun sermon to preach! God’s call extends from the ordinary (apostles) to the extraordinary (Jonah). Many times God calls us through the subtlety of invitation as in this text. We are invited to go and do likewise.

Mark 1: 14-20 January 26, 2000 Paonia United Methodist Church How many of you watch the news? Have you seen the case being brought against McDonalds That eating their food makes you fat? Duh! Of course it does… that’s what makes it taste good. Thankfully, that case was dismissed this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

Rise Up And Choose Christ

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 4, 2007

This is a sermon we preached on our 18th anniversary at the church. It challenges us to Rise Up And Choose Christ. It’s our theme. Watch the video or listen to the audio version at www.glenvillenewlife.com.

Rise Up And Choose Christ 3/4/2007 Isaiah 40:27-31 Acts 14:8-20 Today is the celebration of starting our 18th year in ministry together. We praise God for God’s working in and through the life of this church to make a difference for Jesus Christ. How many of you can say that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Coming Of The End

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 5, 2007

Jesus talks about several things that we need to be aware of before the end comes. 1- There will be worldwide chaos 2- There will be hatred of people 3- There will be false leaders 4- There will be much wickedness 5- There will be much preaching

INTRO.- ILL.- A girl said, “My mother and I returned to my parents’ house late one evening to find my father, my college-age brother, Steven, and my ten-year-old sister fast asleep. “Mom had forgotten her house keys, so we knocked loudly, first at the back door and then the front and side doors. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Will Be A Servant In The Church Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007

I preached this sermon at the oridnation of three deacons, but directed more as a charge to the church to be servants as well. We are all called to serve and sometimes we need to take off our bibs and put on our aprons.

“I Will Be A Servant in the Church” Introduction: Today, we have ordained three men into the position of deacon. Many times as events like this take place we fail to catch and see the meaning of what is taking place. First of all, it is important that we understand that word “ordain” simple ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focus On Five Word Of God And Prayer Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Mar 15, 2007

We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that through reading, studying, and preaching the Word of God, along with prayer we can enter into a deeper relationship with God as well as releasing His presence into our lives.

LET’S PRAY Father we ask for Your anointing on us today. Place Your anointing on me as Your messenger today. God move in our lives. Rip open the heavens and visit Your people today. Open our eyes so that we may see Your Word. Open our ears so that we may hear Your Word. Open our minds so that we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-176

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Cross Without Blood Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 25, 2007

To accept the salvation of the cross, you must also accept that blood that flowed on the cross. All to often today, churches are preaching the cross, but forgetting about what God’s son had to endure on the cross for them.

85% of all Americans believe that Christ was crucified, resurrected, and living in Heaven. -Less then 1/2 of the 85% say they have a personal relationship with Jesus. Why would they believe, but not want to receive - The church of today is one reason (A Big Reason) - We have watered down ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Victory Proclamation Series

Contributed by William Nowak on May 1, 2002

In this difficult passage, we’re told that Jesus "preached unto the spirits in prison..." To understand the passage we need to answer the basic questions...How? When? Who? Where? And Why is Peter telling us this?

I Peter 3:18-20 “A Victory Proclamation” Intro—A few years ago, I, like most people, was amazed by one of those fads that periodically sweeps the US—at the time I’m thinking of, someone had discovered that you could use a computer somehow to generate “art” that would have a picture “hidden” in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

O Day Of Rest And Gladness

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Apr 17, 2007

Sermon for the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost, Series B. Preached 6/18/2006 @ Beaver Creek Lutheran Church, Forest City, Iowa (ELCM) Some material from Concordia Pulpit Resources.

Pentecost 2B. Deuteronomy 5:12-15 “O Day of Rest & Gladness” 6/18/2006 Beaver Creek Lutheran Church, Forest City, Iowa (ELCM) Source Material: Concordia Pulpit Resources, Vol. 13, No.3 Sermon Outline Introduction: Every day seems to have its own personality. Fats Domino sang a song called “Blue ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15

Denomination: Lutheran

New Life For A Dead Man

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 28, 2007

This sermon deals with the born again experience which seems to have lost its place among much of the sermons of our day. Because there seems to be such a need for the "help" type of preaching for the troubled lives of church attenders.

Scripture: John 3:1 – Title: “NEW LIFE FOR A DEAD MAN” Introduction: The title of the message may sound a little shocking, but it couldn’t be truer. In 2:23 we are told that the people’s faith had been awakened by the miracles they saw Jesus perform. In the last few verses of chapter 2 we are ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tell Them...

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 29, 2007

We must tell our children about the LORD. We can be passionate about our family and our country. We need to be passionate about the things of the LORD. This sermon was preached at a National Family Reunion.

Good Morning This morning I want to speak to you regarding some very important matters. Throughout the past few days, I have had opportunity to meet with some of you and learn about you. We are all here to have fun and do just that. To see where our heritage came from… Who we belong to… who we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The Household Holds, Purpose Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Feb 24, 2009

The House Holds People of Purpose, we don’t do what we do for no reason or because it has always been done. You can also listen to this message at www.preaching.co.nr

Culture is how we do things. Every household does its’ things in its’ own way. The members of God’s household must guard against becoming closed to others fulfilling their God given potential. God looks for a household that is open, welcoming and receptive to the new way, gift or idea he wants to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Obsticles To Kingdom Life- The Respectability Trap Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 5, 2007

This is sermon #5 of the Sermon on the Mount series (#4 was preached by Jesus Castillo), Using the text from Matt.6:1-18 Jesus speaks of doing our good deeds in secret to please only God.

The Sermon on the Mount #5 Obstacles to Kingdom Life ¡V The Respectability Trap Matthew 6:1-18 CHCC: October 7, 2007 Skit: IN SECRET: Janet Arnold, Summie Roach INTRODUCTION: (Comment about skit) Most people like attention when they do good deeds, but the most amazing example of tooting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This Is How We Blew It

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 4, 2008

I preached this sermon while filling the pulpit of a church seeking a pastor. It (the sermon) discusses how the Body of Christ is responsible for the state of our nation, but from a different angle than one might expect.

This is How We Blew It Texts: Luke 18:8; 2nd Cor. 13:5; James 2:14-26 (and others) By: Kenny McKinley (Read Texts and open with prayer and thanksgiving) As I was praying and considering what to preach here today, I considered the fact that I was going to be in a church where I didn’t know any of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Session #4 “when And Where We Fulfill Our Purpose” Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 15, 2011

Sermon Series I preach when our Church went through Rick Warren's C.L.A.S.S. Christian Life And Service Seminars Thanks to Rick Warren for the Foundation of this Sermon Series

WE BECOME WHAT WE ARE COMMITTED TO! How? Matthew 16:24-28 1. We must Deny ourselves and put Christ first! Hebrews 11:24-26 “By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be known as the son of Pharaoh’s daughter. He chose to be mistreated along with the people of God rather ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

Denomination: Baptist