Sermons on Practical Application:

Understanding Baptism

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 10, 2013

There's a lot of confusion in the religious world regarding baptism. In this lesson, we'll survey the NT teaching on the ancient practice and learn the why's behind doing it.

The words of Ananias in Acts 22:16 are simple to understand. There’s nothing complicated about them. Nothing complex or ambiguous; “And now why are you waiting? Arise and be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on the name of the Lord.” And yet the religious world of today, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:16

Denomination: *other

Spread The Word Despite The Odds Sermon Ii: Love Found A Way Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 14, 2020

Despite multiple attacks against Christianity today, mature Christians choose to follow the New Testament model of giving and sharing as practiced by first century disciples of Christ.

LOVE FOUND A WAY TO REDEEM OUR SOULS, MAKE US WHOLE, BIND US TOGETHER My doctor reminded me that it’s about time for me to undergo my wellness checkup. At our age and stage in life, it’s a good idea to do this on a regular basis, is it not, in keeping with the axiom, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

There Is One Baptism Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 8, 2023

Various churches have various teachings and various practices concerning baptism. But that does not mean that the Bible does not provide us with a good understanding of the will of God in the matter of baptism.

Alba 5-7-2023 THERE IS ONE BAPTISM Ephesians 4:5 The story is told of a preacher who had just starting serving a new congregation. For eight Sundays in a row he preached about baptism. Finally, the chairman of the elders approached him and said, “Preacher, we get the point about baptism, and so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:5, Acts 2:38-39, Romans 6:1-5, Acts 8:30-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Dies For All Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 2, 2022

This passage which we have taken for our contemplation has many life values to learn. But let me share with you three practical life lessons.

Theme: One Dies for all Text: John 11:45-57 Greetings; The Lord is Good and his love endures forever. Joke: “A frog had fallen in love with human girls. No human girl touched him. So, he went to a Prophet. Prophet said: Soon you are going to meet a beautiful young girl who wants to know all ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-57

Denomination: Methodist

Rahab’s Rehab

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Oct 22, 2023

Spying is a dangerous business. It’s a practice that’s probably been around as long as men and countries have gone to war against each other.

Rahab’s Rehab Jos 2:1-19 Zec 3:2b …Is this not a brand plucked from the fire? Spying is a dangerous business. It’s a practice that’s probably been around as long as men and countries have gone to war against each other. Some countries may not admit to it, but I think it’s probably safe to say ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

Grounded In Christ Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jun 9, 2020

Some miss the gate. Some lose their way, by false teaching, counterfeit spirituality, or not putting beliefs into practice. Some are grounded in Christ, and stand firm in the storms of life!

Healthy Disciples: GROUNDED IN CHRIST—Matthew 7:13-27 Read Matthew 7:13-14. This is troubling. We know that many people in the world are not interested in eternal life with Christ as Lord and King, and that troubles us. Jesus implies, however, that many who claim to be Christians might not be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27, Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Relationships Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 7, 2020

Today's series, "Let's Talk About," looks at some practical advice about how to make relationships work.

Let’s Talk About “Relationships” Truthfully, this could actually take a month full of Sunday’s to fully talk about relationships, because of the complexity of the subject, and the nature of these relationships, especially when it comes to our relationships with others and with God. But what I’d ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2, 1 John 3:18

Denomination: Foursquare

Getting Life Right: Sexuality Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 18, 2020

Be wise about temptation, channel sexuality, and support marriage. Practical and positive, while presenting clear expectations and recognizing our need for God's help.

Getting Life Right: SEXUALITY—Matthew 5:27-32 In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gathered his closest disciples around him, teaching them how to get life right. We began our series with Matthew 5:17-20, where Jesus affirmed the enduring value of the OT law, but said that the law alone does not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32, 1 Timothy 5:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Making The Most Of Your Family Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 9, 2019

Honor or "give weight to" parents. Children should a) obey, b) respect, and c) surpass, their parents. Positive and practical for all ages.

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR FAMILY—Deuteronomy 5:16 Deuteronomy 5:16 “Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the LORD your God is giving you.” (Preacher: a few extra words in Deuteronomy, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:16, Exodus 20:12, Leviticus 19:3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ten Commandments: Don't Steal Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 9, 2019

WHAT is stealing? WHY should we not steal? HOW can we keep from stealing, and do good? Practical, relevant, without being heavy-handed.

DON’T STEAL—Exodus 20:15 You go out for the evening, and when you get home and walk in the door, something doesn’t seem right. In the next room, the TV is missing, along with valuable electronics. Or maybe it is not your house. Your purse is gone, or you get a text showing new charges on your ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15, 1 Thessalonians 4:6, Romans 13:7, Leviticus 19:13, Deuteronomy 24:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christian Love

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Feb 15, 2020

How is a church a family? How do we practically show love to one another? Jesus gave us an example and Paul challenges us to live it.

Christian Love (Rom. 12:9-13) Intro: A. There is a verse that many Christians know, have heard or been preached from the pulpit so frequently, it the meaning has lost its wonder and awe. To put the verse in the context I take you to the night commonly called the Last Supper. But instead of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-10, John 13:33-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Daily Lifestyles Of Full Timers Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 15, 2024

The Timetable of Jesus Christ was fully occupied. He had a regular practice of prayer, evangelism, healing, and counselling. However, nothing was robotic, not legalistic. It was his commitment and concerns.

Text: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 Theme: “Our Daily Lifestyles”   Today, we will look into “Our Daily Lifestyles” from the Second Corinthians 4. It gives us the missionary endeavours of Paul and his co-workers. This chapter has “Their engagements”, “their encounters”, “their empowerments”. Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Revelation – Light.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 24, 2024

The practical side of these 20 verses, is they take the believer into a deeper walk with Jesus, but also Paul is getting believers ready to go deeper into their marriages, and other relational affairs.

Revelation – Light. Ephesians 5:1-20TPT The apostle Paul writes this letter from a prison cell. Paul understands that over the long haul there has to be a continual relationship between you and Father. There is too ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

2 - Yours And Mine Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Nov 5, 2024

That is the promise, “I will be their God and they will be my people” or “I am yours and you are mine.” This is marriage language. And we have a symbol of this we practice every month in communion.

When was the last time you made a promise? Did you keep it? Perhaps when you were married? A wife took her husband to counseling and in tears the woman tells the counselor that her husband doesn’t tell her he loves her. The counselor asked the husband, if that is true, and he said, “I told her I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, Ezekiel 37:27

Denomination: Methodist

What The World Needs Now... Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Apr 23, 2001

What the world needs most is the impact joyful Christians make; that’s one of the best ways we show God’s love in a practical way.

Introduction - There are many joy-robbers: IRS Form 1040s, pink slips, overtime, unexpected changes. Paul the Apostle experienced many more things than these (2 Corinthians 11) and still rejoiced (Philippians 4). Joy is: A result of trusting Christ that makes us able to see life from God’s ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11, Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Baptist