Sermons on Praying Scripture:

You Are Barabbas

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 14, 2013

There are so many places within scripture where the gospel is foreshadowed. The account of Barabbas’ release is one such place.

This morning I would like to spend a short amount of time studying about a man that we do not know too much about, but a man that for a small amount of time plays an important role in the darkness and injustice that happens the day our Lord was crucified. The man I am speaking of is Barabbas. There ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Time To Grow Up Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 31, 2017

Part 2 focuses on the the food baby Christians eat - MILK. The foundation Scripture is Hebrews 5:11-14.

It’s Time To Grow Up - Part 2 Scriptures: Proverbs 20:11; 1 Cor. 13:11; Heb. 5:12-14 This is part two of my message “It’s Time to Grow Up” and I must tell you that I will not be able to finish it this morning. I ask for your patience as I listen to and share what the Spirit of God is sharing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 4: The Prophets Said It Would Be Like This

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 27, 2021

this is the fourth study in 1 Peter. We need to understand the importance of Scripture and the power of the Holy Spirit to the life of the Church.

The Prophets Said it Would be Like This: 1 Peter 1:10-12 Introduction The idea for the title of this section comes from a Chattanooga weatherman who predicted correctly a big snowstorm in March 13, 1993. It was the only snow of the season in an area that barely averages 4 inches of snow a year. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do You Have Anything For Me To Eat

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 19, 2014

The Resurrection is a bodily resurrection. This is what the Apostles were witnesses of and were to proclaim. They proclaimed this based upon the testimony of Scripture.

Do You Have Anything for Me to Eat? Luke 24:33-49 Introduction Jesus had just appeared to Cleophas and another disciple at the little village of Emmaus. We know that it was already evening on the first Easter Sunday. These disciples had walked about seven miles. Yet they were so excited about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:33-49

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Whatever Happened To Holiness? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 7, 2022

Are we truly holy? or do we hang on to the contaminates of the world? All Scripture references are from the NASB95.

Holiness and the very concept of holiness is something that is lost in today’s culture and in the church itself. The very concept of God and His holiness has dismissed. According to Dr Steve DeNeff, author of the book “The way of Holiness: Experiencing God’s Work in You,” he says: “So, as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Part 14 Revelation 5 God’s Great Love John 3:16–17 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 17, 2022

this is the world’s most well-known Scripture. Brief and to the point, Jesus revealed God’s great love.

John Series Part 14 Revelation 5 God’s Great Love John 3:16–17 (3:16–17) Introduction: this is the world’s most well-known Scripture. Brief and to the point, Jesus revealed God’s great love. 1. The fact: God so loved (v.16). 2. The evidence: God gave (v.16). 3. The purpose: to save (v.16). 4. The ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Does Holy Living Look Like? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Mar 7, 2022

This the last message of this series. what does holiness look like in everyday living? All Scripture references are in the NASB.

What does Holy Living look like? Perhaps this message should have been the first message in the series rather than the last. We must remember, we have been called to holiness: 1 Peter 1:15–16 but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; 16 because it is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Money Matters Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 10, 2024

Challenges hearers to consider why Proverbs talks about money so much. Selected Scriptures from Proverbs.

“MONEY MATTERS” Selected Verses in Proverbs FBCF – 6/9/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – No coincidence that the day that we roll out our plans for a new Sanctuary is the day that I had scheduled a sermon on money. The announcement about the sanctuary was not planned back in Nov when I laid out my ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Glorious Return Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 13, 2024

In this sermon, we’ll explore the scriptural foundations of Jesus’ second coming, its significance, and the implications for our lives.

The Bible assures us that Jesus Christ will return to earth in all His glory, a promise that has captivated believers for centuries. In this sermon, we'll explore the scriptural foundations of Jesus' second coming, its significance, and the implications for our lives. The Promise of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:11, Matthew 24:30

#10 We Believe In Discipleship Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Oct 11, 2022

Do we really understand what it means to be a disciple, a follower of Jesus? All Scripture references are from the NASB.

Start message with the video: "JESUS FOLLOWER" (1:14) found at Sermon Central Who or what are you following? As the video said, we all follow something, we pattern our lives after someone or something. What is it? Here today in church, the Sunday School answer is “we follow Jesus.” Do ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Exemplary Leadership Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Apostle Tonya on Oct 25, 2022

The exemplary leadership of our Savior whereby the Scriptures record He taught His Disciples and teaches leaders today.

In the Gospels, we are favored by the Spirit of God to be introduced to our First Love, our Beloved Savior. It is also in these blessed pages wherefore we read of our Majesty’s Earthly Ministry and His Followers whom hungered and listened while our Holy Lord most masterfully taught: astonishingly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Not Love The Evil Of This World Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 28, 2022

In this passage of scripture, John was writing unto all believers to urge them to obey Jesus and love all Believers

In this passage of scripture, John was writing unto all believers to urge them to obey Jesus and love all Believers. In verses 12-14: 1. As Christians have their curious states, so they have unconventional obligations 2. There is obedience and statutes basic to all, and shared love and scorn of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Have We Had The Sin Test? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 3, 2022

Scripture firmly censures sin and leaves no justifiable reason for it. Sin generally upsets our walk with God.

This passage of Scripture firmly censures sin and leaves no justifiable reason for it. While this warning notice is frequently deciphered as a litmus test for salvation, John's particular crowd is really Christian believers. Salvation is not a good reason for someone to commit a transgression, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is A Rational Sinner? Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 13, 2022

This passage of Scripture discusses God’s anger at sin. Mankind's fall is imagined as a descending movement.

This passage of Scripture discusses God’s anger at sin. It depicts why God legitimately censures humankind and some of what he has done with regards to it. Mankind's fall is imagined as a descending movement. It begins with dismissing God as the creator, declining to see the significant ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Teach With Courage And Conviction The Correct Living In The Church

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 4, 2022

It is one thing to teach from the Scriptures, but do we live what we teach as well as we teach?

The ability to carry on with the Christian life originates from Jesus Christ. Since Christ died for us and delivered us from transgression, we are therefore liberated from the control of sin. Christ gives us the strength and the comprehension to live as per God's will. Thusly, we would now be ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible