Sermons on Preaching In Athens:

Romans – Verse By Verse 1:1-7 Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Payne on Jun 28, 2017

A verse by verse, precept upon precept study of the first half of Paul's salutation in his letter to the church at Rome.

Romans – Verse by Verse 1:1-7 Romans 1:1-7 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 1 Paul, a slave of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle and singled out for God’s good news— 2 which He promised long ago through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures— 3 concerning His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Preacher's Sacrifice

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 6, 2017

America needs clergy who are courageous enough to publicly teach what God's has to say about the issues of the day, whether it is popular or not. We need mighty Bible teachers who will take their stand, rebuke, correct and guide Americans to understand, "

Preacher's Sacrifice The Ultimate Cost for Our Religious Freedom The Bible says, "Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." (Hebrews 13:7-8) The song ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Season Or Out Of Season!

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Jul 28, 2017

We are not microwave cooks! We do not bring about “instant” Christians! We merely mix ingredients, and share receipts. In other words…We share the Gospel!

Happy “Speak-Up” Weekend, Everyone! Amos, an Old Testament book that we don’t spend much time in is where we will be studying this Sunday. Amos is called one of the “lesser” books of the Bible, not because it’s less important, but because it’s smaller. Amos, like Hosea, Joel, Obadiah, Micah, ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:10-17, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Pray For Us Preachers Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 3, 2016

The homily is the touchstone for judging a pastor’s closeness and ability to communicate to his people.

Thursday of 13th Week in Course Today Jesus’s words are about preaching and service. They are directed to us, to the clergy leaders of the Church, primarily, but really to all Christians. Saint Francis lived out this vocation–he took with him on his journeys almost nothing. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:7-15

Denomination: Catholic

Handling God's Word Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 16, 2016

The message explores the familiar admonition to handle the Word of Truth rightly.

“Remind them of these things, and charge them before God not to quarrel about words, which does no good, but only ruins the hearers. Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth. But avoid irreverent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Check Up For The Church - Worship – The Respiratory System Of The Local Church

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 1, 2020

Jesus tells us that the Father is looking for “true worshippers.” True worshippers, according to Jesus in John 4:24, are those who worship the Father “in spirit and truth.”

In the early 70’s comedian Flip Wilson played the part of a character named Reverend Leroy, who pastored The Church of What's Happenin' Now. But today our cities and counties are swarming with “Reverend Leroys'' and churches that might rightly be called The Church of What's ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Charge

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 7, 2020

Minister and congregation need to fulfill their ministries.

1. True Story Picabo Street, the well-known Olympic gold medalist in the Super G, is much more than a famous skier. In fact, between training on the slopes and traveling around the world to compete, she managed to get an education and earn a degree in nursing. Early in her nursing career, she was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Dress A Sermon Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 1, 2020

In order to be presentable, a sermon must be properly dressed!

HOW TO DRESS A SERMON Preaching involves all the components of dressing appropriately for the occasion. You would not go swimming in a three-piece suit and tie any more than you would enter the pulpit in only your underwear! How your dress your sermon will determine your ability to communicate ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:10

Denomination: Church Of God

Opposition To The Gospel

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 3, 2020

Based on Acts 13:1-12 - Reminder to believers that there will be opposition to the Gospel

OPPOSITION TO THE GOSPEL Acts 13:1-12 FBCF – 9/2/20 Refresh Jon Daniels INTRO – Youtube videos of street preachers. Amazing to see how quickly people turn against them in violent, abusive way. People just totally lose their minds when the Gospel is being preached. - Street evangelist in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Equipped #2: Speak Truth Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 22, 2025

Today we are going to focus on two gifts - what some call ‘the speaking gifts’. Although speaking in front of others is a major fear factor, it is necessary for sharing the good news.

Equipped 2: Speak Truth Introduction You probably wouldn’t have any trouble identifying the top five fears that human beings face. -The number one fear is Acrophobia (Fear of Heights) -Number two: Arachnophobia (Fear of Spiders) -Third is Claustrophobia (Fear of Enclosed Spaces) -Aerophobia (Fear ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On Proponents Of God

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 11, 2025

A proponent is essentially defined as a person who advocates a theory, proposal or course of action.

Brennan Manning, an American author once remarked: “For those who feel their lives are a grave disappointment to God, it requires enormous trust and reckless, raging confidence to accept that the love of Jesus Christ knows no shadow of alteration or change. When Jesus said, "Come to me, all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Romans 8:31, 1 Peter 3:15, 2 Timothy 1:7

Focus On Jesus Christ. Run Your Race

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 25, 2024

We are witnessing the intimidation, humiliation and silencing of Christian preachers, an outright war against Christianity sometimes by Christians themselves. This is a call for the Body of CHRIST,for each to run their race with their focus on JESUS CHRIST our SAVIOR.

Luke 9:49-50 49 “Master,” said John, “we saw someone driving out demons in your name and we tried to stop him, because he is not one of us.” 50 “Do not stop him,” Jesus said, “for whoever is not against you is for you.” Focus on ME Nowadays, it seems like it is the trend to analyze, debate and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:49-50

On Christ The Solid Rock I Stand

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 10, 2024

Today I want to preach a sermon about hope.

Illus: Makes me think of an elderly man lay dying in his bed, close to his last breathe...but suddenly he smelled the aroma of his favorite chocolate chip cookies floating up the stairs. He gathered all his remaining strength and lifted himself from the bed. Leaning against the wall, he slowly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Stay Faithful Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 19, 2024

This is the first action after the filling of the Holy Spirit. The results seem to be profound and almost unbelievable, but not when God is involved.

“Stay Faithful” Acts 2:42-43 We finished last week the first known sermon after Jesus has ascended to sit on the right hand of the Father. This is also the first action after the filling of the Holy Spirit. The results seem to be profound and almost unbelievable, but not when God is involved. I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-43

Denomination: Baptist

Is Showing Emotion During The Presenting Of God’s Word Acceptable?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 16, 2023

Just because we may have heard the word can we appropriately begin to speak? What has Christ brought you out of?

In the verse before this one, Paul wrote that he would rather die than lose his reason to preach. Now that he has made the decision to preach the Gospel, he makes it clear that he is not boasting. He believes that he has no control over whether or not he will continue to preach about how faith in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible