Sermons on Public Enemy:

Immersion 101

Contributed by Trevor Pugh on Jul 19, 2003

A study on the deviation of immersion and sprinkling. Good for a seeker crowd. Also helps an immersed crowd to answer questions raised in public.

Immersion 101 We basically all have been raised in the Christian Church/ Churches of Christ. And being that we all have been brought up this way, we all like to think we know how to answer the questions that arise from the outside non-Christian community. Well, neither do I. Today we’ll get in to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:36-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Entering The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 29, 2006

We change our citizenship to the kingdom of God through confession, repentance, faith, receiving, going public, and following Jesus.

The Secret Message of Jesus June 25, 2006 Entering the Kingdom John 3:1-21 I’ve been speaking over this last month about Jesus’ message – the Message about the Kingdom of God. Jesus taught us that the Kingdom of God is not something that will only happen in the future, but the Kingdom is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: *other

Thanksgiving Days

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Jan 21, 2010

Let our Thanksgiving Days be public, purposeful, passionate, and perpetual in remembering the One from whom all blessings flow.

Thanksgiving Days 11/26/06 AM Reading: Psalms 100 Introduction What do you think of when you think of Thanksgiving Day? For some Thanksgiving Day is all about the food. Turkey, dressing, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, yams, mmm good! For others, Thanksgiving Day means FOOTBALL!!! They stay glued to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus: Inside And Out Series

Contributed by David Moore on Feb 4, 2010

This sermon show the Lord at work both in private and in public and highlights Him as a Man of integrity who cares and can be trusted.

Jesus: Inside and Out Text: Mark 1:29-35 Introduction: Last Sunday we considered the work of the Lord in the synagogue at Capernaum. You will recall that as he was preaching His message was disrupted by the cries of a demoniac, and the result of this confrontation was the rebuke of the devil and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

Run With Endurance

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 12, 2008

It is a race that is : 1.Set 2.Planned 3.Focused 5. Confident 6.Disciplined 7.Informed 8.Public

Hebrews 12. 1,21 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a great outstanding feature of the Christian is that cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2 Looking unto ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

A New Start PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores our need for forgiveness, how to accept God's offer of forgiveness, and the symbolism of baptism as a public declaration of this forgiveness.

Good morning, dear congregation. It is indeed a blessing to be gathered in the Lord's house today, to share in the Word and drink from the wellspring of His wisdom. I am reminded of a quote from the esteemed Charles Spurgeon who once said, "When you see no present advantage, walk by faith and not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Topics: Baptism

The Power Of Praying Together PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of prayer in personal, public, and communal contexts, emphasizing its role in aligning our will with God's.

Good morning, beloved. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the glorious symphony of God's love, grace, and mercy. We are here to engage with God's Word, to allow it to seep into our souls, to let it transform us from the inside out. Today, we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:18-20

Topics: Power, Prayer

The Frog In The Kettle

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 5, 2006

The parable of the boiling frog gives us great insight into how we gradually move into places and attitudes that are dangerous. We don’t dive right in. We slowly wade in. We start at the shallow end of the pool. And slowly we find ourselves getting in dee

INTRODUCTION / SERMONIC THEME Opening Statement: Some time ago a book was written on church life called, "The Frog In The Kettle." It was an interesting title designed to call to mind how it is so easy to gradually drift into trouble. Perhaps you could subtitle the book "How To Boil A Frog." The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

The Excellent Spirit

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Mar 1, 2005

Ignorance about spiritual warfare is a disaster and when things go wrong, people are caught in the enemy’s web.

There was a brother called Lucky. He knew the Bible but not very fervent. One day, he was about to go to work and he prayed the usual three- minute prayer. The Holy Spirit asked him to continue and he did. After a few minutes, he decided to stop and goes to work. At the bus stop, he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:12, Daniel 6:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psalm 110 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Mar 15, 2020

A rare conversation between two Lords - the LORD and the Lord. The enemies of the second Lord are to be put under his feet, and he is to be a high priest forever after the priestly order of Melchizedek. What is the order of Melchizedek?

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1, Romans 3:4, Hebrews 1:7-8, Psalm 110:1-7, Genesis 24:9, Isaiah 53:2, Hebrews 7:2, Revelation 12:7-12, Exodus 4:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Persecution And Mission Of The Church Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 20, 2024

Acts 8:1-8 shows us four encouraging ways God guides the church in accomplishing its mission of making disciples.

Introduction On Sunday, January 8, 1956, on the shore of a lonely river deep in the Ecuadorian jungle, five missionaries were murdered by primitive Auca Indians, known today as the Waorani. News of the massacre shocked the world. To some, their deaths seemed a senseless tragedy. Many decried ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Are A Terrorist Target

Contributed by W F on Nov 4, 2007

Humanity has some very real enemies and these enemies often use stealth to intimidate us and to undermine our lives. If we can identify them we will better be able to deal with our enemies.

INTRODUCTION Disguise and camouflage are important tactics in warfare. General Peter Cosgrove is the recently retired Chief of the Australian Defence Force. In his autobiography he tells about his first tour of duty as a young lieutenant in Vietnam. His first posting was at a base near the village ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4-10

Denomination: *other

It's Time To Stop Fighting And Start Living

Contributed by Richard Oliver on Jan 17, 2002

Emphasises that when we surrender to God He will help us overcome our enemies, even when we are the enemy.

It’s Time To Stop Fighting and Start Living Genesis 35:1-5 1And God said unto Jacob, Arise, go up to Bethel, and dwell there: and make there an altar unto God, that appeared unto thee when thou fleddest from the face of Esau thy brother. 2Then Jacob said unto his household, and to all that were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-5

Denomination: Congregational

Obadiah

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 19, 2021

We need some OBADIAHs’ during this present time of crisis to serve the Lord, even from the enemy’s camp.

OBADIAH - One good man 1 Kings 18: 4”Obadiah took a hundred prophets and hid them by fifties in a cave, and provided them with bread and water.” Let me first tell you about Obadiah: he was the palace administrator and also a God-fearing, devout believer in the LORD. At the same time, you must ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

John Chapter 14 Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 20, 2001

The Private Ministry of Jesus follows His Public Ministry. Jesus’ Private Ministry prepares His followers for what lies ahead.

John Chapter 14 Read John 14:1-14 People all over the world are seeking comfort as they long for peace and joy in their hearts. Jesus alone can bring that comfort, peace and joy. When you leave this Bible study today, you will go to our parking lot, get in your car and go home. Do you believe ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

Denomination: Baptist