Sermons on Public Figures:

Two For One Series

Contributed by Larry Pozza on May 4, 2007

A brief explanation of the meaning of baptism and the Lord’s Supper.

Two for ONE Introduction A. Every so often we have the opportunity to combine baptism and the communion into the same service. We are going to do that again today. Today we get the two for one special. Almost everyone loves the promotional … get two for one. If you could get two dinners for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

0600 Ascension Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Aug 16, 2005

This is in some sense the zenith of His ministry, the high point and culmination of all His work on earth. All that’s recorded in the gospels, His teaching, miracles, suffering, death, and resurrection are simply preparation, a means to an end, that lead

Sermon: Ascension Text: Luke 24:49-53, Acts 1:1-11 Occasion: Sunday after Ascension Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, May 23, 2004 Where: TI, morning prayer When: Friday, May 13, 2005 Where: Providence REC When: Sunday, May 15, 2005 May the words of my mouth and the meditation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49-53

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

A Super Secret Message - [superman] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 11, 2006

Superman theme about good things we should do in secret, and secret sins and their demise. [Clark Kent Christians] Link included to formatted text and ’Super’ PowerPoint Presentation.

A Super Secret Message Matthew 6:1-18 Eccles. 12:14 For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. Are you good with secrets? About to bust? Find joy in it? “I know something you don’t know!” [spill the beans?] Secrecy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection Story

Contributed by John Donnelly on Mar 22, 2010

The resurrection is true

EASTER SUNDAY SERMON APRIL 8, 2007 The Rev. Canon John A. Donnelly The story was first · Told by 3 women, · Then told by the slain rabbi’s disciples, · then told throughout the whole city of Jerusalem. · It spread like wildfire throughout the Roman world---through Europe & Asia; and later ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

America's Answer Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 29, 2011

The struggles we are facing in America today are not political but are spiritual. Reliance on God is key to our future.

[The Agenda – Grinding America Down – Video; http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=xQf_QfitmKE Do you think America is in trouble? There is a war going on within our country right now that has nothing to do with the terrorist threat or foreign invasion. It is a war ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Nemesis Of An Awakening - #4 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 5, 2013

This series of messages was part of the preparation for our SAW (Spiritual Awakening Weekend). May it be used by others.

The Nemesis of an Awakening Aiming At an Awakening - #4 of 12 Jerry Watts Acts 4:31-5:10 * My heart’s desire is to see God show up and show out during the next month. I pray that He will draw us so close to Him that we look like Him. Wayne Watson wrote these words, “One day Jesus will ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Will Come Again

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 20, 2011

Let’s not be taken in by speculation about the second coming - Pastor Harold Camping notwithstanding

TSL and TSJ 23-10-2011 Story: Following a severe storm in a village in Northumberland, the local Anglican priest and local Methodist minister decided to help their community and so each made a sign and positioned himself on the local road leaving their village. It wasn’t long before a car ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:30-36

Denomination: Anglican

Pray For These Guys

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 30, 2012

A sermon on the congregation's responsibilities to their elders (Much material taken from BIBLICAL ELDERSHIP by Alexander Strauch, Chapter 9 Paul's Instruction to Timothy)

HoHum: Lao Tzu said this of a leader: A leader is best when people barely know that he exists. He is not so good when people obey and acclaim him. He is worse when they despise him. Do something that will make them uncomfortable but elders stand and recognize them. WBTU: Except for last ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Nuclear Family Under Attack Series

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

Uses the analogy of nuclear fission to describe the attack on the family.

The Nuclear Family under attack If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?” Ps. 11 REFLECTION: Our God is a God of intense and intentional design. When we tinker or actually violate those designs, the effect is often catastrophic. In Psalm 11, David asked the same ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Speaking In Tongues Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 2, 2015

What is the miracle of Pentecost all about?

Speaking in Tongues Acts 2:2-11 When the topic of speaking in tongues is brought up in churches, a storm of questions are asked. Were these tongues at Pentecost known languages or unknown tongues? Is speaking in tongues the initial evidence and proof of Spirit baptism? Does one need to speak in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:2-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pulpit Freedom Sunday

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 18, 2014

A sermon for Pulpit Freedom Sunday and encouraging Christians to vote and get involved in the political field (Material adapted from Wayne Grudem in an article entitled, "Why Christians Should Seek to Influence Government for Good")

HoHum: During an election campaign the air is full of speeches and vice versa- Henry Adams WBTU: Today, many preachers across this country are being encouraged to speak out about current policy issues that the Bible talks about for Pulpit Freedom Sunday. Preachers are being told that certain ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Separating Truth From Error" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 25, 2016

How can I discern whether a preacher isa false prophet or not?

Christians aren't to accept everything they hear as truth, even if it's from a supposedly Christian source. He draws a contrast by saying that the Spirit of truth is of God; and the spirit of error is of the devil. God's chief desire is to confront mankind with truth in order to set us free. "You ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"making America Great Again"

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 20, 2019

This message describes how to make America better spiritually.

“One Nation under God …... Again” Psalm 33:12-22 This morning I want us to begin with a history lesson. In November of 1620 the first pilgrims arrived in this country. They arrived in a sailboat that was about 25 ft. wide and 100 ft. long. They landed on the east coast in the middle of a very ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Downplayed The Miracles Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 9, 2020

Jesus does back-to-back miracles: the mass feeding and then walking on water. But He downplays both miracles. Why would He do that?

WHAT JESUS WALKING ON WATER ACCOMPLISHED: Seeing this miracle strengthened the disciples’ faith in Jesus. - John 6:16-21. - Matthew 14:28-33. - The disciples have just seen Jesus multiply the loaves. It is an incredible miracle that they got to see happen up close. - That evening, Jesus sends ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Inside Story Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 15, 2015

God does not see as we see. He has the ability to look on the heart of men. God chose David of Bethlehem to be the unifying king of Israel and ancestor of Jesus, the ultimate King of Israel.

1. Superman -- Fact or Fiction? George Reeves (TV's Superman in the 1950's) was popular for guest appearances, but his fame included risks. Kids might kick him in the shins or throw rocks to find out if he was the "real" Superman or a "pretend" Superman, the same way kids pull on Santa beards to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ