Sermons on Public Opinion:

How Love Liberates And Changes The World

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 14, 2020

Jesus asked the disciples, "who do people say I am?" - Is he the one who liberates us from egocentrism in order to love God and the world?

“How love liberates and transforms the world.” Proper 16 Year A Intro: Have you ever fantasized about what the world would be like without social media? Imagine a world where you actually have to wonder what people are thinking and eating… a world where… people gossip about you behind your back ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal

The Day Of Syn

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 24, 2006

Dr Syn’s sermon

Dr Syn’s sermon: (The initial story is taken from the Book Dr. Syn- I am playing the part in an eighteenth century Evensong) Just the other day, I was round at the Court House for a port with Captain Collyer, the Squire and Dr Pepper. And the conversation turned to the subject of the Southern ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-14

Denomination: Anglican

Servant Leadership

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. It happened in the Spring of 1981 .......... perhaps you remember it. a. President Reagan had just been shot by John Hinckley. 1) Washington was shocked and stunned. 2) Vice-President George Bush was not immediately available. 3) Even at the White House no one was sure what was going ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Humble Courage Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 9, 2009

Courage moves us to risk ourselves for the sake of others or a higher cause. Faith and risk are inseparable.

Philippians 1:20-27 “Humble Courage” INTRODUCTION Courage is not often connected with the Christian life. It isn’t listed in the fruits of the Spirit i.e., love, joy, peace, patience, etc. Jesus doesn’t instruct his disciples to be courageous, though he did encourage them to “take heart,” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Is About The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 18, 2011

Christmas is about Jesus - but why is he different to all those who have gone before him. One of those difference lies in the nature of those in His Kingdom

TSJ Sermon With Christmas just around the corner I wanted to ask the question on Christ the King Sunday Why is Christmas so special? What is there about Jesus Christ that marks him out as being different from all the other babies born in Israel 2000 years ago? I’d like to read you a little ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Anglican

Standing For Truth In A Perverted Generation Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025

This is not the time for passive Christianity. It is a time for bold, Spirit-led believers to rise up and stand for truth in love.

STANDING FOR TRUTH IN A PERVERTED GENERATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 1:18-32 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 5:20, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Jude 1:3-7, John 17:17, Ephesians 5:11 INTRODUCTION: We are living in an age where the line between right and wrong has become blurred. Truth is being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas - But Who Is This Jesus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 15, 2007

How come we celebrate the birth of a baby born 2000 years ago - who never even came to the UK?

Rotherby /Gaddesby 2007 CAROL SERVICE Doesn’t it strike you as strange? Today is the time in the Christian year when we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus two thousand years ago in a stable in an Inn in a small village called Bethlehem. But doesn’t it strike you as strange that we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-10

Denomination: Anglican

“old News Is Still News – Nothing’s Changed!” Series

Contributed by Douglas Sherwood on Oct 10, 2015

-Simeon prophesied about the impact of Christ on the world . . . it WAS TRUE THEN, and it is TRUE NOW! NOTHING HAS CHANGED!

To open this sermon I used 3 current examples of what is flying in the face of Christianity in our nation, in our culture, and in our society. LUKE 2:25-35 25 And there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; and this man was righteous and devout, looking for the consolation of Israel; and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Nazarene

Lesson 26: Criticisim Gets To The Top

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 18, 2012

Be Careful Who and What You Criticize

A. BE CAREFUL WHO AND WHAT YOU CRITICIZE: NUMBERS 12:1-16 1. Is this a family squabble? “Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses” (12:1). They were Moses’ older sister and brother. 2. Were they influenced by public opinion? “When the people complained” (11:1). 3. Can people in ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Leader

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2003

In the message we will see several characteristics of a great leader. (1 Thessalonians pt-2)

"FOLLOW THE LEADER" I THESSALONIANS 2:1-12 THOMAS MONAGHAN IS FOUNDER , PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF DOMINO’S PIZZA, INC. FROM 1970 - 1985, DOMINO’S GREW FROM A SMALL DEBT RIDDEN CHAIN TO THE SECOND LARGEST PIZZA COMPANY IN AMERICA, WITH SALES OVER A BILLION DOLLARS. WHEN ASKED ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Brother's Keeper

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Sep 6, 2005

Jesus’ teaching in this chapter reminds us that sin is a public matter and not just something "between me and Jesus."

“My Brother’s Keeper” Sermon on Matthew 18:15-20 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. September 4, 2005 One Christian cannot call out another Christian about their sin without conflict. Conflict has been a part of the church since its inception. It is somewhat comforting even to know that we are not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Reforming Our Worship Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 27, 2017

I would like to set down five principles of public worship that are important for reforming our worship.

Scripture During this fall, we are focusing our attention on the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. So far, we have examined the five key doctrines of the Reformation: sola Scriptura (Scripture alone), solus Christus (Christ alone), sola gratia (grace alone), sola fide (faith alone), ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Compassion And Justice Of God Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 3, 2021

This message was presented at worship service of our church in a public park. All Bible references are from the NASB.

As we have been looking at the attributes of God, we have considered how unique God is, for there is nothing like Him Isaiah 44:6b ‘I am the first and I am the last, And there is no God besides Me. God’s qualities include being all powerful (omnipotence), God possess all the power in the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:10-11, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Gods Voting Guide Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 1, 2024

It is that time when Americans are given the opportunity (and responsibility) to vote for those who hold public offices.

God’s Voting Guide It is that time when Americans are given the opportunity (and responsibility) to vote for those who hold public offices. This privilege is given to us by God for it is He who raised this form of government in our country through our Founding Fathers. Many of them had a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Overcome The Matrix: What Is The Matrix? How Do We Escape The Matrix?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 3, 2021

Do you want to know what it is? The matrix? It seems like you do. Something brought you here. Something within you that longs for something more.

Do you want to know what it is? The matrix? It seems like you do. Something brought you here. Something within you that longs for something more. So what exactly is the matrix? The matrix is the grid of thoughts, ideas, beliefs, customs, philosophies, and unspoken codes that manipulate us into ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8

Denomination: Salvation Army