Sermons on Purpose Of Ordinances:

Wedding With Unity Candle

Contributed by David Parks on Jun 3, 2004

After each day of creation, the Bible records, "and the Lord saw that it was good." But, after creating man, God surveyed his new creation – man -- new, sinless and pure. And, for the first time in recorded history the Lord said, "IT IS NOT GOOD." IT

Bride’s Processional · “Ladies and gentlemen, would you please rise.” · “You may be seated.” · “Who gives this woman to be married to this man?” · On behalf of Rusy, Emily and their families I wish to thank you all for coming to share in this joyous occasion. · Please bow as we pray. Prayer for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8, Genesis 2:20-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Complete Wedding

Contributed by Steven Pace on Aug 14, 2002

This is a complete wedding including unity candle with a twist... and marriage covenat signing at the end

Wedding of _________and ________ June 22, 2002 Prelude music Marching music Wedding March On behalf of the families of __________ and _____________ I thank you for coming today to witness this blessed occasion. The uniting of ______________________ and ______________________ in Christian ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness: Holy Mess, Batman! Series

Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003

Overcoming Pharisaic tendencies in our quest for holiness.

"Holiness: Heresy & Heritage" "Holiness: Holy Mess, Batman!" "For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 5:20 (RSV) Batman & Robin Sticky, confusing predicaments would warrant "holy ‘’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Holiness

Paul On The Defense: 2 Corinthians Intro Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2011

Christians have a long-standing tradition of being confused about church leadership and the identity of the Christian lay person. The Corinthian church experienced this problem even in the middle of the first century! Who are we?

[Note: this sermon was so long -- or my preaching of it -- that I was only to cover my first point in 1/2 hour] Paul on the Defense: 2 Corinthians Intro (2 Corinthians 1:1-2, textual) 1. Paul plants the church in Corinth (about 51 A.D.) 2. Paul writes I Corinthians (about 54 A.D.) 3. Timothy and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bearing Good News

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 10, 2011

Being An Encouragement To Others Has Benefits!

Luke 1:1-45 Inasmuch as many have taken in hand to set in order a narrative of those things which have been fulfilled among us, just as those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word delivered them to us, it seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

The Ultimate Baptism

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jan 11, 2006

The most prominent baptism ever

The Ultimate Baptism Scripture Reference: Matthew 14:28-31 (KJV) 28 And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. 29 And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:28-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tell Me About Holy Communion

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Aug 4, 2007

A sermon using John Wesley’s "The Duty of Constant Communion" to teach some basics of the sacrament

“O give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; for His steadfast love endures forever. Let the redeemed of the LORD say so…” What do you suppose the Psalmist was referring to when he wrote these lines? Since they were written approximately 2500 years before the birth of Jesus, I doubt he was ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Back To The Basics - Baptism Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 29, 2012

Baptism is the first outward demonstration of the salvation that has happened on the inside.

Back to the Basics - Baptism May 20, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Baptism is the first outward demonstration of the salvation that has happened on the inside. Focus Passage: Romans 6:1-7 Introduction: The story is told about the baptism of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Tyranny Of Tradition

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 22, 2022

We must realise that we are susceptible to transforming the Faith through the introduction of our best efforts to make the Faith more meaningful.

“See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ.” [1] Traditions are essential to civilisation. Societies are built around traditions which most of those living ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Legacy

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The first seven chapters of this wonderful book allow us to see the fulfillment of God's covenant promise to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob from two perspectives: a. as a m __ __ __ __ __ __ __ campaign b. as a s __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ experience 2. To limit our understanding of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-12

Breaking Down Walls

Contributed by Robert Robinson on Aug 13, 2003

For people so greatly advancing in technology as we are, we seem to be declining at the same rapid pace morally.

This morning we are going to take a look at Breaking Down Walls, I will be reading from Ephesians 2:11-22; Therefore remember that you, once Gentiles in the flesh--who are called Uncircumcision by what is called the Circumcision made in the flesh by hands-- that at that time you were without ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22, 1 Peter 2:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving

Contributed by James Powell on Jan 25, 2008

Our Ability and our attitude are important parts in our giving.

(Stand for the reading of the word and turn to Malachi 3:6-12 While you are turning….let me tell you I appreciate this church and every person in it. You are a very giving church, there is no doubt about it and I have battled with even speaking on the subject of money. This church has shown it ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Holiness

Who Is The "weak" Christian? An Exposition Of Romans 14:1-12

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 9, 2023

There are "strong" Christians. There are "weak" Christians. Then there are growing Christians.

Who is a "Weak Christian? An Exposition of Romans 14:1-12 There are “strong” or “mature” Christians. And there are “weak” Christians also. Paul here does make a distinction here. But what constitutes being a “strong” Christian or a “weak” Christian? We might suppose that the strong Christian ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Truths About Tithing

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 25, 2021

How to keep a good attitude about the subject of money which appears over 800 times in the Bible.

Truths About Tithing Introduction: The subject of my message this morning is one where there is much in the way of misinformation or in some cases misinterpretation of what God has said about the subject of tithing. Is tithing mentioned in the New Testament or is it an Old Testament practice of the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

2nd Sunday Of Advent, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 14, 2022

DECEMBER 7th, 2025.

Isaiah 11:1-10, Psalm 72:1-7, Psalm 72:18-19, Romans 15:4-13, Matthew 3:1-12. A). A SHOOT FROM THE ROOT. Isaiah 11:1-10. The reference to “the stem of Jesse” (Isaiah 11:1) sends us back to the origins of Messiah’s dynasty. Not just to David: but to his father, Jesse. David was the youngest ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10, Psalm 72:1-7, Psalm 72:18-19, Romans 15:4-13, Matthew 3:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational