Sermons on Rabbinic Rules:

Sabbath Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Dec 13, 2009

A lot of people have had questions about the purpose of the Sabbath. Jesus takes it head on and reveals a lot about how we should live our lives.

Last time we ended with Jesus promising rest and peace for anyone who would come to Him and take His yoke—a yoke where He does the heavy lifting—no more striving to earn God’s favor by being good—only submitting lordship over your life to Him. The Jews got a picture of the rest of God through the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The New Israel Team

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 17, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 28: 1 –31

Numbers 28: 1 –31 The New Israel Team 28 Now the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, 2 “Command the children of Israel, and say to them, ‘My offering, My food for My offerings made by fire as a sweet aroma to Me, you shall be careful to offer to Me at their appointed time.’ 3 “And you shall say to them, ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Bible Vs. Rome PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of faith, its biblical foundation, and how it liberates believers from the constraints of religious legalism.

Dear beloved, gather round, as we come together in fellowship, in unity, and in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the Spirit of God, to consider the profound power of faith. It is the golden thread that weaves through ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:4, Romans 1:17, Galatians 3:11

Topics: Rules, Faith

Your Circumstances PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

Explores the struggle between earthly and divine life, encouraging faith and trust in God's guidance, peace, and love amidst life's trials.

Good morning, my brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be here with you today, sharing in the warmth of our fellowship and the light of God's word. We stand together in the house of the Lord, united by our faith and our shared hope in His promises. Our Scripture for today is Philippians ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:22

Topics: God, Rules

Jesus Is Lord! Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 22, 2014

The freedom that Christ brings from legalism (strict adherence to the law) is critical for us to see today. This sermon leads us in answering the question: "How exhausting is it to pretend to be free, but live as a prisoner to other’s rules?"

Jesus is Lord! Mark 2:1-27 Introduction - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- He is the ultimate servant; giving Himself clearly for all who will receive -- Key verse: Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Lived By The Golden Rule

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

Reasons why Jesus preached and lived by the golden rule

The Power of the Golden Rule (Matt 7:12-16) Illustration:George Muller (1805-1898) built many orphanages at Ashley Down, England. Without a personal salary, he relied only on God to supply the money and food needed to support the hundreds of homeless children he befriended in the name of Christ. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rules: God-Tested Secrets For Relationships

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 6, 2001

Three secrets to apply to your relationships, from Ephesians 5 and 6

The Rules: God-tested Secrets for Relationships Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-6:1-9 Intro: I hold in my hands a book that has been much talked about since it first appeared in 1995. Its critics call it hopelessly old-fashioned and unrealistic; its fans say that it is a refreshing return to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Came To Repalce Rules With Relationships Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 10, 2003

As we continue in our series, What Jesus Came To Do, we are going to look at the awesome truth – that Jesus came to replace rules with relationships….

He Came To Replace Rules W/Relationships What Jesus Came To Do – part two QUESTION – who here likes rules….? We have rules at home…. Wash your hands before you eat Take off your shoes before you come into the house Don’t touch the thermostat Ask before you eat There are rules at ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Golden Rule Of Parenting Part 5 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008

The mystery of marriage is a center point of God’s revelation of His desire for relationship with Man. No wonder the family is under such spiritual attack. In the series Family Matters, Pastor Terry will look at the significance of family and marriage f

The Golden Rule of Parenting Family Matters 2007 Part 5 Text: Proverbs 3:1-6 Can you honestly think of any greater wisdom and hope for a child’s future than these? The instruction of the father is more than just to have a knowledge of God, but to give yourself to knowing Him. Parents, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daily Rules For Living From God

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 25, 2007

DAILY RULES FOR LIVING FROM GOD are seven rules to follow each day for living in the blessing and Will of God. If we follow these simple rules we will see great joy and victory in our lives. We will be a blessing to our God, Family, Church and even to our

DAILY RULES FOR LIVING FROM GOD! I. Wake Up Decide to have a good day. Psa 118:24 This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Romans 13:11, Knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep. 1.Some people have such bad nerves that they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11

He Came To Replace Rules With Relationship Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 14, 2005

In this message we will see that Jesus came to reveal to us the relationship-driven God. (I Am Jesus - 8)

He Came To Replace Rules With Relationship I Am Jesus – part 8 It was the final week of Jesus’ earthly life; • He had entered the city of Jerusalem to the shouts of thousands • He had cleared out of the temple (the house of God) those who were there for selfish and self-serving reasons • He had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Thinks Of Our Rules Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 12, 2008

We are freed when God breaks all our rules.

Scripture Introduction When people picture Jesus, few imagine a man intentionally offending others. Yet that is exactly what he does in John 5. Jewish teachers had strict guidelines for keeping the Sabbath. Jesus knew them and he flaunts his disregard for their rules. It seems so reasonable to us ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Great Rules For Prayer, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Brian Eatock on Oct 7, 2007

The beliver should be praying, but Jesus gives us some rules to follow. It is not as much about the rules as it is the condition of our heart. Sermons highly influenced by the Preacher’s Outline and Study Bible.

Title: Great Rules of Prayer Text: Matthew 6:7-8 A little boy was saying his bedtime prayers with his mother: "Lord, bless Mommy and Daddy, and God, GIVE ME A NEW BICYCLE!!!" Mom: "God’s not deaf, son. Boy: "I know, Mom, but Grandma’s in the next room, and she’s hard of hearing! A young man goes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

Denomination: Holiness

House Rules (4 Of 4, Stewardship)

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 17, 2008

Our giving to God should not be a mindless impulsive response to him. The lesson here teaches that our giving should be systematic, deliberate, intentional, and carefully though through. Not only that, but it should be proportionate to the income we recei

Today – conclude the series on Stewardship. * First sermon – God owns everything we have. God gave us the responsibility to manage his resources. * Second sermon – Stewardship of time * Third sermon – Stewardship of talents (gifts) * Today – Stewardship of treasures (money) Don’t leave! I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23

Denomination: Salvation Army

Three Simple Rules (Part One) Series

Contributed by Carl Greene on Jul 4, 2008

This is the first of a multi- part series based upon the book "Three Simple Rules," "A Wesley Way of Living" by author Rueben P. Job. The rules: 1-Do No Harm. 2-Do Good. 3- Stay In Love With God. Following these rules can transform ourselves, our comm

Three Simple Rules A Wesleyan Way of Living Based on the book of the same name by Ruben P. Job Rules. The world, our culture, our families… all have rules. Without rules, our world would be in anarchy, chaos. Some rules are called laws. We have civil laws and criminal laws. Break a civil law ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Methodist