Sermons on Radical:

Divine Wellspring Of Unity

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 8, 2020

The nature of the divine Trinity reveals fundamental truths about the image and likeness that's been bestowed on humanity and the divine intent for our human community.

June 7, 2020 Holy Trinity Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Genesis 1:1-2:4a; Matthew 28:16-20 Divine Wellspring of Unity Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is Holy Trinity Sunday. Every year we dedicate this ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Beatitudes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

Explores the Beatitudes as a call to character transformation, guiding Christians to embody Jesus' teachings in their daily lives amidst imperfections and trials.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ! We gather here today to immerse ourselves in the profound wisdom of the Sermon on the Mount, specifically focusing on the Beatitudes. These potent words spoken by our Savior, Jesus Christ, are not just mere moral guidelines; they are a radical call to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Topics: Jesus' Ideals

Touched By Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 17, 2023

Encourages embracing God's grace, understanding His love, and following Gospel teachings to forgive and love our enemies.

Good morning, dear friends. I am delighted to stand before you today, in this house of God, to share with you a message that is as timeless as it is transformative. It is a message that is found in the very heart of the Gospel, a message that speaks to us about grace, about God's greatness, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27

Topics: Enemy, Grace

Men Like Us PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024

This sermon explores how God's power is made perfect in our weaknesses, choosing flawed individuals to manifest His glory and grace.

Good morning, family of faith. It is a joy and an honor to stand before you today, not because of who I am, but because of who we are in Christ. We are gathered here, not as perfect beings, but as flawed vessels, chosen by Christ. And in this truth, there is an overwhelming beauty and an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9, 1 Corinthians 1:27

Topics: Jesus' Choice

Biblical Algebra 101

Contributed by Greg Carr on Mar 5, 2008

Here’s Biblical algebra problem for you to solve. S+D+T= The mind of God and everything else. (I had to fill in for our youth pastor and this is what I preached.)

Tonight we are going to do some simple algebra. Are you going to be a Wednesday night only Christian or are you going to be a sold out and radical one? How would you define a Wednesday night only Christian? How would you define a sold and radical Christian? If you want to get closer to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Experiencing Holiness

Contributed by Neal Gray on Mar 17, 2002

A CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Pastor preaches that holiness is a "birth-right" for the Christian. Experience it! And have fun, too!

Experiencing Holiness (With a Little "Sesame Street" Humor) Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: 1 Peter 1:13-23, KJV Purpose: Holiness is a "birth-right" for the Christian. Jesus gave you a new life where holiness is the normal experience. Experience it! And have fun, too! INTRODUCTION A Little ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-23

Denomination: Holiness

Dealing With Difficult People Part 1

Contributed by Larry Sarver on May 17, 2001

An Expository Message On Jesus Instructions For Dealing With Difficult People. Those Who Are Our Enemies, Who Hate Us And Mistreat Us.

Dealing With Difficult People Pastor Larry Sarver New Life in Christ 1633 SW 34th St. Palm City, FL 34990 561-283-9426 pastorsarver@yahoo.com www.palmcitynewlife.org Illustration: About 15 years ago, Amy and I were on our second or third date. She was driving and I was the passenger on U.S. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

20/26 Vision (Part 1): Breaking The Algorithm: The Theology Of The "other" Series

Contributed by Rev Emmanuel O. Adejugbe on Jan 13, 2026

20/26 Vision: Faith Beyond the Scroll In 2010, we were promised a global village. By 2026, we found a digital cafeteria. This 5-part series is a prophetic roadmap for a Church facing AI, algorithms, and digital exhaustion. Reclaim your mind, soul, and body for the Analog Kingdom.

Think back to the year 2010. We were told the internet would be the "Great Equalizer." We believed that if everyone had a voice, we would finally understand one another. We imagined a global village where borders would fall away, where technology would bridge every divide, where ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, 1 Peter 1:13, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Colossians 2:8, Ephesians 4:1-6, Luke 10:25-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed To Witness

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Mar 10, 2025

When the LORD transforms a person, they should witness for HIM

Transformed to Witness Acts 3:11-26 Most people think Christians are a group of people who share moral standards and meet at a specific building on Sundays. They think Christians are formed by meeting with other like-minded people and sharing religious beliefs. But Christianity is something that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kamikaze Christians

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 2, 2001

This sermon deals with the need for Christians to depend on the Holy Spirit for the courage to stand strong for the Lord in our walk wiht Him

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 “THE CHARGE TO A SOLDIER OF CHRIST” Title: “Kamikaze Christians” Introduction: “Kamikaze” (Japanese, "divine wind"), squadrons organized by the Japanese air force in the last months of World War II The term, “Kamikaze” was originally applied by grateful Japanese to a ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sheep And Goats PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore and understand the parable of The Judgment of the Nations, emphasizing the importance of our actions, the reward of serving God's kingdom, and the call to live according to Christ's teachings.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we're going to be deep diving into Matthew 25:31-46, where Jesus shares the powerful parable of The Judgment of the Nations. It's a passage that pushes us to consider the impact of our actions, the reward of Kingdom service, and the call to adhere closely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Topics: Kingdom Service, Rewarded

Affairs Of The Heart Series

Contributed by David Heflin on Jun 13, 2007

This is a fresh look at Jesus’ teaching on divorce, adultery, and remarriage. The sermon argues that we have often missed the intent of Jesus’ teaching.

Affairs of the Heart Matt. 5:27-32 5/20/07 PSCOC Introduction: Letter of the Law vs. the Spirit of the Law Last week in the NBA playoff series between the San Antonio Spurs and the Phoenix Suns, Robert Horry, of the Spurs, viciously fouled Steve Nash into the scorer’s table. Two other Suns left ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Plan For Our Money Worries

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 24, 2006

This passage is often taken out of context by people wanting "just a little less worry." In fact, the promises here are intimated tied to Jesus’ statements on about investing in the Kingdom (vv. 19-24).

- These verses make up one of my two favorite passages in the Bible. Still, as I studied this passage this week, I saw something that I had never seen before, something that opened up a depth that I hadn’t known was there. - The key thing that I had never put together is that it is impossible to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Faith That Doesn't Fail Series

Contributed by David Asch on Jan 18, 2005

Can you keep from failing, from losing faith? Can you get it back if it has already failed? Can you keep it from failing? Today, we will answer these questions as we see Jesus face a man in this kind of a situation.

FAITH THAT DOESN’T FAIL Mark 9:14-32 INTRO: At the library a couple of weeks ago, where I often go to study, I saw a car with a bumper sticker. This car was parked in the first space, so it was unmistakable – you saw it the moment you pulled into the parking lot, and it confronted you as you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Attribute Two | A Man Is Willing To Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Apr 26, 2018

While it is natural to be a taker, God’s man is a giver. He understands that God is a generous giver who gave the ultimate sacrifice for all men.

Well, gentlemen, we are in the second of the nine attributes of a man. This week we’re looking at willing to sacrifice. And what it means to be willing to sacrifice in our life. Here’s just a couple of key verses that I think it’s crucial for us to key in on in regards to this. Because I believe ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist