Sermons on Ransom:

The Place Which Is Called Calvary

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 6, 2014

Calvary the place of: 1 Guilt, 2. Compassion, 3. Ridicule, 4. Testimony, 5. Salvation, 6. Miracles, 7. Death

- Here’s a pop quiz. Think fast. What date does Christmas fall on every year? Valentine’s Day? St. Patrick’s Day? Halloween? What about Easter? - Jesus’ death and resurrection occurred around the time of the Jewish Passover, which was celebrated on the first full moon ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Not To Be Served

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 19, 2012

Sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost, Year B, 2012

Mark 10: 335 – 45 / Not To Be Served Intro: When my children were in high school I wanted them to be the very best. I wanted them to be on the honor roll. What I really wanted as a bumper sticker the school gave to students on the honor roll that said, “My child is an honor student ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Open To Obedience Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 6, 2010

Jesus is the true sacrifice which we re-present in our worship; he is a perfect sacrifice of obedience to the Father's will

Monday of 32nd Week in Course November 8, 2010 Spirit of the Liturgy What the New American Bible calls “things that cause sin,” and the RSV translates “temptations to sin,” is the word skandala, which is lousy Greek but good Hebrew. The word “scandal” means a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

The Good Wine Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on Jul 2, 2009

(PowerPoint slides and Cell Study Notes freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Looking at Jesus first miracle, and the significance of the good wine.

Journeying with John, It’s a Trip (JWJ-11) The Good Wine John 2:1-11 This morning my heart is burdened with a rather unusual subject - and it flows directly out of a rather intriguing passage in Scripture. Our text is the account of Jesus’ first sign in Cana of Galilee - at the wedding where He ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: *other

Walking In The Goodness Of The Lord

Contributed by Laren Whaley on Jul 26, 2009

The 23rd Psalm reveals blessings, promises, and protection for those who walk in obedience in the goodness of Lord. As we yield ourselves to the Lord as our Shepherd, he guides us in every area of our lives. He becomes our source of strength: spiritually,

Walking In The Goodness of the Lord Psalms 23:1 - 6 (NKJV) 1The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. 3He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

The Church: Body Central

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 27, 2010

What Is the Church? ❶ Visible Proof of His Body ❸ Each Part is Dependent Upon the Head ❹. Body Parts Have Different Purposes ❺. The Body’s Purpose is To Glorify Christ 1. THROUGH WORSHIP 2. THROUGH MINISTRY 3. THROUGH DI

Eph 1:17-23, 5:23-27 Colossians 1:16-18KJV For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 17 And he is before all things, and by ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of The Person And Work Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 6, 2010

In the person of Christ we are presented with two complete and integrated natures, the human and the divine. At his birth He was named “Jesus”, the Greek form of Joshua, meaning “the Lord Saves”. Jesus is not man becoming God but God incarnated into fl

“I am the Alpha and the Omega ­— the Beginning and the End. To all who are thirsty I will give the springs of the water of life without charge” Revelation 21:6 In the person of Christ we are presented with two complete and integrated natures, the human and the divine. At his birth He was named ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pray As Jesus Did All The Time

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 5, 2008

Luke 18:1 ...men ought always to pray, and not to faint --- Four Things for Prayer 1. A Need 2. A Time 3. A Place 4. A Focus

1 Thess 5:17 - Pray without ceasing Ephesians 6:18KJV 18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; Romans 12:12KJV 12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Purchased Possession

Contributed by James Owens on Feb 6, 2008

Our salvation consists of more than the forgiveness of our sins so that when we die we will go to heaven.

“THE PURCHASED POSSESSION” TEXT: Ephesians 1:11-14 “In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things (manipulating, moving, maneuvering, & arranging all things according to His purposes) according to the counsel of His will, that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Revival Part 1 Series

Contributed by Chris Norton on Jul 24, 2008

So how do you have revival first stir up the fire. Begin praying and asking the Lord to forgives us for allowing the fire to die down.

REVIVAL (Part 1) Psalms 85:6 Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee? You know tonight many Christians are living a life of defeat. They are beat down and discouraged. They have lost their joy in the Lord. Why? Because they have turned their backs on God. They have let ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is A Christian?

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Feb 25, 2009

Christianity is more than going to church or even declaring yourself to be one. Christianity is not about lip service, Christianity is about life service.

Begin with brief video illustration with Brittany. In this video, Brittany talks about what she wants to be and expects to become that by going to the right places or by saying the right things. Her last statement says, “At least I know I can go to church and become a Christian”, with the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is Love

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Nov 21, 2008

God is love. He shows us what love is. He loves our spouse through us and vice versa.

-Do y’all know what the number one pop love song of all times is? -It is actually “Something” by the Beatles -The lyrics to the third verse are actually very interesting -It goes, “You’re asking me will my love grow, I don’t know, I don’t know. Stick around, and it may show, But I don’t know, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Do You Hear Thunder

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 22, 2012

Sermon for the 5th Sunday in Lent, Year B

John 12: 20 – 33 / Do You Hear Thunder Intro: This week I was talking to my son, Richard. He called to tell me that he may be moving to Seattle, Washington. My immediate response was all about me when I said, “GREAT! Now, I’ll never get to see my granddaughters.” Rick ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Suffering Servant: At Odds With The World Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 3, 2010

“In a world where success is the measure and justification of all things, the figure of him who was sentenced and crucified remains a stranger.” —Dietrich Bonhoeffer, German theologian, pastor, and martyr (1906–1945)

The Suffering Servant “” Isaiah 52:13-53:9 INTRO: By all accounts Jesus is the complete opposite of what you would expect of a religious or political figure, let alone a military commander or battlefield tactician. In reality he was none of these things. He failed to bring about the military ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Substitution Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 7, 2010

We are all sinners, but Christ died in our place.

[To receive a free sermon each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] THE SERVANT: ISRAEL OR JESUS? Christians and Jews disagree on the identity of the Servant in Isaiah 53: • Christians believe that the Servant is JESUS. • Jews believe that the Servant is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Baptist