Sermons on Ray Vander Laan:

The Word Of God

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 28, 2016

Scripture is 1) Permanent (Psalm 119:89-91), 2) Precious (Psalm 119:92-93), 3) Preserving (Psalm 119:94-95) and 4) Perfect (Psalm 119:96)

As far back as the late medieval period, men such as John Wycliffe and John Hus called people to return to Scripture. When challenged by hostile church officials, Hus repeatedly answered his opponents, “Show me from Scripture and I will repent and recant!” Hus’s devotion to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Other

The Promise Of Liberty-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 6, 2016

2 of 6. Peter revealed that a false liberty had been presented to the Church. The true Church yields to true liberty, but Why? We will examine 9 stipulations of true Liberty(God’s liberty)....

The PROMISE Of LIBERTY-II—2Peter 2:17-22 Attention: “It cannot be emphasized too strongly or too often that this great nation was founded not by religionists, but by Christians; not on religions, but on the gospel of Jesus Christ. For that reason alone, people of other faiths have been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Nightvision Concert/Event Evangelism Workshop Pt.1 Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jul 5, 2010

This is the 1st of 2 workshops done at the Nightvision event in Colorado (July 9-10, 2010) on practical ways to share the Good News. Please listen to workshop #2 as well!

Nightvision theme: Holiness. Sins of Commission come to mind but sins of omission are an issue too. We are set apart for Him as ambassadors. 
 Superbowl analogy. 
 Revival is here - Over 260,000 people hear the gospel and more than 174,000 trust Christ worldwide every single day ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nazareth – A Synagogue Visit Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 5, 2017

Nazareth – a synagogue visit - Luke chapter 4 verses 14-30 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Jesus began in Galilee (vs 14-15) Jesus began in the synagogue (vs 16) Jesus began with Isiah (vs 16) Jesus began to disclose himself (vs 16) SERMON BODY Ill: • One day Albert Einstein had an idea: • What would a light wave look like to someone keeping pace with it? • In ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Oh, How I Love Jesus

Contributed by Steve Taylor on Mar 25, 2017

They were people just like you and me putting their faith into practice. They were super people with super character, but they didn’t have special powers to live better lives or do incredible things. They are our examples, and warning signs, on how we are

Growing up as a child, just about everyone has had, or still have, superheroes. These superheroes had the ability to do the impossible, to fly far into the sky, to control the storms, to have incredible strength, x-ray vision, and even save the world. When I was growing up, I loved superman. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:16, Matthew 17:20, Romans 1:8

Wholly Devoted Knees Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 12, 2012

In this final lesson in the series, we learn that wholly devoted knees kneel in submission and prayer to God.

Introduction: A. Today we are completing our Wholly Devoted Series. 1. I hope you have found this series to be challenging and enriching! 2. We have been exploring how to be wholly devoted to God with all that we are and all that we have. 3. One last time, let’s review the two verses that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving: 4 Top Reasons To Give The “thanks” To God!

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 18, 2012

What more if we RECEIVE the GREATEST GIFT of ALL? It is a GIFT that the world can never provide! But before you RECEIVE this GIFT, are you WILLING to PAY the PRICE? It’s up to you! The PRICE is FREE! Absolutely, no hidden strings attached! Yes! It is PAID

Intro: When you RECEIVE a GIFT, what’s next? I mean, what are you going to do? ILLUST: I remember the chorus of the song, “The Gift” by Collin Ray: “All I WANT is to HOLD YOU FOREVER All I NEED is you MORE EVERYDAY You SAVED my HEART from being BROKEN APART You GAVE your ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: *other

A Study In Colossians Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 16, 2022

We see Paul's struggle, his goal, his warning, his delight

Above All: A Study in Colossians Colossians 2:1-5 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-08-202 Donna Our friend Donna was raised in a strong, Jesus-loving house and church. She loved Jesus and thought she was firm in her faith. Until she ended up divorced. She sank into deep ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Hardship And Heartbreak Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 16, 2022

The story of Naomi and Ruth is about how, as the old hymn says, "God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform." As dark and bleak as things looked in Naomi's life, little did she know that God was at work to bring blessings, to her and through her.

A. How many of you have ever had a bad day? Certainly, all of us have had bad days. Right? 1. Let’s have a little fun by starting with some “You know you’ve having a bad day when…” sayings: a. Your horn sticks on the highway behind 32 Hell’s Angels on their motorcycles. b. Your birthday cake ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am Completely Confident In My God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 6, 2022

Have you ever had a problem and you get to the place where you just almost start to shout at/to God? Do you want to argue with God a little bit? You say, “God, why don’t You do something?”

It’s officially summer! The heat is on and the end is out. For many, this is the start of baseball season. A lot of you are big baseball fans – more so than me. I was a bigger baseball fan back when I was a kid collecting baseball cards. Share Your Baseball Stories We are majoring in the minor ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1-6, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Habakkuk 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

In Christ We Rejoice In Victory

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Jun 5, 2024

Who wouldn’t rejoice over a prepared place called Heaven and a promised return by our Lord?

IN CHRIST...WE REJOICE IN VICTORY John 14: 1 – 6 A couple walked into a pet store and while they were there looking around, they saw a parrot. The parrot looked at the man and said, “Hey, mister!”. The guy said, “Hey, what?”. And the parrot replied, “You’re stupid and your wife’s ugly.”. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 29, 2019

The true test of knowing God is do we live like Jesus.

Knowing Jesus Text: 1 John 2:3-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Often in the Scriptures the word know means not just being aware of something but having a personal experience of it. Jesus did not know sin, not because he was unaware of what it is but because he never committed it himself. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Methodist

Accidental Suffering Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

Let's look at this accidental death of a New Testament teenager and see what we can learn about the cause and cure of suffering.

The Cherynoble nuclear accident in Russia was one of the most headline grabbing events of the 20th century. But what we do not realize is that many accidents are not spectacular explosions, fiery crashes, or powerful events of violence. There are also very silent accidents which are equally ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Suicide And The Brain Series

Contributed by Fresh Hope For Mental Health on Dec 16, 2022

Today we begin a series of sermons on mental health and caring for yourself, understanding the brain, and understanding it from God’s perspective and how He created us.

It’s difficult these days to listen to any news reports without hearing the phrases ‘mental illness’ or ‘suicide’. I’m convinced that there are many unnecessary deaths by suicide. Just consider that phrase for a moment. It doesn’t make sense. But given the rates of depression — 80% of all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-13

Last Sunday After Epiphany, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 20, 2022

FEBRUARY 15th, 2026. Transfiguration Sunday.

Exodus 24:12-18, Psalm 2:1-11, Psalm 99:1-9, 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9. A). A BEATIFIC EPIPHANY OF GOD. Exodus 24:12-18. Seventy-four people were called by the LORD to ‘come up’ and ‘worship afar off’ (Exodus 24:1). Each one had a part to play, but not all the same part (cf. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:12-18, Psalm 2:1-11, Psalm 99:1-9, 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational