Sermons on Readers Digest:

Let Us Pass Over Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Mar 4, 2007

Jesus invited some people to "Pass over the sea" with Him; He still invites all of us to "Pass over the sea of our lives with Him" to the Other Shore-Heaven."

MARK 4:35-41 LET US PASS OVER I. INVITATION: * Mark 4:35-36 A. Inviter. 4:35 B. Ingratitude. 4:36 C. Interested. 4:36 II. IMPEDIMENT: ** Mark 4:37-38 A. Immensity. 4:37 B. Inundating. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Methodist

Finding God In Narnia: Meet The Cast – Aslan Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Dec 14, 2005

#8 of 8 Narnia teachings. Geared to help you draw out and apply the powerful scriptural truths found in C.S. Lewis’ classic: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.

Hear a 27.5 minute MP3 audio of this teaching by Pastor Marty Boller @ http://www.crvineyard.org/Teachings/Marty121805.mp3 Last weekend...CS Lewis’ Lion Witch & Wardrobe roared into 3,600 theatres across America. It set several new records as Americans flocked in droves to theatres to see CS ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Communion?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 22, 2015

Answer: "Yes, it is possible, but it’s highly unlikely. It would be like: A student who will not go to school; A soldier who will not join the army; A citizen who does not pay taxes or vote; A salesman with no customers; An explorer with no base camp...

What Is Communion? Text: Hebrews 10:19-25NKJ An old question: "Can I be a Christian without joining a church or attending worship?" Answer: "Yes, it is possible, but it’s highly unlikely. It would be like: A student who will not go to school; A soldier who will not join the army; A ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Two Sons Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 29, 2014

Performance-based religion is a dead-end. We’re faced with a choice: -Slavery or freedom; -Righteousness by keeping the law, or righteousness by faith in God’s promises.

Introduction: A man asked Jesus how to get to Heaven. In typical Jewish fashion, Jesus answered the question with a question: “What do you think?” The man suggested, “By keeping the law,” and Jesus said (with a smile), “Fine, do that and you’ll make it!” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Congregational

Trustworthy Saying - Part 2

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Oct 14, 2024

God is faithful. Paul writes a trustworthy saying about God's faithfulness.

The Saying Is Trustworthy – pt 2 (2 Tim 2:11-13) Intro: A. Kerri and I were on vacation last week, and I just wanted to show you some pictures. We take pictures on our phone or, if you are Brad Bull, on an old 35mm camera and develop photos. The reason we take pictures is to capture a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:11-13, Matthew 10:32-33, John 3:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

1st Peter 1:13-21 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jun 17, 2023

Since we've been redeemed by the precious blood of Christ, we must set our minds to living holy lives knowing that the Lord will judge us His people impartially when Jesus returns.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/x1tfcL-dchI For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/103uNnODE7aVtw66heEddR?si=2f1b849bc3d94dfa 1 Peter 1:13-16 13 Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21, Ephesians 5:18, Leviticus 11:44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Use And Abuse Of Money

Contributed by David Zachrich on Aug 25, 2022

We want our faith to be strong, certain, clear, constant. It is our prayer and fondest wish. But, sadly, faith sometimes seems weak, uncertain, cloudy, and intermittent. Why?

Luke 16:1-15 The Use and Abuse of Money Friends in Christ, We want our faith to be strong, certain, clear, constant. It is our prayer and fondest wish. But, sadly, faith sometimes seems weak, uncertain, cloudy, and intermittent. Why? In his Gospel, St. Luke writes in chapter 15 about two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Rufus And His Mother Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 27, 2022

His mother has also been like a mother to me. "His mother in a literal sense, and mine in a figurative one." An instance of the delicacy and tenderness of Paul, of his love for this disciple and his mother, as if he were of the same family.

Rufus and His Mother (Romans 16:13, NIV) Greet Rufus, chosen in the Lord, and his mother, who has been a mother to me, too. Paul continues to list people he would like his Roman readers to greet for him. Now he comes to Rufus. It is not known if this Rufus is the same one mentioned in Mark 15:21 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Cleansing The Temple

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Mar 11, 2018

Convenience and compromise can devastate the Church, disqualifying us from the work Christ has for us.

Parishioners at Brentwood Baptist Church in Houston are singing the Lord's praises right along with the world-famous McDonald's slogan, "We love to see you smile." The church is the first in the nation to have a McDonald's hamburger franchise on its grounds. The franchise is located inside the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Other

Does He Show On Me?

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Apr 23, 2018

Is it obvious to the people you meet that you are a child of God? What is it that makes it obvious?

J. I. Packer on Being God's Child “You sum up the whole of New Testament teaching in a single phrase if you speak of it as a revelation of the Fatherhood of the holy Creator. In the same way, you sum up the whole of New Testament religion if you describe it as the knowledge of God as one's Holy ...read more

Denomination: Other

09 - James 4:11-17 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 30, 2021

This is the 9th of 11 Studies on the Book of James, where James tells us why we should not slander one another, and why we should not boast about tomorrow.

James 4:11-12 11 Do not speak evil of one another, brethren. He who speaks evil of a brother and judges his brother, speaks evil of the law and judges the law. But if you judge the law, you are not a doer of the law but a judge. 12 There is one Lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy. Who are ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Maranatha!

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 6, 2012

A communion sermon focusing on the hope of the second coming.

MARANATHA! Revelation 22:20 Big Idea: If we cannot join our beginning to our end, we will live scattered and incoherent lives. INTRO Last week we looked at Jesus’ big invitation for us to come to Him (Revelation 22:17). This week we will look at our big invitation for Jesus to come to us. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:20

Denomination: Nazarene

Candlelight Service Of Lessons And Carols

Contributed by Jody Brock on Dec 23, 2006

Adapted from the United Methodist Book of Worship for Advent. This service outline utilizes favorite Christmas Carols and lessons form both the Old and New Testaments.

NOTE: All Carols taken from the United Methodist Hymnal. Each Scripture is read by a different reader. Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols Opening Prayer Pastor The Lord’s Prayer All Carol: “Hark the Herald Angles Sing #240 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

How To Avoid Playing Church

Contributed by Tony Miano on Jan 25, 2001

We need to be people who have control of our tongues. We need to be people who willingly care for the less fortunate. And we need to be people who clean up our acts whenever the need arises.

How To Avoid Playing Church James 1:26-27 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church January 28, 2001 Introduction: This morning we’re going to be studying James 1:26-27. Over the last couple of weeks we’ve looked at how we can avoid fooling ourselves about our spiritual ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: *other

What About Faith And Good Works? (Part 1)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Apr 2, 2001

This morning our focus is going to be on verses 14-17, in chapter two. In this section of the passage we find an assumption (v.14), an analogy (vv. 15-16), and an application (v.17). Included is a historical looks at the relationship between James and Paul.

What About Faith and Good Works? An Answer to the believer James 2:14-17 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church April 1, 2001 Introduction: We’ve spent the last couple of weeks tackling an issue that many people, present company excluded of course, would like to avoid. We ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17

Denomination: *other