Sermons on Reason To Exist:

The Deity Of Christ

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 11, 2008

The Gospel of John begins with establishing the pre-existent deity of Christ.

John 1:1-5 “The Deity of Christ” I. In the Beginning (1) • John wants to make sure that before we begin to talk about what Jesus taught or the sacrifice He came to make; we must first understand who Jesus really is  High Christology • “In the Beginning” what do you think about when you ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Ethos #1 Holiness Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 16, 2019

The church is meant to be different from the world. It is meant to exist for others.

We begin a new message series today that we’ve entitled, Ethos, or if you’re from the American South, “Ethas”. This series is about how we become more like Christ and less like the world in which we live. It’s a calling to an alternative lifestyle. Yes. You heard me say alternative lifestyle. Being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Inventor

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 12, 2021

To invent is to conceive, design and create something that did not already exist

To invent is to design and create something that has never existed before. Some say that Necessity is the mother of invention. That being true, we are the beneficiaries of somebody’s necessity and, as a result we have refrigerators, air conditioners, automobiles, cruise control, automatic ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Fool Says There Is No god. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 17, 2024

Let us reflect on the reality of God's existence.

The Bible warns us about the foolishness of denying God's existence. In Psalm 14:1, it says, "The fool says in his heart, 'There is no God.'" This verse reminds us that a life without God is a life built on shaky ground. Throughout the Bible, we see evidence of God's ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, Psalm 14:1, John 14:6

What Do We Know About The Ark, Is There Only One?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Sep 10, 2023

What is or was the purpose of The Ark? How many Arks have existed?

No doubt many people have heard about The Ark. But what is The Ark, really? Is it more than the Old Testament story about a man who built a boat and put a bunch of animals on it before a great flood? What is or was the purpose of The Ark? We will take a few moments to go back and see what we can ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:18, Exodus 25:8, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On The Real Father Christmas

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 25, 2025

Whether the real Father Christmas exists or not is a matter of personal belief.

Tim Powers, an American author once remarked: “Thus Milton refines the question down to a matter of faith," said Coleridge, bringing the lecture to a close, "and a kind of faith more independent, autonomous - more truly strong, as a matter of fact - than the Puritans really sought. Faith, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Matthew 6:3-4, Luke 6:38

The Roadmap To Peace Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 2, 2008

Peace...“The condition that exists when nations or other groups are not fighting.”

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law” (Galatians 5:22-23). The Roadmap to Peace George W. Bush and I were in Israel earlier this month … not together. But I did see his airplane ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Angels: The Messengers And Servants Of God

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Oct 26, 2021

There has been a tremendous amount of literature, testimony, and fascination with the subject of angels and their purpose and mission in this world. The Word of God alone teaches the truth about these beings and their service to God and His people.

The symbols of God's majesty, promises, and acts toward His creation have been hijacked and misused by fallen humanity to promote agendas and teachings that are in total opposition to His Holy purposes and Being. The rainbow, the visible symbol of His promise not to destroy the earth with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10, Matthew 26:53, Luke 1:26-33, Genesis 19:13, Isaiah 6:1-3, 2 Peter 2:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Motivation With Jesus?

Contributed by Michael Bolin on Dec 27, 2010

Discerning your reasoning for being a Christian.

What is your motivation with Jesus? Have you ever noticed some things in the world look the same? Have you watched the winter Olympics? On the downhill slope ski slope all participants look exactly the same. They will each ware a white helmet, blue uniform and a white vest that said Vancouver. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Called By God

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 23, 2006

5 MAJOR REASONS WHY GOD CALLED US: I. The first reason is UNITY (1:10-12) II. The second reason is DIVERSITY (3:4,6) III. The third reason is OPPORTUNITY (3:5)

CALLED BY GOD 1 Cor. 1:9-12, 3:4-8 NASB The Corinthians self-image was of a spiritually mature congregation, endowed with all the spiritual gifts they needed, well taught and self-sufficient. In fact they were quite similar to many churches today, particularly those of an evangelical persuasion, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Logic For Unbelievers To Consider

Contributed by Dennis King on Aug 28, 2018

When you come to a mind closed to God, Jesus, and all Biblical Truth, maybe logic can be used to begin a discussion?

God's Grace is freely offered to all., but what if there were no Bibles, no written words showing the way to eternal salvation? Some peoples close their mind when you just mention the God or the Bible. How could you influence someone you knew had an ironclad mind against hearing God's Word? Surely ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Romans 14:11, Matthew 25:41, 1 Corinthians 6:9, Matthew 25:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Complaining As A Second Lanuage

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 11, 2021

I want to give you a few reasons to stop complaining. Now, there are plenty of reasons not to complain, and you may be thinking, I know the first reason,

Complaining as a second language With Pastor Timothy Porter Philippians 2:14-15 Introduction: Today, I want to give you a few reasons to stop complaining. Now, there are plenty of reasons not to complain, and you may be thinking, I know the first reason, “Because God said so.” Well, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Resurrection Is What Gives Us Faith

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 20, 2006

Resurrection is the reason for our faith

An Open Letter Dear Church Member: Don’t wait until the hearse hauls you to church. If you do, you will go, regardless of the weather. You will go, regardless of the condition of your body. There will be beautiful flowers there, but you won’t enjoy them. You will go, regardless of how your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Mother's Bond Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 13, 2012

This message focuses on the special bond that exists between a mother and her child.

A Mother’s Bond Mother’s Day 2012 Scriptures: John 2:1-10 Introduction: I want to say to every mother present or who might read this message, “Happy Mother’s Day!” There will be very little that I will say in this message that will be new to you but I hope you ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is The Bible The Word Of God? Series

Contributed by Les Puryear on Jan 8, 2020

Reasons why the Bible is the Word of God

A new minister was asked to teach a boys' Sunday School class when the regular teacher was absent. He decided to see what they knew about the Bible, so he asked them who knocked down the walls of Jericho. The boys immediately began denying that they did it, and the preacher was appalled at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist