Sermons on Rebuke The Wind:

What Is A Christian

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 26, 2014

A Christian is someone who has been changed by his or her encounter with the risen Jesus

What is a Christian? In a few funeral preparation talks, I have people who have described their lost loved ones in these terms “He didn’t believe in God He didn’t go to Church But he was a good Christian” That isn’t a very useful definition of what is a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

Justification By Faith Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 25, 2014

The earliest controversy in the church was over a critical matter: What does it mean in practical terms to be a member of God’s family? Also, coming to Christ is an act of self-denial. We are “under new management.”

Introduction: One thing we can all agree on: People rarely agree! Even in the early church there was conflict; and while we’d prefer unity among believers, disputes happen. In an awkward moment Peter and Paul were at odds. Paul confronted the head of the church to his face…because ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Congregational

The Spirit’s Plan For A Church Of Impact Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 11, 2014

A look at how "member" is never used in the Bible to mean "a name on a roll," but rather "a part of the body."

[Drama: The drama: "The Orchestra." There's a band director and three musicians. Director talks to each member one at a time and each says that they're ready, but then says they have one little problem. First one. At the piano. "Ready, but my right hand isn't working right." Director asks shocked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Pastor: The Noble Task Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 28, 2023

The work of the pastor is a noble task. The pastor is a called out man of God. The primary qualifications of a pastor is having a good moral character.

If any man desires the office of a bishop, he desires a good work. As pastor of First Baptist Church, I found myself emotionally down one day and wondering why I was pastor of such a difficult church. Why couldn’t I pastor one of the vibrant first century churches that we read about in the New ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

Belonging In The Father's House Series

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 14, 2022

The parable of the Prodigal Son is an amazing story, one of love, abandonment, and grace. It is the story of one man’s journey to find his ultimate fulfillment only to realize that the fulfillment was right there at home all along.

We see in this story three specific destinations: Destination 1: The Far Country (v. 13) The far country represents the world and all of its attractions. It looks so alluring with all of its big lit-up signs. “Pleasures!” “Do whatever you want!” “Follow your heart!” “Join us, we will show you a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Scripture And Ministry.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 16, 2025

Against a background of false teachers, and hypocritical hearers who will not endure sound teaching, Paul exhorted Timothy to urgently preach the word.

SCRIPTURE AND MINISTRY. 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Timothy 4:1-5. I). THE CENTRALITY OF SCRIPTURE. 2 Timothy 3:14-17. 1. Three times Paul addresses Timothy with an emphatic “you therefore" (2 Timothy 2:1) or “but you” (2 Timothy 3:10; 2 Timothy 3:14). In the first instance, this sets Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Character Study Of Eli Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Eli was a man who started well but ended poorly due to his failure to discipline his children and uphold God’s holiness. His story is a warning to leaders and parents to take their responsibilities seriously.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ELI – HIGH PRIEST AND JUDGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:. 1 Samuel 3:2-3 "And it came to pass at that time, when Eli was laid down in his place, and his eyes began to wax dim, that he could not see; and ere the lamp of God went out in the temple of the Lord, where the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:9-18, 1 Samuel 2:12-36, 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Peter (Simon Cephas) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Peter’s life is a story of transformation. He went from being an impulsive fisherman to a fearless apostle who helped establish the early church. Despite his weaknesses, God’s grace empowered him to fulfil his divine calling.

CHARACTER STUDY OF PETER (SIMON CEPHAS) – LEADER OF THE APOSTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 16:16-19 "And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." (Matthew 16:18) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-19, John 1:42, Luke 5:4-11, Matthew 14:28-31, Acts 2:14-41, Acts 10:9-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is Jesus? (Mark 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 14, 2024

Who is Jesus? Let's discuss the Messianic riddle in Mark 8.

Who do we say that Jesus is? Are we willing to take up our cross, and follow Him, or are we chasing things of the world and losing our souls? Are we ashamed of Jesus? Let’s discuss this in Mark 8. Did a great crowd have anything to eat after three days with Jesus? Was Jesus concerned about their ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Fellowship And The Art Of Spiritual Sharpening Series

Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Apr 5, 2025

No individual is meant to journey through this life alone. Solomon through the verse in Proverbs 27:17 stresses our need for one another by using swords sharpening one another as an example. Likewise Paul too advises through Hebrews 3:13 ;Hebrews 10:24-25

The Blacksmith’s Work Imagine a blacksmith’s forge—the heat, the hammering, the sparks flying as two pieces of iron collide. The process is loud, intense, and sometimes uncomfortable, but the result is a razor-sharp edge. "Is not my word like fire, declares the LORD, and like a hammer ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17, Hebrews 3:13, Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mary Magdalene: A Demon Possed And Blessed Woman

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 6, 2025

Mary Magdalene was a woman, whom Jesus delivered from the seven evil spirit. When Jesus resurrected from the dead, He chose to appeared to her. Why?

Today and next week, we will look at the last passage in the Gospel of Mark, which is chapter 16:9-20. If you notice, most English translations of the Bible, except the “King James Version,” note that verses 9 through 20 are additions. So, this section was not written by Mark but was added later. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-14, Mark 16:9-20, Luke 8:2, Luke 7:36-38, Luke 8:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The House That Withstood The Storm

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Nov 29, 2001

They huffed and they puffed and could not blow that house down.

THE HOUSE THAT WITHSTOOD THE STORM Matthew 7:21-27 Text: vv.24-17 Song: Prayer Acknowledgements: For our scripture let us consider Matthew 7:21-27 [Repeat]. When you find it please say Amen. And it reads: Verse 21: “Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

How To Change For Good

Contributed by Greg Laurie on Nov 29, 2006

I suggest we don’t always know as much as we think we do. And sometimes we miss the obvious. Here in John 3, Jesus reveals something that that is an ESSENTIAL truth of life. So much so, that to miss it is to MISS EVERYTHING. If you don’t get this one rig

“How to Change for Good” John 3. There are certain things we ALL KNOW in life. You don’t Tug on Superman’s cape. You don’t Spit into the wind. You don’t tug on the mask of the old Lone Ranger AND? I suggest we don’t always know as much as we think we do. And sometimes we miss the obvious. Here ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-26

Preparing To Build - 2

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Aug 8, 2007

Choosing the Builder - Jesus Christ

Preparing to Build, Part 2 Choosing the Builder Last week, we started a brand new series entitled, Preparing to Build, Seeing the Vision, Living the Dream. This series is focused on our vision, our passion for the future. We talked about where we are heading as a church, what we are trusting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

Why All The Hubbub, Bub? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 2, 2016

A study of the book of Job 28: 1 – 28

Job 28: 1 – 28 Why All The Hubbub, Bub? 1 “Surely there is a mine for silver, and a place where gold is refined. 2 Iron is taken from the earth, and copper is smelted from ore. 3 Man puts an end to darkness, and searches every recess for ore in the darkness and the shadow of death. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Job 28:1-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel