Sermons on Regulations:

The Holy Family Counsels Our Modern Family

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 24, 2025

In counseling members of the Christian family, St. Paul taught what we might call “charity lived out in deference.”

Feast of the Holy Family 2025 One of my favorite theologians has pointed out that St. Joseph had the hardest ministry of all. He was just an ordinary Jew who happened to be a descendant of King David, but that put him as the guardian and leader of two persons who were both in intimate contact with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15, Matthew 2:19-23, Psalm 128:1-5, Colossians 3:12-21

Denomination: Catholic

Holiness Without Legalism

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 12, 2003

A message looking to help people live a life of holiness without falling into the trap of legalism.

Holiness Without Legalism 1 Peter 1:15-16, Galatians 5:1 May 4, 2003 Introduction Have you ever seen a proud legalist? I have. They wouldn’t necessarily call themselves a legalist, but they are. They live their lives around making sure everything is just right so they don’t mess up with God or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Christ Alone!"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jun 19, 2003

Salvation has been secured for all who will believe by God’s finished work through Jesus. There is no work that we can ever add to God’s work to bring about our salvation.

Christ Alone Galatians 2:1-10 It was just one week ago. Connie and I were out in the backyard working when Annie came out to tell us that someone was at the front door. I left my work and opened the front door to greet two young guys who were dressed like corporate executives in white shirts and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Road To Salvation

Contributed by James May on Mar 28, 2004

This is a salvation message that presents the plan of salvation in its simplicity.

The Road to Salvation by Pastor James May I know that for most of us this message is going to be so much repetition. But God has impressed upon me strongly that this is message He wants to give to you so I will do my best to obey the Lord and give this message to you. Even though the majority ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-41, John 3:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is The Church Here For

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 20, 2003

Why we need the Church

Introduction at the start of church: How to Have a Good Day Psalm 34:11-16 How often has someone said to you, "Have a good day"? That’s a nice statement, but what does it mean? When you review the day’s activities before you go to bed, how do you know whether the day was good or bad? When ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why The Bible? Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008

An explanation of the Bible, why it is God’s word and the role it can play in our lives

Why the Bible? II Timothy 3:14-17 Several prominent literary figures were invited to an open forum where they were interviewed. One question that came up was: “If you were stranded on a desert isle, and you could only have one book, which book would you bring with you?” The first person said ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Methodist

A Greater Sanctuary

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

Jesus fulfils the Old Testament Sanctuary. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

A greater sanctuary Reading: Hebrews chapter 9 verses 1-28. Question: What do we mean by the term ‘Sanctuary’? Answer: ‘A specific holy place’. • In the Old Testament: • The sanctuary was primarily the tabernacle and then later the temple in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-28

Denomination: Brethren

Worthless Religion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 8, 2012

Don’t let anyone judge you by legalistic standards, disqualify you by mystical experiences, nor enslave you by ascetic practices, because Jesus is all you need. A warning of the false ideas of legalism, mysticism, & asceticism.

Back in 2004, when several hurricanes hit the state of Florida, it left thousands of people without electrical power. Like many Floridians, Don Aycock’s neighbor used a portable generator to supply power until the electrical lines could be repaired. It had been running for a while when the man ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Freedom's Enemies Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 15, 2009

This message encourages believers to stand firm in their freedom by staying away from the law and the legalist who would take it away

Freedom’s Enemies (Galatians 5:1-12) One morning, during an adult Sunday school class, a pastor in San Angelo, Texas, picked up the podium and walked back and forth with it. When someone asked, “What are you doing?” he replied, “Well, sometimes you just need to take a stand.” (Rebecca ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Mother’s Days For Elizabeth

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 12, 2013

Mother’s Day isn’t a day of celebration for all women and Elizabeth experienced what it was like to be childless, to have a child and to lose a child

Mother’s Days for Elizabeth It is a familiar story and one that fits with Mother’s Day. A woman who wasn’t supposed to be a mother becomes a mother. It is one of the most familiar stories in the Bible but a story that is over shadowed by another story and gets lost. We are all familiar with the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:30-41

Denomination: Wesleyan

Better Than Moses Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Jesus is better than Moses and High Priests

Hebrews - Part 2 - September 23, 2012 Turn with me this morning to the book of Hebrews. It’s found in the end of the Bible, 1&2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, Hebrews, James. The book of Hebrews is a book written to encourage us! Sometimes we miss that because of all the visual illustrations ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sermon On The Mount (Part Twelve) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 18, 2019

Throughout the sermon on the mount, Jesus clarified misconceptions. He explained the deeper implications of the law and broadened their understanding so they could conduct themselves according to God's intentions. Today, Jesus does this regarding retaliation.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part twelve) Matt. 5:38-42 Jane Vajnar writes the story about her friend's four young boys. They were always full of energy; even in church. But the sermon her minister preached on turning the other cheek got their undivided attention. The minister stressed that no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42, Exodus 21:22-25, Leviticus 24:19-20, Deuteronomy 19:18-21, Romans 12:17-21, 1 Peter 3:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace With Each Other, Because Everyone Is Invited Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016

Beginning of Christmas series, from Ephesians 2:13-21. Descriptions of how Jesus brought peace.

Isaiah 9:6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Luke 2:13-14 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Look To Jesus And Live!"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Apr 20, 2016

Nicodemus comes to Jesus at night. He discovers that his broken religious system cannot save him. Jesus tells him he must be born again (born from above - born by God). He explains to him to Look to Jesus and Live!

“Look to Jesus and Live” John 3:1-17 “Religion can be boring. You don’t have to do any research to prove the point. Just compare the crowd at church with the crowds that attend baseball or football games. Apparently there is no excitement at church that compares with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Freedom's Enemies Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 11, 2017

Stay free from the law and the legalist!

One morning, during an adult Sunday school class, a pastor in San Angelo, Texas, picked up the podium and walked back and forth with it. When someone asked, “What are you doing?” he replied, “Well, sometimes you just need to take a stand.” (Rebecca Livermore, San Angelo, Texas, “Lite Fare,” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free