Sermons on Reigning:

The Firstborn Are Slain. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 4, 2022

Moreover, the deaths occurred "at midnight," in the weirdest hour, at the quietest time, and in the deepest darkness. So it had been prophesied (Exodus 11:4), but the particular night had not been announced.

The Firstborn Are Slain. Exodus 12:29-30. 29 At midnight, the LORD struck down all the firstborn in Egypt, from the firstborn of Pharaoh, who sat on the throne, to the firstborn of the prisoner, who was in the dungeon, and the firstborn of all the livestock as well. 30 Pharaoh and all his ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Stands Between

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 19, 2022

Jesus stands between our sin as a mediator.

Jesus Stands Between 1Timothy 2:1-7 1. In the Midst of great Turmoil, Paul in this letter. Paul refers to Prayer as a Key to overcoming. • The notorious Roman emperor Nero (A.D. 54-68) was in power when Paul wrote these words. • Paul shares with us and those folks in Rome to Pray for even folks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Flood Morality And Geology

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 19, 2022

Was Noah's flood moral? Is God immoral? Is Noah's flood just myth?

How could a good God destroy most of humanity in a worldwide flood? How can modern Christians even believe that such a flood existed? What does the Bible actually say? Flood Morality Can atheists have any basis for a statement questioning the morality of God’s judgment? If there is no God and we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-12, 2 Peter 2:5, Matthew 25:31-32, 2 Peter 3:3-7, Genesis 9:12-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 6, 2022

Two main components of New Testament preaching are repentance and faith. Let’s examine how they go together.

Two main components of New Testament preaching are repentance and faith. Let’s examine how they go together. Repent & Believe What do repentance and belief have to do with salvation? Feeling sorry for ourselves but refusing to change does nothing. But, grief with repentance leads to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:10, Mark 1:14-15, Acts 3:19, 2 Corinthians 7:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Thinking About God

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

Does the existence of God also mean that He knows how we, His creatures best function? Does that mean that He loves us? Does it mean that we can get to know Him personally? Jesus gave a simple two step process that one should think about when confronted with the truth of the Gospel.

Does the existence of God also mean that He knows how we, His creatures best function? Does that mean that He loves us? Does it mean that we can get to know Him personally? Jesus gave a simple two step process that one should think about when confronted with the truth of the Gospel. “The time is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15, Galatians 4:8-9, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

Creation Theories And Lessons

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

Is there a purpose for the creation narratives? With so many theories, what lessons can we learn?

Is there a purpose for the creation narratives? With so many theories, what lessons can we learn? Creation Theories Let’s first examine a few of the many creation theories and some of their strengths and weaknesses 1. Godless Evolution claims to be honest with geology and biology, but denies ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Horn Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 22, 2021

Horn refers to the victory, strength, might of a man. The valour is our God. Jesus is our Horn of salvation. Zechariah was silenced for nine months it was a divine rebuke for his unbelief, but God always turns his rebuke into rewards for those who keep their faith.

Theme: A Horn of Salvation (Luke 1:69) Text: Luke 1:65-80 Illustration: Christmas dinner table: Mom, is it good to eat flies?” asked a boy. “Let’s not talk about such things at the dinner table, son,” his mother replied. After dinner, the mother inquired, “Now, baby, what did you want to ask me?” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:65-80

Denomination: Methodist

Good King Wenceslas On The Feast Of Stephen

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 27, 2021

Why should we sing the carol Good King Wenceslas on 26th December (The Feast of Stephen0

Why did Good King Wenceslas look out on the Feast of Stephen On Christmas Eve, i.e. 2 days ago, Cyril challenged me to put a sermon together on Good King Wenceslas and the first Christian martyr. So who was Wenceslas? Firstly he wasn’t a King, though Otto the Great who was Holy Roman Emperor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:17-26, Acts 7:44-60

Denomination: Anglican

Twenty-First Sunday-- In Ordinary Time, Cycle C- The Narrow Gate

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 23, 2022

There is a saying, “The nearer the Church, the farther from God”.

In Readers Digest, David Barman, from North Miami Beach, Florida, wrote that at the university where he teaches, the school has a policy of giving a + designation for grades. A 78 is a C+, an 89 is a B+. A student received his final grade and was adamant that I left off the plus sign. I looked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Catholic

Daniel Interprets Another Dream Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 9, 2021

Daniel's interpretation of the king's dream reveals a grim future for the king.

We are in chapter 4 in Daniel. Last week we studied the dream that King Nebuchadnezzar had. You might remember that he called all of his occult advisors in to interpret the dream and once again they could not. Daniel comes in and the King relays the dream to him. We begin in verse 19 ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Skin Deep

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 13, 2021

A Sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent, Year C

December 12, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 3:7-18 More than Skin Deep Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. When composer Leonard Bernstein was the director of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, he was asked a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus, The Savior Of Our Salvation

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Apr 16, 2024

Jesus voluntarily Gave His Life

1. INTRODUCTION. OUT OF ALL OF THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE EVER LIVED, THERE HAS NEVER BEEN ONE LIKE JESUS! HE WAS BORN WITHOUT THE AID OF A MAN. HE LIVED A PERFECTLY SINLESS LIFE. NO ONE IN THE HISTORY OF HUMANITY HAS LOVED LIKE JESUS. JESUS IS THE PHYSICAL MANIFESTATION OF THE INVISIBLE GOD; WHO REIGNED ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: The Resurrection And Life 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 19, 2024

This sermon aims to deepen the understanding of Christ's resurrection and its significance for believers, encouraging a life transformed by the truth of His victory over sin and death.

Transformed by Truth: The Resurrection and Life 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truth of Christ's resurrection and its transformative impact on our lives. Our foundation is 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NLT): "But in fact, Christ has been raised from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-22, John 11:25-26, Colossians 1:18, Romans 5:17-18, John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord Is Faithful

Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 25, 2022

A preacher once said, "We may sometimes be in as much or more danger from false and pretended friends as from open and avowed enemies." But the Lord is Faithful!

2 Thessalonians 3:1-3 NKJV The Lord is Faithful September 25, 2022 Intro: This second letter, from the pen of Paul, is written to a church that is experiencing great spiritual growth, 1:3. They are a giving, loving church that is active, growing and reaching out, 1:5. However, this church is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 30, 2023

This marriage supper is a celebration of what Christ has done for all the invited. This is why the event is so incredible – all of Heaven comes together for it!

Alpha and Omega, Part 46, Revelation Part 23 The Marriage Supper of the Lamb Revelation 19:1-10 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is granted through Jesus; and yes, we have a choice - Last week we unpacked ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10, Psalm 95:6, 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational