Sermons on Religion:

Encouragement For Those Who Suffer

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Dec 27, 2008

The apostle Peter gives us encouragement to help us when we suffer.

ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THOSE WHO SUFFER Text: 1 Peter 1:13 – 16 Introduction: • 64 AD Rome burns under Nero; Nero blames Christians • Christians around world still suffer • US suffering: verbal, emotional, or physical abuse; inciting to lose temper or to sin; hindering your service for God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Why His Tongue?

Contributed by Tim Larrimore on Aug 7, 2008

WHY DID THE RICH MAN ONLY WANT WATER ON JUST ONE PART OF HIS BODY?

WHY HIS TONGUE? LUKE 16:19-31 Pr 11:13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter. Pr 16:28 A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends. Pr 26:20 ¶ Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Nov 14, 2002

What is holiness? What is it not? Whatever the case, the Bible calls us to live in it.

INTRO: In the times we live in there is a definite need for a body of born again believers to rise to the occasion and be the church God has called us to be. We have allowed for so much slackness in our lives that it is hard to distinguish who exactly is the church. Before we can win the world to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:45, 2 Peter 1:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

S.o.l.d. O.u.t.

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Jun 5, 2008

This is a great acrostic I came up with to teach on how to be sold out for Christ.

SOLD OUT [1] I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. [2] And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: *other

Finding The Kingdom Within

Contributed by Tim Desmond on Feb 28, 2011

This sermon looks at how prayer and meditation can help us connect with the Kingdom of God and change our lives.

One of the most pervasive feelings in modern society is alienation. We are alienated from our work and from each other by our fast paced lifestyle and focus on success. However, no matter how much connection we have with other people and to our work, the deep feeling of alienation will not be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:21

Denomination: *other

'sorry World, There Is Only One Way'

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 15, 2018

1. The tragedy of life is not that it ends so soon, but that we wait so long to begin it. Life really begins when we receive JESUS. 2 Corinthians 6:2 .......: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation. Jesus is the only w

'SORRY WORLD, THERE IS ONLY ONE WAY' John 14:6 (KJV) Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Here are 3 things that the world hate in the Words of Jesus. I. Saying that He was not a way but ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

The Fatherhood Of God

Contributed by John Mccormack on Aug 30, 2014

THIS TEACHING ADDRESSES THE MERIT OF GOD'S FATHERHOOD AS IT RELATES TO HIS SON, JESUS CHRIST.

THE FATHERHOOD OF GOD OBSERVATION: BEFORE CHRIST’S CRUCIFIXION, JESUS PRAYED TO HIS FATHER. THIS IS OFTEN CALLED THE HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER AS RECORDED IN JOHN CHAPTER 17. INTERPRETATION: JOHN 17:3 (NKJV) AND THIS IS ETERNAL LIFE THAT THEY MAY KNOW YOU, THE ONLY TRUE GOD, AND JESUS ...read more

Scripture: John 17:3

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson #9. Things To Be Afraid Of And Things Not To Be Afraid Of Series

Contributed by Wayne Essex on Mar 27, 2019

(What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it)

Living Wise In A Stupid World Lesson #9 THINGS TO BE AFRAID OF AND THINGS NOT TO BE ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Playing Church

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 18, 2012

We must BE the church, not just attend one.

Playing Church November 16, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must BE the church, not just attend one. Focus Passage: Romans 12:9-21 Supplemental Passage: James 1:27 NASB Pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father is this: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Three Hundred Word Sermon Starter With Mark 8:14 As The Text. Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 3, 2020

Political and religious leaders tend to want to rule the people instead of to serve the people. Instead, your faith should be in God as you follow Jesus. Jesus proved he could provide for people more effectively than any government or religious institution.

A Three Hundred Word Sermon Starter with Mark 8:14 as the text. Jesus told his disciples, “Beware of the bread that the Pharisees and the Herodians give you.” In other words, be careful about what politicians and religious leaders offer you. Political and religious leaders tend to want to rule ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Means What He Says! Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 18, 2017

God's commands are to be obeyed. We excuse disobedience at the threat of divine judgement.

“An old prophet lived in Bethel. And his sons came and told him all that the man of God had done that day in Bethel. They also told to their father the words that he had spoken to the king. And their father said to them, ‘Which way did he go?’ And his sons showed him the way that the man of God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Radical Cleansing

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Sep 9, 2003

Contemporary Holiness sermon with object lesson and communion medidation at the close. Part of series on Acts. Updated 12/05

Radical Cleansing Acts 15:8,9 Pastor Bob Hunter (Others sermons on Acts available at www.sermoncentral.com) Today I want to bring to a conclusion our summer series on Acts. Last summer we journeyed through the book of Acts from Chs. 1-8. This summer we covered Chs. 8-16, I gave you chapter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:8-9

Denomination: Holiness

What Is The Role Of A Mother Today?

Contributed by Evie Megginson on May 7, 2001

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A MOTHER TODAY? A MOTHER SHOULD BE CHRISTLIKE IN HER BEHAVIOR, CAREFUL WITH HER TONGUE, CONSECRATED IN HER DRINK,AND A COMMUNICATOR OF GOOD THINGS.

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A MOTHER TODAY? TITUS 2:1-5 In Tyler, Texas, there is a tombstone which says, “Mahalita, the wife of R. Adkins, she was the sunshine of our home.” 1. Mothers, isn’t that the way you want to be remembered? You were the sunshine of your home. Billy Graham’s mother said ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Anchor Of Our Hope

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jul 22, 2001

In an age of deception and denial we have to wonder if there is anyone that we can tryly trust? Is there anyone who stands by their word? The writer of Hebrews shares with us that Jesus is the Anchor of our hope.

The Anchor Of Our Hope Hebrews 6:13-20 For most people having the security of knowing that we can deal with things at face value is of great importance. Eighteen years ago, Connie promised to love me with all of her heart for the rest of her days. In eighteen years she has held tightly to her ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians: Party Animals? Part Iii Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 10, 2001

This sermon was part of a series I preached on Nehemiah’s one holy passion, the glory of God.

One Holy Passion Nehemiah 8:13-18 May 13, 2001 “Christians: Party Animals?” Part 3 Here is the recipe: boil strong, black tea leaves. After you’ve made the tea, stir in rich milk—and…yak butter. And there you have the delicacy of Tibet: yak butter tea. When you visit a family there, good ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free