Sermons on Rendering To Caesar:

Are You A Trailblazer Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 6, 2006

We are called by Christ to get out of our comfort zone and impact the world for Christ!

Date Written: July 1, 2006 Date Preached: July 5, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (Wed - PM Service) Series Title: Basic Bible Study Sermon Title: Are You A Trailblazer? Sermon Text: Philippians 1:12-14 Introduction: 12 Now I want you to know, brethren, that my circumstances have turned out for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of Grace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 13, 2005

In the Christmas Story we read of God’s grace--God’s power and love--revealed not only in the birth, but in the historical setting and the struggles of Mary and Joseph

Luke 2:1-14 “The Miracle of Grace” INTRODUCTION The story of Jesus’ birth is perhaps one of the most well-known and recognized stories in the world. In this tale of God’s gift of his son to all humankind, we hear the good news of God’s love and see the ultimate expression of God’s grace. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Christ, Born For You

Contributed by Jack Russell on Dec 26, 2005

Jesus was born of Mary, but he was born for you.

Casablanca is considered by many to be the greatest movie of all time. The most quoted line from that classic film is offered by Humphrey Bogart, the male lead, to Ingrid Bergman, his love interest: “The problems of two little people don’t amount to a hill of beans in this crazy world.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 21, 2015

Regardless of how impressive or unimpressive our educational background is, there will always be people who will try to find ways to belittle our faith. We may face persecution or ridicule for our faith, but when we do, God will be there to protect us.

The events in Acts 26:24-27:8 occur just after Paul has been arrested for the last time. He had an opportunity to speak to King Herod, King Agrippa and the Roman governor Festus. Festus didn’t know anything about Moses and the prophets. Agrippa and Herod, on the other hand, were familiar with ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Storms Of Life Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 31, 2025

THE STORMS OF LIFE

Acts 27:21-44 THE STORMS OF LIFE 1. THE FACT OF THE STORM IS TO BE EXPECTED - 14 But not long after there arose against it a tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:21-44

Denomination: Holiness

What Jesus Hates Series

Contributed by Darron Khan on May 30, 2002

This message was designed to direct the audience’s attention to one of the things Jesus hates most in man’s character - hypocrisy

What Jesus Hates? Part 2 in the series, The Journey To Jerusalem March 17, 2002 Last week we discussed “Who Matters To Jesus”. Despite how the world gives value to the attractive, outspoken & impressive people, Jesus seemed to have a different value system. As we watched Him move throughout Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:42-54, Matthew 23:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Am I? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 16, 2014

I cannot overestimate the importance of image - especially in today's culture. It's time for the church to speak up.

“Getting A Clue: Who Am I?” Gen. 1:26-31 & 2:4-7, 18-25; Col 1:15-20 I cannot overestimate the importance of image – especially in today’s culture. People wander from relationship to relationship, pursuit to pursuit, project to project, social group to social group, social ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas Iq Test

Contributed by Mark Wooley on Dec 17, 2019

This will be interesting to see how much the world has entered our minds of this very important day.

THE CHRISTMAS IQ TEST 12-15-19 1. When did God plan Jesus to come to the earth? A. Genesis 1:1 B. Before Genesis 1:1 C. Genesis 1:15 D. Isaiah 7:14 E. After Adam and Eve sinned F. None of the Above 2. Joseph was originally from… A. Bethlehem B. Nazareth C. Hebron D. Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

Your Plan - God's Plan Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Think about your life for a moment. Have you missed an opportunity you regret? Do you think you are still on “Plan A” for your life? For many in the room with any years of experience, you feel like your closer to plan "ZZ" rather than plan "A."

[Scripture read before this sermon] 20 When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope of our being saved was at last abandoned. 21 Since they had been without food for a long time, Paul stood up among them and said, “Men, you should have listened to me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:20-32

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 28, 2024

In Revelation 4, we encounter the Sovereign, the Spirit, the Singers, and the Saints.

(Part 3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/15/2017 Well, according to self-proclaimed prophecy expert, David Meade, today is the day that Christ’s faithful followers will be raptured away, signifying the beginning of the seven-year period of tribulation foretold in the book ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Conflict Of Ages

Contributed by Dan Shubin on May 27, 2002

About the concept of Christian pacifism and conscientious objection to military service, in the Bible and history.

THE CONFLICT OF AGES Daniel H. Shubin He (the Messiah) will judge between the nations, and will decide for many people; and they will beat their swords into plows and their spears into pruning shears; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Isaiah 2:4

Denomination: Apostolic

A King Of Power And Authority

Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Aug 12, 2004

No matter what authority has control over us in this present age, we still have a king that is mighty in power and has all authority in heaven and on the earth.

A King of Power and Authority John 18:36 I. Introduction: a. We have been keeping our eyes on the Presidential race i. We cast our votes on November 7th 1. Many of us waited up to see who would be the next president, but were left hanging and have been left hanging for several weeks ii. We have ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Child Is This?

Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 24, 2006

Who was the child born that first Christmas morning? He was the Savior, the Christ, the Lord.

Sermon-12-24-06-Luke 2:8-20-What Child Is This? Open w/ clip from Charlie Brown Christmas-end when Linus says “That’s the true meaning of Christmas Charlie Brown.” Amazing where we can find profound truth if our eyes & ears are open. For many people that is all they know of the Christmas story. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: *other

Dealing With Governing Authorities Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 1, 2010

We are to submit to our governing authorities unless we are asked to disobey God!

How many of you are planning to vote this Tuesday?? If you’re not planning to vote this Tuesday and you are a citizen of the United States of America, guess what? God planned a message just for you today! No, I did not plan this (I’m not that good!); but as we are studying the Letter to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Converted On A Cross!"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 20, 2007

A sermon on the world’s perception of the church vs the authentic Jesus.

Luke 23:33-43 “Converted on a Cross!” (Many of the ideas for this sermon come from Everything Must Change by Brian Mclaren) By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn The Rock Band Jethro Tull has a song entitled Hymn 43 in which they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: United Methodist