Sermons on Republicans:

Ambassadors For Christ

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Nov 3, 2019

Every believer represents Christ in this world. This text shows a few ways to represent Him better.

2 Corinthians 5:11-21 Ambassadors for Christ Oak Ridge Baptist Church October 27, 2019 Introduction Today I want to challenge you with one simple idea. I want to plead with you to give your life to Christ. If you’ve never trusted Jesus Christ as your savior, I plead with you even now to give your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherds: Why Them? Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 16, 2019

Why would God announce the Savior's birth to a group of lowly shepherds first? The answer is the heart of the gospel.

Please open your Bibles to Luke 2. And I would also encourage you to find Ezekiel 34, and put a bookmark there, because we are going to be opening that up a little later. Every Christmas, there is an “it” toy. The most popular toy that everyone wants, and no one can find. These days, it is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18, Ezekiel 34:1-24, John 10:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Fear

Contributed by Brian Harrell on Dec 19, 2019

We all deal with fear on some level. We must take on fear directly in the name of Jesus. Based on 2 Tim. 1:5-7. No more cowering to fear.

I love going to Summersville Lake. One of the highlights of the lake is all of the rocky ledges that you can climb up on and then jump into the water. The two or three footers are pretty easy. The eight footers will give you a pause before you take the leap. But it was when several of us climbed up ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-7, Ephesians 1:19-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Peace That Passes Understanding

Contributed by Terence D. Engler on Dec 3, 2021

I prepared this message as part of a Series for Advent, and this one really ministered to me the peace of God for these difficult days in which we live.

“PEACE THAT PASSES UNDERSTANDING” PT. 2 “ADVENT 2021” Phil. 4.6-7 One of the lasting, profound emotions that Christmas evokes in my life is that of peace; I’m not sure whether it’s the stillness of a late-night recounting of the Christmas story, the stillness of a cold, wintry night, or the peace ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 24:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Heart Of Man

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Dec 4, 2021

A three part message on the Nation of Judah and where, what and how God wrote upon their heart.

Jeremiah 17:1-7 12/5/21 a.m. I really like WILL ROGERS. He was a great actor. (If you’ve never watched Judge Priest it’s a great film) But he was also a great comedian. He didn’t care if you were a Republican or a Democrat, he would make jokes about both parties. One of his famous lines ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Praise God, Because Of What He's Made You In Christ (Ephesians 1:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

God has richly blessed you, in Christ, as Gentiles. If you understand and appreciate what He's given, you will praise Him.

This sermon marks the new start of a series I'm planning on Ephesians. Whenever you start a study on a new book in the Bible, it's normal to give a few introductory remarks about the book to give you kind of a big picture to work with. So the big picture of Ephesians looks something like ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

A Persons A Person

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 18, 2021

A sermon for Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, based on Psalm 139

In December of 1948, the newly-formed United Nations met in Paris France to draft what would become the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This was just a few years after the end of World War II. Keep in mind that World War II, at least in Europe, was fought to defeat Adolf Hitler. Hitler had ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16, Jeremiah 1:5, Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

"daniel Interprets Nebuchadnezzar's Dream"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Oct 18, 2025

Series in Daniel

Title: “Daniel Interprets the Dream” Scripture: Dan. 2:31-49 Type: Series Where: GNBC 10-19-25 Intro: Zig Ziglar once said, "A study of three hundred world-class leaders, including Franklin D. Roosevelt, Sir Winston Churchill, Helen Keller, Mother Teresa, Dr. Albert Schweitzer, and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:31-49

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeing But Not Believing

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 1, 2025

Even having seen the rising of Lazarus to life again the Religious leader reject Jesus and determine to kill him.

Seeing Without Believing John 11:46-57 There are some things in life that you can be neutral about, but Jesus is not ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-57

Denomination: Baptist

The Disconcerting Dilemma Of Divine Inaction-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 5, 2024

3 of 4. Habakkuk faced the disconcerting/unsettling dilemma of Divine 'inaction' towards His people, Judah. What makes, or How is Divine inaction unsettling? 4 fabrications that either: accentuate the dilemma—OR—that muddy/confuse/obscure the answer of God’s inaction.

The DISCONCERTING DILEMMA Of DIVINE INACTION--III —Habakkuk 1:3(1:1-4) Key Words— •Difficult/Disturbing/Disorienting/Disconcerting/Perplexing/Uncertainty/Unsettling. •Dilemma/Predicament/Quandary/Situation. Attention: Salem BC’s ‘foundation plants’ recently got a much needed trimming/hedging. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:3, Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Sep 1, 2024

Fellowship was more than just an activity for the early Christians—it was a way of life that fostered deep connections, mutual support, and spiritual growth. Through fellowship, including shared meals, prayer, and encouragement, the early church thrived in unity and love.

Introduction Video Ill.: Community — Church Fuel 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. (Acts 2, NIV1984) The unity that was present in the early church puts our world today to shame. Political Opponents Finish Debate ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Romans 12:10-13, Matthew 18:20, Acts 12:12-17, Hebrews 10:24-25, Galatians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lesser Of Evils (Or Choose Your Sinner)

Contributed by Steven Cordle on Sep 6, 2024

Since we are getting close to Election Day and there's a lot of discussion about Christians voting and whether or not Christians should vote for certain candidates and how Christians should vote on the various issues and initiatives that appear on the ballot I thought I would share this.

Since we are getting close to Election Day and there's a lot of discussion about Christians voting and whether or not Christians should vote for certain candidates and how Christians should vote on the various issues and initiatives that appear on the ballot I thought I would share this. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Romans 13:1-7, Proverbs 11:10, Proverbs 14:35, Acts 25:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is On The Throne

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 7, 2024

As Christians, our kingdom citizenship is primary and should impact our earthly citizenship. Ultimately, God is in control and Jesus is our only hope.

A. Brooks Hayes was a Congressman from Arkansas in the 1940s and 50s. 1. One day he sought the advice of a clergyman who suggested that he go out in the rain and lift his head toward heaven. 2. The clergyman said, “It will bring a revelation to you.” 3. The next day Congressman Hayes reported to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17, Romans 13:1-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clothed With Christ Series

Contributed by Lewis Martin on May 31, 2025

Have you ever tried to prove yourself—only to realize the gift was already yours? In Galatians 3, Paul reminds us that we don’t need to earn God’s love—we’re already clothed in Christ.

I remember the first suit I ever bought for myself. It was 1988, and I was working at Men’s Wearhouse—so I had access to the good stuff, not Hart, Shafner, and Marx, but high quality suits. I picked out a charcoal gray, double-breasted suit with chalk line pinstripes. Sharp. Classic. It was a $300 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-9, Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Nazarene

A Battle Of The Mind

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Jun 20, 2025

A sermon to adults on the war that rages in all of our minds.

“The Battle for the Mind” 6/22/25 a.m. 2 Cor. 10:1-5 I don’t think we realize the BATTLE that is being waged today. I’m NOT talking about the war in the Middle East. Iran vs. Israel. That’s definitely something that we all need to be praying about. I’m NOT talking about the war on ILLEGAL ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-5

Denomination: Baptist