Sermons on Requires A Response:

Render To Caesar....

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 15, 2011

A brilliant and awesome response - and an awesome challenge to us today

Story: A man came to an Anglican Church and asked to see the Vicar. “Vicar,” he said, “My dog died and I would like a Christian burial for him.” The Vicar said, “I’m sorry to hear about your dog, but we Anglicans don’t do funerals for dogs. You might try the Baptist church down the street. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Anglican

Apostles Study Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2014

Today we'll begin a study about the APOSTLES, what were the requirements to be an Apostle? There are some people today that call them selves apostles, but as we're about to see, no one today meets these requirements.

#1~ APOSTLES: INTRODUCTION 12-7-13 Today we'll begin a study about the APOSTLES, what were the requirements to be an Apostle? There are some people today that call them selves apostles, but as we're about to see, no one today meets these ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

What It Takes To Be A Soul Survivor Part 2 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008

Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 2 of this

What it takes to be a Soul Survivor Soul Survivor Pt. 2 Text: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11 We looked last week at, in my opinion, one of the greatest biblical examples of survival recorded in history, - Job. We’ll be coming back to Job throughout our journey to becoming a Soul Survivor but today, I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Playing Smart Part 3 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008

Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 3 of this

Playing Smart Soul Survivor Part 3 Text: Job 1:6-8 This may come as a big surprise to most of you, but I’m not a real sports buff. I mean I can sort of follow the plays of several sports but am not a real enthusiast of any in particular – with, of course, the exception of - - football. Maybe ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Build A Fire Part 4 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008

Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 4 of this

How To Build A Fire Soul Survivor Pt Four One of the most prized possessions of a survivor is fire. You simply have to have fire to stay alive. (I’m going to try not to preach yet). Things change around the camp when you have the fire. Moses ran away from Pharaoh to the back side of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Manifestation Of His Glory

Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Aug 30, 2008

In the Bible we clearly see the requirements for the manifestation of God’s glory. We will immediatly think that these requirements will be very difficult to fulfill. But as we will see it is actually very easy and simple if we are prepared to follow them

Job 37:14 – 24 We all know the story of Job how he has lost everything. His friends come to encourage him and start speaking about the wonders and greatness of God. Job 37:21 Say that it is impossible for men to look into the sun and then vers 22 suggest that if this is true how more ...read more

Scripture: Job 37:14-24, Romans 8:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dating God!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 19, 2013

Dating God requires you to be ‘all’ for Him! Opening up our activities, computer, inbox, facebook, mobile, cupboards, to the entire, close scrutiny of God will require self denial and total surrender!

Dating God! Hebrews 10:22”let us draw near [TO GOD] with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water.” Boy! The title is so powerful that I am a bit shaky as to how to begin! I can never write this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Official, Or Formal Church Membership In A Local Church According To Scripture? – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 2, 2025

This begins a 4 part study of local church membership in the New Testament. Is a formal church membership biblically required in our churches? Was it required in the first century churches? We will examine scriptures and practices for those answers.

IS OFFICIAL, OR FORMAL CHURCH MEMBERSHIP IN A LOCAL CHURCH ACCORDING TO SCRIPTURE? – PART 1 What is church membership? What does the New Testament teach about church membership? Is this a requirement for us in local churches or must we submit ourselves to a practice of man and denominational ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Ephesians 5:29-30, Acts 2:47, Acts 2:44, Romans 12:4-6, 1 Corinthians 1:2, Philippians 1:1, Ephesians 1:1, Colossians 1:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Devil Made Me Do It

Contributed by Paul Redwine on Jan 2, 2004

The Christian servant has a responsibility to handle temptation properly; He or she must take personal responsibility for his or her sin.

"The Devil Made Me Do It," James 1:12-18 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, Sunday, July 6, 2003 INTRODUCTION [READ TEXT, James 1:12-18] Verse 12 is a reminder: the servant who endures trials passes the tests in life will: 1. Be blessed 2. Receive the crown of life Now we see by the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:11-13, James 1:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wicked Tenants Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jun 16, 2009

This parables is about Israel, Israel’s response to the kingdom message of Jesus, and the consequences from a lack of response by the religious leaders and then the people.

The Parables of Jesus The Wicked Tenants Matthew 21:33-46 June 14, 2009 This week we are going to examine what many consider to be a very complicated parable: the parable of the wicked tenants. This is a parable about Israel. It goes along with similar themes to the parable of the two sons and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Church Of God

A New Set Of Clothes Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 9, 2009

With privilege always comes responsibility. God has reconciled us to himself, our responsibility now is to live as God’s children.

If you haven’t been here for the full six weeks of sermons on Ephesians, you missed out on a lot, But we don’t want you to miss out so let me fill you in on the story so far. We’ve been discovering the amazing secrets of God’s plan, prepared before the beginning of time, brought to fulfilment ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

According To Your Faith

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 12, 2009

As our stewardship is a proportionate response to God’s blessings likewise God’s opportunities and blessings are a proportionate response to our faith.

ACCORDING TO YOUR FAITH MATTHEW 9:27-31 And as Jesus passed on from there, two blind men followed him, crying aloud, “Have mercy on us, Son of David.” When he entered the house, the blind men came to him, and Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” They said to him, “Yes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Worship

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

Simple observations about worship from the wise men. What does true worship require?

Christmas Worship Several years ago, I heard the story of Larry Walters, a 33-year-old man who decided he wanted to see his neighborhood from a new perspective. He went down to the local army surplus store one morning and bought forty-five used weather balloons. That afternoon he strapped ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity In The Workplace

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

Christians have responsibilities in the workplaces, both as employers and employees.

Introduction: In the passage that was read a few moments ago from the book of Colossians, Paul’s teaching was accompanied by a great deal of tension. It’s hard for us to even imagine today the vast extent of slavery in the first century and just how cruel it was. Ancient historians estimate ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Accountable As A Church Worker Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

Being a church worker is a holy privilege that comes with sacred responsibility. Accountability is the system that keeps us faithful, diligent, and fruitful in our service to God.

BEING ACCOUNTABLE AS A CHURCH WORKER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 Supporting Texts: Romans 14:12, Luke 12:42-48, Colossians 3:23-24, 2 Timothy 2:15 INTRODUCTION: Accountability is one of the most important values that should define every church worker. In the kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God