Sermons on Ridicule:

The Just Shall Live By Faith Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Feb 20, 2005

The Just shall live by faith

Romans 1:16, “16For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ,[a] for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek.” Among most Paul’s well known phrases and most often used quotes is the above verse. Paul had been imprisoned in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Gift" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Dec 8, 2005

This sermon rejoices in the greatest Gift ever given-Gon’s only-begotten Son-Jesus.

"THE GIFT" (A Christmas sermon) By-dannymoss777@yahoo.com Scripture text-2nd Corinthians 9:15 "Thanks be unto God for His unspeakable Gift." Introduction- From the very beginning, giving the Gift was in His heart, and on His mind. WHAT WAS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 25, 2007

God invites us to recognize who we are--sinners in need of a savior, and to be released to a new life through the power of forgiveness.

Luke 7:36-8:3 “The Power of Forgiveness” INTRODUCTION One of the blessings of a high school or college English course is that you read books you would never read at any other time. Few people would waste their time pouring over the pages of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” rather they’d ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Inherited Persecution

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 6, 2007

Persecution is inevitable. In fact, trying to avoid it will not prevent it. Stand firm in the faith!

THE PERSECUTION OF THE CHURCH BEGAN BEFORE IT WAS EVEN ESTABLISHED. IT STARTED WHEN SATAN STIRRED UP THE FEAR, GREED, AND RAGE IN THE HEART OF A MAN NAMED HEROD AND WIELDED HIM LIKE A SWORD TO PIERCE THE HEART OF JESUS CHRIST. IF SATAN COULD DESTROY THIS MESSIAH AS SOON AS HE ARRIVED, SATAN ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Eucharist And Personal Transformation

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Apr 12, 2006

When we receive the body and blood of Christ, we are pledging to commit ourselves to alleviate the hunger in the world.

I watched the Oscar winning movie, “Gandhi” years ago when I was a school student. But one scene remains vivid in my memory. After Gandhiji returned from South Africa and started getting involved in the struggle of Independence of India, he made a journey all over the country to see and live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Catholic

A Marcan Sandwich

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 1, 2006

Two stories of faith from different social strata showing how important it is to allow Jesus to touch us and we in turn to touch others

02-07-06 NC/NR The Marcan Sandwich Tom Wright the Bishop of Durham in his book “Mark for Everyone” describes this passage as a Marcan sandwich. For into the story of the raising of Jairus’ daughter, Mark interweaves the story of the healing of the woman with an issue of blood. And as it turns ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Anglican

Stairsteps Of Blessing Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 5, 2007

They say that the greatest sermons are lived not preached. As Jesus delivers the sermon on the mount, we see that it is not just a sermon he preached, but one that he lived.

They say that the greatest, most impacting sermons are those that are not preached, but are lived. No one lived a better sermon than Jesus. At the outset of his sermon on the mount, Jesus lays out the steps that lead to blessing. Step one: Realizing your spiritual condition. "Blessed are the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Need The Easter Eggs

Contributed by Bradley Hall on Apr 22, 2007

Easter is the celebration of an impossible miracle. We forget this at our peril.

As people of faith have been saying for centuries, “The Lord works in funny ways.” I mean, REALLY funny. In my case, God actually set me about the task of watching my DVD of Woody Allen’s ANNIE HALL at about one in the morning when I knew good and well I had to get up and go in to the hospital at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Before And After Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 3 in a series on Lamentations. Comparison of fatihful Isreal and the Isreal of captivity

Before and After Lamentations 2:1-22 I. Introduction A. Then and Now 1. 1980 and today a) Tried to gain weight and now… b) Drove muscle cars that “drank the gas” and now… c) Wore pastel colors and trendy clothes and now… d) Thought more was the answer to all things and now… e) Thought wearing ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 2:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The King Is Coming - Apattern For Radical Worship

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Apr 2, 2004

The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem shows us a pattern for radical worship that includes obedience, sacrifice, and praise.

I couldn’t believe my eyes. Just days into the war with Iraq our American troops were knocking on Bagdad’s door and jubilant crowds packed the streets to cheer for Sadam Hussein. Sadam stood atop a vehicle with a rifle in hand shouting and stirring up the people who were apparently oblivious to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of Sacrifice

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Dec 27, 2007

Have you ever considered all that Mary Sacrifice in order to be the mother of God. She gave up her reputation, the possibility of Marriage, even her own body in order to carry out God’s Plan. What are you willing to sacrifice?

The Cost of Sacrifice 26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: *other

Ministry Can Be A Struggle!

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

There is no doubt that when Paul arrived, alone, in the sinful city of Corinth, it was a little bit of a shock. Worn down, lonely, discouraged, he needed the provision of God.

Passage: Acts 18:1-17 Intro: When we read Acts, we get a picture of Paul in our minds. 1. we picture him striding powerfully from one rejection to another, brushing off the effects of this beating or that imprisonment. 2. but here in Corinth, it seems to have caught up with him. 3. many miles on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Overcome Depression Or Discouragement

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006

David wrote in Psalm 43 feelings of depression & discouragement, "Why are you in despair, O my soul? And why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God, for I shall again praise Him, The help of my countenance, and my God."

How To Overcome Depression Or Discouragement by Paul Fritz Psalms 42:11-42:11 1. Depression (Feelings of dejection, sadness, apathy, inertia, difficulty in gaining energy or excitement, fatigue, pessimism, hopelessness, fear, attitudes of worthlessness, hopelessness, loss of interest, inability ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can We Really Understand The Influence Of Mothers?

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 10, 2001

A mother’s day sermon

CAN WE REALLY UNDERSTAND THE INFLUENCE OF MOTHERS? 2 TIMOTHY 1:1-7 OPENING ILLUSTRATION… Mother’s Day Background, Pulpit Helps 1991 It was a woman named Anna M. Jarvis who first suggested the national observance of an annual day honoring all mothers because she had loved her own mother so ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Creation: Your Place In The Universe

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on May 20, 2010

❶ PLIGHT OF DISORDER ❷ THE WORK OF THE SPIRIT ❸ THE POWER OF GOD’S WORD ❹ God’s Work ❺ Bring Forth Fruit ❻ The Love of God

- Abraham Lincoln the great emancipator of slaves - Charles Darwin supposed to be the great emancipator of the human mind - Both born on the same day in the same year February 12 1809 Charles Darwin - Darwin studied medicine @ U. of Edinburgh - 2 years later went to Christ’s College, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist